The Manipur government has declared a holiday for all schools, colleges and universities on Monday to allow students to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between defending champions Argentina and Spain, scheduled to begin at 12.30 am
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente confirmed Lamine Yamal has recovered from a knock and will be available for Sunday's FIFA World Cup final against Argentina. He also ruled out man-marking Lionel Messi as Spain chases its first World Cup title since 2010.
Lionel Messi said Argentina will "give it our all" against Spain in Sunday's FIFA World Cup final. Speaking at Fanatics Fest in New York, the Argentine captain expressed confidence as the defending champions chase a second successive World Cup title.