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Records broken, giants fall, underdogs rise: FIFA WC enters knockout madness

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 10:11 IST

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - JUNE 27: Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates.

Portugal coach clears air on why Ronaldo wasn't rested for Colombia clash

Cristiano Ronaldo #7 of Portugal warms up.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 10:02 IST

Round of 32 fixtures after group stage comes to an end in FIFA World Cup 2026

France look the strongest among all teams!

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 05:52 IST

Brazil warned against Japan as Samurai Blue's giant-killing rise adds danger

Vinicius Junior and Endrick during Brazil's final Group stage match.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 05:52 IST

Austria, Algeria trade goals in stoppage time, both advance with 3-3 draw

A fantastic game by all means.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 04:56 IST

ARG breathe easy, POR, ESP, FRA, GER face early elimination danger

Cristiano Ronaldo vs Lamine Yamal may happen in Round of 16.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 09:38 IST

Lionel Messi makes more World Cup history as Argentina beat Jordan 3-1

Lionel Messi came on as a substitute and scored a fantastic free-kick goal.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 05:28 IST

Messi benched after 20 years, history returns: 2006 WC call that still stings

Lionel Messi in the 2006 World Cup.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 03:08 IST

No Ronaldo vs Messi showdown: Why POR won't meet ARG before final

Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 02:46 IST

POR saved by VAR: Davinson Sanchez's goal gets ruled out, COL miss famous win

A late goal by Davinson Sanchez against Portugal was judged offside by the VAR check.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 02:23 IST

COL top Group K after stalemate with POR as DR Congo storm into Round of 32

Cristiano Ronaldo failed to impress against Colombia.

Published on Jun 28, 2026 01:59 IST

Jordan vs Argentina Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi fires 3-1 ARG win

Jordan vs Argentina Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi on target again.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 04:21 IST

England top Group L as Croatia beat Ghana, but Black Stars survive

England finished top of Group K

Published on Jun 27, 2026 23:09 IST

Portugal vs Colombia Highlights: Ronaldo's lacklustre night puts POR 2nd

Portugal vs Colombia LIVE Score: Cristiano Ronaldo has struggled to find rhythm against Colombia.

Updated on Jun 28, 2026 01:36 IST

Erling Haaland breaks silence on shock benching in Norway's World Cup defeat

Norway's Erling Haaland was benched for the France game.

Published on Jun 27, 2026 14:58 IST

Vozinha fires warning before Messi showdown as Cape Verde set up Argentina clash

Cape Verde's Vozinha had a message for Lionel Messi's Argentina.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 12:52 IST

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi launches scathing attack on FIFA and Gianni Infantino

Iran's Mehdi Taremi criticised FIFA and Gianni Infantino.

Published on Jun 27, 2026 11:26 IST

Trossard nets brace as Belgium enter knockout stage in style with 5-1 win

Leandro Trossard scored a brace against New Zealand.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 06:04 IST

Lionel Messi to start on bench vs Jordan as Argentina prioritise knockout stage

Lionel Messi won't start against Jordan.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 05:45 IST

Cape Verde prove the World Cup belongs to dreamers too

Cape Verde scripted football history to qualify for the knockout stage in FIFA World Cup.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 05:46 IST

Muslera's costly howler sends Uruguay crashing out of FIFA World Cup

Uruguay players react following loss to Spain.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 02:45 IST

Cape Verde extend World Cup fairytale to set up Argentina meeting

Cape Verde team members celebrate after qualifying for round of 32.

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 02:19 IST

Spain vs Uruguay: Baena's goal sends Uruguay crashing out

Spain vs Uruguay FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE Score: Follow Latest Updates

Updated on Jun 27, 2026 02:48 IST

Austria vs Algeria: The WC grudge match born from football's greatest betrayal

Algeria face Austria on Saturday.

Published on Jun 26, 2026 22:00 IST

World Cup: Dembele dazzles with first-half hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1

Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick for France.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 21:25 IST

If commerce rules, hydration break may be here to stay

Australia takes a drink during a hydration break in the FIFA World Cup 2026 match between Paraguay and Australia at San Francisco Bay Area Stadium on June 25, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Getty Images)

Published on Jun 26, 2026 21:01 IST

France vs Norway World Cup: Dembele scores stunning hat-trick in 4-1 win

France vs Norway World Cup: Ousmane Dembele scored a first-half hat-trick.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 21:26 IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: With goals and steel, the Dutch are showing they’re contenders

Netherlands' head coach Ronald Koeman during the 2026 World Cup Group football match between Tunisia and the Netherlands at the Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City on June 25. (AFP)

Published on Jun 26, 2026 13:46 IST

Against all odds: South Africa seal historic first FIFA World Cup knockout berth

FIFA World Cup: South Africa have qualified for the knockouts.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 13:38 IST

FIFA World Cup: Neuer’s fall, Ecuador’s rise

Germany's goalkeeper Manuel Neuer during the 2026 World Cup Group E football match between Ecuador and Germany at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. (AFP)

Published on Jun 26, 2026 12:31 IST

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