Rodri denies Lionel Messi the Golden Ball as Spain wins 2026 World Cup
Rodri sensationally snatched the Golden Ball from Lionel Messi’s grasp and secured his place as the standout performer of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after leading Spain to a narrow 1-0 win over Argentina in the final. In a tournament where Messi was widely tipped to capture a record-breaking second consecutive Golden Ball, the Spanish