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Huge wildfire burns through 15,800 hectares in northern Spain

Fire-fighters are still battling the blaze in the northern province of Zaragoza

The Independent UK

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

Grosvenor Sport World Cup final betting offer: Double your odds and get £30 in free bets

Everything you need to know about the latest Grosvenor World Cup offer ahead of Spain vs Argentina

The Independent UK

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Lionel Messi responds to iconic photo with baby Lamine Yamal ahead of World Cup final

Lionel Messi has described the viral photos of him with baby Lamine Yamal as "just crazy", as destiny brings the pair together for the World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday (19 July).

The Independent UK

Spain vs. Argentina: Three Key Battles That Could Decide 2026 World Cup Final

Superstars from Spain and Argentina collide on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Sports Illustrated

The Argentina formula that can defy logic to beat Spain in World Cup final

WORLD CUP FINAL: Lionel Messi and Argentina are on the brink of back-to-back titles, while Spain can upgrade from European champions to add a second star in what, Miguel Delaney argues, is a match and a day like nothing else in sport

The Independent UK

Lionel Messi gets the plaudits but Spain have the real player of the tournament

Rodri has recaptured his best form under Luis de la Fuente and his influence is instructive against the glitz and glamour of Messi, writes Richard Jolly

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New York issued 'imminent threat' alert ahead of Spain vs Argentina World Cup Final

New York City residents were issued with an 'imminent threat' alert directly to their mobile and cellular devices on Saturday, July 18

FourFourTwo

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.

Sports Illustrated

World Cup 2026 final Argentina vs Spain ticket released last-minute by FIFA on Saturday. Here's how much you will have to spend to witness Lionel Messi-Lamine Yamal

Lionel Messi's Argentina are striving to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups, while Spain are trying to win a second title after their maiden victory in 2010.

The Economic Times

Luis de la Fuente reveals Spain will not man-mark Messi in World Cup final

Spain’s coach said his players ‘we will pay close attention to him’ but would not man-mark Argentina’s Lionel Messi in Sunday’s World Cup final

The Guardian - UK

La Masia chacha vs bhatija: Messi, Yamal connection sets up the stage for Argentina vs Spain World Cup final

Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal's paths first crossed during a charity event years ago. Now, these football stars face each other in a significant World Cup final match. Messi, a decorated legend, showcases his enduring skill and vision on the field. Yamal, a young prodigy, mirrors Messi's early brilliance and…

The Economic Times

Weather Wreaks Havoc on Spain’s World Cup Final Preparations

Thunderstorms and flash floods in New York-New Jersey area disrupted La Roja’s training session.

Sports Illustrated

Drake places 1.5 million-dollar bet on Argentina beating Spain in World Cup

The God’s Plan rapper shared a screenshot of the online bet he placed on Stake ahead of the final.

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The Independent UK

Drone footage shows scale of major wildfire sweeping through northern Spain

A wildfire in Spain has torn through more than 15,400 hectares of land across an 80-kilometre (50-mile) perimeter, with drone footage capturing the scale of the fast-moving blaze in the country's northern Aragon region.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi's World Cup greatness, one record at a time

The spotlight will be firmly on Argentina captain Lionel Messi, who is expected to play the final World Cup match of his career. The 39-year-old will become only the second player after Cafu to appear in three World Cup finals and heads into the decider after scoring eight goals, putting…

The Independent UK

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

Lionel Messi rarely loses

The Guardian - UK

Shackle Rodri the metronome and Argentina’s passion play can floor Spain

The World Cup final is a classic clash of the process team against a side riding an emotional urge to fulfil Messi’s destiny

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The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lamine Yamal, Pelé, Mbappé and more, all-time youngest players to feature in finals

With the upcoming final, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubarsí are poised to etch their names into the World Cup record books as the youngest-ever finalists. They step into a rarefied circle of players under twenty, sharing the stage with legends like Pelé from 1958 and Kylian Mbappé from 2018,…

Bangkok Post

Spain, Argentina tune up for World Cup final in smoggy New Jersey

EAST RUTHERFORD (UNITED STATES) - Argentina and Spain fine-tuned preparations for Sunday's World Cup final in New Jersey as a persistent, choking smog blanketed the eastern United States.

Sports Illustrated

Spain Predicted Lineup vs. Argentina: World Cup Final

Spain has reached its first World Cup final since winning the competition in 2010.

The Independent UK

World Cup champion pleads for Trump’s help in getting into US for Spain v Argentina

The 48-year-old said he wants to be at the game in New Jersey ‘with all my 2010 teammates’ to cheer on the current Spain squad

Euronews

Spain faces hottest week of summer with temperatures up to 45°C next week

Spain's Met Office Aemet says from Tuesday the country will face its third summer heatwave, with highs up to 45°C, as major wildfires rage in Zaragoza and Guadalajara.

Sports Illustrated

Lionel Messi Highest Anytime Scoring Percent on Kalshi for World Cup Final

Lionel Messi is favored to score a goal on Kalshi in the World Cup final against Spain.

Sports Illustrated

Argentina Predicted Lineup vs. Spain: World Cup Final

Argentina needs more Lionel Messi magic to clinch a second successive world title.

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