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World Cup 2026: Spain v Argentina final buildup, security stepped up with Trump attendance – as it happened

Our writers reacted to all the news ahead of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final data pointers: Spain’s defensive record and Argentina’s attack

The reigning world champions may need to continue outperforming their xG to overcome Spain’s superb defensive record

The Guardian - UK

Midnite betting offer: Get £30 in free bets when you bet on the World Cup final

Midnite are running a welcome offer worth £30 in free bets for new customers ahead of the World Cup final

The Independent UK

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Why the iconic Argentina World Cup logo was so controversial

Conspiracy theories led a dictatorship to try to scrap the design.

Creative Bloq

Lionel Messi net worth 2026: Inside the fortune of Argentina's football legend

Lionel Messi faces a chance to cement his legacy in the World Cup final. He previously retired from international football after a painful loss at MetLife Stadium. Messi had achieved significant club success but lacked major international trophies. Argentina suffered several final defeats and quarter-final exits during his career. This…

The Economic Times

Where will the next FIFA World Cup be held after 2026? Check 2030 and 2034 FIFA hosts and venues

FIFA World Cup 2030: FIFA has confirmed hosts for the 2030 and 2034 World Cups. The 2030 tournament will span Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Special opening matches will celebrate the centenary with Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay. Saudi Arabia will then host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. These decisions expand the…

The Economic Times

England win thrilling 10-goal World Cup bronze final against France

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Two golden generations may be colliding as Spain face Argentina in World Cup final

As Argentina’s golden generation comes to an end on the biggest stage of all in New York, Spain’s own golden era may use this game to write themselves into the history books

The Independent UK

The unseen Argentina gesture inspiring Emi Martinez at World Cup

The Aston Villa goalkeeper has overcome a painful injury to reestablish himself as a stalwart for Lionel Scaloni’s Argentina and, as Richard Jolly details, his speciality could yet prove decisive against Spain in the final

The Independent UK

FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money: How much winner and runner-up will get after Argentina vs Spain final, check complete prize breakdown of the top four teams

FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money: Argentina and Spain compete today in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final match. The tournament offers a record prize pool of $655 million for participating teams. Defending champions Argentina seek their fourth World Cup title against Spain. Spain reached the final after defeating France…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: Mbappé’s 10-goal lead puts him on top, but Messi has one last shot at his first Golden Boot

FIFA World Cup 2026 Top Scorers List: The Golden Boot race has a blockbuster finish lined up: Kylian Mbappé leads the FIFA World Cup 2026 scoring charts with 10 goals and a new record, but Lionel Messi still has one final chance to catch him.

The Economic Times

How many times has Argentina reached the FIFA World Cup final? Complete history of the South American nation's journey

Argentina's FIFA World Cup Final: Argentina has reached seven FIFA World Cup finals, securing three championship titles. They won their first title in 1978 and their third in 2022. The team also finished as runners-up in three previous tournaments. Argentina's first final appearance was in the inaugural 1930 competition. They…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Everything you need to know before the final — format, tickets, halftime show, host cities, prize money, controversies and more

2026 FIFA World Cup Final 2026: The FIFA World Cup 2026 is rewriting history with its expanded format and unprecedented scale. This tournament features 48 teams and 104 matches across three host nations. Argentina will face Spain in the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19. The competition introduces the…

The Economic Times

How many miles has Gianni Infantino flown at World Cup? Fifa boss’ flights in numbers

Fifa president Gianni Infantino got some serious air time over the course of the 2026 World Cup

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The Economic Times

Who won the last FIFA World Cup? Complete story of the 2022 final and Messi's crowning glory

Last FIFA World Cup trophy: As the countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 final begins, fans are revisiting the unforgettable 2022 title clash between Argentina and France. Lionel Messi finally lifted the World Cup after a dramatic penalty shootout, while Kylian Mbappe's historic hat-trick helped produce one of the…

The Economic Times

How Argentina won the 2022 FIFA World Cup: Lionel Messi's dream, Kylian Mbappe's hat-trick, Emiliano Martinez's historic save and the greatest final football has ever seen

How Argentina Won the FIFA World Cup 2022 Final: Argentina secured the 2022 FIFA World Cup title after a thrilling final match. Lionel Messi finally achieved his lifelong dream of winning the coveted trophy. The game featured a dramatic comeback and a tense penalty shootout victory. Emiliano Martinez made a…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi vs Lamine Yamal: Veteran genius vs teenage prodigy

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal face off in a generational football comparison. Messi boasts over 800 career goals and consistent elite performance for years. Yamal, a young prodigy, shows remarkable achievements and potential for greatness. Messi has a stellar FIFA World Cup record, while Yamal scored one goal. This contest…

Euronews

World Cup stadiums were ‘built for yesterday’s climate’. Should the games be moved?

Experts have called on World Cup stadium owners to retrofit their buildings to better deal with blistering temperatures.

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The Independent UK

What England’s World Cup run really did for Britain’s pubs, shops and restaurants

IN FOCUS: England may have fallen short of the World Cup final, but Britain’s boozers, supermarkets and takeaways scored more than a few goals. The receipts reveal how five weeks of football changed the way the country ate, drank and spent, writes Hannah Twiggs

Bangkok Post

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.

France 24

World Cup 2026: Spanish control meets Argentinian resilience in final showdown

La Roja's patient possession game meets the Albiceleste's trademark resilience in the World Cup final in New York on Sunday. As Spain coach Luis de la Fuente and his former coaching student Lionel Scaloni, now Argentina's manager, prepare to face off on football's biggest stage, the showdown promises a clash…

The Economic Times

Lionel Messi: Twenty years of genius, heartbreak, redemption and a legacy that will outlive football

From a frail boy in Rosario fighting a growth disorder to the man who conquered football's greatest stage, Lionel Messi's story is one of genius, heartbreak, redemption and immortality. As Argentina prepares for another World Cup final, the greatest player of his generation stands one match away from adding another…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026 all records so far: Top scorers, goals, assists, clean sheets and historic milestones

FIFA World Cup 2026 records so far: The 2026 FIFA World Cup has seen numerous records shattered across its expanded format. Lionel Messi became the all-time leading scorer and assist provider in men's World Cup history. Spain's Unai Simon set a new record for consecutive clean sheet minutes in goal.…

Sports Illustrated

2026 World Cup Final: How Spain Manager Luis de la Fuente Plans to Stop Lionel Messi

The Spanish manager gave a look into his tactical plans for the 2026 World Cup final.

The Economic Times

Top scorer in FIFA World Cup 2026: Check who now leads the current and all-time World Cup scoring list

Kylian Mbappe has become the FIFA World Cup's all-time leading goalscorer. He achieved this historic milestone after scoring two goals in a recent match. Mbappe now holds the record with twenty-two goals in twenty-two appearances. This places him ahead of Lionel Messi, who has twenty-one goals. Mbappe also leads the…

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