The debate over the standout player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup has intensified after The New York Times ranked Lionel Messi as the tournament’s best performer, despite FIFA awarding the official Golden Ball to Spain midfielder Rodri. Messi, who inspired Argentina to a second consecutive World Cup final with eight goals and four assists,…
By Izuchukwu Okosi European champions Spain on Sunday evening usurped Argentina to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup thanks to an extra time goal by Ferran Torres. The 2026 final became the first ever FIFA World Cup final between the reigning UEFA European champions, and the reigning CONMEBOL Copa America champions. Messi and Lamine Yamal…
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup final has been filled with as much drama off the pitch as on it, with Lionel Messi, Rodri, Donald Trump and Aymeric Laporte all making headlines before Sunday’s showdown between Argentina and Spain. The biggest talking point remains Lionel Messi, who will lead Argentina into what could…
The Football Association (FA) has thrown its full support behind Thomas Tuchel despite England’s heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals. The result ended England’s hopes of reaching their first World Cup final since 1966 after conceding two late goals following Anthony Gordon’s opener. Tuchel has faced heavy criticism from…
Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is reportedly planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final in New Jersey should England defeat Argentina in their semi-final, making it one of his final official engagements before leaving office. Reports indicate Starmer intends to fly to MetLife Stadium on Sunday and return to the UK in…
Argentina beat ten-man Switzerland 2-1 in the early hours of Sunday in Kansas City to reach the semifinals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The South American giants will face England on Wednesday in the second semifinals game. The contest seemed set for penalty shootout before Atletico Madrid striker Julian Alvarez curled an unstoppable 25-yard…
France captain Kylian Mbappé has moved level with Lionel Messi in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot after scoring in France’s 2-0 quarter-final victory over Morocco, but much of the post-match discussion has centered on his controversial penalty technique. Mbappé had the chance to open the scoring from the penalty spot…
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) is under investigation by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) over allegations of money laundering, wire fraud and tax evasion involving up to $300 million routed through the United States. According to multiple reports, the investigation, which began in 2025, is examining whether…
Lionel Messi admitted he was relieved after Argentina produced one of the most dramatic comebacks of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, overturning a two-goal deficit to beat Egypt 3-2 and book a place in the quarter-finals. The reigning champions looked on course for a shock exit after Egypt raced into a 2-0 lead. However, Argentina…
By Izuchukwu Okosi Switzerland earned a quarterfinals place after a 4-3 win on penalties over Colombia at the BC Vancouver Stadium Tuesday night. Switzerland’s reward is a clash against defending champions Argentina on Sunday at the Kansas City Stadium. The Switzerland versus Colombia game ended 0-0 in 90 minutes and extra time was required to…
