The Latest Breaking News from World Cup

‘A Feeling’—The Moment That Decided Kobbie Mainoo’s World Cup Fate

A report has theorized why Thomas Tuchel bothered taking the Manchester United star at all.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

‘Disbelief’—USMNT Captain Tim Ream Reveals Locker Room Vibes After World Cup Exit

The U.S. men’s national team was thrashed 4–1 by Belgium in the round of 16.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

Argentina XI vs Spain: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup final

Can Lionel Messi inspire team-mates to another famous win?

Evening Standard · Jul 17

World Cup destiny: Messi bathed Yamal as a baby, now they face off for soccer's top title

Photographer Joan Monfort's images of Lionel Messi bathing Lamine Yamal have gained global attention. These pictures were taken nearly two decades ago for a charity calendar. The resurfaced photos now highlight a remarkable twist of fate for the upcoming World Cup final. Messi's Argentina will face Yamal's Spain for the…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

Spain XI vs Argentina: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup final

Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro fit to feature after missing training this week

Evening Standard · Jul 17

What can England get for beating France in World Cup bronze final? Prize money revealed

More than just pride on the line as Three Lions face France in Miami

Evening Standard · Jul 17

FIFA World Cup 2026: France, England prepare for gloomy World Cup send-off

France and England will play in the World Cup third-place match after semi-final losses. Both teams are disappointed after their respective defeats in the tournament's final stages. This match offers a chance for Kylian Mbappe to lead the scoring charts. Harry Kane's final World Cup appearance might also be marked…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

How Lionel Messi could have played for Spain in World Cup final

Barcelona legend in line to deliver second straight World Cup for his nation

Evening Standard · Jul 17

Been played by deep play? How FIFA World Cup 2026 shapes the modern football fan

Despite the shadow of controversy, numerous football enthusiasts engaged with this year's Fifa World Cup. The expanded format highlighted both rising nations and well-known athletes. Yet, dubious officiating and VAR's implementation sparked intense debates and anger among fans. Ultimately, the final showdown between Spain and Argentina reinforced the excellence of…

The Economic Times · Jul 17

World Cup proves soccer is here to stay in America

The day after Belgium knocked the United States out of the 2026 World Cup, the post-mortems began. There were the tired snickers, the familiar quip that soccer is "the sport of the future and always will be," and the usual banter about how America's men can't compete because our best…

Bangkok Post · Jul 17