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Roberto Ayala apologised for shoving Spain's Dani Olmo after Argentina's World Cup final defeat, as FIFA opens a disciplinary investigation into the brawl.

The Great American Sleepover charmed World Cup visitors this summer, but visa bans and political friction kept undercutting the goodwill.

PV Sindhu becomes the first Indian to win the Japan Open title, beating Akane Yamaguchi in Sunday's final at Tokyo.

Argentina and Spain face off in their first ever World Cup final, with Messi chasing history against 19 year old Lamine Yamal.

Argentina rallied from two goals down to beat Egypt 3-2, with Messi scoring his eighth goal and Fernández heading in the 93rd minute winner.

Argentina face Egypt in Atlanta as Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup ends and Kylian Mbappe hits back at racist remarks from a Paraguayan senator.

Canada face Morocco in the World Cup round of 16, with the co hosts chasing their best ever finish and a quarterfinal spot against France or Paraguay.

Germany's football federation is set to open talks with Juergen Klopp after Julian Nagelsmann quit following a shock World Cup exit to Paraguay.

Harry Kane scored twice, including a header that tied Pelé's World Cup record, as England beat Congo DR 2-1 in the round of 32.

Portugal faces Croatia in Toronto on July 2, while Argentina meets debutants Cape Verde in Miami Gardens on July 3 in World Cup knockout action.

Colombia held Portugal 0-0 in Miami on June 28, topping Group K on 7 points. Messi vs Ronaldo can now only happen if both reach the July 19 World Cup Final.

FIFA World Cup 2026 is the most expensive ever, with flights, hotels, and tickets pushing out lower income fans as wealthier supporters find ways to keep attending.