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'They confuse arrogance with pride': Argentinians not bothered by their critics

AFP · 14 uur geleden

Critics blasted Argentina for dirty tactics and poor sportsmanship during their 1-0 loss to Spain, cementing the country's status as World Cup villain that grew throughout the tournament.

Argentina return home without captain Lionel Messi after World Cup final reverse

AFP · 22 uur geleden

Most of Argentina's football team landed back home Monday, as thousands of fans waited to welcome them, following their 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final, according to the airport authority.

Lionel Messi left in 'immense pain' after Argentina's World Cup final defeat to Spain

Reuters · gisteren

Lionel Messi said Argentina's World Cup final defeat by Spain ⁠had left "immense" pain but praised his team for reaching a second successive final and ‌thanked supporters for uniting behind the national side.

World Cup Player of the Tournament: Mercurial Messi proves class is permanent

Harry Dunnett & · gisteren

Despite just missing out on the Golden Ball, Lionel Messi reminded the football world why he is still an elite player in the twilight of his career after inspiring Argentina to the World Cup final.

'End of era': Argentina fans mourn after Lionel Messi's World Cup farewell

AFP · gisteren

Nervous excitement and rowdy cheers turned into anguished groans, nailbiting tension and tears, as Argentines' hope of yet another epic comeback led by Lionel Messi in the World Cup fizzled out against Spain.

Rodri describes winning World Cup, Golden Ball as 'the perfect script'

Reuters · gisteren

Spain's midfield rock Rodri hopes younger generations can learn ⁠from his experience in overcoming adversity after he won the World Cup on Sunday to complete his collection of the ‌game's major prizes less than two years after rupturing his knee ligaments.

Argentina's Scaloni admits Spain were 'better side' in World Cup final loss

AFP · gisteren

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni admitted Spain were the better team following his team's 1-0 extra-time defeat in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday.

Rodri claims Golden Ball award as Kylian Mbappe wins Golden Boot

Josh Donaldson · gisteren

The Spanish trio of Pau Cubarsi, Rodri and Unai Simon picked up individual accolades to go alongside their World Cup final triumph as Kylian Mbappe claimed the Golden Boot for being the tournament's top goalscorer.

Extra-time winner sees Spain finally see off 10-man Argentina to win second World Cup

Chris Wilson · gisteren

A Ferran Torres strike deep into extra time secured Spain a second World Cup crown, as they overcame Argentina 1-0 and also claimed an all-time European record for the longest unbeaten international run (38 matches).

The photo that united Messi and Lamine Yamal: Joan Monfort and the fate of an iconic shot

Raffaele R. Rive · 2 dagen geleden

The Catalan photographer retraces with Flashscore that day in 2007 when he was preparing to take photos for a simple charity calendar. But things turned out differently: from the initial embarrassment of the Pulga, to the incredible coincidences that emerged over the years, ending with the symbolic bond that now brings the two stars from Spain and Argentina together all the way to the World Cup final.

Xavi and Mascherano on Barca influence and Messi magic ahead of Spain-Argentina final

Reuters · 3 dagen geleden

Sunday's World Cup final between Spain and Argentina may be dressed in national colours but Barcelona greats Xavi Hernandez and Javier Mascherano see their ⁠old club's shadows everywhere.

Lionel Scaloni and Argentina to approach World Cup final as if it was any other match

David Olivares · 3 dagen geleden

The Argentine coach explains how La Albiceleste are approaching the final. "We prepare the same way we do for every match. We're eager for things to go well, ready to analyze our opponent, to see what we can do during the game... Beyond the fact that it's a final, it's still a football match."

Lionel Messi admits viral photo with Lamine Yamal is 'crazy' ahead of World Cup final clash

Josias Pereira, · 3 dagen geleden

One of the most iconic moments of the media day ahead of the World Cup final in New York, held this Friday (17th) during Fanatics Fest, was the meeting between two of the greatest players in the history of their respective sports. Called up to the stage at the packed event in Manhattan, Tom Brady drew applause and directed a question to Messi, who this Sunday (19th) will fight for his second world title.

Handling Lionel Messi will be 'huge challenge' for Spain, admits Mikel Merino

AFP · 4 dagen geleden

Spanish super-sub Mikel Merino said Friday that neutralising the threat of Lionel Messi will be a "huge challenge" as La Roja prepare for their World Cup final showdown against Argentina.

Why Thomas Tuchel will have to rebuild players trust after England World Cup exit

AFP · 4 dagen geleden

Thomas Tuchel is already looking forward to a home Euros in 2028 after England's bitter World Cup exit. But will he have to earn back the trust of his players?

The 'Messi effect' a dream come true for MLS, says Commissioner Garber

Reuters · 4 dagen geleden

Major League Soccer is counting ⁠on a blend of home-grown talent and global superstars to keep the momentum going after the World ‌Cup, with Lionel Messi ready to switch from Argentina blue to Inter ‌Miami pink after Sunday's final.

Lionel Messi: One more final at 39 and still so much football left to give

Anna Carreau · 5 dagen geleden

Lionel Messi delivered two more assists on Wednesday night against England, just when Argentina seemed to be up against the wall. But, driven by a mission after Anthony Gordon opened the scoring, the Albiceleste captain did everything he could to send the Scaloneta to another World Cup final.