It was the type of Ferrandipity Spain perhaps needed in the end to reconquer its world. When the denouement came, the camera slowly turned to observation, staying close to a few central characters and showing how they tried to make sense of the eventuality. Against the sunny backdrop of a giant New Jersey stadium, a…
NEW DELHI: Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain could have further consequences, with FIFA launching an investigation into the post-match clashes that broke out after Sunday’s final at the New York New Jersey Stadium in New Jersey.Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title, but celebrations were…
NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi shared an emotional message following Argentina’s 0-1 defeat by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. While admitting the defeat hurt, the 39-year-old said he was proud of what Argentina had achieved in their title defence.Spain ended Argentina’s hopes of becoming…
Marc Cucurella’s secret pre-match ritual helped continue Spain’s World Cup winning superstition / Image: X Marc Cucurella was seen performing an unusual pre-match ritual ahead of Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina, and it has now emerged that the act was part of a 16-year-old superstition handed down by one of Spain’s previous…
President Donald J. Trump shakes hands with Spain’s Lamine Yamal at the end of the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) US President Donald Trump gave the same congratulatory message to all Spain and Argentina players during the…
Spain return to Madrid (Image: @SEFutbol/X) Fresh from their 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph, Spain’s national soccer team returned home to a hero’s welcome, with celebrations taking to the streets of Madrid. The Real Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Monday that the World Cup-winning team had landed in the Spanish capital, while the players…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) Lionel Messi suffered a rare off day in Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat in Spain, with the legendary striker failing to create a single chance for a teammate for the first time in his World Cup career. The statistic underlined Spain’s defensive discipline as Luis de la Fuente’s…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10), center, and teammates (AP/PTI) Argentina’s Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, has expressed sincere gratitude to Indian football fans for their unwavering support during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the final. Speaking to X after the tournament, Caucino acknowledged the immense support the Albiceleste have received…
Spain’s Rodri celebrates with the tournament’s best player award later (AP/PTI) Spanish midfielder Rodri has etched his name alongside some of football’s greatest legends after completing one of the sport’s rarest collections of honors after La Roja. FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph. With Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, Rodri became…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) walks among the Spanish players during the medal ceremony (AP/PTI photo) The Spanish players produced one of the decisive moments of sportsmanship after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026, forming a guard of honor for Lionel Messi and the Argentina team as they collect their runner-up medals after the final at…
A World Cup of Records, Redemption and Remarkable Stories The New York New Jersey Stadium shook on Sunday night, 82,500 voices rising as one. Ferran Torres struck in the 106th minute, and Spain were again world champions after 16 years. Across the field, Lionel Messi, probably playing his last match of the World Cup, at…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) stands on the pitch after the World Cup final (AP/PTI photo) Lionel MessiThe glittering World Cup journey ended in the heartland, but the love of Argentina supporters never faded. Moments after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, emotional scenes unfolded…
Spain lift the FIFA World Cup after 16 years (Image: ANI) Spain’s long-awaited FIFA World Cup triumph was marred by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured when part of a historic fountain collapsed during victory celebrations earlier Monday.The incident happened shortly after midnight at the Arbol Gordo fountain in the…
Amitabh Bachchan he spent a busy Sunday balancing his old tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa, with his passion for football. After greeting his admirers at his weekly Sunday match, the former striker stayed on to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, then shared his thoughts on Argentina’s narrow 1-0 defeat…
Fans gather during the World Cup final match between Argentina and Spain in downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo) Is there a more devoted fanbase in international football than Argentina? The scenes on Sunday after the final defeat of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Spain have once again made this…
The Spanish midfielder Pedri celebrated his country FIFA World Cup 2026 triumphs with a remarkable callback to a mysterious social media post he shared more than a year earlier, leaving fans convinced he had predicted the historic moment long before it happened. Pedri González post Shortly after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in…
Football fever spread beyond the stadiums as Kerala, Meghalaya and Manipur declared a holiday for Monday ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The move allows students to watch late-night games without having to worry about making it to school the next morning, while also celebrating the popularity of the…
The Hollywood star used the international stage to promote his upcoming film while sharing his wisdom about greatness. Photo credit (Instagram) Tom Cruise is known for his illustrious film career spanning several decades, having starred in popular films including ‘Mission: Impossible’ and ‘Top Gun’. The Hollywood star joined the celebrity crowd at the event’s closing…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) during the World Cup final match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo) The tears welled up Lionel MessiHis face turned away with a silver medal around his neck. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time FIFA World Cup final, ending…
NEW DELHI: Will Lionel Messi retire? Was the 2026 FIFA World Cup final his last appearance on football’s biggest stage? These questions dominated the discussions as Argentina took on Spain in the final at the New York New Jersey Stadium. Argentina’s title defense ended with a 1-0 extra-time defeat, but coach Lionel Scaloni made it…
NEW DELHI: Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph was about much more than lifting the trophy. Luis de la Fuente’s team created history by becoming only the fourth team to win a World Cup without conceding a minute during the tournament.Before Spain, only Italy (1938), Italy (1982) and Germany (1990) had achieved the feat. La…
Spain’s Rodri (16) lifts the trophy as Spain celebrates after winning the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) The triumph of Spain in 2026 FIFA World Cup he not only brought the nation’s second world title. It also…
Messi has been criticized after appealing for Cucurella to be punished for covering his mouth with his hand during their World Cup final defeat / Image: Screengrab Lionel Messi found himself at the center of an unusual point during Argentina’s 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals after appearing to…
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi and Spanish youngster Lamine Yamal shared a heartfelt hug after the final whistle of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday, giving fans one of the most memorable moments of the tournament.After Spain beat defending champions Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win…
NEW DELHI: The President of the United States Donald Trump became one of the biggest talking points after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday.Trump stood by the Spanish players as they received the World Cup trophy and stood on the…
Timothee Chalamet and Kylie Jenner were seen having a sweet moment when they attended the final of the FIFA 2026 World Cup, which took place on Sunday. (Instagram) The final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Sunday attracted many people, and thousands of people, including many celebrities. These people were Timothée Chalamet, Kylie JennerMatt…
Spain’s Gavi, left, falls as he scuffles with Argentina’s Leandro Paredes (5) and Thiago Almada during the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Spain’s historic FIFA World Cup triumph ended amid chaotic scenes after the final whistle, with…
Spain’s Ferran Torres (7) kisses the trophy after the World Cup final. (AP Photo) Spain’s World Cup final hero Ferran Torres admitted he still struggled to believe what he had achieved after scoring the extra-time winner that sealed a historic 1-0 victory over Lionel Messi’s Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.The Barcelona forward,…
Ferran Torres (PTI Photo) NEW DELHI: Spain substitute Ferran Torres has etched his name FIFA World Cup history after scoring the winning goal in the 106th minute of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. With the strike, Torres became only the second substitute to…