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Neymar faces criticism after FIFA World Cup 2018 ‘acting’ admission
By Associated Press | Sao Paulo
UPDATED ON JUL 31, 2018 11:32 AM IST
Ridiculed the world over for faking and diving during a disappointing FIFA World Cup 2018 campaign in Russia, Neymar admitted to “exaggerated” reactions saying he is still learning to deal with frustration.
‘I do exaggerate’: Neymar comes clean on FIFA World Cup 2018 diving controversy
By Associated Press | Sao Paulo
UPDATED ON JUL 30, 2018 01:31 PM IST
Neymar said in a video published on Sunday by one of his sponsors that he is now a changed man after all the criticism he received at home and abroad due to the FIFA World Cup 2018 controversy.
Brazil football team coach Tite agrees new contract till 2022
By Reuters | Reuters
UPDATED ON JUL 26, 2018 10:24 AM IST
Although Brazil disappointed at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, exiting to Belgium at the quarter-final stage, the CBF were keen to hold on to Tite, who is both highly rated and popular.
Benjamin Pavard stunner wins FIFA World Cup 2018 goal of the tournament
By HT Correspondent | Omnisport
UPDATED ON JUL 25, 2018 09:51 PM IST
Benjamin Pavard won the FIFA World Cup 2018 goal of the tournament award for his stunning strike against Argentina, FIFA announced on Wednesday.
Cristiano Ronaldo has a body of a 20-year-old according to Juventus medical results - report
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUL 24, 2018 06:14 PM IST
Cristiano Ronaldo was clocked running at 33.98 km at the recently concluded 2018 FIFA World Cup 2018 which was the fastest by any player at the quadrennial event.
Sania Mirza extends support to Mesut Ozil after ‘racism’ controversy
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUL 23, 2018 08:11 PM IST
Sania Mirza expressed sadness at Mesut Ozil announcing his international retirement in controversial circumstances and said that it is completely unacceptable.
With FIFA World Cup 2018, football viewership gets a boost in India
By HT Correspondent | IANS, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUL 22, 2018 03:03 PM IST
For the first 58 matches, the FIFA World Cup 2018 garnered a viewership of 194.1 million impressions, while the combined viewership for the first two India vs England T20 matches was 20.7 million impressions
Witerati: Hugs of Hindostan
By Chetna Keer | Hindustan Times, Chandigarh
UPDATED ON JUL 22, 2018 11:02 PM IST
When Congressional arms appended to party prince Rahul Gandhi strayed ‘n’ stayed interlocked in ‘jaadu ki jhappi’ with the BJP ruling head, it spelt a cue from Narendra Modi’s hug-lomacy.
I couldn’t look at a football after FIFA World Cup 2018, says Brazil’s Neymar
By Agence France-Presse | Praia Grande
UPDATED ON JUL 22, 2018 09:15 AM IST
Neymar, who moved to PSG for a world record 222 million euros ($264 million) last year, insisted that the burden of expectation on his shoulders -- whether with his club or country -- does not weigh heavily.
Qatar ploughs ahead with 2022 FIFA World Cup plans despite crises
By Agence France-Presse | Doha
UPDATED ON JUL 19, 2018 11:15 AM IST
With four and a half years until the 2022 World Cup kicks off, Qatar is ahead of schedule when it comes to venues, related major projects and even paint.
The next senior FIFA World Cup is in France, not Qatar
By Press Trust of India | Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 17, 2018 01:49 PM IST
Apart from a social media campaign, there was little attention put on the (actual) next senior World Cup: the women’s tournament next year in France.
More than 250,000 welcome Croatia home after FIFA World Cup 2018 final
By Associated Press | Zagreb
UPDATED ON JUL 17, 2018 12:56 PM IST
Hundreds of thousands of people wearing national red-and-white checkered colors and waving Croatian flags poured into the streets in the capital Zagreb to greet the team. Observers described the homecoming event as the biggest ever in Croatia.
Thierry Henry quits TV to focus on coaching after Belgium success at FIFA World Cup 2018
By Agence France-Presse | AFP, Brussels
UPDATED ON JUL 17, 2018 05:34 PM IST
Thierry Henry, who had worked for Sky since 2015, has been an assistant to Belgium manager Roberto Martinez since 2016 and helped lead the team to third place at the FIFA World Cup 2018
Kiran Bedi trolled over ‘We Win’ tweet after France’s FIFA World Cup victory
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times, New Delhi
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 06:24 PM IST
Puducherry’s Lieutenant Governor Kiran Bedi said on Monday she was sharing the joy of France’s World Cup win over Croatia with the residents of the Union territory, which was once a French colony
From Chandigarh to FIFA World Cup, Nigerian Emeka Ezeugo traces his journey
By Saurabh Duggal | Hindustan Times, Chandigarh
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 04:34 PM IST
Emeka Ezeugo, a graduate of DAV College, Chandigarh, played for Nigerian football team in the 1994 World Cup
Jorge Sampaoli stands down as Argentina coach after FIFA World Cup 2018 failure
By Reuters | Buenos Aires
PUBLISHED ON JUL 16, 2018 01:59 PM IST
The decision to part ways with Jorge Sampaoli means that Argentina, FIFA World Cup winners in 1978 and 1986, are looking for their fourth coach in four years.
Amitabh Bachchan resembles a mummy as he is wrapped up in yards of sheet against Russian cold. See pic
By HT Correspondent | Hindustan Times
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 12:44 PM IST
This picture of Amitabh Bachchan, wrapped up in yards of sheet with his face hardly visible, will crack you up. In what little is visible of his face, it is clear he is feeling grumpy.
From Diego Maradona’s antics to Neymar’s theatrics: 5 crazy FIFA World Cup 2018 moments
By Agence France-Presse | AFP, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 11:22 AM IST
The FIFA World Cup 2018 provided moments of craziness. A look at the five top moments ranging from Diego Maradona showing middle fingers to fans to Neymar’s rolling theatrics
Putin gives World Cup fans visa-free entry into Russia all year
By Agencies
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 11:51 AM IST
President Vladimir Putin said Russia could be “proud” of its hosting of the football World Cup.
Emmanuel Macron cheers France from stands - then ‘dabs’ in the FIFA World Cup changing room
By Agence France-Presse | AFP, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 11:22 AM IST
Emmanuel Macron leapt to his feet to celebrate France’s goals as he attended the game in Moscow alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and his Croatian counterpart Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic.
Luka Modric says Golden Ball ‘bittersweet’ after FIFA World Cup 2018 defeat
By Agence France-Presse | AFP, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 10:05 AM IST
Luka Modric-led Croatia dominated the opening period of FIFA World Cup 2018 final against France but finally wilted
Pussy Riot upstages Vladimir Putin with protest that halted FIFA World Cup 2018 final
By Associated Press | AP, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 10:05 AM IST
Stewards tackled the three women and one man who charged onto the field simultaneously in the 52nd minute of one of the FIFA World Cup 2018 final. Croatia defender Dejan Lovren pushed the man, helping a steward to detain him, and suggested the incident put Croatia off its game
Vive la France! And a lot of other nations too, as migrant sons lift FIFA World Cup 2018
By Associated Press | AP, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 09:29 AM IST
Immigrants, sons of immigrants and grandsons of immigrants bonded together with scions of families that have been French for generations. About two-thirds of France’s FIFA World Cup 2018 roster included players with immigrant backgrounds, a mini-United Nations of football talent.
They didn’t play football: Croatia’s Dejan Lovren blasts France after FIFA World Cup 2018 loss
By Omnisport | Omnisport, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 09:07 AM IST
Croatia found themselves 2-1 down at half-time against France despite having dominated possession and conceded only one shot on target. Second-half strikes from Paul Pogba and Kylian Mbappe settled the FIFA World Cup 2018 final in France’s favour
Argentina win was the trigger: Didier Deschamps after France’s FIFA World Cup 2018 triumph
By Bhargab Sarmah | Hindustan Times, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 09:04 AM IST
Didier Deschamps identified the win over Argentina in the Round of 16 as the ‘trigger’ for France’s World Cup 2018 triumph
FIFA World Cup final: Golden Antoine Griezmann delivers on the biggest stage
By Reuters | Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 01:04 AM IST
Antoine Griezmann helped France beat Croatia 4-2 in the final of the FIFA World Cup 2018 at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.
Pride and tears for Croatians after World Cup final loss
By Reuters | Reuters, Zagreb
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 01:04 AM IST
Croatia went down 4-2 to France in the finals of the FIFA World Cup 2018 and the country will stage on Monday a welcoming party for the soccer team in Zagreb.
France fans go wild from Paris to Moscow after thrilling FIFA World Cup 2018 win
By Reuters | Moscow/Paris
UPDATED ON JUL 15, 2018 11:49 PM IST
France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the final to win the FIFA World Cup 2018 at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.
FIFA World Cup 2018: England captain Harry Kane wins Golden Boot
By Omnisport | Omnisport, Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 16, 2018 01:04 AM IST
Despite netting only twice from open play, England captain Harry Kane finished as the top scorer at the 2018 World Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia’s Luka Modric wins Golden Ball award
By Omnisport | Moscow
UPDATED ON JUL 15, 2018 11:37 PM IST
Croatia’s Luka Modric was awarded the FIFA World Cup 2018 Golden Ball for being the best player of the tournament, beating Antoine Griezmann and Eden Hazard.