Guardian Writers' World Cup 2026 Awards: Haaland, the Azteca and Dramatic Penalties

Guardian journalists have compiled their personal awards and highlights from the 2026 World Cup. The Paraguay vs Germany match, which ended 1-1 before Germany were knocked out in a penalty shootout, was singled out as the most dramatic game of the tournament. Erling Haaland broke scoring records, and matches at the iconic Estadio Azteca provided some of the most memorable moments.