Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Start reading

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

Start reading

The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

Fifa confirms investigation into Argentina’s Falklands banner

IN FULL

The Independent UK

'Apply the Rules Equally': FIFA Faces Backlash After Argentina's Falklands Banner Goes Viral

Argentina's World Cup semi-final win over England has sparked controversy after players displayed a political banner, leading to calls for FIFA to enforce its rules on political messages.

International Business Times UK

Trump ‘looking forward’ to attending World Cup final and trophy presentation

IN FULL

The Independent UK

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Argentina vs Spain: Why This 2026 FIFA World Cup Tactical Match Could Be the Most Brutal Final Ever

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final pits Spain's disciplined defence against Argentina's dynamic attack, featuring Messi's potential last stand and Yamal's rise, in a tactical and emotional showdown.

International Business Times UK

FIFA to investigate Argentina over 'Malvinas' flag brandished in World Cup celebrations

Albiceleste could be hit with fines or player suspensions

Evening Standard

Argentina’s Falklands Banner: The Likely Punishments As FIFA Prepare Investigation

Argentina’s players celebrated the 2–1 win over England in the World Cup semifinal with a strong political message.

Sports Illustrated

Trump Is Reportedly Disrespecting The White House With Bad Habit, And It’s Even Affecting Melania

“If I see anything that I like, I’m allowed to take it,” Donald Trump previously said.

Bored Panda

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Donald Trump to attend World Cup final and present trophy

The US president is yet to attend a match at the tournament but will present the trophy to either Argentina or Spain

The Independent UK

Fifa to investigate whether Argentina broke rules over Falklands banner

Article 34.3 of Fifa’s Disciplinary Code prohibits the display of any political messages or slogans by players before, during or after a match

The Independent UK

US Soccer’s JT Batson deflects on Trump’s role in Balogun saga: ‘The president is the president’

Batson would not say if the US federation regrets the involvement of Trump, who called Fifa multiple times to lobby for a review of the controversial red card

The Guardian - US

The World Cup Is Boosting Spending. Hotels, Beer And Tourism Feel It First.

The FIFA World Cup has delivered a lift to businesses in several U.S. host cities, with hotels, bars and restaurants reporting stronger traffic as millions of fans traveled across North America for the tournament.

International Business Times

White House says Donald Trump will attend World Cup final

Fifa president Gianni Infantino has said that Trump will award the World Cup trophy to the winner of the final, which takes place Sunday in New Jersey

The Guardian - US

Falkland Islands leaders issue statement on Argentina team's 'Malvinas' banner

THE Falklands Islands government and parliament have both issued statements calling for action against the Argentina football team over a banner…

The National (Scotland)

11 Players Who Play Better for Their Country Than Club

Stars for Argentina, Spain, France and England have overperformed compared to club displays.

Sports Illustrated

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Jude Bellingham could face Fifa disciplinary action over post-match ‘slap’ on Argentina player

After the final whistle, the England midfielder approached Valentin Barco as he celebrated with a group of team-mates and appeared to slap him on the back of the head

The Guardian - US

Nearly one in five World Cup matches reached heat levels players’ union warns against

Guardian analysis finds 19% of games reached heat levels warranting delays, as Fifa defends its player safeguards

International Business Times UK

FIFA Urged to Investigate Argentina Over 'Falklands Are Argentine' Banner After Beating England

Argentina's World Cup semi-final win over England was marred by a controversial banner, reigniting the Falkland Islands dispute and prompting calls for a FIFA investigation.

The Independent UK

World Cup final extended half-time break could increase player injury risk, expert warns

The half-time break for the World Cup final is expected to be 25 to 30 minutes

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Guardian - UK

It’s the end of the World Cup as England know it

In today’s Football Daily: Argentina knock out England, again

Evening Standard

What is World Cup Bronze final? When is England vs France third-place playoff

Three Lions face familiar foes in ‘Bronze final’

International Business Times UK

'He Looked Down His Nose': Expert Claims David Beckham Felt Pure Contempt Toward Argentina Trolls

David Beckham was booed by Argentina fans during England's World Cup semi-final defeat. A body language expert analysed his reaction, linking it to the historic England-Argentina rivalry.

The Conversation

The 2026 World Cup has been a tournament where alcohol brands hoped to win influence through sponsorship

The 2026 men’s football World Cup has provided great goals, shock results and plenty of entertainment. It has also been extremely lucrative, earning Fifa billions of dollars in broadcasting rights, ticket sales and commercial sponsorship.

The Conversation

Has the World Cup been a soft power failure for the US?

Hosting the Men’s Fifa World Cup is supposed to be one of the biggest soft power wins a country can score. When Germany hosted the tournament in 2006, it did so under the official slogan “a time to make friends”. It sought to transform its global reputation for being serious…

International Business Times UK

Argentina Stars Taunt England With 'Falklands Are Argentine' Banner After World Cup Victory

Argentina's World Cup semi-final win over England is overshadowed by controversy as players celebrate with a Falklands banner, prompting criticism and calls for FIFA to take action.

The Guardian - UK

Keir Starmer wants Fifa investigation into Argentina players who held Falklands banner

The prime minister supports the idea of Fifa investigating Argentina players who displayed a banner touting their country’s claim to the Falklands Islands

1 … 4 5 6 7

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.