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World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi & David lead

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

WC26 Power Rankings: Messi powers Argentina to top spot

The first round of 2026 World Cup group-stage fixtures is in the books, and the tournament has gotten off to a flyer. Despite a lack of eye-catching fixtures on paper in the new, expanded format, there have been thrills and spills aplenty, with all the big names showing up for their respective countries on football's biggest stage. Well, almost all of them.

Ghana v Panama: Group L - FIFA World Cup 2026

Semenyo named Player of the Match as Ghana edges past Panama

Antoine Semenyo played a decisive role as Ghana snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama at the death. Caleb Yirenkyi's 95th-minute winner secured all three points for the Black Stars, who moved level with England at the top of World Cup Group L ahead of a crucial showdown between the two nations.

Panama vs Croatia FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of Panama vs Croatia at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

Thomas Partey on the hunt for new club as Villarreal make decision on ex-Arsenal midfielder

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to become a free agent this summer after Villarreal decided against extending his contract. The Liga club have opted not to trigger the 12-month extension clause in his deal. The Ghana international, currently facing trial in the UK over serious allegations, will now be forced to search for a new team ahead of next season.

From kafta to steak: NYC's final World Cup food guide

From Algeria's seafood platters to Argentina's famed steakhouses, GOAL's final NYC World Cup food guide explores fan favorites from Groups J, K and L.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
14	Shenavarsazi Qeshm	29	6	9	14	13	28	-15	27	W L L L D
15	Kara Gostar	29	7	7	15	11	32	-21	25	D L W L W
16	Navad Urmia	28	4	12	12	15	30	-15	24	D L L D L
17	Shahrdari Nowshahr	29	5	12	12	15	24	-9	24	D L D L D
18	Damash	29	2	10	17	13	46	-33	13	L L L L W

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi & David lead

WC26 Power Rankings: Messi powers Argentina to top spot

Semenyo named Player of the Match as Ghana edges past Panama

Panama vs Croatia FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Thomas Partey on the hunt for new club as Villarreal make decision on ex-Arsenal midfielder

From kafta to steak: NYC's final World Cup food guide

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