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Latin America roots against Argentina ahead of World Cup final

As Argentina prepares to face Spain in Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, fans across Latin America have broken from the tradition of continental solidarity and lined up behind the European side — turning…

France, England meet in World Cup third-place match ahead of Sunday’s final

The stage is set for a clash of continental champions. Defending World Cup holders Argentina will face European champions Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 19, at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford,…

Messi vows Argentina will ‘give it our all’ in World Cup final

Lionel Messi declared Argentina's intent to defend their World Cup title on Sunday, telling a packed crowd at Fanatics Fest in New York on Friday that his team "never stop fighting" ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against…

Messi fires back at FIFA bias claims ahead of final

Lionel Messi has broken his silence on allegations of FIFA favoritism toward Argentina, telling critics that "nothing was handed to us" after his team's dramatic comeback victory over England in the World Cup semifinal. Argentina now face Spain in Sunday's…

FIFA reviews Argentina’s Falklands banner ahead of World Cup final

As Argentina prepare to face Spain in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, FIFA has confirmed it is formally reviewing the political banner displayed by Argentine players after their semifinal victory over England.

Argentine fans snap up $5,000 flights to World Cup final

Tickets for Sunday's World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, are commanding prices that dwarf previous records, with the cheapest resale seats hovering above $7,000 and some listings on FIFA's own marketplace…

Yamal sits out Spain training days before World Cup final

Spain and Argentina will meet on Sunday, July 19, in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, setting up a clash between the reigning European and South American champions for the first time…

Spain leads prediction markets at 58% ahead of World Cup final

Spain has emerged as the clear favorite to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with prediction markets pricing La Roja at 58% after both semifinal results confirmed a Spain-Argentina final on Sunday in New Jersey. The tournament's betting markets have…

Spain to face Argentina in World Cup final Sunday

The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is confirmed: Spain will face Argentina on Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, bringing the month-long tournament to a close with a clash between two of the sport's heavyweight…

Argentina players display Falklands banner after beating England in World Cup semifinal

Argentine players sparked an immediate diplomatic and sporting firestorm on Wednesday after their dramatic 2-1 comeback victory over England in the World Cup semifinal by displaying a banner reading "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" — "The Falklands are Argentine" — on…

England, Argentina fans boo each other’s anthems at World Cup semifinal

Tensions between England and Argentina erupted before kickoff at their World Cup semifinal in Atlanta on Wednesday, as fans from both nations drowned out each other's national anthems with boos, jeers, and chants inside Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Argentina beat England 2-1 to reach World Cup final

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in a dramatic 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta on Wednesday, sending the defending champions through to face Spain in Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Argentina’s VP calls England ‘usurping pirates’ before World Cup semifinal

Argentine Vice President Victoria Villarruel has injected geopolitics into Wednesday's World Cup semifinal between Argentina and England in Atlanta, posting on social media that Argentina would be playing against "usurping pirates" and declaring the match "more than just a football"…

England, Argentina set for World Cup semifinal Wednesday in Atlanta

England and Argentina will meet on Wednesday in one of the most anticipated matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with the semifinal at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta kicking off at 3 p.m. ET. The fixture marks the first World…

England and Argentina set up World Cup semifinal after extra-time wins

The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals on Saturday, July 11, delivered two dramatic extra-time thrillers as England edged Norway 2-1 and Argentina overcame Switzerland 3-1, setting up a blockbuster semifinal between the two winners.

Argentina beats Switzerland 3-1 in extra time to reach World Cup semis

Defending champions Argentina overcame a stubborn Switzerland side 3-1 after extra time on Saturday night at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, booking a semifinal meeting with England in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Argentina take early lead over Switzerland in World Cup quarterfinal

Defending champions Argentina took to the pitch against Switzerland on Saturday in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, with Lionel Messi's side looking to advance to the semifinals while navigating a cloud of off-field…

Argentina face Switzerland in World Cup quarterfinal tonight in Kansas City

Defending champions Argentina take on Switzerland on Saturday night at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City in the final quarterfinal of the 2026 World Cup, with kickoff set for 9 p.m. ET. The winner will advance to face…

Messi scores as Argentina stage historic comeback past Egypt

Lionel Messi scored his 21st career World Cup goal on Tuesday, extending his own all-time record while rescuing Argentina from the brink of elimination in a 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in the Round of 16 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in…

Argentina, Egypt set for World Cup Round of 16 clash in Atlanta

Argentina's national team arrived in Atlanta later than planned on Sunday after their flight from Miami was delayed by thunderstorms, adding a wrinkle to their preparations for Tuesday's Round of 16 World Cup match against Egypt.

Messi scores 20th World Cup goal as Argentina edges Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time

Lionel Messi extended his all-time World Cup scoring record to 20 goals on Friday, but it was not enough to prevent a dramatic scare as Argentina needed extra time to beat Cape Verde 3-2 in the round of 32 at…

Messi becomes first to score in 7 straight World Cup games

Lionel Messi added another line to his unmatched World Cup resume on Saturday night, coming off the bench to score a free kick in the 80th minute against Jordan, becoming the first player in history to score in seven consecutive…

Messi turns 39 as Argentina celebrates its World Cup hero

Lionel Messi celebrated his 39th birthday on Wednesday as fans across Argentina took to the streets and social media to honor their captain during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Born on June 24, 1987, in Rosario, Messi marked the occasion…

Messi ties all-time World Cup goal record with hat trick

Lionel Messi scored his first-ever World Cup hat trick on Tuesday night, leading Argentina to a 3-0 victory over Algeria in Kansas City's debut as a World Cup host city. The performance moved the 38-year-old into a tie with Germany's…

Messi named to Argentina’s World Cup squad at age 38

Lionel Messi will make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after coach Lionel Scaloni named the 38-year-old captain to Argentina's 26-man squad on Thursday, setting the stage for an unprecedented sixth World Cup appearance.

Messi still undecided on 2026 World Cup, Scaloni says

Lionel Messi has yet to decide whether he will play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed on Friday, leaving the defending champions facing uncertainty around their greatest player with just 81 days until their tournament…

Argentine police recover Nazi-looted painting

Argentine authorities have recovered an 18th-century painting stolen by the Nazis over 80 years ago, ending an extraordinary investigation that began when the artwork was spotted in a real estate listing online. The portrait by Italian artist Giuseppe Ghislandi was…