At his last World Cup, Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines by attempting numerous shots, but surprisingly, none translated into goalscoring opportunities, setting a record for missed chances. (AP Photo) He took more shots than any player in World Cup history without creating a single chance for a teammate. Yet somehow this stat tells you everything and…
Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku (9) celebrates after scoring his team’s fourth goal. (AP Photo) Belgium rubbed salt into the United States’ wounds after knocking the co-hosts out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, celebrating their emphatic 4-1 round of 16 win with a pair of cheeky social media posts that quickly went viral.The Belgian Red Devils…
India’s Sanju Samson (ANI photo) First, captain Suryakumar Yadavand now Player of the Tournament Saint Samson. Almost four months after winning the T20 World Cup, India decided to move on from two key figures from the team that defended the title at home. While Ajit Agarkarchairman of the men’s senior selection committee, held a press…
Croatia’s Josko Gvardiol (4) scored a goal against Portugal goalkeeper Diego Costa (1) which was later ruled out due to an offside call (AP Photo) Croatia formally wrote to FIFA after their drama FIFA World Cup Elimination of the round of 32 against Portugal, accusing the football governing body of allowing technology to overstep its…
Folarin Balogun chases the ball during the World Cup round of 16 match against Belgium. (AP Photo) After days of intense debate, political interference and unprecedented controversy over his red card suspension being overturned, Folarin Balogun’s return to the United States lineup ended with little to show as Belgium stormed to a convincing 4-1 victory…
Belgium’s Romelu Lukaku (9) celebrates after the World Cup Round of 16 match against the United States. (AP Photo) Romelu Lukaku etched his name FIFA World Cup history as Belgium stormed into the quarter-finals with a commanding 4-1 victory over the United States, becoming the first player to score as a substitute in four different…
Spain’s Lamine Yamal, right, embraces Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (7) (AP Photo) Spanish teenager Lamine Yamal shared a touching moment Cristiano Ronaldo after ending one of the greatest football World Cup careers on Monday. Moments after Spain sealed a dramatic 1-0 win over Portugal in the Round of 16, the 18-year-old was among the first players…
Belgium’s Youri Tielemans (8) reacts after Belgium won a World Cup Round of 16 soccer match against the United States in Seattle, Monday, July 6, 2026. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr) Belgium produced a ruthless attack to defeat tournament co-hosts the United States 4-1 at Seattle Stadium, booking their place in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo in tears after the World Cup Round of 16 defeat against rivals Spain. (AP Photo) Cristiano Ronaldo wiped his eyes as the final whistle blew at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Monday night, cheering the fans in the stands for the last time in a World Cup shirt. Spain beat Portugal…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo/Gareth Patterson) Cristiano Ronaldo said Portugal’s historic triumph at UEFA Euro 2016 had the same emotional value for him as his victory FIFA World Cupdespite the World Cup being widely regarded as football’s ultimate prize. The Portugal captain made the remarks following his country’s 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round…
Roberto Martinez, right, gives instructions to Cristiano Ronaldo. (AP Photo) Roberto Martinez has announced his departure as Portugal coach following the team’s elimination from the 2026 FIFA World Cup, ending his three-and-a-half-year tenure. Portugal’s campaign came to an end after a 1-0 defeat to Spain in the Round of 16 at the Dallas Stadium. Mikel…
Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo (AP Photo) Cristiano Ronaldoit is remarkable FIFA World Cup The journey came to an emotional end on Monday as Portugal were knocked out by Spain in the Round of 16, bringing the curtain down on the legendary striker’s sixth and final appearance at football’s biggest tournament. The 41-year-old left the field visibly…
Spain’s Mikel Merino scores the opening goal as Portugal goalkeeper Diogo Costa (1) tries to stop him during the World Cup round of 16 match between Portugal and Spain. (AP Photo) A moment of sheer tactical brilliance in the dying moments of the match saw Spain break Portuguese hearts and book their place in the…
Spain’s defense set a World Cup milestone by recording six consecutive clean sheets, with goalkeeper Unai Simon boasting a remarkable 609-minute scoreless streak. (AP Photo) A top-class defensive wall and record-breaking goalkeeping have propelled Spain into the World Cup history books. By beating arch-rivals Portugal 1-0 in a high-altitude clash on Monday, La Roja broke…
The United States and Belgium meet at Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) in one of the signature ties of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with a quarter-final meeting against Spain awaiting the winner. While the matchup already has significant sporting importance, the build-up has been dominated by one of the biggest controversies of…
FIFA World Cup Round of 7 Live: Team news is in! Both lineups confirmed for the blockbuster clash The team sheets are closed here in Dallas, and the two managers have called explosive formations for this monumental Iberian derby. England’s Anthony Taylor will be the man in charge of the whistle tonight. PORTUGAL STARTING XI:…
Cape Verde’s goalkeeper Vozinha (1) and Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) compete during the World Cup Round of 32 soccer match between Argentina and Cape Verde in Miami Gardens, Florida, Friday, July 3, 2026. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha could complete one of the most notable transfers of the summer following his outstanding performance…
Folarin Balogun (20) of the United States tackles Bosnia’s Tarik Muharemovic (4) during the World Cup 32 soccer match in Santa Clara, Calif., near San Francisco, Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Balogun received a red card on the play. (AP Photo) Belgium have been allowed to appeal FIFA’s decision to suspend United States forward Folarin Balogun’s…
Erling Haaland (l), and the Indian U-17 team that played against Norway in 2016 Ten years ago, an Indian Under-17 team held Norway scoreless in the first half in a youth international game. On Sunday, one of the boys in that part of Norway, Erling Haaland, led his country into the quarter-finals of the FIFA…
Jude Bellingham’s touching gesture to Gilberto Mora England star Jude Bellingham produced one of the standout performances of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, but it was his touching post-match gesture towards Mexico teenager Gilberto Mora that captured the hearts of fans following the Three Lions’ dramatic 3-2 win at the Estadio Azteca.A…
Harry Kane lost his voice after England’s World Cup win and struggled during his post-match interview. Harry Kane gave one of the most memorable post-match interviews of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after literally singing his voice out during England’s jubilant celebrations following their dramatic 3-2 round of 16 win over Mexico. Moments after helping…
Referee Raphael Claus shows a red card to Folarin Balogun (R) of the United States. (AP Photo) FIFA’s unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin Balogun’s automatic one-match ban has sparked fierce debate at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, drawing criticism from rival teams and coaches even as the United States welcomed the move ahead of their…
Greenwood High School students get perfect scores on 2026 IBDP exams; two become world’s top players New Delhi: Two students of Greenwood High School International School have secured a perfect score of 45 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP) examination to be held in May 2026, ranking among the best in the world, according…
England’s Jordan Henderson is being treated by the training staff after an injury. (AP Photo) England is memorable FIFA World Cup The win over Mexico was overshadowed by a freak post-match injury to veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson, who was taken to hospital after suffering what manager Thomas Tuchel described as a “really nasty” wrist injury…
England’s Jude Bellingham (10) celebrates after scoring his team’s first goal during the World Cup Round of 16 soccer match between Mexico and England in Mexico City, Sunday, July 5, 2026. (AP Photo/Natacha Pisarenko) Jude Bellingham engraved his name in the FIFA World Cup the record books after scoring the fastest third in the tournament’s…
Brazil’s Neymar (10) disputes with Norway goalkeeper Oerjan Nyland (1) (AP/PTI) Neymar shared a heated exchange with Norway goalkeeper Ørjan Nyland after converting a late penalty during Brazil’s 2-1 defeat in the last 16 of the FIFA World Cup, a moment that added extra drama to the five-time champions’ shock exit.Brazil’s hopes of lifting a…
England’s Harry Kane (9) reacts after scoring his team’s third goal against Mexico. (AP Photo) England engraved their names FIFA World Cup folklore on Sunday night, becoming the first team to ever defeat Mexico at the Estadio Azteca in a World Cup match, as they overcame a dramatic second-half attack to seal a thrilling 3-2…
England’s Harry Kane (AP Photo) Harry Kane engraved his name in the FIFA World Cup the record books on Sunday, although not just for the reason he would have wanted, during England’s dramatic 3-2 win over Mexico in the Round of 16.The England captain became the first player since at least 1966 to score and…
England’s Jude Bellingham (10) celebrates after scoring his second goal (AP Photo) England survived a hostile atmosphere, a second-half red card and relentless late pressure to defeat co-hosts Mexico 3-2 at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday, booking their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter finals. The win sends the Three Lions into the…