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World Cup Golden Ball Power Rankings: Rodri pips Messi & Mbappe

The 2026 World Cup has reached its conclusion, with Spain emerging triumphant as they captured another global title. A memorable tournament in North America saw superstar performers from every corner of the planet take centre stage. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham all illuminated proceedings, but Rodri signed off with the best player prize.

Mbappe, Rodri & GOAL's Team of the 2026 World Cup

After five weeks, a record 104 matches played and 308 goals scored, the 2026 World Cup is officially over. From a purely footballing perspective, FIFA's biggest tournament of all time did not disappoint, with 48 teams doing battle across three host countries and the vast expanse of North America. And when 46 of those nations had been whittled away, only the top two ranked teams on the planet remained: Spain and Argentina.

Paredes branded a 'disgrace' after 'embarrassing' World Cup final behaviour

Several British television pundits have fiercely condemned the unsavoury post-match behaviour of Leandro Paredes following Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain in New Jersey. The tense fixture boiled over completely at the final whistle, with Paredes ultimately being shown a red card for his part in the ugly scenes.

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Yamal has 'completed football' at 19! Spain winger hailed after World Cup win

Lamine Yamal received glowing praise after helping Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the World Cup final. The 19-year-old produced another composed display on football's biggest stage, with former England goalkeeper Joe Hart claiming the Barcelona winger had "completed football" after adding a World Cup winners' medal to his European Championship triumph.

Messi breaks down in tears after World Cup final defeat to Spain

Lionel Messi was left inconsolable at MetLife Stadium as Argentina's quest for back-to-back world titles ended in a shattering extra-time defeat to Spain. The 39-year-old legend, appearing in his sixth World Cup, could not find the inspiration needed to overcome a dominant Spain side, and broke down in tears as the result sank in.

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Argentina turn backs on Spain World Cup trophy lift in 'classless' act

Argentina’s players have been branded "classless" and an "embarrassment" after turning their backs on Spain during the World Cup trophy presentation. Following a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat in extra-time, Lionel Messi and his team-mates refused to watch as their opponents celebrated at the New York/New Jersey Stadium.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
9	Spirit FC	24	9	4	11	28	30	-2	31	L W D W L
10	Manly United	24	8	7	9	25	29	-4	31	D W W D W
11	Western Sydney Wanderers FC Youth	24	8	5	11	45	39	6	29	L L W D L
12	SD Raiders FC	24	8	5	11	33	41	-8	29	W L L L W
13	Blacktown City FC	24	6	7	11	33	39	-6	25	W W D L L