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Post-World Cup 2018 final press conference interrupted as France swim in joy

France players barged in to the room when coach Didier Deschamps addressed the media after the World Cup 2018 win, with midfielder Paul Pogba even dancing in front of world press.

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Updated on Jul 16, 2018 08:26 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

France coach Didier Deschamps picks win over Argentina as trigger for World Cup triumph

France won their second world title beating Croatia in the final and coach Didier Deschamps says a thrilling 4-3 win over Argentina was the trigger for the triumph.

France's coach Didier Deschamps (2R) and France's assistant coach Guy Stephan (2L) pose with the World Cup trophy after the Russia 2018 World Cup final football match between France and Croatia at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.(AFP)

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Updated on Jul 16, 2018 06:56 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

Emmanuel Macron cheers France from stands - then ‘dabs’ in the FIFA World Cup changing room

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.

French President Emmanuel Macron reacts during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 16, 2018 11:22 AM IST

AFP, Moscow | ByAgence France-Presse

Argentina win was the trigger: Didier Deschamps after France’s FIFA World Cup 2018 triumph

Didier Deschamps identified the win over Argentina in the Round of 16 as the ‘trigger’ for France’s World Cup 2018 triumph

France's coach Didier Deschamps is thrown in the air after the final whistle of the FIFA World Cup 2018 final against Croatia at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.(AFP)

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Updated on Jul 16, 2018 09:04 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

FIFA World Cup final: Golden Antoine Griezmann delivers on the biggest stage

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.

France's Antoine Griezmann holds the trophy as he celebrates winning the FIFA World Cup at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.(Reuters)

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Updated on Jul 16, 2018 01:04 AM IST

Moscow | ByReuters

France fans go wild from Paris to Moscow after thrilling FIFA World Cup 2018 win

France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the final to win the FIFA World Cup 2018 at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.

France fans celebrate in front of the Eiffel Tower after their team beat Croatia to win the FIFA World Cup after 20 years.(Reuters)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 11:49 PM IST

Moscow/Paris | ByReuters

Drummer boy Ronaldinho signals closure of FIFA World Cup 2018

Brazil football star Ronaldinho joined the closing ceremony proceedings pitch side, playing a drum to bring an end to the FIFA World Cup 2018.

Former Brazilian football player Ronaldinho, surrounded by photographers, played drums as he took part in the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.(AP)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 11:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

World Cup final briefly held up by Pitch invaders

Croatia defender Dejan Lovren shoved one pitch invader to the ground before security personnel carried them off.

A steward apprehends a pitch invader while Croatia's Dejan Lovren looks on.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 10:29 PM IST

Reuters, Moscow, | ByReuters

Own goal and VAR technology make debut at FIFA World Cup final

Mario Mandzukic’s own goal and the use of VAR happened for the first time in a FIFA World Cup final.

Croatia's Mario Mandzukic scored an own goal to give France the lead during the FIFA World Cup 2018 final at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.(AP)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 09:36 PM IST

Moscow | ByAgencies

World Cup final, France vs Croatia, highlights: France beat Croatia 4-2, clinch title

France beat Croatia 4-2 to clinch the FIFA World Cup 2018 title at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. Follow highlights from the World Cup final 2018 and closing ceremony here.

France beat Croatia in the FIFA World Cup 2018 final at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. Follow highlights from the World Cup final 2018 and closing ceremony here.(AP)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 11:19 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySayan Ghosh

‘Everybody is welcome’ - Croatia pitch for neutral support in FIFA World Cup final vs France

Croatia are calling on FIFA World Cup watchers to back them in their bid to upset France in Moscow.

Croatia face France in FIFA World Cup 2018 final at the Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow on Sunday.(AFP)

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Published on Jul 15, 2018 03:46 PM IST

Omnisport, Moscow | ByBy Matt Dorman

FIFA president Gianni Infantino says World Cup 2018 has changed perception of Russia

The 21st of the FIFA World Cup, which ends on Sunday with the final between France and Croatia at Moscow’s Luzhniki stadium, has transformed ‘the perception that the world has about Russia’, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said.

Vladimir Putin (L) shakes hands with FIFA president Gianni Infantino before a gala concert of world opera stars at Bolshoi Theatre ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2018 final between France and Croatia in Moscow.(AFP)

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Updated on Jul 15, 2018 03:16 PM IST

Moscow | ByReuters

Luka Modric calls for check on emotions, seeks final hurrah in FIFA World Cup 2018

Luka Modric says determination and self-belief were always more important than physical stature in football and that will be as true in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup 2018 final as in any other match.

Croatia's Luka Modric celebrates after his team advanced to the FIFA World Cup 2018 final .(AP)

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Updated on Jul 14, 2018 09:02 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

France’s road to FIFA World Cup 2018 final

France play Croatia in FIFA World Cup 2018 final at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday. Here is France’s path to the showpiece match.

France will look to win their second FIFA World Cup trophy on Sunday against first-time finalists Croatia.(REUTERS)

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Published on Jul 14, 2018 03:57 PM IST

Moscow | ByReuters

Gianni Infantino doesn’t rule out 48 teams for 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar

The 2018 FIFA World Cup has changed the perception of Russia, feels world football body’s president Gianni Infantino.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino greets the audience as he attends a news conference at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday.(Reuters)

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Updated on Jul 14, 2018 10:24 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

How English media’s taunts fuelled Croatia’s FIFA World Cup 2018 campaign

Luka Modric, who will lead Croatia in their first ever FIFA World Cup final, said that his team had set out to prove a point after English journalists ‘underestimated’ his side ahead of the clash against Harry Kane’s side.

Croatia beat England 2-1 in extra time to enter the FIFA World Cup 2018 final.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 13, 2018 01:34 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByHT Correspondent

Resolute Croatia rewrite history to reach maiden FIFA World Cup final

Croatia came from behind to win 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi-final clash in Moscow, with Mario Mandzukic claiming the winner in the 109th minute after Ivan Perisic had earlier cancelled out Kieran Trippier’s free-kick opener.

Croatia defeated England in the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi-final encounter in Moscow on Thursday.(AFP)

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Updated on Jul 13, 2018 12:28 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

Luka Modric pleased to get through ‘another drama’ at FIFA World Cup 2018

Croatia needed spot-kicks to get past a dogged Russia in the last eight, but Luka Modric insisted they would not be tired for the FIFA World Cup 2018 last-four clash against England at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Wednesday

Croatia's Luka Modric and Dejan Lovren celebrate after defeating Russia at FIFA World Cup 2018.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 08, 2018 09:12 AM IST

AFP, Sochi | ByAgence France-Presse

FIFA World Cup 2018: England manager Gareth Southgate eyeing Moscow semi-final clash with Russia

The 1966 winners England will face either Russia or Croatia on July 11 at the Luzhniki Stadium for a place in the final, and Southgate has his eyes on the home nation Russia.

England's coach Gareth Southgate celebrates after winning the Russia 2018 World Cup quarter-final football match between Sweden and England at the Samara Arena.(AFP)

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Updated on Jul 08, 2018 02:51 AM IST

Agence France-Presse, Samara | ByAgence France-Presse

FIFA World Cup: Russia hit streets after ‘ordinary miracle’

Russia goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev media’s darling after hosts beat Spain to enter quarterfinals of FIFA World Cup.

Russia fans celebrate react after the home team won the penalty shoot-out during the FIFA World Cup Round of 16 match against Spain in Moscow on Sunday.(AFP)

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Published on Jul 02, 2018 05:37 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

Spain bow out of FIFA World Cup 2018 with heads held high, says Sergio Ramos

Russia beat Spain 4-3 on penalties thanks to two saves by their goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev on Sunday to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter-finals where they will face Croatia.

Spain's Andres Iniesta and Sergio Ramos look dejected after losing the penalty shootout against Russia in the FIFA World Cup 2018.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 02, 2018 02:57 AM IST

Omnisport | ByHT Correspondent

FIFA World Cup 2018: Not me, team deserves credit - Igor Akinfeev after victory over Spain

Igor Akinfeev, thanked God, luck and the Luzhniki Stadium crowd for bringing the hosts home safely against Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 on Sunday.

Russia's Igor Akinfeev celebrates after his team’s victory over Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 on Sunday.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jul 02, 2018 12:34 AM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

Who is Igor Akinfeev – Russia’s hero against Spain in FIFA World Cup 2018

Igor Akinfeev was the hero for Russia as he saved two penalties to guide the hosts to a brilliant win over Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Round of 16 in Moscow on Sunday.

Igor Akinfeev saved the last penalty shot by Spain's Iago Aspas as Russia defeated Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 on Sunday.(AP)

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Updated on Jul 01, 2018 10:50 PM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | BySayan Ghosh

20-yr-old Thane woman score Fifa dream trip

Poonam Gautam, Lalu Rathod, and Akshay Chauhan, from Mumbai; along with Shital Toppo, and Sony Kumari, from Jharkhand have also been chosen

20 years old Shraddha Aher has received an opportunity to watch FIFA at Russia, she is among the few youngsters selected from India.(HT Photo)

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Updated on Jun 24, 2018 12:33 AM IST

Hindustan Times | ByAnkita G Menon, Thane

FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio tactics leave Germany licking their wounds

Defending champions Germany had no answer to Mexico’s searing pace and organisation as they slumped to a shocking 1-0 defeat in 2018 FIFA World Cup Group F game at Moscow’s showpiece Luzhniki Stadium.

Mexico's coach Juan Carlos Osorio (C) celebrates his team's win with Mexico's midfielder Hector Herrera (L) and Mexico's defender Miguel Layun during the Russia 2018 World Cup Group F football match against Germany.(AFP)

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Published on Jun 18, 2018 07:08 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazilian fans rage at Switzerland defenders, referee after deadlock

Five-time FIFA World Cup winners Brazil left their large contingent of followers in Russia frustrated after being held 1-1 by a robust Switzerland in Sunday’s Group E opener in Rostov.

Brazilian fans were left frustrated after their team was held to a 1-1 draw by Switzerland in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Group E match in Rostov on Sunday.(AFP)

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Published on Jun 18, 2018 06:32 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

FIFA World Cup 2018: Hirving Lozano’s goal against Germany causes ‘earthquake’ in Mexico City

Hirving Lozano’s goal for Mexico during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match against Germany caused a minor ‘earthquake’ in Mexico City due to widespread celebrations, according to reports.

Hirving Lozano’s goal against Germany in the FIFA World Cup 2018 caused a minor ‘earthquake’ in Mexico City, according to reports.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 18, 2018 01:03 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByHT Correspondent

FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico fans chant homophobic slur at Germany keeper Manuel Neuer

FIFA has reportedly fined Mexican football federation for chanting homophobic slur at Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer during their FIFA World Cup 2018 encounter.

Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer was subjected to homophobic slurs in the game against Mexico at FIFA World Cup 2018.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 17, 2018 11:12 PM IST

Moscow | ByAgencies

FIFA World Cup 2018 highlights: Mexico stun Germany in Group F encounter

Hirving Lozano scored the only goal of the match as Mexico stunned Germany in the FIFA World Cup 2018 encounter at the Luzhniki stadium in Moscow.Follow highlights of Germany vs Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2018 here.

Mexico defeated Germany in their opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Moscow on Sunday. Follow highlights of Germany vs Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2018 here.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 17, 2018 10:36 PM IST

Hindustan Times | BySayan Ghosh

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany confident but cautious ahead of Mexico clash

Germany know they must up their game when they kick off their world title defence against Mexico on Sunday if they are to confirm their status as FIFA World Cup 2018 favourites.

Germany face Mexico in their opening game of the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Moscow on Sunday.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 16, 2018 08:32 PM IST

Hindustan Times, Moscow | ByBhargab Sarmah

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France players barged in to the room when coach Didier Deschamps addressed the media after the World Cup 2018 win, with midfielder Paul Pogba even dancing in front of world press.

France won their second world title beating Croatia in the final and coach Didier Deschamps says a thrilling 4-3 win over Argentina was the trigger for the triumph.

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.

Didier Deschamps identified the win over Argentina in the Round of 16 as the ‘trigger’ for France’s World Cup 2018 triumph

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.

France defeated Croatia 4-2 in the final to win the FIFA World Cup 2018 at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Sunday.

Brazil football star Ronaldinho joined the closing ceremony proceedings pitch side, playing a drum to bring an end to the FIFA World Cup 2018.

Croatia defender Dejan Lovren shoved one pitch invader to the ground before security personnel carried them off.

Mario Mandzukic’s own goal and the use of VAR happened for the first time in a FIFA World Cup final.

France beat Croatia 4-2 to clinch the FIFA World Cup 2018 title at the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow. Follow highlights from the World Cup final 2018 and closing ceremony here.

Croatia are calling on FIFA World Cup watchers to back them in their bid to upset France in Moscow.

The 21st of the FIFA World Cup, which ends on Sunday with the final between France and Croatia at Moscow’s Luzhniki stadium, has transformed ‘the perception that the world has about Russia’, FIFA president Gianni Infantino said.

Luka Modric says determination and self-belief were always more important than physical stature in football and that will be as true in Sunday’s FIFA World Cup 2018 final as in any other match.

France play Croatia in FIFA World Cup 2018 final at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Sunday. Here is France’s path to the showpiece match.

The 2018 FIFA World Cup has changed the perception of Russia, feels world football body’s president Gianni Infantino.

Luka Modric, who will lead Croatia in their first ever FIFA World Cup final, said that his team had set out to prove a point after English journalists ‘underestimated’ his side ahead of the clash against Harry Kane’s side.

Croatia came from behind to win 2-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2018 semi-final clash in Moscow, with Mario Mandzukic claiming the winner in the 109th minute after Ivan Perisic had earlier cancelled out Kieran Trippier’s free-kick opener.

Croatia needed spot-kicks to get past a dogged Russia in the last eight, but Luka Modric insisted they would not be tired for the FIFA World Cup 2018 last-four clash against England at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium on Wednesday

The 1966 winners England will face either Russia or Croatia on July 11 at the Luzhniki Stadium for a place in the final, and Southgate has his eyes on the home nation Russia.

Russia goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev media’s darling after hosts beat Spain to enter quarterfinals of FIFA World Cup.

Russia beat Spain 4-3 on penalties thanks to two saves by their goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev on Sunday to advance to the FIFA World Cup 2018 quarter-finals where they will face Croatia.

Igor Akinfeev, thanked God, luck and the Luzhniki Stadium crowd for bringing the hosts home safely against Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 on Sunday.

Igor Akinfeev was the hero for Russia as he saved two penalties to guide the hosts to a brilliant win over Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2018 Round of 16 in Moscow on Sunday.

Poonam Gautam, Lalu Rathod, and Akshay Chauhan, from Mumbai; along with Shital Toppo, and Sony Kumari, from Jharkhand have also been chosen

Defending champions Germany had no answer to Mexico’s searing pace and organisation as they slumped to a shocking 1-0 defeat in 2018 FIFA World Cup Group F game at Moscow’s showpiece Luzhniki Stadium.

Five-time FIFA World Cup winners Brazil left their large contingent of followers in Russia frustrated after being held 1-1 by a robust Switzerland in Sunday’s Group E opener in Rostov.

Hirving Lozano’s goal for Mexico during the FIFA World Cup 2018 match against Germany caused a minor ‘earthquake’ in Mexico City due to widespread celebrations, according to reports.

FIFA has reportedly fined Mexican football federation for chanting homophobic slur at Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer during their FIFA World Cup 2018 encounter.

Hirving Lozano scored the only goal of the match as Mexico stunned Germany in the FIFA World Cup 2018 encounter at the Luzhniki stadium in Moscow.Follow highlights of Germany vs Mexico, FIFA World Cup 2018 here.

Germany know they must up their game when they kick off their world title defence against Mexico on Sunday if they are to confirm their status as FIFA World Cup 2018 favourites.

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