What is a 'golden goal' and why is it trending at the 2026 World Cup?

The term 'golden goal' is trending during the 2026 World Cup. Here's why was the sudden death format removed by FIFA.

Golden Boot tiebreakers, explained: What happens if players finish level in World Cup top goal-scorer battle

The Golden Boot is awarded to the World Cup's top scorer, but goals alone don't always decide the winner. Here's how FIFA separates players who finish level in the race.
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What is a golden goal in soccer? Explaining one of the most controversial rules the sport has had

The concept was similar to "sudden death" in other sports, but FIFA adopted the term "golden goal" in the early 1990s because it was viewed as having more positive connotations. The rule only applied after a match remained tied following 90 minutes of ...
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What was the golden goal, why did FIFA eliminate it, and what was the last match in which it was used?

Sports-lover turned journalist, born and bred in Scotland, with a passion for football (soccer). He’s also a keen follower of NFL, NBA, golf and tennis, among others, and always has an eye on the latest in science, tech and current affairs. As Managing ...
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World Cup Golden Boot: Kylian Mbappé wins after Lionel Messi is held scoreless in final

The stars were out throughout the 2026 World Cup, and they shined bright through the final days of the tournament. Mbappé held on to win the Golden Boot, the award bestowed upon the World Cup's top goal scorer, after Messi was held scoreless in Argentina ...

France vs. England battle for bronze at the World Cup. See the best photos

Kylian Mbappé’s France and Harry Kane’s England meet in the 2026 World Cup third-place match in Miami, Florida for one last podium finish.