Norway's Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener, led the viral 'Viking Row' celebration at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday, joining embassy officials and football fans in recreating the signature chant that has become synonymous with No ... read..
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground stadium on the final day of his three-day visit to Australia, where he said that India is striving to host the 2036 Olympics and expressed delight over Chennai hosting the opening fi ... read..
Norway forward Erling Haaland offered his fans a glimpse of the training session ahead of the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final clash against England, through a post on social media. ... read..
Australia's Big Bash League (BBL) will kick off its 2026-27 season in India, with Chennai's MA Chidambaram Stadium set to host the opening match in December, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced on Friday. ... read..
France head coach Didier Deschamps highlighted the unique pressure surrounding Les Bleus' World Cup campaign, saying expectations have been higher than ever before. ... read..
Ousmane Dembele expressed his delight after scoring and helping France reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals, saying he is gaining confidence and momentum as the tournament progresses. ... read..
France captain Kylian Mbappe etched his name deeper into the record books to his growing World Cup legacy, becoming the youngest player to make 20 FIFA World Cup appearances and the fastest player to reach 20 goals in the tournament's history. ... read..
France celebrated their victory over Morocco with jubilant scenes from the locker room, as the players shared moments of pure joy after securing their place in the World Cup semi-finals. ... read..
Kylian Mbappe expressed his delight after France's victory over Morocco in the quarter-finals, saying the team had moved "a little closer" to their ultimate goal of winning the World Cup. ... read..
South Africa coach Hugo Broos confirmed that he will step away from full-time coaching, saying the decision is irreversible after the country reached the World Cup knockout stages for the first time. ... read..
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) applauded Morocco's inspiring World Cup campaign, saying their remarkable journey may have come to an end, but the benchmark they set will endure, while thanking the Atlas Lions for making the continent proud. ... read..
Kylian Mbappe urged France to stay focused after reaching the World Cup semi-finals, insisting there is no room for complacency as the challenges ahead will be even tougher. ... read..
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi admitted his side was disappointed with the defeat, acknowledging that France dominated the first half of the quarter-finals through superior possession and effective attacking play. ... read..
Indian National Record holder and the fastest 110m hurdler of India, Tejas Shirse, has qualified for the Commonwealth Games, marking the end of his remarkable comeback after sustaining a career-threatening ankle injury. ... read..
French President Emmanuel Macron congratulated the national team after their World Cup semi-final qualification, praising the players' performance and spirit. ... read..
France captain Kylian Mbappe continued his sensational runs in the ongoing FIFA World Cup, as he scored the opening goal for his side against Morocco in their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final in Boston on Thursday before Ousmane Dembele doubled the lead ... read..
Lionel Messi's words of unity resonated inside Buenos Aires Cathedral on Thursday as Archbishop Jorge Garcia Cuerva invoked the Argentina captain's message during a Mass celebrating the country's Independence Day, with the national team preparing for thei ... read..
France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals with a 2-0 victory over Morocco in a gripping quarter-final encounter at Boston Stadium. ... read..
Norway's star Erling Haaland described the World Cup quarter-final clash against England as a special occasion, acknowledging the unique nature of facing the country where he was born. ... read..
Portugal and Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes expressed his disappointment and frustration after his side's World Cup exit, admitting the team's quality and strong bond had raised expectations. ... read..
India's struggles in the five-match T20I series against England continued on Thursday as they suffered a nine-wicket defeat in the fourth game in Bristol, handing the hosts an 3-0 lead with one match still to play. ... read..
Kylian Mbappe has become the face of Paraguay's heartbreak after an effigy of the France captain was burned during the country's traditional San Juan festival following Mbappe's side's edge past Paraguay 1-0 in their FIFA World Cup clash. ... read..
England defender Jarell Quansah will miss Saturday's FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Norway after receiving a two-match suspension for the red card he was shown in the Round of 16 victory over Mexico. ... read..
Morocco midfielder Brahim Diaz embraced the pressure ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against France, saying he is always willing to take responsibility in big moments. ... read..
France will hand a starting role to attacking midfielder Desire Doue as head coach Didier Deschamps makes a tactical adjustment by leaving Bradley Barcola on the bench for Thursday's FIFA World Cup quarter-final against Morocco (local time). ... read..
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 9, 2026 7:28:43 PM IST
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Quarter-Finals will revive memories of the 2022 FIFA World Cup when France take on Morocco in a highly anticipated quarter-final clash. The two nations last met on the World Cup stage in the semi-finals in Qatar, where France ended ... read..
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 9, 2026 7:28:15 PM IST
Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler said that during the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup, every match "feels like a final", adding that the gap between traditional powerhouses and the rest of the world is shrinking, with more smaller, lesser-known nation ... read..
Norway striker Erling Haaland reflected on one of the greatest victories in his country's football history after the Scandinavian side stunned five-time champions Brazil to reach the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, while also playfully reminding forme ... read..
France signalled their readiness for a blockbuster FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Morocco with a symbolic social media post featuring winger Michael Olise playing chess, as Les Bleus prepare for another high-stakes knockout battle on Thursday ( ... read..
Tributes continued to pour in for former India captain Sourav Ganguly a day after his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame, with batting legend Sachin Tendulkar and World Cup-winning all-rounder Yuvraj Singh leading the congratulations for one of Indian cr ... read..
Norway's Ambassador to India, May-Elin Stener, led the viral 'Viking Row' celebration at the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday, joining embassy officials and football fans in recreating the signature chant that has become synonymous with No ... read..
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 9, 2026 12:57:00 PM IST
Fueling the wave of padel's remarkable growth in India, the World Padel League (WPL) is set to return with its biggest edition to the iconic Dome, SVP Stadium, Mumbai, from August 12-16, 2026. ... read..
As India accelerates its preparations to host the Commonwealth Games 2030 and strengthens its bid for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2036, the country is steadily establishing itself as one of the world's most capable destinations for international spor ... read..
Defending FIFA World Cup champions Argentina marked the country's 210th Independence Day with a heartfelt message to supporters on Thursday, as Lionel Scaloni's side continues its quest to retain the world title at the FIFA World Cup 2026. ... read..
FIFA Chief Refereeing Officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting that referees cannot be influenced by anyone as controversy continues to surround several decisio ... read..
The Sports Authority of India (SAI), under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports (MYAS), and the Safdarjung Sports Injury Centre (SIC), under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare (MoHFW), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday ... read..
Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes the Red Devils are peaking at the right time and is confident they have what it takes to pull off a major upset against European champions Spain when the two sides meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals ... read..
Norway head coach Stale Solbakken played down suggestions that his side's familiarity with Premier League football would provide an edge against England, saying the Three Lions' biggest stars actually play outside England's top flight. ... read..
Morocco will be without in-form forward Ismael Saibari for their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France, but head coach Mohamed Ouahbi insists the Atlas Lions will stick to their philosophy as they chase a historic place in the semi-finals. ... read..
England midfielder Morgan Rogers admits there may be no perfect way to stop Norway star Erling Haaland but believes cutting off the striker's supply lines will be key when the two sides meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. ... read..
Morocco head coach Mohamed Ouahbi has dismissed suggestions that his side has already exceeded expectations at the FIFA World Cup 2026, insisting the Atlas Lions are targeting the title as they prepare for a blockbuster quarter-final clash against France ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Belgium, Spain and Barcelona star Dani Olmo said that the team treats every match as if it is a final and hailed 18-year-old Lamine Yamal for his recent performances. ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup clash against England in the quarterfinals, Norway skipper Martin Odegaard expressed happiness at getting to play against his Premier League teammates from Arsenal and highlighted that despite their team's underdog statu ... read..
The White House has defended its handling of Iran's visa restrictions during the ongoing FIFA World Cup, with top official Andrew Giuliani saying that the Iranian squad's decision to change its tournament base from the US to Tijuana in Mexico proved to be ... read..
FIFA president Gianni Infantino could face an investigation from the International Olympic Committee (IOC) following an announcement by a rights group to file a complaint, alleging a breach of political neutrality rules through his support for US presiden ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal clash against Morocco, the France head coach Didier Deschamps demanded more efficiency attacking-wise from his team, noting that their opposition has "top individuals" who are "here to win". ... read..
The Egypt Football Association on Wednesday announced the extension of national men's side head coach Hossam Hassan's contract after a solid outing in the ongoing FIFA World Cup. ... read..
Ahead of his side's historic one-off Test against England at Lord's, Indian women's team head coach Amol Muzumdar urged his side to put aside the disappointment of not reaching the ICC Women's T20 World Cup semifinals and focus on the present. ... read..
Cristiano Ronaldo expressed solidarity with his side despite all the speculations about his international football future following Portugal's heartbreaking FIFA World Cup round of 16 exit against Spain. ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco, France head coach Didier Deschamps feels totally unbothered by the appointment of Argentinian officials for the match, saying that their opponent is Morocco, not the officials, and he trusts ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup quarterfinal clash against Morocco, the France head coach Didier Deschamps demanded more efficiency attacking-wise from his team, noting that their opposition has "top individuals" who are "here to win". ... read..
Ahead of his side's FIFA World Cup clash against Morocco in the quarterfinals, France head coach Didier Deschamps said that captain Kylian Mbappe is "in a good place mentally" despite battling racism from Paraguay senator Celeste Amarilla following their ... read..
England stars Declan Rice, Marc Guehi and Reece James followed their individual programmes while training ahead of the FIFA World Cup clash against Norway scheduled for Saturday. ... read..
Czech tennis player Linda Noskova made history during the ongoing Wimbledon tournament on Wednesday, becoming the youngest player to reach the first-ever semifinal in London, at the age of 21. ... read..
23-year-old British star Arthur Fery continued his dream run at the ongoing Wimbledon, sealing the semifinal spot with a stunning win over Flavio Cobolli, becoming only the second wildcard to reach the semifinals of the prestigious tournament. ... read..
Former Mexico and Barcelona legend Rafael Marquez has been named the new coach of the men's national side following their exit in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA World Cup. ... read..
France head coach Didier Deschamps said ahead of the FIFA World Cup quarterfinal against Morocco that their appeal to get Michael Olise's controversial yellow card against Paraguay in the round of 16 has been rejected by FIFA. ... read..
Switzerland and Burnley midfielder Zeki Amdouni posted a hilarious Snapchat picture, expressing happiness at getting to play against Lionel Messi during the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarterfinal, saying that now that he is getting a chance to battle against th ... read..
Norway and Manchester City superstar striker Erling Haaland surprised fans by releasing a remix of his old, viral rap song titled 'Kygo jo' with Norway DJ and music producer Kygo. ... read..
Indian wrestling star and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) icon Sangram Singh expressed excitement for his Asian Champion Title match against arch-rival Pakistan's Abid Ali, saying that he is feeling a "mix of excitement and nervousness" and adding that the matte ... read..
England veteran batter Tammy Beaumont will retire from international cricket following the historic one-off Test against India at Lord's from July 10 onwards, bringing down the curtains on one of the finest careers of women's international cricket spannin ... read..
Grammy award-winning singer Justin Bieber, K-Pop group BTS, Burna Boy, and pop culture icons Shakira and Madonna will be performing at the FIFA World Cup 2026 final half-time show in New Jersey. ... read..
England midfielder Jordan Henderson confirmed that he has undergone surgery after he injured his wrist while celebrating his side's win over Mexico in their round of 16 FIFA World Cup clash at Azteca on July 5 (local time). ... read..
M Satyanarayan, Deputy Secretary General of the All India Football Federation (AIFF), has expressed disappointment over the Indian football men's team's absence from the 2026 Asian Games, set to take place from September 19 to October 4 in Japan. ... read..
Agents from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have begun gathering information and recording testimonies as part of a probe into the finances of the Argentine Football Association (AFA) in the United States, Fox Sports reported citing Argentine ne ... read..
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the quarter-final stage after an eventful Round of 16, with only eight teams remaining in the race for football's biggest prize. The 48-team tournament has now been narrowed down to Argentina, France, Morocco, Spain, Be ... read..
The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) on Wednesday confirmed the end of the national team coach Roberto Martinez's tenure following his contract expiry. ... read..
Former India captain Sourav Ganguly on Wednesday said that it's a huge honour to be inducted into the Hall of Fame and expressed his gratitude to the ICC and Chairman Jay Shah. ... read..
Mumbai (Maharashtra) | July 8, 2026 7:57:15 PM IST
Major League Baseball (MLB) today announced a new partnership with one of India's most dynamic cricketers - Suryakumar Yadav, who will serve as an MLB Ambassador, collaborating on fan engagement initiatives, original content and marquee events designed to ... read..
Defending champions Delhi Public School, RK Puram and Government Girls Senior Secondary School, Faridabad, began their title defences with commanding victories as the fourth edition of the Oriental Cup got underway at Dr. Ambedkar Stadium on Tuesday. ... read..
Sporting Club Delhi co-owner and CEO Dhruv Sood expressed excitement for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2026-27 season, expressing hope for more people engaging with Indian football. ... read..
The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Mansukh Mandaviya, on Wednesday announced that Telangana will host the Khelo India Youth Games (KIYG) 2026 edition. ... read..
The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) president Hany Abo Rida has submitted a formal complaint to the FIFA against French referee Francois Letexier and his officiating team after Egypt's 3-2 defeat to Argentina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 c ... read..
Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalic has stepped down after nine years in charge after his side's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026 following a 2-1 loss to Portugal in the Round of 32. ... read..
The International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah expressed his condolences over the passing of former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran, who passed away at the age of 38 on Tuesday. ... read..
Former India opener Virender Sehwag paid a heartfelt tribute to former captain Sourav Ganguly on his 54th birthday on Wednesday, recalling the iconic shirt-waving celebration at Lord's that became one of the defining images in Indian cricket history. ... read..
Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian has launched a scathing attack on the United States and the handling of the FIFA World Cup 2026, accusing the host nation of "bending rules", "bullying rivals" and "cheating" amid a series of controversies that have oversh ... read..
The France team offered fans a glimpse of the relaxed atmosphere in camp ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against Morocco, sharing pictures of captain Kylian Mbappe and forward Ousmane Dembele embracing and laughing during a training sessi ... read..
Thierry Henry said his former Barcelona teammate Lionel Messi reminded everyone that he is "not human" after the Argentina captain inspired a dramatic comeback against Egypt, saying the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner has a unique ability to raise his game ... read..
Brazil's veteran football player Rivaldo praised Lionel Messi and Argentina's fighting spirit after the defending champions staged a remarkable comeback to defeat Egypt in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. ... read..
Former England skipper David Beckham paid an emotional tribute to Lionel Messi after the Argentina captain inspired his side's thrilling comeback victory over Egypt, praising not only the World Cup legend's brilliance on the pitch but also his character a ... read..
Argentina forward Julian Alvarez showered praise on captain Lionel Messi after the latter inspired a dramatic comeback victory over Egypt, describing him as "the best player in the world and in history" following another record-breaking performance at the ... read..
Folarin Balogun apologised to United States supporters following the team's exit from the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying the disappointment of their Round of 16 defeat would fuel the squad as they look to build on a tournament that showcased the country's gr ... read..
Switzerland President Guy Parmelin congratulated the national football team after its historic run to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals, calling the achievement the first step towards the final after the Swiss defeated Colombia in a dramatic penalty ... read..
Thierry Henry believes Cristiano Ronaldo has nothing left to prove despite Portugal's FIFA World Cup 2026 exit, describing the veteran forward's legacy as "untouchable" following what was confirmed to be his final appearance at football's biggest tourname ... read..
Following a dramatic and controversial 3-2 Round of 16 loss to defending champions Argentina, Egypt head coach Hossam Hassan has announced a personal boycott of the remainder of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, citing a lack of "fair play" and "justice" in the to ... read..
Defending champions Argentina captain Lionel Messi admitted his side feared elimination after falling two goals behind against Egypt but said Cristian Romero's strike reignited belief as La Albiceleste produced a dramatic 3-2 comeback to reach the FIFA Wo ... read..
Portugal were left heartbroken after another premature FIFA World Cup exit, losing to Spain 1-0 in the round of 16 courtesy of a late winner from Mikel Merino, which also shattered the hopes of 41-year-old icon Cristiano Ronaldo, playing his last WC, to l ... read..
Argentina players celebrated their win in the dressing room after registering a memorable come-from-behind 3-2 win against Egypt in the FIFA World Cup round of 16 clash on Tuesday, sealing a berth in the quarterfinal. ... read..
Following his side's win over Egypt in the round of 16 clash of the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Argentina icon Lionel Messi admitted he felt that he let the team down after missing a penalty in the first half, while expressing gratitude that god had "somethin ... read..
Following a massive 125-run loss to England in the third T20I, Indian skipper Shreyas Iyer expressed that the team's batting performance was "atrocious" and "unacceptable", saying that the team needs to go back to the drawing board. ... read..
The multi-time Grammy-winning singer Ed Sheeran performed am secret gig for the England squad at their Kansas City base during the ongoing FIFA World Cup and backs the Three Lions to reach the finals, predicting their opponents to be two-time champions Fr ... read..
Following Argentina's epic comeback win over Egypt in the round of 16, which saw Lionel Messi deliver some magic once again, and Switzerland prevailing in the clash against Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw, the quarterfinal line-up for the ... read..
Switzerland marched into the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals, beating Colombia 4-3 on penalties after the match ended in a goalless draw despite being taken to extra time at Vancouver on Tuesday. ... read..
US Soccer will be holding talks with head coach Mauricio Pochettino over his future with the men's national side after the co-hosts crashed out of the ongoing FIFA World Cup with a shambolic 4-1 loss to Belgium in their round of 16 clash at Seattle. ... read..
The former French Open champion and American tennis star Coco Gauff made it into her first-ever Wimbledon semifinal, beating compatriot Jessica Pegula in her quarterfinal match. ... read..
Belgium midfielder Amadou Onana suffered an injury during his side's FIFA World Cup round of 16 win over co-hosts the United States, which has put his participation for the remainder of the tournament under doubt. ... read..
England's Marc Guehi said that teammate Jordan Henderson is "on the road for a speedy recovery" after he injured his wrist while celebrating his side's win over Mexico in their round of 16 FIFA World Cup clash at Azteca. ... read..
Argentina Football Association (AFA) expressed joy following the team's remarkable comeback win against Egypt on Tuesday to seal the quarterfinal spot. ... read..
