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FIFA Men's World Cup — USA, Canada, Mexico.
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Argentina president backs players over Falklands banner as FIFA investigation looms
Several Argentina players displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentina' banner during their World Cup semi-final celebrations after defeating England. The UK government has urged FIFA to investigate, while Argentine president Javier Milei defended the gesture and predicted a £20,000 fine at worst.
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How Steve Hodge's Maradona shirt swap left England's dressing room furious after 1986 World Cup exit
Steve Hodge was lambasted by England teammates after swapping shirts with Diego Maradona following the infamous 1986 World Cup quarter-final, in which Maradona's 'Hand of God' punch helped Argentina eliminate England 2-1 at the Estadio Azteca.
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Bellingham shares bus driver's poem after Argentina end England's World Cup dream
Jude Bellingham turned to Instagram to post a poem written by England's bus driver in Kansas City after Argentina's stoppage-time winner ended England's World Cup campaign at the semi-final stage, denying them a first final since 1966.
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England vs France third-place clash faces delay as thunderstorms threaten Miami
England and France meet in the World Cup Bronze Final in Miami on Saturday at 10pm UK time, but FIFA regulations could force a delay or suspension if forecast thunderstorms produce lightning within eight miles of the open-roof venue.
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FIFA awards championship ring to 2026 World Cup winners
For the first time in World Cup history, FIFA will present a championship ring to the winning team, modeled after NBA rings. Thirty personalized copies will be given to players from a limited edition of 2,026 numbered pieces.
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Milei backs Argentina players over Falklands banner, dismisses FIFA fine as 'worst case'
Argentine president Javier Milei has defended his players after several squad members displayed a 'Las Malvinas son Argentina' banner during World Cup semi-final celebrations following a comeback win over England. The UK government and Falkland Islands authorities have both called on FIFA to investigate.
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Vincic breaks down in tears after FIFA names him World Cup final referee
Slovenian official Slavko Vincic, 46, was moved to tears when FIFA informed him he would referee Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New Jersey. Vincic previously took charge of the 2024 Champions League final and the 2022 Europa League final.
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Deschamps Refuses Free Evening for France Squad Before Third-Place Playoff Against England
After elimination by Spain (2-0), several French players requested a free evening in Fort Lauderdale. Didier Deschamps refused, even after insistence from senior players, and intends to keep his squad focused for the match against England.
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Obraniak calls Favard a "drunk" after clash over Deschamps' record
France's elimination from the 2026 World Cup sparked a fierce exchange on X between Ludovic Obraniak and Gilles Favard, two former colleagues at La chaîne L'Équipe, over Didier Deschamps' legacy as he steps down after fourteen years in charge.
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Tuchel privately rejects claims he told England to defend lead before Argentina comeback
Thomas Tuchel has privately dismissed accusations that he instructed England to sit on their 1-0 lead against Argentina, who scored twice in the final five minutes to win 2-1 and eliminate the Three Lions from the World Cup semi-finals.
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Canadian wildfire smoke threatens Spain-Argentina World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
Two days before the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium, smoke from Ontario wildfires is severely degrading air quality in the New York region. FIFA is monitoring the situation hour by hour.
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FIFA respond to Falklands banner row as Tuchel privately rejects England tactics criticism
FIFA have issued a statement after Argentina players displayed a Falkland Islands banner following their semi-final win over England, while Thomas Tuchel has privately pushed back against claims he told his side to sit back after taking the lead.
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France faces Valenzuela in third-place playoff against England, despite Deschamps' criticism
FIFA has appointed Venezuelan referee Jesus Valenzuela to officiate the third-place playoff between France and England on Saturday. The decision comes just days after Didier Deschamps made strong criticism of the refereeing in the semi-final.
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Saudi Arabia courts private investors for 2034 World Cup stadium as budget deficit widens
State-backed developer ROSHN Group has appointed JPMorgan to manage equity fundraising for the 47,000-seat Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar, one of 15 venues being built or renovated for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, as Saudi Arabia's government faces a widening budget deficit.
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Kane vows England will 'go again' after Argentina end World Cup semi-final hopes
Harry Kane has broken his silence following England's 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the World Cup, posting a heartfelt message on social media that strongly hints he intends to continue his international career.
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Spain face Argentina in World Cup final as health warning, banner row and referee's tears dominate build-up
Spain and Argentina meet in Sunday's World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, while England face France in Saturday's third-place play-off in Miami. Off the pitch, wildfire smoke health warnings, a Falklands banner controversy and an emotional referee appointment have dominated the final days of the tournament.
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France-England: When Referee Sampaio Angered Everyone in Qatar
Four days before the third-place playoff between the two nations, a look back at the 2022 World Cup quarter-final in Qatar, where Wilton Sampaio's refereeing sparked criticism from both sides.
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Zaïre-Emery benched again: Deschamps opts for Kanté and Koné against England
Despite seven announced changes to the starting lineup for the third-place playoff of the 2026 World Cup against England on Saturday in Miami, Warren Zaïre-Emery is unlikely to start for Didier Deschamps, who prefers N'Golo Kanté and Manu Koné in midfield.
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Superstition keeps Argentina's President Milei home for World Cup final against Spain
Javier Milei has ruled out travelling to New Jersey for Sunday's World Cup final, saying he will watch from his presidential residence in Olivos — as he has for all seven of Argentina's previous games — and will wear the same oil company-branded jacket throughout.
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France-England Third-Place Match: Tuchel and the Blues Admit They Don't Want to Play
Eliminated in the World Cup 2026 semi-finals, France and England meet Saturday in Miami for third place, a match that neither the French players nor Thomas Tuchel are hiding they don't want to play.
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