Argentine players react 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) Argentina FA urges fans to accept Spain’s World Cup win as viral replay petition surpasses 100,000 signatures.The Argentine Football Association (AFA) has urged supporters…
Argentina players hold a banner with the words “The Malvinas are Argentine,” referring to the Falkland Islands, at the end of the World Cup semifinal soccer match between England and Argentina in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) The White House has publicly defended the right of Argentina’s players to display the controversial…
Lamine Yamal of Spain (AP Photo) Spanish teenage sensation Lamine Yamal wasted no time looking ahead after leading La Roja to the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, sending a confident message to their title rivals with a post on social media: “nuevayol vamos por ti” – translated as “New York, we’re coming for you.“Minutes after…
Julian Alvarez (AP Photo) Defending champions Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time to book their place in the semi-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Saturday.Julian Alvarez broke the deadlock in the 112th minute with a superb long-range strike before Lautaro Martinez added a third goal in the dying moments of extra time.Argentina…
In a thrilling round of 16, Argentina emerged victorious, defeating Egypt 3-2. Lionel Messi was visibly overcome with emotion, shedding tears of joy at the end of the match. (AP Photo) Lionel Messi could not contain his emotions at the final whistle as Argentina staged a sensational late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in the…
Former India spinner L Sivaramakrishnan believes 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi should continue playing regularly instead of being rested, saying consistent playing time will help the youngster learn, make mistakes and gain experience in different conditions.Sooryavanshi became India’s youngest international cricketer when he made his debut in the second T20I against England in Manchester on Saturday at…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi (BCCI photo) NEW DELHI: Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice-president Rajiv Shukla defended the selection process after teenage sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi made his India debut, saying the board gives opportunities purely on merit.Shukla rejected social media claims that Sooryavanshi was being unfairly overlooked and said he had always believed that…
FIFA World Cup 2026: Harry Kane (Image: ANI) England captain Harry Kane urged his teammates to be prepared for a stern examination when they take on co-hosts Mexico in a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The knockout clash, scheduled for July 6 at 5:30 AM IST, pits…
Colombia’s Jhon Arias (11) celebrates after scoring a goal (AP Photo) Jhon Arias’ first-time goal proved decisive as Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 on Friday night to secure a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, where they will face Switzerland for a place in the quarter-finals.The South American side took control early…
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi and Morne Morkel (Image credit: BCCI) NEW DELHI: Bowling coach in India Morne Morkel made it clear that the team management will continue to support Sanju Samson’s opening and Abhishek Sharmadespite growing calls for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to make his international debut.Sooryavanshi has been one of the biggest talking points ever since he…
Malik Tillman (17) of the United States celebrates after scoring on a free kick. (AP Photo) The United States has reserved its place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 in dramatic fashion as Malik Tillman produced a sensational free-kick to seal a 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina after Folarin Balogun’s controversial…
England’s Harry Kane (9) celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal alongside teammate Jude Bellingham (10) during the World Cup 32 soccer match between England and Congo in Atlanta, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Butch Dill) England Survived One of FIFA World Cup 2026 Biggest Fears After Harry Kane struck twice in the final 15…
France’s Kylian Mbappe (10) celebrates his third goal during the World Cup Round of 32 soccer match between France and Sweden in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Tuesday, June 30, 2026. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith) The 2026 FIFA World Cup last 32 clash at the MetLife Stadium saw France deliver a masterclass in attacking efficiency…
Morocco’s Ismael Saibari (11) scores against Dutch goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen (1) in a penalty shootout. (AP Photo) Ismael Saibari held his nerve in a dramatic penalty shoot-out to fire Morocco into the last 16 and condemn the Netherlands to their first. FIFA World Cup outing in recent memory, as the Atlas Lions prevailed 3-2 after…
Auqib Nabi’s four-wicket spell with the second new ball helped India A take control of the first unofficial Test against Sri Lanka A on day three, giving the visitors an overall lead of 170 runs.Starting the day on 113 for 2, Sri Lanka A looked well placed and reached 300 for 5 before Nabi changed…
Norway players perform a rowing ritual during the World Cup Group I soccer match between Norway and Senegal in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Monday, June 22, 2026. (AP Photo) Norway booked their place in the knockout stages of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after beating Senegal 3-2 in New Jersey on Monday. After…
Norway’s Erling Haaland (9) celebrates after scoring his third goal. (AP Photo) Erling Haaland continued his extraordinary scoring run with a brilliant brace as Norway booked their place in the Round of 32 with a thrilling 3-2 win over Senegal in Group I on Monday night.Making his first FIFA World Cup appearing since 1998, the…