World Cup 2022

The latest World Cup news, opinion, match previews, player ratings & results.

Lionel Messi became the seventh player to win the Ballon d'Or and World Cup in the same year

Every player to win the Ballon d’Or and World Cup in the same campaign

Saudi Arabia confirmed as hosts of 2034 World Cup

The tournament looks set to be played in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia in line to host 2034 World Cup after Australia rule out bid

Thiago Silva could return to international duty

Thiago Silva provides update on his Brazil future

The Santiago Bernabeu is a leading contender to host the 2030 World Cup

Where will the 2030 World Cup final be held?

The World Cup will be staged in three different continents

World Cup 2030: Morocco, Spain and Paraguay to host with South America twist

Argentina are the current world champions

What are the inter-confederation play-offs for the 2026 World Cup?

Costa Rica want to reach another World Cup

2026 World Cup qualifying - CONCACAF: Fixtures, results, table & how it works

Japan are regarded as the best team in Asia

2026 World Cup qualifying - AFC: Fixtures, results, table & how it works

There will be nine African teams guaranteed a spot at the World Cup

2026 World Cup qualifying - CAF: Fixtures, results, table & how it works

2026 CAF World Cup qualification fixtures, results and groups as African countries vie to reach the tournament in the USA, Mexico and Canada.

Brazil's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign has started positively

How can Brazil qualify for the 2026 World Cup? Fixtures, results and CONMEBOL table

Everything you need to know about Brazil's 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Argentina's qualifying campaign started with a trademark Lionel Messi free-kick

How can Argentina qualify for the 2026 World Cup? Fixtures, results and CONMEBOL table

Everything you need to know about Argentina's qualifying campaign for the 2026 World Cup.

Lisandro Martinez went into the international break carrying a minor injury

Lisandro Martinez expected to miss Argentina game

Lisandro Martinez injury update ahead of Argentina's World Cup qualifier against Ecuador.

Argentina and Brazil are CONMEBOL heavyweights

2026 World Cup qualifying - CONMEBOL: Fixtures, results, table & how it works

The table, fixtures and results from 2026 World Cup qualifying in CONMEBOL.

Lauren James was sent off at the 2023 Women's World Cup after a VAR review

Every England player sent off in a World Cup

Every English player to receive a red card at a Men's or Women's World Cup, including dismissals for the likes of David Beckham, Wayne Rooney and Lauren James

Argentina's players got their hands on the World Cup trophy and a sizeable bonus in December

How much players were paid for 2022 World Cup final

How much elite clubs earned from releasing players for 2022 World Cup

Curtin will remain in charge at Philadelphia Union

Jim Curtin commits future to Philadelphia Union with contract extension

Lionel Messi will be 39 by the time the 2026 World Cup final kicks off

Will Lionel Messi play at the 2026 World Cup?

Lionel Messi rules himself out of 2026 World Cup

Ivan Toney claims 'spiteful' betting leaks cost him World Cup spot

Julian Alvarez has won a boatload of trophies

Every player to win the World Cup, Copa Libertadores and Champions League

Here are the players that have managed to win the Copa Libertadores, the Champions League and the World Cup during their careers.

Julian Alvarez has enjoyed a debut season at Manchester City to remember

Julian Alvarez completes historic quadruple

Manchester City's Julian Alvarez has won four major trophies for club and country this season

Lionel Messi will be the 14th player that have won a World Cup to play in MLS.

World Cup winners who have played in MLS

Every FIFA World Cup winner to have played in the MLS ahead of Inter Miami's signing of Lionel Messi.

Raphael Varane celebrating with the World Cup trophy in 2018

Players who won the World Cup and Champions League in the same season

The select group of players who have won the World Cup and Champions League, regarded by many as the pinnacle achievements in football, in the same season.

Alvarez is set to complete a historic season

How Julian Alvarez can complete historic quadruple in 2022/23

Julian Alvarez is closing in on a personal quadruple of titles in 2022/23, having won the 2022 World Cup with Argentina while Manchester City attempt to complete a Premier League, Champions League and FA Cup treble.

FIFA World Cup 26 official brand unveiled at iconic LA landmark

Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA pulled all the stops for a dramatic unveiling of the tournament’s branding in Los Angeles.