Soccer News
Argentines, Already Losing Their Minds, Brace for World Cup Final
A championship victory would be pure elation, but Argentina is already basking in a state of grace after a win against England and a monthlong fever dream.
Source: NY Times
MetLife Stadium Faces Monumental Last Test in Sundays World Cup Final
New Jerseys N.F.L. stadium is used to big events. So far, its seen few issues during the World Cup, but Sundays final presents the biggest challenge yet.
Source: NY Times
The U.S. Braced For the World Cup. It Fell in Love Instead.
Amid anxiety over how the United States would welcome the world, cities like Lawrence, Kan., and Boston threw open their doors. The bonds forged are still visible on the streets.
Source: NY Times
Fifa gives fraud an open door with betting, says Council of Europe chief
Fifa deal with prediction market company under fireBalogun reprieve showed rules bend under pressureFifa has been accused of providing an open door to fraud and allowing political…
Source: The Guardian
Frances loss to England will not stain the legend of Deschamps, says Mbappe
Didier Deschamps' final game in charge of France was a thriller, but his side came out on the losing side in the third-place play-off.…
Source: Soccer News
Tuchel confident England took first steps to closing gap to top nations
England beat France in a World Cup thriller to claim the bronze medal, with Thomas Tuchel expecting it to boost his side's confidence.…
Source: Soccer News
World Cup 2026: Spain v Argentina final buildup; England win 10-goal thriller live
World Cup final starts at 3pm EST, 8pm BST, 5am AEST Player guide | Golden Boot | Follow on TikTok | Mail usThis isnt the first time the third-place playoff has delivered goals. I wonder if,…
Source: The Guardian
Spain v Argentina in the World Cup final: the referee, the stats and the omens
As the top two in the Fifa rankings prepare to meet in New Jersey on Sunday we look at the pointers that may help decide the gameSlavko Vincic becomes the first Slovene to referee a World Cup final.…
Source: The Guardian
World Cup final data pointers: Spains defensive record and Argentinas attack
The reigning champions may need to continue outperforming their xG to overcome Spains superb defensive recordThe World Cup final will feature the champions of South America and Europe for the first…
Source: The Guardian
Masters of time and space, Spains dominance comes from deep-rooted principles | Emma Hayes
Spains brilliance isnt just about Rodri or Lamine Yamal its all about the collective culture developed over many yearsWe talk about individuals too much in English football. Football is…
Source: The Guardian
England beat France in an epic World Cup third-place playoff in pictures
As England register their best World Cup finish since 1966, we bring you our pick of the images from Miami where Bukayo Sakas hat-trick sealed a 6-4 victory for Thomas Tuchels side Continue…
Source: The Guardian
Something very special: Tuchel reflects on World Cup after England claim third
France beaten 6-4 on very emotional day for squadThis will help but you never fully celebrate bronzeThomas Tuchel has said Englands players can be proud of their efforts after a…
Source: The Guardian
Messi: Facing Yamal in World Cup final after baby photo is crazy
Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal will go head-to-head in Sunday's World Cup final, 19 years on from their now-iconic first meeting.…
Source: Soccer News
Its done now, move on Hat-trick hero Saka not dwelling on reduced minutes at World Cup
Bukayo Saka's hat-trick helped England defeat France in the World Cup third-place play-off, raising questions about a prior lack of minutes.…
Source: Soccer News
Golden Boot race: Mbappe pulls two clear of Messi
Kylian Mbappe now leads the way in the Golden Boot race with 10 goals - two clear of Lionel Messi who plays in Sunday's World Cup final.
Source: Sky Sports
Hat-trick hero Saka: I'm fit and wanted to play more
Bukayo Saka revealed he "wanted to play more at the World Cup" after scoring a hat-trick to earn England a bronze medal against France - after Thomas Tuchel tactically left him out of the semi-final…
Source: Sky Sports
England claim third at World Cup with win in 10-goal thriller over France
Bukayo Sakas hat-trick gave England a remarkable 6-4 bronze medal win over France in Miami to achieve their best World Cup finish since 1966.
Source: Sky Sports
Saka hat-trick seals 6-4 England win over France in epic World Cup third-place playoff
Where to start with this rollercoaster of a match? Thomas Tuchel had promised a reaction but he could not have imagined the manner of the response from England, albeit against a France team firmly on…
Source: The Guardian
World Cup final predictions: Back Spain to surge as Argentina's engine empties
This one certainly should live up to the billing.
Source: Sky Sports
ONeill confident Celtic signings will arrive after slow start to transfer window
Celtic have only made one signing so far this summer and have seen several players depart, but Martin O'Neill expects more business.…
Source: Soccer News
