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FIFA WC: How Lionel Scaloni turned Argentina into the masters of comebacks

Argentina have played four matches so far in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and, in all four matches, they have scored goals in the dying minutes to come out on top

Zidane set to succeed Deschamps as France head coach after FIFA WC 2026

Zidane's exceptional record at Real Madrid suggests he has the pedigree to manage elite players and thrive under pressure

FIFA World Cup 2026 3rd place playoff: France vs England preview and stats

While neither side would have envisioned competing for bronze before the tournament began, a victory would still provide a positive end to an otherwise impressive World Cup campaign.

'We'll give it our all': Messi sends strong message before World Cup final

The star-studded news conference was expected to be Messi's last public appearance before Sunday's final in East Rutherford

Trump and Infantino praise FIFA World Cup 2026's success before the final

Infantino pointed to many numbers - sold-out stadiums and big television ratings - as proof that the biggest World Cup ever met expectations, as Trump nodded in approval

India better placed in 64-team World Cup, but no guarantee, says Bhutia

An official proposal to expand the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, from 48 in the 2026 edition, was put forward by South American governing body CONMEBOL in April last year

Years of planning power Spain into the FIFA World Cup 2026 final showdown

Winning the Nations League in 2023 and the European Championship in 2024 set the foundation for the success Spain has achieved over the past several weeks

West Bengal govt announces World Cup final live screening across districts

Similar arrangements for live screenings on large screens at important locations across districts will also be made for football enthusiasts, the official said

Can Kylian Mbappe catch Leo Messi? Golden Boot battle goes down to the wire

What initially looked like a straight shootout has now evolved into a fascinating contest involving goals, assists and even minutes played.

Who is Slavko Vincic? The man tasked to officiate the ARG vs ESP WC final

At 46, Vincic has reached the pinnacle of refereeing, becoming the first Slovenian official to take charge of a FIFA World Cup final

Full circle moment: How internet is reacting before Messi vs Yamal WC clash

The Messi and Yamal photo from 2007 has taken over social media as both players gear up to represent respective countries in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final

Messi's magic on the biggest stage leaves little room for the GOAT debate

The remarkable thing about Lionel Messi is no longer that he can produce moments of magic. It is that the football world has come to expect them even when logic suggests otherwise.

World Cup final's 20-minute half-time show: Will it disrupt match flow?

Fifa plans an 11-minute half-time show at MetLife Stadium, raising concerns over player readiness, lost momentum and restarting the Spain-Argentina final at 12:30 am IST on July 20.

Are broadcasters bound to show Infantino? Inside Fifa's TV power, economics

Broadcasters are not explicitly ordered to show the Fifa president, but a compulsory global feed, dignitary-shot rules and Fifa's stake in its producer keep Gianni Infantino on screens worldwide

The photo that foretold it: Yamal faces Messi, who 'baptised' him, in final

Almost 19 years ago, Messi quite literally held Yamal in his arms. Now, fate has brought them together with the biggest prize in football at stake.

Messi scripts late miracle as Argentina shatter England's World Cup dream

Anthony Gordon put England within sight of their first World Cup final since 1966, but Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez struck late as Argentina's control and Messi's creativity turned semifinal

Will Fifa punish Argentina before Spain final over Falklands banner?

Argentina could face a fine after players displayed a Falklands banner, but precedent suggests bans before the Spain final are unlikely unless Fifa treats the repeat offence as aggravated

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi overtakes Mbappe in golden boot race

With eight goals and four assists, Messi now leads the Golden Boot race, edging France captain Kylian Mbappe, who also has eight goals but only three assists.

England vs Argentina HIGHLIGHTS FIFA World Cup SF: Messi inspires ARG to the final with late 2-1 win

Goals from Fernandez and Martinez hand Argentina a late 2-1 victory against England to set a final date with Spain.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina's rollercoaster road to the semi-final

Lionel Scaloni's side has combined moments of brilliance with remarkable resilience, reaching another World Cup semifinal where England now awaits.