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Super Eagles striker says protest aimed to honour contract and continue training professionally despite first-team exclusion.
Argentine psychologist alleges national team deliberately lost World Cup final, citing unusual tactics and players’ performances.
Infantino says Spain’s World Cup triumph secures a lasting place in football history for generations to come.
Mixed reactions greet calls for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign after Spain’s World Cup victory.
FIFA says Super Eagles need stability and strong football structures to qualify for the 2030 World Cup.
FIFA names Best XI after Spain’s World Cup triumph, featuring Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Bellingham.
Donald Trump welcomed Spain's World Cup-winning squad to the White House, congratulating the team after their victory over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final and posing with the players and the trophy.
The Italian Football Federation has confirmed it is in talks with Pep Guardiola over becoming Italy's next head coach. Although no deal has been reached, the former Manchester City manager is the federation's preferred candidate to lead the Azzurri into a new era.
Following Argentina's defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, criticism of Lionel Messi has intensified among some fans, although many continue to defend the Argentine captain and celebrate his historic achievements with the national team.
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter says Spain deserved the 2026 World Cup title but argues political interference and off-field controversies damaged the tournament’s credibility and football’s integrity.
Spain midfielder Gavi has appealed to FIFA to avoid suspending Argentina players involved in the World Cup final altercation, saying the incident was part of football.
Journalist Yanina Latorre claims Lionel Messi informed Argentina teammates of his retirement before the World Cup final, delivering an emotional farewell speech in the dressing room.
