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Fernando Romero Nuñez

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‘Dibu’ Martínez alarms fans with hint of Argentina retirement: ‘I’ll have to think if it’s time to step aside’

‘Dibu’ Martínez alarms fans with hint of Argentina retirement: ‘I’ll have to think if it’s time to step aside’

Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez has sparked concern among Argentina fans after saying he will “have to think if it’s time to step aside” from the...

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World Cup squad arrives in Argentina with muted mood despite fan acclaim

World Cup squad arrives in Argentina with muted mood despite fan acclaim

The Argentine men’s national football team arrived in Buenos Aires on Monday after their 1-0 loss in the 2026 World Cup final against Spain. Despite...

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Scaloni in tears after World Cup loss: ‘It’ll be hard to build a team like this again’

Scaloni in tears after World Cup loss: ‘It’ll be hard to build a team like this again’
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Spain beats Argentina to win 2026 World Cup

Spain beats Argentina to win 2026 World Cup
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Argentina vs Spain: Everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 World Cup Final

Argentina vs Spain: Everything you need to know ahead of the 2026 World Cup Final

The Argentina men’s national football team is set to take on Spain in the World Cup 2026 final on Sunday. The match will be played at MetLife...

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From heartbreak to ecstasy: Is this Messi’s last dance at a World Cup?

From heartbreak to ecstasy: Is this Messi’s last dance at a World Cup?
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Lionel Messi was their hero; now they’ll face him in the World Cup final

Lionel Messi was their hero; now they’ll face him in the World Cup final

With a career spanning more than two decades, Lionel Messi’s impact on football is no longer hypothetical; it can be measured. From the countless...

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UK government calls for FIFA investigation over Malvinas flag at World Cup

UK government calls for FIFA investigation over Malvinas flag at World Cup

Members of the United Kingdom government called on Thursday for an investigation by world football’s governing body, FIFA, into the “Las Malvinas...

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‘Dream over’ and the ‘most beautiful final’: world reacts to Argentina’s win over England

‘Dream over’ and the ‘most beautiful final’: world reacts to Argentina’s win over England

Argentina’s men’s national football team defeated England 2-1 in their 2026 World Cup semifinal to book a place in Sunday’s final against...

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Scaloni after semifinal win: ‘These players don’t feel the pressure’

Scaloni after semifinal win: ‘These players don’t feel the pressure’

Argentine men’s national football team head coach Lionel Scaloni spoke about his team’s mentality after securing the ticket to the 2026 World Cup...

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Argentina takes on England for a place in the 2026 World Cup final

Argentina takes on England for a place in the 2026 World Cup final

The Argentina men’s national football team is set to take on England in the World Cup 2026 semifinal on Wednesday. The match will be played at the...

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Argentina takes on England for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final

Argentina takes on England for a spot in the 2026 World Cup final

The Argentina men’s national football team is set to take on England in the World Cup 2026 semifinal on Wednesday. The match will be played at the...

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Malvinas veterans back Scaloni on England match: ‘sports are not war’

Malvinas veterans back Scaloni on England match: ‘sports are not war’

*Updated on July 14, 12 p.m. Several groups representing Malvinas War veterans have urged calm ahead of Argentina’s World Cup semifinal against...

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A crushed flag, the hand of god, and a ‘stupid’ boy: A history of Argentina v England

A crushed flag, the hand of god, and a ‘stupid’ boy: A history of Argentina v England

With the four biggest favorites reaching the World Cup 2026 semifinals, you’re bound to get some classic matchups. But while France and Spain share...

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Bonnie Tyler’s unwitting legacy in Argentine football

Bonnie Tyler’s unwitting legacy in Argentine football

Welsh pop star Bonnie Tyler, who passed away on July 8 at age 75, left behind a towering musical legacy. In Argentina, however, she will also be...

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Scaloni eyes the semis: ‘We’ll go all in with whatever we have left’

Scaloni eyes the semis: ‘We’ll go all in with whatever we have left’

Argentina men’s national football team head coach Lionel Scaloni said his team will go “all in with whatever [they] have left” in its World Cup...

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World Cup 2026: Argentina takes on Switzerland with an eye on the semis

World Cup 2026: Argentina takes on Switzerland with an eye on the semis

The Argentine men’s national football team is set to take on its Swiss counterpart on Saturday, eyeing a spot in the tournament’s semifinals. The...

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No pain, no gain: why are Argentines hard-coded to endure?

It was a tough couple of days for Argentine football fans, as the Albiceleste survived back-to-back 3-2 wins, first in a rollercoaster game against...

08.07.2026 60

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Mixed reactions for Lionel Messi’s team World Cup epic comeback

Argentina pulled off one of the comebacks of the year as they clawed their way back from two goals down to win 3-2 against Egypt in the 2026 World Cup...

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World Cup 2026: Switzerland beats Colombia on penalties

Switzerland eliminated Colombia on penalties to reach the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup, where they will face Argentina. The Swiss prevailed 4-3...

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Scaloni after win against Egypt: ‘Football is this, not just tactics and strategies’

Argentina men’s national football team head coach Lionel Scaloni once again highlighted his team’s heart at his press conference after the...

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Racist remarks by Paraguayan senator spark clash with Kylian Mbappé

French football star Kylian Mbappé has become embroiled in a war of words with Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla after the ill-tempered end to the...

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Argentina goes up against Egypt for a World Cup 2026 quarters-finals spot

The Argentine men’s national football team is set to take on Egypt in the World Cup 2026 quarters-finals on Tuesday. The team led by Lionel Messi...

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UEFA condemns FIFA over US striker ban lift

The European football governing body, the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA), issued a statement on Monday condemning the lifting of the...

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World Cup 2026: Mexico, Brazil and Paraguay ousted in round of 16

Just two Latin American teams — Argentina and Colombia — remain at the 2026 World Cup after Paraguay, Brazil and Mexico were eliminated in the...

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Scaloni after win vs. Cape Verde: ‘Playing with your heart makes up for a lot’

Argentina men’s national football team head coach Lionel Scaloni said “playing with your heart makes up for a lot of things”, after the...

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World Cup 2026: Argentina leads Cape Verde 1-0 as Messi opens the scoring

The Argentine men’s national football team leads Cape Verde 1-0 after captain Lionel Messi scored in the 29th minute. With the African team...

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World Cup 2026: Argentina prepares to take on Cape Verde. What’s the latest?

The Argentine men’s national football team is set to take on Cape Verde on Friday, aiming to reach the World Cup 2026 round of 16. The match is set...

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The fourth star: Argentina’s 2026 World Cup anthem that’s finally getting off the ground

No song became as much of a Qatar 2022 anthem for the millions of fans who supported Argentina’s win as Muchachos, the La Mosca–inspired chant...

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A bittersweet farewell: Edinson Cavani announces Boca Juniors exit

Uruguayan striker Edinson Cavani announced on Wednesday that he is leaving Boca Juniors after three years at the club. Cavani broke the news in a...

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US advances to World Cup last 16 with 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina

The United States men’s national team advanced to the World Cup last 16 with a 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi’s Stadium in...

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World Cup 2026: Mexico beats Ecuador 2-0, breaks ‘fifth game’ curse

The Mexican men’s national football team secured a solid 2-0 victory over Ecuador at Azteca Stadium on Tuesday and advanced to the 2026 World Cup...

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Nightmare start for Argentine tennis at Wimbledon, nine players eliminated

It was a nightmare start for Argentine tennis at Wimbledon, with nine of the 11 players who featured in the first round at the All England Lawn Tennis...

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World Cup 2026: Paraguay shocks Germany as South America dominates

Paraguay produced one of the biggest upsets of the 2026 World Cup on Monday, knocking out one of the tournament favorites, Germany, in a penalty...

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World Cup 2026: Knockout stage has begun. Who do Latin American teams face?

The 2026 World Cup has entered the knockout stage, with six Latin American teams still in contention. Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Mexico and...

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Why four years after Qatar 2022, Bangladeshis remain Argentina’s staunchest fans

The return of the World Cup has revived some of the defining symbols of Argentina’s triumph in Qatar. The “Muchachos…” chant is once again...

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Scaloni on Argentina moving on to knockout stage: ‘A different World Cup begins’

Argentina men’s national football team head coach Lionel Scaloni said that “a different World Cup begins” now for his team after securing a 3-1...

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World Cup 2026: Argentina goes up 2-0 against Jordan

The Argentine men’s national football team leads its Jordanian counterpart 2-0 after 30 minutes of play. Lautaro Martínez doubled Argentina’s...

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Messi to start from the bench as Argentina takes on Jordan

The Argentine men’s national football looks to close out it’s World Cup 2026 group stage campaign on a high as it takes on Jordan on Saturday. The...

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Albiceleste talent: How Argentine coaches are leading teams at the 2026 World Cup

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World Cup 2026: Ecuador advances as Paraguay awaits results

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USA 94: Five key moments to revisit the US’s debut as World Cup hosts

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World Cup 2026: Brazil through as Mexico gives Ochoa a fitting farewell

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World Cup 2026: Argentina, Mexico and Colombia’s potential round of 32 rivals

The Colombian men’s national football team beat DR Congo 1-0 on Tuesday to secure its spot in the 2026 World Cup knockout stages.  The Cafeteros...

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Why do Uruguayans and Argentines disagree over who’s won more World Cups?

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What do you buy Lionel Messi for his birthday? We made a wishlist

Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi turns 39 on Wednesday, and while fans are preparing a nationwide tribute, you’ll undoubtedly want to...

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2026 Wimbledon is up next. Can Argentine stars have a go at Centre Court?

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Lionel Messi turns 39. Argentines plan nationwide birthday tribute

Argentine football superstar Lionel Messi turns 39 this Wednesday amid a record-breaking World Cup campaign.  The Argentina captain has scored five...

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Messi after beating Austria: ‘We always go out to win’

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World Cup 2026: Argentina beats Austria 2-0, secures knockout stages spot

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