Follow all the news, chatter and analysis as the first week of the tournament continues.

The first matches at the World Cup have taken place, so how have they affected our rankings?

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Get the latest news from 2026 FIFA World Cup Day 2 as United States vs. Paraguay and Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina kick off, along with two opening ceremonies.

Follow live coverage as the United States begins its 2026 World Cup campaign.

The US and Canada take to the pitch today to play their first game of the 2026 World Cup. Follow CNN Sports for live coverage of both matches.

Follow our live build-up, with full opening ceremony and team news coverage, before our text commentary stream.

A host of high-profile countries begin their campaigns across Group B, C and D.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has begun across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, bringing together 48 national teams in the biggest tournament in the competition’s history. With…

Another day, another batch of huge games.

Follow all the news, chatter and analysis as the first week of the tournament continues.