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How fans are becoming biggest casualties of FIFA's expensive 2026 World Cup

Rising ticket prices, dynamic pricing models, and the logistical complexity of a three-country hosting format are creating a situation where the very fans might be priced out of the experience.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 5:35 PM IST

India ready for must-win match vs Chinese Taipei in AFC Women's Asian Cup

India women's football team face a must-win clash as they take on Chinese Taipei in their last Group C match of the AFC Women's Asian Cup here on Tuesday.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 5:10 PM IST

Iran women's football team faces threats after anthem protest in Australia

The situation escalated after members of the Iranian squad refused to sing the national anthem before their opening match against South Korea women's national football team.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 2:01 PM IST

FIFA chief Infantino congratulates Jay Shah after T20 WC 2026 success

The global football chief praised the tournament's management and also extended his greetings to the India national cricket team after their historic triumph in the final.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 1:09 PM IST

Iran football team out of Women's Asian Cup, face uncertain return home

Iran's soccer team lost its last group match at the Women's Asian Cup and had to contemplate returning home to a country embroiled in war.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 10:18 AM IST

AC Milan beat rivals Inter 1-0 to cut their lead in Serie A to 7 points

AC Milan isn't ready to yield to city rival Inter Milan in the Serie A title race.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 10:09 AM IST

Ligue 1 title race: Lens just 1 point behind PSG with 3-0 win vs Metz

Lens capped a fine week by beating Metz 3-0 to move one point behind Ligue 1 leader Paris Saint-Germain in a tense title race.

Updated On: 09 Mar 2026 | 10:05 AM IST

Is Arne Slot's time at Liverpool all but over this Premier League season?

The critical question is whether Slot can reverse this slump. Evidence so far suggests it may be unlikely.

Updated On: 06 Mar 2026 | 2:20 PM IST

Morocco coach Regragui steps down, Ouahbi appointed as replacement

Morocco coach Walid Regragui has quit the team just months before it competes at the World Cup, he confirmed at a late-night press conference.

Updated On: 06 Mar 2026 | 1:06 PM IST

Donald Trump hosts Messi and Inter Miami after MLS Cup title triumph

Lionel Messi bestowed President Donald Trump with a bejeweled pink soccer ball during a White House ceremony honouring Inter Miami for winning last year's MLS Cup.

Updated On: 06 Mar 2026 | 12:59 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets oversubscribed 30 times amid West Asia unrest

With 100 days to go before kick-off, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is already rewriting records - not on the pitch, but at the ticket counter.

Updated On: 04 Mar 2026 | 12:15 AM IST

Most forgettable title? Why Arsenal's potential triumph may go unremembered

This season, Arsenal have scored 16 goals from corners, matching records set by Oldham Athletic (1992-93), West Brom (2016-17), and themselves in 2023-24.

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 2:36 PM IST

FIFA eyes Iraq as replacement if Iran opts to withdraw from World Cup

Iran's place at the men's World Cup in three months' time was put in doubt Monday amid an escalating Middle East conflict sparked by the soccer tournament's co-host the United States.

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 11:40 AM IST

Real Madrid slip up, fail to close gap on La Liga leaders Barcelona

Real Madrid lost a second straight La Liga match when a stunning volley from Martin Satriano gave Getafe a shock 1-0 win at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Monday.

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 11:26 AM IST

Serie A relegation race tightens after Fiorentina, Pisa drop points

Fiorentina went down to Udinese 3-0 and Pisa lost to Bologna 1-0 on an unhappy night for the relegation-threatened sides in Serie A.

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 11:20 AM IST

US midfielder Weston McKennie extends Juventus contract till 2030

United States midfielder Weston McKennie had his contract at Juventus extended on Monday so that he can spend a decade with the Turin club.

Updated On: 03 Mar 2026 | 11:12 AM IST

Messi, Telasco Segovia guide Inter Miami to 4-2 victory over Orlando

Messi took a pass from Segovia and scored in the 57th minute to pull Inter Miami (1-1-0) even at 2-2 and Segovia scored unassisted in the 85th for the lead

Updated On: 02 Mar 2026 | 2:55 PM IST

Will Iran boycott 2026 FIFA World Cup in US? Here's what IFF president says

Iran's potential absence from the tournament comes amid rising military tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel

Updated On: 02 Mar 2026 | 1:26 PM IST

Arsenal vs Chelsea: Title-chasing Gunners face crucial Premier League test

With a 22-year wait for a league title still ongoing, every point is crucial as Mikel Arteta's side chases glory in the Premier League.

Updated On: 01 Mar 2026 | 4:46 PM IST

How the Premier League could see 7 clubs play UCL football next season

England is strongly positioned to earn an additional berth through UEFA's coefficient ranking system.

Updated On: 01 Mar 2026 | 3:55 PM IST