World Cup VAR review: Why didn't Canada get a pena...

For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

Barcelona have made an informal enquiry about Harry Kane's availability but the approach was dismissed with the England captain fully focused on the World Cup, sources have told ESPN.

Twenty years ago -- almost to the day -- Japan fell 4-1 to a Brazil line-up laden with stars. Now, the Samurai Blue feel like the tables are starting to turn.

The second match of the World Cup round of 32 is upon us as Brazil take on Japan, and you can follow it live with ESPN.

It's taken a long time for Ousmane Dembele to replicate his PSG form for the France national team, but Friday's hat trick vs. Norway has him primed for more.

The superstars have shown up at the 2026 World Cup, but which team is most reliant on its talisman to keep moving through the competition?

South Africa's World Cup can end with pride, as Hugo Broos's side reached the knockout stages for the first time in history, having overcoming an early setback with the opening defeat by Mexico in the process.

Sam Kerr has completed a switch back to Gotham FC in the NWSL after leaving Chelsea.

Manchester City have formally announced Enzo Maresca as their new manager amid Chelsea claims that the Italian will personally pay compensation for the move.

Enzo Maresca has been appointed as Pep Guardiola's successor after Manchester City agreed a compensation package with Chelsea.

The superstars have shown up at the 2026 World Cup, but which team is most reliant on its talisman to keep moving through the competition?

Canada became the first team to book their spot in the round of 16. Follow all the latest news across the World Cup with ESPN.

Stephen Eustáquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for their first knockout match victory in a World Cup.

Paris Saint-Germain are preparing to close the deal for the transfer of Yan Diomandé after positive initial talks with the German club, sources have told ESPN.

Julian Nagelsmann said Paraguay are an "uncomfortable" opponent for Germany in the round of 32 and believes his team will need a "perfect" performance to get through.

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti refused to engage in 'mind games' ahead of the round of 32 clash with Japan on Monday.

Thomas Tuchel is delighted to see England star Jude Bellingham shining on the biggest stage and has challenged the midfielder to sparkle in the World Cup knockout rounds.

Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and PSG players have impressed, but which clubs around the world have had the best players in the tournament after the group stage?

For the third consecutive game Japan will be without key playmaker Takefusa Kubo for Monday's massive round-of-32 meeting with Brazil.

The 2026 World Cup group stage has given us tons to cheer about, from superstars on form to wonderful underdog stories. How do you turn that into a best XI? Gab Marcotti gives it a shot.

South Africa's first ever World Cup knockout game ended in a heartbreaking 1-0 round of 32 loss to Canada, and while Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Ime Okon played superbly, Bafana's woes upfront left them in an impossible position.

Stephen Eustáquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for its first knockout match victory in a World Cup.

Stephen Eustáquio scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, and Canada beat South Africa 1-0 on Sunday for its first knockout match victory in a World Cup.

South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo resigned Sunday, a day after the team's quick elimination from the World Cup and following heavy criticism from the country's president.

Colombia Gets José's Seal of Approval 🤝

ESPN's Tom Hamilton assesses England's group stage, the questions still surrounding Thomas Tuchel's side and why the knockouts will reveal their true identity.

And then there were 32. We're done with the group stage, but what do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like as we enter the win-or-go-home phase?

Canada face South Africa in the first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles, with both sides in the knockouts for the first time in their history.

José & Mourinho Aren't Happy With Portugal 😬

And then there were 32. We're done with the group stage, but what do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like as we enter the win-or-go-home phase?