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Performers take to the stage at the World Cup final, in photos

The FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina featured a pregame entertainment ceremony and the tournament’s first halftime show Sunday, bringing a Super Bowl-style spectacle to soccer’s biggest match. The pregame ceremony included live musical performances and other entertainment before kickoff, while the 11-minute halftime show featured a fast-paced…

The Independent UK

Spain wins the World Cup by beating Argentina 1-0 on Ferran Torres' goal in extra time

Ferran Torres scored a late goal, securing Spain's World Cup victory over Argentina. Spain's dominant performance denied Lionel Messi a second consecutive title in his final tournament. This triumph marks Spain's second World Cup title and a historic simultaneous hold on men's and women's trophies. The team extended its unbeaten…

The Economic Times

Madonna, Shakira, Bieber and The Muppets light up World Cup half-time show

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Musical headliners Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS and Coldplay were joined by Brazilian soccer icons and "Ted Lasso" actors in a spectacular first-ever World Cup final halftime show on Sunday.

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Every Celebrity Spotted Watching Spain vs. Argentina—World Cup Final

Soccer’s showpiece event was full of A-listers.

Sports Illustrated

Trump celebrates the World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy to the winning team

President Donald Trump is set to present the World Cup trophy to the winner of Sunday’s final between Argentina and Spain

The Independent UK

Trump celebrates World Cup as a US victory as he prepares to present trophy at final

For the White House, Sunday’s match is the culmination of well over a year of navigating a litany of logistical challenges alongside co-hosts Canada and Mexico for what would be the biggest World Cup in history

The Independent UK

The World Cup winner will earn $51 million under expanded purse

The winner of the World Cup will hoist a trophy, receive championship rings for the first time and gain a lifetime of glory in what will be a defining moment in the country’s sports history

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The World Cup final is here, with Argentina taking on Spain in soccer's showdown

Lionel Messi and Argentina on one side

The Independent UK

Trump claims US World Cup a success, despite controversies, ahead of final

Donald Trump on Friday said the US had become a "soccer country" after hosting the 2026 World Cup with Mexico and Canada "that brought the world together". But the tournament has not been without its controversies, from hardline US migration policies that excluded fans – and one Somali referee, as…

France 24

New MLS Commissioner: Who Are the Candidates to Take Over From Don Garber?

Two names familiar to MLS look to be finalists to become the league’s next commissioner.

Sports Illustrated

The 2026 World Cup Final Deserves Better Than MetLife Stadium

Spain and Argentina will clash in East Rutherford, N.J. for the biggest prize in soccer.

Sports Illustrated

Mauricio Pochettino Sets Timeline to Decide USMNT Future

The U.S. men’s national team manager’s contract expires after the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

How Close Lionel Messi Came to Playing for Spain Instead of Argentina

Arguably the greatest soccer player ever could have had a very different story.

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The World Cup final awaits, with Messi and defending champion Argentina set to face Spain

Lionel Messi rarely loses

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FIFA keeps failing women

The organization has allowed several players accused of sexual violence to compete in the World Cup

Fortune

U.S. soccer star Landon Donovan was raised by a single mom and said he wouldn’t break though today because youth sports have gotten too expensive

“That's not a good system to create good players,” Donovan, a three-time FIFA World Cup participant, said. “How do you create good players by doing that? You can't.”

The Independent UK

Are kids’ sports leagues becoming a luxury item? Battle begins to keep them open for all

ANALYSIS: The percentage of kids from low-income homes enrolled in youth sports is plummeting — and that’s a national problem if the US wants to compete at the highest levels, Bruce Golding finds

The Economic Times

International visitors came to the United States for soccer. Some saw beyond the cliches, too

International World Cup fans discovered American hospitality and warmth during their recent visits. Many found locals welcoming and eager to share their culture and homes. This experience contrasted with media depictions of a politically fractured and unwelcoming nation. Tourists encountered friendly interactions and helpful advice from everyday Americans. Their firsthand…

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Many World Cup fans agree on one thing after visiting the US

The international visitors absorbed more than just local cuisine and vast landscapes

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Women amputees in South America train to be World Cup soccer contenders

Women amputees from 10 South American countries are training in Bolivia for the 2027 Women's Amputee Football World Cup

Medical Daily

From Extra Time to Exhaustion: The Medical Battle Behind Every World Cup Soccer Final

The World Cup final is as much a medical challenge as an athletic one, with players battling fatigue, dehydration and injury after weeks of elite competition. Behind the scenes, sports medicine teams work to keep athletes performing at their peak through the final whistle.

Fortune

So you want to buy a sports franchise? Why entering sports ownership gives the rich a ‘very elite and exclusive club’ with great tax benefits

Increasingly, the founders and heads of companies like Home Depot, Walmart and LVMH are entering the sports world. There's a good reason for that.

The Economic Times

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

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…

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…

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