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July 05, 2026
Teen titan and late bloomer: Why Bouaddi, Undav are the breakout stars at FIFA World Cup 2026
Teenage Moroccan prodigy Ayyoub Bouaddi took the World Cup by storm, combining on-field dominance with off-field academic brilliance, while Germany’s Deniz Undav overcame years of adversity to become a symbol of hope for his community
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July 04, 2026
Argentina survive Cabo Verde scare: Wonder goal, penalty shout and other talking points | FIFA World Cup 2026
Defending World Champions Argentina needed extra time and a slice of luck to beat the African minnows 3-2 after a stunning goal by Sidny Lopes Cabral
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June 24, 2026
Which of Cristiano Ronaldo's 10 World Cup goals is the best? THE WEEK ranks them all
Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup goals showcase his goal-scoring prowess, with each strike marking a moment in his legendary career. Our ranking breaks down all 10 of his goals, from de Gea's error to a historic free-kick
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June 21, 2026
The Bielsa effect: Tracing Argentine football's influence at World Cup 2026
Six teams at the World Cup are managed by Argentine coaches, and as Lionel Scaloni looks to script unprecedented glory for the national team, the man blocking his way could be the most influential Argentine coach of all time
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June 17, 2026
From tap-ins to timeless brilliance: Ranking Lionel Messi’s 16 World Cup goals
The Argentine captain scored a hat-trick as his team won their opener against Algeria 3-0
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June 14, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Under Messi, Argentina's ‘iron generation’ eyes football supremacy
Argentina arrive better than they were four years ago, having achieved what even Diego Maradona’s team could not
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June 14, 2026
The diaspora dream: How Indian-origin players are shaping the World Cup landscape
From one in the 2006 World Cup to four in 2026, Indian-origin players are making the world their stage
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June 12, 2026
EXPLAINED: Why Mexico need to top Group A to carry home advantage to knockouts
Cesar Montes will miss Mexico’s all-important group stage contest against South Korea due to suspension, and is likely to be replaced by Edson Alvarez
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June 09, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi, the ‘Algerian Messi’ and the ‘Jordanian Messi’ meet in Group J; a look at best players
Three of the teams are more used to the heat than Austria, but Ralf Rangnick’s team will still go for the kill in hopes of suffocating them early
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June 07, 2026
Who will step into Morocco's giant-killing shoes this year? | FIFA World Cup 2026 dark horses
Japan and Ecuador lead an extraordinary line-up of dark horses, with Morocco's success at Qatar 2022 setting a new benchmark
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June 07, 2026
From favourites to fiascos at the World Cup
The World Cup has always punished certainty. Three cases from history
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June 06, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Iran hopes to battle it out in knockouts, but will war play spoilsport?
On paper, Iran are best placed of all the Middle Eastern sides to advance to the knockout stages, but the squad will need to overcome the impact of the war that has hampered their preparation
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June 06, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: From Jeremy Doku to Mohamed Salah, a look at the best players of Group G
The much-improved Manchester City winger is expected to star for Belgium. Others in the group are depending on ageing stars, who are still capable of delivering for the national team
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June 05, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Virgil van Dijk to Viktor Gyokeres, a look at the best players of Group F
Japan could top the group ahead of the Netherlands in what is certain to be an intriguing dynamic. The players offer an exciting mix of skill and steel
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May 31, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026: Raul Jimenez to Patrik Schick, a look at best players of Group A teams
South Korean midfielder Lee Kang-in, and Czechia's prolific striker Patrik Schick are among the players who will be key to their respective team's chances in the tournament
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May 31, 2026
FIFA's billion-dollar gamble: Is the 2026 World Cup priced out of reach for fans?
2026 World Cup accessibility is a stark contrast to the 1994 tournament, with rising ticket prices, dynamic pricing, and visa hurdles creating significant barriers for many fans
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May 30, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Jordan and Iraq set to fight for group-stage survival
Drawn into tough groups, Jordan and Iraq aim for one result and the football community’s respect
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May 23, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Saudi Arabia, Qatar will hope to do more than just make up the numbers
In 2026, the 2022 hosts are vying to prove it belongs at this stage; the 2034 host looks to bolster its ‘spirited underdog’ credentials
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May 22, 2026
England World Cup squad announcement: Making sense of Tuchel's selections as Foden, Palmer miss out
Not taking left-back Lewis Hall could prove to be a bigger mistake than the omission of any higher-profile player.
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May 16, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Can Egypt change its 'unwanted' record this time?
Egypt have never won a game at the tournament in three previous appearances and Mohamed Salah is gearing up to change this unwanted record in what is likely his last World Cup
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May 09, 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 preview: Can Morocco, Algeria and Tunisia turn tenacity into results?
The three sides from the Maghreb share a coastline and a passion for football, but will come to the World Cup with different expectations
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April 14, 2026
Can Bruno Fernandes break the record for most assists in a single Premier League season?
The Manchester United captain is on 17 assists, chasing the record figure of 20 with six games left
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April 11, 2026
Can Italy rebuild its footballing legacy? The tumultuous history of the Azzurri
Italy missing a third consecutive World Cup is no mystery—false dawns have hidden the structural decline in its football ecosystem for too long
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April 11, 2026
Will Saudi league top scorer Ivan Toney’s move cost him a World Cup medal?
The former Premier League star is the world’s second best English striker at the moment, but he is unlikely to be Harry Kane’s backup at the tournament
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April 01, 2026
Three mistakes that cost Italy FIFA World Cup qualification yet again
Gianluigi Donnarumma deciding to be an ordinary goalkeeper and Alessandro Bastoni's avoidable red card challenge contributed to the 2006 champions failing to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup
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