Most major nations have already secured their place at the 2026 World Cup. Argentina, France, England, Brazil, Portugal, and Spain all cruised through the qualifiers without major surprises.
But while the giants celebrated, Italy slipped into real danger.
A powerful performance from Erling Haaland and Norway pushed the Azzurri to the edge, turning their qualifying path into a serious challenge. Italy is not out yet, but the pressure is growing, and every remaining match now feels like a final.
After missing the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, Italian fans fear a repeat scenario—while others wonder if Haaland might be the one who ruins Italy’s chances again.
The giants are safe.
Italy isn’t.
And the race to 2026 just got a lot more dramatic
The World Cup has shaped the imagination of an entire generation, including mine. As someone who turns football moments into cartoons, I always return to the scenes that defined this century. These are the moments that became global symbols — images that still live in our collective memory.
Here are the greatest World Cup moments of the 21st century, the ones that inspired millions of fans and shaped how we remember each tournament:
Zidane’s headbutt in the 2006 final, a shocking moment that instantly became one of the most iconic images in football history. 
Brazil’s 7-1 collapse against Germany in 2014, a night that stunned the world and created one of the most unforgettable score lines ever.
Emiliano Martinez’s last-minute save in the 2022 final, a moment that saved a nation’s dream and instantly became legendary.
Luis Suarez’s bite in 2014, a chaotic scene that turned into a global meme within minutes.
Suarez’s handball against Ghana in 2010, a dramatic and controversial moment that changed the entire tournament.
Ronaldo’s famous haircut in 2002, a bizarre and unforgettable look that became a symbol of that World Cup.
Robin van Persie’s flying header in 2014, one of the most beautiful and visually iconic goals of the modern era.
Andrés Iniesta’s winning goal in the 2010 final and his tribute to Dani Jarque, a moment filled with emotion and meaning.
The drama of Korea versus Italy in 2002, with Totti’s red card becoming one of the most debated decisions of the century.
Messi lifting the World Cup in 2022 wearing the bisht, an image that became much larger than football and instantly went global.
These moments are more than highlights. They are stories, emotions, and snapshots of a football era I grew up watching and later started illustrating in my own style.
Lionel Messi’s emotional return to FC Barcelona’s legendary stadium, Spotify Camp Nou, stirred the hearts of football fans around the world. After years away, the Argentine legend stepped once again onto the sacred grass where he built his legacy, surrounded by memories of golden goals, roaring fans, and unforgettable nights under the lights.
The visit wasn’t just a walk down memory lane — it was a reminder of what Messi and Barcelona meant to each other. From his first goal as a teenager to lifting the Champions League trophies, every inch of Camp Nou holds a story written in blue and red.
With Halloween around the corner, I had the chance to create a new football-inspired animation in collaboration with Bleacher Report — and it was one of the most enjoyable projects I’ve worked on recently.
This short animation takes classic Halloween themes and blends them with the personalities of today’s biggest football stars. Arsenal’s defenders guard their spooky home behind a “NO ENTRY” goal gate, Haaland storms the streets as a Viking, Mbappé glides through the night as a Ninja Turtle, and Harry Kane appears as a (very serious) British royal guard. Even Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo make a cameo in full GOAT costumes, adding an extra layer of fun.
What makes these projects exciting is the creative freedom to re-imagine football moments in unexpected, humorous ways — turning simple ideas into quick, expressive animated scenes that fans around the world can enjoy in just a few seconds. Working with the BR team always adds a collaborative spark, and I’m grateful for their trust and support.
As always, my goal is to deliver stories that make people smile, whether they’re football fans or just enjoying the Halloween spirit.
More fun animations coming soon!
Before El Clásico, Lamine Yamal was loud.
He mocked Real Madrid, talked big, and carried himself like the next Messi.
The hype around him was huge — a young superstar ready to conquer the Bernabéu… or so he thought.
When the whistle blew, reality hit hard.
Mbappé and Bellingham led Real Madrid to a 2–1 victory, silencing Yamal and Barcelona in front of the world.
The kid who spoke too much suddenly had nothing left to say.
But beyond the memes and the banter, a bigger question started to rise:
👉 Is Yamal truly the heir to Messi… or is he becoming the next Neymar?
Yamal clearly has Messi’s talent — dazzling footwork, speed, and vision.
But his off-pitch lifestyle, attitude, and theatrics are starting to resemble Neymar more than Messi.
And that’s where the debate begins.
Talent can make you a star.
But legacy? That’s built on discipline, mentality, and consistency — and that’s what separates Messi from Neymar.
Yamal has the world watching him.
Will he follow the path of greatness… or the path of entertainment?
👑 For now, Real Madrid had the last laugh.
could have imagined that this simple moment would become the beginning of a legendary story in modern football.
Their names: Pep Guardiola, José Mourinho, and Luis Enrique.
All three shared the same football environment at Barcelona — Guardiola as a captain and midfielder, Enrique as a versatile player, and Mourinho as part of the technical staff. Years later, each of them would go on to write history by winning the treble — the league, domestic cup, and UEFA Champions League in the same season.
🧠 Pep Guardiola – 2009 with Barcelona
😎 José Mourinho – 2010 with Inter Milan
💪 Luis Enrique – 2015 with Barcelona
Barcelona didn’t just create great players — it helped shape great football minds. The club became like an academy where future Treble Kings were molded. What started as shared training sessions turned into a legacy that shaped modern football tactics, rivalries, and iconic moments.
What makes this story unique is that their success didn’t come from the same path.
Guardiola revolutionized football with tiki-taka.
Mourinho became the “Special One” and conquered Europe with his tactical genius.
Enrique led the legendary MSN trio to glory.
Three different styles, three different stories, one origin: Barcelona.
Today, their image walking together as young men stands as a symbol of how a single club can shape the destiny of football history. Barcelona didn’t just create players — it created Treble Kings.
Perhaps the most famous rivalry in football history.
For more than 15 years, Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominated the game, exchanging Ballon d’Or titles, Champions League goals, and endless debates. Fans are still divided: Who is the real GOAT?
Before Messi and Ronaldo, the debate was always about Diego Maradona and Pelé.
Pelé, the "King of Football," lifted three World Cups. Maradona, the genius with the “Hand of God,” led Argentina to glory in 1986. Their rivalry defined the 20th century of football.
In England, nothing sparks more arguments than Steven Gerrard vs Frank Lampard.
Gerrard, the heart and soul of Liverpool, versus Lampard, Chelsea’s goal-scoring machine from midfield. Who was better? The debate is endless.
Defensive greatness across two eras.
Paolo Maldini, the elegant Milan legend, known for discipline and leadership. Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid’s warrior, famous for last-minute goals and red cards. Two different styles, both unforgettable.
The ultimate goalkeeper rivalry.
Gianluigi Buffon, Italy’s timeless captain, against Iker Casillas, Spain’s “San Iker.” Both lifted World Cups, Champions Leagues, and countless trophies. Fans still argue: who was the better shot-stopper?
The fiery rivalry we didn’t know we needed.
Luis Suárez, infamous for his bites, against Gennaro Gattuso, the Italian midfield warrior with a short fuse. If they ever shared the same pitch, chaos was guaranteed.
It’s not just about players — coaches have rivalries too.
José Mourinho and Pep Guardiola clashed in Spain and later in England, with very different philosophies. Pep, the tactical mastermind; Mourinho, the master of mind games. Their rivalry is still alive today.
Because sometimes the only rival you have is yourself.
As Zlatan Ibrahimović once said: “Only Zlatan can defeat Zlatan.”
Rivalries define football history. They make matches more exciting and fuel endless debates.
In football, the number 10 jersey isn’t just a number — it’s a symbol of genius, creativity, and legacy.
From Messi and Ronaldinho to Figo and Ozil, it has always been worn by legends.
Now, a new generation is rising.
Kylian Mbappe takes the number 10 at Real Madrid.
Lamine Yamal takes it at Barcelona.
Two clubs, two players, one sacred number.
In this animated video, I imagined an epic, anime-inspired clash between the heirs of greatness.
The gods of football look down — some from Camp Nou, others from the Bernabéu — as Mbappe and Yamal battle for the future.
Who deserves the crown of this era?
Watch the video and tell us: Team Mbappe or Team Yamal?
I just finished a new cartoon celebrating a symbolic moment at FC Barcelona: Lamine Yamal receiving the legendary number 10 shirt — from none other than Lionel Messi himself… rising from a baby tub! 🛁👑
The idea came to me with all the buzz about Yamal taking over the No.10. I imagined a funny, almost magical moment: Yamal looking at the famous baby tub he once sat in, and suddenly Messi appears out of it to hand him the iconic shirt. A legacy passed from Maradona, to Ronaldinho, to Messi — and now to Yamal.
The video ends with Yamal celebrating the honor with his family, reminding us how football legends are made… sometimes in very unexpected (and funny) ways.
Hope you enjoy watching it as much as I enjoyed drawing it!
In this short and funny animated cartoon, we dive into the wild chaos of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Final between Chelsea and PSG.
Dembélé transforms into a raging beast, knocking out football stars like Mbappé, Lautaro, and even Salah with flying punches. But just when he approaches Cole Palmer, the unexpected happens—Palmer freezes him with just one calm gesture! ❄️
Then comes the celebration: fireworks, dancing, and Palmer crowned like a king. But things take a weird turn when former U.S. President Donald Trump enters to hand the trophy… only to be met with awkward, judgmental stares from everyone. 😅
A classic Omar Momani-style cartoon—mixing football drama, satire, and hilarious twists in under 20 seconds!
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The “Cole Palmer: Freeze Another Day” design is available as a T-shirt, sticker, hoodie, and more — exclusively on TeePublic.
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Barcelona have now beaten Real Madrid four times this season, securing both the Supercopa and Copa del Rey titles. With La Liga still in sight, could this be the ultimate Clásico treble? Watch this animated celebration by Omar Momani capturing the Clásico chaos and Mbappe's stunned reaction.