Table tennis Olympic champion Fan Zhendong is set to take on a new role as a commentator for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, bringing his sporting expertise to football’s biggest stage. The Chinese star, known for his achievements in table tennis, will join the global coverage of the highly anticipated World Cup finale. The final promises a thrilling showdown as football fans around the world await the crowning of the next champion.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Table Tennis Olympic champion Fan Zhendong set for World Cup duties 

The heavyweight showdown in Atlanta marks the renewal of a rivalry that peaked at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. The late Maradona scored both of Argentina's goals in the quarter-final.

FIFA 2026 | Mac Allistar hopes 'Argentina do what Maradona did in 1986' vs England in semis

Spain advanced to the World Cup 2026 final with a clinical 2-0 semifinal victory over tournament favorites France at Dallas Stadium. Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro sealed a historic win for La Roja. Read the full match analysis and highlights. 

World Cup 2026, 1st Semifinal: Spain sink France to book final spot; Oyarzabal, Porro on target

Spain has done it -- they beat France 2-0 in the first semi-final to reach their second-ever World Cup final, and the first since winning their maiden crown in 2010. Goals from Mikel Oyarzabal and Pedro Porro ensured a thrilling win for the Spanish side.

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Spain beat France to enter final

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: 80 minutes in, Spain lead France 2-0

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: GOAL!!! Spain 2-0

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Spain showing no signs of slowing down

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Spain lead 1-0 after first half

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Double Blow to France as Saliba is out with injury

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Oyarzabal scores penalty, Spain 1 – 0 France

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: France pace up but no early goals

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Composed Spain keep France on its toes

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Spain dominate possession early on

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Time for action to begin

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Pedri on bench once again

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Starting XIs

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: When and where to watch

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Winner to face England or Argentina in final

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: The world awaits big game

France vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Highlights: Spain beat France to enter final

Bellingham, who has scored six goals in the tournament so far, has hit a brace against Mexico and Norway to fire the team into the semis where they now face Argentina for a place in the final.

FIFA 2026 | Bellingham emulates Maradona from 1986 before semis against Argentina

Over 100,000 fans and King Harald welcomed Norway’s football team home in Oslo after a historic World Cup quarter-final run. Despite a 2-1 loss to England, the squad celebrated with a massive parade.

FIFA 2026 | 100,000 fans and a Royal Salute: Norway welcomes home world cup heroes despite quarter-final heartbreak

While Deschamps' side have lit up the World Cup with a string of scintillating performances, Spain's campaign has built momentum gradually following a shock 0-0 draw against minnows Cape Verde in their opening game.

FIFA 2026 | France coach Deschamps says Spain 'favorites' ahead of semi-final and Spain coach says 'doesn't mean anything'

Jude Bellingham climbs above Lionel Messi in the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 FIFA Power Rankings after his brace against Norway, while Kylian Mbappe remains no 1 ahead of the semifinals

Lionel Messi suffers major blow as Jude Bellingham's England heroics change everything

Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign has sparked fierce debate over controversial refereeing decisions, VAR interventions and allegations of preferential treatment. Here's why the defending champions remain at the centre of football's biggest talking point

The World vs Argentina? Why every decision is fueling the biggest debate of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Is VAR favouring Argentina at the FIFA World Cup 2026? Data reveals which teams benefited most from VAR as controversial decisions spark debate

VAR bias for Messi's Argentina? Shocking World Cup 2026 data sparks fresh debate

Why does Gianni Infantino appear so often during FIFA World Cup broadcasts? Here's how FIFA's TV policy works and why it matters before the 2027 election

Why FIFA President Gianni Infantino appears so often during World Cup broadcasts

England vs Argentina - one of the most fiercest rivalries in the World Cup history. The two sides have met five times in the World Cups so far with England leading the head-to-head record with 3-2. The upcoming showdown on Wednesday (Jul 15) in Atlanta promises to be a blockbuster.

FIFA 2026 | England 3-2 Argentina - How one of the most fiercest rivalries in World Cup developed over years

Kane, unlike Bellingham, decided to see things from Tuchel's prespective who called England ‘lucky’ to win 2-1 against Norway. The comments came after Bellingham, who scored both goals, dismissed the coach's views.

FIFA 2026 | England captain Harry Kane sides with coach Tuchel on criticism after win vs Norway

When Mbappe scored in France's win over Croatia in the deciding match of the 2018 tournament, he was just 19 years and 207 days old. He therefore became only the second teenager to score in a World Cup final after a 17-ye

FIFA 2026 | Lamine Yamal aims to reprise Mbappe by winning World Cup as teenager

Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, but Breel Embolo’s controversial red card and FIFA’s mistaken identity VAR rule sparked global debate. Read the full explanation, referee decision analysis, and Switzerland’s reaction

'Mistaken identity': Why Switzerland's Breel Embolo was sent Off against Argentina — FIFA VAR rule explained

Patrick Vieira has reportedly emerged as the frontrunner to replace Pape Bouna Thiaw as Senegal's head coach.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Senegal sack coach Pape Bouna Thiaw after disappointing campaign

England's World Cup celebrations with Oasis' Wonderwall have sparked a Spotify streaming surge, inspired players including Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham, and received Noel Gallagher's endorsement

Why do England fans sing Wonderwall? The story behind the new football anthem

Erling Haaland's World Cup dream came to an end as England edged Norway 2-1 after extra time to book their place in the next round.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Erling Haaland breaks down after Norway’s heartbreaking exit | WATCH

England beat Norway 2-1 in Miami to reach WC semis vs Argentina. Bellingham scored twice but hit back at Tuchel's post-match criticism, saying "whatever" when asked to respond.

FIFA 2026 | 'Whatever': Bellingham's blunt response to coach Tuchel's criticism after putting England into semis

Argentina beat 10-man Switzerland 3-1 in extra time at Kansas City. Mac Allister, Ndoye, Alvarez & Lautaro scored; Embolo saw red. Defending champs survive scare, set up SF vs England.

FIFA 2026 | Argentina survive scare from 10-man Switzerland for a place in semi-final

Jude Bellingham's England equaliser vs Norway sparked FIFA World Cup 2026 controversy after camera wire claims. FIFA explains why the goal stood

Why England's equaliser vs Norway was so controversial: FIFA explains camera wire incident

Two goals from Jude Bellingham helped England booked their place in the semifinals after they beat Norway 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026. They will either face Argentina or Switzerland in semis

Hey Jude! Bellingham's twin strike sends England to 2026 FIFA World Cup semis

FIFA is selling preserved pieces of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final pitch from MetLife Stadium for $450 each, alongside premium final tickets costing up to $34,500

Want to own a piece of the FIFA World Cup final pitch? Here's the price

Spain beat Belgium 2-1 via Merino's 88th-min goal to reach WC semis after 16 years. Rodri handball denied penalty per IFAB rules. Belgium exit; Spain face France on July 14 in Arlington.

FIFA 2026 | Referee denied a penalty to Belgium vs Spain. What does FIFA rule say about it?

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Table Tennis Olympic champion Fan Zhendong set for World Cup duties

FIFA | Mac Allistar hopes 'Argentina do what Maradona did in 1986' vs England

Spain sink France to book World Cup final spot; Oyarzabal, Porro on target

France vs Spain, FIFA WC 2026 Semi-Final Highlights: Spain qualify for final

FIFA 2026 | Bellingham emulates Maradona from 1986 before semis vs Argentina

FIFA 2026 | Norway welcomes home world cup heroes despite QF heartbreak

FIFA 2026 | France coach Deschamps says Spain 'favorites' ahead of semi-final

Messi overtaken! Jude Bellingham's England masterclass shakes up FIFA rankings

World vs Argentina? Why every decision is fueling biggest debate of 2026 FIFA WC

VAR bias for Messi's Argentina? Shocking World Cup 2026 data sparks fresh debate

Why FIFA President Gianni Infantino appears so often during World Cup broadcasts

FIFA 2026 | England 3-2 Argentina - How the rivalry has developed over years

FIFA 2026 | Kane sides with coach Tuchel on criticism of England's win vs Norway

FIFA 2026 | Lamine Yamal aims to reprise Mbappe by winning World Cup as teenager

FIFA WC 2026 controversy: Embolo red card, VAR decision leaves Switzerland angry

FIFA 2026: Senegal sack coach Pape Bouna Thiaw after disappointing campaign

Why so England fans sing Wonderwall? The viral World Cup tradition explained

FIFA 2026: Erling Haaland breaks down after Norway’s heartbreaking exit | WATCH

FIFA 2026 | Bellingham's not happy about coach Tuchel's criticism on England win

FIFA 2026 | Argentina survive scare from 10-man Switzerland for a place in SF

England's equaliser leaves Norway outraged. FIFA finally explains what happened

Hey Jude! Bellingham's twin strike sends England to 2026 FIFA World Cup semis

Want to own a piece of the FIFA World Cup final pitch? Here's the price

FIFA 2026 | Why referee denied a penalty to Belgium vs Spain?