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Teacher protests in Mexico could spoil the World Cup party
Teacher protests in Mexico could spoil the World Cup party
Ahead of the start of the World Cup, striking teachers have occupied Mexico city’s downtown fan zone. Soccer06/08/2026June 8, 2026
Cape Verde at the World Cup: Small country dreaming big
Cape Verde at the World Cup: Small country dreaming big
Cape Verde’s Blue Sharks will make their historic debut in the final stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on 15 June.Soccer06/08/2026June 8, 202600:56 min
What is wrong with the 2026 World Cup
What is wrong with the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup has been under fire before it even kicks off. DW looks at some of the key question marks.Sports06/08/2026June 8, 2026
Germany beat USA before World Cup but injuries cast shadow
Germany beat USA before World Cup but injuries cast shadow
Germany’s final match before their World Cup start ended with a 2-1 win but injuries overshadowed it.Soccer06/06/2026June 6, 2026
World Cup 2026: Will international fans come to America?
World Cup 2026: Will international fans come to America?
Is America ready to welcome the world, and is the world ready for today’s America? DW traveled to Philadelphia. Politics06/05/2026June 5, 202604:47 min
2026 World Cup: 6 things you need to know
2026 World Cup: 6 things you need to know
The 2026 World Cup will be bigger than its predecessors. Whether it will be better is an entirely different question.Sports06/04/2026June 4, 2026Show moreSkip next section A closer look
A closer look
Germany national football team
Germany is one of the world’s most successful footballing nations. The men have won four World Cups, second only to Brazil (5), while the women have won two World Cups, second only to the United States (4).
Is ‘nation-hopping’ ruining German youth football?
Is ‘nation-hopping’ ruining German youth football?
Many young German footballers are choosing other countries over Germany. DFB Director Andreas Rettig wants change.Sports06/01/2026June 1, 2026
Young German talents impress in World Cup tune-up vs Finland
Young German talents impress in World Cup tune-up vs Finland
Deniz Undav and Lennart Karl delivered strong performances in Germany’s last home game before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Sports06/01/2026June 1, 2026
Kai Havertz: Arsenal and Germany’s man for the big moment
Kai Havertz: Arsenal and Germany’s man for the big moment
Germany forward Kai Havertz is set to play in his second Champions League final. The Arsenal man is a match winner.Sports05/29/2026May 29, 2026Explore moreSkip next section In the spotlight
In the spotlight
Why Saudi Arabia is withdrawing from sport
There are few major sports left that are not linked with investment from Saudi Arabia but the kingdom is retreating.Sports05/04/2026May 4, 2026
Football: Afghan women’s team recognized in blow to Taliban
Afghanistan’s women have fought for international status. FIFA’s recognition is a “slap to the face” of the Taliban.Soccer04/29/2026April 29, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Trump’s politics put off German fans
Many German fans are torn on whether to travel to the US for this summer’s major football tournament. Sports04/01/2026April 1, 2026All content (3685) on this topic
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