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More Than Just Football: 8 Incredible Stories Behind Spain’s World Cup Stars
From baby photos with Messi and working-class goal celebrations to painted nails and off-grid lifestyles, get to know the unique personalities driving La Roja to the 2026 final
The World Cup 2026 Final: Best Big Screens and Fan Zones in Valencia, Barcelona and Madrid
From massive public screenings at Roig Arena and beachfront hubs to open-air gardens and local cinemas—here is your ultimate guide to the best spots to watch the historic match in the Valencian Community
Lamine Yamal’s €11M Barcelona Mansion Targeted by Masked Burglars During World Cup Celebrations
While the teenager celebrated Spain’s historic ticket to the final, security guards thwarted an early-morning break-in at his estate—the former home of Shakira and Gerard Piqué
Spain Silences France 2-0 in Arlington to Secure Historical World Cup Final Spot
A first-half penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal and a clinical second-half finish from Pedro Porro shut down Kylian Mbappé’s side, keeping Spain’s record-breaking unbeaten run alive
Spain Beat Portugal 1-0 to Reach the World Cup Quarterfinals
A stoppage-time goal from substitute Mikel Merino sent Spain through in Cristiano Ronaldo's final World Cup match, echoing a 1-0 win over Portugal 16 years ago
Spain Annihilates Austria 3–0 to Reach the World Cup Round of 16
An Oyarzabal brace and Pedro Porro's first international goal send Spain through, as Unai Simón sets a new World Cup clean-sheet record
Lionel Messi Becomes World Cup's All-Time Top Scorer
Two goals against Austria take the Argentina captain to 18 World Cup goals, breaking Miroslav Klose's record — with Kylian Mbappé closing in
Valencia Approves Major Mixed-Use Complex Next to the New Nou Mestalla Stadium
Two commercial towers spanning around 40,000 square metres — with a shopping centre, a 245-room hotel, and a 650-room aparthotel — will be built by Atitlan, which bought the plot from Valencia CF for about €35 million
Ronaldo's Portugal Stunned by Congo as England Edged Croatia in a Six-Goal Thriller
Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest player ever at a World Cup but extended his goalless run to ten major-tournament games, while Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham fired England to a 4–2 win.
Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland Light Up the World Cup as Argentina and France Open with Wins
Day six of the 2026 World Cup delivered the superstars: Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria, Mbappé bagged a brace past Senegal, and Haaland marked his World Cup debut with two goals.
Spain Held to a Goalless Draw by World Cup Debutants Cape Verde in Atlanta Opener
Despite dominating possession, La Roja couldn't break down a packed defence, with 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha the hero of the 0–0 draw — his Instagram following jumped from 50,000 to over 6 million
Footballer Rafa Mir Sentenced to 8.5 Years by Valencia Court in Sexual Assault Case
The Elche player, on loan from Sevilla, was also ordered to pay €64,000 in compensation. A second footballer, Pablo Jara, received 2.5 years in a related case; the ruling is not yet final
Shakira Opens the 2026 World Cup at the Azteca — but a "Body Double" Theory Takes Over Social Media
The Colombian star performed "Dai Dai" with Burna Boy at the Mexico City opening, her fourth World Cup appearance. Within minutes, X users were asking whether it was really her on the pitch
The 2026 World Cup Kicks Off — Where Spain Stands and Its Full Squad and Schedule
Hosted across the USA, Mexico, and Canada with 48 teams for the first time, the tournament sees Spain among the favourites. La Roja face Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay in Group H
Where to Watch the World Cup in Valencia: A Guide to the City's Best Sports Bars
From 14-screen Irish pubs to intimate spots near the Mestalla stadium — La Cotorra rounds up where to catch this summer's matches over a beer and tapas, with notes on late-night licences.
FC Barcelona Win Their 29th La Liga Title After Beating Real Madrid 2–0 at Camp Nou
A Rashford free-kick and a Ferran Torres finish sealed the title with three games to spare — on a sombre day after head coach Hansi Flick lost his father. The victory parade rolls through Barcelona on 11 May
Shakira and Burna Boy Will Perform the 2026 World Cup Song — Her Fourth
"Dai Dai" drops on 14 May. Shakira announced it in a video shot at the Maracanã, dancing in a Brazil shirt alongside performers in the kits of Colombia, Argentina, and the US.
Adidas Releases Official 2026 World Cup Jerseys — for Dogs and Cats
Argentina, Mexico, Colombia, and Japan kits, redesigned with stretch panels and printed crests so seams don't rub. €30 a piece, but Europe will have to wait