FIFA World Cup

This is the first time the senior national team of Brazil will play in India, though many football stars from that country, including the legendary Pele, have played in India.

Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic, who officiated the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina, has announced his retirement from refereeing.

Jurgen Klopp has been appointed Germany’s new head coach on a four-year contract, succeeding Julian Nagelsmann. He will lead the national team through Euro 2028 and the 2030 FIFA World Cup, with his first matches coming in September.

Lionel Messi has always prioritized joy and contribution over obligation. His FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign for Argentina showed he can still influence games at the highest level, but the emotional weight of another final defeat may accelerate his thinking.

Spain became the first team in history to win the FIFA World Cup while conceding just one goal overall, capping a dominant campaign that also saw them sweep most major individual awards.

Kylian Mbappe took his tally to ten with a double in Les Bleus’ 6-4 defeat by England in an enthralling and end-to-end Bronze final in Miami on Saturday. Having struck eight times to finish top scorer at Qatar 2022, Mbappe became the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice.

Spain goalkeeper Unai Simon said the squad is still processing its FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph after defeating Argentina in the final. The Golden Glove winner believes the team will truly realise the magnitude of their achievement once they return home to Spain.

In a dramatic, grueling, and fiercely contested battle at the New York New Jersey Stadium, Spain clinched their second FIFA World Cup title. Super-sub Ferran Torres became the Spain's hero, scoring a spectacular extra-time winner to defeat the defending champions Argentina 1-0.

Yamal and Cubarsi - the Barcelona teenagers - created history when Spain took the pitch against Argentina for the FIFA World Cup 2026 final against Argentina in New York.

Lionel Messi's entry into this club comes with an even more distinct distinction: he is the first player ever to start in all three finals, as Cafu originally entered the 1994 final against Italy as a first-half substitute.

FIFA World Cup 2026:In a historic first for the tournament, global music icons will unite at the New York-New Jersey Stadium for a star-studded halftime performance curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin to support the $100 million FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund.

Brazil legend Ronaldo has backed Spain to beat defending champions Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, calling Luis de la Fuente's side overwhelming favourites. The two-time World Cup winner praised Spain's Pep Guardiola-inspired style while lauding Lionel Messi and Argentina's resilience throughout the tournament.

Jude Bellingham hailed England's best FIFA World Cup finish since 1966 after the Three Lions defeated France 6-4 in the third-place play-off. The Real Madrid star thanked England fans and said the team's historic campaign is 'something to build on' for the future.

Jude Bellingham created history by becoming the first England player to score seven goals in a single FIFA World Cup during the Three Lions 6-4 win over France. The Real Madrid midfielder also became the first midfielder to score seven goals in a single World Cup edition as England secured third place at FIFA World Cup 2026.

In a message shared on the eve of the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Spain and Argentina, Infantino expressed his appreciation for the partnership between FIFA and Zee TV, which covers 39 FIFA competitions.

Reflecting on the 2-1 defeat to Argentina, Thomas Tuchel responded to the criticism regarding England's late-game passivity. The England coach refused to apologize for switching to a back-five system.

A day after the painful exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, England star Jude Bellingham took to social media to thank all the fans who spent a lot of money to come to America and support the team. He also urged everyone to keep the faith as the team aims for a better future.

Spain or Argentina will claim ultimate glory in front of a crowd of over 80,000 at New York New Jersey Stadium, as they compete to be crowned FIFA World Cup champions. World Cup winners in 2010, Spain are appearing in their second final, while Argentina are looking to lift the trophy for a fourth time following triumphs in 1978, 1986 and 2022 - also appearing in the 1930, 1990 and 2014 Finals.

Thomas Tuchel is expected to remain England manager despite the Three Lions' heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. The FA continues to back the German coach as England shift their focus to the third-place playoff against France.

India captain Gurpreet Singh Sandhu believes FIFA's proposed World Cup expansion could improve India's qualification chances but insists the team's immediate focus should be breaking into Asia's top 15. The veteran goalkeeper said India must progress step by step instead of relying on an increase in World Cup spots.

Argentina equalled Brazil's all-time record for the most wins in a single FIFA World Cup edition after coming from behind to beat England 2-1 in the 2026 semifinal. Lionel Messi's side has now won all seven matches in the tournament and will become the first team in history to register eight wins in a single World Cup edition if they defeat Spain in the final.

Jude Bellingham admitted he was "gutted" after England's 2-1 defeat to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final, saying he had hoped to help end the nation's long wait for a second world title. The midfielder apologised to England fans following the late collapse in Atlanta, adding that his "head is a bit fuzzy with disappointment" after another painful World Cup exit.