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Americans watch record World Cup final

Nearly ⁠63 million Americans tuned in to watch Spain beat Argentina in the Fifa World Cup final on Sunday, shattering viewership records and underscoring soccer’s growing appeal in ​the US after decades of efforts...

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How a 64-team World Cup could transform soccer's economics

The World Cup trophy is displayed on ahead of the 2026 World Cup final. — AFP

Argentina grapples with the World Cup villain label

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American makeover leaves soccer facing a battle for its soul

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (L) and US President Donald Trump. — AFP

We have grown together: De la Fuente

Spain coach Luis De La Fuente reacts. — Reuters

Scaloni says we gave it everything

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni looks dejected. — Reuters

Spain to celebrate World Cup title in Madrid upon return

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Rodri, Unai Simon and Cubarsi claim World Cup honours

Spain's Rodri celebrates on the podium after winning the Golden Ball with Golden Glove winner Unai Simon and FIFA Young Player winner Pau Cubarsi following winning the World Cup

Messi denied dream farewell as abject Argentina lose final

Argentina's Lionel Messi looks dejected after the match

Spain down Argentina to win World Cup, shatter Messi dream

Spain's Lamine Yamal and Gavi celebrate with the World Cup trophy after winning the World Cup

One final, one global dream

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Daily WC digital edition brings fans the latest action

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Every dream meets its moment

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Mbappe hits career scoring milestone

'Emotional' Argentina, Messi chase repeat WC title

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (R) exercises followed by midfielders #07 Rodrigo De Paul and #05 Leandro Paredes

Helicopter ride Spain's only scare before final: Fuente

Spain's head coach Luis de la Fuente speaks to fans at the Javits Center in New York
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