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World Cup Golden Boot standings: Messi trails Mbappe

The 2026 World Cup is in its final stages and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With only three of the original 48 nations left in the tournament, which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Five things Rafa Márquez must get right as Mexico's new manager

The El Tri legend inherits renewed belief, an emerging generation and enormous expectations. From defining Gilberto Mora’s role to deciding Edson Álvarez’s future, here is what Márquez must do to move Mexico forward.

10 stars of the World Cup set for summer transfers

The World Cup has a remarkable ability to completely alter the course of careers. There is no grander stage in the game, meaning impressive performances garner the kind of acclaim and attention that is simply not possible in any other arena. Consequently, the transfer market tends to go wild in and around World Cups, as clubs scramble to snap up previously hidden gems or suddenly established stars.

World Cup 2026 host cities, stadium venues & capacities

The United States, Canada and Mexico will split hosting duties at World Cup 2026, with 16 venues set to provide the backdrop to star-studded fixtures as FIFA’s flagship event heads back to the Americas for the first time since 1994

Ex-Barcelona defender takes over as new Mexico boss

Rafael Marquez has been announced as the new manager of the Mexico national team following the departure of Javier Aguirre. The succession takes effect immediately after Mexico were eliminated from the World Cup by England on Sunday, allowing the former defender to begin preparing the squad for the 2030 tournament with a focus on integrating young talent and rebuilding.

Jordan Henderson vows to stay at World Cup despite arm injury

Brian Henderson has opened up about the horrifying arm injury his son Jordan Henderson suffered during England's dramatic 3-2 victory over Mexico at the World Cup. Despite requiring surgery and a cast after falling over the advertising hoardings during wild post-match celebrations, the dedicated midfielder is determined to remain with the squad for the rest of the tournament.