'Don't know why we are being sent back': Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei upset after team asked to leave US immediately after FIFA World Cup 2026 openerIran's FIFA World Cup 2026 journey started with a 2-2 draw against New Zealand. However, the team faced immediate travel disruptions. Coach...
16 Jun, 2026, 01.13 PM IST
Kids' nonprofit in Seattle returns 20 free FIFA World Cup tickets over barring of Somali refereeA Seattle youth soccer group returned World Cup tickets after a Somali referee was denied entry to the U.S. Ali Abdulla, leader of the Afri...
14 Jun, 2026, 12.01 AM IST
IPL: Foreign players auctioned, paid, then unavailable? BCCI has a message for teamsThe BCCI will not mediate player availability for the IPL, leaving it to franchises and players. Concerns over overseas stars pulling out d...
13 Jun, 2026, 04.03 PM IST
Why the 2026 World Cup could be football's biggest climate polluter yet, according to new researchThe upcoming FIFA Men's World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico faces criticism for its environmental impact. Researchers warn it could be ...
11 Jun, 2026, 05.21 PM IST
View: For 39 days, 104 matches, there will be joy on EarthThe FIFA World Cup is a global spectacle that transcends borders and even current global challenges. Despite predicted issues and high cost...
11 Jun, 2026, 01.06 AM IST
- FIFA World Cup 2026: Weather forecasters warn fans watching matches at open-air venues in U.S, Canada, Mexico. What to know
FIFA has noted that misting stations, fans, hydration stations and cooling tents would be available in "the stadium footprint".
06 Jun, 2026, 06.48 AM IST
Bay Area soccer clubs hope World Cup spotlight sparks local growthThe World Cup is coming to the U.S. and fans in the San Francisco Bay Area anticipate increased interest in local soccer. Oakland Roots and...
05 Jun, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
FIFA unveils Netflix World Cup game timed for 2026 tournament kickoffFootball fever hits Netflix! FIFA is thrilled to announce the release of FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition, set to drop in tandem with the 202...
04 Jun, 2026, 10.50 PM IST
Iran players balancing football and war ahead of FIFA World CupIran's national football team is preparing for the World Cup. The players are training in Turkey while facing unique challenges due to the ...
04 Jun, 2026, 03.21 PM IST
'Biggest reason I left cricket', Lalit Modi claims Dawood Ibrahim's $4-billion 'Satta Bazaar' targeted him over IPL controlLalit Modi reveals Dawood Ibrahim's syndicate threatened him. He refused to cooperate with their betting empire. This led to threats and at...
04 Jun, 2026, 08.30 AM IST
Indian chess stars R Praggnanandhaa, D Gukesh and Divya Deshmukh keep India's title hopes alive with winsIndia's young chess stars D Gukesh and R Praggnanandhaa delivered strong performances in Round 7 of Norway Chess. Gukesh won his Armageddon...
02 Jun, 2026, 11.17 AM IST
'Mentally stressed' Hardik Pandya is 'done with Mumbai Indians'Under-fire Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya is reportedly set to quit the franchise after a disastrous IPL season, having conveyed his ...
29 May, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
No broadcaster for World Cup? What FIFA’s India standoff could really costAs FIFA gears up for the 2026 World Cup, it encounters a broadcasting conundrum in India. Following a surge in online viewership during the...
18 May, 2026, 10.39 AM IST
ED freezes Rs 526 crore bank deposits in PMLA case against GameskraftIn a major crackdown, the Enforcement Directorate has immobilised assets worth over Rs 526 crore from the online gaming platform Gameskraft...
14 May, 2026, 09.47 PM IST
Online gaming companies seek a clear regulatory playfieldIndia's online gaming sector is approaching the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology for guidance on new gaming rules. Compan...
12 May, 2026, 08.37 PM IST
BCCI asks IPL teams to prohibit unauthorized entry into hotel rooms over 'honey trap' risksThe BCCI has issued a stern eight-page directive to all 10 IPL franchises. This follows serious protocol breaches observed during the ongoi...
08 May, 2026, 12.39 PM IST
FIFA may have to bend its expectations for media deals in IndiaFIFA faces challenges selling 2026 World Cup media rights in India, with expected valuations significantly lower than initial projections. ...
08 May, 2026, 06.57 AM IST