The story so far
Spain beats France in World Cup semifinal
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Spain defeated France 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal, with goals from Mikel Oyarzabal (penalty) and Pedro Porro. France's Kylian Mbappe struggled, and controversy arose over a potential handball. Spain advanced to their first final since 2010.
How it unfolded
15 Jul 2026
Macron backs young France despite defeat
15 Jul 2026
Spain coach praises team as best in world
15 Jul 2026
Deschamps questions referee after loss
14 Jul 2026
Mbappe fails to score as France eliminated
14 Jul 2026
Spain beats France 2-0 in World Cup semifinal
What happened earlier
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Full story →Messi buys tickets for Cabo Verde keeper's family
Lionel Messi arranged tickets at his own expense for four family members of Cabo Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.
Messi purchased a large number of tickets during the tournament for people who could not afford to attend matches.
The gesture was revealed after the final by Argentine journalist Yanina Latorre.
Messi developed a warm relationship with Vozinha after Argentina defeated Cabo Verde 3-2 in the round-of-32.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →Riots Break Out In Argentina After FIFA World Cup 2026 Final Loss Against Spain. Police Takes Major Step
Riots erupted in Argentina after a 1-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.
The match took place on Monday.
Police have taken action in response to the unrest.
The incident follows Argentina's defeat in the championship game.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →WATCH: Spain players form guard of honour for Messi after World Cup win
Spain won the FIFA World Cup 2026 title after extra time against Argentina.
Ferran Torres scored the decisive goal for Spain.
Spain's players formed a guard of honour for Lionel Messi after the match.
This was Spain's second World Cup title.
Argentina's reign as champions ended with the loss.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →FIFA to probe Argentina after ugly World Cup final scenes against Spain: Report
FIFA opened a disciplinary investigation into Argentina for incidents during the World Cup final against Spain.
The investigation covers Leandro Paredes' red card and alleged clashes involving Nahuel Molina and Roberto Ayala.
Argentina's conduct during Spain's trophy presentation is also under review.
Earlier · 2d ago
Full story →Ramos comforts Messi after World Cup final loss
Argentina lost the 2026 World Cup final to Spain.
Spain dominated with pressing and airtight defense.
Sergio Ramos was seen consoling Lionel Messi after the match.
The gesture between the two players went viral online.