After a lackluster year for tourism, the U.S. is likely to see a jump in international visitors for the 2026 World Cup, economists say.

Scotland will be going to the World Cup for the first time since 1998. But who could they face in the group stages?

The USMNT is aiming for a historic result in the 2026 World Cup. / Robin Alam/ISI Photos/ISI Photos/ The U.S. men’s national team eagerly awaits the Dec. 5, 2026 World Cup group stage draw to learn its fate for next summer.

The $2.3B spending document also continues a moratorium on evictions and foreclosures for federal workers impacted by the government shutdown.

FIFA on Wednesday announced that the third phase of 2026 World Cup tickets sales will begin on Dec. 11, making this round -- beginning six days after the draw -- the first chance for buyers to bid on single-match tickets based on exact matchup.

We can now fully assess all the possibilities for what the U.S.'s World Cup group could look like next summer. Buckle up

Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich UCL Match Preview, World Cup 2026 DRAW EXPLAINER (11/26)

England will enter next week's 2026 World Cup draw with a rare strategic advantage -- and the respite of knowing meetings with Kylian Mbappé, Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal may have to wait.