World Cup 2026 Concluded; Football World Shifts Focus Post-Tournament
With Spain crowned champions in July, the international football calendar is currently quiet for major national team events, with attention turning to club football and youth tournaments.
The story
The FIFA World Cup 2026, which captivated fans across North America from June 11 to July 19, has officially concluded. Spain lifted their second World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina 1-0 in a hard-fought final held in New York New Jersey.
As of October 20, 2026, there are no new matches or results from the tournament to report, as the global showpiece wrapped up months ago. The football world is now in a post-tournament phase, with the focus shifting away from international senior team competitions to club leagues and upcoming youth tournaments. Fans are looking ahead to the next cycle of football events, as the excitement of the World Cup has settled.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Declan Rice | Arsenal | Arsenal (new contract) | Expected to rise towards £350,000 a week |
| Alex Scott | Bournemouth | Chelsea/Liverpool/Real Madrid (linked) | In excess of £100m (reported) |
What we'll be watching
- The FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup Morocco 2026, which began on October 17 and runs until November 7.
- The FIFA U-17 World Cup Qatar 2026, scheduled to kick off on November 19 and conclude on December 13.
- The FIFA Intercontinental Cup 2026, where clubs will compete for global glory.
- The 2026-27 UEFA Champions League season, featuring a new format with a single league table.
- The FIFA Women's World Cup Brazil 2027, with qualification processes currently underway for the tournament next summer.
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