Golden Ball Winner Rodri Delivers Inspirational Message After ACL Tear Comeback

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Golden Ball Winner Rodri Delivers Inspirational Message After ACL Tear Comeback

Rodri capped Spain’s World Cup triumph with the Golden Ball after fighting back from a serious ACL injury and doubts over his future. “I hope my story will be taken by young players as an example: even when your career goes down, you can always come back,” he said, turning his comeback into a message of grit.

By Nischay Rathore

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FIFA's Bid To Copy Super Bowl Halftime Show Falls Flat at World Cup Final

FIFA's attempt to replicate the NFL's Super Bowl halftime show drew widespread criticism after the World Cup final's break stretched to nearly 30 minutes. “This isn't the Super Bowl,” one viewer wrote, while another added, “Football doesn't need a halftime concert.” Critics argued the extended intermission disrupted match rhythm, affected player welfare, and prioritized entertainment over the game itself.

By Nidheesh Kumar

Leanna Lenee Makes Fun of Husband Travis Hunter With “Real Football” Jibe

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Leanna Lenee Makes Fun of Husband Travis Hunter With “Real Football” Jibe

“Showing my husband what real football is ⚽️!,” Leanna Lenee posted on Instagram with a picture of her attending the FIFA World Cup final at MetLife, wearing an Argentina jersey. “His football pays the bills,” a fan commented, to which another replied, “You missed the joke and the fun in it…always a hater somewhere trying to be messy.” Travis did not respond.


By Nidheesh Kumar

Unai Simon’s Golden Glove Award Comes With a Wild Final Stat

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Unai Simon’s Golden Glove Award Comes With a Wild Final Stat

Simon’s Goalkeeper of the Tournament award came with a bizarre twist: he reportedly did not make a single save in the World Cup final. He finished Spain’s entire title run with 10 saves, while Argentina’s Emiliano Martinez made 11 in the final alone. Spain still won 1-0 after extra time, underlining their defensive control on Sunday night.

By Nischay Rathore

Shannon Sharpe Alleges FIFA “Tried Everything” to Help Argentina Win the World Cup

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Shannon Sharpe Alleges FIFA “Tried Everything” to Help Argentina Win the World Cup

“They tried everything 2 help Argentina. Spain sits atop the soccer Universe. Mbappe is your Golden Boot winner.👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾,” Shannon tweeted after Spain’s 1-0 World Cup win against Argentina at MetLife. “Seems like the referees was trying to get Argentina to tie the game in the last 5 minutes,” a fan said. “Even the NFL guy gets it,” added another.


By Nidheesh Kumar

From Under-19 Euro to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Spain Coach Won it All in Just 11 Years

about 1 hour ago

From Under-19 Euro to 2026 FIFA World Cup: Spain Coach Won it All in Just 11 Years

Luis De la Fuente’s Spain resume now stretches from youth dominance to football’s biggest prize. He won the U19 Euros in 2015, U21 Euros in 2019, Nations League in 2023, Euro 2024 and the 2026 World Cup. Since taking the senior job in 2022, the coach has reportedly lost only twice while turning Spain into a trophy machine.

By Nischay Rathore

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