Michael Cox's series looking back at each World Cup winner concludes with a look at Argentina's victory in Qatar

Argentina starts its title defense right here.

Argentina have named Lionel Messi in their final 26-man squad for the World Cup, with Gianluca Prestianni and Franco Mastantuono among the notable omissions. Benfica’s Prestianni, 20, and Real Madrid’s Mastantuono,

The soccer legends will return to 2026 matches with the most World Cup experience of anyone on the field.

Two of soccer's all-time greats will likely make their final bows on the sport's biggest stage at the 2026 World Cup. Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo can finally pass the baton on to a new generation including Spain's Lamine Yamal.

The Independent has put together a list of the 50 greatest names in World Cup history, based exclusively on their performances in the most prestigious tournament on the planet. With little time left

Argentina's bid for a rare repeat, ticket controversies and the quest for Team USA: They're all here in a Florida-centric World Cup A to Z.