FIFA World Cup

FIFA World Cup 2018: Dzyuba says Spain favourites to win but Russians to leave everything on field

Russia striker Artem Dzyuba on Friday said that Spain is the favourite to win their upcoming clash in their round of 16 match at the 2018 FIFA World Cup, but insisted he and his teammates must give the match their all and play the game of their lives against the Spanish powerhouse.

Jun 30, 2018, 14:03 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico captain warns referees on Brazil’s Neymar’s tendency to ‘exaggerate fouls’

Mexico team captain Andres Guardado said in Moscow on Friday that FIFA and match referees should be aware of Brazilian star Neymar's tendency to "exaggerate fouls."

Jun 30, 2018, 13:37 PM IST

FIFA World cup 2018: Russia vs Spain preview: Hosts Russia bid to rediscover mojo for Spain showdown

Dismissed as no-hopers little over a fortnight ago, Russia will try to get back onboard a wave of national euphoria and pull off what striker Artem Dzyuba called a "minor miracle".

Jun 30, 2018, 10:59 AM IST

Despite fears, no racism recorded midway through Russia's World Cup

Referees at the World Cup have the power to stop, suspend or abandon a match in the event of discriminatory incidents. 

Jun 30, 2018, 10:21 AM IST

England are in wrong half of draw, says former coach Eriksson

Some believe losing to Belgium in their last Group G game could help England but Eriksson said Gareth Southgate`s side had more chance of beating Brazil on the other side of the draw than Sweden, whom they could face in the quarter-finals if they beat Colombia in the round of 16.

Jun 30, 2018, 10:10 AM IST

FIFA World cup 2018: France vs Argentina preview: France may opt for 'no Messi, no Argentina' strategy for Saturday's clash

Concentrating too much on Messi, however, could also prove stifling for France`s attack which has shown itself to be a collection of expensive moving parts yet to move in synch.

Jun 30, 2018, 10:04 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: England vs Belgium - See pics

In Group G match between England and Belgium at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Belgium beats England by 0-1 and marks the First position in the group with Nine points

Jun 29, 2018, 14:19 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Panama vs Tunisia - See Pics

In Group G match between Panama and Tunisia at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. Tunisia beats Panama by 2-1 and marks the Third position in the group by three points

Jun 29, 2018, 13:06 PM IST

FIFA World Cup's second tier can dream big for knockout stages

Following Wednesday's shock exit of four-times champions Germany, the knockout draw could now harbor more surprises than ever before.

Jun 29, 2018, 12:59 PM IST

FIFA World Cup win was for the people of Poland, says Coach Adam Nawalka

"This third match became very important to confirm that this Polish team fights until the very end and can offer a little bit of joy to the Polish people," Nawalka said.

Jun 29, 2018, 12:33 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Colombia's Davinson Sanchez says he touched the ball on controversial challenge

"I was always certain that I had touched the ball. But then it was something for the referee to decide," Sanchez said. 

Jun 29, 2018, 10:36 AM IST

Argentina's presence in FIFA World Cup knockout stage gives team confidence, says Argentina's Federico Fazio

"After achieving a victory, you want it to help increase confidence and (the) urge (to win). I think we have this chance to win and we have to seize it," Fazio said.

Jun 29, 2018, 09:56 AM IST

Spain's Dani Carvajal slams criticism of La Roja's FIFA World Cup campaign

"I think we were criticized too much. After all, we have not lost in two years, we won the group, something not many teams can say," Carvajal said.

Jun 29, 2018, 09:36 AM IST

Tunisia exit FIFA World Cup 2018 with 2-1 win over Panama

Panama were making their debut and will go home disappointed, having declared their dream of making history by taking at least a point. Tunisia exit the mega-tournament with a win.

Jun 29, 2018, 02:00 AM IST

Belgium beat England 1-0, face Japan in FIFA World Cup 2018 pre-quarters

Adnan Januzaj second-half strike consigns England to second place. England to face Colombia in last 16 after 1-0 loss to Belgium. 

Jun 29, 2018, 01:45 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Colombia vs Senegal - See pics

Colombia's Yerry Mina thumped home a second-half header to secure a dramatic 1-0 victory over Senegal on Thursday that catapulted the South Americans into the World Cup last 16 and dumped their African opponents out of the tournament.

Jun 29, 2018, 00:16 AM IST

Diego Maradona declares $10,000 reward on man who spread death rumour: Reports

Legendary footballer Diego Maradona has announced a reward of $10,000 on the man who spread rumours about his death after Argentina defeated Nigeria 2-1 in Group D clash in FIFA World Cup 2018.

Jun 29, 2018, 00:03 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan vs Poland - See pics

Japan slip through to FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16 despite losing 0-1 to Poland.

Jun 29, 2018, 00:01 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 match updates: Panama 1-2 Tunisia

Panama and Tunisia have both been at the wrong end of the biggest scoring games of Russia 2018, with Panama being thumped 6-1 by England and Tunisia going down 5-2 to Belgium.

Jun 28, 2018, 23:15 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Belgium beat England 1-0, top Group G

Belgium got the better of England after a goal from Adnan Januzaj. Belgium will face Japan and England will take on Colombia in the knockout stages. 

Jun 28, 2018, 23:08 PM IST