Were Argentina under more pressure than usual in World Cup final? Lionel Messi’s tunnel pep talks fuel fan theories – WATCH | Football News

Lionel Messi’s pep talks during World Cup final spark theories. (Video grabs) Fresh footage of Lionel Messi‘s pre-match and half-time team talks has reignited debate over whether Argentina entered the 2026 FIFA World Cup final carrying more baggage than just the weight of defending their title.The newly surfaced videos, recorded inside the dressing room and…

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‘I’m so sorry, I truly tried my best’: Emiliano Martinez apologises, hints at Argentina retirement | Football News

Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the World Cup final against Spain. (AP Photo) Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano “Dibu” Martinez has hinted that his international career could be nearing its end after issuing an emotional apology following Argentina’s heartbreaking 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.The 33-year-old, one of the architects of…

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How long will Argentina vs Spain World Cup final be paused for halftime show? FIFA’s full plan revealed | Football News

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Friday, June 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner) The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is set to break from the traditional rhythm of a football match, with the…

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Will Argentina stars miss World Cup final under FIFA rules? Decision looms over Falklands banner celebration | Football News

Argentina’s Giovani Lo Celso, right, holds a banner with the words “The Malvinas are Argentine”, referring to the Falkland Islands, at the end of the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Argentina’s place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final has been overshadowed…

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FIFA forced to ask IFAB for one-off rule exception ahead of World Cup final as detailed halftime timings revealed | Football News

FIFA President Gianni Infantino attends the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Paraguay in Inglewood, Calif., near Los Angeles, Friday, June 12, 2026. (AP Photo/Andre Penner) The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is set to break from the traditional rhythm of a football match, with the…

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‘You had one job’: Bizarre referee mistake leaves France vs Spain World Cup semi-final in awkward pause | Football News

An assistant referee hands referee Ivan Barton of El Salvador the vanishing spray during a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) The 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final between France and Spain produced several refereeing talking points before Spain eventually secured…

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‘I don’t want to be a sore loser… but’: France manager questions if referee was good enough for World Cup semi-final | Football News

France head coach Didier Deschamps gives an interview on the pitch at the the end of the World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Tuesday, July 14, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) France’s 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign ended in disappointment on Tuesday night as Spain secured a composed…

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Lamine Yamal scripts European football history after France win with record no one has ever matched | Football News

Spain’s Lamine Yamal (19) reacts during the World Cup round of 16 soccer match between Portugal and Spain in Arlington, Texas, near Dallas, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez) Spain’s march into the 2026 FIFA World Cup final has produced another remarkable milestone for teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. La Roja’s 2-0 victory over France…

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