FIFA World Cup 2026
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Points Table
| TEAMS | P | W | PTS. |
|---|---|---|---|
 MEX (Q)
|
3 | 3 | 9 |
 RSA (Q)
|
3 | 1 | 4 |
 KOR
|
3 | 1 | 3 |
 CZE
|
3 | 0 | 1 |
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 NEWS
Match Features
'Thank you, once again': Argentina thanks India for support during FIFA World Cup 2026
Even after defeat, Argentina still had a reason to thank its Indian supporters, who stood by the team throughout the tournament.
FIFA World Cup Final 2026: Steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal joins Donald Trump, other leaders
Steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal was among a select group of political and business leaders attending the FIFA World Cup Final, joining U.S. President Donald Trump, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and FIFA President Gianni Infantino as the tournament concluded
FIFA under fire as Europe’s rights body flags rule changes, gambling ties and governance concerns
In an open letter addressed to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, the head of the 46-nation Council of Europe, Alain Berset, warned that the governing body was veering into dangerous territory.
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win FIFA World Cup 2026; Torres scores the win
Torres struck 37 seconds into the second period of extra time, converting a headed cross from Nico Williams to settle a match Spain had controlled for large stretches without reward
'Happy now, children?': Kerala declares school holiday for FIFA World Cup final, students get Monday off
Football has dominated conversations in Kerala throughout the tournament, with several ministers openly backing their favourite teams.
FIFA World Cup 2026 closing ceremony: Date, time, performers and how to watch in India
The ceremony will celebrate the unforgettable journey of the tournament's 48 teams across the three host countries and 16 Host Cities.
Every World Cup 2026 team guaranteed at least $12.5 mn even before kick-off: How FIFA's new financial model works
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become the richest tournament in football history, with FIFA guaranteeing every qualified team at least USD 12.5 million before the competition even begins. The revamped financial model combines participation grants with performance-based rewards, ensuring every nation benefits from the tournament's record revenues.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Prize Money: How much will the winners and runners-up earn?
Argentina are chasing a fourth World Cup title, while Spain are bidding to lift the trophy for only the second time
From BTS to Jennifer Hudson to Tom Cruise: Here's who's performing at FIFA World Cup 2026 final
For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, the final will feature a halftime show, produced in partnership with Global Citizen
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: When, where and how to watch Spain vs Argentina live in India
The title clash will be played at the iconic MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, marking the first World Cup final to be hosted in the New York metropolitan area.