The Viking chant that became Norway’s World Cup rallying cry
Norway's long-awaited World Cup return is being powered by a viral Viking "rowing" chant that's sweeping the world, from Boston…
With a Round of 32 spot already clinched, the U.S. takes on Turkey in the World Cup
Two U.S. wins and two Turkey losses already on the books mean the Americans have won this World Cup group…
World Cup firsts for Iran and Uzbekistan
Now that World Cup games have taken over nearly every television around the globe, today we bring you two stories…
FAQ: How World Cup fans and workers can stay safe in the heat
More than 1 in 3 World Cup matches face dangerously hot, humid weather. Here's how to protect yourself from heat…
Iraqi soccer fans celebrate end of 40-year World Cup drought
The Iraq national men's team hasn't played a World Cup in 40 years; a drought that ends Tuesday night, to…
Here’s who’s missing at the World Cup: Soccer-playing grannies!
The World Cup isn't the only global soccer event of note. Check out the Grannies International Football Tournament.
Somali World Cup referee denied U.S. entry, hailed as hero at home
A World Cup dream denied — Somali referee Omar Artan receives a hero's welcome at home after being blocked from…
How America is shaping the World Cup
The World Cup is back in North America for the first time in over 30 years. It’s the most popular…
How America is shaping the World Cup
The World Cup is back in North America for the first time in over 30 years. It’s the most popular…
More than 1 in 3 World Cup matches face dangerous heat risk, NPR analysis finds
Dangerously hot, humid weather is likely at many of the 2026 World Cup soccer venues. We crunched the numbers to…