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Last Updated:July 17, 2026, 6:02 PM IST Milei has watched all seven of Argentina’s previous tournament matches from home, a run that has seen the defending champions remain unbeaten By staying in Buenos Aires, Milei is also cleverly navigating a long-standing domestic political minefield. Argentine folklore dictates that politicians who show up to major sporting…
Last Updated:July 17, 2026, 10:40 IST Pele’s 1958 World Cup final jersey sold for $4.9 million at a US auction, becoming the second most expensive jersey ever sold. Pele hoisted on the shoulders of his teammates after Brazil won the 1970 FIFA World Cup. (AP Photo) A match-worn shirt from one of football’s most iconic…
Lionel Messi’s Argentina have reached the final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and will take on Spain in the summit clash on Sunday (July 19) at New York New Jersey Stadium in their bid to lift the coveted trophy. In addition to chasing another FIFA World Cup title, Messi will also have the opportunity…
Last Updated:July 16, 2026, 11:16 IST Quite the irony that the world cup final will be played between two powerhouses who failed to tame Cape Verde in 90 minutes. Lionel Messi (10) reacts falls to the ground during the 2026 World Cup round of 32 football match between Argentina and Cape Verde. (AFP Photo) The…
Last Updated:July 16, 2026, 06:00 IST Lionel Messi has 17 goal contributions (7 goals, 10 assists) to his name in 16 FIFA World Cup knockout matches for Argentina across six editions. Lionel Messi has 17 goal contributions to his name in 16 FIFA World Cup knockout matches. (Picture Credit: AFP) Lionel Messi now tops the…
Last Updated:July 15, 2026, 09:13 IST Kylian Mbappe’s dream of winning a second world cup has ended following France’s 0-2 defeat to Spain in Dallas. Kylian Mbappe’s France will now contest for the third place. (AP Photo) France were in red-hot form heading into their FIFA World Cup 2026 semifinal showdown against Spain. The former…
Last Updated:July 15, 2026, 03:24 IST La Roja are now unbeaten in their last 37 international matches, registering 28 wins and nine draws during this remarkable streak. Spain equal record of longest unbeaten streak by European team in men’s football. (Picture Credit: AP) Spain defeated France 2-0 on Tuesday (July 14) to book their place…
Last Updated:July 14, 2026, 10:39 IST Kylian Mbappe did not take part in the full training session for France ahead of their world cup semifinal clash with Spain. Kylian Mbappe suffered an injury during France’s quarterfinal win over Morocco. (AP Photo) France captain Kylian Mbappé picked up an injury during their FIFA World Cup quarter-final…
Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni insisted Wednesday’s FIFA World Cup semifinal against England was “just a football game”, refusing to add to the narrative surrounding one of international football’s fiercest rivalries after his side reached the last four with a hard-fought win over Switzerland. Argentina defeated Switzerland 3-1 after extra time in Kansas City on Saturday…
Last Updated:July 12, 2026, 1:57 PM IST Germany have taken a major step towards appointing Jurgen Klopp as national team coach after positive talks in New York, with the DFB confident of reaching an agreement. Jurgen Klopp at the FIFA World Cup 2026 (AP) Germany have moved a step closer to appointing Jurgen Klopp as…