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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.

Bangkok Post

How Lionel Messi Ended Up Bathing a Baby Lamine Yamal

Messi finally offered up his view on an almost impossible quirk of fate before the pair face off in the 2026 World Cup final.

Sports Illustrated

‘He is pure history’: Scaloni pays tribute to Messi before World Cup final

Lionel Scaloni, Lionel Messi and Emiliano Martínez insist Argentina will embrace the occasion rather than the pressure as Spain await in Sunday’s World Cup final

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Lionel Messi speaks in advance of World Cup final, says Argentina 'will give it our all'

The lineup of sports legends simultaneously on the stage at Fanatics Fest on Friday night was almost absurd

The Independent UK

Lamine Yamal Injury: Spain Boss Provides Update for 2026 World Cup Final

Yamal took a “hard knock” during Spain’s semifinal victory over France, Luis de la Fuente revealed.

Sports Illustrated

How Spain and Argentina Reached the 2026 World Cup Final

Spain and Argentina have taken wildly different routes to the showpiece event.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina XI vs Spain: Starting lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup final

Can Lionel Messi inspire team-mates to another famous win?

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God’s will? Destiny? Lionel Messi, Lamine Yamal, that photo and the World Cup final

The boy in the baby bath has unbelievably become the successor to Messi at Barcelona and now, maybe, on the world stage too

The Guardian - UK

World Cup destiny: Messi bathed Yamal as a baby, now they face off for soccer's top title

Photographer Joan Monfort's images of Lionel Messi bathing Lamine Yamal have gained global attention. These pictures were taken nearly two decades ago for a charity calendar. The resurfaced photos now highlight a remarkable twist of fate for the upcoming World Cup final. Messi's Argentina will face Yamal's Spain for the…

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: France, England prepare for gloomy World Cup send-off

France and England will play in the World Cup third-place match after semi-final losses. Both teams are disappointed after their respective defeats in the tournament's final stages. This match offers a chance for Kylian Mbappe to lead the scoring charts. Harry Kane's final World Cup appearance might also be marked…

The Economic Times

How Lionel Messi could have played for Spain in World Cup final

Barcelona legend in line to deliver second straight World Cup for his nation

Evening Standard

Franco Colapinto "much more" nervous for World Cup final than F1 Belgian GP

Franco Colapinto admits he will be more nervous watching Argentina face Spain in the World Cup final than racing in the Belgian Grand Prix

Motorsport

World Cup final is already the biggest ever prediction market as Kalshi bets top $1.27 billion—with Spain favored to beat Argentina

Overall prediction market bets tied to the World Cup on Kalshi and Polymarket have collectively exceeded $29 billion in total trading volume.

Fortune

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.

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The Independent UK

Lionel Messi once held baby Lamine Yamal in his arms. Now they will battle for the World Cup title

Almost two decades ago, photographer Joan Monfort didn’t think much of his photo shoot of a teenage Lionel Messi bathing a cute baby boy in a plastic bathtub

The Guardian - US

VAR ‘fixes’, AI slop and perpetual outrage: the World Cup in the age of conspiracy

With cries of malfeasance and injustice over refereeing decisions, Fifa actions and even Argentina’s run, the tournament is a mirror of a theory-pilled society

The Guardian - UK

World Cup final, the Tour de France and Open golf – follow with us

Here’s how to follow along with our coverage – the finest writing and up-to-the-minute reports

The Guardian - AU

World Cup of memes: Japan fans, Beckham unbothered and a simmering bromance

A tournament with more teams and more games has been filled with euphoria, heartbreak, and these weird and wonderful viral moments

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The Guardian - UK

Genuine hope may have been fleeting for England. But it was still life-affirming

Two minutes and 55 seconds. That’s how long I really had hope of reaching the World Cup final. And it didn’t kill me

Sports Illustrated

World Cup Golden Ball: Full List of Winners

The World Cup Golden Ball is given to the best player at each tournament.

Evening Standard

France XI vs England: Predicted lineup, confirmed team news, injury latest for World Cup bronze final today

France dealt major injury blow ahead of bronze final showdown, but Kylian Mbappe is chasing more history

Sports Illustrated

England Predicted Lineup vs. France: World Cup Third-Place Playoff

Thomas Tuchel is expected to heavily rotate his starting lineup for Saturday’s game in Miami.

Evening Standard

Who is World Cup final referee? Spain vs Argentina official oversaw shock defeat for holders

Slavko Vincic has worrying previous with Argentina...

International Business Times UK

'Nothing Was Handed to Us': Lionel Messi Responds to World Cup 'Rigged' Claims After Argentina Beat England

Lionel Messi dismisses claims of favouritism as Argentina prepares for the World Cup final against Spain, asserting their success is due to skill and not preferential treatment.

The Guardian - UK

Donald Trump gives himself starting role in the bigliest occasion of all

In today’s Football Daily: Donald Trump jumps off the bench for Spain v Argentina

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