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Ibrahimovic, Beckham make bizarre bet ahead of Sweden-England quarterfinal

Zlatan Ibrahimovic and David Beckham have agreed on the terms of a friendly wager ahead of the England v Sweden World Cup quarter-final today. Ibrahimovic, Sweden's all-time top scorer with 62 goals, has been vocal in support of his homeland from his vantage point with his Major League Soccer club Los Angeles Galaxy -- former England captain Beckham's onetime MLS club. Ibrahim took to Twitter to challenge Beckham on the eve of the showdown in Samara, Russia. "Yo @davidbeckham if @england wins I buy you dinner where ever you want in the world, but if @swemnt wins you buy me what ever I want from @ikeasverige ok?" Ibrahimovic wrote. Beckham responded via Instagram: "@iamzlatanibrahimovic if @swemnt win I will personally take you to @ikeasverige and buy you what ever you need for the new mansion in LA @lagalaxy, but when @england win I want you to come watch an @england game at Wembley wearing an England shirt and enjoy fish & chips at half time ...

Ibrahimovic, Beckham make bizarre bet ahead of Sweden-England quarterfinal
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 6:54 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: What English are doing right & will that be enough?

England have lost just one match on course to their place in the quarter-finals and have displayed both free-flowing and resilient football, as per the need. But will that be enough?

Fifa World Cup 2018: What English are doing right & will that be enough?
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 6:33 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Infantino tells Putin world is 'in love' with Russia

"We all fell in love with Russia," Infantino told a beaming Putin at the televised meeting in the Kremlin

FIFA World Cup 2018: Infantino tells Putin world is 'in love' with Russia
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 6:04 PM IST

FIFA Wold Cup 2018: All you need to know about quarterfinals in Russia

The first match of the quarterfinals will be played on June 6 between Uruguay and France while the last match of Quarterfinals will be played between Russia and Croatia

FIFA Wold Cup 2018: All you need to know about quarterfinals in Russia
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 5:49 PM IST

Brazil fall completes South American rout at World Cup. But why this trend?

Argentina and Mexico had relatively old squads in the tournament with the average age being 29.3 and 29.4, respectively

Brazil fall completes South American rout at World Cup. But why this trend?
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 10:11 AM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: Today's match result details for Friday

Neymar and Luis Saurez will brace the pitch in Fifa World Cup 2018 round of 16 (knockout) matches on Friday in Russia

Fifa World Cup 2018: Today's match result details for Friday
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 2:44 AM IST

De Bruyne stars as Belgium dump Brazil out of World Cup with 2-1 win. FT

Kevin De Bruyne's stunner and Fernandinho's own goal help Belgium shrug off Brazil to reach the semi-finals while the five-time champions return home with a sense of under-achievement.

De Bruyne stars as Belgium dump Brazil out of World Cup with 2-1 win. FT
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 2:23 AM IST

Brazil suffer yet another heartbreak as Belgium enter semis with 2-1 win

The absence of Casemiro in the midfield saw Hazard and De Bruyne take Belgium into the semifinals as Brazil suffer yet another heart-break

Brazil suffer yet another heartbreak as Belgium enter semis with 2-1 win
Updated On : 07 Jul 2018 | 2:22 AM IST

Uruguay vs France highlights: Greizmann, Varane take Les Blues to the semis

France became the first team to reach the World Cup semi-finals as goals from Raphael Varane and Antoine Griezmann gave them a deserved 2-0 victory over Uruguay on Friday.

Uruguay vs France highlights: Greizmann, Varane take Les Blues to the semis
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 11:24 PM IST

World Cup 2018: Muslera howler cost Uruguay match, France advance to semis

France will take on Suarez and Cavani led Uruguay in the first quarterfinal of Fifa World Cup 2018

World Cup 2018: Muslera howler cost Uruguay match, France advance to semis
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 11:21 PM IST

Brazil fans in India gear up to support Neymar and co in Fifa World Cup

Brazil and Mexico knockout match will be played in Samara Arena

Brazil fans in India gear up to support Neymar and co in Fifa World Cup
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 10:44 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar and the art of the dive

According to one statistic, Neymar has spent 14 minutes on the ground during the World Cup

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar and the art of the dive
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 9:23 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar spent 14 minutes on the ground, report says

Neymar Jr. has been accused of 'play-acting' and ridiculed for what many see as exaggerating reaction to the fouls he is subjected to, but the Brazilian insists he isn't guilty of the charge.

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar spent 14 minutes on the ground, report says
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 8:38 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar's Brazil is samba with a bit of Italian defence

This Brazil team is not just about Neymar, it is the rock-solid defence of the Selecaos that has kept the team going.

Fifa World Cup 2018: Neymar's Brazil is samba with a bit of Italian defence
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 8:38 PM IST

Fifa invites 12 Thai school boys, coach trapped in cave to World Cup final

Fifa noted that it has been following news about the rescue operation since June 23

Fifa invites 12 Thai school boys, coach trapped in cave to World Cup final
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 7:02 PM IST

Here's why Uruguay striker Cavani will not play quarterfinals vs France

The Paris Saint-Germain striker Cavani suffered a left-calf injury in the 73rd minute of pre-quarterfinal match against Portugal in Russia 2018

Here's why Uruguay striker Cavani will not play quarterfinals vs France
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 6:56 PM IST

France coach Deschamps puts winning before all else in Fifa World Cup

The French Football Federation set a semi-final place as their target coming to Russia

France coach Deschamps puts winning before all else in Fifa World Cup
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 6:15 PM IST

Fifa World Cup 2018 Uruguay vs France: Marvel vs DC of attacking talents

Both Uruguay and France boast star forwards in their attacking ranks and the match's result will very much depend on the frontline that can outscore the other

Fifa World Cup 2018 Uruguay vs France: Marvel vs DC of attacking talents
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 5:49 PM IST

Google dedicates doodle to signify emotions for Fifa World Cup quarters

The doodles are part of its series that celebrates the rich cultures and talent of all 32 participating countries

Google dedicates doodle to signify emotions for Fifa World Cup quarters
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 5:15 PM IST

How betting is a winner irrespective of whoever lifts the 2018 World Cup

The UK's online gambling market is the biggest in Europe, with gross revenues of $5.7 billion, according to consultancy GBGC

How betting is a winner irrespective of whoever lifts the 2018 World Cup
Updated On : 06 Jul 2018 | 4:14 PM IST