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Why Arsenal's move for Vinicius Jr is closer than anyone realises - and why it's still a huge risk

Don't be shocked if Arsenal pull off signing Vinicius Jr - the clues have been there for a while

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Ballon d’Or 2026 power rankings: Who leads the race after nominees announced?

Here’s how the top 10 contenders rank in the race to lift the Ballon d’Or in October

The Independent UK

Return of the Cosmos: New York's original club are back and looking to build on the World Cup and the legends of Pele, Franz Beckenbauer and Raul

Even Pele and Raul couldn’t keep the New York Cosmos from folding twice – FFT headed to the Big Apple to find out if the iconic club’s latest comeback will be different

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EA Sports FC 27 details major gameplay updates, from AI to set pieces

EA Sports has revealed a first look at FC 27 gameplay and of its new open world mode The Grounds.

The Independent UK

Ousmane Dembele in talks to leave Paris Saint-Germain: report

Ballon d'Or holder Ousmane Dembele could be about to depart PSG, with talks having begun over a move to Saudi Arabia

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Superb Spain worthy winners of FIFA World Cup dominated by superstar names

This World Cup, the first to feature 48 teams, had an average of 2.96 goals per game, making it the most prolific since 1970. Spain scored only 14 times in eight games, but they take the trophy home after silencing Lionel Messi and defeating a disappointing Argentina 1-0 at the…

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 awards including best player, goal, match and the unforgettable moments

What were some of the highlights and lowlights from a tournament that delivered plenty of drama?

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The Independent UK

Spain sweep World Cup 2026 awards with Rodri, Unai Simon and Pau Cubarsi

Rodri won the Golden Ball and Pau Cubarsi was crowned young player of the tournament after La Roja beat Argentina 1-0 in a tense final

The Independent UK

'Very unfair': Was Lionel Messi robbed of World Cup Golden Boot by Kylian Mbappe?

Wayne Rooney and Alan Shearer questioned credibility of France star’s latest strikes

Evening Standard

Spain vs Argentina LIVE: Spain celebrate World Cup final triumph after Ferran Torres hits winner against ten-man Argentina

The champions of Europe meet the champions of South America in New York/New Jersey

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Rodri denies Lionel Messi and claims World Cup Golden Ball as only Kylian Mbappe denies Spain clean sweep

Rodri has denied Lionel Messi a second successive Golden Ball after Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup Final

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Goals, technology and hydration breaks: How the biggest World Cup in history will be remembered

The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the largest in history with 48 teams, 104 matches and three host countries, concluded with Spain facing defending champions Argentina in the final after nearly six weeks of competition.

The Economic Times

England and France players lauded for praying together after World Cup thriller

England overcame France 6-4 in the bronze final, before players from both teams shared a moment together

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'I don't accept it': How France reacted to defeat in ten-goal England thriller as Man City star singled out

Media were unimpressed as Les Bleus shipped four before half-time

The Economic Times

Who won the last FIFA World Cup? Complete story of the 2022 final and Messi's crowning glory

Last FIFA World Cup trophy: As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final begins, fans are revisiting the unforgettable 2022 title clash between Argentina and France. Lionel Messi finally lifted the World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout, while Kylian Mbappe's historic hat-trick helped produce one of the…

The Economic Times

How Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi's dream, Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick, Emiliano Martinez's historic save and the greatest final football has ever seen

How Argentina Won the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Argentina secured the 2022 FIFA World Cup title after a thrilling final match. Lionel Messi finally achieved his lifelong dream of winning the coveted trophy. The game featured a dramatic comeback and a tense penalty shootout victory. Emiliano Martinez made a…

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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi's battle-hardened Argentina take on silky Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday as the first 48-team tournament in history reaches a climax in New Jersey.

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The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 all records so far: Top scorers, goals, assists, clean sheets and historic milestones

FIFA World Cup 2026 records so far: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen numerous records shattered across its expanded format. Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer and assist provider in men's World Cup history. Spain's Unai Simon set a new record for consecutive clean sheet minutes in goal.…

The Economic Times

Top scorer in FIFA World Cup 2026: Check who now leads the current and all-time World Cup scoring list

Kylian Mbappe has become the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer. He achieved this historic milestone after scoring two goals in a recent match. Mbappe now holds the record with twenty-two goals in twenty-two appearances. This places him ahead of Lionel Messi, who has twenty-one goals. Mbappe also leads the…

The Economic Times

Kylian Mbappe passes Lionel Messi for career World Cup scoring record with 22 goals

Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France in the third-place match. He surpassed Lionel Messi's career World Cup scoring record with his goals. Mbappe now holds the record for most career World Cup goals scored. He also leads the current tournament's Golden Boot race with ten goals. France ultimately lost their…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup Golden Boot 2026: Third-place playoff reshapes race as Lionel Messi falls behind

FIFA world cup golden boot 2026: Kylian Mbappe became the World Cup's all-time leading scorer and moved ahead of Lionel Messi. He scored twice in France's 6-4 defeat to England in the third-place playoff. Mbappe's brace took his tournament tally to ten goals, two more than Messi's eight. England built…

The Economic Times

Who won FIFA World Cup 2026 France vs England match? Third-place playoff delivers 10-goal World Cup classic

Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick as England defeated France 6-4 in a dramatic playoff match. England secured their best World Cup finish since winning the title in 1966. Kylian Mbappe scored twice for France, finishing the tournament with a record 10 goals. The high-scoring contest became the highest-scoring third-place playoff…

The Economic Times

FIFA toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close

The 2026 World Cup concluded as a triumph, overcoming initial concerns about high prices and geopolitical tensions. Thrilling football and a strong feel-good factor captivated fans across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Despite fears, the expanded 48-team format delivered exciting matches and unexpected results from debutants. Major stars like…

France 24

World Cup 2026: France's Mbappé becomes all-time tournament goalscorer

Kylian Mbappé made history at the World Cup by becoming the tournament's all-time leading goalscorer with 22 goals after his brace in France's third-place playoff against England. The French superstar surpassed Lionel Messi's previous record of 21 goals, cementing his legacy as one of football's greatest tournament performers.

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