Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina's national soccer team on August 31, citing his father's death and the belief that younger players deserve the stage he held for two decades. The 39-year-old posted the news on Instagram, a photo of a handwritten message scrawled across three pieces of notebook paper, written in Spanish. He […] The post Lionel Messi walks away from Argentina after father's death and World Cup heartbreak appeared first on American Almanac .
Lionel Messi announced his retirement from Argentina's national soccer team on August 31, citing his father's death and the belief that younger players deserve the stage he held for two decades. The 39-year-old posted the news on Instagram, a photo of a handwritten message scrawled across three pieces of notebook paper, written in Spanish. He said he first put pen to paper on July 21, just two days after Argentina lost to Spain in the World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium. He held the letter for more than five weeks. His father, Jorge Messi, fell seriously ill in the interim, and died on August 8 in Rosario, Argentina , at age 68. The elder Messi also served as his son's agent. His death, Just The News reported , deepened the emotional toll…Open
Usher dismissed social media claims that an impostor performed in his place at MetLife Stadium, but some fans are still demanding refunds. The 47-year-old singer took to Instagram after footage from his August 7 and 8 concerts in New Jersey sparked a wave of conspiracy theories across TikTok and Instagram. Fans who attended the Raymond […] The post Usher responds to viral 'clone' accusations after MetLife Stadium concerts appeared first on American Almanac .
Usher dismissed social media claims that an impostor performed in his place at MetLife Stadium, but some fans are still demanding refunds. The 47-year-old singer took to Instagram after footage from his August 7 and 8 concerts in New Jersey sparked a wave of conspiracy theories across TikTok and Instagram. Fans who attended the Raymond & Brown Tour shows, co-headlined with Chris Brown, posted clips insisting the man on stage was not the real Usher. The performer, dressed in an all-white outfit with sunglasses and a snapback cap, apparently looked different enough to set off a social media firestorm. Usher fired back in the comments section of a post by Power 105.1, the New York radio station that had flagged the debate on its own…Open
Athletic Brewing co-founder and CEO Bill Shufelt joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss the company’s new partnership with MetLife Stadium, the New York Jets and New York Giants, changing drinking habits and his move from hedge funds to brewing. 0:08 — America’s drinking habits are changing 0:37 — Athletic Brewing bets big on MetLife Stadium 1:21 — Non-alcoholic beer could reach 20% of sales 1:48 — Athletic Brewing claims 20% of the national market 3:20 — From hedge funds to building Athletic Brewing
Argentina players attacked Spanish opponents after losing the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 in extra time, turning what should have been a showcase moment into a disgraceful scene at MetLife Stadium. Seconds after the final whistle confirmed Spain's victory on July 19, Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes went after Spain defender Eric García, striking him with […] The post Argentina's ugly brawl after World Cup final loss to Spain caps a tournament of poor sportsmanship appeared first on American Almanac .
Argentina players attacked Spanish opponents after losing the 2026 World Cup final 1-0 in extra time, turning what should have been a showcase moment into a disgraceful scene at MetLife Stadium. Seconds after the final whistle confirmed Spain's victory on July 19, Argentine midfielder Leandro Paredes went after Spain defender Eric García, striking him with an open hand toward the throat and shoving him. When Spain substitute Gavi stepped in, Paredes pushed him to the ground. Referee Slavko Vincic showed Paredes a red card for the post-match assault, and coaches from both sides rushed onto the pitch to prevent the situation from escalating further. The Sun reported that Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni was photographed in a separate…Open
FIFA's first-ever World Cup Final halftime show drew immediate backlash from fans who accused Madonna and Shakira of performing to pre-recorded audio, raising questions about whether the global spectacle delivered anything close to a live experience. The 67-year-old pop icon opened the show at MetLife Stadium outside New York with her 2000 hit "Music," flanked […] The post Fans accuse Madonna and Shakira of lip-syncing during World Cup Final halftime show appeared first on American Almanac .
FIFA's first-ever World Cup Final halftime show drew immediate backlash from fans who accused Madonna and Shakira of performing to pre-recorded audio, raising questions about whether the global spectacle delivered anything close to a live experience. The 67-year-old pop icon opened the show at MetLife Stadium outside New York with her 2000 hit "Music," flanked by Brazilian soccer legends Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Shakira, Justin Bieber, BTS, and Nigerian star Burna Boy each followed with roughly two-minute sets of their own hits. Venezuelan conductor Gustavo Dudamel led an orchestra that included musicians from the New York Philharmonic and Venezuela's Simón Bolívar Symphony Orchestra. The Muppets made an appearance. Jason Sudeikis showed…Open
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Spain controlled the first half in terms of possession and shot attempts, yet had to settle for a 0-0 score at halftime in the World Cup final against Lionel Messi and Argentina on Sunday. As it tends to do, Spain — which allowed only one goal in the tournament entering [...]
In less than 24 hours, New Jersey's MetLife Stadium will host Spain and Argentina for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final. It's the first match between the two countries in 60 years.
President Donald Trump suggested Friday that the United States ought to host a future FIFA World Cup on its own, without Canada or Mexico, drawing laughter from FIFA President Gianni Infantino and the crowd at a World Cup event in New York. The remark, delivered two days before the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, capped […] The post Trump quips U.S. should host the next World Cup solo, drawing laughs from FIFA chief appeared first on American Almanac .
President Donald Trump suggested Friday that the United States ought to host a future FIFA World Cup on its own, without Canada or Mexico, drawing laughter from FIFA President Gianni Infantino and the crowd at a World Cup event in New York. The remark, delivered two days before the 2026 final at MetLife Stadium, capped a tournament that showcased American logistics, economic muscle, and a White House that treated the event as a national priority from the start. "Maybe we should do it ourselves next time," Trump said, adding that solo hosting would make things "a little bit easier." Infantino laughed. So did the room. The line landed as a joke, but it carried a grain of substance. The 2026 World Cup was the first time three nations shared…Open
The final match will take place on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in Bedminster, New Jersey. The third place match will take place Saturday in Florida between England and France.
President Trump on Friday will attend a FIFA World Cup reception in New York City, as the U.S. prepares to host the final game between Spain and Argentina. The last round of the championship is set to be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J., not far from the Big Apple — which is currently experiencing air quality issues created by wildfires in Canada. Trump is also expected to attend the game on Sunday and hand out the trophy to the winner. The appearance comes just weeks after the president sparked controversy by weighing in on a red card issued to the U.S. team during its match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the call was ultimately reversed. The U.S. was later kicked out of the tournament after losing to Belgium.…
