Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win 2026 World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute at New York New Jersey Stadium after Argentina played with 10 men.
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Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute after Enzo Fernández's red card left Argentina chasing without a shot on target until the 115th.
Spain draw 1.8 million to Madrid after 1-0 World Cup victory
Why it matters: The parade capped Spain's second men's World Cup title, won after extra time against Argentina in New Jersey.
FIFA investigates Argentina players’ clash after final vs Spain
New: disciplinary and ethics prosecutors were appointed; players or staff involved face suspensions, and the federation could be fined.
BBC Sport, The Guardian (Football) +3
Thousands celebrate in Madrid after Spain’s World Cup win
What’s new: Fans packed Plaza de Colón late Sunday after Spain beat Argentina in extra time for its second title.
The New York Times, BBC Sport
Gaza fans celebrate Spain’s 1-0 World Cup win over Argentina
Why it matters: Many Palestinians backed Spain because of Madrid’s support for Palestinian statehood and criticism of Israel’s war in Gaza.
Messi admits pain of 2026 World Cup final loss still lingers
A day after Argentina fell 0-1 to Spain, the captain wrote that the setback will take time to heal.
Republika, Antara News +1
FIFA probes Argentina brawl after 1-0 World Cup final loss
What's next: Argentina players and staff could face suspensions or fines over clashes after Spain's win in New Jersey.
Republika, Fox News
Spain drew 1 million fans to Madrid after 1-0 World Cup win
What's next: The team was due to meet the king and prime minister before an evening parade centered on Plaza de Cibeles.
Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute, and the final ended with punches and a red card for Leandro Paredes.
Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute after Enzo Fernández was sent off late in regulation.
Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win 2026 World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute as Spain finished the tournament having allowed just one goal in eight matches.
PBS NewsHour, MarketWatch
World Cup final debuts halftime show with Madonna, BTS and Shakira
What's new: FIFA staged the first final halftime show in tournament history during Spain-Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Earlier: BTS performs “Dynamite” at 2026 World Cup final halftimeSeries: Fifa World Cup · 2026 Final Ceremony and Halftime Show · 2 chapters since Jul 192026 World Cup final: Spain and Argentina tied 0-0, Enzo sent off
Argentina must play extra time with 10 men after Enzo Fernandez received a second yellow card in injury time.
The Guardian (Football), BBC Sport +6
About 5,000 residents pack Polres Jakpus for World Cup final watch party
The early-morning event ended safely and orderly, while the Spain-Argentina final also drew mass viewings in Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur.
Republika, Antara News
World Cup final halftime stretched past 20 minutes for star show
What's new: The break for Spain vs. Argentina was expected to top football's usual 15-minute limit as crews built and cleared a stage.
BBC News (World), The Guardian (Football)
Spain beat 10-man Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win World Cup
What's new: Ferran Torres scored the winner after Enzo Fernandez's red card, sealing Spain's second title and a 38-match unbeaten run.
The Straits Times, Politico
Spain, Argentina set for World Cup final amid tight security
What's new: President Donald Trump's expected attendance stretched media entry lines to as long as three hours at MetLife.
World Cup 2026 final: Argentina make 3 changes, Spain unchanged
Kickoff at MetLife may be delayed as long lines build outside the stadium after a ticketing system outage.
BBC Sport, The Guardian (Football) +4
Heaton backs Lammens to recover after Belgium error
The 24-year-old has been given three weeks off and is projected to rejoin the Manchester United squad in early August.
Spain, Argentina set for World Cup final with stark stats split
What's new: Argentina lead the tournament with 19 goals, while Spain have allowed just one and enter the final with an extra day of rest.
Argentina stun England 2-1 with two late goals to reach World Cup final
What's next: Argentina will face Spain on Sunday after Enzo Fernandez leveled in the 86th minute and Lautaro Martinez scored in stoppage time.
Spain and Argentina meet in 2026 World Cup final in New Jersey
What's at stake: Argentina can become the first back-to-back men's champion this century, while Spain chase a second World Cup title.
Argentina, Spain meet in World Cup final at MetLife Stadium
What's new: Kickoff is 3 p.m. ET in East Rutherford, with about 80,000 fans expected and resale tickets near $10,000.
World Cup 2026 final: Spain face Argentina at MetLife
Lionel Messi has scored eight goals, while Spain have conceded only once in seven matches at the tournament.
Republika, Antara News +1
Spain, Argentina bring contrasting strengths into World Cup final
What's new: Argentina lead the tournament with 19 goals, while Spain have conceded just once in seven matches.
Spain, Argentina bring unbeaten runs into World Cup final
What's new: Argentina have scored 19 goals, while Spain have conceded just once in seven matches heading into Sunday's final.
Messi recalls photo with baby Yamal before World Cup final
The 2007 Barcelona charity calendar photo paired Messi with Yamal, who is now his opponent in the final in New York.
Antara News, Tribunnews
Slavko Vincic to Referee 2026 World Cup Final, Spain vs Argentina
He will be assisted by two fellow Slovenians, while the VAR room will be led by Bastian Dankert of Germany.
Earlier: 2026 World Cup final: Spain vs Argentina set for July 20Series: Fifa World Cup · 2026 Final · 7 chapters since Jul 16Trump, Infantino tout 7 million fans before World Cup final
What's next: Trump is set to attend the Argentina-Spain final after the US hosted 11 of the tournament's 16 venues.
Republika, Fox News
Trump, Sanchez to attend Argentina-Spain World Cup final
What's new: FIFA plans winner rings for the champions, and Trump is set to present the trophy at MetLife Stadium.
The Straits Times, The Hill
Spain's Sanchez joins Trump at World Cup final in New Jersey
What's new: King Felipe VI will also attend, while Argentina President Javier Milei plans to watch from home.
The Guardian (Football), PBS NewsHour
Spain carry 37-match run into World Cup final against Argentina
What's new: Sunday’s title game will pit Spain’s 37-match unbeaten stretch against defending champion Argentina and Lionel Messi.
FIFA faces calls to probe Argentina's Falklands banner after 2-1 win
What's next: Any FIFA disciplinary case would likely come after the tournament, with no threat to Argentina's place in the final.
BBC News (World), Bloomberg +2
Trump to attend Spain-Argentina World Cup final on July 19
What's next: The White House said Trump will also attend a FIFA reception at Trump Tower on July 17 and is expected to help present the trophy.
The Straits Times, The Guardian (Football) +1
Singapore schools delay classes, host watch parties for WC final
What's new: Some campuses will start as late as 10 a.m., while Victoria School plans an overnight event for up to 350 students.
Channel News Asia, Must Share News (MS News)
Argentina rallies past England 2-1 to reach World Cup final
What's next: Argentina will face Spain in the final after Enzo Fernandez equalized in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez scored in stoppage time.
The New York Times, NPR +2
Argentina beats England 2-1, reaches World Cup final vs Spain
What's next: Argentina will face Spain on Sunday after Lionel Messi set up both late goals in Atlanta.
Argentina Beat England 2-1, Face Spain in World Cup Final
Enzo Fernandez tied it in the 85th minute, then Lautaro Martinez scored the winner in stoppage time.
Antara News, Republika +1
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach first World Cup final since 2010
What's next: Spain will face either Argentina or England on Sunday, while France drop into Saturday's third-place match.
NPR, PBS NewsHour +2
England and Argentina battle for 2026 World Cup final spot
The semifinal winner in Atlanta will face Spain in the final, with Messi already on eight goals in the tournament.
Antara News, Republika
Gibraltar, Spain scrap 118-year border controls after Brexit deal
Why it matters: The change eases daily crossings for about 15,500 workers and ties Gibraltar to Schengen travel rules.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times +1
Spain beat France 2-0 to reach the 2026 World Cup final
La Roja will face the winner of England vs Argentina in the final on July 20 at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Spain wildfire kills 12 in Andalusia tourist area as 19 remain missing
What's new: Authorities said many victims were believed to be foreign nationals, and investigators are examining whether a fallen power line sparked the blaze.
BBC News (World), The New York Times +8
England, Argentina vie for final berth against Spain
Spain advanced to the final after a 2-0 win over France, leaving the Atlanta winner to meet La Roja.
Republika, Tribunnews
France, Spain meet in Texas with World Cup final berth at stake
What's next: The winner advances to Sunday's final in New Jersey against either Argentina or England.
FIFA weighs 64-team World Cup for 2030 after 48-team debut
What's next: FIFA committees are set to review the idea after the 2026 tournament, with some regional leaders warning a bigger field could disrupt qualifying.
2026 World Cup semifinals: France vs Spain, England vs Argentina
France play Spain on July 15 in Arlington, while England meet defending champion Argentina a day later in Atlanta.
Belgium’s 2026 World Cup exit closes book on its golden generation
What’s next: Belgium has 13 squad members age 25 or younger, pointing to a rebuild after the quarterfinal loss to Spain in Los Angeles.
Merino's 88th-minute goal lifts Spain past Belgium 2-1
The goal sends Spain into the 2026 World Cup semifinals, as Merino delivers a second straight late winner after coming off the bench.
Spain rides Merino’s late goals into World Cup semifinal
What’s next: Spain is waiting for a bigger impact from Lamine Yamal as it prepares to face France in the last four.
Spain beat Belgium 2-1 on Merino's 88th-minute goal, reach semis
What's next: Spain will play France in the World Cup semifinals after Mikel Merino scored the winner four days after eliminating Portugal.
Spain vs Belgium: World Cup 2026 quarterfinal begins
Both teams go with a 4-2-3-1 at SoFi Stadium, with the winner earning a semifinal berth.
Spain beat Belgium 2-1 on Merino’s 88th-minute World Cup goal
What’s next: Spain move into the semifinals against France after Merino struck late in Los Angeles.
Earlier: Spain beat Belgium 2-1 as Merino's 88th-minute goal seals semisSeries: Spain · World Cup Semifinal Berth · 2 chapters since Jul 7NATO summit in Turkey swung around Trump on Ukraine, Iran
Why it matters: The 48-hour meeting jolted markets, revived doubts about NATO unity and left Ukraine seeking fresh US backing.
CNBC, The Hill
Trump threatens Spain trade cutoff in NATO spending clash
Why it matters: Spain is in the EU customs bloc, so any U.S. move against Spanish trade would trigger wider legal and diplomatic fallout.
Bloomberg, CNBC +4
Rutte frames Trump’s NATO outbursts as allies push $1.2T defense rise
Why it matters: The Ankara summit tested alliance unity as Trump threatened Spain on trade and revived his push for Greenland.
BBC News (World), CNBC
Portugal ends Roberto Martinez contract after 0-1 loss to Spain
FPF has begun searching for a replacement after Portugal exited the 2026 World Cup in the round of 16.
Antara News, Republika
Rutte presses NATO allies for plans to hit 5% defense target
Why it matters: The push comes as Washington shifts more of Europe’s security burden onto allies ahead of the Ankara summit.
Bloomberg, The New York Times +1
WHO warns Europe faces more deadly heat as highs near 43C
What's new: Preliminary estimates linked 3,700 excess deaths in France, the Netherlands and Belgium to the late-June heatwave.
The New York Times, The Business Times (Singapore) +1
Ronaldo bows out of World Cup after Spain beats Portugal 1-0
What's next: The 41-year-old left open whether he will keep playing for Portugal after his 233rd international match in Dallas.
Red heat alerts hit France, Spain and Italy as Europe nears 44C
Why it matters: schools closed in France, rail service was cut, and officials warned the heat could rank among Europe’s longest in years.
European heat wave kills 2 children in France, closes 1,350 schools
Red alerts widened across France, Italy and Spain as train trips were canceled and a thunderstorm prompted evacuations at the Berlin Open.
Republika, CNN Indonesia +2
France records 40 drownings as Europe heat wave pushes temperatures higher
Why it matters: Red alerts span parts of France, Spain and Italy, with Spain forecasting highs above 44C and Germany also reporting fatal swimming incidents.
Cape Verde hold Uruguay 2-2, leaving Group H wide open
What's next: Uruguay must beat Spain in its final group game, while Cape Verde can reach the last 32 after draws with two former powers.
Spain rout Saudi Arabia 4-0 to lead Group H briefly
Spain now has four points, with two Mikel Oyarzabal goals and one from Lamine Yamal keeping its knockout hopes alive.
Antara News, Republika +1
Judge orders Spanish PM’s wife to stand trial, bars travel
What’s new: Begoña Gomez must surrender her passport and report to court twice a month while she appeals.
Bloomberg, The Straits Times +1
Turkey exit the 2026 World Cup after a 1-0 loss to Paraguay
Turkey's final match against host United States is now meaningless, as it trails Australia and Paraguay on head-to-head in Group D.
Liverpool sign Victor Munoz from Osasuna for 40 million euros
The 22-year-old will join only after the 2026 World Cup while he remains with Spain's squad in the United States.
Liverpool land Spain winger Victor Munoz in £34.5m deal
What's next: The 22-year-old is set to sign a six-year contract after a medical in Atlanta while with Spain at the World Cup.
Cape Verde hold Spain 0-0 in one of World Cup's first big shocks
Why it matters: The draw handed Cape Verde a historic point and immediately dented one of the tournament favorites.
Spain held 0-0 by Cape Verde in Group H opener
The African debutants earned a point behind goalkeeper Vozinha’s standout display, keeping Group H wide open.
Bloomberg, Republika +3
Real Madrid reach transfer agreement for Cucurella from Chelsea
Madrid is reported to be preparing 60 million euros, including 55 million euros plus a 5 million euro bonus, with final paperwork targeted for early next week.
Antara News, Republika
Pope Leo visits Canary Islands to spotlight deadly migrant route
Why it matters: More than 3,000 people died on the route in 2025, even as arrivals to Spain have fallen this year.
The New York Times, BBC News (World) +5
Spain opens new probe of ex-PM Zapatero over €1.3 million in jewelry
What's new: Investigators are examining possible tax fraud and smuggling before his court testimony on June 17 and 18.
BBC News (World), The Straits Times
France, Germany scrap €100 billion FCAS fighter jet program
Why it matters: The collapse of one of Europe’s biggest defense projects exposes deep splits over military planning and industrial control.
Bloomberg, BBC News (World) +4
US pushes NATO allies to use defense funds to rip out Huawei gear
What's new: The proposal could resurface at NATO's July summit in Turkey as allies debate how to count 1.5% of GDP in defense-related spending.