World Cup predictions are among the most entertaining parts of the global competition. And with some games happening in Houston and Dallas, futbol mania has spilled into Austin - though it's long been alive with Austin FC fans.

The Journal’s sports columnist leads a roundtable with acclaimed WSJ soccer correspondents Joshua Robinson and Jonathan Clegg on who’s going to win and who’s going to collapse.

Several key injuries could factor into the 39-day 2026 World Cup tournament, including those to Lamine Yamal, Lionel Messi and Neymar Jr.

Spain will begin the 2026 FIFA World Cup this week against Cape Verde in Atlanta, and it's time to gear up. Most of the World Cup team jerseys for this summer's tournament have been released, meaning Spain's fans only have a limited time to get the new 2026 jersey before the action begins.