Meta on Thursday announced several football-focused features across its family of social media apps ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. The company is partnering with broadcasters, national teams, players, commentators, and creators to bring fans closer to the action throughout the tournament. Users will be able to access features like real-time conversations, live scores, football communities, themed experiences, and AI-powered additions across Threads, Instagram, Facebook, Messenger, and WhatsApp.