Group Stage: 32 teams were divided into 8 groups (A to H) of 4 teams each. Each team played three matches in a round-robin format. The top two teams from each group advanced to the knockout stage.
Knockout Stage: Included the Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, and the Final. It followed a single-elimination format.
Champions: France won the tournament, defeating Croatia 4-2 in the final to claim their second World Cup title.
Kylian Mbappé (France): His performances, including a goal in the final, earned him the Best Young Player award.
The 2018 FIFA World Cup was celebrated for its organization, competitive matches, and the emergence of new footballing stars, leaving a lasting impact on the footballing world