By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
World Cup 2026: Latino Fans Drive US Interest While Mainstream Stays Cool
Only 28% of US adults plan to follow the 2026 World Cup, but 54% of immigrants and 42% of Latinos are eager viewers. The tournament highligh
FBI Warns Latino Fans: World Cup 2026 Ticket Scams Surge Ahead of Tournament
Cybercriminals are cloning official FIFA websites to sell fake World Cup 2026 tickets and steal personal data. The FBI warns fans to only bu
Bilingual Workers in NY and NJ Set to Lead World Cup 2026 Hiring Surge
World Cup 2026 is projected to create over 26,000 jobs in New York and New Jersey, with bilingual workers leading the hiring wave. Spanish-E
Airbnb Targets Latino Travelers for 2026 World Cup with Host Bonuses and Fan Experiences
Latino travelers are projected to generate $165 billion in economic impact during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Airbnb is offering a $750 host bo
Houston's World Cup Spending Sparks Debate Among Residents and Activists
Houston spent millions upgrading infrastructure for the 2026 World Cup, sparking debate over priorities. Critics say funds should address ba
Visa Hurdles Threaten World Cup Dreams for Haiti, Iran, and Others
Haitian player Woodensky Pierre faced critical visa delays, reuniting with his team just in time for a win over New Zealand. Iran relocated
Emiliano Martínez's Mind Games: Can FIFA Stop Him at the 2026 World Cup?
Emiliano Martínez's penalty mind games at the 2022 World Cup prompted FIFA to draft new conduct rules. As the 2026 tournament nears, questio
Cruz Azul Eyes Joan Gamper Trophy Match Against FC Barcelona
Cruz Azul, the reigning Liga MX champions, are in the running to face FC Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy this summer. Ajax pulled out du
Pep Guardiola Turns Down Inter Miami, Ruling Out Messi Reunion
Pep Guardiola is set to decline Inter Miami's offer to become head coach, ending hopes of a Messi reunion. He plans an extended sabbatical a
FC 26 Journey of Nations: North America Guide – Unlock 97 Maradona
EA Sports FC 26's Journey of Nations: North America objective set rewards players with a free 97-rated Diego Maradona. The challenge spans 1
FIFA Returns with Free Netflix Game, Aiming to Challenge FC 26
FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition drops June 11 on Netflix, free for all subscribers. Play on your TV using your phone as a controller, with up
New York's World Cup Luxury Packages Start at $30,000 for the Ultra-Rich
New York's World Cup luxury packages range from $30,000 for a penthouse suite to $1 million for a six-day experience. The Mark Hotel offers