Infantino Says FIFA Acted Independently Despite Trump's Call on Balogun Suspension

Seattle: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended the independence of the world football body's judicial system after confirming that U.S. President Donald Trump personally contacted him over the disciplinary case involving American striker…

Ronaldo says 2026 World Cup will be his last, rules out immediate international retirement

Dallas- Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the final World Cup of his illustrious career. However, the veteran forward made it clear that he has no plans to retire from international football…

T20 WC reminds us why women’s cricket is unmissable: Jay Shah

New Delhi: After Australia crushed England by seven wickets at Lord's to lift their sixth T20 World Cup title, ICC chairman ICC Chairman said that women's cricket is in its golden era and that the tournament served as a reminder…

Morocco Outclass Co-hosts Canada to Reach FIFA World Cup Quarter-finals

Houston - Morocco produced a dominant second-half performance to defeat co-hosts Canada 3-0 in Houston, becoming the first team to knock out a host nation at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and securing their place in the quarter-finals.

Canada made…

FIFA World Cup: Cape Verde’s dream debut ends in heartbreak, but Blue Sharks leave a lasting legacy

Miami- Tiny island nation Cape Verde may have bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but their remarkable debut campaign has earned admiration across the football world.

With a population of just over half a million spread across an archipelago…

Asian Games Selection to Be Merit-Based, Not Just Participation: Mandaviya

New Delhi- Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has made it clear that India will send only athletes capable of delivering strong performances at the 2026 Asian Games, stressing that events such as the Asian Games and the Commonwealth Games are…

Praggnanandhaa Shines with Strong Start, Gukesh Recovers After Early Setback in Grand Chess Tour Croatia

Zagreb: Indian Grandmaster R. Praggnanandhaa made an impressive start to the Super Rapid & Blitz Croatia, the third leg of the Grand Chess Tour, finishing the opening day in joint second place. Meanwhile, reigning world champion D. Gukesh ended…

Mbappe breaks World Cup knockout scoring record, moves ahead of Messi in Golden Boot race

New Jersey- France captain Kylian Mbappe continued his sensational run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, breaking the tournament's all-time knockout-stage scoring record while overtaking Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot.

Playing in…

Paraguay's Grit and Self-Belief Knock Germany Out, Seal Historic FIFA World Cup Milestone

Foxborough- Paraguay scripted one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA World Cup after defeating four-time champions Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout to book a place in the Round of 16 on Tuesday. Players and coaching staff credited unwavering…

India Outlast England in Shootout After Defensive Masterclass in FIH Pro League Finale

London: The Indian men's hockey team produced a disciplined defensive performance to edge past England 3-2 in a penalty shootout after a goalless draw in the reverse fixture of the FIH Hockey Pro League at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre…