Where would Argentina be if not for Messi? On a flight home from this World Cup
[ad_1] ATLANTA — Where would Argentina be without Lionel Messi? On a flight back to Buenos Aires probably, with the FIFA World Cup trophy heading…
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World Cup Daily live: Tournament’s 3,000th goal one of most controversial? First ‘rest day’ after 27 days of action
[ad_1] After 27 days of action, we finally have the last eight teams competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup! While Wednesday is a rare…
Mexico’s World Cup reunited team and country, created a blueprint for 2030
[ad_1] Cesar Hernandez and Lizzy Becherano Multiple Authors Jul 7, 2026, 12:28 PM ET Among the anguish and frustration that followed Mexico’s dramatic 3-2 loss…
So, Ronaldo’s World Cup era is over. What have we learned?
[ad_1] Bill ConnellyJul 7, 2026, 12:01 PM ET Close Bill Connelly is a writer for ESPN. He covers college football, soccer and tennis. He has…
Transfer rumors, news: World Cup hero Vozinha could join Messi at Inter Miami
[ad_1] Cape Verde’s World Cup star goalkeeper Vozinha could link up with Lionel Messi at Inter Miami, while Liverpool are ahead of Manchester United in…
Cristiano Ronaldo exits final World Cup with ‘clear conscience’
[ad_1] An emotional Cristiano Ronaldo said he had a “clear conscience” as he exited his final World Cup as Portugal were eliminated 1-0 by Spain…
USMNT’s World Cup dream crushed by Belgium in round of 16
[ad_1] Sam BordenJul 6, 2026, 11:43 PM ET Close Sam Borden is a senior writer for ESPN.com. Multiple Authors SEATTLE — Even with Folarin Balogun…
Ronaldo’s World Cup career ends with a whimper as Spain’s subs win it late
[ad_1] Bill Connelly Close Bill Connelly ESPN Staff Writer Bill Connelly is a writer for ESPN. He covers college football, soccer and tennis. He has…
What’s next for Brazil after another painful World Cup exit?
[ad_1] EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey — Brazil had to wait 28 years to win their first World Cup. Sunday’s elimination in a 2-1 defeat to…
Bellingham, Yamal, Messi unveil World Cup final match ball
[ad_1] The sight of the Adidas Trionda hitting the back of the net has become a very familiar one at the 2026 FIFA World Cup,…