Wait, what? FIFA adds halftime show to World Cup final -...

Wait, what? FIFA adds halftime show to World Cup final - and Robert Smith is furious

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Robert Smith of The Cure has launched a scathing attack on FIFA's decision to introduce a halftime show to the World Cup final, calling it a "mugwank idea" and directing explicit criticism at football's...weiterlesen »

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West Midlands police chief retires with £57,800 after Microsoft Copilot invented fake match

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Former West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford received a £57,800 taxpayer-funded payout upon his retirement in January, following fierce criticism over his force's recommendation to ban Israeli...weiterlesen »

One cigarette end could destroy it all: Clarkson faces fire crisis at dangerously dry farm

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Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he is "genuinely scared" about a potentially devastating problem at his Diddly Squat Farm: the grain is dangerously dry, raising the risk of fire that could destroy an entire...weiterlesen »

How high can Red Bull fly?

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The world’s most formidable marketing machine faces growing threats CAn Red Bull give die Mannschaft wiiings? After Germany was bundled out of the World Cup by Paraguay on June 29th the national football...weiterlesen »

US backs Argentina over Falklands banner as England demands World Cup sanctions

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Argentina will not be disqualified from the World Cup final after displaying a banner referencing the Falklands War following their 2-1 semi-final victory over England in Atlanta, Georgia. FIFA has opened...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Messi might not retire after all - Scaloni drops hint before final

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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni has refused to confirm whether Lionel Messi will retire from international football after Sunday's World Cup final, offering fresh hope to fans of the 39-year-old superstar....weiterlesen »

Tuchel defends defensive tactics after England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina

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Thomas Tuchel has no regrets about his tactical decisions in England's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, insisting his choices were made to support the team despite mounting criticism of his defensive...weiterlesen »

World Cup star Vozinha: 30M followers but choosing carefully - here's why

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Cabo Verde's breakout World Cup star Vozinha has made clear he's looking for a club that wants him as a footballer, not a marketing asset. The 40-year-old goalkeeper, who captivated millions with his performances...weiterlesen »

Two months of daily pain: Martínez plays World Cup final with fractured finger

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Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is enduring daily pain from a fractured finger as his team prepares for the World Cup final against Spain in New Jersey on Sunday. The 33-year-old has played through...weiterlesen »

They play on crutches without prosthetics - and they're training for the World Cup

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Nearly three dozen female amputee soccer players from across South America gathered in Bolivia this week for a historic training camp - the first of its kind on the continent. The five-day event in Santa...weiterlesen »

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Trump slams England coach over Harry Kane tactics in World Cup semi-final loss

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Donald Trump has criticized England coach Thomas Tuchel's tactics in the team's World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. Speaking on Friday at a FIFA reception in New York, Trump questioned the decision...weiterlesen »

Tuchel fires back at critics: Third place would be England's best World Cup in 60 years

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England coach Thomas Tuchel has fired back at critics following the team's World Cup semi-final exit, reframing the potential third-place finish as a historic achievement. «If we win tomorrow, it's the...weiterlesen »

Messi's last dance? Argentina targets feat no team achieved since 1962

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Lionel Messi vowed Argentina "will give it our all" as he spoke publicly ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against Spain. The 39-year-old appeared at Fanatics Fest in New York on Friday in what is expected...weiterlesen »

88 fouls, zero red cards: Spain's Laporte calls out Argentina before World Cup final

vor 15 Stunden - upday.com

Spain defender Aymeric Laporte has accused Argentina of employing unsportsmanlike tactics during the 2026 World Cup and warned that the final could descend into chaos if the referee does not take control....weiterlesen »

What Trump told FIFA's Infantino about that red card - and why it sparked outrage

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US President Donald Trump has praised the 2026 FIFA World Cup as record-breaking in nearly every measure, speaking at a reception in New York on Friday. He openly discussed his controversial phone intervention...weiterlesen »

Tech earnings and ECB decision lead trading week as oil surges 10% on Iran crisis

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Major tech company earnings and an expected pause from the European Central Bank will dominate the trading week starting Monday, as investors grapple with renewed Middle East tensions that have sent oil...weiterlesen »

World Cup final referee Vincic was detained in 2020 raid - drugs and guns seized

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Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic has been appointed to officiate Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina in New York. But the assignment has brought renewed attention to a controversial incident...weiterlesen »

Spain's 2010 World Cup hero denied US entry - misses final with his children

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Former Spanish World Cup winner Joan Capdevila has been denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup final, forcing him to publicly appeal for help on social media. His ESTA travel authorization...weiterlesen »

Infantino claims World Cup proves unity despite Iran travel chaos and Trump intervention

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FIFA President Gianni Infantino declared the World Cup a success at the United Nations on Friday, describing the tournament as proof that unity prevails over division. Speaking at a session focused on...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Klopp forced to deny quotes he never made about Tuchel

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Jürgen Klopp has publicly rejected false statements attributed to him on social media. The Liverpool icon denied making critical comments about Thomas Tuchel and England after their World Cup semi-final...weiterlesen »

Bieber, Madonna, BTS headline first-ever World Cup Final halftime show Sunday

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will make history this Sunday with its first-ever halftime show, featuring global superstars Justin Bieber, Madonna, Shakira, BTS, and Burna Boy in an 11-minute performance....weiterlesen »

De la Fuente's instruction for World Cup final: Avoid provocations, stick to Spain's style

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Spain coach Luis de la Fuente is heading into Sunday's 2026 World Cup final against Argentina with clear instructions for his team: stick to their style and avoid getting drawn into provocations. The 65-year-old...weiterlesen »

Deschamps' emotional farewell: Mbappé one goal from equalling Messi's World Cup record

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Didier Deschamps will coach his final match for France on Saturday when Les Bleus face England in the World Cup third-place playoff in Miami. The 57-year-old's 14-year tenure ends with the disappointment...weiterlesen »

27-year mile record and oldest athletics mark under attack as Kerr and Hodgkinson chase history

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British athletics stars Josh Kerr and Keely Hodgkinson will attempt to break world records at the London Diamond League meeting on Saturday. Kerr targets the mile record at 15:36 BST, while Hodgkinson...weiterlesen »

Six minutes from glory: How Tuchel's defensive gamble cost England the World Cup final

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England manager Thomas Tuchel is facing intense criticism after his team's devastating 2-1 semi-final defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup. Despite widespread calls for his dismissal, Tuchel has declared...weiterlesen »

From 0-2 down to tears of joy: How Argentina fought their way to Messi's last dance

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Argentina has reached the 2026 World Cup final after a dramatic journey marked by near-eliminations and epic comebacks. Lionel Messi will play his final match for the national team against Spain in New...weiterlesen »

Guardiola verbally agreed to become England manager before Tuchel was appointed

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Pep Guardiola had verbally agreed to become England manager in 2024 before Thomas Tuchel was appointed to the role. The Athletic reports that the FA reached an agreement with the then-Manchester City manager...weiterlesen »

From 1-0 up to out: How Tuchel's defensive shift cost England their World Cup dream

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England's World Cup campaign has descended into crisis after several key players voiced their frustration with head coach Thomas Tuchel's tactical decisions in the semi-final defeat to Argentina. The team...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Messi leads Argentina in ball recoveries AND goals at World Cup 2026

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Lionel Messi has led Argentina to the 2026 World Cup final at age 39, delivering a performance that extends across every facet of the game. The captain is not only the tournament's top scorer with eight...weiterlesen »

Teen dies in Kent meningitis outbreak - now all 15-year-olds to get free jab

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UK health experts have recommended that all teenagers receive a free meningitis B vaccine around age 15. The Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation (JCVI) issued the advice following deadly outbreaks...weiterlesen »

FIFA investigates Argentina over Falklands banner after England semi-final win

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FIFA has launched an investigation into Argentina's national team after players displayed a controversial banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands following their World Cup semi-final victory...weiterlesen »

Arsenal star Saliba played entire World Cup with fractured back, collapsed in semifinal

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William Saliba played through the entire 2026 World Cup with a fractured back, French media outlet RMC Sport revealed on Thursday. The Arsenal defender sustained the injury two months before the tournament...weiterlesen »

Six goals, one heartbreak: Bellingham's World Cup ends in tears as Argentina strike late

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Jude Bellingham shared an emotional handwritten note and a defiant message to England fans after the team's heartbreaking World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina. The 23-year-old Real Madrid star posted...weiterlesen »

Argentina beats England in World Cup semi-final, displays Falklands banner – then accuses UK of violating disputed waters

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Argentina has lodged a formal diplomatic protest against the United Kingdom over a British Royal Navy patrol ship's presence in what Buenos Aires claims are Argentine territorial waters. The protest, submitted...weiterlesen »