Messi didn't play well in World Cup final vs Spain
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Argentine football great Lionel Messi was subjected to ridicule on social media after losing 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final to Spain.
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Op-ed: Don't cry for Argentina's petulant World Cup meltdown
Spain may have hoisted the World Cup after its win at the final on Sunday, but writing in the Athletic, Adam Crafton argues that Argentina stole the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. He describes a "tetchy,
Ronaldo’s final shot at World Cup glory. Ronaldo, 41, had confirmed before the Spain match that the 2026 tournament would be his final World Cup. He was visibly emotional while
A viral phrase that translates to "What if we do?" in English is being used by Mexican soccer fans and players dreaming about seemingly impossible wins.
This World Cup, people risked millions on Polymarket, betting on whether soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo would cry during a match. But did he?
FOOTBALL fans joked England vs France was like a “glorified Soccer Aid” as the Three Lions ran riot. Declan Rice and Ezri Konsa scored before Bukayo Saka’s double in the first
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Lionel Messi undefeated when ENG-ARG ref Ismael Elfath works
Major League Soccer referee Ismail Elfath has never overseen a Lionel Messi loss or draw -- only wins. That's why his appointment to Argentina's World Cup semifinal against England on Wednesday angered English fans and led to accusations of fixing the tournament for another Messi title.
Norway's long-awaited World Cup return is being powered by a viral Viking "rowing" chant that's sweeping the world, from Boston train stations to Times Square — and the heart of Norway's parliament.
President Trump appeared to shake off FIFA President Gianni Infantino as he lingered onstage after presenting Spain their second World Cup trophy ever. Trump stood next to the team as they lifted the trophy and cannons of gold confetti shot in the air.
