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McKennie: We can change America's soccer narrative

Weston McKennie has been called many things throughout his career — the heartbeat, the spark plug, the glue guy, the jokester, the showman, the utility man. These titles all capture different facets of the 27-year-old's ...

June 11, 2026 4 min read
McKennie: We can change America's soccer narrative
Opening Ceremony set to deliver star-powered celebration in Mexico City
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Opening Ceremony set to deliver star-powered celebration in Mexico City

On Thursday, June 11, 2026, the world's attention will turn to Mexico as the nation kicks off the largest chapter in FIFA World Cup history with a spectacular celebration brimming ...

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The World Cup is a special tournament. Every player dreams of playing in it, and when you do, you want to make every moment count.
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Teams in 2026
First 48-team World Cup
3
Host Nations
USA, Canada, Mexico
104
Total Matches
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16
Host Cities
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