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SHOCKING: Slavko vincic person - What They Never Told You

World Cup final referee announces retirement after criticism over handling of Argentina antics

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The Independent UK

World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic retires days after controversial Spain vs Argentina clash

Vincic took charge of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina last weekend

The Independent UK

Muppets, Donald Trump and Lego trophies: The top 10 weirdest moments from the World Cup final

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in added time in a game which was full of colourful and at times farcical incidents but notably low on football quality

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Lionel Messi branded a 'baby' after asking for Marc Cucurella to be sent off in World Cup final: 'Game's gone'

Argentina talisman was leaving nothing to chance as second world title slipped away

Evening Standard

Spain vs Argentina LIVE: Spain celebrate World Cup final triumph after Ferran Torres hits winner against ten-man Argentina

The champions of Europe meet the champions of South America in New York/New Jersey

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HENRY WINTER: Spain's World Cup triumph is a victory for football. Argentina came to fight but were slain by Luis de la Fuente's matadors

NEW JERSEY: In Frank Sinatra’s back-yard, Spain did it their way and the world rejoiced

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Why was Enzo Fernandez sent off in World Cup final?

Fernandez’s second yellow card offence was criticised by Alan Shearer and called ‘stupid’ after Argentina were left down to 10 men

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Enzo Fernandez sent off in ridiculous fashion as Argentina vs Spain enters extra-time

Enzo Fernandez has been sent off after committing one of the World Cup's all-time horror tackles vs Spain

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Lionel Messi called ‘a baby’ after attempting to get Marc Cucurella sent off in World Cup final

The Argentina captain appeared to protest to referee Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic after an interaction with the Spain defender in the final

The Independent UK

World Cup final kick-off time delayed by performances and bizarre Tom Cruise speech

The World Cup final between Argentina and Spain started six minutes late

The Independent UK

How to watch World Cup Final 2026: Free Streams, Team News, TV Channels & Kick-Off time for Spain vs Argentina

Here's how to watch World Cup final 2026 for free from anywhere, including the Spain vs Argentina broadcast details, team news, TV channels and kick-off time.

TechRadar

Spain and Argentina meet in New York to dance the 2026 World Cup final in Spanish

"Por la mañana café, por la tarde, gol." Argentina look to defend their crown, add a fourth star and make Spain dance to Messi’s tango, while La Roja dream of another South Africa and making Scaloni’s men dance Rodri’s sevillanas.

Euronews

Who is World Cup final referee? Spain vs Argentina official oversaw shock defeat for holders

Slavko Vincic has worrying previous with Argentina...

Evening Standard

World Cup final ref confirmed: Who is the Spain vs Argentina official?

The final of World Cup 2026 takes place at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday

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The Independent UK

World Cup final referee announced for huge Spain v Argentina clash

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The Independent UK

Who is Slavko Vincic? Spain vs Argentina referee for World Cup final

Vincic will make history when he takes charge of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain

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Who is the referee for Mexico vs Ecuador? Slavko Vincic cards record and big-game experience revealed

El Tri will be hoping home advantage helps them secure passage to the Round of 16

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Who is the referee for Jordan vs Algeria?

The World Cup debutants face the Desert Foxes in a crucial Group J fixture

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The Guardian - UK

‘It can all end with one bad game’: the highs and lows of a World Cup referee

Even the finest officials miss out on a place at the finals and for those who do get the nod, decisions can make or break a dream

The Guardian - UK

From Burnley to Bayern: Kompany trains sights on PSG and European supremacy

Manager’s grounded attitude has helped the free-scoring German giants set up a tantalising Champions League showdown and de facto final

Evening Standard

PSG 1-1 Newcastle: Magpies join holders in Champions League play-offs after Joe Willock header

Eddie Howe’s side avoid defeat in Paris again but it wasn’t enough for a top-eight finish

The Independent UK

Newcastle denied last-16 spot as PSG draw sends them into Champions League play-offs

PSG 1-1 Newcastle: Eddie Howe’s side impressed in Paris but couldn’t get the win they needed to enter the knockout rounds proper

The Guardian - UK

Madrid and Marseille lead anti-referee epidemic but no officials means no game

Of course this problem isn’t new, but the recent levels of vitriol directed towards referees across Europe could drive more of them out of football

The Guardian - UK

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of ‘racist statements’ and vow to take legal action

Galatasaray have accused José Mourinho of making ‘racist statements’ and said they would initiate criminal proceedings against the Fenerbahce manager

Evening Standard

Jose Mourinho demands 'self-criticism' from referees in Turkey after avoiding 'disaster' in Galatasaray draw

Jose Mourinho’s side remain six points behind the defending champions

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