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FIFA World Cup 2018: Jesse Lingard to start for England in Nigeria friendly
June 6, 2018 19:43 IST
Jesse Lingard will start for England in Saturday's friendly against Nigeria at Wembley Stadium and manager Gareth Southgate believes there is no reason why he can't play alongside Dele Alli.
FIFA 2018 World Cup: Brazilian favela paints tribute to local hero Gabriel Jesus
June 6, 2018 19:43 IST
More than a dozen houses of the region were painted with a depiction of the Manchester City and Brazil striker celebrating a goal, as if he were calling for his mother Vera Lucia.
Australia trounce Czech Republic 4-0 in FIFA World Cup 2018 warm-up
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
Australia cruised to a 4-0 win against the Czech Republic on Friday, giving the Socceroos a much-needed confidence boost ahead of this month's World Cup with their first victory abroad in nearly two years.
How Julen Lopetegui turned Spain’s sadness to excitement
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
Spain ruled global football for four years then fell from grace with inconsistent performances at the last two major tournaments
World Cup moments: When title contenders England were stunned by USA’s part-timers
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
The year was 1950 and in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, an England team that was expected to contend for the title was beaten by the United States, a hastily assembled group of part-time players.
Iran suspend football ties with Greece after World Cup warm-up games nixed
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
The statement says Iran will take "legal action'' through FIFA to force Greece to financially compensate the Iranian players and sport over the cancellation.
FIFA World Cup 2018: A look at the stadiums that will host football’s biggest event in Russia
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
Here are all the 12 stadiums which will host FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia starting from June 14.
Germany’s Manuel Neuer will be first choice if he makes FIFA World Cup 2018, says Oliver Bierhoff
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
Manuel Neuer will be the first choice keeper at next month's World Cup if he makes the final squad, team manager Oliver Bierhoff said on Thursday
Peru captain Paolo Guerrero cleared to play at FIFA World Cup 2018 after court ruling
June 6, 2018 19:44 IST
Paolo Guerrero was cleared to play at next month's World Cup after a Swiss court on Thursday agreed to temporarily lift his doping suspension while it considered his appeal against a 14-month ban.
Cup of Life is Cup of Love: Kolkata couple get ready to watch their 10th World Cup
June 6, 2018 20:20 IST
Travelling in a group of seven former Custom Club footballers, the couple are slated to leave on June 14 and return on June 28, if they are unable to manage tickets for knock-out rounds.
FIFA World Cup 2018 to have little impact on Russia’s economy: Moody’s
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
The 2018 football World Cup will have little lasting impact on the Russian economy, Rating agency Moody's Investors Service said on Thursday.
FIFA World Cup 2018: ‘Mentally stronger’ Danny Welbeck ready to fire for England
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Danny Welbeck was sidelined for eight months after undergoing surgery for the knee problem but the Arsenal forward has since forced his way back into England squad.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan’s new coach Akira Nishino plays it safe with 23-man squad
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Keisuke Honda and Shinji Kagawa were among almost a dozen named on Thursday who represented Japan four years ago in Brazil when Japan failed to advance from the group stage.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Lacklustre Russia lose again, Japan suffer home defeat in warm-up gamesSubscriber Only
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Defeat for the Russians came after a poor seven-month period in which they failed to win in six consecutive games, conceding 10 goals in their last four matches.
We are fed up of underachieving, says Croatia’s Vedran Corluka
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Croatia are determined to reach the World Cup knockout rounds for the first time since the 1998 tournament when they sent shock waves by advancing to the semi-finals, stalwart defender Vedran Corluka said
FIFA World Cup 2018: These five Brazil-born players never played for their country
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Here is a list for 5 players who were born in Brazil but never got a chance to represent their country.
FIFA World Cup 2018 Schedule, Venue, Match Timings in IST
June 13, 2018 19:46 IST
FIFA World Cup 2018 Schedule: FIFA World Cup is set to begin from June 15, 2018, and will feature 32 teams.
England hone shootout skills ahead of FIFA World Cup 2018: Jordan Pickford
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
England are preparing for the prospect of penalties at next month's World Cup as they look to avoid a familiar fate of being knocked out of a major competition on spot kicks.
FIFA World Cup 2018 can launch Sardar Azmoun towards big club move, says Ali Daei
June 6, 2018 20:21 IST
Ali Daei has backed compatriot Sardar Azmoun to be one of the breakout stories of the World Cup finals and use the tournament as a springboard to sign for a top club side.
FIFA Football World Cup 2018: Australia coach Bert van Marwijk hears World Cup clock ticking
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
Australia coach Bert van Marwijk is far from relaxed as the Socceroos race to be fit for the FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia.
FIFA Football World Cup 2018: England have discussed prospect of racism in Russia, says Ashley Young
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
England's players have talked about the potential for racist abuse from spectators at the World Cup finals in Russia, Ashley Young has said.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Referees to get VAR help for red cards in Russia
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
Referees at the World Cup finals will be able to dish out red cards for off-the-ball incidents spotted by Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology.
FIFA World Cup 2018: Lionel Messi grabs hat-trick as Argentina canter to 4-0 win in warm-up game
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
Lionel Messi scored another international hat-trick as Argentina pick up 4-0 win over Haiti in World Cup warm-up game.
France emerge winners of World Cup 2018 in EA Sports simulation
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
EA Sports further predicted that Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal and Lionel Messi's Argentina would both be knocked out in the Round of 16 stage.
Iago Aspas spoke with Alvaro Morata after FIFA World Cup 2018 snub
June 6, 2018 20:22 IST
Iago Aspas says he spoke with Alvaro Morata after being picked by Spain coach Julen Lopetegui to go to the World Cup ahead of the Chelsea striker.
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