'India changed me': Why Slovenian footballer Luka Majcen got Lord Shiva & Mahamrityunjaya mantra tattooed on his back; It all started with a Google searchSlovenian footballer Luka Majcen's striking tattoo of Lord Shiva on his back reflects a deeply personal spiritual journey. His interest in ...
27 Jun, 2026, 11.51 AM IST
Enhance experience with ads, not ruin itThe integrity of football is at risk with FIFA's introduction of hydration breaks, which double as advertising opportunities. Players and c...
26 Jun, 2026, 10.57 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Zico warns Brazil that Japan are ready for "whatever comes their way"This will be only the second time that Brazil is facing Japan in a FIFA WC, with the first meeting coming in the 2006 edition of the tourna...
26 Jun, 2026, 05.42 PM IST
‘Football shows a changing America, its tastes shaped by migration’Football's surge in the US is fueled by immigration, Premier League's TV appeal, and women's success. The FIFA World Cup 2026 blends nation...
25 Jun, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
History in unique ways: South Africa, Switzerland, Canada make it to round of 32 in FIFA WC 2026South Africa, also known as Bafana Bafana in the football world, created history by advancing to the FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout stage for...
25 Jun, 2026, 07.30 PM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: From Ghana to Cape Verde, how minnows are frustrating football’s attacking powersWhere Ghana’s phalanx wouldn’t admit England’s hyped attackers the pleasure of even a single breach. Where Cape Verde’s unyielding wall wit...
25 Jun, 2026, 12.44 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026: Lionel Messi plays down 2030 World Cup talkLionel Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, has indicated he'll continue playing as long as he's physically capable and contributing to hi...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.57 PM IST
Lionel Messi turns 39: A look at age-wise distribution of goals scored by Argentina iconLionel Messi, celebrating his 39th birthday, continues to shine in FIFA World Cup 2026 and for Inter Miami. He's now the FIFA World Cup's a...
24 Jun, 2026, 05.24 PM IST
Who was Eusébio? Portugal's first global football superstar, aka The Black Panther, whose 60-year-old FIFA World Cup record was just broken by Cristiano RonaldoCristiano Ronaldo has rewritten football history, becoming Portugal's all-time leading World Cup goalscorer with a brace against Uzbekistan...
24 Jun, 2026, 09.05 AM IST
Who is Messi's wife? A family photo sparks fan frenzy before crucial Argentina World Cup match- Here's how Lionel Messi respondedFootball legend Lionel Messi's personal life is as inspiring as his on-field achievements. His wife, Antonela Roccuzzo, recently shared a h...
23 Jun, 2026, 10.43 PM IST
Finders Keepers: This World Cup has a new set of heroes who usually remain footnotes unless there are penalty kicksThe article celebrates the often-overlooked role of goalkeepers at the World Cup, drawing parallels with Mal Peet’s novel Keeper, where a y...
22 Jun, 2026, 11.34 PM IST
Age against the machine: Messi & Vozinha, unlike Ronaldo so far, have shown that they can make a mountain out of ‘over-the-hill’Age is just a number for football legends as Lionel Messi, at 38, delivered a stunning World Cup hat-trick, proving his enduring magic. Mea...
20 Jun, 2026, 11.36 PM IST
New Zealand defender Tim Payne signs for Paraguay's OlimpiaTim Payne, a New Zealand defender, will play for Club Olimpia in Paraguay. Payne gained viral fame after a soccer influencer highlighted hi...
19 Jun, 2026, 10.06 AM IST
Zee Entertainment earmarks 15% of football subscription revenues for talent developmentZEE Entertainment Enterprises will invest 15% of Zee5's football subscription revenue into developing football talent across India. This in...
18 Jun, 2026, 11.48 PM IST
Lionel Messi Net Worth: How the Argentina legend amassed his fortune as he reaches 200 international appearancesLionel Messi achieved his 200th international appearance for Argentina, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Bader Al-Mutawa as one of football's ...
17 Jun, 2026, 09.35 AM IST
Japan's anime spirit: The playbook behind a World Cup masterclassAs Japan takes the stage in the World Cup, their journey reflects a deep-rooted passion for football that captivates fans worldwide. Their ...
16 Jun, 2026, 12.46 AM IST
Aldon Smith dies at 36: How 10 arrests in 9 years derailed NFL star's careerFormer NFL linebacker Aldon Smith, a standout with the San Francisco 49ers, has died at 36. His career, marked by exceptional talent, was r...
14 Jun, 2026, 07.30 AM IST