The greatest World Cup upsets... ever! FourFourTwo revisits the 26 biggest upsets the World Cup has ever produced as Cape Verde add themselves to the list FourFourTwo · Jun 15
Quote of the Day by Diego Maradona 'I am black or white, I'll never be grey in my life' teaches character lesson, truth of life Quote of the Day by Diego Maradona highlights the importance of courage. Taking a clear stand is not always easy. Sometimes it means facing opposition, criticism, or misunderstanding. The Economic Times · Jun 13
Iran, Ukraine, Belfast & Albania’s ‘Flamingo Revolution’ In a week that began with President Trump pronouncing that a ceasefire extension was so close with Iran, two or three days max, and that would only take an hour to finalise. Hours later Tehran downed a US Apache helicopter off the Gulf of Oman with the crew rescued from… France 24 · Jun 12
Why Bangladesh erupted at Argentina’s win over England and will be celebrating all the way to the final World Cup fever descends on this South Asian nation that has never seen its own team compete at tournament The Independent UK · Jun 12
The Most Uncontrollable World Cup Goal Celebrations of All Time These World Cup goal celebrations were not only iconic, but also moments of pure, uncontrollable emotion spilling out in its rawest form. Sports Illustrated · Jun 11
Mexico City counts down to 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches. Euronews · Jun 10
Soccer Formations: The Best, Most Commonly Used, Styles of Play These famous soccer formations have helped shape the beautiful game over the years. Sports Illustrated · Jun 9
World Cup venues: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City Sixteen stadiums in Mexico, Canada and the United States will stage the games during the first 48-team World Cup. RFI looks at the venues to be used between 11 June and 19 July. Radio France Internationale · Jun 8
It’s World Cup week – will the hope, memes and dreams be as good as it gets? In today’s Football Daily: has the World Cup already peaked? The Guardian - UK · Jun 8
If this is Messi’s last World Cup, could he eclipse Maradona and win it twice? After living in the Argentina idol’s shadow, the 39-year-old star of Qatar is still capable of a final glorious chapter The Guardian - UK · Jun 6
FIFA 2026: From Maradona to Messi, every World Cup finds a hero. Who’s next? The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts to emerging talents. Spain's Lamine Yamal is a strong contender. France's Kylian Mbappe also looks set to shine. The tournament may reveal unexpected heroes, challenging established expectations. The Economic Times · Jun 6
Argentina seeks a glorious end to the Messi era with another World Cup title Argentina, seeking back-to-back World Cup titles, faces fitness concerns for key players, including Lionel Messi, ahead of the 2026 tournament. Messi, nearing retirement from international soccer, aims to cap his career with another championship, a feat not achieved since Brazil in 1962. The Economic Times · Jun 4
Argentina 2026 World Cup Shirt Numbers: Messi Jersey, Full List Revealed History will be made if Messi, as expected, turns out at his sixth World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 3
Why soccer fandom in Latin America feels almost sacred Soccer devotion in Latin America extends far beyond the stadium The Independent UK · Jun 2
The Guardian - UK · May 30 I read Gianni Infantino’s name-dropping, despot-fluffing book so you don’t have to The Fifa president’s biography talks about magic a lot – and no wonder. There is no other way to explain his utterly ludicrous proximity to power
Sports Illustrated · May 29 Lionel Messi Chasing 64 Years of History After World Cup Call-Up Messi’s Argentina is out to achieve what only two nations have ever accomplished in World Cup history.
The Independent UK · May 28 Not Maradona, not Messi – this is why Pele is the World Cup’s greatest-ever player WORLD CUP’S GREATEST-EVER PLAYERS: The news is out: the only player to win three tournaments tops our greatest players of all-time World Cup leaderboard. And as Chief Football Writer Miguel Delaney explains, nobody epitomised the World Cup and what it stood for more than the Brazil legend
The Independent UK · May 26 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 · May 24 ‘Every time I saw Manchester United play, Scott McTominay stood out. I was surprised they allowed him to go’ Gary McAllister on a decision the Red Devils got wrong The former Leeds United and Scotland star believes letting McTominay go was a huge mistake
The Conversation · May 21 Game changers: how soccer’s mega-money era was sparked by a little-known Belgian athlete When famous soccer players come to mind, it is usually revered pioneers such as Pelé, Bobby Charlton and Diego Maradona.
Sports Illustrated · May 18 Pele Facts: Amazing Things You Didn’t Know About the Soccer Icon Pelé is one of the greatest and most influential players in the history of soccer.
The Independent UK · May 13 I’ve been to more than 120 cities – these are the six best in Europe for a solo summer break Having visited many European cities alone, Lydia Swinscoe shares her top picks for culture, great food and intriguing neighbourhoods in 2026
The Guardian - UK · May 9 Writers on their World Cup Panini collecting days: ‘We all remember the playground twerp’ The much-loved football sticker album is to be discontinued after 2030. Guardian writers recall their thrills and frustrations
Sports Illustrated · May 8 The 10 Most Iconic Moments in World Cup History—Ranked From dramatic upsets to unforgettable celebrations, these 10 World Cup moments have helped define the greatest tournament in world soccer.
Sports Illustrated · May 8 The Players With the Most Goals at the World Cup Goals on soccer’s grandest stage carry an extra weight.