• 

  Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Haaland headline action-packed World Cup day as history beckons

  Football | June 22, 2026 17:00 IST

  FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout berths will be up for grabs as Argentina take on Austria, France face Iraq and Norway battle against Senegal in an action-packed Day 12 of the tournament. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland will be in focus once again.

• 

  Mohamed Salah powers Egypt to historic win over New Zealand, Pharaohs boost their knockout hopes

  Football | June 22, 2026 12:26 IST

  Mohamed Salah gave Egypt a lead before his assist helped them double it in a 3-1 win over New Zealand in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Egypt are on top of Group G and are primed to qualify for the knockouts after their maiden World Cup win.

• 

  Japan create history in FIFA World Cup with their 4-0 rout of Tunisia

  Football | June 21, 2026 12:15 IST

  Japan routed Tunisia 4-0 in their second match of the FIFA World Cup 2026. It was a milestone 1000th game in the World Cup as Japan created more history, registering the biggest win by an Asian team in the tournament's history.

• 

  Turkey crash out of FIFA World Cup 2026 as Paraguay cause major upset in Group D

  Football | June 20, 2026 12:10 IST

  Turkey and Paraguay took on each other in a Group D clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. While Turkey hoped to improve and register their first win, they were left stunned as Paraguay managed a 1-0 defeat and eliminated them from the tournament altogether.

• 

  Algeria officially file complaint against Lionel Messi and Argentina after controversial decision

  Football | June 20, 2026 10:09 IST

  The AFF (Algeria Football Federation) has come forward and filed an official complaint with FIFA after Lionel Messi was not shown a red card for his tackle against skipper Aissa Mandi in the side's recent FIFA World Cup clash.

• 

  BRA vs HAI FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlghts: Brazil defeat Haiti 3-0 to stay in playoffs race

  Football | June 20, 2026 8:45 IST

  Brazil continues its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by taking on Haiti. The two sides meet at the Philadelphia Stadium for the clash, and after a 1-1 draw against Morocco in their last game, Brazil will be hoping for their first win.

• 

  Ismael Kone ruled out of Canada's remaining FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with freak injury

  Football | June 19, 2026 11:51 IST

  Canada's 24-year-old star midfielder, Ismael Kone, has been ruled out of the remainder of the FIFA World Cup 2026 after he sustained a freak injury in the side's clash against Qatar. He is expected to be out of contention for 3-4 months.

• 

  Mexico qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts, see off South Korea with a thrilling 1-0 win

  Football | June 19, 2026 9:08 IST

  Co-hosts of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Mexico, have become the first team to qualify for the knockout stages of the tournament. The side has won Group A and currently occupies first place in their group after a brilliant show against South Korea.

• 

  Lionel Messi creates world record as Argentina kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign

  Football | June 17, 2026 7:17 IST

  Lionel Messi has become the first-ever player to take the field in six FIFA World Cup editions as Argentina kick their campaign off against Algeria. Messi has also made his 200th appearance for the La Albiceleste.

• 

  Did Mexico legend Guillermo Ochoa confirm his professional retirement? Interview gives major hint

  Football | June 16, 2026 16:19 IST

  Guillermo Ochoa has been a Mexican icon, having been part of six World Cup editions since 2006. Ochoa did not play Mexico's FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against South Africa and has now hinted at his professional retirement.

• 

  Will Neymar play for Brazil in FIFA World Cup 2026 clash vs Haiti? Latest reports drop big update

  Football | June 16, 2026 15:32 IST

  Brazil missed Neymar in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Morocco as the forward continues his recovery from a grade two calf strain that he picked up playing for Santos on May 17. The Seleção are gearing up for their second clash against Haiti and hope Neymar will be back in time.

Advertisement
• 

  Why was Iran's football team asked to 'leave US immediately' after FIFA World Cup draw with NZ?

  Football | June 16, 2026 12:48 IST

  Iran escaped a major scare from New Zealand after salvaging a 2-2 draw with the much-lower-ranked team in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener in Inglewood. Iran were asked to leave the US right after their match against the All Whites, team coach Amir Ghalenoei revealed.

• 

  Iran kick off FIFA World Cup campaign with New Zealand stalemate; check how AFC teams have performed

  Football | June 16, 2026 11:22 IST

  Iran survived a major scare from New Zealand to kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Inglewood. Team Melli were down twice in their outing against the All Whites, but salvaged a 2-2 stalemate as the AFC teams remain unbeaten in the tournament so far.

• 

  Who is Cabo Verde's goalkeeper Vozinha, the man who stopped Spain in FIFA World Cup 2026?

  Football | June 16, 2026 10:16 IST

  Vozinha was the star, as he was instrumental in holding powerhouse Spain to a 0-0 stalemate in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The 40-year-old became the oldest player to keep a clean sheet on World Cup debut. Here is all you need to know about the goalkeeper.

• 

  Cabo Verde hold off Spain to kick off FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, register historic first point

  Football | June 15, 2026 23:48 IST

  With Spain taking on Cabo Verde to kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, much to the fans' surprise, Cabo Verde put forth a defensive masterclass and held off Spain to a 0-0 draw, as both sides shared points.

• 

  ESP vs CPV FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Cabo Verde hold off Spain at 0-0 in Atlanta

  Football | June 17, 2026 7:27 IST

  The stage is set for Spain to kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. The side will be taking on Cabo Verde to kick off their campaign, and it could be interesting to see which side comes out on top in the clash.

• 

  Why is Lamine Yamal not starting for Spain as they kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign?

  Football | June 15, 2026 21:43 IST

  With Spain kicking off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign by taking on Cabo Verde in Atalanta, let us have a look at why star youngster Lamine Yamal is not starting for the side in their World Cup opener.

• 

  Japan head coach Hajime Moriyasu's unique coaching method goes viral after draw against Netherlands

  Football | June 15, 2026 18:00 IST

  With Japan getting a point out of the Netherlands clash at the FIFA World Cup 2026, the side's head coach Hajime Moriyasu, has gone viral after his unique coaching method of putting up a whiteboard took the limelight.

• 

  Iran reach US for FIFA World Cup 2026 after peace deal agreement; what can be next for them?

  Football | June 15, 2026 13:52 IST

  Iran's national football team was forced to change its training base from Arizona to Baja California due to the war between the US and Iranian regimes. Iran have now travelled to the US ahead of their tournament opener against New Zealand.

• 

  Cricket-like rule comes to rescue in Sweden's cakewalk 5-1 win over Tunisia in FIFA World Cup: Video

  Football | June 15, 2026 12:37 IST

  Mattias Svanberg's celebration was cut short after an offside flag was raised for his strike in the 84th minute against Tunisia in the FIFA World Cup 2026. Svanberg was later awarded his goal as a cricket-like rule came to the rescue.