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World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

📽️ | Amad stuns Ecuador to end 12-year Ivory Coast wait

Amad Diallo proved to be the hero for Ivory Coast as his dramatic 90th-minute strike secured a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their 2026 World Cup opener. The Manchester United winger stepped off the bench to end the Elephants' 12-year wait for a win on the world stage while simultaneously snapping Ecuador's remarkable 19-game unbeaten streak.

Belgium vs Egypt FIFA World Cup 2026 Preview

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about Belgium vs Egypt at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Spain vs Cabo Verde: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

How to watch the World Cup match between Spain and Cabo Verde, as well as kick-off time and team news

Ivory Coast vs Ecuador: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

Catch up with Ivory Coast 1 Ecuador 0

Drab Dutch held despite Summerville moment of magic

The Netherlands conceded a late equaliser as they were held to a 2-2 draw by Japan in their opening game of the 2026 World Cup. Second-half strikes from Virgil van Dijk and Crysencio Summerville looked to have got the Oranje over the line, but they were pegged back on both occasions as Group F began in Dallas.