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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

‘Big C’ Lloyd issues Sooryavanshi warning, advises against ‘changing his style'

What Clive Lloyd has said should be music to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's ears.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 2:40 PM IST

Iran leave note of thanks in LA locker room after draw with Belgium

This handout photograph taken and released by Iran Football Federation Press Office on June 6, 2026 shows Iran's national team players posing at Antalya Airport before boarding a plane ahead of their departure to Mexico for the FIFA 2026 World Cup football tournament.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 11:49 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Egypt ride second-half surge to trounce New Zealand

Egypt's Mahmoud Trezeguet celebrates with Mohamed Salah (right) after scoring their third goal against New Zealand. (Reuters)

Published on Jun 22, 2026, 8:55 AM IST

Cape Verde fight back for second World Cup draw against Uruguay

Cape Verde's forward #26 Helio Varela celebrates.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 6:27 AM IST

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Lamine Yamal are not waiting to grow up

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi for India and Lamine Yamal for Spain.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 6:13 AM IST

Who is Alireza Beiranvand? 5 things to know on Iran's GK amid heroics vs Belgium

Alireza Beiranvand in action against Belgium in Los Angeles.

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 3:02 AM IST

Why is Jeremy Doku missing Belgium vs Iran today? Health update revealed

Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group G - Belgium v Egypt - Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U.S. - June 15, 2026 Belgium's Jeremy Doku IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters/Blake Dahlin

Updated on Jun 22, 2026, 12:46 AM IST

Five-star Netherlands take off in Houston

Crysencio Summerville #24 of the Netherlands scores his team's fifth goal. (Getty Images via AFP)

Updated on Jun 21, 2026, 8:46 PM IST

Japan's firepower comes to fore as Ueda bags a double at World Cup; Tunisia out

Japan's Ayase Ueda had a great game against Tunisia.

Updated on Jun 21, 2026, 1:33 PM IST

Eloy Room turns hero as Curacao earn historic World Cup point against Ecuador

Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room was the hero against Ecuador

Updated on Jun 21, 2026, 7:47 AM IST

Late strike gets Germany past Ivory Coast, into knockout round

Germany rallied to clinch a spot in the knockout phase

Updated on Jun 21, 2026, 6:11 AM IST

Brazil back on track but still looking for best rhythm

Vinicius Junior #7 of Brazil controls the ball under pressure from Carlens Arcus #2 of Haiti during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C match between Brazil and Haiti at Philadelphia Stadium. (AFP)

Published on Jun 20, 2026, 10:39 PM IST

How Mauricio Pochettino’s USA mastered the art of breaking down a low block — twice!

U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino before the match at the Seattle Stadium, Seattle, Washington, U.S. (REUTERS)

Published on Jun 20, 2026, 10:26 PM IST

Brazil beat Haiti but did Ancelotti really get the answers he was searching for?

Brazil won the match against Haiti 3-0.

Updated on Jun 20, 2026, 6:36 PM IST

Ancelotti issues definitive Neymar Jr update after Brazil's 3-0 win over Haiti

Neymar Jr hasn't played in the FIFA World Cup this year.

Updated on Jun 20, 2026, 11:03 AM IST

Miguel Almiron becomes 1st player red-carded at FIFA WC for covering his mouth

Miguel Almiron became the first player issued a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth.

Updated on Jun 20, 2026, 10:37 AM IST

Tactics matter but let them play

Thomas Tuchel. (AFP)

Published on Jun 19, 2026, 8:19 PM IST

Rangel shines in hometown as Mexico’s new no. 1 while legend Ochoa bows out

Raul Rangel and Ochoa

Updated on Jun 19, 2026, 7:49 PM IST

Mexico becomes 1st country to reach knockout stage after beating South Korea 1-0

Romo's goal in the 50th minute did the job for Mexico.

Updated on Jun 19, 2026, 9:04 AM IST

The other Lionel

In his quiet, understated way Lionel Scaloni has built a formidable side where Lionel Messi can play with freedom.

Published on Jun 19, 2026, 8:00 AM IST

Canada annihilate 9-man Qatar 6-0 for 1st WC win; Switzerland thrash Bosnia 4-1

Jonathan David scored a hat-trick for Canada.

Updated on Jun 19, 2026, 6:32 AM IST

Tournament of losers

The retailers, television stations, brewers and betting houses that make up capitalism’s starting XI are an ageing and injury-prone lot. For some, this could even be their last tournament.

Published on Jun 18, 2026, 4:50 PM IST

CR7 under fire, but Martinez remains defiant: 'Made no sense to take him off'

Cristiano Ronaldo misfired against DR Congo.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026, 1:41 PM IST

Brazil's Ronaldo tells everyone not to hide from the fact that Messi is the GOAT

Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick against Algeria.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026, 1:54 PM IST

Luis Diaz dazzles as Colombia outclass Uzbekistan 3-0 to move top of Group K

Luis Diaz scored second goal for Colombia in crucial win.

Updated on Jun 18, 2026, 11:01 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: WC ghosts laid to rest as Harry Kane powers England forward

England's Harry Kane (right) celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during the World Cup match against Croatia on June 17. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 18, 2026, 9:19 PM IST

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