Spain v Argentina: Prediction, team news, lineups and odds
All the team news and predictions ahead of the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.
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Chelsea’s transfer priority and ideal signing as Xabi Alonso era begins
Experience will be top of the wishlist for Xabi Alonso as he settles into the Stamford Bridge dugout.
World Cup bronze final: ‘The worst game to play’ is a nonsense and should be binned
The penultimate game of the World Cup is always by far its least important and a waste of time for knackered England and flagging France to reach an outcome few ...
Half-time show and ad breaks among five times FIFA did whatever the f*** it likes with this World Cup
The World Cup final half-time show is just the latest occasion FIFA has seen fit to do whatever it likes with this tournament…
Newcastle under increased threat with Guimaraes to Arsenal ‘close enough’
Newcastle are nearing the loss of Bruno Guimaraes, as former Premier League scout Keith Wyness thinks his move to Arsenal is now “close enough.”
Tottenham told by insider to sell ‘odd one out’ after large spend this summer
Tottenham have been told by an insider that they should sell a midfielder who looks to be the “odd one out” after a big spend in the position this summer.
Ranking the 10 best players who stayed loyal after relegation: Bowen, Del Piero…
We’ve ranked the 10 best players to stay loyal to a relegated club, with Jarrod Bowen right up there.
Jarrod Bowen leads a surprisingly good XI who stayed loyal after relegation to Championship
Relegation from the Premier League normally results in a mass exodus, but some stalwarts end up sticking around in the second tier.
Tottenham insider calls out leadership trio with new signing De Zerbi’s ‘perfect’ captain
Tottenham insider John Wenham feels none of last season’s leadership group should be captain under Roberto De Zerbi, with a new signing the “perfect” option.
Tuchel urged to drop two England big hitters for fresh legs in France showdown
Thomas Tuchel has been urged to freshen up his England side for their third-place World Cup play-off against France, with two key starters dropped down to the bench.
Transfer rumour ranking: Spurs edge closer to another big-money signing as Arsenal eye double deal
Tottenham Hotspur are edging closer to making another big-money signing, while Arsenal are plotting a double raid on Aston Villa.
Comparing Lionel Messi’s insane stats at the 2026 World Cup to Qatar 2022
…:Is he somehow better? A 39-year-old MLS player should not be producing this kind of output on football’s biggest stage.
Phil Foden offered to Euro giants with Tottenham to benefit in connected deal
Phil Foden has reportedly been offered to AC Milan, with a suggestion that they could fund the deal by selling a superstar who’s on the Tottenham radar.
Manchester United must learn midfield lesson from ‘English Scott McTominay’ and Tuchel failings
The time has come for England’s World Cup misery to be viewed through the scope of club fans, with Manchester United first up.
Sean Dyche tells Thomas Tuchel he’s ‘clutching’ with England excuses after World Cup exit
Sean Dyche has disagreed with some comments from Thomas Tuchel, feeling he’s “clutching” following England’s World Cup exit at the hands of Argentina.
France v England: Prediction, team news, lineups and odds
All the team news and predictions ahead of the World Cup third-place play-off between France and England.
Enzo Fernandez deletes Wonderwall social media taunt as Argentina backed to lose v Spain
Enzo Fernandez has deleted a social media post taunting England with Wonderwall, as Argentina have been backed to lose the World Cup final against Spain.
Man Utd star told to boycott ‘stupid’ England decider as Tuchel sack calls grow louder
Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt has lashed out at Thomas Tuchel’s decision to completely ignore the Old Trafford star, as he prepares to face France on Saturday.
Yamal and Porro miss Spain training as World Cup final involvement clarified
Right-sided Spain stars Lamine Yamal and Pedro Porro have both missed training in the buildup to the World Cup final, with their involvement clarified.
Official Ballon d’Or statement leaves Lionel Messi on course for ninth award
Could Lionel Messi win a ninth Ballon d’Or in 2026? There’s no reason why not, organisers France Football has confirmed.
The remarkable Argentina record that points to World Cup glory against Spain
Only Spain stand in Argentina’s way of a second consecutive World Cup title and there’s a good omen that might point in their favour.
Spurs have spent £229.5m but still need to upgrade on Richarlison, surely?
The question for Spurs is not – for really the first time in living memory – ‘who do they need to sign?’ but ‘who do they still need to sign?’
FA take shocking action with Tuchel ‘probe’ over England’s World Cup performance
The FA will hold an entirely normal and standard performance review into Thomas Tuchel and England’s World Cup, because obviously.
Liverpool enter talks for huge £258m double winger signing – report
The Reds are attempting an incredible double deal that would seriously improve Iraola’s attacking options, a source has claimed
Ranking the top 10 cult heroes of the 2026 World Cup
We’ve all got time for a cult hero or two, and what better stage for them to emerge than at a World Cup?
Why Arsenal are actually to blame for England’s ‘pure capitulation’ at the World Cup
This England World Cup failure is entirely on Arsenal – because the Premier League champions have made defending a 1-0 lead look too easy.
Where Arsenal need to strengthen to win back-to-back Premier League titles
There is one key area Arsenal need to recruit in if their trophy ambitions are to be realised.
Thomas Tuchel emerges as clear England World Cup scapegoat, but who else can we blame?
There is no contest for the vital role after any England tournament heartbreak of designated scapegoat, but let’s pretend there are options.
Arsenal advance spectacular £210m double deal with first bid coming
Morgan Rogers is not the only elite attacker the Gunners are trying to sign for Mikel Arteta, with a game-changing summer in the works
What Lionel Messi’s GOAT rivals were doing at age 39: Pele, Maradona, Cruyff…
Lionel Messi is lighting up the World Cup at the age of 39. That’s quite a contrast to the likes of Maradona and Pele.
Arsenal ‘accelerate’ towards Morgan Rogers transfer as Fabrizio Romano issues Bradley Barcola update
Arsenal have once again turned their attention to Aston Villa talisman Morgan Rogers, as they close in on Club Brugge star Christos Tzolis.
Tottenham reveal Lucas Bergvall price tag as Nottingham Forest bid rejected
Tottenham Hotspur have rebuffed Nottingham Forest’s £38m bid for wantaway midfielder Lucas Bergvall, with the offer falling well short of the north London team’s valuation
Tottenham’s £76m double sale hopes dashed as Champions League giant reveals offer
Tottenham defenders Djed Spence and Cristian Romero are wanted men but one suitor is seemingly not prepared to meet the Premier League side’s valuation of the duo