World Cup 2026 Archives - Northeastern Global News

Spain's Marc Cucurella dribbles the ball toward an Argentine player during the World Cup final.

The numbers that show Spain’s dominance in the World Cup final

by Greg St. Martin

Spanish player Ferran Torres cheers on the field after scoring a goal.

Spain defeats Argentina in final match to win World Cup 1-0

by Cesareo Contreras

Erling Haaland goes after the ball during a match against England.

Can you guess your favorite World Cup team based on signature passes?

by Hannah Morse

A student with a blue shirt and sunglasses photographs himself in the stands of the World Cup stadium.

University News

This Northeastern student worked for FIFA at the World Cup

by Hannah Morse

Can Network Science Predict the World Cup?

by Neely Coe

Lionel Messi dribbles the ball during a semi-final game against England.

Spain versus Argentina: Team brilliance versus individual star power

by Cesareo Contreras

Kylian Mbappé controlling the ball under pressure from Rodri, with a Venezuela-jersey defender closing in from the left.

A look at the World Cup’s top players, according to the data

by Cesareo Contreras

England player wearing number 10 raises both arms and looks up in celebration, with a packed stadium of fans behind him.

Argentina vs England preview: A match between Messi and Bellingham

by Cesareo Contreras

Kylian Mbappé strikes the ball between two Morocco defenders, Mazraoui and one wearing No. 14, as it deflects off the second defender's hands.

Spain versus France preview: A showdown between two titan teams

by Cesareo Contreras

An Argentine player heads the ball during a match against Egypt.

The 2026 World Cup’s header trends: More assists, higher precision

by Greg St. Martin

England midfielder Jude Bellingham (10) scores a goal.

Bellingham, Paredes key players in World Cup quarterfinal matchups

by Cesareo Contreras

Two male soccer players in red jerseys protest a call by an official, seen holding his arms up in a yellow jersey.

Are some teams getting favorable calls in World Cup matches?

by Cesareo Contreras