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FIFA World Cup 2018: France, biggies, VAR and more talking points from tournament in RussiaSubscriber Only

July 17, 2018 08:20 IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 produced many talking points with France winning their second title in third final appearance.

Moscow :France's Olivier Giroud holds up the trophy as he celebrates with teammates at the end of the final match between France and Croatia at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia, Sunday, July 15, 2018. AP/PTI Photo(AP7_16_2018_000004B)

FIFA World Cup 2018: How French media reacted to nation lifting trophySubscriber Only

July 17, 2018 08:17 IST

French media, both print and TV, hailed their young side's performance as the country lifted their second FIFA World Cup title on Sunday.

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FIFA 2018: Missing Brazil, but then Kolkata had a much relaxed World Cup finalSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 20:06 IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: Kolkata was hoping for Brazil to reach the final but those were dashed as France and Croatia entered the final.

FILE PHOTO: A view shows the Khalifa International Stadium in Doha, Qatar, May 18, 2017. REUTERS/Ibraheem Al Omari/File Photo

Russia passes the baton to Qatar for FIFA World Cup 2022Subscriber Only

July 16, 2018 16:14 IST

The next FIFA World Cup is scheduled to be held in Qatar during November to December 2022.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: France were conservative, but not timid on way to titleSubscriber Only

July 17, 2018 08:18 IST

France scraped through in the group stages before turning on the magic in the knockout stages including in the high-scoring final.

France's Kylian Mbappe, right, and teammate Olivier Giroud celebrates after the final match between France and Croatia at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia

FIFA World Cup 2018 Review: France, Brazil, Belgium make up teams of tomorrowSubscriber Only

July 17, 2018 08:18 IST

At the FIFA World Cup 2018, a total of 169 goals were scored in 64 matches – an average 2.6 goals per match with one goalless draw.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Didier Deschamps, Raphael Varane join history booksSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 11:23 IST

Didier Deschamps lifted his second World Cup trophy. He did it as the captain of France 20 years ago in the 1998 World Cup. He did it again on Sunday, as a coach, this time.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Group F - Germany vs Sweden - Fisht Stadium, Sochi, Russia - June 23, 2018   Germany's Toni Kroos celebrates scoring their second goal with Antonio Rudiger, Marco Reus and Mario Gomez    REUTERS/Hannah McKay

WATCH: Best goals from 2018 FIFA World CupSubscriber Only

July 17, 2018 08:19 IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 tournament saw some of the most unforgettable goals. Here are some of the best goals in Russia.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018   France coach Didier Deschamps celebrates with the trophy after winning the World Cup               REUTERS/Carl Recine

France vs Croatia, FIFA World Cup 2018 final: Reactions after France’s win

July 16, 2018 06:52 IST

France beat Croatia 4-2 at Moscow's Luzhniki stadium to win the 2018 World Cup. It is the second time that France have managed to lift the trophy.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018  France's Antoine Griezmann holds the trophy as he celebrates winning the World Cup  REUTERS/Christian Hartmann

FIFA World Cup 2018: Golden Antoine Griezmann delivers on the biggest stage

July 16, 2018 06:14 IST

The noise of the stadium and the thunderclaps in the clouds did not distract Antoine Griezmann as he coolly put away a penalty and played a crucial role in his team's goal burst in the second half.

Croatia's Luka Modric and Mario Mandzukic react

Croatia fear World Cup chance may never come again

July 16, 2018 06:06 IST

Croatia's first golden generation lost to France in the 1998 World Cup semifinals, and its second went one better.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: With flags, song, pride, French celebrate unifying victory

July 16, 2018 05:57 IST

France's 4-2 win over Croatia in the World Cup final in Moscow on Sunday marked the second time in 20 years that the World Cup trophy comes to the country, and came at a time when the people feel needy.

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From one teenage World Cup sensation to another: Pele pays witty tribute to Kylian MbappeSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 08:37 IST

Kylian Mbappe became the only teenager apart from Pele to have scored in a World Cup final on Sunday.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018  Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic in a huddle with the players after the match  REUTERS/Michael Dalder

FIFA World Cup 2018 final: You should be proud despite defeat, Croatia coach tells players

July 16, 2018 03:27 IST

The Croatia players were given a standing ovation by their fans after taking the game to the French for the entire 90 minutes, dominating much of the match.

France head coach Didier Deschamps lifts the trophy after France beat Croatia by 4-2 during the final match between France and Croatia at the 2018 soccer World Cup in the Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow, Russia, Sunday, July 15, 2018. (AP Photo/Martin Meissner)

FIFA World Cup 2018 final: Mental strength paid off for France, says coach Didier Deschamps

July 16, 2018 03:17 IST

France overpowered Croatia 4-2 to lift the trophy and Didier Deschamps became only the third man, after Brazil's Mario Zagallo and German Franz Beckenbauer to win it both as player and coach.

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Luka Modric, Croatia’s tragic hero, leaves lasting impact on World CupSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 11:44 IST

Luka Modric won the Golden Ball award at World Cup 2018 in which France beat Croatia 4-2 in the final on Sunday.

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France coach Didier Deschamps: Water carrier who fed wineSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 11:42 IST

Didier Deschamps had his detractors back home — including legendary Eric Cantona — but his tough love and guidance reaped rich dividends in the end.

France's Kylian Mbappe poses with the best young player award after the World Cup final against Croatia. (Source: AP)

FIFA World Cup 2018: Kylian Mbappe wins Young Player AwardSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:23 IST

Kylian Mbappe became the second France player in two consecutive World Cup to win the Young Player Award.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018  Croatia's Luka Modric poses with the FIFA Golden Ball award as France's Kylian Mbappe poses with the FIFA Young Player award  REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach

FIFA World Cup 2018 Awards: Full list of award winnersSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 10:37 IST

FIFA announced a number of awards to recognise the great performances throughout their time in Russia including Golden Boot, Golden Ball, Golden Glove, Young Player and Fair Play Awards.

Brussels : Belgian soccer team player Thibaut Courtois reacts on the balcony of the city hall at the Grand Place in Brussels, Sunday, July 15, 2018. Belgium placed third in the World Cup 2018. AP/ PTI(AP7_15_2018_000259A)

FIFA World Cup 2018: Thibaut Courtois wins Golden Glove AwardSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:33 IST

Thibault Courtois was awarded the Golden Glove at the FIFA World Cup 2018 after guiding Belgium to third-place finish in Russia.

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FIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia’s Luka Modric wins the Golden Ball AwardSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:25 IST

Luka Modric has been awarded the FIFA World Cup 2018 Golden Ball Award after the final between Croatia and France in Moscow.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018  France players celebrate after winning the World Cup  REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov

France win their second FIFA World Cup title: List of World Cup winnersSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:33 IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: France, in their third World Cup final, appearance maintained their unbeaten record over Croatia to lift the title in Moscow.

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France win FIFA World Cup 2018: Twitter explodes with congratulatory messages for Les BleusSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:19 IST

France are FIFA World Cup 2018 winner after beating Croatia 4-2 in final in Moscow on Sunday.

Harry Kane scored five goals in the World Cup tournament in Russia. (Source: Reuters)

FIFA World Cup 2018: Harry Kane wins Golden BootSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:37 IST

England striker Harry Kane scored six goals in seven games in the World Cup tournament in Russia, more than any other player.

Soccer Football - World Cup - Final - France v Croatia - Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow, Russia - July 15, 2018  France's Hugo Lloris reacts after his mistake led to Croatia's Mario Mandzukic (not pictured) scoring their second goal   REUTERS/Maxim Shemetov

WATCH: Hugo Lloris howler gifts Croatia World Cup final goalSubscriber Only

July 16, 2018 09:12 IST

An absolute howler from Hugo Lloris awarded Mario Mandzukic Croatia's second goal of the final showdown between France and Croatia in Moscow.

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