2026 FIFA WC: World-class Bellingham reminds John Terry of French legend Zinedine Zidane
Miami, July 13 (IANS) Three Lions legend John Terry has hailed Jude Bellingham’s brilliant performance in England’s run to the semifinals of the FIFA World Cup 2026, claiming that the young star has been so influential that he is beginning to resemble the great Zinedine Zidane. Terry made his comments in the latest episode of […]
FIFA WC: Boos greet England as Three Lions arrive in Mexico for round of 16 clash
Mexico City, July 4 (IANS) England received a hostile welcome on their arrival in Mexico City ahead of Monday’s FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash, with the Three Lions being greeted by loud boos from home supporters as they reached their team hotel. The hostile reception underlined the challenge awaiting Thomas Tuchel’s side, […]
‘If Portugal doesn’t improve, we could see Ronaldo’s last WC match against Spain’: Bhutia
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia believes Portugal will have to significantly raise their level if they are to overcome neighbours Spain in a blockbuster Round of 16 clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday, warning that another disjointed display could bring an end to Cristiano Ronaldo’s illustrious World […]
FIFA WC: ‘Netherlands have lost their identity,’ says Zlatan after Morocco defeat
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) Former Swedish star Zlatan Ibrahimovic has criticised Netherlands coach Ronald Koeman and said that the Dutch team lost their identity in their penalty shootout defeat against Morocco in the FIFA World Cup 2026 clash at the Monterrey Stadium on Tuesday. After 120 minutes of intense tactical battle ended 1-1, the […]
FIFA WC 2026: Tuchel mulls changes as England face DR Congo in Round of 32
New York, June 30 (IANS) England head coach Thomas Tuchel is expected to make a few changes to his starting XI as the Group L winners prepare to face DR Congo in the Round of 32 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. England sealed top spot in the group with a 2-0 win over Panama […]
FIFA World Cup 2026: Spain boss De la Fuente confident injured trio will be fit for debut
Madrid, June 8 (IANS) Spain coach Luis de la Fuente remains confident that the injured trio of Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams, and Victor Munoz will be fit in time to start his side’s FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign. De la Fuente was speaking to the press ahead of his side’s friendly against Peru in the […]
Zee bags FIFA World Cup rights for India; announces launch of 4 new sports channels
New Delhi, June 1 (IANS) FIFA World Cup 2026 action, starting from June 11, will be available across Unite8 Sports channels and Zee5 as Zee Entertainment Enterprises Limited secured the Indian media rights for the marquee event, along with FIFA World Cup 2030 editions, the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2027 and other key FIFA […]
FIFA World Cup 2026: Iraq confirms Mexico travel by private plane for play-off
Baghdad, March 15 (IANS) Iraq Football Association chief Adnan Dirjal has confirmed on Sunday that the team will take part in the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 intercontinental play-off, which will be held in Monterrey, Mexico, on March 31. The Middle East airspace has been closed since February 28 after US-Israeli strikes began, and Iran […]
