Stories from the world of sport.
A simple breakdown of football's most debated rule — offside — covering position, timing and involvement, the goalkeeper misconception, which body parts count, VAR's role, and a three-question test to help you judge any offside call for yourself.
A beginner's guide to football — covering the pitch, match duration, restarts, fouls and cards, the offside rule, positions, formations, substitutions, draws and knockouts, and VAR — everything you need to follow the game from kick-off to final whistle.
Kylian Mbappé won the Golden Boot with 10 goals and became the World Cup's all-time top scorer, while Rodri won the Golden Ball orchestrating Spain's title-winning run. Here's how these two contrasting stars defined the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. Emiliano Martinez produced 11 saves, Enzo Fernandez was sent off, and at 39, Lionel Messi became the oldest outfield player ever to appear in a World Cup Final — a defeat that changes nothing about his legacy.
Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in the 106th minute at MetLife Stadium.
Dani Olmo opens up on Spain's confidence heading into the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, facing childhood idol Lionel Messi, and his desire to be remembered as "the Dani Olmo of 2026" rather than the next Iniesta.
Spain's control meets Argentina's belief in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. A complete tactical breakdown of both sides, key battles, and Gameonfield's prediction.
A dramatic late comeback saw Argentina beat England 2-1 in Atlanta to book their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, where they will face Spain at MetLife Stadium on July 19.
Spain beat France 2-0 in Dallas to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 final for the first time since 2010, with Rodri controlling midfield and goals from Oyarzabal and Porro sealing the win.
Switzerland reached the FIFA World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since hosting in 1954, beating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless 120 minutes in Vancouver, finally breaking their long penalty shootout curse.
Portugal's FIFA World Cup campaign ended in heartbreak as Spain's Mikel Merino struck in stoppage time, sealing a Round of 16 exit and likely marking Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup appearance.
Neymar Jr. has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil's World Cup exit to Norway, closing out a career as Brazil's all-time leading scorer with 80 goals.
Know Your Game: The Offside Rule, Explained Simply
Know Your Game: Football Explained From Kick-Off to Final Whistle
The Finisher vs. The Metronome: How Mbappé and Rodri Defined the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Beautiful Pain of Football: Argentina's World Cup Final Heartbreak and Lionel Messi's Timeless Legacy
Spain Crowned World Champions Again: Ferran Torres Fires La Roja to Historic Second FIFA World Cup Title
Childhood Idol Turned Rival: Dani Olmo Ready to Face Lionel Messi in the World Cup Final
Spain vs Argentina World Cup 2026 Final: Tactical Analysis & Prediction
The Mentality Monsters Strike Again: Argentina Stuns England to Reach a Historic Seventh FIFA World Cup Final
The Dallas Masterclass: How Spain Ended a 16-Year Wait for the FIFA World Cup Final
Breaking the 72-Year Curse: Switzerland's Historic Journey to the FIFA World Cup Quarterfinals
The Bitter End of an Era: How One Costly Mistake Ended Portugal's World Cup Dream
End of an Era: Football Says Goodbye to Neymar's International Journey
