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Lionel Messi has a message for Argentina's detractors: "Nothing was handed to us." The Argentina superstar responded to critics who have been bashing the reigning World Cup champions over perceptions of beneficial officiating and favoritism by the soccer establishment. He said the teams ability to overturn late-game deficits, most recently the semifinal victory over England, is the result of championship pedigree and nothing more. After trailing 1-0 going into the 85th minute, Argentina rallied for a 2-1 win over England on Wednesday to reach the World Cup final. The victory led tens of thousands to flood the streets of Buenos Aires in ecstatic celebrations, and marked another remarkable comeback that showed the perseverance of a team that is now one win from a back-to-back titles. Argentina faces Spain in Sunday's final. Argentina earlier survived by beating Cape Verde and Switzerland in extra time, and rallied for an improbable 3-2 victory over Egypt after coming back from being down 2-0 with 11 minutes of regulation time to play. But both the Swiss and Egyptian coaches criticized the refereeing. Egypt's Hossam Hassan went as far as to say that his team was the victim of a soccer establishment that favored Messi and Argentina. The comments fueled criticism sparked by fans who argue that the FIFA bracket favored La Albiceleste, and unfounded allegations on social media claiming that the soccer governing body wants Argentina to once again become World Cup champion. "Weve been the best over these past four years, either you like it or not, and no matter what anyone says," Messi said after the win over England. "Once again, weve established ourselves among the top two teams in the world. That proves that everything weve done is no fluke and that nothing was handed to us." The game against Switzerland swung on a call that riled up those who believe Argentina has been favored by World Cup officials. The Swiss had just tied the game at 1-1 on Dan Ndoyes goal in the 67th minute when Leandro Paredes was shown a yellow card for a tackle on Breel Embolo. But video showed the Swiss player falling before the Argentina midfielder made contact with him, and since Embolo received a yellow card earlier in the match, he was sent off and Switzerland was left to defend with 10 players. "We were punished because of a rule that in my opinion is completely unacceptable," Swiss coach Murat Yakin said after the game. "Its very painful that we were eliminated that way. I dont think we deserve that today, and in my opinion, my boys are the real heroes." Meanwhile, the Egyptian Football Association had said it "cannot remain silent" after what it believed was unfair and biased officiating in Egypts loss against Argentina. Argentina's team had not acknowledged the complaints on officiating and FIFA. In previous press conferences, Argentine coach Lionel Scaloni had even advised journalists asking about the matter "not to consume so much social media." But after the victory over England, the reigning champions fought back. "Reaching two consecutive World Cup finals is something very few achieve, and this group did it," Messi said. "If we had lost to England, there would have been people coming out to spout some nonsense, but we didnt give them the chance." Wednesdays semifinal was the latest chapter in a long-running feud that has transcended the field to encompass British control over the disputed Falkland Islands, which Argentina calls the Malvinas and claims as its sovereign territory. The British government on Thursday urged FIFA to investigate Argentinas team after players celebrating their victory over England posed with a banner handed over by fans, reading "Las Malvinas son Argentinas" "The Malvinas are Argentine." Enzo Fernandez acknowledged that his goal celebration, which leveled the score at 1-1, was aimed at Argentina's critics. The Chelsea midfielder first cupped his hands to his ears, a gesture interpreted in soccer as a challenge to critics. Then, he opened and closed his fingers, as if inviting them to keep talking. "There was a lot of talk; it was a mix of euphoria and frustration," Fernandez said. Scaloni, for his part, stated in the post-semifinal press conference that "this talk of help will always exist; it doesnt bother me." "With VAR today, its very difficult to get help; it would have to be glaringly obvious. We knew there was no help." Reporting by the Associated Press.

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In his latest Bleacher Report update, NBA insider Jake Fischer revealed that both sides have taken a significant step since the Pistons cleared key cap space via the Caris LeVert trade, which could be allotted to Duren's next contract. "There's been momentum and positive direction between Duren and the Pistons. And ever since that Caris LeVert trade for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris, that opened up the cap space for Detroit to give Jalen Duren his 25% max contract that he is looking for," Fischer claimed. "I do think they're getting close. That's my latest understanding of that situation. I don't know exactly how close or when to expect it, but definitely closer than when they were before that trade. And I think that trade was indicative of some positive movement between Detroit and Jalen Duren."BasketNewsBasketNewsMore on Jalen Duren: Recent HoopsHype RumorsThe Pistons would prefer to keep Duren rather than cooperate in a sign-and-trade (the Kings, for example, were known to be offering big man Domantas Sabonis). But a league source, granted anonymity to discuss negotiations still in progress, told The Athletic that signing Duren is Detroits No. 1 offseason priority and the team is confident itll come to an agreement with Duren. Both sides want to get a deal done that makes sense for everyone involved, the source said. 7/16/2026 New York TimesOh No He Didn't: Chris Haynes on Jalen Duren: "If he takes that (qualifying offer)...he really wants out, he is fed up...he doesn't want to be there. Even if that's the case I would say do not do that" 7/16/2026 x.comSiriusXM NBA Radio: He's ours, we're happy to have him. I know Trajan Langdon is excited, JB Bickerstaff loves him. He's ours and hopefully, we get things worked out. Pistons advisor Dwane Casey discusses Jalen Durens playoff struggles and how Detroits front office is feeling as both sides have yet to come to an extension 7/13/2026 x.comKeith Smith: Factoring in the reported contracts for John Collins, Kevin Huerter & Javonte Green and the Gary Harris/Taurean Prince acquisitions, I've got the Pistons at about $42.8M under the luxury tax. That's enough room to give Jalen Duren a 25% of the cap max without going into the tax. 7/7/2026 x.comThe primary reason the Lakers likely chose Kessler over offering a max deal to Detroit Pistons restricted free agent Jalen Duren is that Kessler is one of the NBAs best rim protectors. Hes the kind of interior presence a team needs if its going to employ Doni and Reaves on the perimeter as primary playmakers. In 2024-25, Kesslers last full(ish) season, he contested 7.5 shots per game at the rim, according to NBA.com, which tied for the fifth-most in the league. On those shots, he allowed opponents to shoot just 54.8 percent. Among the 16 players in the league to contest at least six shots per game that season, that percentage ranked third behind only Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren, who were the top two finalists for Defensive Player of the Year this season. In the three full seasons he has played, Kessler has blocked at least 2.3 shots per game. 7/2/2026 New York TimesThe Pistons have maintained their stance that theyre not interested in sign-and-trade scenarios for Jalen Duren and will continue to try to bridge the gap between both sides and get a deal done. Duren and Domantas Sabonis share the same agency, The Team. With Sabonis, 30, naturally looking to compete in the prime of his career instead of beginning a rebuild, and the Kings exploring the trade market for Sabonis, Zach LaVine, and DeMar DeRozan, its easy to see why this Duren sign-and-trade scenario would appeal to Sacramento. On paper, however, going from the 22-year-old Duren to the 30-year-old Sabonis, whos owed $94.08 million over the next two years, isnt prudent for Detroit. 7/2/2026 HoopsHypeDuren was told by the Lakers in the meeting that they view him as a maximum-salary level player, according to the sources, who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe ongoing deliberations. The 22-year-old received a similar message of strong interest from the Sacramento Kings, who also met with Duren on Tuesday and indicated that they will continue to explore sign-and-trade scenarios to land him. 7/1/2026 New York TimesDetroit Pistons restricted free agent center Jalen Duren had a productive meeting with the Lakers on Tuesday and is scheduled to meet with them again on Wednesday morning, league sources told The Athletic. 7/1/2026 New York TimesShams Charania: Lakerspresident Rob Pelinka has been in themidst ofmultiplemeetings with freeagents. That includes restricted freeagents like Walker Kessler and JalenDuren. That includes other unrestrictedfree agents as well. They're going toprioritize some size, shooting,backcourt help. I think all of it. 7/1/2026 YouTubeJake Fischer: Detroit has maintained a stance that they wont sign-and-trade franchise center Jalen Duren. But key starter Tobias Harris is leaving the Pistons, unless he ultimately would want to return to Detroit on a very reduced salary. 7/1/2026 x.comThis article originally appeared on Hoops Hype: Jalen Duren, Pistons getting closer to figuring out his next contract to remain with team?

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Most teenagers spend their time studying, hanging out with friends or getting ready for college. On Thursday, Spain's Lamine Yamal and Pau Cubars are expected to start in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina at New York New Jersey Stadium. If Spain manages to win the World Cup final for just the second time ever, Yamal and Cubars will join an elite list of players who have started in the World Cup final and won it as a teenager. Here is the full list: Coming off of a hat-trick for Brazil in the 1958 World Cup semifinals against France, Pel, at 17 years and 249 days, scored two goals against host nation Sweden to lead Brazil to its first-ever World Cup. At the time, he was the first teenager to start and win a World Cup final. Giuseppe Bergomi started the 1982 World Cup as a substitute for Italy in the quarterfinal against Brazil. Bergomi made the most of his minutes in the memorable 3-2 victory and earned a starting spot in the semifinal. After beating Poland 2-0 in the semifinal, Italy went on to beat West Germany in the final, 3-1. Bergomi was 19 years and 344 days old when the tournament ended. The last player to start and win the World Cup final as a teenager was Kylian Mbapp. Mbapp, France's star striker at the 2018, 2022 and 2026 editions of the tournament, broke out at the 2018 tournament with four goals, including the final goal in the title match against Croatia. Since Mbapp, no teenager has started and won the World Cup final.

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Pat Riley admits it was hard to part ways with multiple players in the blockbuster trade originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.Trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo was a massive investment for the Miami Heat. Since he is one of the league's best players, getting him required a significant trade package. This was a tough decision for team president Pat Riley because he liked the players they parted ways with.The Heat sent Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, and three first-round picks to the Milwaukee Bucks. That was a big-time package for a superstar, and it was a difficult decision for Riley and his front office because they had to give up so much.Pat Riley knows the Heat had to give up so much for Giannis AntetokounmpoGetting a superstar always requires a significant investment. Whether that is through a huge contract in free agency or a big trade, there is always a need for investment in a huge talent. The Heat are well aware of that because they have made massive moves in the past.This includes getting Shaquille O'Neal back in 2004, signing LeBron James and Chris Bosh in 2010, and many more. They are a team that is well known for taking big swings, and Riley has been at the helm for all of those decisions over the past three decades.MORE:The Heat had to give up a significant package to get Giannis AntetokounmpoSwinging for Giannis was an obvious choice to make because the Heat needed a change. They have been toiling in mediocrity for a long while, so getting a superstar was the quickest and most effective remedy for that. However, they did have to give up a lot to get him and Bobby Portis Jr."We gave up a significant price. Hes worth it. Period. Thats how I look at it. Those are 3 very good young players. One has a lot of experience, but the other three are very good young players with huge upside. We dont have to figure out what this player's upside is. He may not even have maxed out yet," Riley said after Antetokounmpo's introductory press conference.Antetokounmpo is hungry to win again, as it has been five years since he won the championship with the Bucks. Now that he is with the Heat, he has improved chances of winning all over again.More NBA news:Pat Riley gets very transparent with the LeBron James pursuitGiannis Antetokounmpo speaks about why he left the #34 jersey number in MilwaukeeThe Heat could trade for a four-time champion later in the offseasonThe Heat are among the contenders to sign LeBron James in the offseasonBam Adebayo recalls what he felt after scoring 83 points against the Wizards