Are FIFA and UEFA in a forever war?
Editor’s note: This is an updated version of an article that first appeared on The Athletic in May…
European nations agree to boycott World Cups over FIFA’s private investment plans
European nations have agreed to boycott the World Cup over FIFA’s plans to sell stakes in the tournament…
Real Madrid expected to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, PSG withdraw from race
Real Madrid are expected to reach an agreement to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, while Paris Saint-Germain…
Real Madrid enter race to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig
Real Madrid have entered the race to sign Yan Diomande and are in talks with RB Leipzig over…
Spain’s Rodri wins World Cup Golden Ball as Pau Cubarsi, Unai Simon also collect awards
Spain’s players dominated the 2026 World Cup awards, winning three individual accolades after their 1-0 win over Argentina…
Trump praises Infantino for ‘great decision’ over Balogun World Cup controversy
The United States president Donald Trump praised Gianni Infantino for “another great decision” by enabling Folarin Balogun to…
World Cup top scorer: How will Messi, Mbappe, Kane Golden Boot race be decided?
“Sometimes in football, you have to score goals.” There are only four games remaining in the 2026 World…
Ranking the top 50 players at the 2026 World Cup: Who were the winners and losers from the quarter-finals?
Four teams remain at this summer’s World Cup, and that means our rankings odyssey is almost over. But…
World Cup predictions, semifinals: France vs Spain and England vs Argentina
Welcome to The Athletic’s daily World Cup Predictions. This article gives you the lowdown on all today’s games…
World Cup semi-finals bracket predictions: Picking the winners and key players for final four
After 100 matches at World Cup 2026 there are four teams left standing. Kylian Mbappe and France overcame…
Is the World Cup about to get even better? What did Messi’s emotions reveal? Day 27 recap
Day 27 of the World Cup witnessed a tearful Lionel Messi, a jubilant Switzerland and confirmation of the…
World Cup quarterfinals bracket predictions: Best games, players and who makes the semifinals
There are only eight teams left in the World Cup and each is only two wins a way…