The Ukrainian team won 7 out of 12 matches and finished in seventh place. In the final match of the first stage, they defeated Germany with a score of 3:1.
US President Donald Trump did not leave the podium when the Spanish national team was lifting the winners' trophy. The FIFA president had to intervene in the situation.
Thousands of people danced in the streets of Madrid, set off fireworks after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina. Ferran Torres' goal in extra time brought "La Roja" its second world champion title.
Rodri was named the best player of the World Cup. Unai Simón received the Golden Glove, and Kylian Mbappé the Golden Boot.
The Spanish national team beat Argentina 1:0 in the final of the 2026 World Cup. The only goal was scored by Ferran Torres in the 106th minute.
The Argentina national team set an anti-record by failing to make a single shot on Spain's goal during regular time of the World Cup final. Regular time ended with a score of 0:0, and the teams moved into extra time.
US President Donald Trump smiled and patted the golden trophy as it was held before him. This is not Trump's first encounter with the trophy; previously, the FIFA president brought it to the White House.
US President Donald Trump will present the trophy to the winner of the 2026 World Cup final. Argentina's President Javier Milei will not attend due to superstitions.
US President Donald Trump in an interview with Fox refused to name the winner of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. He noted that it is hard to bet against Lionel Messi, calling his assist perfect.
US President Donald Trump called on FIFA to choose the USA as the host of the future World Cup without Canada and Mexico. He also spoke about a proposal for a joint tournament between the USA and China.
The England national team beat France 6:4 in the World Cup third-place match. Kylian Mbappe scored a brace and became the all-time top scorer in World Cup history.
Olympic champion Yaroslava Mahuchikh won a silver medal at the Diamond League stage in London, clearing a height of 2. 01 m. She lost to Australian Nicola Olyslagers on countback from the previous height.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
FIFA does not plan to postpone the World Cup final due to smoke from Canadian forest fires. The smoke is expected to dissipate by Sunday, when the match will take place.
FIFA will award championship rings to the winners of the 2026 World Cup for the first time. Each ring will be part of a limited edition of 2026 numbered items.
Insider Fabrizio Romano reported that Zidane will replace Didier Deschamps as coach of the France national team after the 2026 World Cup. The documents will be signed this month.
In the penalty shootout, Kyiv Dynamo defeated Romanian Universitatea with a score of 4:2. In the second round of qualification, the Ukrainian club will play against Greek PAOK.
US President Donald Trump will appear at the FIFA World Cup final. The White House spokesperson did not respond which team he will be cheering for.
On July 16, Kyiv Dynamo will play the return match of the 1st qualifying round of the Europa League against Romanian Universitatea. The first match ended in a goalless draw.
The IHF Council has lifted restrictions for the national teams of Russia and Belarus, allowing the use of national symbols. The federation expressed solidarity with Ukraine and condemned the war.
Argentina beat England 2:1 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. In the final, they will face Spain.
On July 15, the national teams of England and Argentina will determine the second finalist of the 2026 World Cup. The winner will face Spain in the final on July 19.
Spain beat France 2:0 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Goals were scored by Mikel Oyarzabal from a penalty and Pedro Porro.
On July 14 in Dallas, the 2026 World Cup semifinal between France and Spain will take place. Bookmakers give a slight edge to the French with odds of 2.46.
Ukrainian forward Artem Dovbyk, according to an insider, agreed to move to Italian Genoa. The club is negotiating with Roma for a loan with an option to buy.
Olympic champion Oleksandr Khyzhniak will fight against 20-year-old Frenchman Lenny Patrach on July 25 in Saudi Arabia. The bout will take place on the undercard of the main fight between Anthony Joshua and Christian Prenga.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated the possibility of increasing the number of participants in the World Cup to 64 teams. The proposal will be considered after the current tournament with 48 national teams.
Alf-Inge Haaland is dissatisfied with the refereeing in the World Cup quarterfinal, where Norway lost to England. He stated that the team was robbed, and the head coach supported the criticism.
Prince William congratulated the England national team on their victory over Norway, calling the performance the best under difficult conditions. He also expressed sympathy for the Norwegian team.
The Argentina national team beat Switzerland 3:1 in extra time and became the fourth semifinalist of the 2026 World Cup. In the semifinals, the Argentinians will face England.
