The United States, Mexico, and Canada co-hosted the nearly six-week tournament. NPR's team of journalists who covered the World Cup reflects on the experience.
"While the tournament was not without its fair share of controversy, everyday Americans showed the world that we can still achieve great things," writes Alex Lasry.
The official team photo of Spain’s celebration at Sunday’s World Cup final looks the same as it always does, more or less. Rodri—the team’s jubilant captain and the tournament’s best player—lifts the golden trophy high overhead as his teammates surround him, fists raised, jumping in the air. It’s one of the purest moments in sports. Only 23 teams from…
The FIFA World Cup has come to an end and tons of celebrities stepped out to celebrate! Even though the pros were playing soccer in the field, there was a ton of action in the stands with Shakira’s ex-husband Gerard Piqué’s surprise appearance, Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner packing on the PDA, and more. Justin...
From fans discovering America, Victoria Beckham's non-reaction, anything Erling Haaland, cute animals and Lionel Messi's DeNiro nod, here are the best viral moments from the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
