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Only Four Remain: Who Was the Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarter-finals delivered decisive performances from Ousmane Dembélé, Thibaut Courtois, Jude Bellingham and Julián Álvarez. The Offside breaks down the standout displays and opens the vote to crown the best player of the round.

The Knockout Stage Delivers: Who Was the Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 delivered match-winning performances from Azzedine Ounahi, Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, Charles De Ketelaere and Lionel Messi. The Offside breaks down the standout displays and opens the vote for the best player of the round.

The Knockout Stage Begins: Who Was the Best Player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 delivered match-winning performances from Youri Tielemans, Harry Kane, Julián Quiñones, Orlando Gil and Kylian Mbappé. The Offside breaks down the standout performers from the opening knockout round and invites readers to cast their vote.

Best Player of Matchday 3 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup: standout performances before the knockout stage.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage is over, and Matchday 3 delivered standout performances from Vinícius Júnior, Ousmane Dembélé, Jean Paul van Hecke and Pape Gueye. The Offside breaks down the leading contenders for Player of the Matchday and invites readers to cast their vote.

Messi, Cristiano, Vinícius and unlikely heroes: who was the best player of World Cup Matchday Two?

The second round of the 2026 World Cup delivered historic performances, record-breaking moments, emphatic victories and standout individual displays. From established superstars to rising talents and goalkeepers who defied the odds, The Offside breaks down the leading contenders for Player of the Round and opens the vote to readers.

Best Player of the 2026 World Cup Opening Round: veterans, stars and a new global sensation

The opening round of the 2026 World Cup has already delivered memorable performances. From emerging talents and legendary veterans to established superstars, The Offside breaks down the leading contenders for Player of the Round and invites readers to cast their vote.

Between favorites, champions and underdogs: what to expect from the 2026 World Cup.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is about to begin. In this special feature, The Offside analyzes some of the national teams arriving at the tournament with the highest expectations, greatest pressure and strongest potential to shape the competition, including title contenders, defending champions and possible surprise packages.

Premier League Awards 2025/26: The characters who defined the season’s story.

The 2025/26 Premier League season has come to an end, leaving behind unforgettable characters, storylines, and campaigns that shaped English football. In this special editorial, The Offside revisits the league’s defining figures through our Premier League Awards: Player of the Season, Young Player of the Season, Manager of the Season, Surprise Team, Best Signing, Biggest Disappointment, Match of the Season, and the Most Underrated Player of the Year.

One generation, two titles: PSG beat Arsenal on penalties to secure a second Champions League crown.

After a 1–1 draw in a final defined by Parisian dominance and Arsenal resilience, PSG prevailed in the penalty shootout to lift their second UEFA Champions League title.

Crystal Palace beat Rayo in historic final to win first European trophy.

With a decisive goal from Mateta, Crystal Palace beat Rayo Vallecano 1–0 in Leipzig to win the Conference League and lift the first European trophy in the club’s history.

Arsenal close the season with victory over Palace and celebrate Premier League title ahead of Champions League final.

Already crowned Premier League champions, Arsenal defeated Crystal Palace 2–1 at Selhurst Park and wrapped up their domestic campaign in celebratory fashion ahead of the Champions League final.

Tottenham survive relegation scare, beat Everton and avoid disaster on the final day.

Tottenham defeated Everton 1–0 in an emotionally exhausting final-day clash and secured Premier League survival after one of the most chaotic seasons in the club’s recent history.

Aston Villa dismantle Freiburg in Istanbul and return to the top of European football after 44 years.

With an outstanding collective display and another European masterclass from Unai Emery, Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3–0 to win the UEFA Europa League for the first time in club history.

Chelsea beat Tottenham in derby clash and turn the final day into a battle for Europe and survival drama.

Chelsea defeated Tottenham 2–1 at Stamford Bridge to keep their European hopes alive, while Spurs remain dragged into the Premier League relegation fight heading into the final round.

Manchester City stumble against Bournemouth as Arsenal seal Premier League title after 22 years.

Manchester City were held to a 1–1 draw away at Bournemouth, allowing Arsenal to mathematically secure the Premier League title after a 22-year wait.

Arsenal struggle against Burnley, win 1–0 and move within touching distance of the Premier League title.

With a goal from Kai Havertz, Arsenal beat Burnley 1–0 at the Emirates Stadium and piled huge pressure on Manchester City in the Premier League title race.

Aston Villa crush Liverpool, take top-four spot and pile pressure on the Reds.

With an outstanding collective performance and a starring display from Ollie Watkins, Aston Villa beat Liverpool 4–2 at Villa Park and moved into the Premier League top four.

Manchester City dominate Crystal Palace and pile title-race pressure on Arsenal.

With a dominant collective display, Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 3–0 and kept the Premier League title race alive heading into the final weeks of the season.

Tottenham concede late draw against Leeds and remain under relegation pressure.

Tottenham took the lead through Mathys Tel but conceded an equaliser to Leeds after a second-half penalty, remaining under heavy pressure near the bottom of the Premier League table.

Arsenal survive late drama, beat West Ham and move within touching distance of the title.

With a Trossard winner and a late West Ham equaliser ruled out by VAR, Arsenal earned a crucial away victory and moved one step closer to the Premier League title.

City dominate Brentford, win at the Etihad and keep title race alive.

After a dominant but goalless first half, Manchester City found space after the break, beat Brentford 3–0 and kept the pressure on Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

Liverpool and Chelsea draw at Anfield and miss crucial late-season opportunity.

Liverpool and Chelsea played out a tense 1–1 draw at Anfield, a result that keeps pressure on the Reds in the Champions League race and further complicates the Blues’ push for European football.

PSG knock out Bayern in thrilling semi-final and return to Champions League final.

After a dramatic two-legged tie filled with goals and attacking football, PSG drew 1–1 with Bayern Munich in Germany and advanced to the Champions League final with a 6–5 aggregate victory.

Arsenal beat Atlético, control the game and return to Champions League final after 20 years.

With control and efficiency at the decisive moment, Arsenal beat Atlético Madrid 1–0, secured a 2–1 aggregate win and reached the Champions League final after two decades.