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The 2026 World Cup includes an unprecedented number of players over 40, the highest in the tournament’s history — and it is no coincidence
New training methods and approaches to physical maintenance have redrawn the limits of a footballer’s career, and the American tournament makes this even clearer.
Hosting the World Cup, the United States faced a complex logistical challenge: transforming major NFL stadiums into football venues
The main issue concerned the playing surfaces, as the NFL does not require teams to play on natural grass.
Julián Quiñones, the Mexican Who Scored the World Cup’s First Goal, Became Mexican at 26
The First Goalscorer of the 2026 World Cup Was Born in Colombia, a Teammate of Retegui in Saudi Arabia, and Only the Second Naturalised Player to Score for El Tri at a World Cup.
The World Cup will be a logistical nightmare for New York, especially for commuters
A large number of fans will move between Manhattan and MetLife Stadium, where the final will also be played. Residents will face congested streets and public transport under significantly heavier pressure than usual.
Young Italians Still Believe in Football and Street Football, According to a New adidas Study
This is also why “The Yard” has been organised in Milan, an immersive experience celebrating the game and its purest essence.
Unlike his predecessor as England manager, Gareth Southgate, Thomas Tuchel is only a coach
As in English clubs, the all-purpose manager role is in decline, and the German coach sits within this shift.
Germany have included an extra player in their World Cup squad
Count the players in the photo: 27 (no trick, just an unusual presence).
Camp Nou renovation still a long way from completion, with Barcelona needing €400 million to finish the works
When Mikel Oyarzabal plays for Spain, he becomes one of the most effective players in international football.
At Real Sociedad he is a symbol and a reliable forward. With Spain, however, he is like a superhero’s cape.
From 2027, BOSS to become Official Lifestyle Outfitter of the Australian Open
The brand’s aesthetic aligns with Melbourne’s Happy Slam, one of the most colourful tournaments on the tennis circuit.
World Cup 2026 referees to receive record fees, up to a maximum of €376,000
Only the top match officials, those selected for the decisive matches of the tournament, will reach such sums. FIFA’s guaranteed fees have more than doubled compared to the 2014 edition.
With a new Emirates deal, Real Madrid will receive €100 million per year for its main shirt sponsorship
Real Madrid to be the team with the highest shirt sponsorship revenue.