- Jul 28
World Cup final referee Slavko Vincic retires at 46, a week after Spain's extra-time win over Argentina
The Slovenian official steps away days after Spain's extra-time victory over Argentina, a match that drew criticism for his handling of physical play and sparked a post-match melee now under FIFA investigation.
- Jul 22
Spain's 1-0 extra-time World Cup final win draws record 62.8 million U.S. viewers, smashing soccer ratings
Spain's 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina drew a combined 62.8 million U.S. viewers across Fox, Telemundo and Peacock, more than doubling the 2022 final and setting all-time highs for both English- and Spanish-language soccer telecasts.
- Jul 21
Messi speaks after Argentina's World Cup final loss to Spain: 'The pain is immense'
Lionel Messi broke his silence a day after Argentina fell 1-0 to Spain in the 2026 World Cup final, posting that the wound will take time to heal.
- Jul 16
Argentina beats England 2-1 with late goals, faces Spain in final amid Falklands banner row
A late double from Enzo Fernández and Lautaro Martínez overturned Anthony Gordon's opener, sending the holders into Sunday's final against Spain. Post-match, players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas' banner, echoing the 1982 war and risking FIFA disciplinary action.
- Jul 8
Argentina stuns Egypt with three-goal comeback, teammate confirms this is Messi's last World Cup
Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit in the final 13 minutes to beat Egypt 3-2 in the World Cup round of 16, and Lautaro Martinez revealed afterwards that the tournament is Lionel Messi's last.
- Jul 3
Real Madrid publicly denies interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández amid agent's claims
Real Madrid have released an official statement categorically denying any intention to sign Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernández, following weeks of speculation fuelled by his agent's comments.
