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Why this will be the largest World Cup in history

There will be a record 104 matches over 39 days

The Independent UK

Germany are no longer inevitable as painful World Cup failures loom large

WORLD CUP 2026: Germany hope to deliver in a World Cup after bad experiences in Russia and Qatar, with Richard Jolly detailing how the shock return of Manuel Neuer is the outlier amid a generational shift

The Independent UK

World Cup by the numbers: 104 matches, 48 teams and 3 countries make this the largest ever

The 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest tournament yet. It will feature 48 teams across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. A record 104 matches will be played over 39 days. This expansion marks a significant shift from previous editions. The tournament will utilize 16 stadiums, with…

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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

The 10 Best World Cups of All Time—Ranked

Sporting spectacles don’t come any better than the World Cup—especially these iconic editions that rose above the rest.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Players With the Most Goals in a Calendar Year—Ranked

No players in soccer history have ever dominated a calendar year quite like these.

Sports Illustrated

Sunday’s briefing: Arsenal title bid dented by loss and Bayern win without Kane

Bayern Munich did not even need Harry Kane as they set a new Bundesliga scoring record.

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The 10 Best World Cup Teams of All Time—Ranked

From stylish, possession-based sides that suffocated their opponents to unstoppable forces of nature, these are the greatest World Cup teams ever.

Sports Illustrated

The 25 Best Dutch Players of All Time—Ranked

No group exemplifies the Netherlands’ profound impact on world soccer better than these 25 all-time greats.

Sports Illustrated

The Pele parallels that Harry Kane hopes may take England to World Cup glory

The England captain could match the Brazilian’s goal tally against Albania but has his sights set on a bigger prize

The Independent UK

Viktor Gyokeres wins Gerd Muller Trophy 2025

The Ballon d'Or 2025 is ongoing with Viktor Gyokeres picking up the gong for best striker

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All EA FC 25 Pre-Season Best of Re-Release Batch 2 players

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The Best Football Quiz Questions

There is no better way to best your ball knowledge than with a good old-fashioned quiz.

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Most Goals in Soccer History: Ranking the Top 10 Players

Discover the top 10 soccer players with the most goals in history. Explore their records, achievements, and legacy in the world of football’s greatest scorers.

Sports Illustrated

Best German Soccer Players of All Time: Ranking the Top 10

Discover the best German soccer players of all time in our top 10 ranking featuring legends like Franz Beckenbauer, Miroslav Klose, Gerd Müller, Lothar Matthäus, and Manuel Neuer.

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What to look out for as Thomas Tuchel's England tenure gets underway with Albania clash

Some stats and facts to preview England's opening 2026 World Cup qualifier at Wembley

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'I don’t know why the Ballon d'Or was cancelled. Maybe some years later I’ll understand what the reason was. For now, I don’t have the answer': Robert Lewandowski reflects on missing out on prestigious award in 2020

Robert Lewandowski still doesn't quite understand why he was denied the opportunity to win the Ballon d'Or in 2020

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Players who finished as top goalscorer in multiple European leagues

These stars all finished as leading marksman in at least two of Europe's top leagues

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European Golden Shoe winners

A look at Europe's most prolific marksmen

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Footballers who scored 500 career goals

From legends of yesteryear to modern-day goalscoring greats, a look at the men's players who netted over 500 times in their careers...

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RANKED! The 100 best individual performances in football EVER

From the miracle of Istanbul to the Matthews final, what's the greatest display a footballer has ever given?

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Top scorers in a Champions League season

A look at the players who scored the most goals in a Champions League or European Cup campaign...

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