Indrans’ ‘PRIVATE’ selected for IFFM 2026; Deepak Deon says, ‘The film is a reflection of the modern world’ – Exclusive Malayalam film ‘PRIVATE’ has been officially selected for the 17th Indian Film Festival Melbourne (IFFM) 2026.Written and directed by Deepak Deon, the film will be screened at the event, which is scheduled to take place…
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…
Akane Yamaguchi and Shi Yu Qi (AP Photos) NEW DELHI: Winning a world title is one thing. Defense is an even bigger challenge. As the BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years, the focus will be firmly on the five reigning champions who arrive in New Delhi with the pressure to stay on…
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…
It was the type of Ferrandipity Spain perhaps needed in the end to reconquer its world. When the denouement came, the camera slowly turned to observation, staying close to a few central characters and showing how they tried to make sense of the eventuality. Against the sunny backdrop of a giant New Jersey stadium, a…
NEW DELHI: Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain could have further consequences, with FIFA launching an investigation into the post-match clashes that broke out after Sunday’s final at the New York New Jersey Stadium in New Jersey.Spain beat Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win their second FIFA World Cup title, but celebrations were…
NEW DELHI: Lionel Messi shared an emotional message following Argentina’s 0-1 defeat by Spain in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday. While admitting the defeat hurt, the 39-year-old said he was proud of what Argentina had achieved in their title defence.Spain ended Argentina’s hopes of becoming…
Marc Cucurella’s secret pre-match ritual helped continue Spain’s World Cup winning superstition / Image: X Marc Cucurella was seen performing an unusual pre-match ritual ahead of Spain’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Argentina, and it has now emerged that the act was part of a 16-year-old superstition handed down by one of Spain’s previous…
President Donald J. Trump shakes hands with Spain’s Lamine Yamal 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/Ashley Landis) US President Donald Trump gave the same congratulatory message to all Spain and Argentina players during the…
Spain return to Madrid (Image: @SEFutbol/X) Fresh from their 2026 FIFA World Cup triumph, Spain’s national soccer team returned home to a hero’s welcome, with celebrations taking to the streets of Madrid. The Real Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Monday that the World Cup-winning team had landed in the Spanish capital, while the players…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) Lionel Messi suffered a rare off day in Argentina’s 2026 FIFA World Cup final defeat in Spain, with the legendary striker failing to create a single chance for a teammate for the first time in his World Cup career. The statistic underlined Spain’s defensive discipline as Luis de la Fuente’s…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10), center, and teammates (AP/PTI) Argentina’s Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, has expressed sincere gratitude to Indian football fans for their unwavering support during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the final. Speaking to X after the tournament, Caucino acknowledged the immense support the Albiceleste have received…
Spain’s Rodri celebrates with the tournament’s best player award later (AP/PTI) Spanish midfielder Rodri has etched his name alongside some of football’s greatest legends after completing one of the sport’s rarest collections of honors after La Roja. FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph. With Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, Rodri became…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) walks among the Spanish players during the medal ceremony (AP/PTI photo) The Spanish players produced one of the decisive moments of sportsmanship after winning the FIFA World Cup 2026, forming a guard of honor for Lionel Messi and the Argentina team as they collect their runner-up medals after the final at…
A World Cup of Records, Redemption and Remarkable Stories The New York New Jersey Stadium shook on Sunday night, 82,500 voices rising as one. Ferran Torres struck in the 106th minute, and Spain were again world champions after 16 years. Across the field, Lionel Messi, probably playing his last match of the World Cup, at…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10) stands on the pitch after the World Cup final (AP/PTI photo) Lionel MessiThe glittering World Cup journey ended in the heartland, but the love of Argentina supporters never faded. Moments after Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at MetLife Stadium, emotional scenes unfolded…
Spain lift the FIFA World Cup after 16 years (Image: ANI) Spain’s long-awaited FIFA World Cup triumph was marred by tragedy after a 13-year-old boy died and two others were injured when part of a historic fountain collapsed during victory celebrations earlier Monday.The incident happened shortly after midnight at the Arbol Gordo fountain in the…
Amitabh Bachchan he spent a busy Sunday balancing his old tradition of meeting fans outside his Mumbai home, Jalsa, with his passion for football. After greeting his admirers at his weekly Sunday match, the former striker stayed on to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup final, then shared his thoughts on Argentina’s narrow 1-0 defeat…
Fans gather during the World Cup final match between Argentina and Spain in downtown Buenos Aires, Argentina, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo) Is there a more devoted fanbase in international football than Argentina? The scenes on Sunday after the final defeat of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Spain have once again made this…