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Mbappé's handshake snub triggers ugly WC scenes as goalkeeper throws ball at him

France's Kylian Mbappe celebrates after the match as France qualify for the quarter finals of the World Cup as Paraguay's Orlando Gill looks dejected as Paraguay are eliminated

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 7:11 AM IST

Canada's historic FIFA World Cup run ends as Morocco march into quarterfinals

Morocco clinched a 3-0 win vs Canada.

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 5:08 AM IST

Why do soccer players lie down during free kicks?

In recent years, free-kick takers have opted for a low, driven shot along the ground.

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 5:08 AM IST

France survive Paraguay scare as Mbappe fires Les Bleus into last eight

Kylian Mbappe scored for France, converting a penalty in the 70th minute.

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 5:15 AM IST

Who is Kylian Mbappe's girlfriend and is she attending the World Cup?

Kylian Mbappe is dating Spanish actress Ester Exposito.

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 3:46 AM IST

Pochettino ramps up anti-spying measures ahead of USA vs Belgium

Mauricio Pochettino is taking extra precautions to keep training details tightly guarded.

Published on Jul 5, 2026, 2:44 AM IST

Witerati | Much ado about Marta, Mbappe & midnight viewing

From Mbappe’s bursts of brilliance to Messi’s magic, football stars are drawing fans into living rooms. (AP)

Updated on Jul 5, 2026, 8:39 AM IST

France vs Paraguay delayed? Philadelphia weather threatens Round of 16 clash

Weather concerns could disrupt the scheduled France vs Paraguay kickoff at Philadelphia Stadium.

Published on Jul 5, 2026, 1:12 AM IST

‘They kicked the crap out of me’: Messi after Cabo Verde push Argentina to brink

Lionel Messi vs Cabo Verde in FIFA World Cup 2026.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 9:31 PM IST

Ronaldo-Yamal, Messi-Salah headline World Cup 2026 last 16 star battles

Lamine Yamal for Spain and Cristiano Ronaldo for Portugal.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 6:46 PM IST

Mourinho message crowns Cabo Verde hero's World Cup run despite Argentina defeat

Sidny Lopes Cabral celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 match.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 4:36 PM IST

England team booed upon arrival at their Mexico hotel ahead of round of 16 tie

Jude Bellingham gets off the bus at the hotel where England will stay in Mexico City ahead of their World Cup round of 16 soccer match against co-hosts Mexico.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 3:58 PM IST

Vozinha reveals Lionel Messi told him, 'Your people should be proud of you'

Cape Verde's Vozinha shook hands with Argentina's Lionel Messi after the match.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 1:36 PM IST

England-Mexico World Cup tie to proceed as planned after FIFA's U-turn

Match between England and Mexico will now go on as planned.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 1:10 PM IST

Cabo Verde ask questions as Argentina escape with narrow World Cup win

With the defending champions playing tournament debutants Cabo Verde, a goal-fest was expected. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jul 4, 2026, 11:49 AM IST

Lionel Messi pays ultimate respect to Cape Verde after Argentina get out of jail

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi reacts to a missed chance.

Published on Jul 4, 2026, 11:41 AM IST

Minnows with a mighty heart: How 500,000-strong Cabo Verde made Argentina sweat

Cape Verde players were emotional after they got knocked out by Argentina.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 11:18 AM IST

Why have England players been allowed to use viagra ahead of WC tie vs Mexico

Thomas Tuchel has given his go ahead to the players

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 10:01 AM IST

Full FIFA World Cup Round of 16 schedule: Portugal vs Spain biggest highlight

Check out the full FIFA World Cup Round of 16 schedule.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 9:10 AM IST

Messi incomparable, but Cape Verde expose Argentina's dependence on him

Lionel Messi scored a goal and played crucial roles in the other two as well against Cape Verde.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 9:58 AM IST

Egypt game masterstroke? Why players watched Mbappe before penalty shoot

Egypt's coaching staff was spotted showing players footage of Kylian Mbappé's penalty against Australia goalkeeper Mathew Ryan before a dramatic shootout.

Published on Jul 4, 2026, 7:39 AM IST

Lionel Messi ties with Diego Maradona to achieve FIFA World Cup assists record

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi celebrates scoring his team's first goal vs Cape Verde.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 7:18 AM IST

Argentina end Cape Verde’s dream WC run but not before being pushed to the limit

Argentina defeated Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time.

Updated on Jul 4, 2026, 6:51 AM IST

Prince William reveals the big culture shock for UK fans at 2026 World Cup

Prince William told Travis Kelce that huge American stadiums, more than anything else, could surprise British fans at World Cup.

Published on Jul 4, 2026, 1:53 AM IST

Modric blasts VAR over Ronaldo's penalty, disputes offside verdict in huge claim

Luka Modric slammed VAR and the referee.

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 10:06 PM IST

World Cup Round of 32 Predictions: Argentina to end Cape Verde fairytale

Argentina shouldn't have any problems against Cape Verde.

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 5:05 PM IST

Explained: How and why VAR disallowed Croatia's equaliser vs Portugal

Croatia's Igor Matanovic reacts after a missed chance.

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 12:33 PM IST

Ronaldo's World Cup hopes live on, but Spain demand more than a penalty

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a penalty against Croatia in the round of 32 clash.

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 10:18 AM IST

England delay travel to Mexico due to ‘spying’ concerns ahead of WC tie: Report

England have decided to delay their travel to Mexico

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 8:31 AM IST

Cristiano Ronaldo sets the record straight, opens up on retirement chatter

Cristiano Ronaldo opened up on the possibility of retiring after the FIFA World Cup

Updated on Jul 3, 2026, 12:52 PM IST

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