USA Today

World Cup mismatches usually aren't that common. They are in 2026.

For the 2026 World Cup, FIFA expanded the tournament from 32 to 48 teams. The expansion allows more nations to enter the event, but it also means there are more matches between disparate teams. In ...

2026 FIFA World Cup Upsets: What Were The Five Biggest?

Although the higher-ranked teams usually win the soccer World Cup, there are often a few shocks and surprises in FIFA's flagship tournament. The 2026 FIFA World Cup was not an exception in that regard ...
The New York Times

It’s the biggest World Cup but is the gap between best and worst teams smaller than ever?

Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha celebrates the draw with Spain Roberto Schmidt More teams, more entertainment. The 2026 World Cup’s expansion to 48 teams has delivered so far, with goals flying in at ...
Major League Soccer

Biggest World Cup underdog ever? Cape Verde seek upset of Argentina

Cape Verde have already mounted multiple shocking upsets at the 2026 World Cup, going unbeaten during the Group Stage. After securing their spot in the tournament by topping Group D in CAF (Africa) ...