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Spain's Ferran Torres Spain have been crowned world champions after beating Lionel Messi’s lead Argentina at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The only goal of the game was scored by Ferran Torres after a well worked assist from Nico Williams. Spain Edge Argentina To Lift 2026 FIFA World Cup Trophy Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after defeating Lionel Messi's Argentina 1-0 in a tense final at the New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The closely contested encounter saw Spain produce a disciplined and determined performance to deny the defending champions a successful title defence, securing their second FIFA World Cup crown. Argentina, led by captain Lionel Messi, pushed relentlessly for an equaliser but were repeatedly frustrated by ...

Football lovers around the world are gearing up for a historic showdown as Spain and Argentina battle for glory in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The highly anticipated encounter brings together two football powerhouses with rich histories, talented squads, and millions of passionate supporters eager to witness the crowning of a new world champion. Spain’s technical style, attacking creativity, and disciplined approach will face a strong challenge from Argentina’s experience, determination, and winning mentality. The final promises to deliver unforgettable moments, thrilling action, and top-class football entertainment. Fans who want to follow every key moment, match updates, highlights, and breaking developments can stay connected with SNOW TV for comprehensive coverage. 📲 Fol...

FIFA has announced the full list of nominees for the Hyundai Goal of the Tournament award at the 2026 FIFA World Cup ahead of Sunday's final between Argentina and Spain. The latest six goals from the quarter-finals and semi-finals have completed the shortlist, with the overall winner set to be decided after the World Cup final. On Saturday, FIFA confirmed that Julián Álvarez's extra-time strike in Argentina's 3-1 quarter-final victory over Switzerland was voted the best goal from the quarter-finals and semi-finals after receiving 37.2 per cent of the fan vote. The Goal of the Tournament award has been determined in stages throughout the competition, with fans casting votes after the group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, and the combined quarter-final and semi-final rounds. The...

An astrologer, Christina, has predicted that Argentina will emerge victorious over Spain in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to her, Lionel Messi and the reigning world champions appear to be favoured by current astrological transits ahead of the highly anticipated showdown with Spain. Argentina and Spain are scheduled to face off at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, July 19, in what is expected to be one of the biggest World Cup finals in recent history. Speaking to CBS Sports ahead of the match, Christina analysed the astrological charts of both finalists and shared her outlook on the encounter. Commenting on Messi's performances throughout the tournament, she said the Argentine captain appears highly motivated. "I believe Messi's transit indicates...

UFC champion and ambassador for the global betting brand 1xBet, Conor McGregor, placed a $100,000 bet on the year’s most anticipated football match. UFC champion and ambassador for the global betting brand 1xBet, Conor McGregor, placed a $100,000 bet on the year’s most anticipated football match. In just a few hours, MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford will host the World Championship final, where the defending champions Argentina will look to retain their title against Europe’s strongest team, Spain. The whole world will be watching, and Conor McGregor has added even more intrigue by betting $100,000 on Argentina to win 3-2. The Irish fighter made history as the first athlete in UFC to hold titles in two weight classes simultaneously, meaning he has extensive experience with major...

Super Eagles striker, Kelechi Iheanacho, has completed a move to Bursaspor of Turkey on a free transfer. Bursaspor announced the signing of the Nigerian international forward on Friday via a video posted on its official X account. Welcoming the Nigerian international, the club said: “Our club has reached an agreement with Nigerian footballer Kelechi Iheanacho as part of its squad planning efforts for the new season. “Born on October 3, 1996, and playing as a striker, Iheanacho has worn the jerseys of Manchester City, Leicester City, Sevilla, and Celtic throughout his career, achieving the success of scoring 42 goals and providing 27 assists in 196 Premier League matches. “We say ‘welcome’ to Kelechi Iheanacho and wish him a career filled with successes under the roof of our clu...

Chelsea have reached an agreement worth £117m to land Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers. According to the BBC on Saturday, the fee will stand as a club record for the west London side. The deal also sets a new benchmark for the biggest fee ever paid for an English player. The 23-year-old midfielder is billed to put pen to paper on a six-year contract, with the Blues holding an option to extend by a further season. He is due in London for a medical on Monday once he wraps up international commitments with England at the ongoing 2026 World Cup. The £117m fee eclipses the £116m Manchester City handed Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson, another England midfielder, only weeks earlier this summer, to become the costliest transfer involving an English player. At Chelsea, it also su...

Barcelona icon Xavi Hernandez has expressed his readiness to take up an international coaching role, revealing that managing at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is among the opportunities he would welcome. The former Spain midfielder has been without a managerial position since leaving Barcelona in May 2024 after a trophyless season ended his spell at the Camp Nou. During nearly three seasons in charge of the Catalan giants, Xavi guided the club to the 2022–23 La Liga title and the Supercopa de España before stepping down following a disappointing campaign. The 46-year-old, who previously enjoyed a successful coaching stint with Qatar's Al Sadd, winning seven trophies, believes managing a national team now aligns better with both his professional goals and family life. Speakin...

Spain defender Marc Cucurella has revealed he will retire from international football and get a tattoo of head coach Luis de la Fuente on his bicep if La Roja overcome Argentina in Sunday's 2026 FIFA World Cup final. The recently signed Real Madrid star said winning both the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup would mark the perfect conclusion to his international career. "If we win the World Cup, I'll call Luis the next day and tell him not to count on me anymore because I'll be retiring from the national team," Cucurella said. He added, "With a European Championship and a World Cup, there would be nothing more for me to achieve." The defender also vowed to honour Spain's coach with a permanent tribute, saying he would tattoo De la Fuente's face on his bicep if t...

US President Donald Trump has questioned  England coach Thomas Tuchel’s tactics in the World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. In the clash, England took a second-half lead through Anthony Gordon's 55th-minute strike but then dropped deeper with Tuchel switching to a back five and ending with six defenders on the pitch as Argentina scored twice in the final five minutes plus stoppage time to reach Sunday's final against Spain. German coach Tuchel, who was overseeing England at a major tournament for the first time, has been criticised for his defensive substitutions at 1-0, which invited more pressure from Argentina with plenty of time remaining. Now, US President Donald Trump has joined the conversation about Tuchel’s tactics against Argentina, who will aim to retain ...