Coach Carlo Ancelotti believes Brazil's early elimination from the 2026 World Cup was due to a mid-half water break, but he sees the defeat as a starting point for rebuilding.
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) confirmed that the VAR process leading to a red card for Swiss forward Breel Embolo in their one-three loss to Argentina in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinals was not in accordance with current laws.
Kelci Rose, girlfriend of defender Marcos Senesi, shared a video unboxing World Cup 2026 souvenir bags, which included a mate thermos and cup set gifted by Lionel Messi to all Argentina players.
Midfielder Dani Olmo asserts that assistant coach Roberto Ayala has not expressed remorse for his actions after the 2026 World Cup final, while also refuting the Argentine coaching staff member's explanation of the incident.
Striker Erling Haaland and guests recreated the "Viking rowing" performance that went viral at the 2026 World Cup while attending the wedding of his Manchester City teammate Gianluigi Donnarumma.
Striker Robert Lewandowski believes former teammate Lamine Yamal did not show his best form at the 2026 World Cup, despite Spain winning the championship.
Cristiano Ronaldo liked an Instagram post in which a journalist questioned whether FIFA rigged the 2026 World Cup for Lionel Messi and Argentina to reach the final.
Inter Miami coach Guillermo Hoyos announced that Lionel Messi and Rodrigo De Paul would receive indefinite leave and decide their return to the club, following their participation in the 2026 World Cup final with the Argentina national team.
The Spanish national team returned to Madrid after their 2026 World Cup victory, welcomed by King Felipe VI and Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez before joining a parade with over two million fans.
The 2026 World Cup attracted a record number of tourists and fans to North America, but the economic benefits from the tournament were unevenly distributed between FIFA and the host nations.
The 2026 World Cup marks Spain's 16th title in the past five years across both men's and women's national teams, demonstrating a footballing nation that has found a sustainable winning formula.
