Millions of fans are expected to visit the U.S., Mexico, and Canada for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but a list of concerns must be addressed before kickoff.

First 11 — the recap of the most exciting sports gists —  captures this and other top stories that shaped sports in the outgoing week.

Lionel Messi has been selected for the MLS All-Star match against the best Liga MX side, scheduled for July 23.

Major League Soccer, not Serie A, would offer the Dortmund midfielder the perfect opportunity rediscover his game ...

Fifa announced its first millionth and second millionth fans who had scanned through the gates to watch the matches at the ...

Lucas Ribeiro Costa’s goal against Borussia Dortmund has been voted the Goal of the Tournament of the FIFA Club World Cup, beating the likes of Lionel Messi, Jamal Musiala, Joao ...

The signing of Rodrigo De Paul adds another veteran with whom Lionel Messi already has chemistry, along with 37-year-old Sergio Busquets, Luis Suarez, 38, and Jordi Alba, 36 ...

Lucas Ribeiro's stunning solo goal for Mamelodi Sundowns at the FIFA Club World Cup beat Lionel Messi and Jamal Musiala to win Goal of the Tournament.

Ribeiro's sensatioanal goal for Sundowns at the FIFA Club World Cup has earned him the tournament's top honour.

Mamelodi Sundowns attacker Lucas Costa Ribeiro has picked up an award at the FIFA Club World Cup. The Brazilian stood out with a couple impressive displays in the group stages, but it was his goal ...

Football star Lionel Messi once went three months without speaking to a teammate following an on-field incident, though the rift was eventually mended.