Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win its second FIFA World Cup title in North America, marking its 38th consecutive match without a loss and becoming the first country to hold both men's and women's World Cup titles simultaneously. The final featured a controversial 25-minute halftime show.
British runner Josh Kerr broke the mile world record in London, finishing in 3 minutes and 42.66 seconds. He surpassed Moroccan runner Hicham El Guerrouj's 1999 record by nearly half a second, fulfilling his 'Project 222' goal at the Wanda Diamond League meet.
FIFA successfully staged its first World Cup final halftime show, uniting global music icons like Madonna, Justin Bieber, BTS, Shakira, and Coldplay. The 11-minute spectacle celebrated togetherness and unity, featuring diverse acts from six continents, football legends, and beloved characters.
Julian Alvarez scored in the 112th minute and Lautaro Martinez added another goal late in extra time to secure Argentina's 3-1 victory over Switzerland in the World Cup quarterfinals. Alexis Mac Allister also scored for Argentina. The win sends Argentina to the semifinals to face England.
Argentina narrowly defeated Switzerland 3-1 in a tense quarterfinal match, advancing to the FIFA World Cup semifinals. Julián Alvarez scored the go-ahead goal in extra time after Switzerland played a man down due to a red card for Breel Embolo's faked fall. Argentina will face England next.
England secured a 2-1 extra-time victory against Norway in the World Cup quarterfinals, advancing to the semifinals. Despite challenging heat in Miami Gardens, Jude Bellingham scored twice, including the winning goal, to keep England's title hopes alive.
