Houston Stadium is ready for the World Cup. The big picture: The venue, temporarily renamed for the matches, has been transformed with FIFA branding, a new grass pitch and heightened security measures ...

In group chats across North America, match predictions are already sparking debates. Calendars are shifting, and plans are taking shape. In living rooms, fans are starting to rethink how they’ll watch ...

The U.S. men's national team may have an important injury boost days before its World Cup opener. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, defender Chris Richards said he's "ready" for the first tournament ...