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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

'That's his job isn't it? - Keane hits out at 'over the top' Tuchel praise

Roy Keane has firmly dismissed the glowing praise directed at Thomas Tuchel following England's dramatic 4-2 World Cup victory over Croatia in Group L. While several players lauded the manager for an inspiring half-time team talk that seemed to change the game, Keane insists Tuchel was merely fulfilling the basic requirements of his role and believes the reaction has been entirely blown out of proportion.

FIFA changes policy after Tuchel complaint

Thomas Tuchel has successfully persuaded FIFA to alter its pre-match media guidelines following a frustrating experience during his tournament debut in Texas. The England head coach complained that a dense wall of press photographers completely obstructed his view of the players during the national anthems, prompting football's governing body to launch an immediate tactical compromise.

Singing Oasis at Rodeos, Cowboy hats - England fans go full Texas

England fans came to Texas for the Three Lions' World Cup opener. They found rodeos, pickup trucks, cowboy hats, Oasis sing-alongs, and a tournament experience unlike any they’ve had before.

Ferdinand picks out England's 'only genuinely world-class player'

Rio Ferdinand has claimed that England possess just one "genuinely world-class player" in their ranks despite the wealth of talent available to Thomas Tuchel. The Manchester United legend made the assessment following the Three Lions' impressive 4-2 victory over Croatia in their 2026 World Cup opener on Wednesday.

'Sometimes I deserve it' - Bellingham gives honest response to his critics

Jude Bellingham admitted that sometimes he "deserves" the criticism that comes his way after starring in England's 4-2 win over Croatia at the 2026 World Cup. The Real Madrid star was among the scorers as the Three Lions began their group stage campaign in style, and after the final whistle, he took the opportunity to address the scrutiny he has faced in recent months.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
8	Kongsvinger 2	11	4	2	5	22	26	-4	14	L L L W L
9	Stroemsgodset 2	11	4	2	5	21	26	-5	14	L D L L W
10	Skjervoey	11	4	2	5	18	26	-8	14	L L W D W
11	Skjetten	11	3	2	6	21	25	-4	11	D W L L L
12	Bossekop	11	2	2	7	19	35	-16	8	W D L L L

World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings: Messi & David lead

'That's his job isn't it? - Keane hits out at 'over the top' Tuchel praise

FIFA changes policy after Tuchel complaint

Singing Oasis at Rodeos, Cowboy hats - England fans go full Texas

Ferdinand picks out England's 'only genuinely world-class player'

'Sometimes I deserve it' - Bellingham gives honest response to his critics

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