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Why Indian broadcasters hesitant to buy FIFA WC 2026, 2030 media rights?

JioStar, the current rights holder, is understood to value the rights at roughly $25 million for both editions.

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid UCL QF preview, live match time and streaming

Although Atletico have had an inconsistent Champions League campaign, progressing despite multiple defeats, their past success against Barcelona in Europe could give them confidence.

Kane guides Bayern to 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in UCL Q/F first leg

The result left Bayern with an edge ahead of the second leg in Germany next week as it tries to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 2023-24

Arsenal beat Sporting as Havertz nets late winner in UCL quarterfinal

Kai Havertz scored in stoppage time on Tuesday to seal a 1-0 win over Sporting Lisbon at Estadio Jose Alvalade

Liverpool boosted by Isak return before UCL quarterfinal match against PSG

The Sweden striker traveled with the team to Paris after taking part in training on Tuesday

UCL quarterfinals: PSG-Liverpool, Real Madrid-Bayern take spotlight

With the Reds having long given up hope of retaining their league title, the Champions League is their only remaining chance of a trophy

Vinicius lauds Yamal for condemning anti-Muslim chants in Spain friendly

Vinicius, a Brazil international, has been often subjected to racist taunts while playing in Europe and is vocal about the fight against racism

Lautaro Martinez shines with brace as Inter Milan rout Roma 5-2 in Serie A

Lautaro scored twice in his first action since February and Inter routed visiting Roma 5-2 on Sunday to end a four-match winless streak across all competitions

Leeds beat West Ham on penalties to reach first FA Cup semis since 1987

Mateus Fernandes and Axel Disasi struck in the 93rd and 96th minutes as West Ham levelled the score at 2-2 at London Stadium and forced extra time

Top ticket for FIFA WC final raised to USD 10,990 after sales reopen

FIFA raised its top ticket price for the World Cup final to USD 10,990 during the glitch-hampered reopening of sales after the 48-team field for this year's tournament was finalised.

Argentina football team deceived Kerala by not coming to play: Abdurahiman

Kerala Sports Minister V Abdurahiman on Thursday said that the Argentina football team allegedly deceived the state by not coming to play a match even after receiving money for it.

Salah begins farewell tour with Liverpool at Man City in FA Cup clash

Mohamed Salah's long goodbye to Liverpool begins on Saturday in the quarterfinals of the FA Cup, the competition which represents his best chance of a trophy in his final year at Anfield.

Here's why Italy failed to qualify despite a 48-team FIFA World Cup

Even the largest-ever World Cup, expanded to 48 teams, could not accommodate the storied Azzurri. A nation that once defined footballing excellence now finds itself absent from the global event.

Gattuso avoids future talk after Italy miss out FIFA World Cup again

Even if Gattuso hasn't made up his mind whether to stay or not, the Italian soccer federation gave a clear sign it would like him to remain

Italy to miss third straight FIFA World Cup after shootout loss vs Bosnia

Bosnia won the shootout 4-1 and qualified for the first time since 2014 - its only previous appearance

Graham Potter to 'dust off cowboy hat' after Sweden seal World Cup spot

The English coach was hired by Sweden in October after the national team's abject qualifying campaign that contained two draws and four defeats from its six group games

Portugal beat USA 2-0as Americans lose 8th straight game vs European teams

Preparing to co-host the World Cup, the U.S. has been outscored 22-6 during its losing streak against Europe and is winless against the continent in 10 matches since 2021

England loss to Japan won't impact World Cup hopes, says Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel insisted England's dispiriting 1-0 loss to Japan in a friendly will have no bearing on the team's chances at the upcoming World Cup.

Congo overcome Jamaica 1-0 in extra time to book FIFA World Cup 2026 berth

Congo has never played in a World Cup under that name, although it participated in the 1974 edition in Germany as Zaire

Lionel Messi stars as Argentina beat Zambia 5-0 in possible home farewell

The 38-year-old Messi set up Julian Alvarez in the fourth minute and then scored in the 43rd at La Bombonera stadium in Buenos Aires