Why Michael Oliver, Anthony Taylor cannot referee ...

Michael Oliver and Anthony Taylor have been ruled out of refereeing the World Cup final. But why?

Thomas Tuchel insists there are "no cracks" with Jude Bellingham and believes the pair are closer than ever before despite the England star publicly hitting back at his manager.

Marc Guehi said all the pressure is on Argentina ahead of England's semifinal against the reigning champions on Wednesday, while Ezri Konsa added the team must ignore the external noise over the rivalry between the two countries.

England coach Thomas Tuchel said he has considered man-marking Lionel Messi in Wednesday's World Cup semifinal against Argentina.

Luis de la Fuente said Spain are "feeling unbeatable" after reaching the World Cup final with a 2-0 win over France.

Kylian Mbappé seemed to question Didier Deschamps' approach and tactics after France's 2-0 defeat to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinal on Tuesday.

Listen to Harry Kane's teammates, and they'll describe him as England's greatest ever player. He is one of their best-ever captains, too.

France head coach Didier Deschamps said his team wasn't technically sound enough in his team's 2-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup semifinals.

Spain have sealed their place in the 2026 World Cup final, but why did France collapse so easily?

For the past 11 World Cup finals, both Bayern Munich and Inter Milan had been represented. But that amazing streak is now over for one of those clubs.

Spain produced a dominant World Cup display as they saw off a France team full of supporters -- how did ESPN rate the players' performances?

Argentina will draw inspiration from the peerless Diego Maradona as a new generation of stars attempt to get the better of England once again.

Spain are the first team to book their spot in the World Cup final after beating France 2-0 in Dallas.

Marseille forward Mason Greenwood is nearing a four-year deal deal with Fenerbahçe after Atlético Madrid dropped their pursuit of the former Manchester United player -- saying he was unreachable, sources told ESPN.

Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister said playing in the Premier League with Liverpool may be helpful when facing England on Wednesday in Atlanta.

In the latest iteration of a footballing rivalry that goes back generations, England and Argentina are due to showdown in the World Cup semifinal.

Manchester United have announced the signing of midfielder Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa.

As they prepare to face France's four musketeers, Spain have built their own powerful "all for one" mentality together in their World Cup summer camp.

France face Spain in the first 2026 World Cup semifinal and you can follow all of the action on ESPN.

Wednesday will see England and Argentina meet for the first time since 2005, and it's a rivalry that has defined the World Cup thanks to some unforgettable encounters. Here's why this game is so compelling.

France and Spain are set to face each other in a blockbuster semifinal of the World Cup as stars Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé fight to earn a place in the final.

ESPN has asked LaLiga players and coaches what it's like to take on Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé, who will clash in Tuesday's World Cup semifinal.

There are few goals in football history that have generated as much debate, legacy and, in many corners furore as Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" -- scored at the 1986 World Cup against England.

Harry Kane says a World Cup semifinal against historic rivals Argentina is "as big as it gets" but stressed England cannot be drawn into the emotional baggage surrounding the fixture.

United States striker Folarin Balogun has revealed he predicted President Trump's involvement in overturning his World Cup suspension would "cause a lot of controversy."

No further officers from the UK are being sent to Atlanta for the World Cup semifinal between England and Argentina on Wednesday

Manchester United signed veteran goalkeeper Karl Darlow on Tuesday.

A complaint alleging FIFA president Gianni Infantino has breached rules on political neutrality in his dealings with President Donald Trump has been submitted to the International Olympic Committee.

Besiktas have agreed a deal with Arsenal for winger Leandro Trossard, the north London club have announced.

Spanish champions Barcelona have more players than any other club still competing for World Cup glory.