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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Panama, Tunisia eye chances to improve legacies

  June 28, 2018 15:59 IST

  Tunisia are seeking their first World Cup victory since 1978 when the sides meet to close out Group G play on Thursday night.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan target win over Poland to top Group H

  June 28, 2018 15:43 IST

  Poland, by contrast, has been one of the competition's disappointing teams, particularly in attack.

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  Diego Maradona is Argentina's biggest fan and distraction

  June 28, 2018 12:55 IST

  Maradona might be Argentina's No. 1 fan at the World Cup, but he's also proving to be an unwanted and sometimes embarrassing distraction.

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  'Dark day for German football' after World Cup elimination

  June 28, 2018 12:03 IST

  It was the first time Germany has been knocked out in the first round since 1938, though the team was not allowed to enter the 1950 tournament.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018 sets new record for own-goals

  June 28, 2018 12:02 IST

  With 8 own-goals already scored, the ongoing FIFA World Cup has set a new record.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Switzerland qualify for knockouts after 2-2 draw with Costa Rica

  June 28, 2018 10:51 IST

  Costa Rica ended their preliminary round engagements rock-bottom of the group with just one point to show for.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil beat Serbia to enter World Cup pre-quarters

  June 28, 2018 10:44 IST

  Serbia finished third with three points and are eliminated alongside Costa Rica.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Trump's joke on Cristiano Ronaldo falls flat

  June 28, 2018 10:27 IST

  Rebelo de Sousa, who is on an official visit to Washington, revealed the stark contrast between their political cultures.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Sweden rout Mexico 3-0, qualify for knockout stages

  June 27, 2018 23:40 IST

  The Swedes rolled to a 3-0 rout Wednesday, never challenged in the second half, overtaking Mexico to win Group F just four nights after a gut-wrenching last-minute loss to Germany.

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  FIFA WC 2018: Defending champions Germany eliminated after 0-2 loss to Korea Republic

  June 27, 2018 23:28 IST

  Besides Germany this year, France in 2002, Italy in 2010 and Spain in 2014 were the previous defending champions to get eliminated in the group stage.

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  Maradona 'fine' after being treated by doctor at World Cup

  June 27, 2018 17:09 IST

  No other figure or former player is overshadowing their national team like Maradona is with Argentina at the World Cup. 

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Escobar meme lands Kolkata police in hot water

  June 27, 2018 15:50 IST

  Although Kolkata Police refused to comment, the Facebook post got flooded with comments condemning it as many said it was in bad taste.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: When an Indian kid nearly bumped into Iker Casillas in Russia

  June 27, 2018 15:36 IST

  The trip to the World Cup host nation has been a learning experience for the 12-year-old Bengaluru boy.

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  Who're in and who're out at the World Cup in Russia

  June 27, 2018 14:44 IST

  With half of the groups finished and the other four groups still playing, here's a look at who're in, who're out and possible scenarios.  

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Race for the Golden Boot is firing up

  June 27, 2018 13:49 IST

  Here is the list of players involved in the Golden Boot race of FIFA World Cup 2018.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Confident Switzerland face already eliminated Costa Rica

  June 27, 2018 12:42 IST

  A win or even a draw will be enough for Switzerland to book themselves a ticket for the knockout stages.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico eye top spot against desperate Sweden

  June 27, 2018 12:23 IST

  Mexico started their campaign in spectacular fashion, stunning defending champions Germany 1-0 and the 2-1 win against South Korea in their next match strengthened their position at the top of the group.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Diego Maradona treated by paramedics post Argentina win

  June 27, 2018 15:28 IST

  He had earlier celebrated Argentina's late winner from Marcos Rojo by sticking up both of his middle fingers at the crowd.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay happy that Suarez, Cavani find their rhythm together

  June 27, 2018 10:50 IST

  On Monday against Russia, Suarez scored from a free kick with a low shot that sailed past Russia's wall while Cavani pounced on a loose ball after the goalkeeper parried it from a header by Diego Godin.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Eyeing pre-quarters berth, holders Germany aim to eliminate S. Korea

  June 27, 2018 10:57 IST

  Since FIFA has operated the World Cup with 32 teams, only Chile has advanced to the round of 16 after earning three points in the group stage.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil look to seal qualification against Serbia

  June 27, 2018 10:31 IST

  Brazil haven't been at their best in the first two games, playing out a 1-1 draw against the Swiss and having to wait until injury time to finally secure the goals and the win against lowly Costa Rica.  

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: New ball to be used for knockout stage

  June 27, 2018 10:31 IST

  The new red design reflects the host nation's colours and the "rising heat" of the second half of the competition.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia end Iceland's chances at World Cup with 2-1 win

  June 27, 2018 6:23 IST

  Ivan Perisic capitalized on a defensive error to score a 90th-minute winner Tuesday, giving Croatia a 2-1 win over Iceland and first place in Group D on Tuesday.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Lionel Messi finally scores as Argentina advance to round of 16

  June 27, 2018 6:16 IST

  Argentina will play France in the last 16 in Kazan on Saturday. If Argentines win and Portugal beats Uruguay on Saturday, Messi would face Cristiano Ronaldo in the quarterfinals.

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: Australia eliminated, Peru end campaign on high note

  June 26, 2018 23:05 IST

  Andre Carrillo's 18th-minute goal — a half-volley from inside the area — was Peru's first in a World Cup since their last appearance 36 years ago. 

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  FIFA World Cup 2018: France, Denmark draw 0-0, advance from Group C

  June 26, 2018 23:09 IST

  France topped the group with two wins and a draw, and Denmark had five points.

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  A guide to the World Cup when you know nothing about football

  June 26, 2018 17:33 IST

  Here's a guide for football newbies about some of the more rudimentary aspects of play.

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  Sikh football fan racially targeted due to skin colour in UK

  June 26, 2018 16:10 IST

  The manager of GMS Heating & Plumbing was accused of forgetting his motherland and his skin colour in the poisonous letter.