‘Drake curse’ continues with rapper losing £1.1m bet as Spain win World Cup The 39-year-old Canadian star put his money on Argentina. Evening Standard · Jul 19
Who Are the Celebrities at the World Cup Final? Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams and A-List Stars Watch Spain vs Argentina Spain clinched a 1-0 victory over Argentina in a star-studded World Cup final, featuring appearances by Tom Cruise, Robbie Williams, and global leaders, making it a night to remember. International Business Times UK · Jul 19
Leandro Paredes sparks brawl at final whistle as Argentina’s World Cup ends with punches and in disgrace Paredes was involved in an ugly clash with Spain’s Eric Garcia and Gavi following the full-time whistle The Independent UK · Jul 19
Spain win World Cup after Ferran Torres breaks 10-man Argentina’s resistance Spain have won their second men’s World Cup after Ferran Torres’s extra-time strike beat a battling Argentina side who had Enzo Fernández sent off The Guardian - UK · Jul 19
2030 World Cup: Host, Locations and Format The 2030 World Cup will be a landmark occasion for many reasons, from celebrating the tournament’s 100-year history to creating a format that breaks new ground. Sports Illustrated · Jul 19
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 · Jul 19
Spain Silences Lionel Messi, Argentina to Win 2026 World Cup A performance of remarkable control—if not clinical edge—saw Spain win its second men’s World Cup title. Sports Illustrated · Jul 19
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 · Jul 19
Five reasons why the World Cup final was so dull Spain dominated the final but required extra time to find a winner, while Argentina waited until the 121st minute to create a big chance The Independent UK · 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 1-0 Argentina (AET): Ferran Torres claims World Cup glory for European champions Former Manchester City star struck winner in New Jersey Evening Standard · Jul 19
Spain win the World Cup after Ferran Torres dethrones 10-man Argentina in extra time Spain are the world champions after a deserved 1-0 victory over an Argentina team who barely mustered a shot The Guardian - UK · Jul 19
Enzo Fernandez sent off in ridiculous fashion as Argentina vs Spain enters extra-time Enzo Fernandez has been sent off after committing one of the World Cup's all-time horror tackles vs Spain FourFourTwo · Jul 19
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 The Independent UK · Jul 19
Motorsport · Jul 19 IndyCar Nashville race postponed to Monday after heavy rain and World Cup delays UPDATE: The IndyCar race at Nashville has been pushed to Monday, 3pm EST
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 'House of the Dragon' Hypes World Cup Final Ahead of Episode 5 Premiere House of the Dragon's social media teases the 2026 World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain, sparking fan speculation on allegiances and parallels with the show's upcoming battles.
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 Trump Says It's 'Hard to Bet Against Messi' Ahead of Argentina vs Spain World Cup Final Ahead of the World Cup final, Trump avoided choosing between Argentina and Spain, instead praising Lionel Messi's exceptional skills, sparking varied reactions on social media.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 19 Morning Mail: All eyes on World Cup final; how police use facial recognition tech; ‘wellbeing poverty’ on the rise Argentina face Spain in World Cup final; WA police trial new facial recognition technology; more Australians dissatisfied with life
The Independent UK · Jul 19 ‘Terrible’ World Cup final pitch criticised after slow start to Spain v Argentina The ‘bobbly, dry pitch’ did not help a slow start to the World Cup final at the New Jersey New York Stadium
The Independent UK · Jul 19 All the celebrities spotted at World Cup final as Spain and Argentina face off From Jay-Z and Beyonce to Timothee Chalamet and David and Victoria Beckham
FourFourTwo · Jul 19 'It's always Argentina' - Ian Wright slams referee calls in favour of Lionel Messi's men vs Spain Argentina are always the beneficiaries of lenient refereeing, according to Ian Wright, speaking during the World Cup Final
Evening Standard · Jul 19 Lisandro Martinez: Manchester United dealt major injury blow as star limps off in World Cup final Defender hobbled off as Spain faced Argentina in East Rutherford, New Jersey
Sports Illustrated · Jul 19 Every Celebrity Spotted Watching Spain vs. Argentina—World Cup Final Soccer’s showpiece event was full of A-listers.
Euronews · Jul 19 Trump and Sánchez meet at World Cup final after nearly two years of diplomatic tensions For nearly two years, the leaders of Spain and the United States have clashed over issues ranging from defence spending to US policy in the Middle East.
International Business Times UK · Jul 19 Ten EU States Push for Weaker Carbon Rules as Seven Others Warn Against Watering Down ETS Ten EU states pushed to loosen carbon market rules while seven, including Spain, warned it risks undermining the bloc's climate targets.