FIFA World Cup

FIFA World Cup

The FIFA logo, words "$20B Valuation" and rising stock graph are seen in this illustration taken, 28 July, 2026. Photo: Reuters

How world football is governed: Fifa, Uefa and the balance of power

While Fifa is the sport's global governing body, much of football's commercial strength lies elsewhere

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Fifa World Cup 2026: Brands that gained the most value

Argentina’s president, Javier Milei, also claimed his political rivals may have ‘validated the woke movement that is now accusing us of being racist’. Photo: Collected

Javier Milei accuses US Democrats of financing ‘anti-Argentina campaign’ at World Cup

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Longest gap between Fifa World Cup titles

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Mbappe overtakes Messi to become World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer 

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Most goals in a World Cup game

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World Cup 2026: Players with the most minutes

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Fifa World Cup: Teams with the most final appearances

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Fifa World Cup: Most assists in a single tournament

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World Cup 2026: Semi-finalists at a glance

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Semi Final - England v Argentina - Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. - July 15, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after the match. Photo: REUTERS

No goals but Messi the team man comes through to help Argentina to another final

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Oldest World Cup-winning captains

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Fifa World Cup: Teams with most semi final appearances