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2026 World Cup draw: How the U.S. matches up against group stage foes The draw for the 2026 World Cup is over, so who is the USMNT set to play next summer and how will it match up? ESPN breaks down the matchups.

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Arsene Wenger confident 48-team World Cup won't diminish quality FIFA chief of global football development Arsene Wenger has defended the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams, saying it "is the right amount" for a World Cup.

FIFA's chief of global football development, Arsene Wenger, has defended the expansion of the World Cup to 48 teams. #usmnt #FIFA

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I believe so yes, since both inter-contintental playoffs involve a team from Concacaf.

When in D.C. …

Cardoso has struggled with his fitness for most of this season, and had just recently started getting playing time again. We'll see how much of a setback this latest injury is. #usmnt

Well that's distressing. Johnny Cardoso forced off in the 14th minute in Atletico Madrid's match with Barcelona. Looked like his left foot got inadvertently stepped on earlier. #usmnt

From waaaaay downtown. BANG! #usmnt

How San Diego's risk taking took it from from expansion afterthought to MLS Cup contender Little was expected of San Diego in its debut year, but the risk-taking young side not only was the best team in the West, it's one step from the MLS Cup.

"It starts with a vision: Who do you want to be?"

How San Diego FC went from expansion afterthought to MLS Cup contender

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USMNT 2026 World Cup Big Board 3.0: Reyna, Scally back in the fold We're closing in on the new year, and with months until the World Cup begins, which U.S. players are best positioned to make next year's squad?

A #usmnt Big Board before your smorgasbord.

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A federal court has granted preliminary approval to the settlement reached in the lawsuit related to the 2024 Copa America final.

48 teams in 4 pots: FIFA sets WC draw procedure FIFA on Tuesday announced the procedure for the 2026 World Cup Dec. 5 draw, including the composition of the four pots and order that teams will face each other once the draw is completed.

Let's try this one more time. FIFA announced its plans for the World Cup draw, including who the U.S. might play and in what order. #FIFA #usmnt

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Source: Columbus' Nancy near deal with Celtic Celtic FC have formally contacted the Columbus Crew regarding the possible hiring of Wilfried Nancy to be their next manager, a source with knowledge of the situation told ESPN.

Can confirm that Celtic is finalizing a deal to hire Wilfried Nancy to be the club's next manager. Formal contact with the Columbus Crew has been made. Looks like the runway is clear for Nancy to depart. #Crew96

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Copa organizers settle for $14M after final debacle A settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit that was filed by fans in the wake of the chaotic 2024 Copa América final between Argentina and Colombia held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Ga...

BREAKING: A class action lawsuit filed by fans who were impacted by the chaos at the 2024 Copa America final has been settled. Defendants Concacaf, COMNEBOL, Best Security, and South Florida Stadium LLC will pay upwards of $14 million to those fans affected.

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Steve Cangialosi with a great line. "They're pounding on the door like Nicholson in 'The Shining'." Still chuckling over that one. #MLSCupPlayoffs

Hagglund with a giveaway, and then you can see the dominos start to fall ending with Silvetti crossing for Messi to nod home. Cincinnati mistakes getting punished at both ends of the field. #MLSCup #FCCincy #InterMiami

AC Milan prevail 1-0 over Inter in the Derby della Madonnina courtesy of a 54th minute goal by Christian Pulisic. Pulisic went 78 minutes in the match, & had the crucial tally, converting a rebound from Alexis Saelemaekers' shot. U.S. fans will be happy to see Pulisic back on the scoresheet. #usmnt

Vancouver Whitecaps keep MLS Cup dream alive in Jesper Sørensen is 52 years old. He’s spent his entire adult life either playing or coaching soccer. He logged more than 300 club matches during his days as a midfielder, managed nearly as many at thi...

“The brutal beauty of our game.”

What a night in Vancouver:

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Futbol W: Post NWSL Championship (11/22/25) - Live Stream - Watch ESPN Watch the Futbol W: Post NWSL Championship live stream from ESPN+ on Watch ESPN. First streamed on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

The Futbol W post-game show wrapping the #NWSL Championship last night, including Rose Lavelle and Juan Carlos Amoroso reacting to Gotham's victory 👇

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Gotham rides series of magic moments to win NWSL Championship Nobody could be fooled into thinking that Gotham was the best team over the course of the NWSL season. But, on Saturday, the team's stars shone brightest when it counted most.

Gotham's season was up/down, but the highs brought trophies: First Concacaf and now the #NWSL Championship, a 2nd in 3 years. This is team has mastered the art of knockout soccer, rising to the occasion in big moments. Rose Lavelle did that on Saturday.

Emotional Rodman: Not myself in NWSL final loss Washington Spirit forward Trinity Rodman said she "definitely underperformed" in Saturday's NWSL Championship, in which the Spirit fell to Gotham FC.

The emotions overflowed for Trinity Rodman following the Washington Spirit's 1-0 defeat to Gotham FC in the #NWSL Championship final. Tears were shed, as she said she "definitely underperformed." Obviously more to the defeat than her performance, but it still cut deep.

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Q:”How often do you smoke cigars?”

Midge Purce: “Only in championships.”

#NWSL

Rodman walked slowly to the other side of the field after the final whistle, and had a long embrace with boyfriend Ben Shelton. Just a tough set of circumstances for her in what could be her final #NWSL match.

Rodman walked slowly to the other side of the field after the final whistle, and had a long embrace with boyfriend Ben Shelton. Just a tough set of circumstances for her in what could be her final #NWSL match.

FT: Gotham 1-0 Washington. Lavelle the hero in a tight, tight match. Amoros' sub of Bruninha for Reale played a huge part in the result. Not only did Kouassi not have much influence thereafter, but Bruninha assisted on the game-winner.

Rodman just didn't look anything close to full strength. #NWSL

Goal Gotham! Rose Lavelle with the clinical finish after Bruninha's low centering feed found her at the top of the box. Big uphill climb for the Spirit now. #NWSL

And now Reale comes off for Bruninha. Amorós sensed his player was vulnerable. #NWSL

Reale, already on a yellow, losing the battle with Kouassi, and fouls her again. Spirit should keep hitting that side. #NWSL

Trinity Rodman entering the match for Sofia Cantore. Thought Gonzalez might wait longer to bring her on, but he's going for it. #NWSL.

Chants of "Free D.C." going up from the Spirit fans. #NWSL