The 2026 World Cup has been one filled with both excitement and controversy. Though there's been a lot of entertaining soccer, there's also been plenty of outrage. Everything from on-field decisions — with ever-meddlesome VAR reviews making controversial calls throughout the tournament — to off-field visa concerns has been tinged by controversy and debate.

India, July 21 -- Cristiano Ronaldo sparked yet another controversy. This time around, the Portuguese forward did not issue a statement belittling a tournament or a league but made headlines for his social media activity.

Donald Trump was left furious after being publicly snubbed by Argentina defender Cristian Romero during the World Cup final medal ceremony.

While the just-concluded FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament produced thrilling matches and spectacular goals, it also had its fair share of controversies both on and off the field.

Argentina were beaten 1-0 by Spain in the World Cup final but the post-match celebrations were marred by a brawl involving Argentina players and staff.

Soccer fans have widely claimed that FIFA showed favoritism toward Argentina in the World Cup.

Lionel Messi and Argentina are headed to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup after a miraculous comeback victory against Egypt on Monday. After going down 2-0 at the 67th minute, the reigning world champions seemed doomed for a shocking Round of 16 exit.

Barbara Paredes, the sister of Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes, has sparked fresh controversy with her remarks following the loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

Spain’s World Cup triumph was overshadowed by controversy after U.S. President Donald Trump became a major talking point during the The Trump Faces ‘Humiliating’ World Cup Moment As He’s ‘Politely Pus