The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in June — and HuffPost will be live-blogging every twist, turn and controversy from the buildup through the final of what’s widely shaping up to be the most political soccer tournament of all time.

Kansas City is weeks away from hosting FIFA World Cup matches, and organizers are rolling out plans for everything from concerts to bus routes to stadium security. Here’s the latest on what fans can expect this summer.

France will have rich depth in attack at the World Cup. About a billion dollars’ worth. That’s the estimated total value of the attacking players France is expected to bring to the tournament, from scoring sensation Kylian Mbappé to rising star Désiré Doué.

USMNT manager Mauricio Pochettino has experienced many setbacks in his World Cup roster availability this month.

Kansas City Public Works officials say at least eight construction projects will be finished or paused by the time World Cup matches begin.

N.J. Transit and the NYNJ Host Committee announced their plan for transportation and parking ahead of the FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium.

The complete 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule, including match dates, kickoff times, group stage fixtures and knockout rounds across the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Jonathan Klinsmann will not follow in his dad’s footsteps at this summer’s World Cup after suffering a serious injury. The USA goalkeeper was stretchered off after breaking his neck