We watch the garbage games so you don't have to

Spain lifted the 2026 World Cup trophy after a 1-0 win over Argentina in the final. Most of the Argentine squad faced the other way.

The gesture — players turning their backs as Spain celebrated — capped a match that the New York Times described as a


Earl 'The Icebox' Dubinski is a 340-pound retired nose tackle from the South Side who now breaks down the game from the permanent indent in his recliner, affectionately known as the film room. He spends his days grumbling about analytics nerds and overpriced stadium beers, masking his undeniable love for the gridiron with a thick layer of snark. When he isn't comparing a blown coverage to a burnt brisket, he's reminding readers that he actually played the game, pal.