Analysis

Foreign coaches bring pedigree, but the World Cup still rewards national identity, trust and time more than reputation alone

There was an unmistakable irony about Spain's 2-0 victory over France in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final.

Argentina's dramatic semifinal victory over England reinforced a familiar narrative.

Spain's route to the final was built on control and nerve, but against Argentina, the real test is whether they...

A club with big dreams, but blurred direction: Newcastle's rise has stalled as exits, misses and mixed signals cloud their...

England’s World Cup dream did not die because they lacked talent. It did not disappear because Argentina were simply too...

There are few young footballers blessed with as much natural ability as Alejandro Garnacho, but his career is now in...

Argentina’s latest late comeback was no fairytale twist, but the ruthless result of England retreating, Tuchel miscalculating and Messi seizing...

For nearly a decade, Gianni Infantino has occupied the most influential office in world football.

A legacy is on the line, as Lionel Messi meets England for the first time, with a World Cup final...