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US President Donald Trump did not leave the podium when the Spanish national team was lifting the winners' trophy. The FIFA president had to intervene in the situation.
Thousands of people danced in the streets of Madrid, set off fireworks after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina. Ferran Torres' goal in extra time brought "La Roja" its second world champion title.
The Spanish national team beat Argentina 1:0 in the final of the 2026 World Cup. The only goal was scored by Ferran Torres in the 106th minute.
The Argentina national team set an anti-record by failing to make a single shot on Spain's goal during regular time of the World Cup final. Regular time ended with a score of 0:0, and the teams moved into extra time.
US President Donald Trump smiled and patted the golden trophy as it was held before him. This is not Trump's first encounter with the trophy; previously, the FIFA president brought it to the White House.
US President Donald Trump will present the trophy to the winner of the 2026 World Cup final. Argentina's President Javier Milei will not attend due to superstitions.
US President Donald Trump in an interview with Fox refused to name the winner of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. He noted that it is hard to bet against Lionel Messi, calling his assist perfect.
US President Donald Trump called on FIFA to choose the USA as the host of the future World Cup without Canada and Mexico. He also spoke about a proposal for a joint tournament between the USA and China.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
FIFA does not plan to postpone the World Cup final due to smoke from Canadian forest fires. The smoke is expected to dissipate by Sunday, when the match will take place.
FIFA will award championship rings to the winners of the 2026 World Cup for the first time. Each ring will be part of a limited edition of 2026 numbered items.
Insider Fabrizio Romano reported that Zidane will replace Didier Deschamps as coach of the France national team after the 2026 World Cup. The documents will be signed this month.
US President Donald Trump will appear at the FIFA World Cup final. The White House spokesperson did not respond which team he will be cheering for.
Argentina beat England 2:1 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. In the final, they will face Spain.
On July 15, the national teams of England and Argentina will determine the second finalist of the 2026 World Cup. The winner will face Spain in the final on July 19.
Spain beat France 2:0 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Goals were scored by Mikel Oyarzabal from a penalty and Pedro Porro.
The Algerian Football Federation appealed the referee's decision in the match against Argentina (0:3). The complaint concerns an episode with Messi's tackle and an elbow strike from Mac Allister.
Argentina's Messi has equaled Klose's record for goals at the World Cup and became the first player to participate in six tournaments. A hat-trick against Algeria secured a 3-0 victory.
The 2026 World Cup kicks off with a match between Mexico and South Africa and a grand show featuring Shakira. For the first time, the tournament hosted by three countries will bring together 48 national teams and will feature a round of 32 stage.
Lionel Messi has partially returned to training with the Argentina national team following an injury. The forward may play a few minutes in the friendly matches in June.
Scientists are testing an autoimmune disease drug to treat hantavirus. Research was intensified following an outbreak of the infection on a cruise ship.
World number one Jannik Sinner lost to Juan Manuel Cerundolo in the second round of Roland Garros 2026. The tennis player attributed the defeat to feeling unwell.
Lionel Messi was injured playing for Inter Miami and is out indefinitely. The forward was diagnosed with tendon overload due to muscle fatigue.
Lionel Messi felt pain in his left hip and requested a substitution in the 70th minute of the match against Philadelphia. The footballer walked to the dressing room on his own without assistance.
The forward's net worth has exceeded one billion dollars thanks to his salary and investments. Messi has become the second billionaire footballer after Cristiano Ronaldo.
The MV Hondius is set to arrive in Rotterdam for disinfection following a hantavirus outbreak. Three people have died as a result of the illness, and the crew will be placed under quarantine.
Argentina has decommissioned its A-4 Skyhawk aircraft after 60 years of service. They will be replaced by 24 F-16 fighters that Denmark had initially planned to provide to Ukraine.
Beef consumption in Argentina has fallen to 44. 5 kg per person due to Javier Milei's policies. Citizens are switching to cheaper pork and poultry.
43-year-old Serhiy N. was detained in Spain and handed over to German law enforcement. He was collecting data on German facilities for potential Russian attacks.
Argentine authorities deny hantavirus originated at a landfill in Ushuaia. Investigators are determining exactly where a Dutch couple contracted the dangerous infection.