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The 2026 World Cup final will feature an 11-minute half-time show headlined by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, curated by Chris Martin.
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The 2026 World Cup final will feature an 11-minute half-time show headlined by Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, and BTS, curated by Chris Martin.

Argentina captain Lionel Messi suggests his World Cup final against Spain could be his last match ever.

Former Premier League boss Neil Warnock criticises Thomas Tuchel for not playing Kobbie Mainoo at the 2026 World Cup.

Lionel Messi calls 2007 photo with baby Lamine Yamal 'incredible' before facing Spain in Sunday's World Cup final.

Thomas Tuchel says England's mentality is commendable but questions their quality after another semi-final defeat.

The Football Association has no intention of sacking Thomas Tuchel despite England's World Cup quarter-final defeat to Argentina.

England captain casts doubt on playing at 2030 World Cup after semi-final defeat to Argentina

England's World Cup dreams end in heartbreak after defensive tactics lead to 2-1 loss to Argentina.

Lionel Messi's emotional World Cup run is underpinned by a squad built for him, with camaraderie and mate at its core.

Argentine Falklands War veterans release statement urging fans not to drag the conflict into football ahead of the World Cup semi-final against England.

AT&T Stadium's air conditioning and glass windows could affect play in Tuesday's France-Spain World Cup semifinal.

Jude Bellingham's extra-time winner secures England's place in the World Cup semi-finals against Lionel Messi's Argentina.

Spain's teenage star Lamine Yamal says France should be wary facing La Roja in Tuesday's semifinal.

England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway could be played in conditions deemed too dangerous by players' union.

England winger Anthony Gordon says Javier Aguirre's swearing was a compliment during their World Cup win.

Marc Guehi and Declan Rice are major doubts for England's World Cup quarter-final against Norway after missing training.

Spain manager Luis de la Fuente has built a squad defined by collective identity and an unbeaten run as they aim for World Cup glory.

Opta data highlights key advantages for France, Spain, Morocco, Belgium and Norway ahead of knockouts.

An Opta analysis reveals each team's key statistical edge ahead of the knockout stage.

Six of the eight quarter-finalists are from Europe, a record for a non-European World Cup.

The U.S. men's national team were eliminated from the World Cup following a 4-1 loss to Belgium, with players insisting the Folarin Balogun saga did not affect them.

FIFA's extreme weather rules may come into play at the quarter-final in Miami

US President Donald Trump called referee Raphael Claus 'suspect' and suggested checking his past after Balogun's ban was overturned.

The 29-year-old forward has scored four World Cup goals, including a brace against Austria, drawing attention.