The World Cup final became much more than a soccer game. It featured a star-packed halftime show, Donald Trump on the trophy stage, and an extra-time win by Spain.

From the viral photo of Lionel Messi with baby Lamine Yamal to Donald Trump's presence and the NFL-style half-time show.

Gianni Infantino closed the World Cup by praising the president at Trump Tower while Leo Messi and company were at Fanatics Fest.

Why will nobody in power realise that football is supposed to be the star turn at a football match?

FIFA President Gianni Infantino hailed the expanded 2026 World Cup as a global success, citing record attendance and unity ahead of the Argentina-Spain final.

The 2026 World Cup final features Trump, Messi, and a star-studded halftime show but zero crypto sponsors, signaling a structural retreat from sports

US President Donald Trump was one of the central figures off the pitch at the 2026 World Cup final, co-hosting alongside FIFA President Gianni Infantino the trophy presentation to…

The 2026 World Cup concluded as a triumph, overcoming initial concerns about high prices and geopolitical tensions. Thrilling football and a strong feel-good factor captivated…

The unprecedented decision to extend the FIFA World Cup final’s half-time to nearly 30 minutes has rattled some fans and industry figures. But that isn’t stopping FIFA from trying…

US President Donald Trump brushed off FIFA president Gianni Infantino's efforts to gently guide him off stage after Spain beat Argentina in the World Cup final Sunday, lingering…

US President Donald Trump is expected to join the trophy presentation, while Post Malone, Jennifer Hudson, Justin Bieber, Shakira, BTS will perform at halftime.

White House FIFA Task Force head Andrew Giuliani said we're not just talking about amazing games, but "all these incredible, incredible cultural moments.”

For the White House, Sunday’s match is the culmination of well over a year of navigating a litany of logistical challenges alongside co-hosts Canada and Mexico for what would be…

Popular streamer IShowSpeed kickstarted the World Cup final blockbuster with a surprise appearance in the FIFA closing ceremony following a morning of chaos in the buildup to the…

Glitz, gold and global beats light up MetLife Stadium as FIFA’s World Cup 2026 final ceremony features IShowSpeed, Post Malone and Swae Lee before Spain vs Argentina

The FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina featured a pregame entertainment ceremony and the tournament’s first halftime show Sunday, bringing a Super Bowl-style…

Trump handed out various awards to match officials and players, before officially welcoming Spain's players up to the stage to lift the World Cup trophy in East Rutherford.

Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in a fairly forgettable World Cup final after extra-time and were handed the coveted trophy by the President of the United States Donald Trump

EAST RUTHERFORD, New Jersey: US President Donald Trump grabbed a share of the spotlight at the World Cup final on Sunday (Jul 19), staying on stage with winners Spain as they…

Football appeared a sideshow for much of the last afternoon of a tournament nurtured to indulge the cult of the individual

President Donald Trump presented Spain with the World Cup 2026 trophy after its victory over Argentina on Sunday, declaring the tournament showed the United States had become "a…