In our ninth extract from The Soccer 100, we return to Mexico City in 1986 and the goals, grit and guile which saw Argentina ...

Brazil may lead the historical count, but Argentina arrive as defending champions and remain one of the dominant forces of ...

The England soccer team has had some great goalkeepers. The goalkeeping position is undoubtedly one of the most crucial ...

As part of our buildup to the 2026 FIFA men’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico, we are publishing excerpted chapters from The Soccer 100, The Athletic’s definitive book on the 100 ...

We analyse Argentina's style, form, key players, and predictions as Lionel Scaloni finalises his preparations for the 2026 ...

The squads and the superstars are in their final preparations. Let's answer some big World Cup questions before the curtain rises.

In need of lightweight uniforms for the blazing Mexico City sun, Argentina's staff found makeshift alternatives in a Mexican ...

Maradona’s room-mate at Mexico 1986 recalls how Argentina won their second FIFA World Cup and sizes up his nation’s chances at the upcoming global showpiece.

It is 40 years since Diego Maradona dominated the FIFA World Cup finals in Mexico, scoring some of the tournament's most iconic goals and inspiring the Albiceleste to the title.

Discover every FIFA World Cup award explained, including the Golden Ball, Golden Boot, Golden Glove, Young Player Award, Fair ...

Discover which countries have appeared most often at the FIFA World Cup, from Brazil and Germany to one-time participants and ...

Athletes from all over the West Texas area won Athlete of the Week awards. Now, its the community's decision to vote for the ...