Lionel Messi makes first public appearance after Argentina's 2026 FIFA World Cup final loss to Spain, watching a local match in Rosario before returning to Inter Miami.
Thousands have been evacuated in southwest France and near Madrid as wildfires spread during one of Europe’s hottest summers on record. Officials in both countries are linking the crisis to extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds.
Tourists and residents in south-west France and central Spain have been evacuated as raging wildfires spread in extreme heat and wind. Authorities have deployed military and emergency resources while flights to Bordeaux and Madrid remain unaffected.
Wildfires in western France and central Spain have forced more than 250,000 people to evacuate, killed at least one man near Valencia, and killed three firefighters in Europe this week. EU aircraft, the French army and Spanish emergency services are being deployed as the blazes spread near Bordeaux and Madrid.
Over 100,000 people have been evacuated in Spain and France due to heatwave-induced wildfires, with a tractor driver arrested in Spain for allegedly sparking one of the blazes. The EU has deployed water-bombing aircraft to both countries.
Spain's World Cup victory has significantly elevated the national team's international profile and fan engagement, driven by the RFEF's digital communication strategy. Social media accounts gained 6.7 million followers, and a four-part docuseries on the triumph will be released on Prime Video in December.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente condemned the "intolerable, unacceptable" behavior of Argentina players Nahuel Molina and Leandro Paredes, who attacked Spain's Rodri, Eric García, and confronted Gavi after Spain won the World Cup at New York New Jersey Stadium.
Massive wildfires continue to burn across parts of France and Spain, leading to the evacuation of tens of thousands, including the entire Cap Ferret peninsula. Authorities in both countries have declared emergencies and France has requested assistance from European Union neighbors to combat the blazes.
Jurgen Klopp has been named Germany's national football coach by the DFB, signing a contract that extends through the 2030 World Cup. He is tasked with rebuilding the struggling team following Julian Nagelsmann's resignation after recent disappointing tournament exits.
Wildfires in Spain and France have forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate or stay indoors, with Madrid declaring a national emergency and France evacuating Cap Ferret by land and sea.
Manchester City midfielder Rodri, named World Cup's best player, will undergo back surgery next week, coach Enzo Maresca confirmed. Maresca, unveiled as City's new manager, expressed desire for Rodri to stay despite transfer speculation.
Tens of thousands have fled wildfires in southwest France and Spain, with Spain declaring a national emergency as huge blazes merged outside Madrid. Searing heat has created tinder-dry conditions across Europe, straining emergency services and impacting crops and nuclear plant cooling.
FIFA is investigating Argentina's conduct after their World Cup final win against Spain, with Spain coach Luis de la Fuente calling the incidents "intolerable and unacceptable." Argentina players tangled with Spain players on-field and most turned their backs during Spain's trophy lift.
Spain declared its first national emergency for wildfires, evacuating over 10,000 residents as an intense heatwave fuels destructive blazes. France also requested EU assistance for a major fire near Bordeaux, forcing 40,000 evacuations, highlighting southern Europe's escalating wildfire crisis.
Spain's government declared a national emergency due to wildfires in the central Madrid region, forcing 10,000 evacuations. Simultaneously, around 40,000 people fled blazes in southern France, described by Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez as the largest of the season, ravaging over 10,000 hectares and destroying 80 homes.
French authorities have ordered the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula and other areas, displacing tens of thousands as an "XXL fire" rages in Gironde. Spain has also declared a national emergency due to out-of-control wildfires near Madrid, with both nations battling extreme conditions.
Intense heatwaves and drought have caused severe wildfires across Europe, Canada, and the US. Experts discuss varied management strategies, including Indigenous cultural burning, while Brazil shows success in reducing Amazon fires, though El Nino poses future risks.
Spain's head coach, Luis de la Fuente, strongly criticized the behavior of several Argentina players after Spain's World Cup final victory, calling their actions "intolerable and unacceptable" in a TVE interview. He commended his own players for maintaining composure amidst provocation, with FIFA now investigating incidents at MetLife Stadium.
Argentina's Nicolas Otamendi, 38, has retired from international football after a 17-year career, concluding with 139 appearances, a 2022 World Cup win, and two Copa America titles. His final match was Argentina's 1-0 loss to Spain in the World Cup final in the US.
Argentina's decorated defender Nicolas Otamendi has announced his retirement from international football after a 17-year career, concluding with 139 appearances, a 2022 World Cup title, and two Copa America wins. His final match was a 1-0 World Cup final loss to Spain in the US.
Tens of thousands were urged to evacuate as severe wildfires continue to burn across Spain, France, and Italy, exacerbated by an impending heatwave and climate change. Spain declared a national emergency in Madrid and Avila, while France invoked the EU civil protection mechanism for aid.
Thousands are expected to travel to Spain on August 12, 2026, for a total solar eclipse. However, the Sun's low position near sunset will make viewing challenging, requiring careful site selection. The event marks the start of a rare three-year eclipse series for Spain, boosting tourism interest.
Brutal heat and a marine heatwave in southern Europe have triggered intense wildfires in France and Spain, forcing approximately 30,000 people, including thousands of tourists, to evacuate. Authorities in both countries are deploying resources as record-breaking temperatures and land burned exacerbate the crisis.
FIFA announced its 2026 World Cup Dream XI, chosen by global fan vote, featuring stars like Messi, Mbappé, Haaland, and Golden Ball winner Rodri. Spain, the tournament champions, along with France and Argentina, dominate the selection, with England's Jude Bellingham and Cape Verde's Vozinha also included.
