Lionel Messi shared an emotional letter with Argentina on the night before the World Cup final, emphasizing that the journey and team bond matter more than titles. He thanked teammates, staff, and supporters, calling the national team a family.
Declan Rice says this England squad is the best in years after winning World Cup bronze, their best finish since 1966. Despite semi-final heartbreak, Rice insists major tournament success is close, while Thomas Tuchel faces questions over tactics.
Fifa's social media protection service reported a 14-fold increase in harmful posts during the 2026 World Cup compared to 2022, with over seven million messages removed and more than 200,000 abusive posts flagged.
Argentina and Spain will both wear their home kits in the World Cup Final, repeating a pattern seen in Argentina's 2022 World Cup Final and Spain's 2024 Euros Final.
Former Spain international Joan Capdevila says his ESTA application to enter the US for the World Cup final has been denied. He has appealed to President Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio for help, fearing he will miss the match with his children.
Research shows domestic abuse rises 26% when England plays and 38% when they lose. Charities and prosecutors warn of increased risk during tournaments, urging communities to intervene and support victims.
The 2026 World Cup expanded to 48 teams, bringing debutants like Cape Verde and Curacao but also controversy over hydration breaks, high ticket prices, and political interference. The tournament saw 72 group-stage matches, new seeding rules, and a raft of law changes aimed at reducing time-wasting.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni joked about stopping Lamine Yamal, calling the young star a 'treasure for football' with much more to offer.
Wayne Rooney, Joe Hart and Micah Richards rowed down the Hudson River in New York after Rooney pledged to do so if Norway beat Brazil at the World Cup. The former England striker made the promise live on BBC Sport, and Norway's 2-1 victory set the challenge in motion.
President Donald Trump praised Lionel Messi after the soccer star scored a hat-trick, calling it a rare achievement in the sport.
