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England couldn't beat Maradona; they can't beat Messi either

July 16, 2026 5:04 am

Argentina fight back from the brink to punish England's ultra defensiveness.

Messi's assists vs England puts him into lead in FIFA World Cup Golden Boot race

July 16, 2026 4:56 am

FIFA World Cup: Messi pipped Kylian Mbappe on Wednesday night after he turned provider for Enzo Fernandez and Lautaro Martinez in Argentina's 2-1 semifinal win against England. Both Messi and Mbappe have 8 goals each with the Argentinian just ahead due to his 4 assists as opposed to the French star's two.

Argentina break England hearts to book FIFA World Cup final vs Spain

July 16, 2026 2:58 am

In both of Argentina goals, it was Golden Boot race leader Lionel Messi who racked up an assist. Messi now has a goal or an assist in each of his last 11 World Cup games. 

England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Semifinal Match Live Updates: ARG break ENG hearts with late turnaround

July 16, 2026 4:28 am

Enzo Fernandez scored a stunning equaliser in the 85th minute and Lautaro Martinez headed in what turned out to be the winner in the second minute of added time as Argentina turned it around and reached a second consecutive World Cup final.

FIFA World Cup | How Spain's de la Fuente outwitted and outclassed France's Deschamps

July 15, 2026 9:35 pm

An accumulation of many moments orchestrated to perfection by Luis de la Fuente and his coaching staff led to Spain's 2-0 semi-final win over France. The scoreline does not flatter to deceive.

How Didier Deschamps's elite bunch fell short on big stage – 3 times to Spain

July 15, 2026 8:07 pm

France coach invested in his ultra-talented players but modern football is a collective effort; one World Cup title in 14 years in charge not the optimum return for the resources at his disposal

Knew it was going to cause lot of controversy: Balogun on red card reversal row

July 15, 2026 6:37 pm

FIFA World Cup: Ultimately Balogun playing the match did not matter as Belgium thrashed USA 4-1 and eliminated the hosts from the tournament.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Who is officiating semifinal between England and Argentina?

July 15, 2026 6:53 pm

Know who are the officials for the blockbuster semifinal between England and Argentina.

Not referee, we lost to ourselves: Cherki after France's World Cup loss to Spain

July 15, 2026 3:38 pm

FIFA World Cup: The Manchester City player also said that Spain played the way they wanted but France couldn't which led to the defeat.

Tuchel addressed post-match comments with team, cleared air after quarterfinal win

July 15, 2026 2:29 pm

England’s victory against Norway sparked a media frenzy centred on Tuchel’s critical post-match remarks.

As France and Argentina head to World Cup finals, jubilant fans throng streets in celebration

December 15, 2022 2:00 pm

Lionel Messi wins FIFA Player of the Year for record-sixth time

September 25, 2019 1:33 pm

Lionel Messi beat Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk and five-time winner Cristiano Ronaldo to win the best FIFA Player of the Year award for a record-sixth time.

Photos: France's World Cup celebrations go from euphoria to unruly

July 16, 2018 11:28 am

France vs Croatia FIFA World Cup 2018 Final: France kiss World Cup in Moscow rain

July 16, 2018 6:36 am

France won their second World Cup title after beating Croatia 4-2 in the 2018 edition final in Moscow on Sunday

FIFA World Cup 2018: Samuel Umtiti header against Belgium puts France in final

July 11, 2018 9:31 am

France beat Belgium 1-0 to enter FIFA World Cup 2018 final where they will play either England or Croatia.

FIFA World Cup 2018: England, Croatia end long wait for semi-final spot

July 08, 2018 5:10 am

England and Croatia set up a semi-final date by recording victories in their quarter final fixtures against Sweden and Russia respectively

FIFA World Cup 2018: Sun sets on Brazil; France and Belgium set up semi-final date

July 07, 2018 3:22 am

Brazil were beaten 2-1 by Belgium while Uruguay lost 2-0 to France, thus ending the South American challenge in Russia.

FIFA World Cup 2018: England break the penalty shootout jinx, Sweden's Russian adventure continues

July 04, 2018 6:07 am

England and Sweden prevailed in their Round of 16 matches against Colombia and Switzerland respectively.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil, Belgium earn quarterfinals berth

July 03, 2018 2:02 am

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil beat Mexico and Belgium beat Japan to book their quarterfinals spot.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Star-studded Spain fall, Croatia soldier on

July 02, 2018 5:53 am

Spain were stunned by hosts Russia while Croatia beat Denmark on penalties.

El Madrigal: Home to Spanish football club Villarreal

June 22, 2020 6:04 pm

If there is anything important than Pottery in the city of Villarreal, it has to be its football team. The 23,000 seater stadium can hold almost half of Villarreal's 50,000 population bringing the town to a standstill when there is La Liga action.

Coliseum Alfonso Perez - Where Giants Tremble

June 22, 2020 6:05 pm

Coliseum Alfonso Perez has been host to many great nights in Spanish football history. Home ground of Getafe CF, the Stadium has become a ground to be feared by all other teams with each passing season in La Liga.

The picturesque Abanca Balaidos stadium

June 22, 2020 6:07 pm

Celta Vigo's scenic Abanca Balasidos stadium has been a host to some of the heated clashes in La Liga during its 90-year history. The stadium has also hosted some of the major music concerts of artists such as a Madonna and the Rolling Stones.

FIFA World Cup 2018 Preview: Brazil, Uruguay knocked out; Will England, Croatia survive tonight?

June 22, 2020 6:23 pm

The South American nations, Brazil and Uruguay, collapsed in the first two quarterfinal matches on Friday, and were knocked out from the competition. On Saturday, England will face Sweden, while hosts Russia will take on Croatia. Who will make it to

FIFA World Cup 2018 Preview: Which teams will face each other in the Quarterfinals?

June 22, 2020 6:24 pm

After England defeated Colombia in the penalty shootouts, they cemented their spot in the quarterfinals of the World Cup. Which teams will face each other in the quarterfinals in Russia?

Gianni Infantino Becomes Fifa's New President: What His Appointment Means

February 27, 2016 3:26 pm