Join our writers as they bring you the latest news as co-hosts USA and Canada get their World Cup campaigns under way.   11:57 What a whirlwind hour that was, Martin Belam is here for the next stint.

As this controversial World Cup kicks off in Mexico amid ongoing issues off the field, Adam Bate reflects on the opening games and footballs enduring ability to

Shakira had the spectators out of their seats at the World Cup opening ceremony Thursday, but outside the Estadio Azteca fans and protesters clashed with police.

Stadium entry points and concourses are equipped with advanced facial recognition software and AI-powered monitoring systems. These tools scan faces in real-time, matching them against security databases.

Bafana Bafana are set to take on Mexico in their World Cup opener, with coach Hugo Broos expressing confidence in his team’s readiness to face a formidable opponent on home turf.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kickstarts tonight with a spectacular opening ceremony held at Mexico City Stadium. 48 teams are set to compete in the largest World Cup tournament in history. Mark Pougatch presents coverage of the first of three opening ceremonies tonight on ITV1.