
Football’s post‑World Cup surge: leagues, cups and qualifiers on the horizon
The 2026 World Cup has ended, but the football calendar continues with the Women’s AFCON, UEFA Super Cup, league resumptions and upcoming qualifiers for future tournaments.
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The 2026 World Cup has ended, but the football calendar continues with the Women’s AFCON, UEFA Super Cup, league resumptions and upcoming qualifiers for future tournaments.

The 2026 World Cup lifted America's global profile through feel‑good moments and rising soccer interest, yet visa restrictions and political interference cast a long shadow.

Spain's historic victory and Argentina's contentious exit define a 2023 World Cup that reshaped tournament legacy.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded with Spain lifting the trophy amid record‑breaking performances and surprising upsets.

Enzo Fernández expressed appreciation for Argentine supporters following his red card in the World Cup final, while analysts have heavily criticized his display.

Lionel Messi was crowned the International Federation of Football History and Statistics' Best Player following a standout World Cup campaign, yet Argentina's narrow loss to Spain left the squad grappling with disappointment and controversy.

Ahead of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, Morocco prepares to showcase the continent’s rising talent, with podcast hosts dissecting group dynamics and the road to World Cup qualification.

At 18, Lucas Herrington became the youngest player on Australia's World Cup team, starting key matches and navigating the emotional roller‑coaster of international football before returning to his MLS club, the Colorado Rapids.

A worldwide petition calling for Argentina's ban from the tournament highlighted contentious refereeing and celebratory gestures, yet FIFA declined to act, leaving fans to reflect on the final's outcome.

The regional office of FIBA in Africa has announced that Tunisia will stage Group E games and Senegal will host Group F matches during the fourth window of African qualifiers, scheduled for late August.

The 2026 World Cup ignited a soccer boom across North America, and Major League Soccer is poised to ride that wave. With marquee stars, tight competition and accessible prices, the league offers a fresh, exciting alternative for fans still hungry for action.

Investigative reporter Romain Molina says he will examine financial and institutional corruption in Argentine football, a sector already under scrutiny from U.S. authorities and FIFA.

The third edition of the Special Olympics Unified Football World Cup concluded in Paris with Libya securing a historic men's title and Guatemala defending their women's crown, while the event celebrated athletes from 23 nations and announced the next host.

France, Norway, Spain and Switzerland have reached the semifinals, delivering high‑octane performances that blend tactical discipline with unprecedented velocity.

Despite a string of scandals — from racist remarks to sexual‑assault allegations and political meddling — the tournament continues to draw global attention, highlighted by standout displays from Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé.

French journalist Romain Molina announced on X that he is preparing a major investigation into Argentine football, a move that coincides with Argentina's World Cup campaign, though no findings have been published.

Missael "Missa" Lopez’s path from a 13‑year‑old immigrant in Washington to a professional midfielder and community mentor illustrates how family, perseverance, and global opportunities can shape a sporting career.
Argentina will meet Switzerland in a World Cup quarterfinal on July 11 at Arrowhead Stadium, with Lionel Messi aiming to extend his goal streak while Switzerland looks to overcome the absence of Johan Manzambi.

A look at the world’s top‑earning soccer players ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their salaries, endorsement deals, and recent career moves.

Investigative journalist Romain Molina announced a forthcoming exposé on a alleged ‘mafia’ within Argentine football, as U.S. authorities scrutinize the sport’s governing body for financial irregularities.

A look at the latest quarter‑final results, the key goals that defined them, and the forecasts that surround the next round of matches.

From a message to the Argentine Maccabiah team to a peace‑tour visit at the Western Wall, Lionel Messi’s career has intersected with Jewish and Israeli culture in ways that extend far beyond the football pitch.

Quarterfinal matches across the United States showcase how unprecedented player speeds are influencing outcomes and tactical approaches.

Thousands of fans greeted Egypt's national team at El Alamein airport after their unprecedented advance to the World Cup last 16, where President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi praised the squad's milestone while the Egyptian Football Association and coach Hossam Hassan voiced dissatisfaction with refereeing decisions, prompting FIFA's chief referee Pierluigi Collina to defend the officials.