Netherlands international Frenkie de Jong has been dealt a major setback after being diagnosed with a tear in the medial collateral ligament of his right knee. The Barcelona midfielder broke his silence shortly after the club's medical update, revealing the complex circumstances surrounding an injury that originated during the World Cup.
And so the 2026 World Cup has come to a close after an enthralling 39 days that saw Spain get their hands on the trophy. Throughout the showpiece tournament in North America, GOAL, in association with eToro, has been tracking the value of some of the world's most sought-after talents. Did their price rise or plummet? Check out the final standings of our unique player value tracker to find out...
And just like that, it's over. After five-and-a-half weeks of breathless action, the 2026 World Cup is beginning to appear in the rearview mirror, the biggest international tournament in football history leaving behind a lifetime of memories while champions Spain continue their own celebrations.