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Lionel Messi's intense confrontation with Portuguese World Cup referee sparks buzz | WATCH
Lionel Messi was seen in a heated exchange with Portuguese referee João Pinheiro during Argentina’s 2026 World Cup quarterfinal clash against Switzerland in Kansas City on Sunday.

Why was Breel Embolo sent off in Switzerland-Argentina World Cup quarterfinal? VAR decision sparks outrage
Swiss forward Breel Embolo was left devastated after being sent off in the high‑octane clash, a turning point that shifted momentum away from the spirited Swiss side on Sunday in Kansas City.

India-born billionaire Vinod Khosla buys Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks in a historic deal
A group led by Indian-origin billionaire Vinod Khosla has formally purchased the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks, with the NFL team announcing the news on Saturday.

Argentina snatches late extra-time winner to defeat 10-Man Switzerland, reach World Cup semifinals
Julian Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez struck deep into extra time to seal Argentina’s dramatic 3‑1 quarterfinal victory over 10‑man Switzerland on Saturday, setting up a blockbuster semifinal clash against England in Atlanta on Wednesday.

Controversy erupts during England-Norway World Cup quarters after Bellingham's equaliser sparks furore; FIFA issues statement
England striker Jude Bellingham's equaliser against Norway in the first-half during the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal sparked a controversy, and FIFA had to issue a statement to douse the drama.

Noskova outlasts Muchova to claim maiden Wimbledon title in thrilling all-Czech final
Linda Noskova survived the agony of squandering five match points to outlast compatriot Karolina Muchova and capture her maiden Grand Slam crown, extending the Czech Republic's remarkable Wimbledon success story.

Norwegian fans celebrate historic World Cup run despite quarter-final loss to England
While the sting of defeat by England was palpable, thousands of Norwegian fans poured onto the streets of Oslo in the early hours of Sunday to transform their final World Cup night into a celebration of a historic tournament run.

Jude Bellingham's brace sinks Norway as England reach 2026 World Cup semifinals
Jude Bellingham fired England into the semi‑finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a brace, including a dramatic extra‑time winner in Miami. The win marked England’s fourth semi‑final appearance in World Cup history.

Animesh Kujur runs fastest-ever 100m by an Indian abroad, finishes second in Germany
Commonwealth Games‑bound sprinter Animesh Kujur etched his name into history by clocking the fastest‑ever 100m time by an Indian on foreign soil at the Fast Arms Fast Legs meet.

Harry Kane brushes off parallels with Erling Haaland ahead of Norway-England showdown: 'We're completely different'
Harry Kane expressed admiration for Erling Haaland before they face off against each other during the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal showdown between England and Norway in Miami.

Belgium goalkeeper crushed by costly error that ended World Cup semifinal hopes; Courtois stands by teammate
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois backed up young goalkeeper Senne Lammens after his costly error helped Spain advance to the 2026 World Cup semifinal on Saturday.

Why Norway's World Cup star Erling Haaland's decade-old rap song is suddenly everywhere
Before becoming a football superstar, Erling Haaland recorded a rap song with his Norway youth teammates. Here's why the 2016 track is going viral during the FIFA World Cup.

Sarvesh Kushare dazzles in Monaco, earns podium on Diamond League debut
Indian national high jump record holder Sarvesh Kushare delivered a sensational performance at the Monaco Diamond League, finishing third at the men's high jump event.

Lionel Messi is the best, but Argentina are beatable, insist confident Switzerland
Switzerland have praised Lionel Messi ahead of their FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Argentina but insist they have identified weaknesses in the defending champions and believe they can pull off a major upset.

Mikel Merino on target as Spain edge Belgium 2-1 to reach World Cup semis
Spain booked their place in the semi‑finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a dramatic 2‑1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles. La Roja now march into a blockbuster showdown against France, promising one of the most anticipated clashes of the tournament.

How the 2026 FIFA World Cup is inspiring America's next generation of footballers
The 2026 World Cup is inspiring youth football growth in the US, but experts say grassroots access and reforming the pay-to-play system are key to unlocking America’s football potential

Duck, Decrees and Drama: How the World Cup has transcended sports to become celebration of life
Co‑hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the 2026 World Cup has united fans worldwide in passion, respect, and solidarity, turning football into a global celebration of humanity.

PM Modi and Australian PM Albanese reveal strategic roadmap for bilateral sports partnership
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese jointly unveiled the India‑Australia Sports Collaboration Roadmap at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Friday.

PM Albanese confirms Australia's support for India's 2036 Olympic hosting bid: 'I'm certain Australia will support'
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has backed India’s bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games, marking a significant show of support for New Delhi’s ambitions on the global sporting stage.

Final whistle for a Legend as Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream ends in heartbreak
At 41, Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo bowed out after his 27th World Cup appearance, admitting he gave his all but leaving without the one trophy that eluded him.

Harry Brook, Phil Salt power England to series-clinching win over India, Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 80 goes in vain
Harry Brook and Phil Salt smashed unbeaten fifties as England defeated India by nine wickets in the fourth T20I to take an unassailable 3-0 lead. Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 80 went in vain.

Morocco fans flood London streets, clash with riot cops after World Cup elimination by France
London descended into chaos after Moroccan fans flooded the streets in protest following France’s 2‑0 victory in the 2026 World Cup quarterfinal at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

Kylian Mbappe sets new record, becomes fastest player to reach historic FIFA World Cup goal landmark
Kylian Mbappe attained two huge records during his latest FIFA World Cup appearance against Morocco in the quarterfinal, where Les Blues sealed a 2-0 victory to advance ahead.

Muchova outlasts Gauff to set up all-Czech Wimbledon final
Karolina Muchova saved a match point and edged Coco Gauff in a dramatic Wimbledon semi-final to reach her maiden final at the All England Club. She will face fellow Czech Linda Noskova after the ninth seed eased past Marta Kostyuk to set up an all-Czech title clash

Mbappe scores as France beat Morocco 2-0 to reach World Cup semi-finals
Kylian Mbappe recovered from a missed penalty to score as France beat Morocco 2-0 and reached a third consecutive World Cup semi-final. Ousmane Dembele also struck, while Les Bleus kept a third straight knockout clean sheet to stay on course for another deep tournament run

Aswath S becomes India's 98th Grandmaster, 17-year-old secures third GM norm with win over FM Vaidyanathan
India is on the brink of a historic milestone in chess, with 17‑year‑old Aswath S becoming the country’s 98th Grandmaster after securing his final norm at the Pune International Grandmaster Round Robin.

Why is the FBI investigating Argentina Football Association's finances?
The FBI and the US Department of Justice are reportedly examining the Argentine Football Association's financial operations in the United States. From hundreds of millions of dollars in commercial revenue to alleged money laundering concerns, here's everything known so far about the preliminary investigation

Russian Athletics Federation approach CAS to seek reversal of World Athletics ban
The Russian Athletics Federation announced it will appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) after World Athletics extended the blanket ban on Russian track and field athletes.

Messi, Ronaldo retirement buzz: Doctor explains why 40 marks end of many sports careers
As Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continue to defy expectations well into their late thirties, questions about retirement have become increasingly common. But according to Dr Priyadarshi Amit, Sports Surgery Lead at Amrita Hospital, Faridabad, the biggest challenge isn't motivation or skill - it's biology

FIFA douses officiating bias row following Argentina's victory over Egypt: 'Unfounded allegations have no place'
FIFA refereeing head Gianluigi Collina rebutted accusations against match officials after Argentina eliminated Egypt from the 2026 World Cup after sealing a dramatic 3-2 victory.