FIFA World Cup
Sports
Why Cape Verde’s World Cup first means so much
Andscape columnist William C. Rhoden discovers the passion behind the fanbase and players entering the 2026 World Cup
Culture
Inside Nike’s bet on soccer kits as fashion language
Through Nike’s X2 collection, collaborations with Patta, Palace, Jacquemus, Slawn and others position soccer apparel as a vehicle for identity, community and cultural storytelling
Sports
Tyler Adams diary: ‘Now the World Cup feels real’
USMNT and AFC Bournemouth midfielder discusses his club’s strong season, what’s changed since 2022, his iPod Nano and more
Sports
Tyler Adams World Cup diary: ‘Fans are everything in this sport’
USMNT and AFC Bournemouth midfielder discusses favorite Jordans, Knicks playoff chances, playing on the road, the new J. Cole album and more
Sports
America wants the World Cup but not the world
The hypocrisy of hosting the globe’s biggest party in a walled nation
Sports
Tyler Adams World Cup diary: ‘This is where I need to be’
AFC Bournemouth midfielder and U.S. captain talks mom’s support, injury recovery and Jesse Marsch’s influence
Sports
Tyler Adams World Cup diary: ‘I think we’re building something special’
AFC Bournemouth midfielder and U.S. captain debuts his Andscape diary in the leadup to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
Sports
Pelé was the epitome of Black grace in soccer
In addition to his legacy as a three-time World Cup winner, the Brazilian created a path of acceptance for Black athletes amid racism
Sports
Alphonso Davies, Jonathan David among Black stars leading Canada’s World Cup return
Playing in its first World Cup in 36 years, the Canadian men’s national team is full of representation past and current players take pride in