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ESP vs AUT FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Spain vs Austria Latest Match Updates, Score, Playing XIs, Highlights, Score | Football

Los Angeles: Spain and Austria meet in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood. It’s a knockout clash defined by contrast as Spain’s possession-heavy control plays against an Austrian side that prefers high-intensity pressing.  Notably, Spain arrive as unbeaten group leaders, having not conceded a single goal in the group stage of the competition. They dictated the play in all the matches through a midfield trio of Rodri, Pedri, and Fabian Ruiz. Their build-up remains patient and positional, with wide threats like Lamine Yamal stretching defences and Dani Olmo operating between the…

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Jul

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Why is Nico Williams not playing Spain vs Austria clash in FIFA World Cup 2026? | Football

Los Angeles: Spain are without winger Nico Williams for their FIFA World Cup 2026 group-stage clash against Austria after the 23-year-old sustained a right thigh injury during the closing stages of their previous match against Uruguay. The injury occurred late in Spain’s 1-0 victory in the final group game, when Williams was involved in a heavy challenge from Uruguay midfielder Nicolas de la Cruz in added time. The incident led to a brief on-field confrontation between players and de la Cruz was booked for the foul. Medical assessments following the match confirmed that Williams had suffered damage to his right…

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Jul

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Mitahli Raj explains reason behind turning down opportunity to play in inaugural WPL | Cricket

New Delhi: Former India captain Mithali Raj explained the reason behind turning down the opportunity to play in the Women’s Premier League. She cited that the off-field responsibilities in the sport attracted her more than lacing up the boots again. Mithali also reflected on her retirement, the arrival of the cash-rich league in women’s cricket and her continuing involvement in Indian cricket.  Notably, soon after retiring from international cricket in June 2022 after a 23-year career, she joined Gujarat Giants as a mentor. Later on, she became a consultant in Rajasthan, helping young women cricketers to find their feet in…

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Jul

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Spain look for maiden World Cup knockout win since 2010; Portugal to face litmus test in path to glory | Football

New Delhi: Luis De La Fuente's Spanish team is all set to battle it out for their first World Cup knockout win since 2010 as they gear up to face Austria in the round of 32 at the Los Angeles Stadium on Friday (as per IST). Spain have endured heartbreaks ever since lifting the title in 2010 when they beat the Netherlands 1-0 in Johannesburg. Meanwhile, Portugal will begin a challenging path in their hunt for the ultimate prize in the sport, starting with their round of 32 clash against 2018 finalists Croatia. Spain are unbeaten against Austria in their…

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India-born Jai Moondra, Player of the Series in Ireland’s historic 2-0 win, picked in ETPL draft | Cricket

New Delhi: Rajasthan-born Jai Moondra, who was recently named the Player of the Series in Ireland's historic 2-0 T20I series win over India, has been picked by Rotterdam Dockers for the European T20 Premier League (ETPL) in the inaugural player draft. The league's six franchises have picked 36 players in the draft for the first ETPL tournament, with 12 each from Cricket Ireland, Cricket Scotland and the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB). All 36 players have been distributed evenly among the six franchises, as the Amsterdam Flames and Rotterdam Dockers selected the majority of the Dutch players. Meanwhile, Edinburgh Castle…

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Ravichandran Ashwin reacts to his new mentor-cum captain role at Dublin Guardians in ETPL | Cricket

New Delhi: Ravichandran Ashwin gears up for his dual role as a captain and mentor for the Dublin Guardians in ETPL, calling it a “crossover into what he would like to do next”, and feels that the new role is an extension of what he's been doing.  "I think I'm at that stage of my career where I'd like to contribute more than just being a player," Ashwin said in a media interaction. "And for whatever it is worth, even if it's a state-run league, I've been a coach-cum-captain for the last couple of years that I've played my cricket…

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Jul

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Ravichandran Ashwin casts doubt on future of ODIs, predicts T20s are “here to stay” | Cricket

New Delhi: India legend and off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin cast doubts over the future of ODI cricket and predicted that T20Is are the format for cricket to become a global phenomenon. The statement came as the cricket legend responded to a question on whether emerging nations should focus solely on T20 cricket.  Ashwin emphasised the importance of adapting to different situations, irrespective of the format and then cited the example of how India failed to adapt to the conditions in Ireland during the recent 2-0 drubbing in the UK. "I think cricket as a whole needs to be learned in a…

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Ellyse Perry to play in Women’s T20 World Cup final despite injury? Coach drops major hint | Cricket

New Delhi: Australia star all-rounder Ellyse Perry is likely to play the Women's T20 World Cup final even if she is not fully fit, head coach Shelley Nitschke hinted at while speaking to reporters on Thursday. Perry was retired hurt midway through her innings in the semifinal against West Indies, citing a precautionary move due to "minor quad awareness."  Nitschke stated that there is no specific update on Perry as the team has not trained after their victory over the Windies at The Oval but remained optimistic of the veteran all-rounder making it to the final. On being asked whether…

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Jul

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Folarin Balogun enters rare list, becomes first USA player to unique feat after helping team win round of 32 | Football

New Delhi: USA ended Bosnia and Herzegovina's dream run in the FIFA World Cup 2026 after defeating them 2-0 in their round of 32 clash in Santa Clara on Thursday, July 2 (IST), in a roller-coaster night for Folarin Balogun. The Monaco striker scored the opener in the 45th minute but was later shown a red card early in the second half for his challenge on Tarik Muharemovic. Balogun's opener was disallowed in the 32nd minute for offside before he stepped up in the 45th minute to smash his left foot between the goalkeeper Nikola Vasilj and the far post…

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Jul

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Schedule for India’s Test tour of Sri Lanka announced, no mention of T20Is; check details | Cricket

New Delhi: Sri Lanka Cricket announced the schedule for India's Test tour of the island nation, as a two-match series beckons the two Asian sides in August. India will be travelling to Sri Lanka for two World Test Championship Tests as Galle and Colombo gear up to host the contests. As per the announcement, India and Sri Lanka will open the series with the first Test from August 15 to 19 at the Galle International Stadium, while the Sinhalese Sports Club will be hosting the second clash in Colombo from August 23 to 27. Media reports had earlier revealed the…

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