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From Zico to Zidane: There’s a lot to the names at the W’Cup

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 12:26 IST

File image of Algeria's Luca Zidane in action at the FIFA World Cup 2026. (Reuters)

Jose Mourinho wants all of his ‘Real Madrid players’ to lose at FIFA World Cup

Jose Mourinho was recently appointed as the Real Madrid manager.

Published on Jun 26, 2026 10:46 IST

Germany ‘punished’ for winning group: Julian Nagelsmann furious over FIFA format

Julian Nagelsmann takes aim at FIFA's World Cup scheduling format

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 08:11 IST

Pedri explains Messi's enduring genius: 'He sees football before everyone else'

Lionel Messi has been in terrific form this World Cup.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 07:02 IST

Turkey stun altered USA lineup 3-2 with last-minute goal in group finale

Turkey defender Kaan Ayhan celebrates after scoring his team's winning goal.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 06:05 IST

World Cup 2026: There’s something about the Dutch

Ronald Koeman, Head Coach of Netherlands, celebrates Netherland's victory. (AFP picture)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 05:26 IST

Ecuador's great escape: From goal drought to World Cup giant-killers

Ecuador qualified for Round of 32 after beating Germany 2-1.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 05:22 IST

World Cup 2026 bracket: Who's facing who in the Round of 32

World Cup 2026 Round of 32 matchups: Full bracket and knockout fixtures

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 03:37 IST

Why Gijon will be on our minds

Not long after West Germany’s Horst Hrubesch scored against Austria, the teams stopped playing.

Published on Jun 26, 2026 02:30 IST

Ivory Coast coach launches scathing attack on Schweinsteiger over racist comment

Ivory Coast coach slams 'racist' comments made by former Germany star Bastian Schweinsteiger.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 02:05 IST

Netherlands set Morocco Round of 32 date after beating Tunisia 3-1

The Dutch celebrate after sealing a place in the Round of 32.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 01:43 IST

Pepe's brace powers Ivory Coast to World Cup knockout rounds for first time

Nicolas Pepe scored brace against Curacao.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 01:17 IST

Ecuador stun Germany with late goal to claim 2-1 win and advance to Round of 32

Ecuador advance to World Cup knockout rounds, beat Germany 2-1

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 01:07 IST

Mourinho predicts FIFA World Cup 2026 title contenders in bold prediction

Jose Mourinho named his favourites to win the 2026 FIFA World Cup title.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 24:48 IST

Duckens Nazon’s journey: From ISL to the World Cup

Duckens Nazon of Haiti controls the ball against New Zealand in the first half during the international friendly match at Chase Stadium on June 02, 2026 in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. (Getty Images)

Published on Jun 25, 2026 21:50 IST

From memes to homegrown heroes: South Africa’s unlikely ascent to the knockouts

South African players celebrate. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026 03:20 IST

Neymar honours Messi with emotional birthday message as World Cup rolls on

Lionel Messi and Neymar shared the dressing room at Barcelona and PSG

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 11:21 IST

Lahm slams FIFA chief Infantino as World Cup faces growing criticism: ‘Sold out’

Gianni Infantino has been criticised for his management of the 2026 World Cup.

Published on Jun 25, 2026 10:38 IST

The Harvard Data Nerd Defending America’s Goal at the World Cup

Matt Freese is the starting goalkeeper for the U.S. men’s national team.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 09:56 IST

Neymar ‘still has the same passion as a young boy’, says Ancelotti

Carlo Ancelotti used Neymar Jr as a substitute.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 09:21 IST

Klopp's amusing Lionel Messi birthday tribute centers on one unforgettable hug

Jurgen Klopp revisits viral Lionel Messi moment while wishing Argentina star on 39th birthday

Published on Jun 25, 2026 07:42 IST

Chhetri explains why Messi and Ronaldo remain football's gold standard

Sunil Chhetri marvels at Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo's longevity:

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 07:10 IST

South Africa reach World Cup knockout for first time after win over South Korea

Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea.

Published on Jun 25, 2026 05:14 IST

Guillermo Ochoa makes appearance in his sixth World Cup as Mexico win 3-0

Guillermo Ochoa makes history with an appearance against Czech Republic.

Published on Jun 25, 2026 04:58 IST

Vinicius Jr writes his name into Brazil folklore with historic World Cup record

Vinicius Jr scripts history with a brace against Scotland.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 04:30 IST

On Messi’s patch, Vini Jr lays down a marker

Reuters photo

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 04:27 IST

‘Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are not in the same conversation’

One has to admit that Michele Grella was quite dismissive about Cristiano Ronaldo.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 03:21 IST

Messi saluted with special birthday t-shirts as teammates send emotional message

Argentina teammates' touching T-shirt tribute to Lionel Messi on 39th birthday.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 02:12 IST

Neymar Jr breaks down in tears after emotional Brazil return ends 981-day wait

Neymar Jr broke down in tears after Brazil vs Scotland match.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 01:28 IST

Neymar makes first Brazil appearance in almost 3 years in win against Scotland

Brazil's Neymar celebrates after the World Cup Group C soccer match against Scotland in Miami Gardens.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026 24:57 IST

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