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The Most Expensive Squads at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Some of the world’s most expensive players will be on show this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Portugal 2026 World Cup Shirt Numbers: Ronaldo, Fernandes Headline Reveal

The Seleção das Quinas have their sights set on hoisting the golden trophy for the first time in history.

Sports Illustrated

Why Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and the rest of the World Cup’s old guard just can’t say goodbye

A combination of factors means that plenty of players are ploughing on towards, or beyond, 40 – and could play huge roles at this summer’s tournament

The Independent UK

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Real Madrid’s Long History of Blockbuster Election Signings

Both Florentino Pérez and Enrique Riquelme have teased big transfers.

Sports Illustrated

Every Barcelona Player at the 2026 World Cup: Fixtures, Chances, Favorites

The majority of Barcelona’s biggest stars will be chasing World Cup glory this summer.

Sports Illustrated

Voices: Fans pick their own World Cup legends after The Independent’s top 50 sparks debate

YOUR VIEWS: In response to our World Cup top 50, readers have been debating the rankings, questioning omissions and putting forward their own picks for the game’s greatest players

The Independent UK

Manchester United 'make first move to sign Rafael Leao amid Arsenal interest'

The Serie A star is on the hunt for a new challenge and the Premier League seems to be his target should he move on in the summer

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The 10 Real Madrid Players With the Most Trophies in History—Ranked

There’s no room for Cristiano Ronaldo among some seriously successful stars.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot odds: Kylian Mbappe up against Harry Kane, Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi

The game’s greatest goalscorers line up for tournament’s top individual honour

Evening Standard

Argentina World Cup 2026 guide: Fixtures, prediction, key player and odds

Lionel Messi shrugs off late injury scare to lead defending champions at his sixth World Cup finals

Evening Standard

The Greatest Soccer No. 9s of All Time—Ranked

These 20 No. 9s rank among the greatest pure finishers in soccer history.

Sports Illustrated

Creaking Cristiano Ronaldo’s presence at World Cup is more a curse than a blessing

Veterans such as Messi and Modric are much in evidence at the finals, but an obsession with celebrity may undermine Portugal

The Guardian - UK

NEW ISSUE: Battle for the World Cup! Jeremy Doku and Mikel Merino exclusives, Joe Cole & Ashley Cole’s World Cup memories, Roberto Martinez on Cristiano Ronaldo, Javier Zanetti on Lionel Messi, plus USA '94, Guus Hiddink and Youri Djorkaeff Q&A

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The Clubs That Can Actually Afford Enzo Fernandez’s Record-Breaking Price Tag

Fernández’s list of suitors is dictated by cold hard numbers.

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Lionel Messi Injury: Argentina Boss Reveals Next Steps As World Cup Roster Looms

The global soccer community holds its collective breath ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Radio France Internationale

Last hurrah: 1. Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo will play for Portugal in a record sixth World Cup at the age of 41. In the first of a series on players at their final World Cup, RFI looks at the striker who holds the international records for goals and appearances.

The Guardian - UK

Cristiano Ronaldo steps up again but Martínez will be wary over World Cup role

The face of the Saudi Pro League was vital as Al-Nassr won the title but will need to be a team player for Portugal

FourFourTwo

How many goals has Cristiano Ronaldo scored now?

Cristiano Ronaldo's quest for 1000 strikes continues…

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The Independent UK

Why Cristiano Ronaldo is not in the World Cup’s 50 greatest players

Despite having dominated in other tournaments, both domestic and international, Ronaldo has so far failed to excel on football’s grandest stage

International Business Times UK

Nike Drops Star-Packed 'Nike Family' for World Cup 2026 Featuring Ronaldo, Kim Kardashian, Drake & More

Nike's 'Nike Family' campaign for the 2026 World Cup features a diverse lineup of sports icons and celebrities, aiming to create a global cultural moment with collaborations and fan events

The Independent UK

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

FourFourTwo

Why Mohamed Salah is the best Premier League player ever

The now departed Liverpool legend embodied the highest level of Premier League greatness

Sports Illustrated

Kylian Mbappe Becomes First Player Since Messi, Ronaldo to Achieve Special Feat

The Frenchman has 86 goals in 103 appearances in a white shirt.

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi becomes second footballer after Cristiano Ronaldo to reach billionaire status

Football legend Lionel Messi has officially become a billionaire. He joins Cristiano Ronaldo as the only footballers to reach this elite status. Messi's wealth comes from salaries, bonuses, investments, and endorsements. Meanwhile, a street in New Jersey has been named 'Leo Messi Way' in his honor. This celebrates his impact…

Sports Illustrated

The Seven Highest Paid Soccer Players in the World—Ranked

The highest-paid soccer players in the world earn truly eye-watering amounts of money.

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