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Michael Olise has played a major part in France’s campaign at the 2026 World Cup. With five assists in six matches, the Bayern Munich player stands out not only for his statistics but also for the intelligence with which he reads the game – a trait that may well have been shaped by another passion: chess.

Once again this summer, Dani Olmo is proving himself invaluable to Spain and his national coach Luis de la Fuente, displaying his multifarious skills mined from playing multiple roles down the years.

In an exclusive interview with France Football and Ballondor.com in 2023, Jude Bellingham opened up about his evolution from a Birmingham kid to a Real Madrid star, his vision of football and his goals with England. The Three Lions face Norway on Saturday at the World Cup.

The Argentine’s all-action performances can give a false impression that his game is grounded in energy and endeavour. In reality, there is a clinical mind at play.

A seismic tactical shift put out-and-out number nines out to pasture for much of the 21st century. This World Cup we are seeing them return from the wilderness.

After beating a very tough Swiss side, the ‘Albiceleste’ made it into the top four in the world, and the captain set a new record at this World Cup.

Ballon d’Or nominees both, Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland have shared a similar journey to the top, forging a friendship that transcends rivalry.

After a 16-year wait, La Roja made it into the last four after beating Belgium. Meet the player who made a surprise start, scored a goal and extended an incredible run.

Today, in Kansas City, Missouri, Argentina will face Switzerland in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

On Saturday, at Miami Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida, England will face Norway in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s farewell to the 2026 World Cup moved the football world. From young stars to great legends, players from different generations were keen to pay tribute to one of the greatest names in the history of the game.

France’s campaign at the 2026 World Cup is beginning to bear an ever-greater resemblance to Brazil’s in 2002. From the goals to the historical context, the similarities between Mbappé and Dembélé and the legendary partnership formed by Ronaldo and Rivaldo are striking.

This is the story of Martin Ødegaard’s journey of resilience – the child prodigy who learnt to endure hardship and is now the face of Norway’s hopes at the World Cup.

As the quarterfinals are in full swing, let's take stock of the top scorer standings in this World Cup, dominated by Ballon d'Or stars.

Les Bleus have history in their sights this summer, propelled by a forward-line studded with Ballon d’Or winners and nominees. That includes a player with high achievement in his blood.

Tomorrow, at Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood, California, Spain will face Belgium in the quarter-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

Despite being knocked out by France in the quarter-finals, the ‘Atlas Lions’ have cemented their place amongst football’s elite with another superb performance and are looking forward to their campaign ahead of the 2030 World Cup.

Thanks to goals from Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé, France beat Morocco (2-0) on Thursday in Boston in the World Cup quarter-finals. Les Bleus will face Spain or Belgium.

From breaking unbeatable records to causing a sensation across the globe. We take a look at the 10 goalkeepers who shone and left their mark at the 2026 World Cup.

Fulcrum. Architect. Tempo-setter. Pedri’s midfield displays are multifaceted, each aspect belying his years.