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Spain and Argentina face off in the 2026 World Cup final with Trump attending and record $15bn revenue, while England finishes third and debates managerial future.

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Key Points

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Spain and Argentina compete in the 2026 World Cup final with kick-off at 3pm EST/8pm BST, featuring a star-studded halftime show with Shakira, Madonna, and BTS performances.

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President Trump confirmed to attend the World Cup final, marking significant political presence at the tournament's marquee event.

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Fifa announces record $15 billion World Cup revenue, shattering previous expectations with hospitality and secondary ticket markets driving unprecedented financial success.

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England secured third place at the 2026 World Cup, with captain Harry Kane backing manager Thomas Tuchel to learn from the pressures of leading the national team.

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England's Nations League games highlighted as crucial by Kane following the team's tournament exit, emphasizing their importance for future preparation.

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Fifa faces criticism from the Council of Europe for providing an 'open door to fraud' through betting deals with prediction market companies, citing inconsistent rule enforcement like the Balogun reprieve.

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USA World Cup hosting receives mixed reviews with strong marks for stadium atmosphere but failing grades for ticket affordability and accessibility for fans.

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The 2026 World Cup produced notable cult heroes including players like Vozinha and Spence, continuing the tournament tradition of unexpected fan favorites emerging during the competition.

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England's squad ratings show mixed performances across the 24 players who appeared at the tournament, with goalkeeper Jordan Pickford facing questions about decisions in key matches.

SOURCES32 articles · 5 outlets
theguardian.com16 articles
bbc.co.uk10 articles
fia.com1 article
gomotorsport.net1 article
news.bbc.co.uk4 articles