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Brawl Erupts After World Cup Final, Paredes Sent Off for Unsportsmanlike Conduct At the conclusion of the World Cup final, there were not only beautiful moments like the one between Messi and Yamal, because part of the Albiceleste bench lost their heads.Right after the final whistle, a brawl immediately broke out, which led to the sending-off of Leandro Paredes, who had come on in the second half and was immediately booked for a retaliatory foul. After the defeat, he went after Eric Garcia, putting a hand around his neck.The Boca Juniors midfielder then also went after Gavi, who was still…

Argentina Faces Defeat to Spain in World Cup Final, Messi Overwhelmed with Emotion Argentina had to admit defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Despite winning the title four years ago, Lionel Messi is experiencing this bitter moment for the second time. Back in 2014, he already had to watch Germany lift the World Cup trophy into the air.Now, against Spain, it was a repeat of that nightmare for La Pulga. After the final whistle in New York, tears flowed.📸 Carl Recine – 2026 Getty ImagesAdvertisementIt definitely wasn’t down to him. Messi was directly involved in twelve of Argentina’s…

Headline: Zlatan Ibrahimović Confirms Departure from Fox’s World Cup Desk After Memorable Stint Despite the best efforts of Alexi Lalas, Fox’s World Cup anchor desk featuring Zlatan Ibrahimović, Thierry Henry, and host Rebecca Lowe was a rousing success.But it sounds a like a 2030 reunion is not in the cards.AdvertisementIbrahimović — whose bombastic personality, acerbic wit, and soccer insight helped make the desk’s segments must-watch — says he’s done. Ibrahimović signed off from Fox’s coverage of Sunday’s World Cup final by telling Lowe and his audience that he’s one-and-done.”I have been talking a lot the last one and half months,…

Lionel Messi Reflects on World Cup Final Loss as Arena Fills with Argentina’s Support Tears rolled down Lionel Messi’s face as he watched the Argentina fans following the World Cup final defeat to Spain.Messi, 39, is yet to confirm his future plans but the expectation is that one of the greatest to grace the game has played his final World Cup before retirement.AdvertisementThe Argentina captain was left frustrated as Spain dominated the final, with the European champions winning 1-0 thanks to Ferran Torres’ goal after extra time.Argentina’s Lionel Messi shakes hands with US President Donald Trump (Reuters)Messi had inspired a…

Kylian Mbappe Shines at 2026 World Cup, Taking Home Golden Boot Kylian Mbappe will take home the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals in France’s eight games, while Rodri has been crowned the tournament’s best player and awarded the Golden Ball after Spain beat Argentina in the final.SPAIN 1-0 ARGENTINA — Recap, highlights | Player ratingsAdvertisementLionel Messi came up two goals and one game short of likely sweeping the top awards at 39 years old.2026 World Cup Golden Boot winnerKylian Mbappe — 10 goalsLionel Messi — 8 goalsJude Bellingham — 7 goalsErling Haaland — 7 goalsHarry Kane…

Spain Defeats Argentina 1-0, Leaving Messi’s International Future in Doubt Spain and Argentina went into extra time to decide a winner, and it was Spain that came away with the 1-0 victory. The loss for Argentina means that the international football future of Lionel Messi is officially uncertain. The legendary player has entertained the idea that the 2026 World Cup would be his last, but has not made a definitive statement on his international soccer future. Advertisement Messi has now played in six World Cups and has scored 21 goals in the tournament. After the loss to Spain, he was…

Spain Crowned World Champions After Defeating Messi’s Team Spain are world champions, while Messi’s dreams of defending the title were shattered after a 0-1 defeat to Yamal and Co. on the day of the final. Even before de la Fuente’s team were handed the World Cup trophy, the individual awards had been announced. Advertisement Best Player The award for best player went to a newly crowned world champion. City midfielder Rodri was presented with the coveted Golden Ball. Best Young Player Somewhat surprisingly, the best young player award did not go to Lamine Yamal, but to Pau Cubarsi. At just…

Messi and Argentina Fall Short in World Cup Final Against Spain Playing on the grandest stage in sport for the last time, Lionel Messi seemed almost certain to provide one last memorable moment in this World Cup final.Yet as the sun ducked behind the west stand of New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, it became clearer and clearer that Argentina had lost the magic they had carried through this tournament. And as Spain gradually wrested control, one was left to confront reality: Messi, and Argentina, had finally run out of time, having long since given in to their worst…

Spain Dominates 2026 World Cup, Claiming Multiple Awards Spain has won the 2026 World Cup and most of the individual awards; here we tell you how the trophies were handed out.Best Young Player 👦​The Barcelona player had an outstanding tournament, playing a key role in Spain’s defense, which allowed just one goal throughout the competition.AdvertisementBest GoalkeeperUnai raised plenty of doubts when the manager preferred him over David Raya and Joan García, but time has made it clear why he was the best choice to guard Spain’s goal.The Tournament MVPRodri simply led “La Roja” to the title. He owned the midfield…

Leandro Paredes Engages in Confrontation Following Argentina’s Loss to Spain in World Cup Final Tensions were high in a physical World Cup final, and Argentina’s Leandro Paredes grabbed Spain’s Eric García by the throat in a scuffle following Spain’s 1-0 win.The game featured five yellow cards and a red card on Argentina, while Spain scored late to secure its second World Cup title, despite playing a man down in extra time. When the final whistle blew, Paredes wasn’t ready to call the score settled.AdvertisementParedes, who was at the center of second-half tensions that resulted in his own yellow card, clashed…