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'He has lied': Luis Figo asks for Gianni Infantino's resignation amid FIFA World Cup share chaos
Football | Aug 06, 2026, 03:03 PM ISTFormer Portuguese footballer Luis Figo took centre stage and demanded the resignation of FIFA president Gianni Infantino after the latter decided to sell FIFA World Cup stakes for the upcoming edition, giving private investors a share in ticketing and marketing.
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FIFA president Infantino scraps World Cup sell-off plan after massive backlash
Football | Aug 01, 2026, 01:46 PM ISTGianni Infantino had proposed making a USD 20 billion company to run the World Cup with private investors. However, his proposed plan was met with severe backlash from UEFA, Concacaf and AFC, following which Infantino has decided to abandon his plan.
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UEFA issues statement, threatens to boycott all FIFA events following discussion of privatising WC
Cricket | Jul 30, 2026, 09:51 PM ISTUEFA and its 55 member associations have warned they could boycott FIFA tournaments if plans to sell stakes in World Cup and other competitions to private investors are approved. The move follows concerns over governance, consultation and the future control of football’s biggest events.
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Spain, England, Portugal among 55 European nations threaten to boycott next FIFA World Cup
Football | Jul 29, 2026, 11:14 AM ISTUEFA's 55 member nations are considering a boycott of a future FIFA World Cup as opposition grows to FIFA's plan to attract outside investors into its commercial arm. An emergency meeting is expected this week, reviving tensions last seen during the failed biennial World Cup proposal.
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Zinedine Zidane appointed as new France head coach after Didier Deschamps calls it quits
Football | Jul 28, 2026, 03:13 PM ISTZinedine Zidane has been named France's new head coach after Didier Deschamps ended his 14-year reign. The World Cup winner returns to management after 2021 and will lead Les Bleus through the 2030 World Cup qualifiers, starting with the Nations League.
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When Deepika Padukone became the first Indian to unveil the FIFA World Cup trophy | Throwback
Bollywood | Jul 20, 2026, 08:23 AM ISTAs Jung Ho-yeon made history at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, fans looked back at Deepika Padukone's landmark appearance in 2022. The Bollywood star remains the first Indian to unveil the FIFA World Cup trophy before a final.
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Who is Jung Ho-yeon? Squid Game star becomes first Korean actor to unveil FIFA World Cup trophy
korean | Jul 20, 2026, 07:42 AM ISTThe actress from Squid Games and the Spanish tennis star introduced the Louis Vuitton trunk holding the FIFA World Cup Winner’s Trophy before the last game between Spain and Argentina.
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FIFA confirms match officials for upcoming World Cup 2026 final; Check details
Football | Jul 17, 2026, 12:10 PM ISTWith Argentina all set to take on Spain in the final of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, FIFA took centre stage and revealed the team of match officials who will be present in the summit clash of the tournament.
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Why does England's upcoming FIFA WC game at the Azteca Stadium spell trouble for them? Check details
Football | Jul 05, 2026, 07:34 PM ISTThe stage is set for England to take on Mexico in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The two sides will meet at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico; let us have a look at why the venue holds significance in the hearts of Mexico fans.
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Cabo Verde head coach opens up on taking on champions Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts
Football | Jun 27, 2026, 03:36 PM ISTWith Cabo Verde securing their place in the round of 32 stage of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, the side's head coach, Bobista, took centre stage and talked about facing Argentina in the upcoming knockout fixture.
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Will Cristiano Ronaldo be dropped from Portugal's Starting XI for Uzbekistan game? Coach speaks up
Football | Jun 23, 2026, 04:59 PM ISTVoices to drop Cristiano Ronaldo from the Starting XI have grown louder after his poor outing in the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against DR Congo. Ronaldo failed to inspire Portugal, having missed several chances he got with the ball.
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Erling Haaland only second player in 52 years to register massive feat as Norway into knockouts
Football | Jun 23, 2026, 01:18 PM ISTErling Haaland has four World Cup goals in just two appearances in his maiden edition in 2026. Haaland scored a brace again to join an elite list of players in a major record as Norway defeated Senegal 3-2 to book their spot in the knockouts.
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Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe, Haaland headline action-packed World Cup day as history beckons
Football | Jun 22, 2026, 05:00 PM ISTFIFA 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.
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Mohamed Salah powers Egypt to historic win over New Zealand, Pharaohs boost their knockout hopes
Football | Jun 22, 2026, 12:26 PM ISTMohamed 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.
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Japan create history in FIFA World Cup with their 4-0 rout of Tunisia
Football | Jun 21, 2026, 12:15 PM ISTJapan 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.
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Turkey crash out of FIFA World Cup 2026 as Paraguay cause major upset in Group D
Football | Jun 20, 2026, 12:10 PM ISTTurkey 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.
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Algeria officially file complaint against Lionel Messi and Argentina after controversial decision
Football | Jun 20, 2026, 10:09 AM ISTThe 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.
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BRA vs HAI FIFA World Cup 2026 Highlghts: Brazil defeat Haiti 3-0 to stay in playoffs race
Football | Jun 20, 2026, 08:45 AM ISTBrazil 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.
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Ismael Kone ruled out of Canada's remaining FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with freak injury
Football | Jun 19, 2026, 11:51 AM ISTCanada'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.
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Mexico qualify for FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts, see off South Korea with a thrilling 1-0 win
Football | Jun 19, 2026, 09:08 AM ISTCo-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.