World Cup news

Kylian Mbappe believes that he would be a worthy recipient of the Ballon d’Or in 2023 after enjoying another memorable year with club and country.

Young footballers from around the world gathered in Istanbul for the Gatorade 5v5 Global Finals hoping to follow in the footsteps of previous winners

The U.S. remains kings of the region, but their ambition is now much bigger than being atop North American soccer

Christian Pulisic has explained the important lessons that the United States can take from their CONCACAF Nations League triumph.

A Chinese fan jumped from the stand to take in a mid-game hug with Lionel Messi and a high-five with Emiliano Martinez as Argentina faced Australia.

Former USMNT hero Alexi Lalas, who scored in the USA's famous 2-0 win over England, recalls the goal and looks ahead to the 2026 World Cup.

Pep Guardiola has likened Manchester City’s Treble triumph to Lionel Messi finally savouring World Cup glory with Argentina.

Timothy Weah has said that he wants Gregg Berhalter to return as United States coach amid the ongoing search for his replacement.

Lionel Messi has been immortalised in a spectacular mural at the Villa del Parque train station in Buenos Aires.

Richarlison has responded to Michail Antonio and Callum Wilson after they mocked his celebrations by asking how many World Cup goals they have scored.

Emiliano Martinez has opened up on Lionel Messi's transformation during the 2022 World Cup, describing him as a "bad boy" who "completed football".

Emiliano Martinez recollected the moment Lionel Messi hugged him after his heroics helped Argentina pip Netherlands in the World Cup quarter-final.

Emiliano Martinez admitted that at times he is like a child on the pitch and that prompted his unique dance against France in World Cup final.

Emiliano Martinez has claimed, with tongue in cheek, that he will look to lure Lionel Messi to Aston Villa with the promise of mate and roast dinners.

Al-Hilal star Ali Al-Bulayhi has joked that he will go into hiding if Lionel Messi joins the club, with the pair having clashed at the 2022 World Cup.

Folarin Balogun has pledged international allegiance to the United States, with Eric Wynalda claiming that “English arrogance” led him down that path.

New York and New Jersey have stepped up their bid to host the World Cup final in 2026, with preparations for the tournament now under way.