Barcelona President Reveals Why He is Supporting Yamal Over Messi for WC Final

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Barcelona President Reveals Why He is Supporting Yamal Over Messi for WC Final

Joan Laporta called Lionel Messi “the best player in football history,” but said “football is about cycles” and hopes Lamine Yamal “shines tomorrow” for Spain against Argentina. The Barcelona president said Messi “gave us everything” in Catalonia, but “for the future, it’s time” for the La Masia star to establish himself in the World Cup final on Sunday night.

By Nischay Rathore

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Lionel Messi Pens Emotional Letter for Argentinians Before World Cup Final

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Lionel Messi Pens Emotional Letter for Argentinians Before World Cup Final

Messi wrote to Argentinians before the World Cup final against Spain, saying the best part was “never just the titles, but the entire journey.” He thanked teammates, coaches and staff for keeping the team “as a family,” said they had enjoyed “every step,” and insisted the group has written “a story that we will never forget.”

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FIFA’s $15B World Cup Windfall Strengthens Gianni Infantino's Position

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FIFA’s $15B World Cup Windfall Strengthens Gianni Infantino's Position

FIFA is set to announce record $15 billion World Cup revenue, smashing its $11 billion projection after hospitality and secondary-market ticketing surged. The governing body reportedly takes 15% from buyers and sellers on resales, with final VIP packages listed at $34,500. The windfall could boost member associations and strengthen Infantino after a controversy-hit month around the tournament.

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Autistic Son's Needs Became Part of Negotiations for Marc Cucurella's Real Madrid Move

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Autistic Son's Needs Became Part of Negotiations for Marc Cucurella's Real Madrid Move

Cucurella’s Real Madrid move reportedly became a family-first decision, not a football one. Before agreeing, the Spanish full-back asked whether Madrid had schools, therapists and specialists for his autistic eldest son. He said progress at home means more than trophies, adding, “The first thing I do is check whether there are schools or therapies for him.”

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Kylian Mbappe Says France ‘Disrespected the Shirt’ in First Half Collapse Against England

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Kylian Mbappe Says France ‘Disrespected the Shirt’ in First Half Collapse Against England

Mbappe admitted France’s first-half collapse against England looked like “disrespecting the shirt” after they conceded four before halftime in the 6-4 bronze final loss. He said the squad were “simply being human,” but added France “cannot afford to be human,” conceding they were “completely switched off” before England’s wake-up call ended their tournament painfully.

By Nischay Rathore

Mexico Submits Bid to Host 2027 Spanish Super Cup

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Mexico Submits Bid to Host 2027 Spanish Super Cup

Mexico has submitted a formal proposal to host the 2027 Spanish Super Cup, joining bids from the United States, China and Egypt. The Final Four-style tournament, featuring clubs like Real Madrid and FC Barcelona, would include two semifinals and a final, with Estadio BBVA, Estadio Akron and Estadio Azteca listed as potential venues before the RFEF decision.

By Nischay Rathore

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