Fermín López has revealed he endured “the worst summer” of his life after an injury ruled him out of Spain’s World Cup-winning campaign. The Barcelona midfielder admitted he required professional help to cope with the heartbreak while being at his physical peak. Heartbreak During The World Cup Fermín has revealed the immense psychological toll of … Read more
Spain won its second men’s World Cup title following a 1-0 win over then-defending champions Argentina to cap off a memorable run in which La Roja only conceded one goal in eight tournament matches. The campaign began with a scoreless draw against Cape Verde but Spain rebounded with a resounding 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia. … Read more
Former Sweden international Zlatan Ibrahimović took aim at Leandro Paredes and Spain’s players following the tempestuous end to the World Cup final in New Jersey. The 44-year-old pundit condemned the Argentina midfielder’s fiery antics during a post-match brawl while questioning Spain’s lack of response to the provocation. Tensions Boil Over Post-Match Spain secured the World … Read more
Lamine Yamal received glowing praise after helping Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the World Cup final. The 19-year-old produced another composed display on football’s biggest stage, with former England goalkeeper Joe Hart claiming the Barcelona winger had “completed football” after adding a World Cup winners’ medal to his European Championship triumph. The … Read more
Madrid was painted red and yellow on Monday as Spain returned home and embarked on an open-top bus parade to celebrate the country’s second-ever World Cup win with hundreds of thousands of fans lined up along the city’s streets. Manager Luis de la Fuente and his squad touched down in the Spanish capital early Monday … Read more
Almost two million Spaniards, many still bleary-eyed and feeling a little delicate after the country’s historic World Cup victory against Argentina, descended on central Madrid on Monday night to welcome the triumphant national team home. La Roja, who beat Argentina 1-0 in the final in New Jersey on Sunday night, were afforded the first of … Read more
The 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina may not have been a classic, but Spain were very worthy winners on the day and the most consistent performers throughout the competition. Once Donald Trump had been ushered from the winners’ podium, the Spanish team wildly celebrated its second-ever World Cup victory. You can celebrate … Read more
Key events I appreciate the World Cup can be vaguely interesting if you’re into that sort of thing. Personally, West Brom v Bromley playing a friendly in Portugal is what I am all about. The Baggies won 4-1. Matt Ingram of West Bromwich Albion during the pre-season friendly at the Travessa da Nora Stadium Ferrieras, … Read more
NEW YORK NEW JERSEY STADIUM — After Spain’s support staff had laid out the game plan, explained the tactics, told the players how they would best position themselves to make this Sunday one they’d never want to forget as opposed to one they’d never be able to, coach Luis de la Fuente addressed his team. … Read more
This is how good Spain was at the World Cup: Not even Lionel Messi had any answers. And when it was over, Spain walked off with the trophy. Messi simply walked off in tears. Spain is back atop the soccer world for a second time, after Ferran Torres’ first goal of this year’s World Cup … Read more