2026 World Cup power rankings: Ranking all 48 teams into 5 distinct tiers
Paul Carr ranks all 48 teams in the 2026 World Cup into six tiers. Where does the U.S. stand?
2026 World Cup: 5 best bets for the opening group stage matches, including fading Brazil
Here are five bets that our soccer handicapper likes from the opening games of the 2026 World Cup.
2026 World Cup picks: Why the USMNT can be trusted to win Group D
Just how high is the Americans' ceiling in the group stage?
2026 World Cup: Harry Kane leads our picks for the group stage's top scorer
Not all top scorers are created equal. Here's our ranking of the best Pick 'Em options, from No. 12 to No. 1.
The World Cup's next Cinderella? 9 teams that could make a surprise run to the quarterfinals — including the USMNT
Everyone loves seeing a Cinderella team make an unlikely tournament run, and the World Cup provides glass slippers nearly every time.
Which World Cup teams are most vulnerable to an early exit? The danger facing U.S. and Mexico
The expanded format makes early exits less likely for favorites — but not impossible for these vulnerable contenders.
2026 World Cup: Picking winners, runners-up for all 12 groups
Need help making your picks for our World Cup Pick 'em game? Paul Carr gives his selections for every group.
2026 World Cup viewer's guide: Dates, schedule, start times, USMNT players to watch and more
You've got questions. We've got answers. Here's everything you need to know before the World Cup kicks off in June.
2026 World Cup odds, betting: Best bets for group stage, Golden Boot and winner
Paul Carr gives an extensive 2026 World Cup preview, including his best bets for every group.