Spain’s World Cup-winning team received a rapturous welcome in Madrid on Monday as an estimated two million fans lined the city’s streets to celebrate their 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph. The players travelled aboard an open-top bus through the Spanish capital, waving the World Cup trophy to jubilant supporters dressed in the national colours of…
Spain were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Ferran Torres scored an extra-time winner to secure a 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina in Sunday’s final at MetLife Stadium. Torres struck in the 106th minute, firing home from close range after Nico Williams headed Pedro Porro’s cross into his path, sealing Spain’s…
U.S. President Donald Trump drew attention at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday after remaining on the presentation stage as Spain celebrated their 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina and lifted the trophy. Trump, who presented medals alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino, briefly stayed on the podium as the Spanish players celebrated their triumph,…
FIFA made history on Sunday by staging the first-ever halftime show during a FIFA World Cup final, transforming the 2026 tournament decider between Argentina and Spain into a global entertainment spectacle at MetLife Stadium. The approximately 12-minute performance, curated by Coldplay frontman Chris Martin in partnership with Global Citizen, took place during an extended 27-minute…
Barcelona are reportedly prepared to consider selling defender Jules Kounde during the summer transfer window if they receive an offer of around £51 million. The France international has attracted interest from Bayern Munich and Chelsea in recent weeks, but no formal bid has yet been submitted. According to reports, Barcelona are not actively seeking to…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup reaches its climax this weekend as Spain and Argentina prepare to face off in Sunday’s final, with a record $50 million winner’s prize on offer alongside football’s biggest trophy. The final follows five weeks of action across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with France and England meeting in Saturday’s…
U.S. President Donald Trump has joined the growing list of critics of England’s tactics following the team’s World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Speaking at a reception in New York alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino on Friday, Trump questioned England manager Thomas Tuchel’s decision to adopt a more defensive approach after taking the lead in…
Chelsea are reportedly considering a move for Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix, with the Premier League club expected to pay £55 million if they want to secure the French centre-back this summer. According to reports, Crystal Palace have placed a £55 million valuation on Lacroix, who is said to be keen on leaving Selhurst Park…
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is reportedly seeking further reinforcements despite the club’s busy summer transfer activity, with the Portuguese coach keen to strengthen both central defence and midfield ahead of the new season. Club president Florentino Perez is said to have handed Mourinho significant influence over transfer decisions following his appointment, backing the veteran…
