The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts ...

The Real Madrid legend had been the hero of the 1998 World Cup final when his country won it for the first time and a cheeky ...

At the 1998 FIFA World Cup™ Final, Zinedine Zidane rose to the occasion with two first-half goals to lead France past Brazil ...

MLS legend Bradley Wright-Phillips was all smiles when talking about brother Shaun's England games and FIFA World Cup's move ...

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 ...

Zinedine Zidane's 1998 World Cup win (3-0) vaulted his fame and transformed France's team play. France was able to replicate ...

The question of which city hosted the 1998 World Cup final remains a popular piece of trivia for soccer fans worldwide. On July 12, 1998, the unforgettable 1998 FIFA World Cup final took place in a ...

In 1998, Ronaldo faced health issues and pressure, while Zinedine Zidane's key goals clinched a World Cup victory for France, and cemented his legendary status.

Regarded as football’s highest individual honour, the Ballon d’Or has consistently rewarded excellence at both club and international levels, with FIFA World Cup years often intensifying the contest ...

In DepthLess than three months before the 2026 World Cup, the former French maestro is the clear frontrunner to succeed France's football squad head coach Didier Deschamps, who will step down at the ...

In the 1998 World Cup final, Ronaldo stumbled, while Zidane shone, leading France to a 3-0 victory over Brazil. Both are top nations entering this year's WC.

As a player, Zinedine Zidane won the 1998 Ballon d’Or and was a three-time Fifa World Player of the Year. (EPA Images pic) French football icon Zinedine Zidane has agreed to take over his national ...