Spain’s Ferran Torres (7) kisses the trophy after the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez) Ferran Torres scored what will almost certainly be remembered as the most important goal of his career when his extra-time strike secured Spain’s…
Leandro Paredes hints at Argentina retirement after World Cup final controversy as midfielder weighs future after painful defeat / Image: Instagram Leandro Paredes has admitted he is uncertain about his international future after Argentina’s painful FIFA World Cup final defeat in Spain, with the midfielder reflecting on a tournament loss overshadowed by his involvement in…
India opened its medal tally at the ISSF Rifle/Pistol/Shotgun World Cup in Hangzhou on Friday as Sainyam won the silver medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event.The 22-year-old from Chandigarh produced a steady performance in the final, scoring 243.4 to finish second in a strong field. She qualified for the eight-woman final with a…
Newly appointed German national soccer team coach Juergen Klopp attends a press conference at the headquarters of the German Football Association DFB in Frankfurt, Germany, Friday, July 24, 2026. (AP) Germany have appointed Jürgen Klopp as their new national team coach, handing the former Liverpool manager the responsibility of rebuilding a squad that has once…
The Durand Cup Trophy tour concludes in Kolkata ahead of the opening of the tournament (Photo ANI) Kolkata: The oldest football tournament in Asia – Durand Cup – will host its 135th edition when Mohun Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal FC take the field at the Salt Lake Stadium in the first derby of…
Argentina’s Nicolas Otamendi (19) (AP Photo/Ed Zurga) Argentina defender Nicolas Otamendi has announced his retirement from international football, ending a 17-year career with the national team. The 38-year-old leaves as one of Argentina’s most successful defenders, having won the 2022 FIFA World Cup and two Copa America titles. His last appearance came in Argentina’s 1-0…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) cries at the end of the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough) Spain’s dramatic 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final may have set the destination for the trophy,…
FIFA announces the star-studded World Cup Dream XI with Messi, Mbappé and Haaland / Image: X Spain may have lifted the 2026 FIFA World Cup trophy after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in New Jersey, but the tournament’s top performers were also recognized after FIFA revealed its official Dream XI.The Team of the Tournament,…
The stars of Spain Fabián Ruiz and Gavi receive their body weight in tomatoes after the World Cup triumph as the hometown honors champions / Image: lospalacios Spain’s World Cup triumph brought medals, global recognition and record prize money, but for Fabián Ruiz and Gavi, one of the most memorable rewards came hundreds of miles…
Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco cook Italian food for her 34th birthday. (Photo: Instagram) Selena Gomez celebrated her 34th birthday on a wonderful trip to Italy where she cooked delicious meals with her husband, Benny Blanco. The 38-year-old music producer shared a photo of the singer on his Instagram. Explaining the cooking skills of ‘Rare’,…
NEW DELHI The ancient opening of India Abhinav Mukund has picked his 15-man Indian squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup, making some interesting selection choices.Mukund, who represented India in seven Tests between 2011 and 2017, supported the veteran opener. Rohit Sharma despite recent speculation about his ODI future. However, Saint Samson and Yashasvi Jaiswal…
Ferran Torres World Cup mural vandalized in Barcelona A mural celebrating Spain’s World Cup-winning hero Ferran Torres was vandalized less than 24 hours after it appeared in Barcelona, according to a report from Spanish press Dairo AS. The artwork, created by Barcelona street artist TVBoy in the city’s Gràcia neighborhood, honored Torres after he scored…
NEW DELHI: Argentina assistant Roberto Ayala has apologized for his altercation with Spain midfielder Dani Olmo after the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, admitting his actions were unacceptable. The ugly scenes unfolded after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time on Sunday to lift the World Cup title. FIFA has since launched an investigation into…
Enrique Iglesias’ family celebrated Spain’s World Cup victory as his children proudly showed their support by matching national team jerseys. Photo credit (Instagram) Enrique Iglesias he is best known for his successful musical career as a Latin pop artist, while Anna Kournikova is a former professional tennis player and model. The two have been together…
The North American odyssey is over. Here are the stars who put their best foot forward.Pedro Porro (ESP, Defender) One of the most attacking defenders in the tournament, Porro has a balanced defensive discipline with constant overlapping runs. His accurate deliveries and relentless energy gave Spain width, while his recovery pace helped neutralize dangerous wings…
NEW DELHI: The 2026 FIFA World Cup final had it all – drama, controversy and ugly scenes. Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to lift the 2026 FIFA World Cup title at the New York New Jersey Stadium, but the tension did not end with the final whistle. There were scuffles, heated arguments and even an apparent…
Lionel Messi’s pep talks during the World Cup final spark theories. (Video grabs) Fresh footage of Lionel MessiThe first-match and half-time squad talks reignited the debate over whether Argentina entered the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals carrying more baggage than just the burden of defending their title.The newly emerged videos, recorded in the players’ dressing…
Lionel Messi He returned to his hometown of Rosario on Tuesday for a brief rest period after Argentina’s defeat by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, with hundreds of supporters gathering before dawn in the hope of catching a glimpse of their captain.Messi’s private jet landed near Rosario at 6:27 a.m. local time…
LR: FIFA President Gianni Infantino and US President Donald Trump present the trophy to Rodri of Spain; and Sepp Blatter. Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter has launched a fierce attack on football’s governing body after 2026. FIFA World Cupstating that the tournament “lost its credibility” and urged fans, players and national associations to recover the…
Argentina players protest after Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez (24) was shown a red card (AP Photo) Argentina FIFA World Cup Spain’s final defeat has come under renewed scrutiny after new footage emerged on social media which appeared to show an attempt to influence the aftermath of Enzo Fernandez’s decisive red card. Lionel Scaloni’s side lost 1-0…
Spain’s Gavi, left, falls while scuffling with Argentina’s Leandro Paredes (5) and Thiago Almada. (AP Photo) Argentina midfielder Leandro Paredes has broken his silence following the chaotic scenes that marred the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, but has notably stopped short of apologizing for his role in the post-match row as FIFA launched an official…
Argentina’s Enzo Fernandez talks to referee Slavko Vincic of Slovenia (AP/PTI) Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez spoke publicly for the first time from his team FIFA World Cup final defeat to Spain, insisting he remains proud to represent his country despite the painful end to his title defence. Argentina’s hopes of retaining the World Cup crown…
(L-R) Harshit Rana, Jasprit Bumrah and Washington Sundar were injured in the England tour. NEW DELHI: Shubman Gill was out of character when he addressed the media after the defeat at Lord’s in the third ODI. Generally calm, mostly poised and ever ready, the skipper looked frustrated after losing his third ODI series since taking…
NEW DELHI: Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026 have caught the attention of football fans across the world. In addition to the usual scenes of joy, hugs, applause and trophy celebrations, a moment stood out in the New York New Jersey Stadium, officially known as MetLife Stadium. After beating Argentina 1-0 in…
Cristiano Ronaldo (Image credit: AP) NEW DELHI: Cristiano Ronaldo found himself at the center of a new FIFA World Cup 2026 controversy after his verified Instagram account liked a post accusing FIFA of helping him. Lionel MessiArgentina reached the final. The incident added to a tournament that has already seen many controversies, including protests involving…
Nico Williams with his family of Spain FIFA World Cup The triumph was celebrated with an emotional tribute from Inaki Williams, who dedicated heartfelt words to his younger brother Nico Williams after the final. Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 to lift the trophy, adding another major title to a remarkable period of success for the country’s…
Diego Maradona and Lionel Messi (Image credit: Agencies) The tears brought you to a July night 36 years ago. As Leo Messi stood there at MetLife Stadium – defeated – on Sunday night, it was impossible not to be remembered. Diego Maradona. “El Diego” was inconsolable as the Germans moved closer to receiving the World…
The Spanish seem to be particularly adept at frustrating their opponents. Its prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, has demonstrated this on the geopolitical field, harassing Trump repeatedly for his refusal to let the United States use Spain’s airspace for the Iran war.Weeks later, Luis de la Fuente, head of his national team, expressed similar faith in…