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Spain midfielder Gavi believes Argentina's Leandro Paredes should not be suspended for his role in the post-match confrontation following the World Cup final. FIFA has opened an investigation into the incident, which involved several Argentina players and an assistant coach.
FIFA highlights all 43 goals from outside the penalty area at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi broke the record for most long-range goals in tournament history, while Jurgen Klinsmann noted a doubling of such goals compared to 2022.
FIFA has presented Lego trophies to all Spanish players. The video shows the recipients of the unique awards.
The 2026 World Cup was a tournament of conflicting emotions, blending entertaining but forgettable matches with a few epics. Its main legacy may be the non-football precedents set by FIFA, raising concerns for the future of the sport.
Michelle Akers and Kylian Mbappé are the only two players to score double figures at a World Cup, highlighting their remarkable achievements.
Fifa has launched a disciplinary investigation into the ugly scenes that followed the World Cup final, where Argentina players and staff clashed with Spain after a 1-0 defeat. The probe could lead to suspensions and fines for individuals and the Argentine Football Association.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has floated the idea of a 64-team World Cup for 2030, citing opportunities for smaller nations. The proposal, backed by South America's CONMEBOL, faces opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC. Critics warn it could dilute competition quality.
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.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium. Ferran Torres scored the only goal, securing Spain's second World Cup title.
A former assistant referee at two World Cups dismisses claims that FIFA favours Lionel Messi and Argentina, asserting that officials operate independently and without bias. He warns that such accusations lead to abuse against referees and their families.
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.
The men's World Cup final has been staged in 16 cities across 11 countries since 1930. Can you name them all? Test your knowledge ahead of Sunday's showpiece.
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.
US President Donald Trump criticized England's tactics in their World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina, questioning why Harry Kane was used in a defensive role. Trump also discussed his lobbying of FIFA to overturn Folarin Balogun's red card suspension, sparking controversy over political interference.
FIFA generated a record $7.6bn from Qatar 2022 and expects even higher revenue from the expanded 48-team 2026 tournament. While broadcasters and sponsors profit from massive viewership, fans face soaring ticket prices, dynamic pricing, and inflated travel costs.
Around 7,000 tickets remain available for Saturday's World Cup bronze medal match between England and France in Miami. The game has not sold out as of Friday, with discounted tickets on resale platforms. Sunday's final also has unsold tickets, including some priced at nearly $33,000.
FIFA will present World Cup rings to the winners of Sunday's final between Argentina and Spain, a tradition borrowed from American sports. US President Donald Trump, who will attend the match, has been at the center of controversy after intervening in a red card review for US striker Folarin Balogun.
Jude Bellingham slapped Argentina substitute Valentin Barco on the back of the head after England's 2-1 World Cup semi-final defeat. The incident sparked a melee and could lead to FIFA disciplinary action, though the force used was negligible.
Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after players displayed a banner claiming the Falkland Islands for Argentina following their World Cup semi-final win over England. The incident has sparked political reactions, with Downing Street and UK politicians calling for investigation.
Pedro Porro has been officially named FIFA Man of the Match for Spain in the World Cup semi-final.
