There will be 48 nations that descend upon 16 sites scattered across the United States, Mexico and Canada for the 2026 World Cup, which begins on Thursday, June 11. The biggest sporting event in the world draws in plenty of casual soccer fans who might be wondering how to bet on the World Cup,

Cut straight to the action with the latest highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente has defended Gavi over a tough challenge on fellow midfielder Rodri in training ahead of the World Cup.

Guéla Doué scored a goal and set up the winning strike as Ivory Coast surprised France — and Doué's brother in the French dugout — with a 2-1 victory in a World Cup warmup match Thursday. Amad Diallo fired home Doué's low cross from the right six minutes from time at Stade de la Beaujoire in Nantes.