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Messi denied dream farewell as Argentina disappoint in World Cup final

Yesterday 20:23 Skipper's dream of lifting the trophy again, four years after he inspired Argentina to victory in Qatar, ultimately proved too good to be true.

Spain shatters Argentina's dream with 1-0 win in World Cup final

Yesterday 20:19 Disappointment for Argentina and skipper Lionel Messi in World Cup final; Barcelona striker Ferran Torres lashes home a thumping finish in the 106th minute to reward a dominant display and win Spain the World Cup.

From hotel bedsheet to World Cup pitch: the story of Argentina’s Malvinas flag

Yesterday 00:07 Daubed with ink on a hotel bedsheet, the Malvinas banner became one of the symbols of Argentina's dramatic World Cup win over England. Its creator, who spoke exclusively to Perfil and asked to remain anonymous, explained how the flag came about, why the squad won't give it back and why he'll be at Sunday's final.

by Regina Giannasi

Latin America's unlikely football unity: cheering against Argentina

18-07-2026 09:44 While Latin Americans have traditionally rallied behind football teams from the region who advance deep into the World Cup tournament, a flood of memes, jokes and criticism has made it clear there is one exception: Argentina.

Finally Finalissima

18-07-2026 07:21 Not even the full fury of Middle East conflict could avert the Finalissima between Argentina and Spain…

by Michael Soltys

Hiding behind the World Cup, Milei siblings restructure their government

18-07-2026 06:50 The World Cup provided the Milei administration a much-needed breather after three months under siege. Javier and Karina Milei are learning by doing, but by doing so they are slowly but surely resembling what they initially promised to battle.

by Agustino Fontevecchia

'Works every time': Superstition ramps up ahead of World Cup final

16-07-2026 19:10 Football fans are putting their faith in good luck rituals ahead of Sunday's World Cup final. But these wacky habits are no joke to those who practice them.

Debate on ruling party’s land ownership bill pushed back after spat

16-07-2026 18:27 Milei government fails to gather votes, postpones upper house debate over land ownership reform bill; Fourth delay for controversial bill that would eliminate restrictions on the foreign purchase of rural land; Comes after spat between Vice-President Villarruel and La Libertad Avanza Senate chief Patricia Bullrich.

UK urges FIFA to investigate Argentina’s Malvinas banner

16-07-2026 10:24 Argentina players celebrated victory with banner reading: “Las Malvinas son Argentinas”; Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says FIFA should investigate but believes potential action is a matter for them.

Selección's never-say-die spirit secures place in World Cup final

16-07-2026 00:04 Lautaro Martínez scores 92nd-minute winner as reigning champions Argentina pull off a sensational comeback over arch rivals England; Dramatic 2-1 victory sets up a final with European champions Spain and sends a nation onto the streets.

Scaloni: Albiceleste smelt 'blood in water' in England win

15-07-2026 21:57 Coach said his team scented victory as England sat back after taking a 1-0 lead in their semi-final in Atlanta and went for broke to secure a deserved win.

Messi: 'Historical context' makes World Cup win over England 'special'

15-07-2026 21:31 Messi says he's looking forward to facing Spain in the World Cup final on Sunday; Skipper will face the country where he spent most of his career, at Barcelona.

British Embassy playfully defuses Argentina-England match tensions

14-07-2026 22:46 Embassy's Instagram account shares a spoof "internal memo" instructing its community manager on how to behave – win or lose – in the wake of Wednesday’s World Cup semi-final.

Mac Allister calls on Argentina to channel Maradona spirit in England clash

14-07-2026 22:02 Argentina midfielder, who has played in England for two clubs over the last six seasons, urges his team to take inspiration from Diego as they seek to get the better of England.

Messi ventures into uncharted waters with England semi-final clash

13-07-2026 15:24 Every major footballing nation has fallen beneath his blade. All but one: England, the giant Lionel Messi will face for the first time on Wednesday in the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup.

French Embassy in Argentina slams Mendoza official's ‘racist’ remarks

13-07-2026 12:22 Hebe Casado, Mendoza's right-wing deputy governor, defends herself after being barred from bilateral meetings with the French Embassy; Official called France's football team "ill-mannered African team" following World Cup win over Paraguay, comments French Ambassador Romain Nadal says were unambiguously racist.

Messi admits Argentina's 'England match is special'

12-07-2026 13:37 "I've played against everyone except England and it's special because they're a great team, a footballing powerhouse," says national team skipper.

Lionel Scaloni says England World Cup semi 'just a football game'

12-07-2026 11:38 "It is a football game and we will be playing against a very tough opponent. This is a football game and that's all," declares Argentina boss.

Argentina sink 10-man Swiss to set up England World Cup semi-final clash

12-07-2026 01:30 Julián Álvarez's screamer inspires Argentina to a battling 3-1 win over 10-man Switzerland, setting up a World Cup semi-final against England.

World Cup culture wars and the legend of Messi

11-07-2026 09:32 World Cups don’t occur in a vacuum. Rather, they are an integral part of the construction of cultural subjectivity across the globe given the prevalence and capillarity of football. Argentina’s central role in global football and its obsessed population add complexity and intensity.

by Agustino Fontevecchia