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White House defends Argentina team over Falklands banner
The White House has defended Argentina’s football team over its right to display a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after celebrating a World Cup semi-final win over England, a stance that has reignited a diplomatic row between the two nations. Fifa may take disciplinary action against Argentina for breaching rules on political statements,…
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Spain and Argentina will play for first-ever World Cup rings, which fans will even be able to buy
Spain and Argentina are set to meet in the FIFA World Cup Final on Sunday at New York New Jersey Stadium, with the added novelty that winners will receive commemorative rings for the first time in the tournament’s history. The match marks a shift in tradition for football’s biggest prize, borrowing an accolade more commonly…
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‘Leo has surpassed Diego’: after two decades Argentina embraces Messi
Argentina’s football team have reached Sunday’s World Cup final against Spain after an impressive 2-1 semi-final win over England, in a match hailed as fresh proof that the country has fully embraced Lionel Messi as its footballing icon. The victory marks a symbolic shift for Argentina, whose footballing identity was for decades defined almost exclusively…
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North American skies turn orange as wildfire smoke worsens ahead of World Cup final
Smoke from an extensive series of wildfires across Canada, compounded by additional fires in Minnesota, spread across much of the US Midwest and Northeast as well as parts of Canada, turning skies orange and driving air quality to hazardous levels across large swathes of the continent. Authorities issued widespread air quality alerts as the smoke…
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FIFA introduces star-studded halftime show at World Cup final
FIFA staged the first-ever World Cup halftime show during this year’s final, adding a new element to the tournament’s traditions and turning the interval into a major television and cultural event. Curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, the 11-minute performance was expected by organisers to become one of the most-watched moments in sporting broadcast history.…
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FOX Weather correspondent Bob Van Dillen weighs in on effect of Canadian wildfires on World Cup final
Wildfire smoke drifting south from Canada has blanketed large parts of the north-eastern United States, raising concerns over air quality just as New Jersey prepares to host the FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain. FOX Weather correspondent Bob Van Dillen addressed the issue, noting the potential impact on players, fans and health in…
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Stick with Tuchel unless Guardiola is available – Rooney
Wayne Rooney thinks the Football Association should stick with Thomas Tuchel as England head coach unless a move for Pep Guardiola is possible.
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Ava Max Scores: The Pop Star on the World Cup, Her Favorite ABBA Song, and More
Pop singer Ava Max spoke to Rolling Stone at the opening of FIFA House in New York during World Cup Finals Week, an event held in collaboration with Rolling Stone, the Grammys and Def Jam Recordings. The 32-year-old discussed her prolific recent output, including her role in the Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Album, and…
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First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show Is an “Action-Packed 11 Minutes,” Says FIFA Producer
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday will feature the first-ever World Cup halftime show, a tightly produced 11-minute performance bringing together Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and Burna Boy alongside conductor Gustavo Dudamel and his orchestra. Executive producer Guy Carrington of Done+Dusted told The Hollywood Reporter that months of preparation have gone into…