The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament, just a week in, has produced not just one breakout midfielder, but three.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Day 10 Highlights: The 10th day of the FIFA World Cup 2026 began with the Netherlands putting on a dominating show against Sweden.

Germany had not advanced from the group stage since winning the 2014 tournament in Brazil, and coach Julian Nagelsmann had been under huge pressure to make that breakthrough.

Germany vs Ivory Coast, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match: Germany reached the World Cup knockout phase for the first time since 2014 as 'super-sub' Deniz Undav scored twice in a dramatic, come-from-behind 2-1 victory over Ivory Coast in Toronto on Saturday.

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, under investigation for alleged betting-related offenses, has received authorization to enter Canada for his nation's World Cup match against Germany

Two years after leaving the United States following a series of unsuccessful MLS tryouts, Yan Diomande is shining at the World Cup for Ivory Coast -- and still grieving a family tragedy.

Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, who is under investigation for alleged betting-related offences, has not been authorised to travel to Canada for his team's next World Cup match against Germany

Day 4 promises even more excitement, with giants Germany set to face Curacao and three-time finalists Netherlands taking on Japan.

Despite his reputation as one of the finest forwards in the world, Yan Diomande is keen to prove his true potential on the grandest stage of all, as he fulfils his FIFA World Cup dream with Ivory Coast.