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With France set to meet England in the third‑place match and Spain poised to face Argentina in the final, Lionel Messi’s recent remarks about Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal add extra intrigue.
Lionel Messi will sit out the 2026 MLS All-Star Game without facing suspension, joining Hugo Cuypers, Rodrigo De Paul and Mbekezeli Mbokazi on the sidelines; the league cites World Cup fatigue, and the match will feature stars such as Son Heung‑min, Thomas Müller, Gilberto Mora and Brian Gutiérrez.
U.S. youth soccer’s pay‑for‑play model creates steep financial hurdles, limiting talent development and raising questions about the nation’s ability to become a soccer superpower.
Indiana will face Chile in the semifinals of the FISU America Games on Saturday at 3 p.m., looking to extend its dominant run after a 68‑point average victory margin.
Marc Cucurella, the Real Madrid stalwart, has said he will retire from international duty the moment Spain wins the World Cup final against Argentina, and will mark the occasion with a permanent tribute to his coach.
An exploration of the pay‑for‑play model in U.S. youth soccer, its impact on aspiring players, and the initiatives aimed at building a more inclusive development pipeline.
England's coach Thomas Tuchel left Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham on the bench for the third‑place playoff against France, sparking criticism over his emphasis on the match and his defensive tactics.
The basketball world mourns the loss of Horacio Muratore, whose decade‑long stewardship of FIBA introduced structural reforms, nurtured youth programs, and guided the sport through a period of profound grief after the death of Secretary General Patrick Baumann.
From photoshopped tributes to critiques of refereeing, a wave of sentiment across Latin America is turning the World Cup final into a contest of regional identity.
From cheering Lionel Messi to sharing a history with Gerard Pique, Shakira’s global fan base navigates a complex web of personal and national ties.
Lionel Messi, still shining at 39, leads Argentina into a third World Cup final, chasing a third title while his coach hails the Argentine legend's enduring impact.
Kylian Mbappé's brace in the third‑place match propelled him past Lionel Messi in the all‑time World Cup scoring list, but the 27‑year‑old says he would rather be on the pitch for the final.
Kylian Mbappé’s double in the third‑place game moved him past Lionel Messi on the all‑time World Cup scorer list, finishing with 22 goals.
Kylian Mbappe’s double in the third‑place playoff against England pushes his tournament tally to 22 goals, surpassing Lionel Messi’s record, as France narrows the deficit to 4‑3. Argentina eyes the final against Spain.
The third‑place playoff at Hard Rock Stadium marked the end of Deschamps’s tenure and gave Mbappé a chance to extend his Golden Boot lead.
The 2026 World Cup awarded $50 million to the champion, with total prize money reaching $655 million, marking a historic increase from previous editions.
England surged to a four-goal lead before France rallied, with Kylian Mbappé matching Gerd Müller's record, Michael Olise rewriting assist history, and Dayot Upamecano anchoring a defensive comeback.
The world cup final will see Argentina's Lionel Messi play his last match for his nation, facing Spain's rising star Lamine Yamal and a Spanish side eager to cement its dominance. The encounter also brings together coaches Luis de la Fuente and Lionel Scaloni, defensive stalwarts Rodri and Emiliano Martinez, and even a trophy presentation by Donald Trump, all set against a backdrop of geopolitical tension.
In a stunning encounter in Miami, England surged to a 6‑4 victory over France, with Saka netting a hat-trick and Mbappe extending his all‑time World Cup scoring record.
England clinched third place in the World Cup with a 6‑4 win over France, highlighted by Saka’s hat‑trick and Mbappé’s milestone.
The final pits Lionel Messi against teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, a meeting of past and future that promises to reshape soccer’s story.
At 39, Lionel Messi seeks a third World Cup crown while 19‑year‑old Lamine Yamal aims to launch his own legacy, in a final that promises tactical intrigue and a poignant personal reunion.
Spain's World Cup success stems from a robust youth development system and a collective playing style that prioritizes teamwork and technical skill. Coach Luis de la Fuente stresses the importance of working for the collective good, a philosophy that has helped the men's team reach the final against Argentina and the women's team dominate internationally.
A 6-4 win against France marked England's best World Cup showing since 1966, prompting manager Thomas Tuchel to reflect on his squad's journey and future.