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From the pitch — Thursday morning, 24 September
World Cup 2026 Concluded: Club Football Takes Center Stage Post-Tournament
With Spain crowned champions in July, the football world's focus remains on domestic leagues and upcoming international calendars.
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The story
The FIFA World Cup 2026, which captivated fans globally, concluded on July 19, 2026, with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, to claim their second World Cup title. As such, there are no new tournament matches or significant developments to report for the last 24 hours. The football landscape has since transitioned, with attention now firmly on the unfolding club seasons across various leagues and the anticipation of future international fixtures beyond the World Cup calendar.
Off the pitch
| Player | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enzo Le Fee | Sunderland | Sunderland | New five-year contract until 2031 |
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