Mumbai, June 29 -- The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the stage where every match could define a nation's legacy.

The expanded 48-team format has already delivered fresh contenders, surprise results and compelling narratives, and the knockout rounds promise even greater drama, according to a release.

As teams battle for a place in football history, here are ten storylines set to shape the remainder of the tournament.

- The Final World Cup Chapter for Messi and Ronaldo?

Every knockout match could be the final FIFA World Cup appearance for Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Two players who have dominated world football for over two decades now find themselves just a few victories away from another shot at football's biggest prize - o...