Kylian Mbappe's penalty sends France to the World Cup quarter-finals with a gritty 1-0 win over Paraguay, but controversy erupts post-match. The goalkeeper throws the ball at Mbappe after a snubbed handshake, adding drama to an already intense clash.
Kylian Mbappé's 70th-minute penalty secured France a gritty 1-0 win over Paraguay, advancing them to the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals. The Real Madrid star's 19th World Cup goal ties Lionel Messi in the Golden Boot race, setting up a showdown with Morocco.
Morocco stunned Canada 3-0 in Houston, ending the co-hosts' historic World Cup run. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice, with Soufiane Rahimi adding a late goal. The Atlas Lions advanced to the quarter-finals despite Canada's early pressure and 11 corner kicks.
India captain Shreyas Iyer defends Ravi Bishnoi after the spinner's costly 29-run 17th over helped England clinch a four-wicket T20I win at Old Trafford, with Jacob Bethell's unbeaten 76 sealing the chase. The series now moves to Trent Bridge.
Canada and Morocco clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 at Houston's NRG Stadium. Canada seeks its first quarterfinal, while Morocco relies on tournament pedigree and a staunch defense. Kickoff Saturday offers high drama and historic stakes.
Argentina survives Cape Verde scare 3-2 in extra time as Romero's deflected header secures round of 16 spot. Messi praises underdogs after extending his World Cup record with 20th goal.
Recalling a defining career move, Sanju Samson shared how his father’s bold decision to relocate from Delhi to Kerala unlocked his cricketing path. Now, the India wicketkeeper aims to break a recent lean patch in the second T20I against England on Saturday.
Calls for 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi to debut for India grow after an IPL record, but former selector Saba Karim urges patience. Karim defends Sanju Samson's spot, citing his match-winning form, and says the teen must earn his chance in a settled lineup.
Vidit Gujrathi faces Benjamin Bok in the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess finals for a spot at Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris. Gujrathi, a top Indian Grandmaster, highlights chess-esports convergence and India's growing dominance, with the LAN final set in Mumbai.
Lionel Messi made World Cup history by scoring in an eighth consecutive match during Argentina’s dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde. The 39-year-old captain’s 20th career World Cup goal propelled the defending champions into the Round of 16, where they will face Egypt.