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Last Dance: Legends playing at their final World Cup in '26

The 2026 World Cup is set to be a historic tournament, unlike any that have come before it. Expanded to 48 teams for the first time and spread across three countries - the United States, Canada and Mexico - it promises to be the biggest spectacle in the competition’s near-100-year history.

10 potential breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup

It's so close you can almost touch it. After years of build-up, the 2026 World Cup will kick-off on Thursday when co-hosts Mexico face off against South Africa in a repeat of the opening game from 2010. Over the next five-and-a-half weeks, records will be broken and legacies rewritten as a number of modern greats do battle to win the most recognisable trophy in all of sport.

Yamal & the NXGN wonderkids to watch at the World Cup

The World Cup is now just a few hours away, with teams currently making their final preparations for the tournament in North America. The stage is set for a whole host of players to make themselves national heroes, including some of the most exciting youngsters in the game today.

Why 2026 is the best managerial line up in World Cup history

The 2026 World Cup is almost upon us. Over the course of the next week, the time for talking will stop, and teams will have to prove their credentials with their performances on the pitch in North America. All roads, whether through the United States, Mexico or Canada, will lead to New Jersey on July 19, and the biggest football match on the planet: the World Cup final.

RANKED: Top 20 kits at the 2026 World Cup

There's just a few hours to go until the biggest show on earth gets underway, with the 2026 World Cup kicking off in Mexico City on Thursday. If you haven't already caught a serious case of World Cup fever, what better way to get in the mood than by checking out the very best kits that will be on show in North America this summer.

Palmer & the biggest stars to miss out on the World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is almost here. After years of build-up, dramatic qualifiers and numerous good - and bad - news stories surrounding FIFA's flagship finals, players and coaches from around the world are completing their last preparations after descending on the United States, Mexico and Canada for the biggest international football tournament to ever have been staged.

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World Cup ready? Why Gimenez struggled in goalless season

Santiago Gimenez failed to register a single Serie A goal for AC Milan during the 2025-26 campaign, with legendary Mexican striker Jared Borgetti explaining his fellow countryman’s struggles to GOAL. Despite enduring a tough time at club level, leading to inevitable transfer talk, the 25-year-old forward is still looking forward to starring at a home World Cup finals.

World Cup 2026 host cities, stadium venues & capacities

The United States, Canada and Mexico will split hosting duties at World Cup 2026, with 16 venues set to provide the backdrop to star-studded fixtures as FIFA’s flagship event heads back to the Americas for the first time since 1994

Inspiration for Messi, CR7? Milla, Klose among top aging WC stars

From Roger Milla to Peter Shilton, GOAL looks at some of the legendary performances from aging stars at World Cups

Jimenez milestone, Gutierrez rise: Five keys for Mexico’s WC opener

Mexico enter the World Cup opener unbeaten in 2026, with Raul Jimenez chasing a full-circle moment, Brian Gutierrez rising and Rafa Marquez’s role growing.

Bafana Predicted XI vs Mexico - Mofokeng benched, Modiba starts & Foster to redeem himself?

The stage is set for Hugo Broos' men to pen a new chapter in Mzansi folklore when they lock horns with Mexico at the iconic Estadio Azteca on Thursday evening. With the global showpiece finally upon them and the co-hosts standing in their way, Bafana will be eager to hit the ground running despite a tense build-up that has intensified the spotlight on their attacking department. Among those expected to shoulder the goalscoring burden is the former Orlando Pirates striker, with the 25-year-old tasked with leading the line and providing the cutting edge needed to fire Broos' charges to a dream start on the world stage.

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Reneilwe Letsholonyane of Matebele FC alongside Siphiwe Tshabalala

Bafana legend revisits Mexico opener pressure cooker - 'The experience was nerve-wracking'

As South Africa prepares to face Mexico in their 2026 FIFA World Cup opening fixture, former national team star Reneilwe Letsholonyane has shared his memories of the iconic 2010 clash between the two sides. The retired midfielder believes the current squad has the quality to produce a shock result against the tournament co-hosts in Estadio Azteca.

Mabizela's warning to Bafana star Mbokazi

Former Bafana and Tottenham Hotspur defender has issued a poignant warning to South Africa’s rising star ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. As the nation prepares for its Group A opener against Mexico, the legendary centre-back urged the youngster to prioritise discipline over the pitfalls that famously hampered his own career.

Ronwen Williams, Bafana Bafana, December 2025

Williams hails depth in Bafana shot-stoppers' ranks - 'We have a lot of talented goalkeepers'

The Bafana captain has issued a glowing assessment of South Africa's goalkeeping options as the nation prepares for its World Cup opener. The Mamelodi Sundowns star believes the country is finally reaping the rewards of a talented generation of netminders who have proven their worth on the domestic and continental stage.

Pienaar makes bold Bafana prediction against Mexico - 'I really think we will win 2-0'

The South African legend believes Hugo Broos' men are set to shock the world when they face Mexico in the opening match of the World Cup. The former Everton midfielder insists that the Mzansi side has what it takes to secure a historic result at the intimidating Estadio Azteca.

Letsholonyane assesses Bafana WC group - 'It is difficult and highly competitive'

The legendary midfielder has offered a sobering assessment of South Africa’s prospects at the World Cup. The former Kaizer Chiefs star believes that the diverse footballing cultures Hugo Broos’ side will encounter represent a massive hurdle for the national team.

Jessica Motaung and Kaizer Motaung Jr, Kaizer Chiefs

Motaung backs Bafana for World Cup opener

The Glamour Boys marketing director has called for national unity as South Africa prepares to face Mexico in the 2026 FIFA World Cup opener. Sixteen years after the historic 1-1 draw at Soccer City in 2010, Higo Broos' men find themselves back on the global stage facing a familiar foe in daunting circumstances.

Mexico vs South Africa predictions: Hosts to start with a bang

Three Mexico vs South Africa predictions for their opening World Cup clash on Thursday night, including value on the BTTS market.

adidas drops retro-inspired World Cup 2026 goalkeeper kits

Nostalgia is taking over the penalty box.

Relebohile Mofokeng and Oswin Appollis, Orlando Pirates

Lekoelea: Mofokeng, Appollis, & Moremi will leave Pirates after World Cup

Former Buccaneers midfielder Steve Lekoelea believes the trio of young Pirates stars are destined to leave for Europe following a successful season in which they proved themselves by winning the league and ensured they will get global exposure playing in the quadrennial tournament.

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Broos hails Sundowns influence on Bafana squad

The South Africa head coach has highlighted the vital role the Brazilians will play in the team’s campaign in North America. The Belgian tactician believes the continental experience gained at club level will be the driving force behind the national team's mentality at the global showpiece.

Broos warns Mexico that Bafana will 'fight like lions'

South Africa's head coach has warned his side that they must be at their absolute best to survive a hostile crowd and a good team when they step out to face El Tri on Thursday. After admitting he was impressed by the co-host's 5-1 demolition of Serbia in their most recent warm up match, he told the media that his team will be ready to fight for a result with everything they have.

Nkota 'hurt' by World Cup absence

The South Africa winger has opened up on the devastating blow of missing the upcoming global showpiece through injury. The Al Ettifaq attacker was set to be a key component of Hugo Broos' plans in North America before a physical setback forced him to undergo surgery.

McCarthy unhappy with Broos squad selection - ‘Coach knows what he’s done’

The South Africa legend has voiced his frustrations regarding the squad selection for the global showpiece. The nation’s record goalscorer, now coaching Kenya, believes several high-performing stars were unfairly overlooked for the tournament.

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