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The Latest Breaking News from Fifa

Spain vs. Argentina: Who Will Referee 2026 World Cup Final?

FIFA have confirmed the officiating team for Sunday’s World Cup final at MetLife Stadium.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

White House Confirms Decision on President Trump’s World Cup Final Plans

Gianni Infantino has previously said that the US president will hand over the trophy.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

The Cure’s Robert Smith lashes out at the World Cup halftime show

Not everyone is a fan of the upcoming World Cup final halftime show, with The Cure's Robert Smith posting his blunt but oddly poetic (considering the image) thoughts on FIFA's Super Bowl-style performance on Sunday.

Euronews · Jul 17

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Trump White House official reveals USA will host 2031 Women’s World Cup

Fifa has reportedly already informed Donald Trump the US will host the tournament in five years’ time

The Independent UK · Jul 17

World Cup winners to be presented with Super Bowl-style rings

Trump will be in attendance for what will be his first and only game this World Cup

The Independent UK · Jul 17

Will Indian women footballers win a World Cup before the men? | Let’s Talk About Indian Football

As the FIFA World Cup 2026 wraps up, we ask the question India keeps avoiding: what’s stopping us from competing on that stage, and why do we forget football the moment the tournament ends?

Newslaundry · Jul 17

Why Argentines see Malvinas banner as patriotism - not politics

IN DEPTH : Amid wild celebrations following a stunning 2-1 comeback against England in the World Cup, Argentina’s players unfurled a banner claiming the Falklands. But for Argentinians this about more than politics - it was a celebration of their national identity, writes Alex Croft

The Independent UK · Jul 17

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Will Donald Trump be at the World Cup final and will he present the trophy?

The United States president has been involved in World Cup 2026 in more ways than he should have been

FourFourTwo · Jul 17

How Many People Watch the Soccer World Cup Final?

The FIFA World Cup final is one of the most-watched sporting events on the planet.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 17

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

FourFourTwo · Jul 17

The Cure's Robert Smith blasts Chris Martin's World Cup halftime show featuring Madonna and Justin Bieber

Robert Smith has slammed the Chris Martin‑curated World Cup halftime show, joining Noel Gallagher in mocking FIFA’s star‑studded plans.

BANG Premier · Jul 17

Concacaf whistleblower Mel Brennan: ‘Fifa survived Blatter and Warner. It will survive Infantino too’

Former Concacaf executive and whistleblower Mel Brennan says football’s governance remains opaque despite the post-2015 promises of reform

The Guardian - US · Jul 17

More than 200 Fifa members endorse Infantino for fourth term despite Balogun scandal

Fifa’s president is poised for re-election, with Germany the highest-profile FA yet to provide official backing

The Guardian - UK · Jul 17

Trump will attend FIFA World Cup final, says White House; Argentina prez Milei to skip event

The White House on Thursday confirmed that US President Donald Trump will attend Sunday's FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at the New York-New Jersey Stadium, where he is expected to join FIFA president Gianni Infantino in presenting the trophy to the winners.

The Times of India · Jul 17

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The Independent UK · Jul 17

Bronze final? How about World Cup’s most pointless match? Why Fifa should bin off third-place play-off

WORLD CUP 2026: Three days after the biggest loss of their careers, England’s squad have to go again and take on Kylian Mbappe’s France on Saturday in Miami. And Kieran Jackson argues: who even cares?

France 24 · Jul 17

Buenos Aires locals support Argentine footballers over World Cup Falklands banner

Locals in Buenos Aires have voiced support for the Argentine men's football team after players held up a banner declaring sovereignity over the disputed Falkland Islands after their World Cup semi-final victory over England on Wednesday. Britain has called for FIFA to investigate the incident.

The Independent UK · Jul 17

Bulletin AM briefing: Fifa to investigate Argentina’s Falklands banner and Burnham to pledge to be ‘unashamedly Labour’

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International Business Times UK · Jul 17

Why Did Jude Bellingham Slap an Argentina Player? Viral World Cup Incident Explained

England's World Cup semi-final loss to Argentina was overshadowed by a viral incident involving Jude Bellingham, raising questions about potential FIFA disciplinary action.

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International Business Times UK · Jul 17

Argentina Banned From World Cup? England Demands FIFA Action Over Falklands Banner

The UK government has called on FIFA to investigate Argentina's football team for displaying a banner asserting sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after their World Cup semi-final win against England.

The Economic Times · Jul 17

'Nothing was handed to us': Messi hits back at Argentina critics

Lionel Messi asserts Argentina's World Cup victories were earned through skill and perseverance. He dismissed claims of beneficial officiating and favoritism by the soccer establishment. Argentina's team has demonstrated championship pedigree by overcoming late-game deficits. Critics have voiced concerns over perceived biased refereeing in several crucial matches. The team remains…

The Conversation · Jul 16

World Cup VAR controversies show why human referees should decide where potential fouls begin

Two contested decisions at the 2026 World Cup have reignited debate over how video assistant referee (VAR) reviews should work, and how far back a referee should look when deciding what counts as part of the same passage of play.

The Guardian - US · Jul 16

Arsène Wenger: US soccer development will depend on ‘consistency’ and ‘education’

The former Arsenal boss called out the pay-to-play model that is common in the United States and said that academy setups are vital for the growth of the sport

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Rosie O’Donnell slams USMNT for going along with Trump’s ‘sickening’ World Cup intervention in Balogun’s red card

‘There’s so much corruption that we don’t even notice it,’ the comedian said

The Independent UK · Jul 16

Fifa confirms investigation into Argentina’s Falklands banner

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International Business Times UK · Jul 16

'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.

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