President Donald J. Trump shakes hands with Spain’s Lamine Yamal at the end of the World Cup final soccer match between Spain and Argentina in East Rutherford, N.J., near New York, Sunday, July 19, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) United States President Donald Trump reportedly delivered the same congratulatory message to every Spain and Argentina player…
Spain return to Madrid (Image: @SEFutbol/X) Fresh off their FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph, Spain’s national football team has returned home to a hero’s welcome, with celebrations set to take over the streets of Madrid. The Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) confirmed on Monday that the World Cup-winning squad had landed in the Spanish capital,…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (AP Photo) Lionel Messi endured a rare off day in Argentina’s FIFA World Cup 2026 final defeat to Spain, with the legendary forward failing to create a single chance for a teammate for the first time in his World Cup career. The statistic underlined Spain’s disciplined defensive display as Luis de la…
Mumbai: In line with the rule changes recommended by the Lord’s-based Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) recently, the BCCI has made changes to its playing conditions for the 2026-27 domestic season, as per which the final over of the day will have to be completed even if a wicket falls during the over.According to a note…
Argentina’s Lionel Messi (10), center, and teammates (AP/PTI) Argentina’s Ambassador to India, Mariano Caucino, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to Indian football fans for their unwavering support during the FIFA World Cup 2026, following Argentina’s defeat to Spain in the final. Taking to X after the tournament, Caucino acknowledged the immense backing the Albiceleste received from…
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli (Image: AP) Former India off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin believes dropping senior stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli is virtually impossible as long as they want to continue playing, citing their extraordinary achievements and immense fan following.Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have been the pillars of Indian cricket for over 15 years,…
Spain’s Rodri celebrates with the tournament’s best player award after (AP/PTI) Spain midfielder Rodri has etched his name alongside some of football’s greatest legends after completing one of the sport’s rarest collections of honours following La Roja’s FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph. With Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final, Rodri became…
Rohit Sharma (BCCI Photo) Former India cricketer and commentator Mohammad Kaif has thrown his weight behind Rohit Sharma amid growing speculation over the international future, insisting that retirement is a personal decision and should not be dictated by public opinion.Rohit recently silenced critics in emphatic fashion by smashing a historic century at Lord’s during the…
Spain’s Cucurella and Rodri (Image: X) Spain defender Marc Cucurella lavished praise on captain Rodri after the midfielder was awarded the Golden Ball for his outstanding performances during Spain’s triumphant FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign.Rodri played a pivotal role in Spain’s march to their second World Cup title, dictating the tempo from midfield and serving…
Kanika Siwach (left) and Udita Kolkata: Even as the Indian men’s and women’s hockey teams prepare for the upcoming World Cup and the Asian Games, a group of players outside the current national set-up has signed up to play in Australia’s Hockey One league, scheduled to be held in Oct and Nov.So far, four Indian…