World Cup predictions are among the most entertaining parts of the global competition. And with some games happening in Houston and Dallas, futbol mania has spilled into Austin - though it's long been alive with Austin FC fans.

Here's a handy list of every nickname for all 48 national teams competing in FIFA World Cup 2026, from 'The Blues' to the 'Socceroos.'

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is taking over North America this summer and there's still time to see the action in person when France and Senegal meet on June 16 at MetLife Stadium just outside New York City France one of the biggest favorites to win the tournament,

Norwegian striker Erling Haaland has been keeping himself busy ahead of ‌his side's opening World Cup game against Iraq by playing golf and video games, and even helping to prepare teammate Leo Ostigard for fatherhood as the defender's first child is due any day now.

Cut straight to the action with the latest highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026.

France's Kylian Mbappe reacts to fans in the hot sun during a training session during the FIFA World Cup soccer tournament, at the France base camp in Waltham, Mass., near