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How on earth is he doing this?: Rudraneil Sengupta on Messi at the World Cup

He barely runs anymore, yet he’s always where one least expects. Above, the 39-year-old in action against Austria, during the ongoing World Cup. (Getty Images)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 5:39 PM IST

Germany ‘punished’ for winning group: Julian Nagelsmann furious over FIFA format

Julian Nagelsmann takes aim at FIFA's World Cup scheduling format

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 1:41 PM IST

World Cup 2026 bracket: Who's facing who in the Round of 32

World Cup 2026 Round of 32 matchups: Full bracket and knockout fixtures

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 9:07 AM IST

Why Gijon will be on our minds

Not long after West Germany’s Horst Hrubesch scored against Austria, the teams stopped playing.

Published on Jun 26, 2026, 8:00 AM IST

Netherlands set Morocco Round of 32 date after beating Tunisia 3-1

The Dutch celebrate after sealing a place in the Round of 32.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 7:13 AM IST

Pepe's brace powers Ivory Coast to World Cup knockout rounds for first time

Nicolas Pepe scored brace against Curacao.

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 6:47 AM IST

Ecuador stun Germany with late goal to claim 2-1 win and advance to Round of 32

Ecuador advance to World Cup knockout rounds, beat Germany 2-1

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 6:37 AM IST

From memes to homegrown heroes: South Africa’s unlikely ascent to the knockouts

South African players celebrate. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 26, 2026, 8:50 AM IST

17 injured as car rams through crowd celebrating World Cup win in Mexico | Video

An unverified video has circulated on social media showing a car ramming a crowd.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026, 6:38 PM IST

Klopp's amusing Lionel Messi birthday tribute centers on one unforgettable hug

Jurgen Klopp revisits viral Lionel Messi moment while wishing Argentina star on 39th birthday

Published on Jun 25, 2026, 1:12 PM IST

Over 70% of visa applications from Indians who applied to watch World Cup matches in Canada rejected

Fans watch Switzerland vs Canada football World Cup match on a big screen in Toronto, Canada, on Wednesday. (REUTERS)

Published on Jun 25, 2026, 12:49 PM IST

South Africa reach World Cup knockout for first time after win over South Korea

Thapelo Maseko's second-half strike secured a 1-0 victory over South Korea.

Published on Jun 25, 2026, 10:44 AM IST

Guillermo Ochoa makes appearance in his sixth World Cup as Mexico win 3-0

Guillermo Ochoa makes history with an appearance against Czech Republic.

Published on Jun 25, 2026, 10:28 AM IST

Neymar makes first Brazil appearance in almost 3 years in win against Scotland

Brazil's Neymar celebrates after the World Cup Group C soccer match against Scotland in Miami Gardens.

Updated on Jun 25, 2026, 6:27 AM IST

Kai Havertz makes bold Germany WC claim after Arsenal's season of extremes

Kai Havertz for Germany during the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Updated on Jun 24, 2026, 11:57 PM IST

A keeper’s game: Asare, Mpasi shine under the bar

Ghana goalkeeper Benjamin Asare. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 24, 2026, 9:30 PM IST

Ronaldo finds goals, voice, record and Portugal some hope

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan in Portugal’s 5-0 win. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jun 24, 2026, 9:01 PM IST

The World Cup’s Other Hydration Break: A High-Speed Beer Run

FIFA insists the hydration breaks are a necessary measure for player safety in the heat.

Updated on Jun 24, 2026, 3:23 PM IST

Suarez enchanted by Messi's World Cup brilliance: 'Words can't do him justice'

Luis Suarez pays glowing tribute to Lionel Messi's World Cup brilliance

Updated on Jun 24, 2026, 1:18 PM IST

FIFA WC: Goalkeepers steal the show as Ghana hold England 0-0; Colombia qualify

England manager Thomas Tuchel reacts during their Group L match against Ghana at FIFA World Cup 2026 on Wednesday. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jun 24, 2026, 10:00 AM IST

Zlatan Ibrahimovic reacts to Cristiano Ronaldo's 'I'm back' message after brace

Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup comeback sparks Zlatan's honest assessment

Updated on Jun 24, 2026, 9:52 AM IST

Left-hand drive: How Vinicius Jr can steer Brazil

Vinicius Junior of Brazil controls the ball against during the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Philadelphia Stadium on June 19, 2026. (Getty Image)

Updated on Jun 23, 2026, 9:45 PM IST

Shakira cheers for Lionel Messi as he scores historic 17th World Cup goal

Shakira was at the stands when Messi scored his record-setting goal.

Published on Jun 23, 2026, 2:23 PM IST

Messi reacts after missing penalty but still breaking record: ‘Was spectacular…'

Lionel Messi has broken Miroslav Klose's all-time record for highest goal scoring.

Updated on Jun 23, 2026, 11:57 AM IST

Algeria rallies past Jordan 2-1 for its first win at FIFA World Cup since 2014

Algeria scored off two corner kicks in the second half to beat Jordon.

Updated on Jun 23, 2026, 10:55 AM IST

Messi’s final World Cup miracle? He has the magic, Argentina the belief

Lionel Messi is carrying the Argentina team once again on his back.

Updated on Jun 23, 2026, 11:29 AM IST

Lionel Messi and who? Argentina's perfect World Cup start carries a warning

Lionel Messi had a historic game against Austria.

Updated on Jun 23, 2026, 6:08 AM IST

Raphinha's wife shares heartbreaking call after Brazil star's injury blow

Raphina was injured during the Brazil vs Haiti match.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 10:16 PM IST

Changing lanes, Mo Salah liberates himself

Egypt’s Mohamed Salah celebrates his goal against New Zealand. (Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Jun 22, 2026, 8:34 PM IST

Meet FIFA’s cutest fan in Mexico: Osito, 8-year-old rescue poodle mix

A dog named "Osito" wears Mexican colors before the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City, Thursday, June 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Alejandro Cegarra)

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 4:28 PM IST

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