France head coach Didier Deschamps has spoken candidly about the emotional toll of his mother’s passing during the World Cup. The legendary tactician took a brief leave of absence from the squad to be with his family before making a quick return to lead Les Bleus into the knockout stages.
Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has revealed exactly why Neymar remained an unused substitute during the Selecao's dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against Japan. Despite the Santos superstar warming up in front of a captivated Houston crowd, he was sent back to the bench as the game reached its climax.
Gabriel Martinelli was left speechless after his dramatic stoppage-time strike completed a tense comeback for Brazil against Japan. The Arsenal forward kept his cool in the dying embers of the game to ensure the Selecao avoided a monumental World Cup upset in Texas.
Japan midfielder Kaishu Sano has delivered a sobering assessment of the Samurai Blue's World Cup exit, insisting that performing well is no substitute for winning after a dramatic knockout defeat to Brazil. Despite a valiant effort that saw them push the South American giants to the limit, the 2026 World Cup journey ended in heartbreak for Hajime Moriyasu's side.
France head coach Didier Deschamps has launched a passionate defence of Kylian Mbappe, insisting the forward is currently on a single-minded mission to lead Les Bleus to further glory. The Real Madrid star has been the focal point of the French national team as they prepare for the high-stakes knockout rounds of the World Cup.
Enzo Maresca’s tenure at Manchester City has been hit by a significant setback before he has even overseen a competitive fixture, with midfield lynchpin Rodri set to undergo surgery. The Spanish international is carrying a mystery injury and is expected to miss the opening weeks of the 2026-27 campaign.
Casemiro and Gabriel Martinelli got the goals as Brazil came from behind to beat Japan 2-1 in Houston to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup. The five-time champions appeared to be heading for an embarrassingly early exit after falling behind to a terrific first-half strike from Kaishu Sano, who found the bottom corner of Alisson Becker's net with a low shot after pouncing on a misplaced pass from Danilo.
Michael Olise has emerged as one of the standout performers of the World Cup, cementing his status as one of global football's elite talents. Following an exceptional domestic campaign with Bayern Munich, the French international is now seeking clarity regarding his role at the Allianz Arena as heavyweight interest continues to mount.
MUNDIAL and Sad Boyz Clothing revisit No Era Penal with a limited-edition tee and new documentary exploring Mexico’s most infamous World Cup heartbreak.
England captain Harry Kane is set to commit his long-term future to Bayern Munich after deciding to reject interest from Barcelona. The prolific striker has informed the Catalan giants that he is settled in Germany and has no intention of seeking a move away from the Allianz Arena.
Gary Lineker has named France as the outright favourites to win the World Cup, insisting that there is no manager in international football better suited to lifting the trophy than Didier Deschamps. The former England striker praised the leadership of the Les Bleus boss while simultaneously hitting out at FIFA for a controversial decision regarding the French national team.
Julian Nagelsmann has delivered a blunt assessment of the pressure surrounding the German national team as they prepare for a high-stakes World Cup knockout clash against Paraguay. Following a disappointing group-stage finale against Ecuador, the head coach is refusing to let external noise distract from the task at hand in Boston.
Just three games into the 2026 World Cup, England find themselves shorn of all three of their named options at right-back, making what was once an abundant area of the pitch for the Three Lions a real problem position at the worst possible time. Reece James, Tino Livramento and Jarell Quansah are all out injured, and Thomas Tuchel is now under significant scrutiny for some bizarre selection calls.
Arsenal striker Gabriel Jesus has openly fuelled intense speculation linking him with a summer move to Juventus and AC Milan, confessing to a childhood dream of playing in Italy. Breaking his silence after being dropped by Brazil for the World Cup, the 29-year-old delivered a remarkably honest assessment of his campaign, admitting he fully agreed with Carlo Ancelotti's decision.
MUNDIAL release No Era Penal, a film celebrating the magic and passion of Mexican football fandom. Taking the infamous 'No Era Penal' (It wasn't a penalty) saying from the 2014 World Cup as a starting point, the film delves deep into Mexico's love for the game, the World Cup, and its elusive mission to reach La Quinto Partido, the fifth game of the World Cup. Featuring Raúl Jiménez, Miguel Herrera, Rey Mysterio and more, it's a wild, wild ride!
Alexander Isak remains a “magical player”, former Sweden international Stefan Schwarz has told GOAL, with the Liverpool striker being told what he needs in order to prove as much at Anfield. With a record-breaking price tag hanging around his neck, the former Newcastle frontman endured an injury-ravaged debut campaign on Merseyside that delivered just four goals.
The Golden Boot may not always lead to team success, but the race for the individual award this summer might be one of the most compelling in recent memory
Arsenal striker Viktor Gyokeres has broken his silence regarding his future at the club following reports that the club could use him as a makeweight to sign Atletico Madrid star Julian Alvarez. The Sweden international enjoyed a title-winning debut season in north London but now finds his place under scrutiny as Mikel Arteta looks to evolve his attacking options.
Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has officially been named the new captain of Ecuador after Enner Valencia made the shock decision to step down from the role mid-tournament. The veteran striker handed over the armband in an emotional ceremony following the nation's successful progression to the 2026 World Cup knockout stages.
Former Manchester United striker Diego Forlan has delivered a blunt critique of Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming the legendary forward is currently a hindrance to Portugal’s World Cup ambitions. Despite leading his nation into the knockout stages, the 41-year-old’s performances have sparked debate among pundits and former colleagues alike.
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