World Cup News
Latest 2026 FIFA World Cup news, team updates and player stories.
'Good luck to Dirk...': Littler dazzles in Blackpool as 'frightening' form continues
According to Sky Sports: If a player hit a nine-darter on the World Matchplay stage, that would usually go down as their highlight. That is just the tip of the iceberg for Luke Littler in 2026. (S…
Papers: Valuations of several Man Utd midfield targets revealed
According to Sky Sports Transfers: The top stories and transfer rumours from Friday's newspapers... (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
From Popp to Diani: 10 women’s transfers you may have missed during the men’s World Cup
According to Guardian Football: Sam Kerr’s and Alexia Putellas’s moves were hard to miss but these transfers may have escaped your attentionThere were a host of big women’s football transfers which w…
Chelsea paid Aston Villa £117m for Morgan Rogers. Is he the right fit?
According to Guardian Transfer Window: The England attacker thrives when he can gallop into space but Xabi Alonso’s best team built attacks slowlyBy Opta AnalystIt quickly became apparent this summer…
Anderson's journey to England star and Man City record signing
According to BBC Football: Elliot Anderson was a key part of England's World Cup side and is now Manchester City's record signing. (Source: BBC Football)
F1 considering Malaysian GP return as 2026 replacement race
According to Sky Sports: Formula 1 bosses are in talks with organisers of the Malaysian Grand Prix to see the Sepang race make a surprise return to the calendar this year as a stand-in event. (Sou…
'Kings of Manchester' - Anderson sends Man Utd message after City move sealed
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Elliot Anderson has declared Manchester City the "kings of Manchester" after completing his £116m move from Nottingham Forest. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Elliot Anderson lauds City as ‘kings of Manchester’ after £116m Forest transfer
According to Guardian Football: ‘They’re winners, relentless, a team I want to be part of’Midfielder hails De Bruyne as a childhood inspirationElliot Anderson has called Manchester City the “kings of…
Man City latest: 'I've wanted to play like him' - Anderson looking to emulate De Bruyne
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Man City latest: 'I've wanted to play like him' - Anderson looking to emulate De Bruyne (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Domestic abuse reports reach record UK highs during 2026 World Cup
According to Sky Sports: Domestic abuse reports reached record highs in the UK during the 2026 World Cup, figures have shown. (Source: Sky Sports)
Rodri to undergo back surgery and may miss start of Premier League season
According to Sky Sports: Manchester City's World Cup winner Rodri is to undergo minor surgery on his back, which means he may miss the start of the Premier League season. (Source: Sky Sports)
Palace latest: Talks advanced to sign Augsburg defender Matsima
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Palace latest: Talks advanced to sign Augsburg defender Matsima (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Aston Villa seal loan signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea
According to Guardian Transfer Window: Argentinian surplus to requirements at ChelseaDeal follows Morgan Rogers’ switch to Stamford BridgeAston Villa have confirmed the loan signing of the Chelsea wi…
Transfer Centre LIVE! Alvarez, Barcola and Konsa latest
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Transfer Centre LIVE! Alvarez, Barcola and Konsa latest (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Maldini confirms crisis-hit Italy have held talks with Guardiola and Ancelotti
According to Guardian Football: Italy have failed to qualify for last three World CupsGuardiola is out of work while Ancelotti is still with BrazilThe Italian football federation (FIGC) has talked to…
Why Villa could offer Garnacho the perfect route to redemption
According to Sky Sports Transfers: At the age of just 22, Alejandro Garnacho's career is at a crossroads, but his move to Aston Villa, driven by Unai Emery, offers the perfect chance to get it back o…
Villa sign Garnacho on loan from Chelsea
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Aston Villa have announced the signing of Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea on a season-long loan. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Norway considers filing Fifa ethics complaint over Trump role in World Cup red card saga
According to Guardian Football: Norwegian federation president: Fifa on a ‘slippery slope’Trump called Infantino for review of Balogun’s redDonald Trump’s role in clearing Folarin Balogun from a mand…
Leeds latest: Harrison set for MLS move
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Leeds latest: Harrison set for MLS move (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Arsenal sign Greece forward Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m
According to Guardian Transfer Window: Tzolis joins Hincapié and Meslier among arrivals‘It’s absolutely amazing to sign for such a big club’Arsenal have completed the £34m signing of Christos Tzoli…
Who has your Premiership club brought in & let go this summer?
According to BBC Football: Your one-stop shop for all the ins and outs in the Scottish Premiership during the 2026 summer transfer window. (Source: BBC Football)
Norway consider complaint over Balogun World Cup ban suspension
According to BBC Football: The Norwegian Football Federation is considering filing a formal complaint to Fifa's ethics committee. (Source: BBC Football)
Transfer roundup: Barcelona sign Adeyemi, Monaco’s Bamba set for Newcastle
According to Guardian Transfer Window: Karim Adeyemi moves from Dortmund in £19m dealNewcastle close on £34m Aladji Bamba from MonacoBarcelona have signed German winger Karim Adeyemi from Borussia Do…
Arsenal complete deal to sign winger Tzolis
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Arsenal have announced the signing of winger Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge on a five-year deal. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Manchester United consider Camavinga and Berge as midfield overhaul continues
According to Guardian Transfer Window: Real Madrid and Fulham players on club’s radarUnited have already signed two midfielders this summerManchester United have identified Real Madrid’s Eduardo Cama…
‘Everyone is hooked on football’: Indian league seeks to ride World Cup wave
According to Guardian Football: Club chiefs hope that a revitalised setup can help huge interest in this summer’s tournament translate into growth of the Indian domestic gameIndia was not at the Worl…
Kone and Baleba strongly considered by Man Utd for third midfield signing
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Roma's Manu Kone and Brighton's Carlos Baleba are two options who are being strongly considered by Manchester United as their search for a third midfield signing co…
Leeds in talks with Man City over deal for Trafford
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Leeds United are in talks with Manchester City over a deal for goalkeeper James Trafford. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Papers: Rodri pushing for Real Madrid move
According to Sky Sports Transfers: The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday's newspapers... (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Arsenal reveal William Saliba out for ‘extended period’ with back injury
According to Guardian Football: Centre-back forced off in World Cup semi-finalArsenal say problem does not require surgeryArsenal, the Premier League champions, have been dealt a big injury blow afte…
Rangers secure friendly win in McInnes' first home game
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Rangers secure friendly win in McInnes' first home game (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Saliba to miss extended period with back injury
According to BBC Football: Arsenal confirm defender William Saliba is set to miss an "extended period" after suffering a back injury while at the World Cup with France. (Source: BBC Football)
Villa agree loan deal for Chelsea winger Garnacho
According to BBC Football: Aston Villa agree a loan deal for Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho until the end of the 2026-27 season, with an obligation to buy. (Source: BBC Football)
Fulham latest: Why Real Madrid striker Garcia is a tough target to land
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Fulham latest: Why Real Madrid striker Garcia is a tough target to land (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Trossard, Ramos, Dumfries: 10 transfers you may have missed during the World Cup
According to Guardian Football: Too engrossed with the World Cup drama to keep up with goings-on in the transfer market? We’ve got you coveredAnnounced just before England’s soul-sucking semi-final d…
Aston Villa agree deal to sign Garnacho
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Aston Villa have agreed a deal to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Spurs latest: Fernandes says pre-season stunner is best goal of his career
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Spurs latest: Fernandes says pre-season stunner is best goal of his career (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
A host of issues: World Cup focus turns to Morocco with costs and legacy topping agenda
According to Guardian Football: With just over 1,400 days to go until 2030 kicks off, the co-hosts are facing a series of challenges familiar to their South African predecessorsMorocco’s World Cup ad…
Casemiro joins Inter Miami on free transfer
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Casemiro has joined Inter Miami on a free transfer after leaving Manchester United. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Barcelona closing in on record-breaking Kerolin deal
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Barcelona are close to signing Brazilian forward Kerolin from Manchester City for a fee of €1.5m (£1.28m). (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Liverpool latest: Iraola admits need for wingers amid Akliouche approach
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Liverpool latest: Iraola admits need for wingers amid Akliouche approach (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Is Barcola next on Arsenal's list after missing out on Rogers?
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Arsenal retain an interest in Bradley Barcola after missing out on Morgan Rogers to Chelsea, according to Sky Sports News reporter Dharmesh Sheth. (Source: Sky S…
Forest latest: Talks progressing in deal to sign Sporting defender Diomande
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Forest latest: Talks progressing in deal to sign Sporting defender Diomande (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Liverpool make initial approach for Monaco winger Akliouche
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Liverpool have made an initial approach to Monaco for winger Maghnes Akliouche. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Football Daily | Chelsea’s financial shrug and Liverpool leaking players – what you may have missed
According to Guardian Football: Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!After the eye-watering excess of the Geopolitics World Cup, we can return to the modest, measured land of the domest…
Paredes should not be suspended - Spain's Gavi
According to BBC Football: Spain midfielder Gavi does not think Argentina's Leandro Paredes should be suspended for his part in the fracas after the World Cup final. (Source: BBC Football)
England cannot afford trip to amputee World Cup – and the FA will not help
According to Guardian Football: With no national funding, England’s successful men’s amputee side is struggling to raise the £50,000 needed for November’s tournament in MexicoEvery time Scott Rogers …
New faces, gulfs in class and flawed drama: how 48 teams changed the World Cup | Billy Munday
According to Guardian Football: The first 48-team World Cup had its positives and negatives – do we need to brace for a 64-team future?It was less than 12 months after Gianni Infantino succeeded Sepp…
A tournament that crossed borders: crunching the numbers on the diaspora World Cup
According to Guardian Football: Nationality in football is increasingly complex and the influence of players from the diaspora has never been higher at a World Cup“Nationality says where you come fro…
Is £100m the new normal? Inside the PL’s transfer price explosion
According to Sky Sports Transfers: The average cost of a top-end signing in the Premier League has exploded. The £100m-plus player is no longer an outlier, but becoming increasingly commonplace. (…
Arsenal continue squad revamp with signing of Spain keeper Misa Rodríguez
According to Guardian Transfer Window: 27-year-old leaves Real Madrid after six years at club‘Arsenal is one of the top clubs in the world,’ she saysArsenal have continued their rebuild by signing th…
World Cup 2026 awards: the Guardian team give their final tournament verdicts
According to Guardian Football: The best games, goals and personal highlights – from a magical Azteca to Erling Haaland breaking AmericaParaguay 1-1 Germany. There were plenty more games with more go…
World Cup 2030 (very early) power rankings: who will challenge Spain at top?
According to Guardian Football: The next men’s World Cup is still four years away, but we take a look at the teams with the firmest foundations who should be primed to contendThe 2026 World Cup provi…
Why many Black Americans were rooting for Argentina to lose the World Cup | Etan Thomas
According to Guardian Football: Many Black Americans were not cheering Spain’s complicated history. They were rooting against the racism, politics and silence associated with ArgentinaThere are momen…
Why will the September international break last three weeks?
According to BBC Football: BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explain the major changes happening to football's international breaks starting in September 2026 (Source: BBC Football)
Papers: Man Utd considering bid for PSG's Zaire-Emery
According to Sky Sports Transfers: The top stories and transfer rumours from Wednesday's newspapers... (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Iraola determined to keep Mac Allister and Alisson at Liverpool this season
According to Guardian Football: Coach aims to strengthen with Ekitiké and Bradley outMac Allister has been linked with move to Real MadridAndoni Iraola has said he is determined to keep Alexis Mac Al…
Morgan Rogers ‘excited to join biggest club in London’ after making £117m Chelsea move
According to Guardian Transfer Window: England international signs seven-year contractXabi Alonso was key factor in Chelsea’s record signingMorgan Rogers has joined Chelsea from Aston Villa for a fee…
Chelsea sign Rogers in record-breaking £117m deal
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Chelsea have completed the signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa in a record-breaking £117m deal. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Enzo Fernandez: Argentina played with 'pride' and 'humility'
According to Sky Sports: Enzo Fernandez has praised Argentina for playing with "pride" and "humility" at the 2026 World Cup after it was confirmed FIFA will investigate the team's behaviour after the…
Could the World Cup be back in the US as soon as 2038? Absolutely
According to Guardian Football: Explosion in ticketing and hospitality revenue goes along with a Fifa desire to recoup lost TV income in future dealsAs is often the case, it has been left to Donald T…
Stones emerges as potential Chelsea target
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Free agent defender John Stones has emerged as a potential option for Chelsea in this transfer window. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
West Ham agree big-money deal with Al Hilal for Summerville
According to Sky Sports Transfers: West Ham have reached an agreement with Al Hilal for the sale of Crysencio Summerville. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Ipswich complete £20m deal for Ghana winger Fatawu
According to BBC Football: Ipswich Town complete the £20m signing of Abdul Fatawu, who played in all four of Ghana's games at the World Cup. (Source: BBC Football)
Aston Villa in talks to sign Garnacho
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Aston Villa are in talks to sign Alejandro Garnacho from Chelsea. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
The defining moments of the 2026 World Cup
According to BBC Football: From historic World Cup debuts and emotional first victories, to new stars and the brilliance of legends - relive the defining moments of the 2026 Fifa World Cup. (Sourc…
Ipswich latest: Fatawu completes £23m move from Leicester
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Ipswich latest: Fatawu completes £23m move from Leicester (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Football Daily | Here are 48 reasons to cherish the World Cup (minus the Geopolitics)
According to Guardian Football: Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now!The Geopolitics World Cup is already fading from view, replaced by a thin July gruel of pre-season friendlies and tr…
‘The scrutiny is constant’: referee Anthony Taylor retires from football
According to Guardian Football: The 47-year-old took charge of five World Cup matchesTaylor has refereed in the Premier League for 16 yearsAnthony Taylor has announced his retirement from elite refer…
Premier League referee Taylor retires
According to Sky Sports: Long-serving Premier League referee Anthony Taylor is standing down after 16 years in England's top flight at the conclusion of the World Cup. (Source: Sky Sports)
Fernandez defends Argentina as Messi questions remain
According to BBC Football: Midfielder Enzo Fernandez claims Argentina represented their nation "in the best possible way" in the World Cup. (Source: BBC Football)
Keeper Martinez may 'step aside' from Argentina
According to BBC Football: Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez says he is considering whether it is "time to step aside" from international football after his side's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the World Cu…
‘Reclaim football’: Sepp Blatter joins La Liga chief in call for Gianni Infantino to resign
According to Guardian Football: Blatter attacks successor as Fifa presidentJavier Tebas says system is ‘rotten at its core’The Fifa president, Gianni Infantino, has come in for heavy criticism from h…
Infantino's 'time is up' with Fifa - La Liga boss
According to BBC Football: La Liga president Javier Tebas calls for Fifa president Gianni Infantino to quit, and claims the governing body is "destroying the football industry". (Source: BBC Footb…
More than the Score
According to BBC Football: Erling Haaland didn't lift the World Cup - but he's won millions of new fans in the US (Source: BBC Football)
David Squires on … Spain winning the World Cup final in the shadow of Trump
According to Guardian Football: Our cartoonist looks back at the final game of the 2026 World Cup as Donald Trump watched Spain triumph againBuy this cartoon | Some of David’s favourite worksAnd his …
Bournemouth latest: Deal to sign Benfica defender Silva progressing
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Bournemouth latest: Deal to sign Benfica defender Silva progressing (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
All you need to know about Wafcon 2026
According to BBC Football: Find out the favourites, format and kick-off times for the delayed 2026 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, which starts on 26 July. (Source: BBC Football)
Why is the Community Shield being held in Wales?
According to BBC Football: BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why the 2026 Community Shield is being held in Wales. (Source: BBC Football)
Spurs break their women’s transfer record to sign Alice Sombath from Lyonnes
According to Guardian Transfer Window: France defender is club’s sixth signing of the summerCoach Ho says she is aggressive and good on the ballTottenham have signed the France defender Alice Sombath…
World Cup 2026 in 90 seconds: a photo animation with audio
According to Guardian Football: Picture editor Jonny Weeks has created a rapid audio-visual review of the tournament featuring key moments, colourful fans ... and the precious trophy. This video cont…
Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd target Scott rejects new Bournemouth contract
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Alex Scott has turned down a new Bournemouth contract amid strong interest from Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United, Sky Sports News understands. (Source: Sky…
Papers: Man Utd looking at Hall, Robinson to strengthen left-back options
According to Sky Sports Transfers: The top stories and transfer rumours from Tuesday's newspapers... (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Gallery: Spain celebrate World Cup triumph in Madrid
According to BBC Football: Thousands of fans take to the streets of Madrid as the Spain squad enjoy a bus parade after winning the World Cup. (Source: BBC Football)
Argentina players face bans as Fifa opens investigation into World Cup final brawls
According to Guardian Football: Leandro Paredes was shown red card after final whistleFifa looking into Falklands banner at England gameFifa has opened an investigation into the violent scenes that f…
England latest: Latest FIFA rankings published - where do Three Lions sit?
According to Sky Sports: England latest: Latest FIFA rankings published - where do Three Lions sit? (Source: Sky Sports)
Palace seek £55m-plus for Lacroix as talks with Chelsea begin
According to Sky Sports Transfers: Chelsea are in talks with Crystal Palace over the signing of defender Maxence Lacroix. (Source: Sky Sports Transfers)
Nearly two million people join Spain’s World Cup celebrations in Madrid
According to Guardian Football: Squad arrived home at 2.30pm local time on MondayVictory festivities to centre around the Plaza de CibelesAlmost two million Spaniards, many still bleary-eyed and feel…
Fifa opens investigation into Argentina post-final trouble - what happens next?
According to BBC Football: Argentina will face an investigation into the ugly scenes at the end of the World Cup final, Fifa has confirmed. (Source: BBC Football)
Messi says 'pain is immense' after losing World Cup final
According to BBC Football: Lionel Messi says "the pain is immense" and that it "will take time to heal" after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the World Cup final. (Source: BBC Football)
A big red speaker, Louis Vuitton trophy trunks and a tattoo bet – how Spain celebrated World Cup win
According to Guardian Football: Luis de la Fuente’s team was the best at the tournament by some margin but are not satisfied yet with focus now on ‘the next game in September’On the night that Spain …
England legend Sciver-Brunt joins Trent Rockets staff in first coaching role
According to Sky Sports: Katherine Sciver-Brunt will take her first coaching role since retiring after being confirmed as an assistant coach of Trent Rockets Women for the 2026 edition of The Hundred…
Spain’s metronome: the statistics behind Rodri’s superb World Cup campaign
According to Guardian Football: Midfielder’s supreme passing was too much for Argentina to handle in the final but his work without the ball proved just as crucial Rodri is back to his best after mul…
Thank you for making this a World Cup to remember on the BBC
According to BBC Football: BBC Director of Sport Alex Kay-Jelski's message as BBC Sport delivers a record-breaking World Cup across TV, radio, online and social. (Source: BBC Football)
The 2026 World Cup was full of spectacle, scandal and compromise | Jonathan Wilson
According to Guardian Football: This was a good rather than great World Cup on the field. In the background, things were a lot less edifyingPerhaps it’s too early, with the shreds of gold tape still …
Uefa president boycotts World Cup final in protest against Fifa
According to BBC Football: Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin did not attend the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain in protest against Fifa. (Source: BBC Football)
The trends that defined the World Cup
According to Sky Sports: The biggest World Cup in history produced numbers to match. Forty-eight teams, 104 games and three host countries delivered a record 308 goals before Spain were crowned champ…
F1 2026 team-mate head-to-heads after Belgian GP
According to Sky Sports: The 2026 Formula 1 head-to-heads with all of the latest Qualifying, Sprint and Grand Prix scores in each of the 11 teams. (Source: Sky Sports)
Rodri's stock at all-time high as he adds to trophy collection
According to BBC Football: Rodri cements status as one of the world's best midfielders after World Cup and Golden Ball triumphs. (Source: BBC Football)
What’s left after this World Cup? A kind of messy hope | Jonathan Liew
According to Guardian Football: Kazakhs cheering Uzbeks, Bengalis wild for Argentina … This tournament was once a playground for nationalism. Now it shows how flimsy that allegiance isIt’s the World …