'Chaos v calm' - Sutton's World Cup final and third-place predictions

BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton makes his prediction for Spain against Argentina in the World Cup final, and the bronze final between France and England.

Climate Change Contributes to Rising Share of Wildfire Smoke Deaths

Wildfire smoke is linked to tens of thousands of deaths a year, a number that is rising with climate change.

By Raymond Zhong

America’s great World Cup

Despite predictions of disaster, the tournament in the US has been a great success

Canada wildfire smoke triggers US health alerts ahead of World Cup final

Detroit and Chicago posted 'hazardous' air quality readings Friday, the world's worst according to tracker IQAir, as officials said the smoke could thicken again before Sunday's final in New York.

Goooool v goal: English speakers flock to Telemundo for lively World Cup coverage

The Spanish-language broadcaster has won over millions of US viewers with its energetic commentary during games Soccer fans looking to watch the 2026 World Cup on US television have been presented with two very different options this tournament. The first is Fox One, a cousin of Fox News owned by the same parent company and the sole network airing matches in English in the US. Audiences tuning in to Fox, which acquired the exclusive English broadcast rights in 2015, are met with coverage that...

By Nick Robins-Early

Move over, Super Bowl? There's an even bigger – and splashier – World Cup halftime show coming

The show, which will begin somewhere around 3:45 PM ET, will air in the U.S. on Fox, Fox One and in Spanish on Telemundo, as well as on the Fox Sports app and streaming in Spanish on Peacock. It's expected to run for about 11 minutes.

By Anastasia Tsioulcas

FIFA, White House monitoring impact of Canada wildfires ahead of World Cup final: sources

FIFA and the White House are discussing air quality concerns ahead of the World Cup final as wildfire smoke from Canada blankets the region.

Stop 'chirping' about wildfire smoke and send help like Canada has, Ford tells Republican politicians

Ontario Premier Doug Ford says American politicians need to stop complaining about the wildfire smoke that's drifting over the border and do the right thing by sending help — like Canada has done when U.S. states were struck by recent natural disasters.

Canada wildfires: Smoke choking major US cities

Air quality warnings have been issued in major US cities due to dense wildfire smoke from Canada. FIFA World Cup organizers are "monitoring closely" the smoky conditions.

World Cup: 2026 tournament "repackaged football as a luxury product"

🏆⚽"I don't think there's been a tournament quite like this." David Webber tells #F24Debate this "celebrity-driven" #FIFAWorldCup has "repackaged football as a luxury product", driving up ticket demand and prices ➡️https://go.france24.com/85Xw

By FRANCE24

Ranch dressing and stuffed raccoons: Some of the World Cup’s biggest winners as Spain and Argentina face off in the final

As the World Cup wraps up, the off-field battle for eyeballs, ad dollars and viral fame has already crowned some champions

By Weston Blasi

Calls for Spain to train indoors ahead of World Cup final as wildfire smoke engulfs New Jersey

It remains unclear how much, if at all, the smoke will affect the final, experts say

By Stephen Whyno

Where Wildfire Smoke Is The Worst Right Now—And What To Do About It - Forbes

Where Wildfire Smoke Is The Worst Right Now—And What To Do About It  Forbes

Argentines and Spaniards face divided loyalties ahead of Spain-Argentina World Cup final

Argentines and Spaniards have long been united by blood ties and a relationship of mutual admiration, but the World Cup final between these two Spanish-speaking nations has placed many of them at a crossroads: Should they support La Furia or La Albiceleste on Sunday? “It feels like being caught between a rock and a hard place,” admitted Juan Manuel Posada, a 75-year-old Spaniard originally from Asturias who settled in Buenos Aires in 1968. The clash in New Jersey will mark the first All-Spa...

By DÉBORA REY

Scott Stinson: Doug Ford blasts ‘insulting’ wildfire ‘chirping’ from U.S. politicians complaining about smoke

'Maybe what you should do instead of complaining is send help, because we have done the exact same thing for our American friends,' Ford said

By Scott Stinson

Erling Haaland's net worth soars after 2026 World Cup as global fame boosts fortune

Erling Haaland heads into the post-2026 World Cup period with a net worth of approximately $100 million, backed by $80 million in annual earnings, a $30 million real estate portfolio, and brand deals with Nike, Breitling, and Beats by Dre. Forbes ranks him the fourth highest-paid player at the tournament. The World Cup supercharged his social media presence, with nearly 29 million new Instagram followers in six weeks, pushing his audience past 69 million and raising his estimated earnings per...

By PRANTIK PRABAL ROY

First-Ever World Cup Halftime Show Is an “Action-Packed 11 Minutes,” Says FIFA Producer

"The expected viewing figures on Sunday are going to be enormous, like probably the most viewed match of all time," Guy Carrington says.

By Ethan Millman

Hazardous air quality hits FIFA World Cup 2026 final as smog engulfs New York-New Jersey

Ava Max Scores: The Pop Star on the World Cup, Her Favorite ABBA Song, and More

The singer talks about her thrilling single "Energy" at the opening night of FIFA House in NYC

By Angie Martoccio

In Lamine Yamal's old neighbourhood, World Cup final against Messi brings pride

The pitch where Spain forward Lamine Yamal honed his skills in a working-class, multi-ethnic neighbourhood outside Barcelona was buzzing with life on Thursday as locals looked ahead with pride to the World Cup final against Lionel Messi’s Argentina. “Now that the moment has come when the two of them are going to play against each other, it’s incredible,” said Keba, an 18-year-old Senegalese resident, referring to Barcelona forward Lamine Yamal’s well-known admiration for Messi. Messi, 39, enj...

By none@none.com (Reuters)

World Cup winners to receive US-style championship rings

The winners of Sunday’s World Cup final between Spain and Argentina will receive championship rings in addition to the trophy and gold medals, FIFA said, introducing an American sporting tradition to its flagship tournament for the first time. FIFA said 30 bespoke rings would be presented to the winning team following the final at New […]

Bosnia's World Cup run sparked collective healing, says epigenetics expert

As Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced its football fairytale at the FIFA World Cup, emotions swept through stadiums, city squares, homes and social me

'Inclusive' World Cup falls short as some fans shut out, rights groups say

Wildfire smoke blankets Midwest, parts of Northeast

Over 120 million people were at risk of dangerous air quality

By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US

The Cure’s Robert Smith Blasts FIFA’s World Cup Final Half-Time Show: ‘Please Just F— Off’

Madonna, BTS, Shakira and Justin Bieber will appear in Sunday's (July 19) first-ever show, curated by Coldplay's Chris Martin.

By Thomas Smith

Trump To Attend World Cup Final

Trump To Attend World Cup Final Authored by Zachary Stieber via The Epoch Times, President Donald Trump plans to attend the final game of the 2026 World Cup, the White House said on July 16. Trump was traveling on Friday to New York City to attend a FIFA reception at Trump Tower, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters in Washington. He is then slated to take in the Spain–Argentina final on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. “His attendance will cap ...

By Tyler Durden

Robbie Williams shares new version of Official Fifa Anthem ‘Desire’ featuring Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini ahead of World Cup final

The three of them will play the song together live for the first time at the closing ceremony The post Robbie Williams shares new version of Official Fifa Anthem ‘Desire’ featuring Nicole Scherzinger and Laura Pausini ahead of World Cup final appeared first on NME.

By Liberty Dunworth

Jump Trading Doubles Team to Ride Record Prediction Market Boom

As prediction markets draw record trading around events like the World Cup, Jump Trading Group is betting the once-niche contracts are becoming a lasting corner of Wall Street.

By Justina Lee, Ira Boudway

As Argentina Celebrates World Cup Revenge Over England, Milei Is Literally Auctioning Off the Country

Whatever one might say about the 2026 World Cup, it has been eventful. Controversial, yes, downright dystopian at times, and quite possibly rigged, but eventful.

By Nick Corbishley

Attempted burglary at Yamal's home after World Cup triumph - The Daily Star

Attempted burglary at Yamal's home after World Cup triumph  The Daily Star

Louis Vuitton unveils bespoke trunk for 2026 World Cup trophy

The FIFA World Cup trophy will arrive at the 2026 final in signature style after Louis Vuitton unveiled the bespoke trunk that will carry football's most coveted prize to New...

Stephen King's Single Location Horror Movie Haunts Global Streaming Charts 19 Years Later

Stephen King’s books and stories have been adapted numerous times over the years, and one of them is seeing renewed success on the streaming charts.

By Jeff Dodge

Lionel Messi was their hero; now they’ll face him in the World Cup final

On Sunday Argentina's captain will face a generation of Spanish players who grew up idolizing him La entrada Lionel Messi was their hero; now they’ll face him in the World Cup final se publicó primero en Buenos Aires Herald.

By Fernando Romero Nuñez

All you need to know about World Cup final referee Slavko Vinčić

Learn everything about Slavko Vinčić, the Slovenian referee appointed to officiate the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. Read More: https://punchng.com/all-you-need-to-know-about-world-cup-final-referee-slavko-vincic/

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Dutch gambling authority reprimands Vbet for illegal World Cup bets

The Dutch Gambling Authority imposed a formal warning on the gambling website Vbet. According to the regulator, Vbet offered illegal betting options during the World Cup.

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Full list: Yamal misses training, other players injured ahead of 2026 World Cup final

Spain winger Lamine Yamal missed his team's first training session in New Jersey as preparations intensified for Sunday's 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina. The post Full list: Yamal misses training, other players injured ahead of 2026 World Cup final appeared first on Vanguard News.

By efosataiwo@vanguardngr.com

Trump to attend World Cup final as Argentina face Spain

President Donald Trump will attend Sunday’s FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed the plans during a briefing on Thursday. The match will feature Spain against Argentina. Leavitt described the upcoming appearance as “a fitting conclusion to a tournament that showcased America’s ability […]

By Ebenezer Afanyi Dadzie