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Messi denied dream farewell as abject Argentina lose World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi could have ended all debate over who is the greatest player of all time by winning another World Cup with Argentina on Sunday, but he was left in tears following Spain's 1-0 win.

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Spain silences Argentina to win World Cup crown

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ: Ferran Torres ⁠scored in ⁠the 106th minute to lift Spain to their second World Cup title with a 1-0 win in extra time over gutsy, 10-man Argentina in Sunday's ‌final.

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Madonna, Shakira, Bieber and The Muppets light up World Cup half-time show

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Musical headliners Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS and Coldplay were joined by Brazilian soccer icons and "Ted Lasso" actors in a spectacular first-ever World Cup final halftime show on Sunday.

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Lisandro Martinez: Manchester United dealt major injury blow as star limps off in World Cup final

Defender hobbled off as Spain faced Argentina in East Rutherford, New Jersey

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Spain and Argentina brace for World Cup final

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Lionel Messi's battle-hardened Argentina take on silky Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday as the first 48-team tournament in history reaches a climax in New Jersey.

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Fifa toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close

EAST RUTHERFORD, United States - It was supposed to be the World Cup weighed down by problems: sky-high prices, geopolitical tension, the shadow of conflict and the threat of brutal summer heat across the three host nations.

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The 2026 World Cup Final Deserves Better Than MetLife Stadium

Spain and Argentina will clash in East Rutherford, N.J. for the biggest prize in soccer.

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Spain, Argentina tune up for World Cup final in smoggy New Jersey

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Argentina and Spain fine-tuned preparations for Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey as a persistent, choking smog blanketed the eastern United States.

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Spain and Argentina prepare for World Cup showdown

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Spain and Argentina prepared to do battle in the World Cup final in New Jersey on Sunday as organisers said they were keeping a close eye on smoke from wildfires in Canada.

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Ticket Prices for 2026 World Cup Final Soar, Set Record

Argentina and Spain will battle for global glory on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina defeat England 2-1 in World Cup semi-final with a dramatic late double

The defending champions' victory means they will face Spain, who defeated France on Tuesday, in Sunday's final in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

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The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday

The World Cup final is set for Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring a clash between Argentina and Spain

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Norway and England advance to World Cup quarterfinals as Brazil and Mexico head home

Norway's Erling Haaland scored two goals after the 79th minute, bring his country to a late 2-1 win against Brazil, as Mexico fought back in vain against England as they lost 3-2.

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Norway's Late Ruthlessness Ends Brazil's World Cup Dream

Haaland's late brace ends Brazil's World Cup at the round of 16 — its earliest exit since 1990 — as Norway reaches a first quarterfinal.

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Norway shock Brazil, make history on Erling Haaland's heroic brace

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.: Erling Haaland ⁠powered in ⁠a 79th-minute header and added a second in the 90th minute as Norway stunned Brazil 2-1 to reach their first-ever World Cup quarterfinal at the ‌expense of the five-time champions.

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How many miles will England travel if they reach World Cup final?

England are three matches away from a second World Cup final and Thomas Tuchel would love to add a few thousand miles to the clock

Latin Times

France Look Like Champions-in-Waiting, But Cracks in the Back Line Remain

France beat Sweden 3-0 in the Round of 32, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice to move within one goal of Lionel Messi's all-time World Cup record. Michael Olise set up both of Mbappé's goals and Bradley Barcola's strike, as France advanced to face Paraguay in the Round of 16.

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Mbappe uncorks France as Sweden are swept aside in Champagne World Cup show

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ: France uncorked a Champagne performance on Tuesday to sweep Sweden aside 3-0 ‌with a display of attacking verve and precision and book their place in the World Cup last 16. The scoreline flattered Sweden. France’s flamboyant attack might have reached double figures were it not for the…

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France - Sweden: Mbappé adds third as Les Bleus take complete control

France began their knockout campaign against Sweden looking to maintain their unbeaten record after three consecutive group stage victories. Les Bleus dominated the Scandinavians throughout, with Kylian Mbappé scoring twice and Bradley Barcola adding a third to secure an emphatic 3-0 victory. They will then face Paraguay. Relive our liveblog…

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Bellingham and Kane shine as England sink Panama to top group

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Jude Bellingham dragged England out of a rainy New Jersey grind on Saturday, scoring one goal and creating another for Harry Kane as Thomas Tuchel's side beat Panama 2-0 to top Group L and avoid a nervy route through the World Cup knockout phase.

Latin Times

From the Brink to the Knockouts: How Ecuador Stunned the Group Winners

Ecuador come from behind to beat Germany 2-1 in New Jersey, with Plata's late winner sending La Tri into the World Cup 2026 knockout round.

Euronews

Turkey produces last minute winner to beat the US as Germany end win streak with loss to Ecuador

The final matchday saw teams take on both more cautious and reckless approaches as they looked to secure qualification into the knockout stages.

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Ecuador fight back to shock Germany and reach knockout stage

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - An increasingly ⁠desperate Ecuador stunned Germany 2-1 in their final Group E game on Thursday to drag their World Cup campaign out of the flames and qualify for a place in the last 32.

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USA, Germany in control as Dutch eye World Cup knockouts

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey - Co-hosts the United States and Germany will bid to complete perfect World Cup group stage campaigns on Thursday, while the Netherlands and Japan look poised to join them in the last 32.

International Business Times UK

10 Photos of Kylian Mbappe: Icon Claims He Would Play Till 80 to Shut Up Constant Critics

Kylian Mbappé scored twice against Senegal in East Rutherford to become France's all-time leading scorer, overtaking Olivier Giroud on 58 goals. His late long-range stunner capped a 3-1 win and underlined why he remains the central figure in France's latest charge.

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