England’s Bukayo Saka (7) celebrates his team’s 5th goal from the penalty spot during the World Cup third place soccer match between France and England in Miami Gardens, Florida, Saturday, July 18, 2026. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky) Bukayo Saka produced the best performance of his international career as England defeated France 6-4 in an extraordinary 2026…
England’s Jude Bellingham (10) shoots the ball past France goalkeeper Mike Maignan (16) to score his sixth goal during the World Cup third place match between France and England. (AP Photo) A historic night for France talisman Kylian Mbappé ended in bitter sadness as England cruised to a wild 6-4 victory in a third-place clash…
Rohit Sharma shares a laugh with Gautam Gambhir (Screengrabs) India Rohit Sharma appeared relaxed ahead of the series-deciding third ODI against England, sharing a light-hearted moment with the coach. Gautam Gambhir and members of the support staff during the team’s optional training session at Lord’s on Saturday.Rohit was seen chatting and laughing with Gambhir and…
Hello and welcome to day 38 of this sprawling world cup.There is a funny scene Yes, minister when the Right Hoodwinked, sorry, Right Honorable Jim Hacker asks if nuclear weapons are absolutely necessary. Surely, if push came to shove, the United States would protect Britain from Russia?A stunned Sir Humphrey Appleby claims Hacker should resign…
France vs England in Miami (Images; IANS) England and France meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup third-place play-off at the Miami Stadium on Saturday, with the two European heavyweights aiming to end their campaigns on a positive note after painful semi-final exits. England suffered a 2-1 defeat to defending champions Argentina, while France were…
England and France seek redemption in the World Cup bronze medal final The 2026 FIFA World Cup still has a trophy to be awarded, but before Spain and Argentina meet in Sunday’s final, England and France will return to the field for the final time to contest the tournament’s third-place playoff, now officially branded by…
Salima Tete (PTI file photo) Hockey India on Friday named an unchanged 20-member Indian squad for next month’s FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands, with the same group also representing the country at the Asian Games in September-October.The side will be captained by Salima Tete, while head coach Sjoerd Marijne said…
India’s Jasprit Bumrah and his teammates celebrate (ANI Photo) England Open Ben Duckett entered the record books for an unwanted reason after becoming the first England batsman ever to be dismissed off the first ball of an innings against India in a One Day International. Jasprit Bumrah needed just one delivery to provide India with…
Virat Kohli equals Viv Richards Virat Kohli continued his superb record against England by bringing up another half-century during the second ODI at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff on Thursday. India’s star batsman got the engine going in style, helping India retain control after the first loss of Rohit Sharma.Kohli completed his fifty in the 27th…
England cruised to a four-wicket win over India, bringing the series level at 1-1. Joe Root’s stellar innings of 99 not out was pivotal as India’s batsmen faltered, collapsing to just 233 runs. (Photo/AP/PTI) A masterclass in chasing down veteran Joe Root and a clinical display of bowling helped England bounce back in style, registering…
Argentina fans burn England flags (Screengrabs) Argentina win over England in 2026 FIFA World Cup the semi-final sparked massive celebrations in Buenos Aires, but some fans drew criticism after burning England flags and displaying St George’s Cross decorated Sardinians. Videos and photos also showed supporters singing songs related to the Falklands War, while some carried…
KL Rahul and Ishan Kishan (PTI Photo) India wicketkeeper-batsman KL Rahul missed the second ODI against England at Sophia Gardens in Cardiff after falling ill. The visitors made a change to their playing XI, with Ishan Kishan coming in as a replacement for Rahul.England captain Harry Brook won the toss and elected to bowl first,…
India vs England Live Score, 2nd ODI: After the win at Edgbaston, Gill had said that the team management will choose combinations based on the conditions. Cardiff’s pitch usually offers good pace and bounce, which could prompt India to bring in experienced left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. Gurnoor Brar took the wickets of Ben Duckett and…
Lionel Messi and Jude Bellingham were seen in a heated exchange during Argentina’s World Cup semi-final win, with the England star later explaining the moment / Image: X Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup was defined not only by Lionel MessiThe brilliant end of the tournament,…
Argentina players inspected Pickford’s water bottle after their win in England, with Messi and his teammates reacting to the goalkeeper’s penalty notes / Image: X Argentina’s dramatic 2-1 victory over England in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup produced another memorable moment after the final whistle, as Lionel Messi and several teammates were…
Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after its players celebrated their 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-final victory over England by displaying a banner supporting the country’s claim to the Falkland Islands.The defending champions staged a dramatic comeback in Atlanta, scoring twice late in the match to beat Thomas Tuchel’s England 2-1 and book a…
England’s Harry Kane reacts after the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough) CORRECTION: Correct byline. England captain Harry Kane revealed the final instructions Thomas Tuchel gave from the touchline before Argentina returned FIFA World Cup semi-final on his head, as the Three Lions…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates with his teammates at the end of the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Lionel Messi he once again showed why football’s greatest moments continue to belong to him. The Argentina captain inspired the reigning champions to a dramatic…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi celebrates after teammate Lautaro Martinez scored his team’s second goal during the World Cup semi-final match between England and Argentina in Atlanta. (AP/PTI) Lightning has struck twice for England. As they dared to dream of a first World Cup final on foreign soil, a masterclass in the execution of the end of…
Argentina vs England live score FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final: England and Argentina renew one of international football’s most iconic rivalries when they meet in the FIFA World Cup semi-final in Atlanta on Wednesday. With Spain already through to the final, the winner will earn the chance to compete for the biggest prize in world…
Harry Kane, Jude Bellingham and Lionel Messi (Image Agency) “Y ya lo ve, y ya lo ve. El que no salta, Es un ingles!”“And now you see, and now you see, whoever doesn’t jump is English.”It is one of the most common songs among football fans and players of Argentina. Follow the team wherever it…
Matches from England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup matches over the years. (Reuters Photos) Despite coaches trying to play down the bitter rivalry between Argentina and England, Albiceleste players were filmed celebrating their quarter-final win over Switzerland with traditional anti-English chants, as well as new songs promising victory “for the Malvinas, for Diego, and for…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi; and England’s Harry Kane during the FIFA World Cup 2026. (AP Photos) England FIFA World Cup The semi-final against Argentina has been designated the highest-risk match of the tournament, with the FBI, FIFA and local law enforcement deploying extraordinary security measures as one of soccer’s fiercest rivalries takes center stage in Atlanta.According…
Brendon McCullum (AP Photo) England’s search for a new Test coach has taken a different turn IPL Sapore, with many of the world’s most accomplished franchise coaches emerging as the main contenders to replace Brendon McCullum following his dismissal.Former England coach and current Royal Challengers Bengaluru coach Andy Flower heads a nine-man shortlist that also…
FIFA World Cup: England vs Argentina semi-final clash in Atlanta on Thursday. (Photo AP/ANI) LONDON: The FBI has described England’s semi-final with Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday night as the highest-risk match because of the fierce and enduring rivalry between the two sides.Forty years ago, when Argentina beat England 2-1 in the quarter-finals of Mexico…
India continued their dominance over England in ODI cricket, registering a sixth straight win over the hosts to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series. The visitors chased down 259 with 28 balls to spare, ending England’s 12-year unbeaten run at Edgbaston in the format.While India’s clinical victory grabbed the headlines, a Rohit Sharma…
England bowler Brydon Carse and Jofra Archer (PTI Photo) Brydon Carse has been added to the England squad for the remaining two ODIs of the three-match series against India after completing his recovery from injury. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirmed the inclusion of the 30-year-old fast bowler on Tuesday 14 July during…
Shubman Gill continued his excellent record at Edgbaston with a fluent 80 as India defeated England by six wickets in the first ODI at Edgbaston on Tuesday to take a 1-0 lead in the three-match series.Gill once again put together a stand where he had scored 269 and 161 during India’s Test win last year….
Shubman Gill withdrew injured after suffering cramps Indian captain Shubman Gill withdrew injured after suffering cramps in his right leg during India’s chase of 259 in the first ODI against England at Edgbaston, Birmingham, on Tuesday.Gill was batting on 80 off 75 balls when he experienced discomfort in the 26th over of the innings. After…