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FIFA World Cup 2026 in numbers: Goals, clean sheets, yellow cards, and more
FIFA’s biggest global showpiece saw 1,039 players from 48 nations play across 16 venues and score 308 goals.
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World Cup champions Spain return to royal welcome, parade through Madrid
Tens of thousands of fans greet La Roja as they travel down Madrid’s historic avenues to Cibeles Square.
FIFA to probe Paredes-led player brawl after Spain’s World Cup final win
Argentina’s Paredes was seen shoving Spanish players, which led to an on-field melee, while Spain’s Yamal prayed calmly.
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King of Spain celebrates World Cup winners in Madrid
Spain’s World Cup-winning team received a royal reception from King Felipe VI in Madrid ahead of a victory parade.
Published On 20 Jul 2026
REPORTER'S NOTEBOOK
A tournament of contradictions: What did we learn at World Cup 2026?
A look back at the World Cup’s moments of glory and controversy, and their impact on fans, teams and the sport.
EDITOR'S ANALYSIS
Five key takeaways from FIFA World Cup 2026
Spain beat Argentina, but talking points remain. Should there be 48 or 64 teams? Hydration breaks? The ‘dark arts’?
Spain go back to the top of FIFA rankings, Morocco reach record high
Norway saw the biggest jump in their rankings, climbing 12 spots to 19th after reaching the World Cup quarterfinals.
Former England manager and two-time Ballon d’Or winner Keegan dies aged 75
Kevin Keegan, the iconic striker for Liverpool, Newcastle and England, was diagnosed with stage four cancer last year.
India’s Rohit Sharma ends retirement talk as World Cup 2027 still in sight
Rohit struck 138 off 110 balls in defeat by England in third ODI, which some speculated could be his last for India.
Iran says Spain World Cup win brings joy to critics of US, Israel
Iran praises Spain’s win over Argentina after Spanish government’s condemnation of policies on Gaza and war on Iran.
‘Campeones! Campeones!’: Jubilation in Spain as La Roja win 2026 World Cup
Fans in Spanish city on Mediterranean cheer on both sides as Spain defeat Argentina 1-0 in extra time.
