World Cup 2026: Guardian Writers Pick Their Best Games and Star Players
Guardian journalists have shared their standout moments from the 2026 World Cup, with Mexico vs England at the Azteca, Argentina's late comeback against Egypt, and Rodri emerging as player picks dominating the verdicts.
Guardian Writers Pick Their World Cup 2026 Highlights
The Guardian has published its collective verdict on the 2026 World Cup, with a panel of football writers choosing their best games, moments and standout players from a tournament that delivered plenty of drama across North America.
Mexico vs England at the Azteca Takes Top Honours
If one match dominated the panel’s picks, it was Mexico 2-3 England, played at the famous Estadio Azteca. Several writers named it as their game of the tournament. Nick Ames, who attended the match, called it
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