The international soccer scene just got spicier than a Mission District burrito, and we’re here for every juicy moment.

Kylian Mbappé and the French national team are strutting their way to the 2026 World Cup with a killer 4-0 victory against Ukraine that’s got everyone talking. Our boy Mbappé didn’t just play - he dominated, scoring two goals and inching closer to becoming France’s all-time top scorer.

Ronaldo’s Red Card Chaos

Meanwhile, soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo experienced a not-so-fabulous moment when he was sent off during Portugal’s shocking 2-0 loss to Ireland. Talk about a plot twist! The red card means he’ll be benched for the next match, potentially putting Portugal’s World Cup dreams in jeopardy.

Emerging Soccer Superstars

It wasn’t all drama, though. Norway’s Erling Haaland continues to prove why he’s the golden child of international soccer, scoring twice and bringing his team tantalizingly close to World Cup qualification. England also kept their perfect record intact, beating Serbia 2-0 and not conceding a single goal in their qualifying matches.

So grab your jerseys, soccer fans - the road to the 2026 World Cup is turning into a telenovela we absolutely cannot stop watching.