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In Berlin, a wall comes down

Marie-Louise Eta gestures as she speaks with players during a training session of 1 FC Union Berlin in Berlin on Tuesday.

Published on Apr 17, 2026 08:00 am IST

Rohit Sharma in line for World Cup: Agarkar call awaits after Colonel’s approval

Rohit Sharma, left, wants to win that World Cup next year. On to Ajit Agarkar now

Updated on Apr 17, 2026 09:00 pm IST

N.J. governor: FIFA should share World Cup transportation costs

N.J. governor: FIFA should share World Cup transportation costs

Published on Apr 16, 2026 09:59 am IST

Soccer-France forward Ekitike to miss World

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Published on Apr 16, 2026 12:05 am IST

In Miami, soccer balls are turned into one-of-a-kind art as World Cup nears

In Miami, soccer balls are turned into one-of-a-kind art as World Cup nears

Published on Apr 14, 2026 03:33 pm IST

Two teams should go: Ministry view on Asian Games vs World Cup in hockey

Two teams should go: Ministry view on Asian Games vs World Cup in hockey

Published on Apr 13, 2026 03:29 pm IST

Storm in a Cup?: Rudraneil Sengupta on FIFA, Trump and football

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It’s a far cry from the ‘Football unites the world’ spirit of the 2022 World Cup. Above, crowds in South Africa, in 2010. (Getty Images)

Updated on Apr 11, 2026 01:33 pm IST

Time for diligence, not delay

Mohun Bagan Super Giant were the last ISL champions when the league had a commercial partner.

Published on Apr 10, 2026 08:00 am IST

Six new caps for France for women's Six Nations opener

Six new caps for France for women's Six Nations opener

Published on Apr 09, 2026 04:04 pm IST

Savita, Deepika back for India’s Argentina tour

Savita Punia. (Hockey India)

Published on Apr 08, 2026 07:18 pm IST

Soccer-SoFi Stadium workers urge FIFA to bar ICE from World Cup, threaten strike

Soccer-SoFi Stadium workers urge FIFA to bar ICE from World Cup, threaten strike

Published on Apr 07, 2026 12:58 am IST

Big Mohammed Shami mess: it’s not a rebel’s world and he'd better fall in line

Fast bowling comes naturally to Mohammed Shami. There is no doubt about that.

Updated on Apr 07, 2026 06:02 pm IST

Stars that could have been: end of WC hopes for Italy's Politano and Spinazzola

Absolutely gutted!

Updated on Apr 03, 2026 11:19 am IST

Born again in international football

Ryan Williams waits during a set-piece move against Hong Kong in Kochi on Tuesday.

Published on Apr 03, 2026 08:01 am IST

Italy’s World Cup story: Aberration, apocalypse, apology

Italy players react during a penalty shootout during the World Cup qualifying vs Bosnia and Herzegovina. (AP)

Updated on Apr 02, 2026 08:59 am IST

Lionel Messi combines emotion with impact in potential final home game

Lionel Messi scored a goal and provided an assist.

Updated on Apr 01, 2026 08:42 am IST

Italy’s World Cup exile continues after penalty shootout loss to Bosnia

Italy will not the FIFA World Cup for the third straight time.

Published on Apr 01, 2026 06:16 am IST

Argentina coach provides update on Messi's participation in FIFA World Cup

Lionel Messi will start for Argentina in a friendly against Zambia on Tuesday.

Updated on Mar 31, 2026 07:27 am IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Breaking down playoffs with last 6 slots to be decided

The FIFA World Cup trophy at the FIFA World Cup 26 Trophy Tour.

Updated on Mar 26, 2026 02:09 pm IST

Now, we have seen where we need improvements: Sjoerd Marijne

Sjoerd Marijne. (HI)

Published on Mar 19, 2026 11:17 am IST

Argentina’s last big World Cup tune-up vanishes and leaves squad untested

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi gestures during the 2026 FIFA World Cup South American qualifiers football match between Argentina and Peru

Published on Mar 18, 2026 08:43 am IST

Argentina’s last big World Cup tune-up vanishes and leaves Scaloni’s squad untested vs Europe

Argentina’s last big World Cup tune-up vanishes and leaves Scaloni’s squad untested vs Europe

Published on Mar 18, 2026 02:46 am IST

Iran says no one can exclude it from World Cup after Trump warning

The war, triggered by US-Israeli strikes on February 28, has thrown into doubt Iran's participation at this summer's tournament, jointly hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Published on Mar 13, 2026 09:54 pm IST

India are not ‘frauds’ of world cricket, western media's ridicule laid to rest

What a formidable white-ball unit India have become!

Updated on Mar 13, 2026 12:01 am IST

Soccer-Iran cannot participate in World Cup, minister says

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Updated on Mar 12, 2026 12:19 am IST

Bumrah’s big career move; BCCI makes stance clear: ‘Around 30-35 games’

Jasprit Bumrah is eager to win the 2027 World Cup for India

Updated on Mar 13, 2026 12:00 pm IST

What is the Kirti Azad row after India’s T20 World Cup triumph

Kirti Azad has slammed Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir for taking World Cup Trophy to a temple. (ANI/PTI)

Updated on Mar 11, 2026 05:59 pm IST

Sonal Chauhan gets a sweet surprise at T20 final match as fans sing Zara Sa

Sonal Chauhan expressed gratitude for the gesture, sharing a video of the interaction on social media, and reminisced about her early Bollywood success.

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 04:03 pm IST

Gambhir sets sights on 2027 World Cup after winning his 2nd ICC trophy as coach

Gautam Gambhir's eyes are already on the prize

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 03:00 pm IST

Sanju Samson wins over the internet again with emotional message for his wife

Sanju Samson is welcomed on his arrival at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.

Updated on Mar 10, 2026 02:59 pm IST

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