Argentina Declares Holiday After World Cup Final Loss
Argentina's President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to celebrate the team's World Cup campaign despite losing the final to Spain in extra time.
Argentina's President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to celebrate the team's World Cup campaign despite losing the final to Spain in extra time.
Former England captain and two-time Ballon d'Or winner Kevin Keegan has died at 75 after battling stage four cancer, prompting tributes from the football world.
Aston Villa have signed Brazil midfielder João Gomes from Wolves for £38m. The 25-year-old chose Villa Park over Atletico Madrid as Villa reshapes its squad.
FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation into Argentina's violent conduct after their World Cup final loss to Spain, with players like Paredes and Molina facing potential sanctions.
Japanese Olympic silver medalist Toshiaki Fushimi, 50, died after crashing into a barrier during a keirin race in Matsusaka. He suffered fatal head injuries and was rushed to hospital but succumbed the next day.
Streamer IShowSpeed jokingly asked Seyi Tinubu for a Nigerian passport during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, sparking online buzz. He had earlier performed at the event.
Burna Boy and Shakira headlined the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show. FIFA covered production costs but paid no performance fee, mirroring the Super Bowl model.
X user Esen explains Lionel Messi's tears after Argentina lost to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final were not about defeat but emotion over his last World Cup appearance.
Nigeria slipped one place among African nations in latest FIFA rankings after missing the 2026 World Cup. Egypt leapfrogged the Super Eagles, while Morocco rose to sixth globally.
Argentina's President Javier Milei announced a national holiday to honor the national team despite their 1-0 extra-time loss to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
Argentina Football Association President Chiqui Tapia posted a heartfelt tribute to Lionel Messi after Argentina lost the 2026 World Cup final to Spain, thanking him for his leadership and legacy.
Spain went unbeaten through the entire 2026 World Cup, breaking Italy's record of 37 consecutive matches without defeat after beating Argentina 1-0 in the final.
CAF President Patrice Motsepe congratulated Africa's record 10 World Cup teams but called for greater ambition after Morocco reached back-to-back quarter-finals.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow run from 23 July to 2 August across four venues, featuring 10 sports and six integrated para-sports. Tickets start at £12 for concessions.
Nigerian midfielder Suliat Abideen has signed a contract with Fenerbahçe, becoming the third Nigerian player at the Turkish Women's Super League champions.
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, but FIFA regulations require the original trophy to be returned immediately after the ceremony, with Spain receiving a replica instead.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino awarded inaugural Super Bowl-style gold rings to Spain's World Cup-winning squad after their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina.
Lionel Messi broke down in tears after Argentina lost 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final. He congratulated Lamine Yamal, who consoled him post-match.
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni says he hasn't discussed retirement with Lionel Messi after the 2026 World Cup final loss, but hints the 39-year-old may step away from international football.
A Nigerian man lost N500,000 after betting on a viral 'time-traveller' prediction that Argentina would beat Spain 3-2 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, but Spain won 1-0.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, earning $50 million in prize money. Total payout exceeds $60 million, with FIFA's prize pool nearly doubling to $871 million.
Lamine Yamal, 19, becomes the first player under 20 to win both the UEFA Euro and FIFA World Cup after Spain's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina in the 2026 final.
Argentina defender Nahuel Molina punched Spain captain Rodri after the 2026 World Cup final, sparking a brawl. FIFA may take disciplinary action.
Lionel Messi broke his silence after Argentina's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, admitting Spain were the better side and thanking his teammates and the nation.
Pau Cubarsi became the youngest-ever FIFA Young Player Award winner, and Unai Simon claimed the Golden Glove as Spain swept the 2026 World Cup individual honors after defeating Argentina 1-0.
Kylian Mbappe becomes the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after scoring 10 goals at the 2026 tournament, surpassing Lionel Messi and setting a new all-time men's scoring record of 22 goals.
Kylian Mbappe became the first player to win consecutive World Cup Golden Boots, scoring 10 goals in 2026 and surpassing Lionel Messi's all-time tournament record with 22 goals.
Argentina captain Lionel Messi appealed for Marc Cucurella to be sent off during the 2026 World Cup final, but referee Slavko Vincic rejected the request under FIFA's new no-covering-mouth rule.
Spain captain Rodri won the adidas Golden Ball as best player of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after leading La Roja to a 1-0 extra-time final victory over Argentina.
Kylian Mbappé won the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot with 10 goals. Lionel Messi finished second with 8, while Jude Bellingham and Erling Haaland tied for third with 7 goals each.