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FIFA makes major World Cup final call as New York chokes on wildfire smoke

Updated on Jul 18, 2026 02:48 IST

The Statue of Liberty is hardly visible as smoke from wildfires blankets the sky,

Simon vs Martinez: The battle under the bar

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. (Getty Images via AFP)

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 16:37 IST

Why Argentina never know when they are beaten

Enzo Fernandez #24 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between England and Argentina at Atlanta Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jul 17, 2026 14:37 IST

Argentina President reveals superstition behind not attending World Cup final

Argentina President Javier Milei trusts superstition over attending the World Cup final from the stadium.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 13:16 IST

John Terry insists there was never a GOAT debate between Messi and Ronaldo

John Terry claims Lionel Messi was always clear of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 11:57 IST

Zlatan tells England to 'look in the mirror' after semifinal loss vs Argentina

The English players were devastated after losing the World Cup semifinal to Argentina.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 10:12 IST

Spain sweat over Yamal's fitness, misses full team training session

Spain's Lamine Yamal is dealing with fitness issues.

Published on Jul 17, 2026 08:52 IST

Meet Slavko Vincic, the referee appointed for World Cup final

Referee Slavko Vincic of Slovenia will officiate in the FIFA World Cup final on Sunday.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 08:21 IST

FIFA investigates Argentina players after controversial Falklands celebration

Argentina's Giovani Lo Celso holds the banner.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 06:27 IST

Spain are favourites, but Lionel Messi doesn't care

FIFA World Cup: Spain face defending champions Argentina in the final.

Published on Jul 17, 2026 05:06 IST

How Lionel Messi almost played for Spain instead of Argentina

Lionel Messi and Argentina are set to face Spain in the final.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 03:04 IST

Tuchel lashes out ahead of 3rd place match against France: ‘No one wants to play

Thomas Tuchel said England doesn't want to play the third-place match.

Updated on Jul 17, 2026 02:49 IST

And now, for a final flourish

Lionel Messi (left) and Lamine Yamal on opposite sides make the final a clash of generations.

Published on Jul 17, 2026 02:30 IST

Shakira makes bold Lionel Messi claim, earns approval from Antonela Roccuzzo

Shakira hailed Lionel Messi's impact.

Published on Jul 17, 2026 01:54 IST

Maradona, Messi and the World Cup dream that unites Argentina

Argentina fans wearing t-shirts depicting Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona. (REUTERS)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 15:54 IST

Destiny brings Messi and Yamal face-to-face again

A photograph shows a mosaic made by Kosovar artist Alkent Pozhegu with grain and seeds, depicting Argentina's Lionel Messi (R) and Spain's Lamine Yamal, in the town of Gjakova. (AFP)

Published on Jul 16, 2026 15:47 IST

‘Just like Southgate’ or not? English press tear into Tuchel after 2-1 semi-final defeat

England manager Thomas Tuchel reacts during the semi-final against Argentina at Atlanta Stadium. (AFP)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 12:50 IST

Chelsea delete Enzo Fernandez celebration post after massive backlash in England

Enzo Fernandez got the equaliser in the 85th minute of the game.

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 12:54 IST

Has the Premier League fooled us into overrating England's stars?

The Premier League has a tendency to overhype its players.

Published on Jul 16, 2026 08:59 IST

‘Biased FIFA’ allegations: Why Argentina vs England sparked conspiracy

Argentina defeated England to book their ticket for the FIFA World Cup final

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 08:57 IST

26 fouls, 4 cards: Ugly ENG-ARG clash adds political tension to FIFA World Cup

England and Argentina's FIFA World Cup clash added more fuel to the fire

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 07:19 IST

Inside Lionel Scaloni's tactical masterclass: How Argentina suffocated England

Lionel Scaloni reached his second-straight World Cup final.

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 05:06 IST

Bellingham caught slapping Argentina's Barco as England star loses cool – Watch

Jude Bellingham was caught on camera, slapping Valentin Barco (image enhanced by ai).

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 05:29 IST

England legends lash out at Thomas Tuchel after FIFA WC loss against Argentina

England lost to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup semis.

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 03:32 IST

Kane's Lionel Messi admission says it all after England's late collapse

Lionel Messi greets Harry Kane after Argentina's 2-1 win.

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 09:05 IST

Tuchel refuses to take blame after Argentina ends England's FIFA World Cup dream

Manager Thomas Tuchel is under fire for his tactics

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 01:50 IST

Lionel Messi fires back at critics: 'People would've talked nonsense'

Lionel Messi assisted twice for Argentina.

Published on Jul 16, 2026 01:31 IST

Argentina players display Falkland banner after World Cup win over England

Argentina's Giovani Lo Celso holds a banner with the words "The Malvinas are Argentine", referring to the Falkland Islands.

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 03:21 IST

Preserving the lead isn’t an English virtue

England's Anthony Gordon (18) and Argentina's Enzo Fernandez (24) run for the ball during the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 01:12 IST

Argentina in final after another Messi-inspired comeback

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Semi Final - England v Argentina - Atlanta Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. - July 15, 2026 Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates after the match as they advance to the World Cup final (REUTERS)

Updated on Jul 16, 2026 02:05 IST

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