The FIFA World Cup is the biggest stage in football – where legends are made, dreams are crushed, and entire nations live and breathe every kick. But alongside the drama, there’s always room for a laugh…especially when even giants stumble.

Case in point: the Italy national football team somehow managing to miss out on qualification for a third tournament in a row. First time was a shock. Second time was a crisis. Third time…unfathomable.

So whether you’re here for the banter, the heartbreak, or just a good chuckle at football’s finest moments (and mishaps), these World Cup jokes are ready for kickoff.

After his team was eliminated from the World Cup, the Nigerian captain personally offered to refund all expenses that fans of his country paid to travel. He just needs their bank details and pin numbers to complete the transactions.

What do the English do immediately after winning the FIFA World Cup? Turn off the Playstation.

What do you call an American in the World Cup Final. The ref.

We hoped for a good clean World Cup Final. But instead we got a Messi one.

Who are the pirates favorite team at the world cup? Arrrr-gentina

With the bribery and corruption scandal surrounding the World Cup, I want to remind everyone that money can’t change someone’s mind. But I’m willing to try.

What do you call McDonalds’ new World Cup themed burger. The Qatar Pounder.