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FIFA World Cup 2018: Sochi’s empty stadium reflects Russian sports struggles
June 6, 2018 20:19 IST
When Portugal takes on Spain on June 15, it will be the first match there since June 29, 2017, when Germany beat Mexico 4-1 in the Confederations Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentinean football fans write stadium Anthems
June 6, 2018 18:58 IST
San Lorenzo is not a powerhouse like Boca Juniors or River Plate, but its fan base is known for its talent in rewriting local hit songs, turning them into stadium anthems
After breakthrough season, Trent Alexander-Arnold ready for FIFA World Cup 2018
June 6, 2018 18:23 IST
Without an international cap to his name and just 26 Premier League appearances, 19-year-old Trent Alexander-Arnold appears, on paper, to be a relatively risky choice for England's World Cup campaign in Russia.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Tunisia aiming to progress past group stage, says Yohan Benalouane
June 6, 2018 18:37 IST
Tunisia recorded their first victory in the World Cup finals when they beat Mexico in 1978 but have not won at the tournament since.
FIFA World Cup history: Shootout decides World Cup match for the first time in 1982
June 6, 2018 18:23 IST
The 1982 semifinal match between France and West Germany concluded with a penalty shootout, the first one at the World Cup.
Shame Argentina did not withstand pressure from Israeli-hating inciters, says Minister after friendly called-off
June 6, 2018 16:46 IST
The warm-up game in Jerusalem was hotly opposed by Palestinians, who claim the eastern part of the city, annexed by Israel, as the capital of their future state.
Iran first team to arrive in Russia for FIFA World Cup
June 6, 2018 16:46 IST
Iran became the first team to arrive in Russia for the World Cup on Tuesday, nine days before the opening match.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina focused on lifting trophy, says Marcos Rojo
June 6, 2018 16:46 IST
Argentina, who lost the final to Germany in the 2014 World Cup, are placed along with Nigeria, Croatia and Iceland this year in Group D.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Reaching quarter-finals not good enough for England, says Raheem Sterling
June 6, 2018 16:46 IST
Fans and pundits have muted expectations of England's World Cup campaign given the team's underwhelming displays at the 2014 World Cup and the 2016 European Championships.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Egypt must not be too dependent on Salah, says coach Hector CuperSubscriber Only
June 6, 2018 16:46 IST
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah is recovering from the shoulder ligament injury suffered in last month's Champions League final loss to Real Madrid when he went off early in the game.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Israel in uproar over Argentina pre-World Cup friendly snub
June 6, 2018 20:42 IST
Argentina have cancelled their final World Cup warmup match against Israel, striker Gonzalo Higuain said on Tuesday.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia held to 1-1 draw by Turkey at home
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
World Cup hosts Russia, lying a miserable 66th in the FIFA rankings, extended their winless streak to seven games when they were held 1-1 at home by Turkey.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Pass out and you may wake up in a Soviet-era drunk tankSubscriber Only
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
It's an old Soviet-era style designated ‘sin bin’ used to make drunks sober up. Locals have a name for it — Vytrezvitel.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Sweden, less talented but more effective than ZwedenSubscriber Only
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
When Zlatan Ibrahimovic was in the Sweden team, all moves were aimed at setting him up for a crack at goal, even if a teammate was in a better position.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Egyptian football suffered after Arab Spring; only to rise miraculously and make it to RussiaSubscriber Only
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
Football played a significant role in the Egyptian Arab Spring but suffered in its aftermath. There were tragedies in the stands and failures on the pitch, but the team has risen miraculously to make it to Russia.
FIFA World Cup 2018: After agony of Kiev, England’s Jordan Henderson switches focus
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
England midfielder Jordan Henderson says he has put the anguish of Liverpool's Champions League final defeat to Real Madrid out of his mind as he switches focus to the World Cup.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil’s Douglas Costa returns to training after injury, Renato Augusto out
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
Winger Douglas Costa has trained with the rest of the Brazil team for the first time since World Cup preparations began two weeks ago.
WORLD CUP: Geoff Hurst hat trick wins it for England in 1966
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
More than 50 years later, Hurst is still the only player to score a hat-trick in a final. His first, a header in the 18th minute, got England back to 1-1.
FIFA World Cup 2018 spending, profits set to fall short of record sums
June 6, 2018 16:47 IST
The 2018 World Cup has cost Russia billions of dollars to stage and will make FIFA hundreds of millions in profit.
One job France’s President Emmanuel Macron won’t touch: National football coach
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
French President Emmanuel Macron oozes self-confidence, has outwitted his opponents and shrugs off public criticism, but there's one other high-pressure job even he doesn't like the look of: coach of the national football team.
Sergio Ramos takes no blame for challenge that hurt Mohamed Salah
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
Mohamed Salah was hurt after landing heavily on his arm and there were fears he could miss the World Cup because of the injury, but he should recover in time to take part.
Iceland fired up for FIFA World Cup 2018 thunderclap
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
An inhospitable climate and the smallest population of any World Cup nation have failed to dampen Iceland's burning desire to make history at this month's tournament in Russia in their own unique way.
Poland’s team doctor doubts Kamil Glik will go to the FIFA World Cup 2018
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
The shoulder injury suffered by Poland's Kamil Glik will most likely exclude the defender from the squad for the World Cup
FIFA files criminal complaint over World Cup 2018 ticket sales
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
FIFA says it filed a criminal complaint in Switzerland against online platform Viagogo for selling World Cup tickets.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Players will help Harry Kane handle England captaincy, says Gary Cahill
June 6, 2018 16:48 IST
Harry Kane captained England in three of their eight World Cup qualifiers and has been handed the role for Russia where the 24-year-old will also be expected to help fire the side into the knockout stages.
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