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• AC Milan demand between €40 and €50 million to let Mike Maignan leave

  08-06-2026 20:50 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  AC Milan demand between €40 and €50 million to let Mike Maignan leaveAC Milan are reportedly willing to part ways with Mike Maignan (30) if an offer of between €40 and €50 million is received,according to information from La Gazzetta dello Sport.Despite being under contract with the Rossoneri until 2031, the Frenchman is not certain to remain at the club next season. The sacking of Massimiliano Allegri and his staff, as well as the Milan side’s disappointing fifth-place
  
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• World Cup final: Argentina's Leandro Paredes grabs Eric García by the throat in postgame scuffle as tensions boil over after Spain's win

  20-07-2026 01:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tensions were high in a physical World Cup final, and Argentina's Leandro Paredes grabbed Spain's Eric García by the throat in a scuffle in the aftermath of Spain's 1-0 win. The game featured five yellow cards and a red card on Argentina, and Spain scored late to secure its second World Cup title as Argentina played a man down in extra time. When the final whistle blew, Paredes wasn’t ready to call the score settled.Paredes, who was at the center of second-half tensions that resulte
  
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• Argentina’s World Cup final performance was a disgrace to Lionel Messi’s legacy

  20-07-2026 01:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Don’t cry for them, Argentina. Some tears were shed by Lionel Messi, after an unsatisfactory end to one of the great World Cup careers. But his team-mates merit rather less sympathy. What had been a valiant, dramatic and compelling attempt to retain the World Cup ended with a lack of discipline, creativity and, above all, shots.The historic feat, it transpired, was not becoming the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win consecutive World Cups, but in being officially the least attacking te
  
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• ⭐ The best of the 2026 World Cup

  20-07-2026 01:14 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  ⭐ The best of the 2026 World CupSpain won the 2026 World Cup title along with most of the individual awards; here we tell you how the trophies were handed out. 
  Best Young Player 👦​The Barcelona player had an outstanding tournament, playing a key role in Spain’s defense, which allowed just one goal throughout the competition. Best GoalkeeperUnai raised plenty of doubts when the coach preferred him over David Raya and Joan García, but time made it
  
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• Spain secure World Cup glory to banish miserable Argentina and their anti-football

  20-07-2026 01:10 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain win a second star after finally beating a black hole of an Argentina team in the World Cup final.Lionel Messi may not have got the ending that he and much of the world may have wanted but few can say the winners weren’t the right champions for the World Cup 2026 final.Spain have been the best team and they were duly the only side actually playing to win this otherwise dismal occasion across more than 120 minutes.It had an argument to be the worst final of all - which subsequently des
  
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• Ferran Torres’s history moment echoes Andres Iniesta’s 2010 World Cup-winning goal

  20-07-2026 01:07 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Pedro Porro hung a cross into the sky and Argentina’s defenders squinted at the ball like a dying sun, watching it set behind them. There, Nico Williams arrived by stealth to head it back into yawning space in the middle of the box, where Ferran Torres had momentarily slipped the attention of a limping Giuliano Simeone. Torres steadied himself before rapping his left foot through the ball, piercing a gap above Emiliano Martinez’s gloves, and then he was off, adrenaline pumping, eyes
  
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• Mbappe first to win Golden Boot twice as Rodri named best player

  20-07-2026 01:04 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe was part of the France side which won the World Cup in 2018 [Getty Images]Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament.The France forward netted 10 goals in eight games to edge out Lionel Messi in a high-quality race.Having struck eight times to finish top scorer at Qatar 2022, Mbappe has won the Golden Boot in back-to-back World Cups.The 27-year-old was the first man to reach double f
  
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• Who made the difference for Spain? World Cup final player ratings

  20-07-2026 00:59 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain have won the World Cup after beating Argentina 1-0 in the final.BBC Sport journalist Neil Johnston assesses how the players performed in New Jersey - and you can see how BBC Sport readers rated them at the bottom of the page too.SpainStarting XIUnai Simon: Came charging outside his box in the opening minutes which almost led to disaster before recovering to help Spain add the World Cup to their European triumph of two-years ago. 7Marc Cucurella: Drove forward on numerous occasions and went
  
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• 🏆 No Yamal: Golden Ball, Boot & Glove handed out

  20-07-2026 00:58 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 No Yamal: Golden Ball, Boot & Glove handed outSpain are world champions, while Messi’s dreams of defending the title were shattered after a 0-1 defeat to Yamal and Co. on the day of the final. Even before de la Fuente’s team were handed the World Cup trophy, the individual awards had been announced. Best PlayerThe award for best player went to a newly crowned world champion. City midfielder Rodri was presented with the coveted Golden Ball. Best Young Play
  
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• Lionel Messi leaves World Cup final in tears as Argentina future hangs in balance

  20-07-2026 00:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain and Argentina went into extra time to decide a winner, and it was Spain that came away with the 1-0 victory. The loss for Argentina means that the international football future of Lionel Messi is officially uncertain.The legendary player has entertained the idea that the 2026 World Cup would be his last, but has not made a definitive statement on his international soccer future. Messi has now played in six World Cups and has scored 21 goals in the tournament in his tenure. After the loss t
  
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• 2026 World Cup award winners: Golden Boot, Golden Ball, Best Young Player, Golden Glove

  20-07-2026 00:57 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe will take home the 2026 World Cup Golden Boot after scoring 10 goals in France's eight games, while Rodri has been crowned the tournament's best player and awarded the Golden Ball after Spain beat Argentina in the final.SPAIN 1-0 ARGENTINA — Recap, highlights | Player ratingsLionel Messi came up two goals and one game short of likely sweeping the top awards at 39 years old.2026 World Cup Golden Boot winnerKylian Mbappe — 10 goals
  Lionel Messi — 8 goals
  Jude Bellin
  
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• President Donald Trump booed by crowd at World Cup final before handing out medals, trophies

  20-07-2026 00:56 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  United States President Donald Trump was a prominent presence in the World Cup trophy presentation — not necessarily to the delight of the crowd. After Spain defeated Argentina in the final on Sunday, Trump was among the dignitaries on stage to present the teams with their medals and trophies.Shortly after the match, the president entered the stadium with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Trump was booed as he walked out of the tunnel and made his way to the temporary stage.President Trump
  
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• Lionel Messi brought to tears as final World Cup ends in bitter defeat

  20-07-2026 00:52 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Tears rolled down Lionel Messi’s face as he watched the Argentina fans following the World Cup final defeat to Spain. Messi, 39, is yet to confirm his future plans but the expectation is that one of the greatest to grace the game has played his final World Cup before retirement. The Argentina captain was left frustrated as Spain dominated the final, with the European champions winning 1-0 thanks to Ferran Torres’ goal after extra time. Argentina's Lionel Messi shakes hands with US Pr
  
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• Trump booed after presenting Spain with World Cup and joining trophy lift

  20-07-2026 00:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Donald Trump was booed after joining captain Rodri on the podium as Spain lifted the World Cup 2026 trophy after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra-time in the final.The US president attended the blockbuster match at MetLife Stadium, sitting alongside Fifa president Gianni Infantino to take in the contest.Trump could be seen behind bullet-proof glass at the MetLife Stadium, with First Lady Melania Trump and Barron Trump also sitting alongside him for the game.Spain v Argentina LIVE: Ugly scenes
  
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• 💔 Messi loses his second World Cup final! These scenes are heartbreaking

  20-07-2026 00:49 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💔 Messi loses his second World Cup final! These scenes are heartbreakingArgentina had to admit defeat to Spain in the World Cup final. Despite winning the title four years ago, Lionel Messi is experiencing this bitter moment for the second time. Back in 2014, he already had to watch Germany lift the World Cup trophy into the air. Now, against Spain, it was a repeat of that nightmare for La Pulga. After the final whistle in New York, tears flowed. 📸 Carl Recine - 2026 Ge
  
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• 🤬 Paredes loses it: grabs E. Garcia by the throat, brawl, red 🟥

  20-07-2026 00:48 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🤬 Paredes loses it: grabs E. Garcia by the throat, brawl, red 🟥At the end of the World Cup final, there were not only beautiful moments like the one between Messi and Yamal, because part of the Albiceleste bench lost their heads.Right after the final whistle, a brawl immediately broke out, which led to the sending-off of Leandro Paredes, who had come on in the second half and was immediately booked for a retaliatory foul. After the defeat, he went after Eric Garcia, putting a han
  
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• World Cup final player ratings: 9/10 for architect of Spain triumph but Argentina villain gets 3/10

  20-07-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain are world champions after a dominant win over Argentina in the final of the 2026 World Cup, with Ferran Torres giving La Roja a famous win in New Jersey.Both sides played out a scrappy first half, and though Spain were dominant as they stifled the holders, neither side could fashion a clear-cut chance, save for one early effort from Lamine Yamal that was blocked by Lisandro Martinez. The second half played out in similar fashion, with Argentina failing to have a shot in 90 minutes before E
  
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• 📸 Messi in tears, then a hug with Yamal, the photos are historic

  20-07-2026 00:33 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📸 Messi in tears, then a hug with Yamal, the photos are historicSpain-Argentina's showdown on the pitch delivered images and scenes destined to go down in football history.Messi’s last World Cup, Yamal’s first triumph, and Paredes’ usual fury.📸 Messi-Yamal embrace and tears: it’s historyLeo Messi ended his World Cup in tears, lying on the ground while Spain celebrated. An incredibly powerful and symbolic image. More tears for Messi after receiving the silv
  
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• 😂 Feeling sad, Messi? Social media erupts as Argentina finish second

  20-07-2026 00:32 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  😂 Feeling sad, Messi? Social media erupts as Argentina finish secondSpain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time this Sunday (19) and were crowned champions of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.La Furia’s second world title (2010 and 2026) sparked celebrations across social media.Phrases like "good won" were common in the posts.And Messi, of course, the biggest name in world football today, even raising some "doubt" over whether he would surpass King Pelé as the "greatest player of all time
  
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• Fulham preparing for next chapter as historic rise continues following season double

  20-07-2026 00:30 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Fulham preparing for next chapter as historic rise continues following season doubleFulham Women are making history. As the curtain came down on the 2025/26 season, Steve Jaye’s side ended with a domestic double, winning Division One South East – in the fourth tier of the pyramid – and the Capital Cup. A second league title in as many seasons means Fulham have now secured back-to-back promotions. The team’s 47-game unbeaten league streak stretches over three seasons.Despi
  
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• Spain vs Argentina player ratings: Who shined brightest in 2026 World Cup final?

  20-07-2026 00:27 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain are World Cup winners for the second time in their history after dominating Argentina in the 2026 final in a way that perhaps we will never see in a major tournament final ever again.SPAIN 1-0 ARGENTINA — Recap, highlightsArgentina didn't attempt their first shot of the game until the 117th minute — 27 minutes into stoppage time, after they had finally gone behind. Spain's defensive and possession dominance was well chronicled during this tournament, but somehow they seemed to
  
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• 📊 Yamal king, historic defence and finals 👎🏻: all Spain-Argentina records

  20-07-2026 00:25 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  📊 Yamal king, historic defence and finals 👎🏻: all Spain-Argentina recordsSpain are World Champions after dominating Argentina and breaking the deadlock in the 106th minute thanks to a goal from Ferran Torres.It is a second triumph for La Roja, who once again prove ruthless in World Cup finals: two appearances, two wins, and a second star to wear on their chest. It was also a record-breaking night for Spain, who became the first national team to win the European Championsh
  
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• Rodri ever the maestro as Argentina's street fighters fail to ruin Spain's World Cup-winning symphony

  20-07-2026 00:23 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY — Spain and Argentina's 2026 World Cup Final devolved into a bunch of street fighters at the symphony, and La Roja's maestro kept his head with loads of pep in his step.Maybe we should capitalize the p in Pep.MORE — Messi passes the baton to fantastic YamalRodri and his Spanish team absolutely shut down Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina well before the Albiceste went down to 10 men in New Jersey, falling 1-0 at MetLife Stadium on Sunday.We're
  
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• Lamine Yamal shines in World Cup final as Lionel Messi passes the baton

  20-07-2026 00:21 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  NEW YORK — The passing of the baton from Lionel Messi to Lamine Yamal took place in the 2026 World Cup final on Sunday, as Spain deservedly beat Argentina and their teenage hero played a starring role.The apprentice outplayed his master on the biggest stage of all. Yamal went to Messi and embraced him at the final whistle and the respect between them is huge.MORE — Rodri dominates for SpainBut as Messi is set to depart, Yamal is now the star set to dominate the next two decades of th
  
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• Spain break Italy unbeaten record with 38 games, but Argentina leave Azzurri’s World Cup advantage

  20-07-2026 00:20 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain break Italy unbeaten record with 38 games, but Argentina leave Azzurri’s World Cup advantageSpain have broken Italy’s record of 37 unbeaten games in a row, but Argentina’s defeat means two Azzurri World Cup achievements remain intact.Whatever the result this evening in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium would mean bad news for the Nazionale and its history books.It went all the way to extra time, where Ferran Torres eventually broke down 10-man Argentina to give Spain the
  
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• Leandro Paredes sent off after final whistle as Argentina’s World Cup ends with punches and in disgrace

  20-07-2026 00:19 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Argentina’s World Cup ended with punches thrown and the former champions left in disgrace following a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the final. There were chaotic scenes after the full-time whistle in New Jersey as the Spain substitutes ran onto the pitch to celebrate victory. Nahuel Molina, the Argentina defender, appeared to swing a punch into the stomach of a Spain player as he ran past him onto the field. Then, there was a violent clash involving midfielder Leandro Paredes, who was pictured sh
  
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• Spain crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after extra-time win over Argentina

  20-07-2026 00:15 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Spain crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after extra-time win over ArgentinaSpain were crowned the 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in a tense final at the MetLife Stadium on Sunday.Spain started the game on the front foot and nearly took the lead in the fifth minute when Lamine Yamal combined with Dani Olmo, but the Barcelona forward’s effort was blocked.Argentina quickly responded with a chance of their own. Julian Alvarez played in Lionel M
  
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• 💡 Check out the updated World Cup winners ranking

  20-07-2026 00:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  💡 Check out the updated World Cup winners rankingSpain were crowned two-time world champions this Sunday (19) after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time.The 2026 FIFA World Cup title puts La Furia on a "higher level" in the champions' ranking.+ Yellow card for Argentina sends social media into a frenzy 😂+ The final's controversy: disallowed Spain goal OUTRAGES social media 🎥As for La Albiceleste, despite being the defending champions, they suffered their second W
  
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• 🏆 Check out the updated ranking of World Cup champions

  20-07-2026 00:11 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  🏆 Check out the updated ranking of World Cup championsSpain were crowned two-time world champions this Sunday (19) after beating Argentina 1-0 in extra time.The 2026 FIFA World Cup title puts La Furia on a "higher level" in the champions ranking.+ Yellow card for Argentina sends social media into a frenzy 😂+ The final's controversy: disallowed Spain goal OUTRAGES social media 🎥The Albiceleste, meanwhile, despite being the current champions, are left to endure th
  
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• Mbappe first to win World Cup Golden Boot twice

  20-07-2026 00:08 via sports.yahoo.com
  
  Kylian Mbappe was part of the France side which won the World Cup in 2018 [Getty Images]Kylian Mbappe has become the first player to win the World Cup Golden Boot twice after earning the award for top scorer at the 2026 tournament.The France forward netted 10 goals in eight games to edge out Lionel Messi in a high-quality race.Having struck eight times to finish top scorer at Qatar 2022, Mbappe has won the Golden Boot in back-to-back World Cups.The 27-year-old was the first man to reach double f
  
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