World Cup news

Harry Kane has cemented his status as a Three Lions legend after officially surpassing Gary Lineker to become England's all-time leading goalscorer in World Cup history. The Bayern Munich marksman reached the historic milestone during a 2-0 victory over Panama, continuing his relentless pursuit of football's most prestigious individual records.

Canada have reached uncharted territory, and Davies' uncertain role looms over everything as Jesse Marsch manages his return with knockout stakes and questions rising.

If this is Lionel Messi’s final World Cup, he seems determined to leave with every attacking record he can. The Argentina icon became the first player in tournament history to score in seven straight games, icing a closer-than-expected 3-1 win over a determined Jordan side. Manager Lionel Scaloni also found more attacking answers, with Giovani Lo Celso and Lautaro Martínez joining in the scoring.

Comprehensive match preview of Ivory Coast vs Norway at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this round of 32 clash in Texas.

Comprehensive match preview of Germany vs Paraguay at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this round of 32 clash in Massachusetts.

Portugal helped Colombia make history, but not the kind either side wanted. In one of the priciest matches of the group stage at a sweltering Miami Stadium, Los Cafeteros played the first 0-0 World Cup match in their 100-year history - and Portugal deserved plenty of blame after wasting several clear-cut chances against their South American opponent.

Don’t miss your chance of seeing England in World Cup action, where they’ll be playing and who against

Jude Bellingham was the star of the show as England secured top spot in Group L at the 2026 World Cup with a 2-0 win over Panama on Saturday. The midfielder broke the deadlock shortly after the hour mark before assisting Harry Kane soon after as Thomas Tuchel's side produced an otherwise uninspiring display despite the positive result.

GOAL breaks down the lessons learned from the first three games of the World Cup

Speaking with GOAL, USWNT forward Mallory Swanson opened up on supporting the USMNT in person and the growing bond between the U.S. national teams.

Teams have started qualifying for the Round of 32 - and here's everything you need to know

Nathan Saliba and Luc De Fougerolles boosted their stock, while Jesse Marsch and Tajon Buchanan face questions as Canada prepare for the World Cup knockout rounds.

Argentina take on Cabo Verde next in the World Cup. Here’s how you can secure your tickets

Lionel Scaloni has confirmed Lionel Messi will start on the bench for Argentina's final group-stage match after qualification was already secured. The head coach wants to manage his captain's workload while giving other members of the squad an opportunity to impress before the knockout stages.

Erling Haaland has defended Stale Solbakken's controversial decision to rest several key players in Norway's heavy defeat to France, insisting the result would not have changed. The striker believes the rotation policy leaves Norway in a stronger position for the knockout stages despite widespread criticism.

Sweden manager Graham Potter has revealed his excitement ahead of a dream World Cup round-of-32 encounter against heavyweights France in New Jersey. The former Chelsea coach acknowledged the immense challenge of facing a star-studded Bleus squad but insists his side are looking forward to orchestrating a massive tournament shock.

France take on Sweden next in the World Cup. Here’s how you can secure your tickets