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A running archive of The Offside features and quick reads.

Aug 13, 2026

PSG Beat Aston Villa to Win Back-to-Back UEFA Super Cup

PSG defeated Aston Villa 2-1 in an entertaining final to retain the UEFA Super Cup. Kvaratskhelia and Désiré Doué scored for the French side, while 17-year-old Brian Madjo made history as the youngest player ever to score in a final of the competition.

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Aug 10, 2026

The Offside Best XI of the 2026 World Cup: The 11 Players Who Ruled the Tournament

From Spain’s collective dominance to the individual brilliance of stars like Rodri, Bellingham and Dembélé, The Offside picks the 11 players who stood out most at the 2026 World Cup. A team selected based on performance, impact in key matches and consistency throughout the tournament.

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Aug 4, 2026

Six Young Players Who Raised Their Stock at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Not every breakout star becomes the face of a World Cup. While the biggest names grabbed the headlines, several young players quietly announced themselves on football's biggest stage. From Australia to Morocco, these six emerging talents left the tournament with their reputations stronger than ever—and could soon be ready for the next step in their careers.

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Jul 24, 2026

The Biggest Surprises and Disappointments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

From early exits by traditional powerhouses to historic runs by unexpected contenders, we look back at the biggest surprises and disappointments of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, examining what fueled the success of Spain, Morocco, Japan and Paraguay, and what went wrong for Türkiye, Uruguay, Germany and Brazil.

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Jul 21, 2026

Spain Conquers the World: La Roja Defeats Argentina in an Epic Final to Lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, capping one of the most successful long-term projects in international football. Ferran Torres scored the winning goal, while Rodri controlled the midfield, Pau Cubarsí delivered another outstanding defensive display, and Emiliano Martínez produced a historic performance despite ending up on the losing side.

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Jul 17, 2026

Two Semi-finals, Two Classics: Who Was the Best Player Before the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final?

Spain and Argentina booked their places in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final after two captivating semi-finals filled with tactical battles, outstanding team performances and individual brilliance. The Offside breaks down both matches and opens the vote for the Best Player of the Semi-finals.

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Jul 12, 2026

Only Four Remain: Who Was the Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals delivered decisive performances from Ousmane Dembélé, Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham and Julián Álvarez. The Offside breaks down the standout displays and opens the vote to crown the best player of the round.

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Jul 8, 2026

The Knockout Stage Delivers: Who Was the Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 delivered match-winning performances from Azzedine Ounahi, Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, Charles De Ketelaere and Lionel Messi. The Offside breaks down the standout displays and opens the vote for the best player of the round.

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