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Khalid Jamil predicts a tough World Cup final, torn between Messi and in-form Spain
Indian football team head coach Khalid Jamil is torn between his heart and his mind for the FIFA World Cup final. While his heart roots for Lionel Messi and defending champions Argentina, his mind suggests Spain might just have the last laugh.
Tuchel praises positives from England's dramatic World Cup third-place finish: 'Players can be proud of that'
England manager Thomas Tuchel focuses on positives after the Three Lions sealed a thrilling victory over France in a dramatic 2026 World Cup third-place playoff clash on Sunday.
Kylian Mbappe takes lead over Messi in all-time World Cup goal count as Golden Boot race heats up
Kylian Mbappe overtook Lionel Messi to become the all‑time leading individual goal-scorer in World Cup history after netting twice in France’s 6‑4 defeat to England in the third‑place playoff.
Saka hat-trick propels England to 6-4 victory over Mbappe-led France in wild third-place match
Bukayo Saka fired a stunning hat‑trick to lead England to a 6‑4 victory over France in the World Cup third‑place playoff. The clash produced the highest‑scoring World Cup game since Hungary’s 10‑1 win over El Salvador in 1982.
Can MLS leverage the 2026 World Cup success to become a major powerhouse in U.S. sports leagues?
With the curtain falling on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Major League Soccer has stepped into the spotlight, aiming to convert millions of new fans hooked on the game.
Japan Open: PV Sindhu progresses to final after Chen Yufei forced to retire in semifinal
Two‑time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu advanced to her first final in over two years after Tokyo Olympics champion Chen Yufei retired midway through their semifinal at the Japan Open.
FIFA's 'most inclusive' World Cup failed as US visa curbs shut out fans, rights groups say
FIFA's promise of hosting the "most inclusive" World Cup has come under scrutiny after the Sport & Rights Alliance said strict U.S. visa policies prevented many fans, workers and even officials from attending the tournament.
World Cup final preview: Can Messi inspire Argentina against Spain's unbeaten machine?
Lionel Messi's Argentina take on unbeaten Spain in the FIFA World Cup final as experience meets youth, passion faces precision, and Lamine Yamal looks to announce a new era on football's biggest stage.
FIFA World Cup 2026 final: These 2 Indian airports are hosting live screening
Passengers travelling through Mumbai and Bengaluru airports during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final will be able to catch the action live from dedicated screening zones inside the terminals. The initiative reflects football's growing popularity in India while enhancing the airport experience for travellers.
Cricket legend Sir Garfield Sobers, champion West Indies all-rounder, dies at 89
The cricketing icon leaves behind a remarkable legacy built on his extraordinary achievements with the bat, ball and in the field.
Slovenian Slavko Vincic appointed to officiate 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain
Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic has been appointed to officiate the 2026 World Cup final between Argentina and Spain on Sunday. It is the second consecutive World Cup final where Argentina, now defending champions, will face a European opponent under the watch of a European referee.
Injury alarm rings in Spain camp as Lamine Yamal skips team training session ahead of World Cup final
Spain endured a major scare ahead of the 2026 World Cup final after 19‑year‑old winger Lamine Yamal sat out of training due to an injury scare.
Tuchel takes the blame, but England's World Cup exit was about more than tactics
Thomas Tuchel's defensive decisions have come under heavy scrutiny after England's semi-final defeat to Argentina, but the loss also exposed deeper structural issues and the enduring brilliance of Lionel Messi, who once again proved decisive on the biggest stage.
Argentina's controversial Falkland Islands banner after World Cup win over England draws FIFA investigation
FIFA has opened an investigation into the controversial Falklands banner displayed by Argentina’s players following their 2‑1 semifinal victory over England at the 2026 World Cup in Atlanta.
Lionel Messi dismisses referee favouritism claims after Argentina reach World Cup final: ‘Nothing was handed to us’
Lionel Messi has responded to allegations of referee favouritism and FIFA bias after Argentina reached the FIFA World Cup final, insisting the reigning champions earned their success through resilience and consistency.
Spain's World Cup preparations hit by hazardous air from Canadian wildfires
Spain trained outdoors in northern New Jersey despite hazardous air quality caused by smoke from Canadian wildfires, raising concerns among health experts ahead of the World Cup final
Deschamps' farewell and Mbappe's record bid add intrigue to France-England playoff
France and England meet in Saturday's World Cup third-place playoff after painful semi-final exits, with Didier Deschamps taking charge of France for the last time and Kylian Mbappe chasing more World Cup history in what is otherwise a low-stakes contest.
Joe Root's masterclass helps England level ODI series as Rohit Sharma struggles again
Joe Root's unbeaten 99 led England to a 4-wicket win over India, leveling the ODI series. Kohli (65) and Iyer (66) starred for India.
FIFA World Cup 2026: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer wishes Argentina and Spain well ahead of final
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer wished Argentina and Spain well ahead of the FIFA World Cup final but added "especially Spain" after backing calls for a FIFA probe into Argentina's Falklands banner.
Lionel Messi checks out Jordan Pickford’s penalty tips on bottle; his reaction goes viral | WATCH
As Argentina celebrated a thrilling 2‑1 victory over England in the 2026 World Cup semifinal, Messi was spotted examining Jordan Pickford’s water bottle, which contained unique tactical notes.
Aman Sehrawat crowned men's 57kg freestyle champion at Budapest tournament, wins gold
U23 Asian Champion Aman Sehrawat produced a commanding display to clinch gold in the men’s 57kg freestyle category at the Polyak Imre, Varga Janos & Kozma Istvan Memorial Senior Ranking Tournament 2026.
Jude Bellingham hits Valentin Barco in heated exchange after Argentina's victory over England | WATCH
Midfielder Jude Bellingham did not hold his emotions back following England's elimination from the 2026 World Cup final as he struck Argentina's Valentin Barco on the head.
'Gutted' Harry Kane rues England's heartbreaking World Cup semifinal defeat to Argentina
Harry Kane was upset after England were knocked out of the 2026 World Cup after being defeated by Argentina 2-1 in the semifinal on Thursday in Atlanta.
IOC stands by reinstatement of Russian Olympic Committee despite EU's push for funding reductions
The IOC defended its decision to provisionally lift the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee after nine European Union member states urged Brussels to halt funding for sports bodies that have re‑admitted Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Argentina celebrates win over England with Falklands banner. Why is this controversial?
After their 2-1 win against England at the World Cup, Argentina celebrated by waving a banner that read ‘Las Malvinas Son Argentinas (The Malvinas are Argentine)’. The banner refers to the 74-day Falklands Island war of 1982, where nearly 650 Argentinian soldiers died. This act could lead to the Lionel Messi side being sanctioned as it is in contravention of FIFA rules
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia to lead ICC Governance Review Committee
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia has been appointed head of the ICC's newly formed Governance Review Committee and has also been named to the Franchise Leagues Committee. The decisions were taken during the ICC Annual Meetings, where the board also approved a USD 12.82 million loan to Cricket West Indies
Referee decisions spark controversy as 19 fouls mar first half of Argentina-England World Cup semifinal clash
Tensions were sky high during the Argentina vs England 2026 FIFA World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, with the first half of the game having a total of 19 fouls in between both sides.
Thomas Tuchel: England's World Cup heartbreak is not a curse
England manager Thomas Tuchel has dismissed suggestions that his side's latest World Cup semi-final defeat was part of a long-standing curse, insisting Argentina's dramatic comeback was decided by football rather than history. The German also defended his tactical decisions after criticism of England's late collapse
Messi inspires Argentina's dramatic comeback against England to reach World Cup final
England were minutes away from the World Cup final before Argentina produced another remarkable comeback. Inspired by Lionel Messi, the defending champions scored twice in the closing stages to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory and set up a blockbuster final against European champions Spain
‘Kick Argentina out of World Cup’: Why fans are calling for FIFA to oust Lionel Messi’s team
A petition has earned more than 10 million signatures from football fans, demanding that FIFA oust Argentina from the World Cup. The plea states that the football body has shown favouritism towards Lionel Messi and his team. But what are these claims of bias?