FIFA Caps World Cup With Glitzy, Star-Powered Final

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — FIFA wanted a big finish, and it got one.

Soccer's global governing body created a massive spectacle for its World Cup final. FIFA staged an extensive pre-match closing ceremony, a star-studded halftime show, and a glitzy post-match presentation featuring U.S. President Donald Trump crashing the trophy lift. On the pitch, Spain defeated Argentina 1–0 in an extra-time thriller.