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Mbappé wins adidas Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappé has been awarded the adidas Golden Boot. The French striker earned the honor with his performances in the tournament.
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Rodri's World Cup win caps remarkable comeback from injury
Rodri led Spain to World Cup glory, adding the trophy to his Ballon d'Or, Euros, and Champions League titles. The midfielder's recovery from an ACL injury in 2024 culminated in a player-of-the-tournament performance, cementing his status among football's elite.
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Why David Beckham Became the Face of the World Cup in the US
David Beckham has become the face of the World Cup in the US, fronting ads for 11 brands and appearing at matches. His influence on American soccer, from his 2007 move to LA Galaxy to helping bring Lionel Messi to Inter Miami, is credited with transforming the sport's popularity in the country.
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BBC Reporters Name Their World Cup Standouts
BBC Sport reporters reflect on the 2026 World Cup, naming Lionel Messi as player of the tournament, Pau Cubarsi as breakout star, and Michael Olise's scissor-kick as a memorable moment. Rodi won the official Golden Ball award.
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Mbappe wins 2026 World Cup Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappe has won the Golden Boot at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player to win the award twice. He led Lionel Messi, Jude Bellingham, and Erling Haaland in the scoring race.
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Mbappe first to win Golden Boot twice as Rodri named best player
Kylian Mbappe became the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice, scoring 10 goals in 2026. Rodri won the Golden Ball as Spain swept other awards. Mbappe now holds the all-time men's World Cup scoring record with 22 goals.
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Heaton: World Cup error will make Lammens stronger
Tom Heaton believes Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens will emerge stronger after his costly error in Belgium's World Cup quarter-final loss to Spain. Heaton spoke to the 24-year-old, who was distraught after spilling a shot that led to Spain's winning goal.
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Bukayo Saka: Jude Bellingham told me to get hat-trick
Bukayo Saka revealed that Jude Bellingham encouraged him to score a hat-trick during a match. The comment came after Saka's standout performance.
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Mbappé: I Would Have Preferred Not to Be Top Scorer and Be in World
Kylian Mbappé said he would have preferred not to be the top scorer and instead be in the World Cup final, expressing his disappointment.
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Bukayo Saka Named Man of the Match for England vs France
Bukayo Saka has been officially named Man of the Match for the England-France match.