FIFA will award bespoke championship rings to the 2026 World Cup winners for the first time, with 30 rings reserved for the champions and 1,996 made available to fans worldwide.

FIFA introduces championship rings for 2026 World Cup winners

Following England's semifinal defeat to Argentina, Jude Bellingham clarified that his viral exchange with Lionel Messi was simply a reflection of the match's intensity and not a personal confrontation.

FIFA 2026: Jude Bellingham opens up on fiery exchange with Lionel Messi in WC semi-final

Pele's iconic 1958 FIFA World Cup final jersey has sold for USD 4.9 million at a US auction, making it the second most expensive sports jersey ever auctioned.

Pele's 1958 FIFA World Cup final shirt sells for record USD 4.9 million

No sitting Argentina president has watched the team play in person since 1990. The reason is erstwhile President Carlos Menem visting the team ahead of 1990 FIFA World Cup opening game which Argentina lost to Cameroon.

FIFA 2026 | 'Superstitious' Argentina president Javier Milei will not attend world cup final against Spain

The raging wildfires in neighbouring Canada is causing the drop in air qaulity of New York area. Smoke has filled the sky, but the situation is not as bad as in 2023 when the skies turned orange because of the Canadien wildfires.

FIFA 2026 | Canada wildfires cause New York area air quality to deteriorate ahead of final

Starmer watched the match while travelling to Ukraine on his final overseas trip while in office and was not happy with how Argentina players waved "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" tranlating to "The Falklands are Argentine."

FIFA 2026 | Outgoing UK PM Starmer wants FIFA to act against Argentina players displaying 'Falkland' banner

Spain eased fears over Lamine Yamal's fitness after he trained separately before the FIFA World Cup final against Lionel Messi's Argentina

Lamine Yamal injury scare before FIFA World Cup final? Spain issues big fitness update ahead of Argentina clash

Donald Trump will attend the Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup final after the White House confirmed his visit. He is expected to present the trophy

Donald Trump to attend Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 final, White House confirms

England face France in the World Cup third-place play-off as Golden Boot hopes, historic third place, squad rotation and elite football take center stage

England vs France: 4 reasons why you shouldn't ignore the FIFA World Cup third-place play-off clash

Lionel Messi dedicated Argentina's dramatic World Cup semifinal victory over England to the late Diego Maradona, saying the football icon would be "enjoying it from up above" as the team secured a place in the final.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi dedicates Argentina's win over England to Diego Maradona

Lionel Messi and the Argentina national football team returned to their team hotel after securing a thrilling 2-1 victory over England in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal. The reigning world champions booked their place in a second consecutive World Cup final with a memorable comeback victory, sparking celebrations among fans in Buenos Aires and around the world. Argentina, led by head coach Lionel Scaloni and captain Lionel Messi, will now face Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final at New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. The highly anticipated clash will be the first World Cup final between the South American champions and the European champions.

Lionel Messi and Argentina return to the team hotel after 2-1 win over England

England player Jude Bellingham, architect of his side's win in the last two knockout matches, lost his cool and tapped an Argentina player on the back of his head after the final whistle.

FIFA 2026 | Bellingham loses cool, taps Argentine player on head after loss - WATCH

The two cuntries have a long and fierce football rivalry which started in 1962 and hit its peak in 1986. In 1982, Argentina and England were involved in a war over the control of Falknad Islands.

FIFA 2026 | Argentina wave 'Malvinas' banner and FIFA might reprimand them for it

Quirno said the Medway, which is based in the Falkland Islands, is accused of violating bilateral agreements in a July 13-dated diplomatic note of protest submitted to the United Kingdom's embassy in Buenos Aires.

FIFA 2026 | Tensions near Falkland Islands after Argentina beat England in world cup semis

Lionel Messi masterminds a dramatic 2-1 semifinal win over England, putting Argentina one step away from historic back-to-back World Cup titles.

‘The Story Never Ends’: Messi hails Argentina’s character after booking World Cup final berth

"It's not enough at this level." A gutted Harry Kane reacts to England's late World Cup semifinal collapse against Argentina and discusses his international future.

'It's not enough at this level': Gutted Harry Kane rues England's late collapse in semifinal defeat

Thomas Tuchel insists he has "no regrets" over his tactics and defensive substitutions after England’s dramatic 2-1 World Cup semifinal loss to Argentina.

Thomas Tuchel defends tactics after England World Cup dream ends in Argentina loss

Lionel Messi assists twice as defending champions Argentina beat England 2-1 in a late-game World Cup thriller. Argentina face Spain in the 2026 final.

Argentina beat England 2-1 in second semifinal, book final berth against Spain

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Argentina and England are set to clash in a blockbuster semi-final at Atlanta Stadium. All eyes will be on Lionel Messi and Harry Kane as the two football giants fight for a place in the final.

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Argentina beat England 2-1 to reach final

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Lautaro Martínez puts Argentina ahead

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Enzo Fernández equalises

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Argentina press after England take lead

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: GOAL for England

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: 0-0 after half time in Atlanta 

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Roller-coaster half hour 

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: 0-0 after 20 minutes in Atlanta

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Chaotic first 10 minutes

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Action gets underway in Atlanta

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Rodrigo De Paul misses starting XI

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Lionel Messi arrives at Mercedes Benz Stadium

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Harry Kane's record in WC

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Starting XIs

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Messi's record in WC knockouts

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: Head-to-head in WC

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: When and where to watch

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Live Updates: The world awaits big game

Argentina vs England, FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final Highlights: Argentina beat England to reach final

Atlanta will have enhanced security measures in place to prevent any possible crowd trouble between fans.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta on high alert ahead of Argentina vs England semi-final

Norway may have suffered a disappointing FIFA World Cup 2026 exit, but Erling Haaland grabbed attention by returning home with a taxidermied raccoon holding a bottle of whiskey.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Norway's Erling Haaland returns home with a raccoon

As the crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 clash between Argentina and England approaches, here’s a look at the live streaming details for fans in India.

FIFA WC 2026, Argentina vs England SF: When and where to watch live streaming in India?

France, two-time consecutive finalists (2018 and 2022), were not able to score a single goal against Spain who have been clinical in the tournament ever since drawing their opening fixture against debutant Cape Verde. For Spain, Mikel Oyarzabal scored on a penalty un 22nd minute while Pedro Porro doubled the lead in 58th minute.

FIFA 2026 | Iran congratulates Spain for semi-final win and for 'standing on the right side of history'

Before winning it in 2022, Argentina had also won FIFA World Cup in 1986 but their first title came at home in 1978. Their maiden title win, however, had a Pakistan connection who had won the Hockey World Cup in the same year, also in Argentina.

FIFA 2026 | Argentina's maiden world cup win in 1978 has a Pakistan connection

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FIFA introduces championship rings for 2026 World Cup winners

FIFA 2026: Jude Bellingham opens up on fiery exchange with Lionel Messi

Pele's 1958 FIFA World Cup final shirt sells for record USD 4.9 million

FIFA 2026 | 'Superstitious' Argentina president Milei will not attend WC final

FIFA, Argentina vs Spain: New York area air quality deteriorates ahead of final

FIFA 2026 | Outgoing UK PM Starmer wants FIFA to act against Argentina players

Lamine Yamal injury scare before FIFA WC final? Spain issues big fitness update

Donald Trump to attend Spain vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 final: White House

FIFA WC 2026: Why England vs France is more than just a third-place play-off

FIFA WC 2026: Messi dedicates Argentina's win over England to Diego Maradona

Lionel Messi and Argentina return to the team hotel after 2-1 win over England

FIFA | WATCH - Bellingham loses cool, taps Argentine player on head after loss

FIFA 2026 | Argentina wave 'Malvinas' banner & FIFA might reprimand them for it

FIFA 2026 | Tensions near Falkland Islands after Argentina beat England in world cup semis

‘The Story Never Ends’: Messi hails Argentina’s character after beating England

'It's not enough at this level': Kane rues England's late collapse in semis loss

Tuchel defends tactics after England World Cup dream ends in Argentina loss

Argentina beat England 2-1 in second semifinal, book final berth against Spain

Argentina vs England, FIFA WC 2026 SF Highlights: Argentina reach final

FIFA WC 2026: Atlanta on high alert ahead of Argentina vs England semi-final

FIFA World Cup 2026: Norway's Erling Haaland returns home with a raccoon

FIFA WC 2026, Argentina vs England SF: Where to watch live streaming in India?

FIFA | Iran congratulates Spain for SF win, 'standing on right side of history'

FIFA 2026 | Argentina's maiden world cup win in 1978 has a Pakistan connection