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Greatest of All Time! Messi breaks Klose's record with 17th World Cup goal

The Argentina captain became the outright highest scorer in FIFA World Cup history before adding another goal in a 2-0 win over Austria in Dallas

Greatest of All Time! Messi breaks Klose's record with 17th World Cup goal
Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 12:40 AM IST

Argentina vs Austria HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Messi scores brace as Argentina edge past Austria 2-0

Argentina vs Austria HIGHLIGHTS: Messi now has 18 World Cup goals to his name, making him the top goal scorer in the tournament's history

Argentina vs Austria HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Messi scores brace as Argentina edge past Austria 2-0
Updated On : 23 Jun 2026 | 12:35 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 23 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

France vs Iraq (2:30 AM), Norway vs Senegal (5:30 AM), Jordan vs Algeria (8:30 AM) and Portugal vs Uzbekistan (10:30 PM)

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 23 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 7:09 PM IST

More than just numbers: How lower-ranked teams are shining at FIFA WC 2026

From Cape Verde frustrating Spain and Uruguay to Egypt and Iran denying Belgium victory, the 2026 World Cup has shown that football's traditional hierarchy is becoming increasingly difficult to sustai

More than just numbers: How lower-ranked teams are shining at FIFA WC 2026
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 6:49 PM IST

World Cup 2026 Group G: Draws galore; Iran one win away from qualification

Belgium were forced to settle for a point despite entering the match as favourites, while Iran produced a disciplined display to remain firmly in contention for qualification.

World Cup 2026 Group G: Draws galore; Iran one win away from qualification
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 5:28 PM IST

Two stars, two trials: Hakimi and Partey's parallel journey in FIFA WC 2026

As Morocco and Ghana pursue success on football's biggest stage, Achraf Hakimi and Thomas Partey are navigating legal proceedings that have become part of the wider narrative of FIFA World Cup 2026

Two stars, two trials: Hakimi and Partey's parallel journey in FIFA WC 2026
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 12:10 PM IST

World Cup 2026 Group H: Spain take full control; Cape Verde eyeing history

With Uruguay playing out a draw vs Cape Verde later in the matchday, every point now carries huge significance in the race for the Round of 32.

World Cup 2026 Group H: Spain take full control; Cape Verde eyeing history
Updated On : 22 Jun 2026 | 7:00 AM IST

Spain vs Saudi Arabia HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Yamal, Oyarzabal shine as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia

Spain vs Saudi Arabia HIGHLIGHTS: After playing a 0-0 draw with Cape Verde, Spain has made a strong comeback with a 4-0 win over Saudi Arabia

Spain vs Saudi Arabia HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Yamal, Oyarzabal shine as Spain thrash Saudi Arabia
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 11:34 PM IST

World Cup 2026 Group F: Netherlands close in, Japan-Sweden battle looms

Check FIFA World Cup 2026 Group F qualification scenarios as Netherlands close in on the Round of 32 while Sweden, Japan and Tunisia fight to advance.

World Cup 2026 Group F: Netherlands close in, Japan-Sweden battle looms
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 10:52 PM IST

Messi spared, Almiron sanctioned: FIFA's mouth-covering rule sparks debate

Miguel Almiron became the first player sent off under FIFA's new mouth-covering rule during Paraguay vs Turkiye on Saturday

Messi spared, Almiron sanctioned: FIFA's mouth-covering rule sparks debate
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 7:21 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 22 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

Belgium vs Iran (12:30 AM), Uruguay vs Cape Verde (3:30 AM), and New Zealand vs Egypt (6:30 AM), Argentina vs Austria (10:30 PM),

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 22 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 7:08 PM IST

World Cup 2026 Group E scenarios: Germany through, race wide open for R32

Germany are through to the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but Group E remains open as Ivory Coast, Ecuador and Curacao battle to qualify.

World Cup 2026 Group E scenarios: Germany through, race wide open for R32
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 8:32 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 points table: Updated standings for all 12 groups

Here's a look at the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 points table after the completion of Round 1 of the group stage.

FIFA World Cup 2026 points table: Updated standings for all 12 groups
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 5:46 AM IST

Germany vs Ivory Coast HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: GER get 2 wins from 2; NED thump SWE 5-1

Gakpo and Brobbey scored a brace while Summerville came off the bench to score one and bag an assist for Netherlands.

Germany vs Ivory Coast HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: GER get 2 wins from 2; NED thump SWE 5-1
Updated On : 21 Jun 2026 | 3:58 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 21 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming

IFA World Cup 2026 June 21 fixtures (IST): Germany vs Ivory Coast (1:30 am), Ecuador vs Curaçao (5:30 am), Tunisia vs Japan (9:30 am), Spain vs Saudi Arabia (9:30 pm)

FIFA World Cup 2026 June 21 schedule, live match timings (IST), streaming
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 4:42 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 format explained: How will teams qualify for knockouts?

Unlike previous tournaments, where only 16 teams progressed from the group stage, the expanded format allows 32 nations to reach the knockout rounds.

FIFA World Cup 2026 format explained: How will teams qualify for knockouts?
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 4:05 PM IST

Brazil vs Haiti HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Brazil and Morocco register first wins of the tournament

While Morocco beat Scotland 1-0 earlier, Brazil stole the show with a 3-0 win against Haiti

Brazil vs Haiti HIGHLIGHTS FIFA WC 2026: Brazil and Morocco register first wins of the tournament
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why the Golden Boot race could be toughest this year?

Just one round of group-stage matches into the tournament, the race is already crowded with some of the biggest names in football.

FIFA World Cup 2026: Why the Golden Boot race could be toughest this year?
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 7:52 AM IST

Morocco to Cape Verde: Africa's strong start reshaping the WC narrative

Across the United States, Canada and Mexico, African nations have demonstrated that they are no longer content with simply participating.

Morocco to Cape Verde: Africa's strong start reshaping the WC narrative
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 7:30 AM IST

Lamine Yamal 'not fully fit', likely to sit out Spain's 2nd World Cup game

Lamine Yamal is not feeling 100% fit and is not likely to start for Spain in the match against Saudi Arabia on Sunday at the World Cup.

Lamine Yamal 'not fully fit', likely to sit out Spain's 2nd World Cup game
Updated On : 20 Jun 2026 | 1:14 AM IST