Guardian Australia · World Cup 2026

Top 30: from half a million World Cup photos, why I love these the best

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Our picture editor chooses his favourite images from the tournament including Lionel Messi’s cathedral, that delicious diving header from Jude Bellingham and a humbling scene in Gaza

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