The FIFA World Cup, held in France, was one in which Brazil was the favorite. That is not to say that the hosts, France, were discounted, but for them, a World Cup had never been won (at that time).

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Manuel Lapuente, one of the most successful coaches in Mexican soccer history, has died. He was 81. The Mexican Soccer Federation made the announcement on its social media channels ...

England and Scotland have learned their fate at the 2026 World Cup draw, with familiar foes for England and Brazil in ...