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World Cup 2026 winner odds: Predictions and betting analysis

With the knockout stage off and running, we assess the nations that could offer value in the Outright Winner market.

World Cup Golden Ball Power Rankings: Messi in at No.1

The 2026 World Cup is underway as those still in contention fight it out for the universally coveted trophy. While the collective prize is the main objective for all competitors, some are already making their claim as the best player of the entire tournament. Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe are currently the top candidates, but they face intense competition as we go further into the knockout rounds.

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Arsenal and Spain legend Cazorla announces retirement

Santi Cazorla has announced his retirement from professional football, ending a career that lasted more than 20 years. The former Arsenal and Spain midfielder signed off after helping boyhood club Real Oviedo return to La Liga last year, completing a memorable final chapter following one of football's greatest comeback stories.

Spain FIFA World Cup 2026 kits

A bold new look for La Roja: inside Spain’s striking 2026 World Cup shirts.

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Mbappe level with Messi

The 2026 World Cup is well underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long and winding road to be navigated as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL tracks the tournament's most prolific stars.

Messi & Mbappe the stars but Iniesta backs Yamal and Spain for glory

Andres Iniesta has backed Lamine Yamal to guide Spain to a second World Cup star, despite the teenager battling injury issues. Iniesta also highlighted the brilliance of Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe, who lead the scoring charts. Spain have progressed to face Austria, while France have already reached the last 16 in a highly unpredictable tournament.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
9	Sabah	24	5	8	11	29	44	-15	23	L W W D L
10	Brunei DPMM	24	6	5	13	30	57	-27	23	L L L D D
11	Melaka FC	24	4	7	13	18	45	-27	19	D L D L W
12	Kelantan The Real Warriors FC	24	4	3	17	17	63	-46	15	L L L L L
13	PDRM	24	2	5	17	17	79	-62	11	L D L L L

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