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Trump show offers fitting fever-dream end to a World Cup of excess and damage
The 2026 World Cup ended fittingly for a tournament defined by spectacle over substance, as Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino jointly presented the trophy to Spain’s captain Rodri following the final in New Jersey. Spain’s victory over Argentina was framed by observers as a triumph of collective team ethos over the individual-focused, celebrity-driven culture that…
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FIFA introduces first World Cup final halftime show featuring global stars
The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina featured football’s first-ever official halftime show, staged on 19 July at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The 11-minute performance brought together a striking line-up of global stars, including Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber, Coldplay’s Chris Martin, Burna Boy and the Muppets, reflecting a deliberate push…
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Spain Captures 2026 World Cup Title with Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina
Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, defeating Argentina 1-0 at New York New Jersey Stadium. The match remained tightly contested throughout normal play before a breakthrough came in extra time, giving Spain control
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Lionel Messi’s World Cup fairytale ends with pitiful Argentina as final villains | Pablo Iglesias Maurer
Argentina’s World Cup defence ended in a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the final, with Lionel Messi’s farewell appearance on football’s biggest stage failing to produce a fairytale finish. Once the tournament’s most entertaining side, Argentina lost their spark against a Spanish team that gradually took control, ultimately breaking through in extra time. The result…
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At the World Cup of superstars, a team take home the trophy | Sid Lowe
Spain won the 2026 World Cup, beating 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time in the final at New York New Jersey Stadium, with substitute Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. The victory capped an near-flawless tournament for the European champions, who conceded just a single goal throughout the competition, and is being framed as vindication…
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Anderson thrashes Joyce at World Matchplay
Gary Anderson puts in a stunning performance as he thrashes Ryan Joyce to reach the last-16 of the World Matchplay in Blackpool.
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Trump and Infantino jeered by fans at World Cup trophy ceremony
Donald Trump and Fifa president Gianni Infantino were booed as they walked onto the pitch for the World Cup final trophy presentation at MetLife Stadium, and Trump then attempted to join Spain’s players in their celebrations before Infantino quietly steered him away. It was the first time Trump attended a match at this year’s tournament,…
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Torres nets extra-time winner as Spain edge Argentina in final
Spain defeated Argentina in the final of the 2026 World Cup after Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the match during extra time at the New York New Jersey Stadium. The strike settled a tightly fought contest between the two footballing powerhouses that had remained goalless through normal time, securing the trophy for Spain…
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Spain beat Argentina in dominant World Cup final win
Spain have been confirmed as 2026 World Cup champions after beating holders Argentina 1-0 in a final marked by near-total Spanish control rather than dramatic end-to-end action. Substitute Ferran Torres struck the decisive goal in the 105th minute of extra time, turning in a deflected shot for his first strike of the tournament, as Spain…
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Mbappe first to win World Cup Golden Boot twice
Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament.