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World Cup Golden Boot standings: History-making Mbappe tops Messi

The 2026 World Cup is over, and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. With the expanded 48-nation tournament coming to a close, following a month of thrilling action in North America, which star has taken home the illustrious award? Here, GOAL lists the tournament's most prolific performers.

South Korea president fumes at World Cup exit as head coach resigns

South Korea head coach Hong Myung-bo has stepped down from his position following the nation's disappointing group-stage exit from the 2026 World Cup. The decision comes amid growing political pressure as the country's president, Lee Jae Myung, has officially called for a formal inquiry into the team's failing performances in North America.

Spain v Cabo Verde: Group H - FIFA World Cup 2026

How have debutant teams performed at the FIFA World Cup?

Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It is the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde have achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, with the African nation to face Lionel Messi's Argentina on Friday.

How to watch South Africa vs Republic of Korea with a VPN

Want to access your usual streaming service with greater security, or from a different part of the world where you may run into geo-restrictions? This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

More votes than Messi! MLS All-Star Mbokazi gets ‘great’ billing

In his first season at the Chicago Fire, Mbekezeli Mbokazi has become an All-Star in the United States - polling more votes than Argentine GOAT Lionel Messi. Fellow countryman and MLS trailblazer Doctor Khumalo has told GOAL why the talented 20-year-old defender - who is now on 2026 World Cup duty - has become a global “ambassador for South African football” and remains on course to be “one of the greatest players” on the planet.

South Africa vs Republic of Korea FIFA World Cup 2026 preview

Comprehensive match preview of South Africa vs the Republic of Korea at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more.

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Pos	Équipe	P	V	N	D	BP	A	+/-	Pts	Forme
9	LA Galaxy	16	5	5	6	22	25	-3	20	D N V D V
10	St. Louis City	15	5	4	6	19	22	-3	19	V V N V V
11	Portland Timbers	15	5	2	8	27	29	-2	17	V D D N V
12	San Diego FC	15	4	5	6	30	27	3	17	D N V N N
13	Colorado Rapids	15	5	1	9	25	24	1	16	D D V D D

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