Soccer 101 · World Cup 2026 Guide
The Guide
Everything you need to know before June 11.
48 Teams, 12 Groups: How the 2026 World Cup Format Works
The 2026 World Cup expanded to 48 teams for the first time. Here is exactly how the new format works — from group stage draw to the final.
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What Is a Trivela? The Most Beautiful Shot in Soccer
The trivela is the outside-of-the-foot technique that produces some of soccer's most spectacular passes and goals. Here's the story behind the shot — and why we named an app after it.
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What Is Offside? The Rule Explained Simply
Offside is one of soccer's most talked-about rules. Here's a clear, plain-English explanation — whether you're watching your first game or your hundredth.
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It's a Beautiful Sport
Why billions of people around the world are captivated by soccer — and why the 2026 World Cup might just win over America too.
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World Cup 2026: Everything You Need to Know
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is coming to the USA, Canada, and Mexico this summer. Here is your complete guide to the biggest sporting event on the planet.