By Lucia Fernandez
Sports editor based in Madrid. Tracks Latin American footballers in Europe, plus boxing, baseball and the Olympic beat.
Astrologer Predicts Argentina vs England Semifinal Will Be Decided by Penalties
Astrologer Giorgio Armas predicts Argentina vs England will be decided by a penalty shootout. He says Messi will play his best game of the t
Why English Referees Never Officiate Argentina at the World Cup
FIFA protocols prevent English referees from officiating Argentina at World Cups due to the Falkland Islands sovereignty dispute. The 1982 w
Inter Miami's Tactical Puzzle: Vozinha and Casemiro Join Messi's Squad
Inter Miami is set to sign 41-year-old Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha and Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. Coach Ángel Guillermo Hoyos plans ta
Messi's Fiery Exchanges with Referees: A Pattern of Challenging Authority
Lionel Messi's verbal clash with referee João Pinheiro during the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal is the latest in a series of confrontations. T
Argentina Requests Blue Kit for England Semifinal: A Nod to 1986 and 1998
Argentina's federation has formally requested to wear their dark blue away kit for the semifinal against England, a color tied to historic W
Andrey Santos Joins Manchester United: Carrick's Midfield Blueprint Takes Shape
Manchester United have completed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £50 million. The 22-year-old is the firs
How to Ask Your Barber for 2026 World Cup Haircuts in English and Spanish
Mastering barbershop vocabulary like 'fade' and 'line up' helps you achieve the exact look of your favorite players. Understanding variation
Cristiano Ronaldo's Post-World Cup 2026 Plans: 1,000 Goals and Beyond
Portugal's elimination in the 2026 World Cup marks Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup appearance. He now focuses on reaching 1,000 career go
Kylian Mbappé's Mediterranean Diet: The Six-Meal Strategy Behind His Peak Performance
Kylian Mbappé follows a strict Mediterranean diet with six meals a day to maintain peak physical condition. His regimen emphasizes salmon, w
NASA-Inspired Tech Transforms the 2026 World Cup Across Host Cities Like Guadalajara
The 2026 FIFA World Cup deploys digital twins, AI, and robotics inspired by NASA to manage stadiums in cities like Guadalajara and Atlanta.
Why 'Football' Is More Than a Word for Latinos in the US
For millions of Latinos in the US, the word 'soccer' feels foreign. Choosing 'football' is a way to preserve cultural identity and resist as
Erling Haaland's Hermès Birkin Collection Steals the Show at 2026 World Cup
Erling Haaland's Hermès Birkin bag collection at the 2026 World Cup includes rare pieces like the 'Endless Road' worth $45,000. The Norwegia