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Five reasons why the World Cup final was so dullSpain dominated the final but required extra time to find a winner, while Argentina waited until the 121st minute to create a big chance
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Kylian Mbappe beats Lionel Messi to win World Cup 2026 Golden Boot after dramatic raceThe France forward has edged out the Argentina captain in the most exciting race for the Golden Boot in living memory
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Why was Enzo Fernandez sent off in World Cup final?Fernandez’s second yellow card offence was criticised by Alan Shearer and called ‘stupid’ after Argentina were left down to 10 men
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Lionel Messi called ‘a baby’ after attempting to get Marc Cucurella sent off in World Cup finalThe Argentina captain appeared to protest to referee Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic after an interaction with the Spain defender in the final
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Baby Haaland in Peru: Newborns worldwide given names of World Cup starsHundreds of newborns have been named for rising stars such as Norway's Erling Haaland
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Fans rip Madonna, Bieber, BTS and Shakira World Cup halftime: ‘Look how they massacred my beautiful game’The bizarre and eclectic show also featured surprise appearances from The Muppets, Jason Sudeikis as Ted Lasso and Brazilian icons Ronaldinho and...
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‘Terrible’ World Cup final pitch criticised after slow start to Spain v ArgentinaThe ‘bobbly, dry pitch’ did not help a slow start to the World Cup final at the New Jersey New York Stadium
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Ronaldo and Ronaldinho join Madonna in World Cup final half-time show performanceThe legendary Brazilian duo, World Cup winners in 2002, joined the pop icon to kick off the controversial half-time show in New Jersey’s MetLife...
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How long was half-time at the World Cup final and did Fifa break the rules?The first World Cup half-time show led to a delay of almost half an hour
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All the celebrities spotted at World Cup final as Spain and Argentina face offFrom Tom Cruise and Drake to David and Victoria Beckham
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All the celebs spotted at World Cup final as Argentina faces off with SpainSir David and Victoria Beckham were also in the crowd for the final
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Tom Cruise closes World Cup ceremony with a passionate speech on the pitchThe pre-match festivities commenced nearly an hour earlier with a vibrant display of gold tracksuit-clad drummers performing at the pitch's centre
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England Was a World Cup Winner After All - Bloomberg.comEngland Was a World Cup Winner After All Bloomberg.com
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Lionel Messi & Kylian Mbappe beaten to World Cup Goal of the Tournament award as iconic strike vs Argentina takes the prize - Goal.comLionel Messi & Kylian Mbappe beaten to World Cup Goal of the Tournament award as iconic strike vs Argentina takes the prize Goal.com
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FIFA Confirms Controversial $4.2 Billion Plan As UEFA Accuses Gianni Infantino of Trying To Sell the Game - Yahoo SportsFIFA Confirms Controversial $4.2 Billion Plan As UEFA Accuses Gianni Infantino of Trying To Sell the Game Yahoo Sports
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MLS win another battle! They beat Liga MX in the All-Star ChallengeMLS win another battle! They beat Liga MX in the All-Star Challenge This Tuesday marked the start of a new edition of the All-Star Game, a...
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Alex Ovechkin details his experience at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final - RMNBAlex Ovechkin details his experience at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final RMNB
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World Cup 2026 favourites: Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions - BBCWorld Cup 2026 favourites: Who will win the World Cup? BBC pundits make their predictions BBC
