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Trump to present FIFA World Cup winners with trophy
President Donald Trump is set to present the FIFA World Cup trophy to the winning team’s captain after Sunday’s final between Spain and Argentina, a White House official has confirmed to Fox News. The ceremony will take place on the pitch at New York/New Jersey Stadium, with FIFA President Gianni Infantino joining Trump to hand…
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Telemundo Scores U.S. Spanish-Language Rights To UEFA Champions League
Telemundo has acquired the exclusive U.S. Spanish-language broadcast rights to UEFA’s men’s club football competitions, extending its foray into major football coverage following its FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasts. The three-season deal begins with the 2027-28 campaign and covers the UEFA Champions League, Europa League, Conference League, Super Cup and Youth League, taking the rights…
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Argentina at +255 to win the World Cup final is a value bet Lionel Messi backers cannot ignore
An OutKick sports betting article argues that Argentina, priced at +255 to win the World Cup final against Spain, represents good value for bettors backing Lionel Messi’s side. The piece frames the wager around Messi’s consistent quality and leadership as the deciding factor likely to tip the final in Argentina’s favour, positioning the odds as…
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2026 World Cup Final Pairs Messi’s Potential Farewell with History-Making Halftime Spectacle
Argentina and Spain will contest the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, an occasion that may mark Lionel Messi’s final appearance in international football. Sports merchandise company Fanatics has capitalised on the moment with
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I am once again begging the folks in USC’s athletic department to study some Greek literature
An OutKick opinion column criticises the University of Southern California’s athletic department, arguing its staff should be more familiar with Greek literature. The piece is framed as a repeated complaint, suggesting this is not the first time the writer has raised the issue, though the article text provided cuts off before detailing the specific incident…
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How the World Cup has affected your Premier League team
Once the trophy is lifted by either Spain or Argentina in New Jersey on Sunday night, attention will shift from the 2026 World Cup to the upcoming domestic season.
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Football Daily | Give it up for Vozinha, Spence and the 2026 World Cup’s cult heroes
The Guardian’s Football Daily newsletter rounds up the World Cup’s “cult heroes” – unlikely or eccentric figures who have captured attention during the tournament, from veteran goalkeepers to a referee, a toddler and even a television pundit’s anecdote. The piece is a light-hearted, subjective celebration rather than hard news, reflecting on memorable moments that have…
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How to Watch the World Cup Final Halftime Show Live Online
The FIFA World Cup is hosting its first ever Super Bowl-style halftime show, with Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber and BTS set to co-headline during Sunday’s final between Argentina and Spain. The performance, curated by Coldplay’s Chris Martin, will also feature Burna Boy, conductor Gustavo Dudamel and New York’s PS 22 Chorus alongside Coldplay, marking a…
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3 of the Best First No. 1 Hits of 1970s Disco
American Songwriter has put together a shortlist of some of the standout debut No. 1 hits from the disco era of the 1970s, celebrating the genre’s brief but joyful chart dominance. The feature highlights three tracks that each achieved chart-topping success in different ways, alongside anecdotes about their creation and reception at the time. Chic’s…
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World Cup goalkeeper expresses reluctance to shake Trump’s hand should Spain win tournament
Spain goalkeeper Borja Iglesias has said he would be reluctant to shake US President Donald Trump’s hand should his side beat Argentina in Sunday’s 2026 World Cup final in New York/New Jersey. Speaking to Spanish media on Saturday, the goalkeeper made clear he is not a supporter of the president, though he stopped short of…