World Cup Wrap: Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Ferran Torres scoring in the 106th minute after Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez was sent off; the final also sparked plenty of talk beyond football, including a spray malfunction that splashed Spain winger Alex Baena. Saudi Football Spotlight: The next World Cup is set for 2030 across Spain, Portugal and Morocco (with centenary openers in Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay), while Saudi Arabia is confirmed as host for 2034—keeping the Kingdom firmly in the global football spotlight. US–Iran Tensions: Gulf markets slid as US strikes on Iran intensified after two US service members were killed in Jordan; the State Department also issued a fresh warning to Americans abroad amid heightened risk of escalation. Yemen Sovereignty Row: Iran’s reported civilian flight to collect Houthi officials for Ali Khamenei’s funeral drew backlash, with Yemen’s Houthis blocking a return attempt and missiles reportedly intercepted near Saudi’s southern border. Sports Business Lens: Commentary around the tournament’s commercial push continued, including debate over FIFA’s hydration-break format and how sponsorship money shapes the game.