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19 Jul 2026, 23:49 GMT

After a 16 year wait, Spain have claimed a second men's World Cup. Ferran Torres scored the winner in a deserved 1-0 victory over Argentina, which means Spain are now men’s and women’s world champions.

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Spain win World Cup for second time after beating Argentina 1-0
19 Jul 2026, 18:06 GMT 3 variants

The Bundesliga has a new home on American screens after Germany's top football league left ESPN. The new deal is a sign of the times.

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New Bundesliga TV deal in US prioritizes reach over money
16 Jul 2026, 07:10 GMT 2 video variants

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Russians have long pulled the strings when it comes to the governing body of international chess. But now two Germans are vying for FIDE's top job.

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15 Jul 2026, 10:10 GMT 2 variants

From the Falkland Islands to Diego Maradona and David Beckham, there is so much history between the two 2026 World Cup semifinalists.

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England vs. Argentina: A football rivalry full of history
13 Jul 2026, 12:03 GMT 2 video variants

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The fallout from Folarin Balogun's red card reversal continues as reports suggest the chairman of FIFA’s disciplinary committee made the decision unilaterally. Meanwhile, the World Cup could be set to expand once more.

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10 Jul 2026, 15:25 GMT 2 video variants

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In exclusive comments to DW, Ukraine's sports minister, Matviy Bidnyi, said he is outraged by the IOC opening the door to Russia's return to the Olympics

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10 Jul 2026, 10:06 GMT 2 variants

The World Cup can offer more than just entertainment, it can also benefit your mental well-being. DW explains why.

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Why the World Cup can be good for your mental health
10 Jul 2026, 08:47 GMT 2 variants

Germany have endured three straight disappointing World Cups. Experts say the reasons why are connected to football, but also to German society.

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What's behind Germany's World Cup woes?
8 Jul 2026, 13:40 GMT 3 variants

Egypt were left seething by their narrow and dramatic round-of-16 defeat against Argentina. Coach Hossam Hassan accused the referee of favoring the defending World Cup champions.

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Egypt's wrath after World Cup exit: 'The match was rigged'
7 Jul 2026, 11:27 GMT 2 video variants

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A Paraguayan lawmaker has sparked outrage with racist insults directed at footballer Kylian Mbappe. The French FA says it will take legal action, and President Emmanuel Macron has expressed support for the player.

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7 Jul 2026, 09:25 GMT 2 video variants

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FIFA’s actions at the World Cup, and closeness to Donald Trump, have put the organization under fire. Federations, fans, coaches and players have gone public with complaints, but is there a way out?

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6 Jul 2026, 15:42 GMT 2 video variants

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One of the few certainties of World Cup football has been rocked after Donald Trump lobbied FIFA to overturn a US red card suspension. The decision has caused outrage but it isn't completely without precedent.

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3 Jul 2026, 09:59 GMT 3 variants

The German Football Associationand national team coach Nagelsmann have parted ways after Germany's poor display at the 2026 World Cup.

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The downfall: Julian Nagelsmann out as Germany coach
2 Jul 2026, 14:44 GMT 3 variants

Mexico has fully embraced its role as a World Cup host. Visitors are raving about the atmosphere and say they wish that there were more knockout-stage matches in Mexico as opposed to in the United States.

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Is Mexico the 2026 World Cup's best host country?
2 Jul 2026, 09:13 GMT 2 variants

It has been claimed that following Germany's World Cup exit, some fans launched a petition seeking to ban "African" and "Muslim" players from the national team — and that DW reported the story. This is not true.

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Fact check: Racist German fan petition story false