Football

England's WC fate hinges on one question: Stop Messi or cut off his supply line?

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 02:44 pm IST

This combination of file photos created on July 12, 2026, shows Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi (L), and England's forward #09 Harry Kane

World Cup's first fair play moment? Argentina's famous penalty miss vs Mexico

The 1930 World Cup saw a huge fair play gesture from Argentina.

Published on Jul 15, 2026 12:57 pm IST

Spain, Deschamps' kryptonite, exposes the paradox of his glorious France reign

Didier Deschamps, Head Coach of France, reacts with Kylian Mbappe #10 after the 0-2 loss during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 12:36 pm IST

Spain declare themselves 'unbeatable' as World Cup final rivals put on alert

Spain's Mikel Oyarzabal celebrates scoring from the penalty spot the opening goal during a World Cup semifinal soccer match between France and Spain

Published on Jul 15, 2026 10:21 am IST

How Lionel Scaloni can make life easier for Lionel Messi against England

Lionel Messi has scored eight goals in this World Cup.

Published on Jul 15, 2026 09:56 am IST

Mbappe's WC title dream dies, but Golden Boot battle with Messi is far from over

France's Kylian Mbappe looks dejected after the match

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 03:01 pm IST

How Spain dismantled France's fearsome attack to reach World Cup final

France's Kylian Mbappe looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after the match as France are eliminated from the World Cup

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 11:59 am IST

Flat show of France, Kylian Mbappe recalls the 1998 Brazil no show

France's Kylian Mbappe looks dejected after the match.

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 08:42 am IST

Tuchel considers ‘old-school’ plan to stop Messi: 'Man-marking crossed my mind'

Thomas Tuchel spoke about facing Lionel Messi.

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 08:05 am IST

‘We were 3 vs 2 in midfield': Kylian Mbappe pulls no punches after Spain defeat

Kylian Mbappe looks on after France's defeat to Spain.

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 12:10 pm IST

Was France denied by a missed Lamine Yamal handball before Spain's penalty?

Lamine Yamal #19 of Spain is fouled in the box by Lucas Digne #3 of France during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi Final match between France and Spain at Dallas Stadium on July 14, 2026 in Arlington, Texas

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 08:59 am IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain’s perfect game knocks out France

Rodri of Spain celebrates after his team’s 2-0 victory over France during the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jul 15, 2026 08:59 am IST

Didier Deschamps fumes after France's World Cup exit, points to Spain penalty an

France's head coach Didier Deschamps speaks with a sports broadcaster after his team lost the 2026 World Cup football tournament semi-final match between France and Spain at the Dallas Stadium

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 08:59 am IST

Spain's defensive brilliance sends France packing to reach World Cup final

Spain beat France 2-0 to reach FIFA World Cup final.

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 11:59 am IST

France vs Spain: ESP shut down Mbappe's FRA with 2-0 win to reach final

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Updated on Jul 15, 2026 08:59 am IST

Haaland's 6,000-calorie/day ‘Viking diet’: How nutrition works for footballers

Norway's Erling Haaland consumes a 6000-calorie diet to keep up with his nutritional needs as an elite footballer (Reuters)

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 10:46 am IST

Argentina vs England: Messi, Bellingham headline an intriguing contest

By way of a plot twist add that this the first time that Argentina's Lionel Messi is playing against England in the Fifa World Cup semi-final

Updated on Jul 15, 2026 11:09 am IST

Tuchel refuses to fuel England-Argentina rivalry ahead of World Cup semi-final

Thomas Tuchel plays down Argentina rivalry before blockbuster World Cup semi-final.

Updated on Jul 14, 2026 10:15 pm IST

A rivalry history refuses to leave behind

(FILES) Argentine legend Diego Maradona (centre) dribbles past three England defenders on June 22, 1986, in Mexico City during the World Cup quarterfinal. Maradona scored two goals, including the infamous ‘Hand of God’ goal. (AFP)

Published on Jul 14, 2026 09:48 pm IST