The 2026 World Cup draw is complete, setting England against Croatia and Scotland versus Brazil. Discover the full group stage fixtures, dates, and historic venues for the tournament across North America.
FIFA will unveil the full 2026 World Cup match schedule on 6 December, including kick-off times and venues for all 72 group games across 16 host cities in North America.
A complete guide to the 16 stadiums hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup across North America. Discover capacities, key matches, and unique features of each venue.
Your ultimate guide to all 16 stadiums hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. Discover key facts, capacities, and history ahead of the draw.
FIFA orders US World Cup venues to remove all commercial branding, including stadium names, to protect official sponsors. Discover the full list of renamed stadiums.
The Guardian launches its 2025 charity appeal, supporting five grassroots charities fighting social division and hate. Your donation can build community resilience.
A record 1,082 grassroots sports clubs have applied for Flutter's £500k Cash4Clubs grants, highlighting a severe funding crisis. Discover which clubs need help most and how the money is used.
As costs rise and support systems falter, grassroots mutual aid initiatives are flourishing across the UK. Discover how communities are taking care of their own.
Facing austerity, high costs, and political uncertainty, more people are turning to grassroots mutual aid networks. Discover how communities are helping each other outside formal systems.
US Soccer reveals ambitious 'Soccer Forward' legacy project for the 2026 World Cup, targeting youth development and a £250m fundraising goal to transform the American game.
A youth football coach in Belfast has been permanently removed after posting a detailed cocaine price list in a league WhatsApp group. The club and league have activated safeguarding procedures.
Hazzana Parnell and daughter Remaya become the first mother-daughter duo to play together in the FA Cup for Hednesford Town. Read their inspiring football story.
Katie Wilson's remarkable journey from transit campaigner to Seattle mayor demonstrates how trust and grassroots organising can overcome well-funded political machines.
Exclusive: Cortina d'Ampezzo mayor reveals world leaders and royalty plan visits for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, boosting the resort's global profile. Discover the VIP buzz.
Sam Allardyce is returning to management for one day with a Sunday League side. Enter the Mirror Football competition for a chance to win the ex-England boss for your team and support the Every Minute Matters CPR campaign.
Discover how ordinary Americans with no political background are creating powerful new movements that challenge traditional politics. Learn their strategies and impact.
In a historic shift, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics will allow corporate branding on arenas like the Intuit Dome. Discover how this groundbreaking move boosts the budget.
Ordinary Americans are leading protests, boycotts and mutual aid networks to protect fundamental rights. Discover how communities are fighting back against ICE raids and corporate rollbacks.
Thirty-nine Scottish sports bodies warn the First Minister that grassroots sport is in crisis due to a broken £100m funding pledge. Urgent action is demanded.
The Football Association launches free counselling for victims of discrimination in grassroots football. New support service available from January 2026.
England star Alessia Russo launches her foundation and a new tournament, the Alessia Russo Cup, to create lasting opportunities for young girls in football and inspire the next generation.
West Yorkshire Whippets face FA investigation after transgender player participates in women's matches despite June 1 ban. Club vows to continue inclusion policy.
Discover why Manchester United's Old Trafford, the UK's largest club stadium, will not host any Euro 2028 matches after private talks with the FA over redevelopment plans.
Liverpool's Anfield stadium will not host Euro 2028 matches due to its pitch failing to meet UEFA's minimum length requirement. Discover the official venues and the reason behind the snub.
Amid a federal immigration crackdown causing fear in Chicago's Latino communities, residents rally to buy out street vendors' entire stock, offering a day without fear. Discover how grassroots solidarity is making a difference.
Sam Fender donates his £25,000 Mercury Prize winnings to Music Venue Trust, recognising the vital role of grassroots venues. His 2024 charitable total now exceeds £160,000.
Music legend James Taylor is returning to British stages in 2026 for an unforgettable tour. Get all the essential details on dates, venues, and ticket information for this highly anticipated concert series.
Federal authorities uncover chilling scheme targeting LGBTQ+ establishments across Michigan and Midwest, warning of potential coordinated attacks.
Progressive insurgent Zohran Mamdani's stunning victory over establishment Democrats reveals how grassroots movements are transforming American politics from the ground up.
An investigation reveals how top football clubs are commercialising childhood dreams, with matchday mascot packages costing families up to £1,000, raising questions about accessibility and tradition.