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Ballon d'Or Rankings Shift After Spain Wins 2026 World Cup
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, shifting Ballon d'Or odds in favor of Lamine Yamal, who is now the frontrunner.
Ferran Torres Winner Seals Spain 2026 World Cup Victory
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal and ending Lionel Messi's hopes of a second straight title.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: Argentina vs Spain Live
Get live updates, scores, and highlights from the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain. Follow the action as it unfolds.
Messi, Yamal, Cubarsi Set World Cup Final Records
Argentina and Spain name starting XIs for 2026 World Cup final; Messi becomes second player in three finals, Yamal and Cubarsi make history as youngest starters.
12 Major Achievements Lionel Messi Had Before Lamine Yamal Was Born
Lionel Messi had already won La Liga, Champions League, and a World Cup debut before Lamine Yamal was born on July 13, 2007. Here are 12 milestones.
Spain vs Argentina: TV and Streaming for World Cup Final
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, July 19. Nigerian fans can watch live on SuperSport, StarTimes, NTA, and streaming platforms like SportyTV and DStv App.
Guinness World Record Congratulates Kylian Mbappe After Breaking Messi's Record
Guinness World Records has congratulated Kylian Mbappe after he surpassed Lionel Messi as the all-time leading scorer in FIFA World Cup history with 22 goals.
Mbappe Breaks Messi's World Cup Goal Record with 22 Strikes
Kylian Mbappé scored twice in the 2026 third-place play-off to reach 22 World Cup goals, surpassing Lionel Messi's record of 21 in fewer appearances.
Man Who Predicted 36 Matches Forecasts Argentina vs Spain Final
A Sierra Leone man, Amadu Raheem Komba Gbandeh, who correctly predicted 36 football matches, has forecasted that Argentina will beat Spain in the 2026 World Cup final.
Drake Bets ₦2.07 Billion on Argentina, Eyes ₦7.13 Billion
Canadian rapper Drake has placed a ₦2.07 billion cryptocurrency bet on Argentina to beat Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, potentially winning ₦7.13 billion if they win in regulation time.
Tanzania Replaces Ghana for Super Falcons Friendly
Nigeria's Super Falcons will face Tanzania in a friendly after Ghana cancelled due to lack of players in camp ahead of WAFCON 2026.
Mbappe Backs Messi to Score in World Cup Final and Win Golden Boot
Kylian Mbappe has backed Lionel Messi to score in the 2026 World Cup final against Spain despite overtaking him in the tournament's all-time scoring chart, predicting the Argentina captain will claim the Golden Boot.
Messi Can Match Ronaldo's Unique World Cup Record
Lionel Messi could match Ronaldo Nazário's record of multiple Ballon d'Or awards and two World Cup wins if Argentina beats Spain in the 2026 final.
Messi's Golden Boot Chase: Goals Needed After Mbappe Brace
Lionel Messi needs a hat-trick or two goals plus an assist in the final to win the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after Kylian Mbappe's brace in the third-place playoff.
Rabiot Slams France Teammates After Shameful England Loss
Adrien Rabiot publicly criticised France's 'shameful' performance after their 6-4 World Cup third-place playoff defeat to England, while praising departing coach Didier Deschamps.
Messi Writes Emotional Open Letter to Argentina Before Final
Lionel Messi published a heartfelt open letter to his Argentina teammates and nation ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Spain, emphasizing the journey over titles.
2026 World Cup Final: $51M Prize for Winner, $34M for Runner-Up
Spain and Argentina compete for the 2026 FIFA World Cup title and a record $51 million prize, with the runner-up earning $34 million.
England Earns $29 Million for Third Place at 2026 World Cup
England's 6-4 win over France in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff earned the Three Lions $29 million, part of FIFA's record $655 million prize fund.
Saka Hits Back at Tuchel with Hat-Trick in World Cup Win
Bukayo Saka scored a hat-trick to lead England to a 6-4 win over France in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff, responding to Thomas Tuchel's decision to bench him in the semi-final.
UNICEF confirms iconic Messi-Yamal photo real ahead of final
UNICEF confirms the viral photo of Lionel Messi bathing a baby Lamine Yamal is authentic, taken in 2007 for a charity calendar. Both now face off in the 2026 World Cup final.
StarTimes hosts World Cup final watch party in Lagos
StarTimes Nigeria will host a public watch party for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at UNILAG, featuring the draw of a ₦10 million grand prize.
Trump to Attend 2026 World Cup Final, Present Trophy
President Donald Trump will attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina on Sunday, the White House confirmed, ending weeks of speculation.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Champions to Get Championship Rings
FIFA announces that the 2026 World Cup champions will receive bespoke championship rings alongside the trophy and gold medals for the first time in tournament history.
Iheanacho joins Bursaspor on free transfer after Celtic loan
Super Eagles forward Kelechi Iheanacho has signed a three-year deal with Turkish side Bursaspor as a free agent, choosing the Turkish club over Celtic after a successful loan spell in Scotland.
Super Falcons' WAFCON prep friendly vs Ghana cancelled
Nigeria's Super Falcons have lost a key pre-WAFCON friendly against Ghana's Black Queens, scheduled for July 18 in Casablanca, due to unforeseen circumstances, the NFF announced.
SportyTV targets 1bn views before 2026 World Cup final
SportyTV says it is on course to surpass one billion views across its digital platforms before the end of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, driven by surging audience engagement across Africa.
Ajayi equals Nigerian 100m record, wins London Diamond League
Kayinsola Ajayi equalled the Nigerian men's 100m record (9.84s) for the third time in 2026, winning the London Diamond League and defeating world champion Oblique Seville.
Michael Olise Breaks Pele's World Cup Assist Record
France's Michael Olise set a new World Cup record with seven assists in the 2026 tournament, surpassing Pele's six assists from 1970.
Mbappe Breaks Messi's World Cup Goal Record
France captain Kylian Mbappe has surpassed Lionel Messi to become the highest goal scorer in World Cup history, scoring twice in Les Bleus' 6-4 third-place loss to England.
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