ABOUT WC26NEWS

The ultimate fan-made news portal for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ — bringing you real-time updates, match schedules, team insights, and everything you need to experience the biggest sporting event in history.

Our Story

WC26News was born out of a simple idea: create the most comprehensive, beautiful, and accessible news portal for the FIFA World Cup 2026 — the first-ever 48-team World Cup, spread across three host nations.

With matches scheduled across 16 iconic venues in Canada, Mexico, and the United States, this tournament is set to be the largest and most ambitious in football history. We believe fans deserve a platform that matches the scale and excitement of the event itself.

Our platform leverages cutting-edge AI technology to aggregate, curate, and deliver the latest news and updates from around the world — ensuring you stay informed no matter where you are or which team you support.

What We Offer

Everything you need to follow the World Cup 2026

📰 Live News Feed

AI-curated breaking news from verified sources, updated in real-time throughout the tournament.

📅 Match Schedule

Complete fixture list for all 104 matches, from the opening game in Mexico City to the final in New York/New Jersey.

🏆 Team Profiles

Detailed information on all 48 participating teams, including group assignments, rankings, and tournament history.

📊 Group Standings

Live group tables with real-time updates on points, goal difference, and qualification status.

🤖 AI Chatbot

Ask questions about the tournament, teams, and schedules — get instant, accurate answers powered by AI.

🌙 Dark/Light Themes

Comfortable reading experience in any lighting condition with our theme switcher.

Our Values

What drives us every day

Real-Time Coverage

AI-powered news aggregation ensures you never miss a breaking story from the World Cup.

Global Perspective

Coverage spanning all 48 teams, 16 venues, and 3 host nations — truly worldwide.

Fan-First Approach

Built by fans, for fans. Every feature is designed with the supporter experience in mind.

Passion for Football

We live and breathe the beautiful game. Our love for football drives everything we build.

Trusted Information

We verify and source all data from official channels to keep you accurately informed.

Premium Experience

A sleek, modern platform that makes following the World Cup as exciting as watching it.

Built with Modern Technology

WC26News is built using industry-leading technologies to ensure a fast, reliable, and beautiful experience:

Next.js 14ReactTypeScriptTailwind CSSAI/MLVercelFIFA APIGoogle Fonts

Meet the Contributors

The passionate people behind WC26News

Raushan Kumar

Raushan Kumar

Founder & Lead Developer

Full-stack developer with 11+ years of experience and a passionate football fan. Raushan built WC26News from the ground up with a vision to create the best World Cup fan experience on the web.

Kunal K Choudhary

Kunal K Choudhary

Co-Founder & Contributor

A passionate football fan and tech enthusiast. Kunal contributes to the vision and growth of WC26News, bringing fresh perspectives and driving the community forward.

Preeti Gunjan

Preeti Gunjan

Contributor & Community Manager

A passionate football fan and community builder. Preeti helps grow the WC26News community, fostering engagement and bringing the fan experience to life.

Naina Thakur

Naina Thakur

Contributor & Creative Lead

A creative and enthusiastic football fan. Naina brings her unique perspective and creativity to WC26News, helping craft engaging stories for fans worldwide.

Disclaimer: WC26News is an independent, fan-made news portal and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to FIFA, the FIFA World Cup™, or any national football association. All FIFA-related trademarks, logos, and content belong to their respective owners. This project is built purely out of passion for the beautiful game.