Spain has been crowned the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after a thrilling 1-0 extra-time victory over defending champions Argentina on July 19, 2026

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain crowned World Champions after defeating Argentina in WC final

Lionel Messi has moved ahead of Kylian Mbappé in the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race after another impressive scoring run. The Argentine superstar’s performances have strengthened his push for the tournament’s top scorer award as the competition reaches its decisive stages.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi delivered two assists in the semi-final victory

Thousands of jubilant fans welcomed Erling Haaland and Norway's national football team home to Oslo after their historic FIFA World Cup run. Norway reached the men's World Cup quarterfinals for the first time ever, with Haaland scoring seven goals during the country's first World Cup appearance in 28 years before their campaign ended against England.

FIFA world cup 2026: Haaland & Norway returned home after historic world cup run 

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the quarterfinal stage, with just eight teams remaining in the race for football's biggest prize. After weeks of thrilling knockout action, the tournament is now set for blockbuster clashes as the road to the semifinals begins. Here's a look at the teams that made it through and the upcoming quarterfinal fixtures.

FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinals: Which eight teams qualified?

World Cup fever is in full swing as fans rush to official stores to grab jerseys, scarves and souvenirs. Merchandise is flying off the shelves, with jerseys of star players proving to be among the biggest sellers during the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Star players drive Jersey sales at World Cup stores 

Cristiano Ronaldo left the pitch for the last time at a World Cup, after Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in stoppage time in the round of 16. The 41-year-old ends his international career with 11 World Cup goals in 27 appearances.


FIFA world cup 2026: Ronaldo bids adieu to World Cup football

The race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot is historically tight, with an epic three-way tie at the top of the leaderboard. Kylian Mbappé (France), Lionel Messi (Argentina), and Erling Haaland (Norway) are all locked at 7 goals each, with England's Harry Kane trailing closely behind at 6 goals.

FIFA world cup 2026: Race for the Golden Boot intensifies

A fresh controversy has erupted at the FIFA World Cup after reports claimed U.S. President Donald Trump urged FIFA to review striker Folarin Balogun's one-match suspension. FIFA later reversed the ban, clearing Balogun to feature in the United States' crucial Round of 16 clash against Belgium.

FIFA world cup 2026: FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium

Lionel Messi's Argentina continue their quest to defend their World Cup crown when they take on Cape Verde in a round-of-32 clash at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami on Friday.
Having eased past Jordan in their final group game to top Group J, Argentina reinforced their status as strong contenders to go all the way.

 FIFA world cup 2026: Argentina take on Cape Verde in the round of 32 in Miami      

Portugal came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 in Toronto, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring from the spot and Goncalo Ramos heading a stoppage-time winner. The result sends Portugal into a Round of 16 clash with Spain and leaves Roberto Martinez weighing a major selection call.

FIFA world cup 2026: Portugal to face Spain in next round 

FIFA world cup 2026: Ramos, Ronaldo goals lead Portugal to dramatic win

A unique cafe in Mexico City is turning World Cup heartbreak into hospitality. The 'Losers Cafe' offers free coffee to fans wearing jerseys of defeated teams, complete with napkins that read "Dry your tears." As Mexico celebrates its historic World Cup run, the cafe has become a comforting stop for disappointed supporters from around the world, proving that even in defeat, there's always a warm cup waiting.

 FIFA world cup 2026: Losing teams supporters get free drinks at unique WC cafe

 Portugal came from behind to beat Croatia 2-1 in Toronto, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring from the spot and Goncalo Ramos heading a stoppage-time winner. The result sends Portugal into a Round of 16 clash with Spain and leaves Roberto Martinez weighing a major selection call.

Switzerland and Algeria will meet in the round of 32 at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada, on Thursday, July 2, 2026. Switzerland finished as Group B winners after a 1‑1 draw with Qatar, a 4‑1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, and a 2‑1 win against host Canada. Algeria advanced as one of the best third‑place teams from Group J after a 3‑0 loss to Argentina, a 2‑1 win over Jordan, and a 3‑3 draw with Austria.

FIFA world cup 2026: Switzerland to face Algeria in round of 32

England survived a massive World Cup scare to secure their spot in the Last 16 after a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo. Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes after Brian Cipenga struck a shock goal just seven minutes into the match. This hard-fought Round of 32 win officially sets up a blockbuster knockout stage showdown against co-hosts Mexico.

FIFA world cup 2026: Harry Kane scores late double to save England against Congo DR

FIFA world cup 2026: England beat DR Congo 2-1 to reach WC round of 16

Portugal and Croatia lock horns in one of the biggest Round of 32 clashes at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modrić could be playing their final World Cup knockout match, adding extra emotion to an already high-stakes encounter.


FIFA world cup 2026: Portugal face Croatia in round of 32 showdown

King Abdullah II of Jordan visited Arlington on Saturday, meeting with Mayor Jim Ross ahead of his country’s FIFA World Cup match against Argentina at AT&T Stadium, known during the tournament as Dallas Stadium.

FIFA world cup 2026: King of Jordan visits Arlington ahead of WC match against Argentina

Kylian Mbappe scripted history with two goals as France beat Sweden 3-0 to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. They will face Paraguay next. Mbappe's two goals meant that he now holds the record of scoring the most goals in World Cup knockout matches. He also tied Lionel Messi for most goals in FIFA World Cup 2026 till now. Bradley Barcola scored the other goal for France.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Mbappe fires France into World Cup last 16

Football meets finance in WION's special series, Pitch & Portfolio. As France and Sweden prepare to battle on the World Cup stage, we compare the two nations beyond the pitch—GDP, trade, innovation, exports, global brands and economic strength. Which country dominates where it matters off the field? Watch as we break down the ultimate economic showdown between France and Sweden.

World Cup of Economies: France vs Sweden

Germany lose on penalties to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw in their FIFA World Cup 2026 last-32 match. Germany were ranked number 10 in the world by the game’s governing body, FIFA, entering the tournament, while Paraguay were ranked 41st. The German defeat is potentially the greatest upset in World Cup football, but is surely the biggest at the knockout stage.


FIFA World Cup 2026: Paraguay stun Germany in World Cup shocker to reach last 16

Canada defeated South Africa 1-0 in their World Cup Round of 32 knockout match in Los Angeles. Canada will now move on to the Round of 16, playing either Morocco or the Netherlands in Houston on July 4.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Canada beats South Africa 1-0 in World Cup's first knockout match

Hong Myung-bo resigned as head coach of South Korea on Sunday following the country's group-stage exit ​from the World Cup.
Hong made the announcement at the ‌team's training camp in Guadalajara after results on Saturday meant the Koreans would not advance to the last 32 as one of ​the eight third-placed finishers in the group phase.

FIFA World Cup 2026: South Korea coach Hong Myung-Bo quits after World Cup exit

In a packed Shanghai sports bar, an unexpected scene unfolded as Chinese soccer fans erupted in frenzied delight over Japan’s dominant 4-0 World Cup victory against Tunisia. China is normally the least obvious place for Japanese fandom to thrive—especially given deep-rooted historical animosity and heightened political tensions since conservative Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi took office in Tokyo last year.


FIFA World Cup 2026: Japan's World Cup Run Wins Hearts in China

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