More stoppages gave substitutes more time to stamp their mark – but how many goals is too many for one tournament?

ATLANTA (AP) — The World Cup final between Spain and defending champion Argentina marks the end of the biggest tournament in the competition’s history. At the final whistle in New Jersey on Sunday, a record 104 games will have been played across almost six weeks and three countries.

FIFA will review the "disgusting" brawl at the end of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Violence broke out moments after the full-time whistle, with Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes appearing to throw punches at members of Spain's celebrating squad.

VAR has changed how soccer is officiated and it has new powers at the 2026 World Cup. Here is how the video review system works.

Donald Trump’s stage appearance at the 2026 World Cup final turned uncomfortable when an SBS commentator’s hot-mic remark exposed what many viewers were posting. The president walked onto the pitch

Spain have won the World Cup, and we've reviewed every VAR decision and refereeing controversy of the tournament, including Enzo Fernandez's red card in the final as Argentina lost.

By Julien Pretot NEW YORK, July 19 (Reuters) - The 2026 World Cup may ultimately be remembered less for the identity of its winner than for the question it left hanging over the game: how much of soccer’s American makeover will survive once the tournament leaves North America?

Spain defeated Lionel Messi’s Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup. Substitute Ferran Torres struck in the second half of extra time to secure Spain’s second World Cup after a disappointing Argentina were reduced to 10 men.