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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already set records for being the grandest tournament to date – most host nations,…

Lionel Messi’s magical feet, Cristiano Ronaldo’s acrobatic finishes, Lamine Yamal’s exploits on the wing and Kylian Mbappe’s sensational speed.The wait…

Published On 7 Jun 20267 Jun 2026Lionel Messi sat out Argentina’s friendly match against Honduras as he continues to manage…

It was the sort of friendly that could easily have slipped from memory.Played early in the season against Kazakhstan, who…

This article is part of the Guardian’s 2026 World Cup Experts’ Network, a cooperation between some of the best media…

McTominay got the second and Adams the third and fourth following fine work from Ben Gannon-Doak, who was another positive…

Tuchel has to take his own share of responsibility for this situation, having made some experimental selections leading up to…

“I think a medal of some sort will come. I pray and hope that it is the gold one.” Ally…

Africa’s performance at World Cups peaked at Qatar 2022 when Morocco became the first side from the continent to reach…

Previous World Cup appearances: 16Best performance: Winners (2010)First appearance: 1934 (Italy)Top goal scorer: David Villa (9)Most appearances: Sergio Busquets, Iker…