Which national soccer teams have the world’s best players?
The ideal starting 11 is spread across seven squads as some of the game’s greatest goalscorers take their final bow at the 2026 World Cup
Lamine Yamal: ‘I see myself as much better than how people see me’
Spain’s 18-year-old soccer star reflects on his journey from Rocafonda, the importance of being confident and the sacrifices behind his success
A wingers’ World Cup kicks off under the shadow of Messi–Ronaldo rivalry
Host nation Mexico faces South Africa in the opener of a World Cup marked by geopolitical tension, extreme weather, and long transfers between games
Luis de la Fuente: ‘Sometimes it’s very difficult to make things simple’
The Spain coach discusses his methods and the qualities of his squad ahead of the Nations League semifinal against France
Rodri: Soccer’s most anticipated return
In September 2024, a serious knee injury halted the career of Rodrigo Hernández, a key player for both the Spanish national team and Manchester City. One month later, he received the Ballon d’Or. Now, Rodri is back. We visited him in Manchester
Lamine Yamal: ‘I listen to old-school rappers like 50 Cent, Eminem... and some flamenco’
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The FC Barcelona player stars in the latest Beats ad campaign. In the clip, he becomes the owner of his own record label
Rocafonda, the neighborhood that regained its pride thanks to soccer sensation Lamine Yamal
The young star of Spain’s national team, which will face England on Sunday at the Euro2024 final, has empowered the working-class community where he grew up by popularizing part of its zip code, 08304
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