China were narrowly beaten 1-0 in their crucial Fifa World Cup qualifier in ... hanging by a thread, after Japan became the first side to confirm their place at the 2026 finals.

Japan, on Thursday to book the team's spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It is the first country outside of the three host nations — the U.S., Mexico and Canada — to qualify for the event.

The U.S., Canada, and Mexico will host the games, and Trump is establishing a task force dedicated to the tournament.

DALLAS — The 2026 FIFA World Cup is going ... Who's in? Who's out? FIFA World Cup field will take shape this year Japan became the first non-host nation to qualify for the World Cup.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to kick off June 11, 2026, when Estadio Azteca hosts the opening match in Mexico City. However, in the build-up to the most anticipated tournament of recent ...