Three Takeaways From Argentina’s World Cup Whimper Against Spanish Giants Argentina missed out on a second-consecutive World Cup victory. Sports Illustrated · Jul 19
Patience beats overreliance on Messi: how the final was won and lost Argentina tried to kill the spectacle and make it a physical battle but Spain refused to take the bait The Guardian - UK · Jul 19
Spain 1-0 Argentina (aet): 2026 World Cup final player ratings Rodri looks back to his imperious best in Spain’s midfield while Enzo Fernández has a day to forget for Argentina The Guardian - UK · Jul 19
Spain completely dominates Argentina in one-sided World Cup final Spain’s victory in this morning’s FIFA World Cup final confirmed what many have long believed: soccer is a team sport, and in the end, the collective defeats the individual. The Conversation · Jul 19
Spain prepares to welcome World Cup heroes with 1 million expected on streets of Madrid A tense final in New Jersey was finally settled after extra time as Spain ended Argentina's reign as world champions and lifted the trophy for the second time. Euronews · Jul 19
Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: Lineup, key players to watch out and other details Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Final lineup: Defending champions Argentina will face Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. Spain reached the final after defeating France in their semi-final match. Argentina secured their spot by overcoming England in a dramatic semi-final comeback. Lionel Messi remains Argentina's key… The Economic Times · Jul 19
Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Spain: World Cup Final Argentina needs more Lionel Messi magic to clinch a second successive world title. Sports Illustrated · Jul 18
World Cup 2026 Final Spain vs. Argentina Predictions and Picks Spain vs. Argentina at MetLife Stadium: why Spain at +131 holds structural value over the defending champions in the 2026 World Cup Final. Sports Lens · Jul 18
Starmer blasts Argentina stars in banner storm: 'World Cup might not be ours but Falklands are' ‘Our commitment to the Falklands will never waver,’ says Downing Street in wake of growing row over post-match celebrations Evening Standard · Jul 16
Fury explodes in Britain at Argentina players in Falklands banner row as stars face calls to have visas revoked ‘FIFA need to really take the action that deserves to happen,’ says Business Secretary Peter Kyle calling for an inquiry Evening Standard · Jul 16
Ranking the Two Teams Left in the 2026 World Cup Spain takes on Argentina in what promises to be an enthralling clash of styles. Sports Illustrated · Jul 16
England vs. Argentina: Confirmed Lineups for 2026 World Cup Semifinal Thomas Tuchel sprang a surprise in England’s frontline for the clash with Argentina. Sports Illustrated · Jul 15
Transfer Rumors: Man Utd Chase Arsenal Forward; Haaland Plots Real Madrid Meeting Morgan Rogers, Julián Alvarez, Lisandro Martínez, Michael Olise and Djed Spence all feature in the gossip. Sports Illustrated · Jul 14
Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. England: World Cup Semifinal Lionel Scaloni is reportedly weighing up a midfield change for a mammoth duel in Atlanta. Sports Illustrated · Jul 14
Sports Illustrated · Jul 11 ‘Bothers Us’—Argentina Duo Reveal Huge Problem That Could End Lionel Messi’s World Cup The champion has been pushed to the edge of elimination during the World Cup knockout rounds.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 11 Argentina vs. Switzerland—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups These two countries both had to battle hard to make the quarterfinal.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 10 Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Switzerland: World Cup Quarterfinal The holders continue to thrive in chaos as its title defense returns to Kansas City.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 9 FIFA Referee Chief Issues Strong Response to Accusations of Bias Towards Lionel Messi’s Argentina Argentina benefited from some significant refereeing decisions during its round-of-16 victory over Egypt.
The Guardian - UK · Jul 8 Refereeing at this World Cup has been fine, we don’t need input of Tuchel and Trump Give or take the odd error, officials have got it right on most occasions, while VAR has helped them when they haven’t
International Business Times UK · Jul 7 Argentina vs Egypt: Lionel Messi Left in Tears After Overcoming Shock 2-0 Deficit to Keep World Cup Dream Alive Lionel Messi led Argentina to a dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the World Cup last-16, overcoming a 2-0 deficit with goals from Romero, Messi, and Fernández.
Latin Times · Jul 7 Egypt's Historic Run Ends in a Thirteen-Minute Argentine Storm Power by a Substitute Trailing 2-0 late, Argentina scores three times in 13 minutes — including a sub's assist — to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarterfinals.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 7 Argentina vs. Egypt—World Cup: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Argentina and Egypt were both forced to extra time during arduous round of 32 victories.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 6 Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Egypt: World Cup Round of 16 The reigning champion was given an almighty scare by Cabo Verde in the round of 32.
Latin Times · Jul 4 Cape Verde Pushed Argentina to the Brink. Three Different Defenders Pulled the Champions Through. Argentina survives Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time at the World Cup, escaping a near-historic upset before facing Egypt in the Round of 16.
Sports Illustrated · Jul 4 Argentina Player Ratings vs. Cabo Verde: Unlikely Heroes Help Messi Avoid Humiliation The defending champion was unimpressive and needed extra time to defeat an honorable Cabo Verde.