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Spain knock Portugal out of FIFA World Cup 2026, Cristiano Ronaldo’s last dance ends tragically | Football

New Delhi: In one of the hardest-fought battles of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Spain has beaten Portugal 1-0 and has advanced to the quarter-finals of the tournament. Throughout the game, both sides were equally matched and were looking to breach each other’s defences.  Throughout the game, both Spain and Portugal were at each other’s throats but failed to find a way through. The game changed in the dying stages of the game. Both sides had made their changes, and it was the duo of Ferran Torres and Mikel Merino that changed the game for Spain.  Torres provided the…

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Mohammad Kaif weighs in on Sanju Samson after India’s second T20I loss to England | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team succumbed to a hefty loss against England in the second T20I of the ongoing five-game T20I series between the two sides. The teams met at Old Trafford in Manchester for the clash on July 4th. The Indian team batted first and posted a total of 190 runs in the first innings.  Chasing down the target, Jacob Bethell’s knock helped England win the game and take the lead in the series. One of the biggest talking points from the game was the absence of star batter Sanju Samson. On the back of subpar performances, Samson was…

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Former India cricketer comes to Ravi Bishnoi’s defence after horrid showing in second T20I against England | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team suffered a loss in the second T20I of the ongoing five-game series against England. The two sides met at Old Trafford in Manchester on July 4, and there were several players who stood out in the game after the loss. From Vaibhav Sooryavanshi making his international debut to Jacob Bethell propelling England to a win, there were several talking points from the game. However, one of the biggest talking points was the performance of Ravi Bishnoi in the game. Defending a target of 191 runs, Bishnoi’s spell was the changing point in the game. Bowling four…

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POR vs ESP FIFA World Cup round of 16 LIVE: Portugal vs Spain Latest Match Updates, Score, Team sheets | Football

Arlington (Texas): Portugal and Spain are facing off in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. The two sides are slated to meet at the Dallas Stadium in Arlington, and with the clash one of the most anticipated in the tournament, both sides will hope to put in their best performance and advance to the quarter-finals. Notably, Portugal will be coming into the game on the back of a close, thrilling win against Croatia.  Furthermore, Spain will be coming into the game on the back of a win against Austria in the round of 32 stage…

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Jordan Henderson set to undergo surgery after injuring his wrist amid celebrations after Mexico win | Football

New Delhi: England pulled off a stellar victory in the round of 16 of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026 against Mexico. Thanks to Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, England defeated Mexico 3-2 and breached their fortress, the Azteca. While the side was celebrating their win, veteran midfielder Jordan Henderson injured himself.  It is worth noting that Henderson landed awkwardly as he fell over the advertising hoardings at the stadium and left the pitch on a stretcher. He was immediately taken to the hospital in Mexico City and will not be featuring for England in the remaining matches of the…

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England name unchanged playing XI ahead of third T20I clash against India | Cricket

New Delhi: The stage is set for the third T20I of the ongoing series between India and England. The two sides will meet at Trent Bridge in Nottingham on July 7th. It is worth noting that both sides will hope to put in their best performance, and ahead of the game, the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) came forward and revealed England’s squad for the third T20I.  It is interesting to note that England revealed an unchanged XI from the second T20I, and England will be looking to put in a similar performance in the upcoming game. The hosts…

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UEFA slams FIFA over controversial red-card U-turn on USA star after Donald Trump’s intervention | Football

New Delhi: The FIFA World Cup 2026 is heating up, and with the round of 16 stage of the tournament approaching its end, the USA has been a major talking point in the tournament. The team has been under heavy scrutiny alongside FIFA after their star striker Folarin Balogun’s red card was reversed and he was made available to play for the USA’s upcoming round of 16 clash.  It is interesting to note that Balogun was handed a red card in the USA’s previous game against Bosnia and Herzegovina after his tackle on defender Tarik Muharemovic. It is worth noting…

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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi set to star as India name T20I squad for upcoming three-game series against Zimbabwe | Cricket

New Delhi: The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) came forward and announced the Indian team's squad for the upcoming three-game series against Zimbabwe. In one of the biggest developments, Sanju Samson has been dropped from the squad, with a 15-year-old taking his place in the team instead.  It is worth noting that after the conclusion of the series against England, India will be taking on Zimbabwe across three matches. The three T20I matches will be held in Harare on July 23, 25, and 26, and the Men in Blue will hope to put in their best performance. …

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FIFA reverses USA striker Folarin Balogun’s red card suspension after Donald Trump’s intervention | Football

New Delhi: FIFA has reversed the red card suspension of USA striker Folarin Balogun after US President Donald Trump's intervention, news agency AP reported. The move will allow Balogun to play in the USMNT's round of 16 clash against Belgium on Tuesday, July 7 (IST).  The global governing body confirmed on Sunday that the suspension had been lifted for the round of 16 match, a move that made Trump praise the global body and brought outrage from Belgium's team. "Thank you to FIFA for doing what was right, and reversing a great injustice!" Trump said in a statement on social…

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Jay Shah hails Australia’s seventh T20 World Cup win: ‘Women’s cricket is in golden era’ | Cricket

New Delhi: Australia re-established themselves as one of the best cricket teams to have played the sport ever in the world after bagging a record-extending seventh Women’s T20 World Cup title by defeating England on Sunday, July 5 at Lord’s. Highlighting the achievement, ICC Chairman Jay Shah congratulated Sophie Molineux’s side and hailed the tournament as a sign of the ‘golden era’ of women's cricket.   The Aussies chased down a middling total of 151 against the English side with relative ease as Beth Mooney led the charge yet again from the front. The wicketkeeper yet again proved that she is…

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