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Grading FIFA's changes to the World Cup, from expansion to hydration breaks
Now that the World Cup is over, let's evaluate all the things that FIFA did differently. Which new features earned A's, and which ones were utter flops?
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World Cup musings: Argentina let Messi down; England have regressed
Now that the dust has settled, what better time for Gabriele Marcotti to pause and reflect on what we've seen?
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English Premier League
Meet Liverpool's new boss: Iraola opens up on vision to unite Anfield fanbase
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What to expect from Arsenal's new $45.7M winger Christos Tzolis
Transfer Talk
Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea near move for Palace's Lacroix
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Men's transfer grades: Man City get B- for club-record Anderson deal
Spain rise to the top
Top of the world: How Spain built historic dominance of both men's and women's games
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Stargazing: Inside the last days of Spain's quest for a second World Cup
Must-see from the MLS
Inter Miami keeper scores brutal own goal
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Antoine Griezmann scores in his MLS debut
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NEW THREADS
Real Madrid's new away kit first green jersey since Mourinho was last at Bernabéu
Adidas
Man United go retro with royal blue 2026-27 away kit
Focus on FIFA
Hislop against potential further World Cup expansion
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Could Gianni Infantino resign after World Cup backlash?
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From chaos to history: How Wrexham's first Champions League campaign came about
Best and worst at the World Cup
World Cup grades: Infantino, Bielsa both earn an F
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World Cup's best and most disappointing XIs, from Messi to Pulisic
Top Headlines
- Germany calls briefing amid Klopp coach reports
- Barcelona sign Karim Adeyemi from Dortmund
- Sources: Real Madrid still interested in Rodri
- Anderson completes move to Man City from Forest
- Barça's De Jong (MCL tear) could miss months
- Garnacho joins Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea
- 'Iconic' Luka Modric extends Milan deal to 2027
- Norway FA chief: FIFA must admit Balogun 'error'
- 💯 Men's summer transfer window grades
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Messi didn't play well in World Cup final vs. Spain: So what? He's still the GOAT
It's unlikely Messi will play in a World Cup final again, and although he disappointed against Spain, it will be forgotten due to his dazzling career.
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Projecting the USMNT 2030 World Cup roster: 30 players to rep the U.S. in four years
The tears are barely dry from the USMNT's 2026 World Cup exit, but the page immediately turns to the 2030 World Cup. Here's who could represent the U.S. in four years.
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Breakout stars of the 2026 World Cup: Diomande, Freeman, Manzambi, more
The 2026 World Cup will be remembered for how all the superstars showed up and dominated, but we've also had a few young talents breaking though. Here are four of the best we'll remember going into the 2026-27 season.
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The Dream Factory: Inside the 'cruel' system behind Argentina's soccer empire
An investigation into Argentina's soccer system that produced the defending World Cup champions found that it is rife with exploitation.
Legends chasing milestones
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Cristiano Ronaldo goal tracker: Road to 1,000 career goals
With Cristiano Ronaldo on the quest to score 1,000 goals, ESPN provides goal-by-goal analysis of the Portuguese superstar's quest.
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Messi tracker: Goals, assists, key moments in 2026
ESPN provides game-by-game analysis of Lionel Messi's performances for Inter Miami and Argentina.
