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Real Madrid move for Ballon d’Or winner hits a major roadblock: report

Speculation around Premier League star has been gathering pace but one significant obstacle stands in the way of a deal

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Alex Scott: What Chelsea’s Rejected $86 Million Bid Tells Us About Club’s Plans

The Blues are once again proving their willingness to spend big this summer.

Sports Illustrated

How Can Real Madrid Break Into World Cup-Winning Spain Team Again?

Los Blancos played a minimal part in Spain’s summer success.

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After Turning Fans Off With Controversial Behavior, Lionel Messi Breaks Silence On Argentina’s World Cup Loss

The Argentine captain's latest statement came as FIFA officially launched an investigation into Argentina's post-match conduct following the World Cup final.

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A big red speaker, Louis Vuitton trophy trunks and a tattoo bet – how Spain celebrated World Cup win

Luis de la Fuente’s team was the best at the tournament by some margin but are not satisfied yet with focus now on ‘the next game in September’

The Guardian - UK

“My Idol Making A Fool Of Himself”: Fans Turn On Lionel Messi Over “Shameful” Move During World Cup Final

“Pathetic, so pathetic all that talent is totally ruined by these pathetic moves and behavior just to win…” one critic wrote online.

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Marc Cucurella spotted removing an object from his sock and burying it in the pitch seconds before the World Cup Final kicked off, with a former team-mate confirming exactly what it was and why he did it

The 2010 World Cup winner gave his fellow countrymen some mystical advice before they beat Argentina

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Marc Cucurella continued secret tradition before Spain’s World Cup victory

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The Independent UK

Spain’s ‘lucky coin’ as Marc Cucurella continues bizarre tradition of World Cup champion

Cucurella complied with the request of 2010 winner Joan Capdevila, continuing a tradition surrounding Spain’s lucky coin

The Independent UK

Why Marc Cucurella Was Not Sent Off in World Cup Final Despite Lionel Messi Plea

Argentina’s superstar did his utmost to try and even out the numbers in the World Cup final.

Sports Illustrated

Muppets, Donald Trump and Lego trophies: The top 10 weirdest moments from the World Cup final

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in added time in a game which was full of colourful and at times farcical incidents but notably low on football quality

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi branded a 'baby' after asking for Marc Cucurella to be sent off in World Cup final: 'Game's gone'

Argentina talisman was leaving nothing to chance as second world title slipped away

Evening Standard

Messi slammed for trying to get Spain’s Cucurella sent off in World Cup final

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The Independent UK

Luis de la Fuente responds to Marc Cucurella’s tattoo promise after Spain’s World Cup win: ‘I am not too ugly’

Cucurella had vowed to get his manager’s face inked on his body if Spain won the World Cup

The Independent UK

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‘We had a date with destiny’: De la Fuente lauds Spain players after World Cup victory

Manager says team and and fans ‘deserve everything’ while Lionel Scaloni will ‘think about the future’ with Argentina

Evening Standard

World Cup final: Spain reveal valuable lesson which helped secure second star

Spain’s second World Cup win was eerily similar to their first in South Africa 16 years ago

Sports Illustrated

The 2026 World Cup XI

Soccer’s superstars came to the fore on the grandest stage.

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HENRY WINTER: Spain's World Cup triumph is a victory for football. Argentina came to fight but were slain by Luis de la Fuente's matadors

NEW JERSEY: In Frank Sinatra’s back-yard, Spain did it their way and the world rejoiced

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The Guardian - UK

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 Independent UK

World Cup final player ratings: 9/10 for architect of Spain triumph but Argentina villain gets 3/10

Spain 1-0 Argentina (after extra time): A dominant performance was capped off by a Ferran Torres winner in extra time to secure a second World cup triumph for La Roja

Euronews

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.

The Independent UK

Why was Enzo Fernandez sent off in World Cup final?

Fernandez’s second yellow card offence was criticised by Alan Shearer and called ‘stupid’ after Argentina were left down to 10 men

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi called ‘a baby’ after attempting to get Marc Cucurella sent off in World Cup final

The Argentina captain appeared to protest to referee Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic after an interaction with the Spain defender in the final

Sports Illustrated

Real Madrid Narrowly Avoid Breaking 28-Year World Cup Final Streak—Or Did They?

Los Blancos will be present in the 2026 World Cup final.

The Economic Times

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…

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