FIFA World Cup 2026
FIFA unveils fans' World Cup Best XI, Spain and France dominate
Three days after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, FIFA has announced the tournament's Best XI, as chosen by fans' votes. The team, set in a 4-3-3 formation, features three players each from world champions Spain and runners-up France. Argentina have two representatives, while England, Norway and Cape Verde have one player each.
FIFA president shares heartfelt message lauding Messi, Argentina after World Cup
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has paid tribute to Lionel Messi and the Argentina national team, praising their resilience, consistency and inspiring performances throughout the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
AFA denies reports US detained president Tapia after World Cup final
The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has strongly denied media reports claiming its president Claudio Tapia and treasurer Pablo Toviggino were detained and questioned by US authorities after the FIFA World Cup final.
FIFA World Cup through age of transistor: In conversation with screen legend Sohel Rana
Spending time with people who have lived through history is something almost magical about. Their stories are like forgotten doorways, opening onto worlds that no longer exist except in memory. Within them lie fragments of a golden era—moments swallowed by time, now resembling fairy tales to a generation born into smartphones, livestreams and social media.
Messi returns to Rosario after FIFA World Cup 2026 final defeat
Lionel Messi returned to his hometown on Tuesday (July 21) after a painful World Cup final loss against Spain.
FIFA cancels Leandro Paredes' red card
Although media outlets reported that Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes was shown a red card following a clash between players of both teams after Argentina's defeat to Spain in the World Cup final, FIFA later canceled it. FIFA stated that it was not the referee's decision; the red card had been mistakenly added to their information system and was subsequently corrected.
13-year-old boy killed in Spain during World Cup celebrations
A tragic accident in Spain has claimed the life of a 13-year-old boy during celebrations marking the country's 2026 FIFA World Cup victory. The incident occurred in the western town of Ciudad Rodrigo when a portion of a historic fountain collapsed, leaving two others injured.
Argentina returns home without Messi
The Argentina national football team is quietly returning home following their defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. However, several key members of the squad, including captain Lionel Messi, are not returning with the team.
Yamal, Rodri return home with World Cup trophy
The players of the Spain national football team have returned home after winning the FIFA World Cup. A special Iberia Airlines flight carrying Lamine Yamal, Rodri, and their teammates landed at Madrid's Barajas Airport on Monday (July 20).
Nico Paz shares emotional post after World Cup final loss
Argentina's dreams of securing consecutive world titles were shattered following a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Amid the heartbreak, Spanish-born Argentine midfielder Nico Paz shared an emotional message on social media, promising to give his all to bring the golden trophy back to Argentina in the future.