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Spain edge Argentina after extra time to win World Cup final

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  • Spain beat Argentina in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup
  • Spain dominated possession, shots and passing throughout the final
  • Spain now hold men's, women's, Olympic and European titles at once

Spain beat Argentina after extra time to win the 2026 World Cup final, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal before captain Rodri lifted the trophy in New Jersey. Pundits, including former England captain Alan Shearer, hailed it as "a victory for football," pointing to Spain's dominant, possession-based…

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‘The reaction is terrible’ – World Cup final turns ugly at full-time

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  • Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the World Cup final.
  • Argentina's players reacted angrily at the final whistle.
  • Defeat ends Argentina's reign as defending world champions.

Argentina's players reacted angrily at full-time as Spain beat them in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup final, with BBC Sport footage capturing the frustration boiling over among the South American side. The result denied Argentina back-to-back titles after their 2022 triumph, and the ugly scenes…

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‘Everyone’s afraid to die’: Struggle to recruit soldiers in Ukraine turns violent

  • Violent clashes are escalating between Ukrainian draft officers and civilians
  • Over 600 assaults on recruiters recorded; some stabbed, one fatally
  • "Busification" and abuse complaints highlight aggressive, contested mobilisation tactics

Ukraine is facing a growing crisis in military recruitment, with violent clashes breaking out between draft officers and men resisting conscription as the war with Russia enters its fifth year. Veteran soldier Vasyl Krupych, who survived brutal fighting in Donbas, was later beaten with a crowbar while serving…

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Trump joins Spain’s World Cup celebrations after Argentina defeat

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  • Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup
  • Trump joined the trophy ceremony, drawing notable attention
  • Tournament's halftime show earlier sparked mixed reactions

President Donald Trump drew significant attention during the trophy presentation at the 2026 World Cup final, joining Spain's celebrations after the team beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time. Coverage of the ceremony noted that Trump "stole part of the spotlight" from the champions, with his involvement in the…

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FIFA introduces first World Cup final halftime show featuring global stars

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  • FIFA staged its first-ever World Cup final halftime show on 19 July.
  • Performers included Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Bieber, Coldplay and Burna Boy.
  • The move ends 96 years without scheduled final-interval entertainment.

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…

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Spain Captures 2026 World Cup Title with Extra-Time Victory Over Argentina

  • Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup
  • Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal in the 105th minute
  • Spain dominated with overwhelming territorial control and 20 shots on goal

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

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  • Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the World Cup final via extra time.
  • Argentina failed to record a shot in regular time, a tournament first.
  • Messi's international career ends without a repeat title, legacy intact.

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…

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At the World Cup of superstars, a team take home the trophy | Sid Lowe

  • Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the World Cup.
  • Ferran Torres scored the winner, 37 seconds into extra time's second period.
  • Spain conceded only one goal all tournament, with seven different scorers.

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…

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Spain World Cup Champions Merch Drops Online: Shop Official T-Shirts, Hoodies and Jerseys Here

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  • Spain won the 2026 FIFA World Cup, defeating Argentina 2-1 with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal in extra time
  • Official commemorative merchandise is now available through Fanatics and Amazon, ranging from affordable T-shirts to premium Adidas jerseys
  • The World Cup final featured performances from international music acts including Justin Bieber, Madonna, BTS, and Coldplay

Sunday's victory over Argentina marked the second World Cup win for Spain, who also took home the trophy in 2010.

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Trump and Infantino jeered by fans at World Cup trophy ceremony

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  • Trump and Infantino booed walking out for the World Cup final ceremony
  • Trump tried joining Spain's celebrations before being led away by Infantino
  • First sitting US president to present the trophy at a home final

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…

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