Grading FIFA's changes to the World Cup, from expa...
Now that the World Cup is over, let's evaluate all the things that FIFA did differently. Which new features earned A's, and which ones were utter flops?
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Sources: Real Madrid still interested in Rodri
A move from Real Madrid to sign Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri can no longer be completely ruled out, multiple sources have told ESPN.
Norway FA chief: FIFA must admit Balogun 'error'
The president of the the Norwegian Football Federation (NFF) said she will ask her board to pursue a formal ethics complaint over the suspension of Folarin Balo...
Denver Summit stadium won't be ready to start '28
Denver Summit FC's new permanent stadium near downtown will not be ready for the start of the 2028 NWSL season as originally planned.
Record WC betting in U.S. like '10 Super Bowls'
Sportsbooks and technology providers across the United States sports betting industry report that this year's World Cup produced record handle for a soccer tour...
Wrexham Women earn historic win in UWCL debut
Wrexham Women made history by beating FC Pyunik 4-2 in their first ever European fixture to book a spot in the Women's Champions League third-round qualifiers.
Lewandowski: Didn't see best Yamal at World Cup
Robert Lewandowski praised Lamine Yamal for helping Spain win the FIFA World Cup despite not playing his best football during the tournament due to injury.
Messi told Yamal to 'go his own way' after final
Lionel Messi encouraged Lamine Yamal "to go his own way" in the immediate aftermath of Spain's win over Argentina in the World Cup final.
Spain stars awarded tomatoes for World Cup win
World Cup winners Fabián Ruiz and Gavi have received their weight in tomatoes from their hometown after helping Spain win the competition for a second time.
Spain's Gavi: Don't punish Argentina for fracas
Spain midfielder Gavi said he believes Argentina players should not be punished by FIFA for their actions after Sunday's World Cup final.
10 transfer storylines you may have missed during ...
The 2026 World Cup has hogged the spotlight for the past six weeks, but club transfers were ongoing throughout. Here's some things you might not have seen.
World Cup musings: Argentina let down Messi; Engla...
Now that the dust has settled on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, what better time for Gabriele Marcotti to pause and reflect on what we've seen?
Top of the world: How Spain build its historic dom...
It's no coincidence that Spain are the first nation to hold both the men's and women's World Cups simultaneously. It's been a generation in the making.
World Cup final tops 60M viewers in North America
A lot of things went right during this summer's World Cup, including record viewership numbers in North America for Spain's 1-0 win over Argentina in Sunday's f...
Messi in Rosario to rest after WCup final loss
Lionel Messi arrived back in Rosario, Argentina, on Tuesday for a few days of rest following the World Cup final loss to Spain.
Martínez hints about Argentina future after WC
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is considering his international future after suffering the heartache of World Cup final defeat.
Tebas blasts FIFA, calls on Infantino to resign
LaLiga president Javier Tebas warned that expanding the World Cup to 64 teams would represent the continuing destruction of the football industry under FIFA pre...
Fernández breaks silence after WCup heartbreak
Argentina's Enzo Fernández has said wearing his country's shirt is the "greatest honour" for him and has pledged to keep giving everything for the team followin...
CONMEBOL boss: Next WCup will have 64 teams
The president of CONMEBOL has said on social media that the 2030 World Cup will be a "64-team tournament."
How will the 2026 World Cup be remembered? Ranking...
Every World Cup has one enduring legacy. 2022 was Messi's win. 2018 was Mbappe's breakout. What will 2026 be remembered for?
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