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Uncertainty clouds the forecast on whether wildfire smoke will affect FIFA World Cup final

Canadian wildfire smoke creates hazy conditions for the World Cup final. Mikel Merino and Spain aim to ignore external factors affecting the game. Experts express concern over outdoor practice sessions held in hazardous air. Rain is expected Saturday, followed by potential further smoke infiltration. Forecasts remain uncertain regarding Sunday's air…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Infantino's enlarged gamble pays off with punters

World Cup betting volume increased eighty percent, exceeding expectations for the expanded tournament. More active customers and record numbers were observed by betting experts after the event. England attracted the most betting tickets, followed by France and Argentina. Surprising results in the group stage allayed bookmakers' initial format concerns. FIFA…

The Economic Times

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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Trump back in World Cup spotlight after starring role in tournament's controversies

President Donald Trump will attend the World Cup final and present the trophy. He previously asked FIFA to review a controversial red card incident. Trump and FIFA President Infantino praised each other at a New York reception. The United States is considering a solo bid for the 2038 World Cup.…

The Economic Times

Trump says he gets to host World Cup and Olympics due to ‘rigged election’

Trump made comments at a reception for the international football governing body Fifa in New York

The Independent UK

Trump says ‘rigged election’ means he gets to host World Cup and Olympics

The president’s comments come after he renewed claims the 2020 race was stolen from him, despite evidence to the contrary

Evening Standard

Trump calls FIFA World Cup 2026 'a tournament like no other', jokes about hosting next edition without Canada, Mexico

US President Donald Trump on Friday praised the FIFA World Cup 2026 as "a tournament like no other," describing it as a competition filled with memorable moments and fierce competition ahead of Sunday's final between Argentina and Spain.

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Trump boasts about pressuring FIFA boss over US player’s red card: ‘I’d like to wage a complaint’

‘It’s so much better the way it worked out because there's no controversy,’ president said during a FIFA reception

The Independent UK

Trump praises Balogun decision, repeats 2020 election falsehoods in appearance with Infantino

Trump and Infantino appeared together at Trump Tower for a Fifa Council reception ahead of Sunday’s World Cup final

The Guardian - US

Trump claims credit for World Cup 2026 success

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The Independent UK

Donald Trump questions Thomas Tuchel’s tactics in World Cup loss: ‘Harry Kane on defence?’

Tuchel has been widely criticised for being too defensive after England led Argentina 1-0 in their semi-final, which the Three Lions lost 2-1 late on

The Independent UK

Post Malone tells fans he hasn’t forgotten ‘ole Stoney’ as rap comeback gathers pace

The chart-topping musician has teased unreleased music that appears to revisit his hip-hop roots following the success of his country debut and ahead of a major FIFA World Cup performance.

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Every Celebrity Set to Perform at the 2026 World Cup Final

The match between Argentina and Spain will be a star-studded affair.

Sports Illustrated

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks at UN, proclaims the World Cup a success

FIFA President Gianni Infantino deemed the World Cup a success on Friday, saying the tournament achieved its mission of uniting people from all corners of the globe

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'Inclusive' World Cup fell short as Trump administration shut out fans, rights groups say

FIFA failed to deliver on a pledge to make the 2026 World Cup the "most inclusive" in history as the Trump administration's visa policies shut out fans from several countries and even barred a referee from officiating at the tournament, the Sport & Rights Alliance, a coalition of rights groups,…

Sports Illustrated

Could the 2026 World Cup Final Be Moved to New Location?

Spain and Argentina’s clash in New Jersey has been threatened by wildfires.

The Guardian - UK

Smoke, travel and Trump threaten New York’s grand World Cup finale

Wildfires, transport cancellations and the appearance of Donald Trump could overshadow the World Cup final for a city that has embraced the tournament

Sports Illustrated

‘Disbelief’—USMNT Captain Tim Ream Reveals Locker Room Vibes After World Cup Exit

The U.S. men’s national team was thrashed 4–1 by Belgium in the round of 16.

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FIFA World Cup beer sales are hopping. Brewers hope the stout demand outlasts the tournament

In the U.S., beer consumption has fallen steadily for a decade, according to the Brewers Association, a trade group for craft brewers. Canada has seen a similar decline, according to the national statistics agency. The Brewers of Europe trade association says the story is the same in the European Union.

The Economic Times

Been played by deep play? How FIFA World Cup 2026 shapes the modern football fan

Despite the shadow of controversy, numerous football enthusiasts engaged with this year's Fifa World Cup. The expanded format highlighted both rising nations and well-known athletes. Yet, dubious officiating and VAR's implementation sparked intense debates and anger among fans. Ultimately, the final showdown between Spain and Argentina reinforced the excellence of…

Bangkok Post

World Cup proves soccer is here to stay in America

The day after Belgium knocked the United States out of the 2026 World Cup, the post-mortems began. There were the tired snickers, the familiar quip that soccer is "the sport of the future and always will be," and the usual banter about how America's men can't compete because our best…

The Independent UK

Calls for Spain to train indoors ahead of World Cup final as wildfire smoke engulfs New Jersey

It remains unclear how much, if at all, the smoke will affect the final, experts say

Evening Standard

World Cup winners to receive Super Bowl-style championship rings

FIFA say they are proud to be adopting ‘iconic American sporting tradition’

Sports Illustrated

Why France and England Are Playing in a World Cup Bronze Final

Thomas Tuchel has admitted he’d rather not play in the World Cup oddity.

The Independent UK

Uncertainty clouds the forecast on whether wildfire smoke will affect the World Cup final

It's unclear how much, if at all, smoke from Canadian wildfires will affect the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday

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