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Messi is pure history, says Argentine coach ahead of World Cup final
Emiliano Martínez, Lionel Scaloni and Lionel Messi spoke to Fanatics Fest in advance of the World Cup final. Photo: AP Argentina head coach, Lionel Scaloni, has described Lionel Messi as “pure history” and “a legend,” urging football fans to cherish the 39-year-old superstar as he prepares for what could be his final FIFA World Cup…
Facing Yamal in the final after baby photo is ‘crazy’ — Messi
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, has described it as “crazy” that he will come up against Spain’s teenage star, Lamine Yamal, in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final, years after a photograph captured him holding the future football sensation as a baby. Speaking at a press conference on Friday ahead of the final, Messi reflected on the…
World Cup final: Messi may equal Ronaldo’s unique football record
Argentina captain, Lionel Messi, could equal a unique record held by Brazilian legend, Ronaldo Nazário, when he leads the defending champions against Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday. If Argentina retain the title they won in Qatar in 2022, Messi would claim his second World Cup trophy and become only the…
Lewandowski’s MLS debut postponed over air quality concerns
Polish star Robert Lewandowski’s Major League Soccer debut was on hold Thursday after the match between the Chicago Fire and Vancouver Whitecaps was postponed due to air quality issues caused by wildfires. Smoke from the fires, which are ravaging the Canadian province of Ontario, spread Thursday through the United States with border states including Minnesota,…
Trump to attend World Cup final on Sunday, says White House
United States President, Donald Trump. Photo: AFP United States President Donald Trump will attend Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina, the White House said, saving his first appearance at the tournament for its grand finale. “His attendance will cap what has been the most watched, most secure, and most successful World Cup in…
World Cup 2026: Why Fans Want More Data Behind Every Digital Result
Every goal now arrives with a stream of supporting information: the match clock, scorer, assist, substitutions, bookings, formations and updated tournament paths. The 2026 FIFA World Cup has reached its decisive week, with the second semifinal scheduled for July 15 in Atlanta before the final on July 19. For supporters following from television screens, news…
UK Demands FIFA Probe Into Argentina’s World Cup Falklands Banner
Britain occupied the Falklands in the 19th century, but Argentina claims the islands are part of its territory. Argentina’s forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates his team’s second goal scored by Argentina’s forward #22 Lautaro Martinez (out of frame) during the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between England and Argentina at the Atlanta Stadium…
Bago Appoints New Management Committee For Niger Tornadoes FC
The Governor, Umar Bago, said the newly constituted committee was expected to provide effective leadership, improve the club’s performance and advance the sporting aspirations of Niger State. A combo image of Gov Bago and Niger Tornadoes logo Niger State Governor, Umaru Bago, has approved the appointment of a new Management Committee for Niger Tornadoes Football…
Belgian Defender Meunier Signs For EPL Side Sunderland
The 34-year-old — one of Belgium’s ‘golden generation’ whose last hurrah was a World Cup quarter-final exit to Spain — signed a two-year contract. Thomas Meunier #15 of Belgium walks into the pitch before the FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter Final match between Spain and Belgium at Los Angeles Stadium on July 10, 2026, in…
Mac Allister Calls On Argentina To Channel Maradona Spirit In England World Cup Clash
The heavyweight showdown in Atlanta marks the renewal of a rivalry that peaked at the 1986 World Cup in Mexico. Argentina’s Alexis Mac Allister has urged his team to take inspiration from Diego Maradona as they seek to get the better of England in their World Cup semi-final on Wednesday. The heavyweight showdown in Atlanta…
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