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Goals from distance make a comeback

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 15:42 IST

France's forward Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring his team's third goal against Senegal at the New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford. (AFP)

Czechia vs South Africa, FIFA World Cup: RSA survive, CZE held to 1-1 draw

Czechia vs South Africa Highlights, FIFA World Cup: South Africa's Teboho Mokoena scored the equaliser against Czechia.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 18:06 IST

From Messi's Argentina to England's warning sign: World Cup games you can't miss

Lionel Messi and Argentina face Austria in their second group stage match.

Published on Jun 18, 2026 14:27 IST

Lionel Messi inspires bold Argentina prediction from Mauricio Pochettino

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria.

Published on Jun 18, 2026 13:04 IST

What the opening round tells us about World Cup 2026

Colombian fan, called "El Cole" gestures ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group K football match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 12:19 IST

Harry Kane's Croatia brace was a reminder of England's greatest strength

Harry Kane bagged a brace against Croatia.

Published on Jun 18, 2026 11:41 IST

Ronaldo faces harsh criticism from former stars: ‘He is never going to be Messi'

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score during his side's 1-1 draw vs DR Congo.

Published on Jun 18, 2026 10:53 IST

Nadal reacts to Messi's revelation about taking inspiration from his documentary

Rafael Nadal replied to Lionel Messi on his Instagram story.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 08:48 IST

CR7 under fire, but Martinez remains defiant: 'Made no sense to take him off'

Cristiano Ronaldo misfired against DR Congo.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 08:11 IST

Brazil's Ronaldo tells everyone not to hide from the fact that Messi is the GOAT

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 08:24 IST

Luis Diaz dazzles as Colombia outclass Uzbekistan 3-0 to move top of Group K

Luis Diaz scored second goal for Colombia in crucial win.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 05:31 IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: WC ghosts laid to rest as Harry Kane powers England forward

England's Harry Kane (right) celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the World Cup match against Croatia on June 17. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 15:49 IST

England fans lose flag tradition, hydration breaks booed: FIFA faces backlash

England fans were elated after their team won 4-2 against Croatia.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 04:54 IST

Cape Verde hero Vozinha’s mother to get travel visa for Uruguay and other games

Ana Candida Evora, the mother of of Cape Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha, poses for a photograph with other family members.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 07:43 IST

Ronaldo misfires, Fernandes fades in Portugal's World Cup opener

Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes flopped against DR Congo.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 05:12 IST

Ronaldo issues rallying cry after Portugal's disappointing World Cup opener

Cristiano Ronaldo sends message after Portugal's World Cup stumble

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 02:13 IST

Ronaldo's performances not in line with his hype and Portugal are suffering

Cristiano Ronaldo can't afford to have more bad games.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 07:38 IST

Ronaldo called out by Henry after Portugal stumble: ‘Team needs to score…’

Thierry Henry dissects Cristiano Ronaldo's costly decision vs DR Congo

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 01:15 IST

Messi, Mbappe, Haaland and Ronaldo's World Cup 2026 starts analysed

Kylian Mbappe, Cristiano Ronaldo. Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 24:37 IST

England survive Croatia scare as Kane, Bellingham and Tuchel's subs deliver

England's forward Harry Kane scored a brace in their 4-2 win.

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 22:32 IST

Ronaldo stunned! DR Congo script World Cup history, hold Portugal to shock draw

FIFA World Cup: Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in Portugal's 1-1 draw vs DR Congo.

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 19:39 IST

Gill, Ishan tons tame Afghanistan, hand India series

India captain Shubman Gill (L) and Ishan Kishan. (Deepak Gupta/HT)

Published on Jun 17, 2026 17:54 IST

England vs Croatia: Kane bags brace, Bellingham and Kane score in 4-2 victory

England vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup: England opened their campaign with a victory.

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 22:34 IST

Messi camp names ex-Bengal minister in Kolkata chaos, clears organiser

Lionel Messi had visited Kolkata in December last year

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 16:36 IST

From Messi to Mbappe: The joy of the GOAT debate

France's forward Kylian Mbappe. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026 01:59 IST

Messi's tears revealed: Father's health battle fuels inner turmoil

Lionel Messi #10 of Argentina celebrates scoring his team's third and hat trick goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J match between Argentina and Algeria

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 15:40 IST

Portugal vs DR Congo, FIFA World Cup: Ronaldo frustrated, POR 1-1 COD

Portugal vs DR Congo Highlights, FIFA World Cup: Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo failed to score in a 1-1 draw.

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 19:31 IST

Lionel Messi leaves Algeria defender speechless: ‘We tried to stop him’

Aissa Mandi hailed Lionel Messi after Argentina's win.

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 14:35 IST

Zidane Iqbal makes history as first Pakistani-origin World Cup player

Iraq's Zidane Iqbal is given instructions by Iraq coach Graham Arnold before he is substituted on

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 13:28 IST

Why football's oldest men are becoming World Cup 2026's most influential players

Cape Verde's Vozinha celebrates after the match

Updated on Jun 17, 2026 11:34 IST

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