2026 World Cup Predictions: Group Analysis and Must-See Matches Revealed
December 6, 2025 04:00Explore the breakdown of each group at the 2026 World Cup with top matches to watch and key predictions by ESPN's writers.
Explore the breakdown of each group at the 2026 World Cup with top matches to watch and key predictions by ESPN's writers.
The United States men's national team will compete against Paraguay, Australia, and a UEFA playoff winner in the 2026 World Cup group stage draw, held at the Kennedy Center.
Veteran French goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has signed a contract extension with LAFC, committing to stay with the Major League Soccer club until at least the 2026 season, with an option for 2027.
In an exclusive interview with ESPN, Lionel Messi lauds Pep Guardiola as a unique and exceptional coach, highlighting his unmatched qualities and success across different teams.
Get to know the 42 confirmed 2026 World Cup teams with unique insights into their playing styles and standout features ahead of the draw.
Spain secures victory in the UEFA Women's Nations League final against Germany, showcasing their depth and talent even without star player Aitana Bonmatí.
Germany faces Spain in the UEFA Women's Nations League final after a goalless draw in the first leg, highlighting Germany's wastefulness in front of goal. The decider will test Germany's attack against Spain's defense.
Harry Kane leads the list of Bundesliga's top attackers with 14 goals for Bayern Munich. Michael Olise, Jonathan Burkardt, Said El Mala, and Assan Ouédraogo also shine in the league.
RB Leipzig's Assan Ouédraogo is a transfer target for Chelsea and Manchester United. Paris Saint-Germain eyes Bayern Munich's Upamecano. Get the latest rumors and news.
Manchester United shows interest in Borussia Dortmund's Karim Adeyemi, while Liverpool eyes Antoine Semenyo in the latest transfer news.
Manchester United and Arsenal lead the race to sign 16-year-old German talent Kennet Eichhorn, dubbed the 'next Toni Kroos.' Real Madrid's Endrick eyes loan move to Lyon. More transfer news here.
Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé stand out as top players in Europe's top five leagues according to ESPN's Players of the Month for October. Mason Greenwood, André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, and Bryan Mbeumo also shine.
Spain and Germany will battle for the UEFA Women's Nations League title after defeating Sweden and France in the semifinals, setting up an exciting showdown between the two football powerhouses.
Get ready for an exciting weekend in European soccer as Nottingham Forest faces Chelsea, while Bayern Munich takes on Borussia Dortmund in Der Klassiker.
Newcastle United's Nick Woltemade is unable to join the Germany squad for World Cup qualifiers due to a flu infection, missing games against Luxembourg and Northern Ireland.
Top Premier League clubs eye Ajax's Jorthy Mokio and Independiente del Valle's Deinner Ordóñez. Stay updated with the latest transfer news and rumors.
Newcastle completes a £55 million transfer for Brentford striker Yoane Wissa, replacing Alexander Isak who moved to Liverpool. The club also adds Nick Woltemade from Stuggart for £64.9m.
Newcastle United secures Germany striker Nick Woltemade from VfB Stuttgart in a club record £64.9m deal. Woltemade expresses excitement for Premier League move.
Gio Reyna's move to Borussia Mönchengladbach offers hope for his USMNT future. Updates on Reyna, Robinson, Balogun, and more in the World Cup countdown.
Early-season analysis suggests Arsenal or Chelsea could win the Premier League title, while Atletico Madrid and Bayer Leverkusen face challenges in Spain and Germany. Estevao shines for Chelsea.
Colorado Rapids sign USMNT midfielder Paxten Aaronson from Eintracht Frankfurt for a club-record fee of up to $8 million, on a five-year deal through 2030.
Luis Miguel Echegaray evaluates the performances of top newcomers like Wirtz and Sesko in the Premier League. Discover who shines and who struggles in their debut season.
Atlético Madrid is set to secure Argentine winger Nicolás González from Juventus in a deal that could involve Nahuel Molina. The club aims to strengthen the squad before the transfer window closes.
Luis Díaz opens up about his transfer to Bayern Munich, discussing the move with Liverpool's Florian Wirtz. Díaz scored a crucial goal in Bayern's recent 2-1 win over VfB Stuttgart.
Newcastle secures the signing of defender Malick Thiaw from AC Milan, adding depth to their defensive lineup for the upcoming Premier League season.
Manchester United confirms the signing of striker Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig for €85 million, including add-ons and a sell-on clause. Sesko expresses excitement for the future with the club.
German football icon Thomas Müller has finalized his transfer to the Vancouver Whitecaps in Major League Soccer, following a record-breaking career with Bayern Munich and the German national team.
England under-21 midfielder Tyler Morton completes a permanent transfer from Liverpool to Lyon for £15 million. Lyon secures the 22-year-old talent after his successful loan spells and contributions to England's Under-21 European Championship win.
Review of the 2024-25 ESPN FC 100 reveals stalwarts like Messi, Lewandowski, and Oblak making every edition, while new faces dominate. PSG and Liverpool shine in club performances.
A detailed analysis of key VAR decisions at Euro 2025 impacting penalties, offsides, and red cards in soccer matches between top teams.