InternationalEl Clásico de México Is Coming to Oakland
Club América and Chivas will bring Mexico’s biggest rivalry to the Oakland Coliseum for a special international friendly on October 4.
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InternationalA New Era for El Tri: Mexico's World Cup Run Showed the Future Is Already Here
Mexico's tournament came to an end in a dramatic 3-2 Round of 16 loss to England, but the disappointment should not overshadow what was one of the nation's strongest World Cup performances in decades. El Tri finished atop its group with three victories, did not concede a goal in the group stage, and reached the knockout rounds with confidence before falling in a tightly contested battle. Now, with Rafael Márquez taking over as head coach and Project 2030 officially underway, the focus shifts fro
InternationalCape Verde Is Proving It Belongs on the World Cup Stage
Cape Verde has emerged as one of Group H’s biggest surprises, earning draws against Spain and Uruguay to stay alive in the race for the knockout stage. After holding Spain scoreless and later fighting back for a 2-2 result against Uruguay, Cape Verde has shown it can compete against some of the strongest teams in the group. Their final match against Saudi Arabia now gives them a chance to turn a strong start into a historic World Cup breakthrough.
InternationalThe USMNT Isn’t Just Surviving the World Cup — They’re Starting to Believe
The USMNT is no longer playing like a team hoping to survive the World Cup — they’re playing like a team that believes it can make history.
InternationalBelgium’s Golden Generation Faces Reality
Belgium entered the World Cup with the reputation of a contender, but through two matches, that reputation has been tested. After draws against Egypt and Iran, Belgium is still searching for its first win and the attacking sharpness that once defined its golden generation.
InternationalQatar and El Salvador Battle to Scoreless Draw at BMO Stadium
Qatar and El Salvador played to a 0–0 draw in Los Angeles, with both sides showing defensive discipline but struggling to find the final touch in attack.
InternationalArgentina Controls Honduras in 2–0 World Cup Warm-Up Win
Lautaro Martínez and Giuliano Simeone scored as Argentina defeated Honduras 2–0 in front of a massive crowd at Kyle Field.
InternationalMexico Dominates Serbia 5–1 in Final World Cup Warm-Up
Mexico came from behind to defeat Serbia 5–1 in Toluca, closing out its final World Cup warm-up with goals from Johan Vásquez, Raúl Jiménez, and Luis Chávez.
InternationalScotland Rolls Past Bolivia 4–0 in Statement Friendly Win
Scotland scored four first-half goals in a dominant 4–0 win over Bolivia, giving Steve Clarke’s squad a major confidence boost before the World Cup.
InternationalEngland Edges New Zealand 1–0 Behind Harry Kane Header
Harry Kane scored just before halftime as England defeated New Zealand 1–0 in a World Cup warm-up match in Tampa.
InternationalPortugal Beats Chile 2–1 in Heated World Cup Friendly
Portugal defeated Chile 2–1 in a heated friendly, with Gonçalo Guedes and Bruno Fernandes scoring before a late Chile goal.
InternationalUSWNT Falls 2–1 to Brazil in Fast-Paced Friendly in São Paulo
Sophia Wilson scored early, but Brazil responded with two quick first-half goals to defeat the USWNT 2–1 in São Paulo.
InternationalBrazil Wins Over Egypt 2–1 Behind Endrick Winner
Endrick came off the bench to score the winner as Brazil defeated Egypt 2–1 in Cleveland, closing out its final World Cup tune-up with a hard-fought victory.
InternationalUSMNT Falls 2–1 to Germany in Final World Cup Tune-Up
The USMNT showed fight in a 2–1 loss to Germany at Soldier Field, with Antonee Robinson scoring a stunning volley in the team’s final match before the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
InternationalMexico Edges Australia 1–0 at the Rose Bowl in Final U.S. Send-Off Before the World Cup
Mexico earned a 1–0 win over Australia at the Rose Bowl behind Johan Vásquez’s first-half header from an Alexis Vega corner. In front of a packed pro-Mexico crowd, El Tri secured a clean sheet and built momentum heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
InternationalUSMNT Set for Major World Cup Test Against Senegal in Charlotte
The United States begin their final World Cup tune-up stretch with a difficult matchup against one of Africa’s strongest sides.
InternationalToluca Finish Off LA Galaxy to Cruise Into Champions Cup Semifinals
After already taking control in the first leg, Toluca left no room for a Galaxy comeback in Carson.
InternationalUSWNT returns to San Jose for heavyweight test against Japan
The U.S. Women’s National Team opens a three-match April series at PayPal Park on Saturday, with San Jose set to host one of women’s soccer’s best rivalries once again.
InternationalMexico and Belgium settle for 1-1 draw at Soldier Field
Jorge Sánchez scored from a corner in the first half, Dodi Lukebakio answered seconds after the restart, and both sides rotated heavily with World Cup roster decisions looming.
InternationalBrazil score twice late to beat Croatia 3-1 in Orlando
Danilo opened the scoring after a Vinícius Jr. run, Croatia equalized late, then Brazil answered immediately with an Igor Thiago penalty and a stoppage-time Martinelli finish to close out the win.
InternationalDoué double helps France beat Colombia 3-1 in Maryland
Désiré Doué scored his first two senior goals, Marcus Thuram added a header, and France handled Colombia in front of 60,734 at Northwest Stadium.
InternationalU.S. falls 2-0 to Portugal in final pre-World Cup window
Portugal scored in both halves to beat the USMNT 2-0 in Atlanta, sending Mauricio Pochettino’s side into the final stretch before roster decisions with back-to-back losses and continued questions around finishing and form.
InternationalChivas Edge Atlas in Clásico Tapatío at BMO Stadium
Chivas and Atlas played a high-energy friendly at BMO Stadium in the U.S., bringing their intense El Clásico Tapatío rivalry to an international crowd.
InternationalCruz Azul vs. Atlético Nacional hits San Jose this Wednesday — and both clubs arrive near the top at home
PayPal Park gets an in-season international night this Wednesday, March 25 (7:30 p.m. PT) when Cruz Azul faces Atlético Nacional in a club friendly in San Jose.
InternationalUSWNT to Face Japan at PayPal Park in April
PayPal Park is set to host another marquee night of international soccer this spring, with the U.S. Women’s National Team returning to the South Bay to take on Japan on Saturday, April 11 (2:30 p.m. PT) in an international friendly.