From Trump to Messi, Iran to ICE, politics and sport collide at the biggest World Cup in historyThe biggest World Cup ever, begins with 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament faces soarin...
09 Jun, 2026, 03.04 PM IST
Messi set for World Cup tune-up against Iceland warm-up fixture, Scaloni confirms Argentina captain will featureLionel Messi will feature in Argentina's final World Cup warm-up match against Iceland. Coach Lionel Scaloni confirmed Messi will play, man...
09 Jun, 2026, 01.45 PM IST
FIFA World Cup GROUP J: Messi, Argentina seek rare world cup repeatArgentina, led by Lionel Messi, aims to defend their World Cup title. Algeria makes a return after a decade. Austria seeks to advance past ...
08 Jun, 2026, 11.56 PM IST
Calcutta HC refuses urgent hearing to ex-minister Aroop Biswas seeking protection from coercive actionThe Calcutta High Court has declined an urgent hearing for former minister Aroop Biswas. He sought protection from police action regarding ...
08 Jun, 2026, 01.15 PM IST
World Cup by the numbers: 104 matches, 48 teams and 3 countries make this the largest everThe 2026 World Cup is set to be the largest tournament yet. It will feature 48 teams across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. A record...
08 Jun, 2026, 09.58 AM IST
From luring stars to hosting the World Cup, Saudi Arabia has spent billions to disrupt soccerSaudi Arabia is making waves in global football. Following a stunning World Cup upset, the nation attracted top stars like Cristiano Ronald...
07 Jun, 2026, 02.45 PM IST
FIFA 2026: From Maradona to Messi, every World Cup finds a hero. Who’s next?The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts to emerging ta...
07 Jun, 2026, 01.39 PM IST
Former West Bengal Minister Aroop Biswas's brother Swarup arrestedKolkata Police arrested Swarup Biswas, brother of former minister Aroop Biswas. The arrest follows an FIR alleging extortion and illegal ti...
05 Jun, 2026, 07.29 AM IST
Argentina seeks a glorious end to the Messi era with another World Cup titleArgentina, seeking back-to-back World Cup titles, faces fitness concerns for key players, including Lionel Messi, ahead of the 2026 tournam...
05 Jun, 2026, 12.42 AM IST
West Bengal ex-sports minister Aroop Biswas skips police summons in Messi event chaos caseFormer West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas has requested a two-week delay to appear before police. He faces accusations of black-marke...
04 Jun, 2026, 01.38 PM IST
70-foot 'unstable' Messi statue removed from Kolkata Lake Town over safety concernsA massive 70-foot statue of football star Lionel Messi in Kolkata has been taken down. The towering monument became unstable after recent s...
01 Jun, 2026, 03.11 PM IST
The champions have arrived: Messi’s Argentina begin FIFA World Cup defence in AmericaWorld Cup champions Argentina have landed in Kansas City for their title defense preparations. The team arrived Sunday for their opening ma...
31 May, 2026, 10.56 PM IST
Messi India Tour organiser Satadru Dutta files FIR against Aroop Biswas over alleged ticket diversion, intimidationIn his complaint, Dutta alleged that Biswas, who was the Sports Minister at the time of the event, repeatedly demanded a large number of co...
31 May, 2026, 10.18 AM IST
Messi set for sixth FIFA appearance as Argentina names World Cup squadArgentina's coach Lionel Scaloni has revealed the 26-player squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Captain Lionel Messi will lead the team in h...
29 May, 2026, 09.04 AM IST
Can Messi deliver again for Argentina at his final World Cup?Lionel Messi, at 39, is set to play in his sixth World Cup as he leads Argentina, the reigning champions, in North America. Messi continues...
29 May, 2026, 07.39 AM IST
Lionel Messi diagnosed with left hamstring fatigue, return plan uncertainFootball icon Lionel Messi faces a hamstring injury scare. Medical tests reveal muscle fatigue in his left leg. This comes just weeks befor...
27 May, 2026, 12.55 AM IST
Lionel Messi exits MLS game in injury scare ahead of World CupLionel Messi left Inter Miami's match early, sparking worries about his fitness for the World Cup. He reached for his hamstring before exit...
25 May, 2026, 07.27 AM IST