World Cup Coverage
Why Spain are top of the world in both men's and women's games
Spain's World Cup Parade Highlights, From Yamal And His Brother To Joyful Fans
This year's supersized World Cup had some things go wrong. There was also a lot that went right
Alex Baena makes history with World Cup triumph, becomes first player to achieve unique feat
FIFA’s $15 billion World Cup payday shows commercialization is the real tournament champion
DOJ seizes more than 1,000 websites accused of illegally streaming FIFA World Cup matches
Trump lingers on stage during Spain's World Cup 2026 celebration
After 2 mass shootings in a day, Minneapolis residents voice frustrations
Boat fire under control in Bowleys Quarters area of Baltimore
Power ranking all 48 World Cup teams by order of finish
THE FIRST American Woman To Referee A Men's World Cup Match - 48 Nations
Rodri's stock at all-time high as he adds to trophy collection
All the celebrities spotted cheering on their favorite teams at the 2026 World Cup
World Cup final live — Spain wins its way, with defensive precision
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin boycotts World Cup final in response to Folarin Balogun incident
Café Europa newsletter: Spain’s champions tell a bigger story

Rodri, Spain

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Spain's Rodri 'Shocked' After Winning World Cup Golden Ball Award
Spain captain Rodri has opened up on his emotional journey from a devastating knee injury to lifting the 2026 World Cup trophy in North America.

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The New York Times · 3h
Spain’s World Cup win: Yamal’s return, Rodri’s role, decisive De la Fuente — and a tattoo promise
SABC Sport on MSN · 6h
Rodri hails Spain's World Cup glory as Madrid welcomes home champions

Fans cheer Argentina

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Argentina, without Lionel Messi, greeted by fans in Buenos Aires after World Cup return
Thousands of fans gathered in Buenos Aires on Monday evening to give a warm welcome to the Argentina football squad, who arrived home without captain Lionel Messi after their World Cup final loss to Spain.

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BBC · 4h
Fans cheer Argentina home after World Cup final defeat
Associated Press · 6h
Argentina fans welcome national team after World Cup final loss vs Spain

Lionel Messi speaks out

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When will Lionel Messi return to MLS? Expected time for Inter Miami
After likely finishing his last World Cup, when will Lionel Messi be on the pitch again? The soccer icon was unable to bring Argentina back-to-back World Cup titles, losing to Spain in the final 1-0 on Sunday,

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Reuters · 12h
Lionel Messi thanks Argentina fans: ‘Wound will take time to heal’
Newsweek on MSN · 13h
Lionel Messi shares emotional message on painful World Cup loss

Spain, World Cup

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World Cup champs greeted as heroes in Spain as 2026 tournament comes to an end
The celebration in Spain continued Monday as World Cup champions La Roja returned home to a heroes' welcome. Nicole Valdes has one last look at the 2026 tournament.

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The Financial Times · 13h
2026 World Cup ends with Argentina losing to Spain
NPR · 15h
World Cup: Spain's homecoming heroes

FIFA to investigate Argentina

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FIFA investigates post-match scuffle between Argentina and Spain players
FIFA opened an investigation Monday after Spain’s celebrations on beating Argentina in the World Cup final took an ugly turn when players briefly clashed on the field.

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UPI News on MSN · 17h
FIFA to investigate Argentina after World Cup final clashes
Reuters · 17h
FIFA to investigate World Cup final post-match brawl

Luis de la Fuente hails Spain stars

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Spain’s World Cup winning team throw Luis de la Fuente in the air during celebration in Madrid
As part of the festivities the players and their coaching team took to a giant stage in Cebeles Square, lifting the trophy and dancing and singing as they were greeted by loud cheers.

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Fox Sports · 20h
Spain manager Luis de la Fuente and his team are on top of the world after winning the FIFA World Cup Final 🇪🇸
All Out Soccer on MSN · 20h
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente reacts to Marc Cucurella's tattoo promise after World Cup win

Cristian Romero, Trump

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Argentina's Cristian Romero skips Trump handshake at World Cup final
Argentina soccer star Cristian Romero did not shake hands with U.S. President Donald Trump during the World Cup medal ceremony. Was it deliberate?

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Larry Brown Sports on MSN · 19h
Argentina’s Cristian Romero appeared to snub Donald Trump during World Cup ceremony
AOL · 21h
Soccer Star Cristian Romero Snubs Donald Trump's Handshake During World Cup Final Presentation

FIFA, UEFA

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UEFA president Ceferin boycotted World Cup final after disagreements with FIFA
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin refused to attend Sunday’s World Cup final following a series of disagreements between ​the European governing body and FIFA over ‌disciplinary procedures, refereeing logistics,

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The New York Times · 20h
UEFA president Aleksander Ceferin boycotts World Cup final in response to Folarin Balogun incident
BBC on MSN · 21h
UEFA president boycotts World Cup final in protest against FIFA
Bleacher Report on MSN

B/R's most disappointing starting XI and manager of the 2026 World Cup

There were standouts at the 2026 World Cup. And there were disappointments. Our B/R Football writers took a vote and provided a "Disappointing XI" from the World Cup, looking at the players who failed to meet expectations.

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