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World Cup 2026 Golden Boot standings

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

Inside Brazil's Main Training Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026

Klopp criticises 'tactically poor' World Cup opener

Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has slammed the opening match of the 2026 World Cup as "tactically poor" despite co-hosts Mexico securing a 2-0 win over South Africa. The Red Bull Global Head of Soccer highlighted glaring defensive frailties and a bizarre flurry of red cards that marred the showpiece event at the Azteca Stadium.

How to buy Mexico World Cup 2026 tickets

World Cup fever is hitting Mexico and you could be there to see how the co-hosts perform

Violent clashes mar Mexico's World Cup opening match

Violent clashes erupted outside the Estadio Azteca on Thursday night, marring the opening match of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City. Riot police deployed tear gas after coming under attack from projectiles, overshadowing co-hosts Mexico's subsequent victory on the pitch as long-standing local political tensions spilled over into the tournament's security perimeter.

Quiñones makes World Cup statement, Montes baffles with red card

Mexico made history in their World Cup opener, but Cesar Montes’ red card left a sour note. GOAL breaks down the winners and losers from El Tri’s 2-0 win.

Mexico v Paraguay - International Friendly

Where to watch Mexico next?

Find out where to watch the Mexico national team throughout FIFA World Cup 2026.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	النصر	34	28	2	4	91	28	63	86	W D W L W
2	الهلال	34	25	9	0	85	27	58	84	W W D W W
3	الأهلي	34	25	6	3	71	25	46	81	W W W W W
4	القادسية	34	23	8	3	83	34	49	77	W W W W W
5	الاتحاد	34	16	7	11	55	48	7	55	L L W W D