World Cup 2026: FIFA World Rankings for qualified teams
42 of 48 teams have already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's where they rank among the best teams in the world.
42 of 48 teams have already qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's where they rank among the best teams in the world.
How to watch NFL football: Week 14
The NFL season is heating up with some pivotal matchups this weekend that may go a long way in determining which teams have the edge to claim a spot in the playoffs.
The NFL season is heating up with some pivotal matchups this weekend that may go a long way in determining which teams have the edge to claim a spot in the playoffs.
World Cup 2026: Which nations can still qualify for the 6 remaining spots?
Six spots have yet to be claimed in next year's World Cup. Here's who can still make the tournament.
Six spots have yet to be claimed in next year's World Cup. Here's who can still make the tournament.
Bercich Breakdown: How does McCarthy get his magic back?
In this episode of the Bercich Breakdown, Vikings analyst Pete Bercich and FOX-9 Sports Director Jim Rich dive into what has to happen for J.J. McCarthy to get untracked and get the Vikings back into the endzone for the 1st time in over 5 quarters of football. Also, Pete discusses how the Vikings can get the run game established after numerous attempts in previous weeks and on the other side of the ball Dallas Turner has finally emerged --- but is it sustainable? Don’t forget to catch the Vikings on FOX-9 this Sunday starting with GameDay Live at 9:30 a.m., the game kicks off at noon, then we wrap up our coverage with Vikings PostGame Tonight at 10:35 p.m. all on FOX-9. Check out more of Pete’s content on his YouTube page titled "Eye in the Sky."
In this episode of the Bercich Breakdown, Vikings analyst Pete Bercich and FOX-9 Sports Director Jim Rich dive into what has to happen for J.J. McCarthy to get untracked and get the Vikings back into the endzone for the 1st time in over 5 quarters of football. Also, Pete discusses how the Vikings can get the run game established after numerous attempts in previous weeks and on the other side of the ball Dallas Turner has finally emerged --- but is it sustainable? Don’t forget to catch the Vikings on FOX-9 this Sunday starting with GameDay Live at 9:30 a.m., the game kicks off at noon, then we wrap up our coverage with Vikings PostGame Tonight at 10:35 p.m. all on FOX-9. Check out more of Pete’s content on his YouTube page titled "Eye in the Sky."
How to watch the 2026 World Cup Draw live
The 2026 World Cup Draw on Dec. 5 will finalize the 48-team field and group placements ahead of next summer’s tournament, with 42 teams already qualified and six more to be decided in March.
The 2026 World Cup Draw on Dec. 5 will finalize the 48-team field and group placements ahead of next summer’s tournament, with 42 teams already qualified and six more to be decided in March.
Is the USA in the World Cup?
The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.
The United States will have a chance to compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Here's what you need to know.
Vikings need to get ‘train back on tracks’ [FULL}
Saying the team needs to “stop doing things that lose games in order to have a chance to win them,” Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell discusses ways in which the purple will work to get the “train back on the tracks” to finish the season. The coach also goes through injury updates ahead of their matchup against the Commanders on Dec. 7.
Saying the team needs to “stop doing things that lose games in order to have a chance to win them,” Minnesota Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell discusses ways in which the purple will work to get the “train back on the tracks” to finish the season. The coach also goes through injury updates ahead of their matchup against the Commanders on Dec. 7.
McCarthy’s development now about ‘decision-making’
Asked about the development of QB J.J. McCarthy the final five games of the season, Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell says his development is now “purely about decision-making," while noting that the team has “had a chance to win a lot of games if we don’t turn the ball over.”
Asked about the development of QB J.J. McCarthy the final five games of the season, Vikings Head Coach Kevin O’Connell says his development is now “purely about decision-making," while noting that the team has “had a chance to win a lot of games if we don’t turn the ball over.”
What nations are in the World Cup draw?
On Friday, 42 qualified nations set to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will find out who they will face in the opening round of the biggest tournament in soccer history.
On Friday, 42 qualified nations set to play in the 2026 FIFA World Cup will find out who they will face in the opening round of the biggest tournament in soccer history.
Gophers guard Chansey Willis out for season with broken foot
The Gophers men's basketball team will be without starting guard Chansey Willis for the rest of the season after he suffered a broken foot against Stanford last week that will require surgery.
The Gophers men's basketball team will be without starting guard Chansey Willis for the rest of the season after he suffered a broken foot against Stanford last week that will require surgery.
Gophers guard Chansey Willis out for season with broken foot
The Gophers men's basketball team will be without starting guard Chansey Willis for the rest of the season after he suffered a broken foot against Stanford last week that will require surgery. Gophers coach Niko Medved spoke with reporters on Tuesday at Williams Arena, ahead of hosting No. 22-ranked Indiana to open Big Ten play.
The Gophers men's basketball team will be without starting guard Chansey Willis for the rest of the season after he suffered a broken foot against Stanford last week that will require surgery. Gophers coach Niko Medved spoke with reporters on Tuesday at Williams Arena, ahead of hosting No. 22-ranked Indiana to open Big Ten play.
1st and North: Week 14
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 13 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 14 as the Vikings hope to bounce back from a loss in Seattle.
Sports anchors from Minneapolis, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Detroit team up to look back at week 13 and provide a preview for the NFL's NFC North in week 14 as the Vikings hope to bounce back from a loss in Seattle.
Adam Thielen headed to Steelers after being waived by Vikings
Adam Thielen will finish out his NFL career catching passes from Aaron Rodgers after the Pittsburgh Steelers claimed him off waivers Tuesday.
Adam Thielen will finish out his NFL career catching passes from Aaron Rodgers after the Pittsburgh Steelers claimed him off waivers Tuesday.
Bob Motzko talks Minnesotans on initial USA World Juniors roster
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich caught up with Bob Motzko Monday to talk about the initial USA 28-player roster for the World Junior Championships. The roster currently features eight Minnesotans.
FOX 9 Sports Director Jim Rich caught up with Bob Motzko Monday to talk about the initial USA 28-player roster for the World Junior Championships. The roster currently features eight Minnesotans.
Gophers’ DB John Nestor earns Big Ten weekly honor
University of Minnesota defensive back John Nestor was honored by the Big Ten on Monday after helping lead the Gophers to a 17-7 win over Wisconsin to retain Paul Bunyan’s Axe.
University of Minnesota defensive back John Nestor was honored by the Big Ten on Monday after helping lead the Gophers to a 17-7 win over Wisconsin to retain Paul Bunyan’s Axe.
Vikings waive WR Adam Thielen after being healthy scratch at Seattle
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen was a healthy scratch in a 26-0 loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Less than 24 hours later, the team waived the Minnesota native at his own request.
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen was a healthy scratch in a 26-0 loss at the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Less than 24 hours later, the team waived the Minnesota native at his own request.
Minnesota Frost at Ottawa Charge: How to watch, stream
The Minnesota Frost head to Ottawa to take on the Charge on Tuesday, Dec. 2, in a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
The Minnesota Frost head to Ottawa to take on the Charge on Tuesday, Dec. 2, in a game you can watch on FOX 9+ and streaming on FOX LOCAL.
Minnesota leads as Team USA picks 28-player preliminary roster for World Juniors
USA Hockey has revealed its preliminary roster for the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team, featuring 28 players and eight from Minnesota, known as the "State of Hockey."
USA Hockey has revealed its preliminary roster for the 2026 U.S. National Junior Team, featuring 28 players and eight from Minnesota, known as the "State of Hockey."
St. Thomas volleyball to face Iowa State in NCAA Tournament debut
The St. Thomas volleyball team will open its first Division I NCAA Tournament Friday night against No. 5 Iowa State at Maturi Pavilion, home of the Gophers.
The St. Thomas volleyball team will open its first Division I NCAA Tournament Friday night against No. 5 Iowa State at Maturi Pavilion, home of the Gophers.
St. Thomas volleyball gets Iowa State in NCAA Tournament
The St. Thomas volleyball team earned the school's first Division I NCAA Tournament bid after winning the Summit League Tournament title. The Tommies will face No. 5-seeded Iowa State Friday night at Maturi Pavilion.
The St. Thomas volleyball team earned the school's first Division I NCAA Tournament bid after winning the Summit League Tournament title. The Tommies will face No. 5-seeded Iowa State Friday night at Maturi Pavilion.