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Girlfriend congratulates Yamal on World Cup victory

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Social media star Ines Garcia joined the celebration on the field and posted photos congratulating Lamine Yamal, after her boyfriend, two years her junior, won the 2026 World Cup final with Spain against Argentina.

Yamal comforts Messi after 2026 World Cup victory

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The 19-year-old forward Lamine Yamal patted Lionel Messi's back, consoling him after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final.

Messi criticized as 'childish' for demanding Cucurella's red card

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Argentina captain Lionel Messi demanded referee and VAR intervention after Spain defender Marc Cucurella covered his mouth while speaking during the 2026 World Cup final.

Five intriguing coincidences in the 2026 World Cup final

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The 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain features five intriguing coincidences related to their playing history and individual players.

Why does Messi prefer diagonal passes?

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At the 2026 World Cup, Lionel Messi increasingly drifts into spaces on the right wing, especially towards the end of matches, fully utilizing his favored diagonal passing trajectory.

'Mr. Unbeaten' of Argentina at the World Cup

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According to Opta statistics, midfielder Alexis Mac Allister is the player who has played the most matches at the World Cup without experiencing defeat.

Player dropped from England squad still awarded medal

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Despite being excluded from the official playing roster, goalkeeper Jason Steele was invited by England players to the podium to receive a 2026 World Cup bronze medal.

Iniesta: "You cannot win the World Cup with just one person"

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Former Spain midfielder Andres Iniesta believes collective strength is the decisive factor for success in the World Cup final against Argentina.

Messi once dreamed of a World Cup final against Spain

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More than 20 years after expressing his desire to play a World Cup final against Spain, Lionel Messi's dream is finally realized at the 2026 tournament.

Yamal and Cucurella's promises ahead of Argentina clash

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Marc Cucurella pledges to retire from international football, while Lamine Yamal promises to grow a beard for three weeks if Spain defeats Argentina to win the World Cup.

Why Lamine Yamal's father will miss the 2026 World Cup

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Due to epilepsy, Mounir Nasraoui will watch his son Lamine Yamal compete in the 2026 World Cup final from home to safeguard his health.

Ticket prices for World Cup third-place match plummet

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England and France players show little enthusiasm for the 2026 World Cup third-place match, leading to a sharp decrease in ticket prices – even cheaper than many group stage games.

Tuchel: 'England's problem is identity, not tactics'

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Coach Thomas Tuchel believes England's semi-final defeat to Argentina at the 2026 World Cup stemmed from inherent limitations in "English football DNA" rather than their tactical system.

FIFA to award championship rings to World Cup winners for the first time

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In addition to the Golden Cup and medals, the 2026 World Cup champion will receive championship rings for the first time, a symbol familiar in American sports.

England and France both reluctant to compete for third place

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England coach Thomas Tuchel and French newspaper L'Equipe downplay the importance of the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff in Miami.

Argentina's subdued celebrations as team awaits World Cup final

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Argentine players briefly celebrated with fans and family after defeating England, then quickly returned to training to prepare for the 2026 World Cup final.

Ibrahimovic: 'Spain will dominate Argentina in the World Cup final'

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Former striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic sees Spain as potential champions, but Thierry Henry believes no one dares underestimate a team with Lionel Messi.