Spain have made football history by becoming the first country to simultaneously hold both the FIFA Men’s World Cup and FIFA Women’s World Cup titles following their victory over Argentina in the 2026 final.
Spain are FIFA World Cup champions once again after Ferran Torres’ extra-time winner secured a 1-0 victory over Argentina in New Jersey, denying Lionel Messi a fairytale international farewell.
Seven African nations have secured qualification for the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 after strong group-stage performances. Morocco, South Africa, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Cabo Verde, Senegal and Ghana are through, while Algeria and DR Congo remain in contention ahead of their decisive final matches.
France secured top spot in Group I after Ousmane Dembele’s brilliant hat-trick inspired a 4-1 victory over Norway, while Senegal boosted their Round of 32 hopes with a dominant 5-0 win over Iraq.
Mexico became the first team to qualify for the knockout stage as Canada crushed Qatar 6-0 and Switzerland beat Bosnia 4-1.
