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What made the 2026 FIFA World Cup so special?

What made the 2026 FIFA World Cup so special?

Whether you call it football or soccer, in the past month we all spoke in one language and that is the FIFA World Cup.

This year's supersized World Cup had some things go wrong. There was also a lot that went right

This year's supersized World Cup had some things go wrong. There was also a lot that went right

The World Cup hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico wasn't perfect, but has still been widely hailed as a success

World Cup final between Spain and Argentina watched by roughly 60 million on Fox and Telemundo

World Cup final between Spain and Argentina watched by roughly 60 million on Fox and Telemundo

The World Cup hosted by the U.S., Canada and Mexico wasn't perfect, but has still been widely hailed as a success

Inside the FIFA World Cup 2026: How Brands and Celebs Celebrated Soccer’s Big U.S. Invasion

Inside the FIFA World Cup 2026: How Brands and Celebs Celebrated Soccer’s Big U.S. Invasion

From seeing stars at SoFi Stadium to sampling the tournament's official drink sponsor, here's a look at how brands activated for the tournament

Germany slips to No. 12 in FIFA rankings, which is still probably too high

Germany slips to No. 12 in FIFA rankings, which is still probably too high

Is Germany too high, too low, or just right?

Three Spain stars feature as FIFA reveal World Cup Dream XI

Three Spain stars feature as FIFA reveal World Cup Dream XI

An interesting selection…

Missing the World Cup? Relief is on the way next summer with the Women's World Cup in Brazil

Missing the World Cup? Relief is on the way next summer with the Women's World Cup in Brazil

It’s the women’s turn now

Dortmund’s World Cup Stock Index: Who had the Best (and Worst) Tournament?

Dortmund’s World Cup Stock Index: Who had the Best (and Worst) Tournament?

Here’s a look at who’s stock is up, down, or unchanged after the 2026 World Cup for each Dortmund player

Best moments of the 2026 World Cup

Best moments of the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup produced hundreds of spectacular moments and The Associated Press covered all 104 games over 39 days in the United States, Canada and Mexico from every angle

Who were your World Cup 2026 heroes? Tell us your favourite player, goal and match

Who were your World Cup 2026 heroes? Tell us your favourite player, goal and match

Time to decide!

Lionel Messi, Pau Cubarsi and The 10 Best Players of World Cup 2026

Lionel Messi, Pau Cubarsi and The 10 Best Players of World Cup 2026

These names shone brighter than the rest in the tournament

Which Juventus player had the best World Cup?

Which Juventus player had the best World Cup?

One final question about how the World Cup went for Juventus’ small group of players at the tournament.