Mbappe finished his third World Cup campaign with 10 goals to the lead the Golden Boot standings, two ahead of Messi.

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

Bangladesh's women's U-20 hockey team were crowned unbeaten champions of the Women's Junior AHF Cup after defeating Kazakhstan 2-0 in the final in Muscat, Oman, on Saturday.

The National Sports Council (NSC) has reconstituted the ad hoc committees of 27 sports organisations, including 26 national federations and the Bangladesh Mahila Krira Songstha (BMKS), with instructions to hold elections within the next 90 days.

A tournament official confirmed that protocols dictate that training must be suspended whenever lightning is detected within an eight-mile radius of the site.

Tonight’s final caps a World Cup where fans were willing to shell out more than ever for a seat at the quadrennial showpiece, as ticket buyers confounded even the greatest cynics in the face of sky-high prices.

Former Spain coach Vicente del Bosque believes Spain hold the edge ahead of the FIFA World Cup final against Argentina but has warned that the defending champions' resilience, experience and tactical discipline make them dangerous opponents.

There are rooftops draped in blue and white and murals of Lionel Messi everywhere -- but this is not Argentina, it is Bangladesh where football-crazy fans are again celebrating their unique bond with the South American giants.

Rodri, the 2024 Ballon D'Or winner who has excelled at the heart of Spain's midfield during the World Cup, said he expects the final to be unlike any other game the European champions have faced.

The third-place decider is often described as the World Cup's most unwanted fixture. No player begins a tournament dreaming of featuring in it, yet one of the semifinal losers has to walk away with bronze while the other leaves empty-handed.

Messi, playing in what is expected to be his final World Cup, remains Argentina's biggest threat as they seek to defend their title against a Spain side chasing a first global crown since 2010.

Trump also shared that FIFA president Gianni Infantino has approached him about the possibility of the USA and China co-hosting a World Cup in the future.

The third-place play-off was first introduced at the 1934 World Cup, where Germany defeated Austria 3-2.

Kane and Bellingham have had standout World Cup performances for the Three Lions despite the disappointment of not reaching the final.

Bangladesh star Hamza Choudhury has hailed Lamine Yamal as the best player in the world right now, backing the teenager to inspire Spain to victory against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

Messi, accompanied by Argentina head coach Lionel Scaloni and goalkeeper Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez, spoke at an event ahead of Monday's World Cup final against Spain in New York/New Jersey (1:00am Bangladesh Time).

Bangladesh star Hamza Choudhury has hailed Lamine Yamal as the best player in the world right now, backing the teenager to inspire Spain to victory against Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

The shirt had previously sold at auction in 2004 for 70,505 pounds ($105,600), according to Sotheby's.

Holding, 72, never played with Sobers but said he was struck by the way he was revered in the game.

For more than two decades, world football has been shaped by Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo’s extraordinary rivalry. Their brilliance defined an era, rewriting records, collecting trophies and inspiring generations of fans.