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Cabo Verde head coach opens up on taking on champions Argentina in FIFA World Cup 2026 knockouts | Football

New Delhi: Cabo Verde has seemingly done the impossible, as the side has qualified for the knockout stages of the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. With three matches played, the side has managed to register three straight draws, scoring two goals, and with three points in three matches, the side has reached the knockouts of the competition.  Where many had counted the side out, the team showed the meaning of resilience and achieved a huge feat by reaching the knockout stages. However, a huge test awaits the side ahead, as they will be taking on defending champions Argentina in the…

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Former India cricketer questions team India over star all-rounder after first T20I defeat against Ireland | Cricket

New Delhi: The Indian team got off to a subpar start to the ongoing two-game series against Ireland. Taking on the side in Belfast on June 26, the Men in Blue failed to secure a win and lost the game by 34 runs as Ireland took the advantage in the series, winning the first T20I comfortably.  There were several players who were being questioned over their performance after the loss to Ireland. Speaking on the same, former India cricketer Aakash Chopra took centre stage and questioned the Indian team’s management over how star all-rounder Washington Sundar is being utilised in…

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Will Lionel Messi start for Argentina in upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026 clash against Jordan? Head coach reveals | Football

New Delhi: The stage is set for yet another exciting clash in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026. Defending champions Argentina will be taking on Jordan in their final group stage clash on June 28th. It is worth noting that Argentina has already qualified for the knockout stages of the tournament, and they will be hoping to put in a good showing in the upcoming game as well.  With the clash right around the corner, many would be wondering whether or not legendary forward Lionel Messi will feature for the side in the game. There is a possibility that Messi…

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Abhishek Sharma achieves massive feat with quickfire half-century against Ireland despite defeat in first T20IAbhishek S | Cricket

Belfast, Northern Ireland: The Indian team kicked off their two-game T20I series against Ireland by taking on the side in the first T20I in Belfast. The two sides met on June 26th, and it was Ireland who managed to register a victory and shock the Indian team. The hosts managed to register a 34-run win, taking the lead in the series.  Batting first, Ireland posted a total of 182 runs in the first innings and limited India to 148 in the second innings. The Indian team’s batting attack failed to adapt as the Men in Blue succumbed to defeat. However,…

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India decimate Pakistan in FIH Pro League clash, put 7 past arch-rivals in sensational performance | Hockey

New Delhi: The Indian men’s hockey team put forth another magnificent performance in the ongoing FIH Pro League. Taking on Pakistan in the reverse fixture of the FIH Pro League’s London leg at the Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre on June 26, India managed to register a thrilling 7-1 victory in the clash.  It is worth noting that India conceded early in the game, and with Pakistan holding the lead, the Indian team switched up and put forth a brilliant showing. Sukhjeet Singh scored the first goal for the side in the 20th minute. Harmanpreet Singh doubled the lead…

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Cabo Verde secure historic knockout qualification in FIFA World Cup 2026, Uruguay face elimination | Football

New Delhi: In a major moment in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, Cabo Verde has qualified for the knockout stages. Being one of the smallest teams in the tournament, many counted out Cabo Verde; however, against impossible odds, the side managed to put in exceptional showings.  Playing three games in the group stage, the side drew all three of their matches, managing to finish in second place in their group as they secured a spot in the round of 32 of the tournament. It is worth noting that Spain won the group with two wins and one draw in…

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Shreyas Iyer joins Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill in unwanted list after losing first T20I against Ireland | Cricket

Belfast, Northern Ireland: The Indian team kicked off their Ireland tour by taking on the side in the first of two T20Is. The two sides met at the Civil Service Cricket Club, Stormont, Belfast, on June 26th. The clash began with Ireland coming in to bat first, and thanks to a 50-run knock by Lorcan Tucker and Gareth Delany scoring 49, the hosts managed to post a total of 182 runs in the first innings.  While many expected team India to register a comfortable victory, Ireland stunned the Men in Blue and bundled them out for 148 and won the…

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When and where to watch India vs Pakistan Hockey clash in FIH Pro League on TV and live stream? | Hockey

London: India have another opportunity to finish their FIH Pro League campaign on a positive note when they take on Pakistan in London on Friday, June 26. With only two matches left in the competition, Craig Fulton's side will be looking for a stronger defensive display after narrowly missing out against England in their previous outing. The Indian team pushed England all the way before the contest was decided in a shootout. The match ended 2-2 after regulation time, thanks to Dilpreet Singh's brace in the 10th and 58th minutes. David Goodfield and Nicholas Bandurak scored England's goals. The hosts…

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Ireland create history, beat India in first T20I after embarrassing batting show from visitors | Cricket

Belfast: Ireland have registered their first-ever win against India in T20I cricket. Leading to the two-match series, the chatter was that it was the perfect opportunity for the Indian cricketers to get into the groove before the marquee series against England, but they were left stunned by Ireland, who registered a comfortable 34 runs at Civil Service Cricket Club in Belfast. Batting first, the hosts were put in a difficult spot as they were reduced to 51/4. Openers Tim Tector and Ross Adair made 17 and 12 runs, respectively, while star batter Harry Tector failed to open his tally. Keeper-batter Lorcan Tucker…

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France’s Ousmane Dembele sets new record with hat-trick, who will Norway face in round of 32? | Football

Massachusetts: France stormed to the top of Group I with a commanding 4-1 victory over Norway on the early hours of Friday, as Ousmane Dembele struck a sensational first-half hat-trick inside 32 minutes before Desire Doue added a late fourth to complete another emphatic World Cup statement. With Norway already through to the Round of 32, head coach Stale Solbakken rested several regular starters, including Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard, neither of whom came off the bench. France, by contrast, named nearly a full-strength side and quickly justified the decision of keeping the leading players on the pitch.  Dembele set…

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