World Cup news

The forward's controversial extra-time strike made him a national hero, but it did not go down well with his club side, Perugia

Almost 30 years ago, a beloved Colombian star was brutally killed in his hometown - this is his story

The ex-Leeds and RB Leipzig boss waited for the right job at the right time, and will now coach at a Copa America and World Cup

Anya Taylor-Joy forms part of Lionel Messi’s celebrity fan club, with the Furiosa and Peaky Blinders actor hoping to meet with the Inter Miami icon.

Former USA star Alexi Lalas pointed out what 'success' would mean for the USMNT at the upcoming Olympics.

Lionel Messi has paid tribute to the legendary former Argentina and Barcelona manager Cesar Luis Menotti, who has died at the age of 85.

Argentina are hoping to see Lionel Messi become “eternal”, with Exequiel Palacios eager to avoid any discussion regarding potential retirement dates.

Juan Sebastian Veron has lifted the lid on Lionel Messi’s first team talk as Argentina captain, with the all-time great getting “stuck” at one point.

Jose Mourinho has pinpointed the moment that football was no longer the “most important thing” for Paul Pogba, as he serves a four-year doping ban.

Some players are known to have pockmarked garments when they play - GOAL explains why

Jason Kelce has been urged by brother Travis not to “sh*t on MLS” after likening Lionel Messi at Inter Miami to Michael Jordan on the golf course.

Dele Alli has revealed the daily “reminder” that helps him to chase a 2026 World Cup dream, while also looking for another Premier League transfer.

Any decision on Lionel Messi’s involvement at the 2026 World Cup is likely to be made on a “game by game” basis, claims Argentina coach Roberto Ayala.

Diego Maradona “was a dancer” while Lionel Messi is “a machine”, with ex-Argentina international Diego Valeri saying the two should not be compared.

Enzo Fernandez says he has yet to show his full potential for Chelsea, but is working hard to get back to the form that made him a World Cup winner.

They are perennial foes when it comes to glory, but who comes out on top in the disciplinary table?

The Dutchman has been scoring freely for his country ever since opening his account in 2014