Test your World Cup knowledge with our A-Z quiz. Can you name the best performing nation for each letter of the alphabet, using the country's name at the time of the tournament?
A list of national teams that returned to the FIFA World Cup after the longest absence, ranked by years between successive participations.
As the 2026 World Cup reaches its first rest day and quarter-finals begin, test your knowledge of the teams that have appeared most often in the last eight. From regulars to one-time participants, how many can you name?
With the World Cup quarter-finals approaching, an analysis of all 360 penalties taken in 39 shootouts since 1982 reveals key trends. Argentina leads with six wins in seven shootouts, while the Netherlands and Spain share a record four defeats. Players going central have a lower success rate, and teams kicking first have historically had a slight edge.
Ahead of their World Cup quarter-final, the England-Norway rivalry is recalled through Bjorge Lillelien's legendary 1981 commentary after Norway's shock 2-1 win, where he famously declared 'Your boys took a hell of a beating.'
England's 3-2 win over Mexico in the last 16 sets up a quarter-final against Norway. Can you name all 10 previous teams England have faced in World Cup quarter-finals?
Brazil leads all nations with five FIFA World Cup titles, followed by Germany and Italy with four each. Argentina, France, and Uruguay have each won twice, while England and Spain have one title apiece.
South American and European teams have met 253 times at the FIFA World Cup. CONMEBOL holds a narrow win advantage (104-91), but UEFA leads in total titles (12-10). In finals, CONMEBOL dominates with eight wins to three.
England face Mexico at the Azteca Stadium, a venue that has hosted iconic moments from Pele to Maradona. Despite altitude challenges, the team embraces the privilege of playing at football's most historic altar.
Former USA captain Tony Meola reflects on the iconic 1994 World Cup Round of 16 match against Brazil on Independence Day, a game that galvanized American soccer despite a 1-0 loss. He shares memories of confidence, the changing opponent, and Romario's respect.
