Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic is ending his career on a high. His last assignment was to referee the World Cup final between Spain and Argentina at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
SportsIn a 15-page Instagram post, Gianni Infantino, president of the International Football Federation (FIFA), attacks critics of this summer's World Cup, accusing them of spreading hatred and false rumors instead of celebrating the tournament.
FootballBrazil recalls its ambassador from Argentina after Argentine President Javier Milei's attack on Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
WorldLast year he was suspended for skipping the All-Star Game - but now he is exempt. Argentina's Lionel Messi will be given a reprieve from participating in this year's All-Star Game.
SportsArgentina's Leandro Paredes grabbed Spaniard Eric Garcia by the throat and sent another into the dugout. The aftermath of the World Cup final has drawn a reaction from Spain's national team coach Luis de la Fuente. It cannot be allowed, he says.
SportsNicolás Otamendi, 38, is retiring from the Argentine national team. The World Cup final was his last appearance.
SportsThe World Cup could be expanded again - from 48 teams to 64 in the next tournament. There are pros and cons to the arrangement, says Expressen football columnist Noa Bachner. Logistically, it would be a nightmare, and it would be practically impossible for many countries to organize the World Cup, Bachner says.
FootballDespite losing the final to Spain, Lionel Messi can be happy that he set three new records during the tournament. When FIFA lists the records broken, the Argentine tops them all.
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