Richarlison celebrates Argentina’s failure in the final

The reward for the title

After beating Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final, the Spanish National Team not only celebrated the title. Each of the 26 footballers will receive a gross bonus of 750 thousand euros. The previous agreement between the RFEF and the captains established this incentive. FIFA gave 44 million euros to the Spanish federation for the championship.

Players accumulated income as they progressed through the tournament: from the group stage to the final. The main prize is added to these amounts.

How much does net money reach your pockets?

The announced figure is not the one that footballers will see in their account. Premiums are considered income from work and are subject to personal income tax. For those who have tax residence in Spain, the withholding is close to 47%. This means that of the 750 thousand gross euros, the net income is around 397 thousand 500 euros. The rest goes to paying taxes.

Several of the champions play in LaLiga, such as Unai Simón, Pedri, Gavi, Lamine Yamal and Ferran Torres – author of the winning goal -, so they will be taxed under Spanish legislation.

France is left without a medal and without a coach

France was on the verge of a new World Cup final. In the duel for third place, the French lost 4-6 to England at the Miami stadium. The defeat meant goodbye to Didier Deschamps, who coached Les Bleus for 14 years.

The farewell of a historic man

Deschamps had already announced that this tournament would be his last. After the elimination, the French Football Federation (FFF) dedicated a message to him on social networks.

“The FFF thanks the national coach Didier Deschamps for the exceptional work carried out at the head of the France Team. There are trajectories that permanently mark the history of an institution and a country. Forever in the history of French football.”

The statement highlighted his legacy: “Under his authority, for fourteen years, Team France has regained credibility, respect and love by remaining at the highest global level, winning the 2018 World Cup, the 2021 Nations League and reaching several important finals, all while retaining extraordinary consistency.”

The FFF also highlighted that “his mark will remain indelible in Clairefontaine and in the hearts of millions of fans.” They thanked him for the 185 games played and the 120 victories under his management.

An era that leaves its mark

“Didier Deschamps has been able to transmit a culture of performance and responsibility that will remain a reference for future generations. He has accompanied the emergence of numerous internationals, has federated several groups around solid values and has contributed to strengthening the unique bond between the French and their national team,” concluded the FFF.

With the departure of Deschamps, France closes a golden cycle. Now he will look for a new helmsman to face the next World Cup process.

Return to Banorte

Cruz Azul returns home. La Maquina will play this Tuesday, July 21 at the Banorte Stadium for the first time after the 2026 World Cup. It will be against Puebla on date 2 of the Apertura 2026, with the added bonus of doing so as the current champion.

The match was brought forward because the team will play the Champion of Champions against Toluca on Saturday, July 25 in California. The duel is scheduled at 7:00 p.m. and will be broadcast on Vix and TUDN.

Joel Huiqui, light blue coach, arrives undefeated after eight games at the helm: six wins and two draws. On the first day, Cruz Azul came back from 0-2 down against San Luis to win 3-2. That victory left defensive doubts that the coach will have to correct, especially in Willer Ditta and Gonzalo Piovi.

Puebla, led by Gerardo Espinoza, also won its debut as a visitor against Juárez. La Franja seeks to surprise the Colossus of Santa Úrsula, although it will have to improve its defense to stop the celestial attack. The Pueblans were overwhelmed at times in the previous match and only the opponent’s mistakes prevented a tie.

The atmosphere is one of optimism in the Machine. The board reached the agreement to use the stadium after weeks of uncertainty about the venue. Ciudad de los Deportes and Corregidora were mentioned, but finally Banorte will be the celestial home in this tournament.

The match promises emotions. Cruz Azul seeks to maintain its leadership and its positive streak. Puebla wants to confirm its good start.