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Real Madrid name Spain's Julen Lopetegui as coach

The 51-years old spain coach Julen Lopetegui will sign a three-year contract with Real Madrid as a manager after the Fifa World Cup 2018.

Jun 13, 2018, 10:47 AM IST

Portugal trains in rain in Russia, Cristiano Ronaldo participates

Portugal held its first training session in Russia on Sunday in preparation for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, with superstar Cristiano Ronaldo appearing out of sorts amid adverse weather conditions.

Jun 10, 2018, 19:10 PM IST

Spain back to training in Russia after narrow win in Tunisia friendly

The Spanish football team returned to some light training on Sunday at its 2018 FIFA World Cup base in this Russian city, after a narrow 1-0 victory over Tunisia in an international friendly.

Jun 10, 2018, 19:01 PM IST

Spain fail to impress in narrow Tunisia victory in Warm-up match

Spain labored to a narrow 1-0 victory over Tunisia in an underwhelming World Cup warm-up in Krasnodar on Saturday.

Jun 10, 2018, 10:28 AM IST

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal arrive in Russia for World Cup

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal arrived Saturday in Russia to begin final preparations for a World Cup campaign that pits them against arch-rivals Spain.

Jun 10, 2018, 08:48 AM IST

Spain tour a good platform for youngsters to make World Cup squad: Rani Rampal

Indian skipper Rani Rampal feels the Spain tour will provide a good platform for youngsters to make the cut for the Hockey Women's World Cup squad and give the team a last chance to implement new changes in its game.

Jun 09, 2018, 19:12 PM IST

Simona Halep defeats Garbine Muguruza, to play in third final

World No. 1 and Romanian tennis ace Simona Halep on Thursday eased past third seed Garbine Muguruza of Spain.

Jun 08, 2018, 11:50 AM IST

Portugal coach Fernando Santos undecided on line-up for FIFA World Cup opener

Lisbon: Portugal national football team coach Fernando Santos has said he is still uncertain about the line-up for his side`s FIFA World Cup opener against Spain.

Jun 07, 2018, 13:21 PM IST

Portugal coach Fernando Santos still has doubts over starting lineup

 Portugal coach Fernando Santos still has a lot of doubts about the team he will field in their opening World Cup match against neighbours Spain.

Jun 07, 2018, 09:22 AM IST

Spain not the only favourite to win FIFA World Cup, says ex-coach

Former Spain coach Vicente del Bosque on Wednesday said that the Spanish national team is not the only strong favourite to win the 2018 FIFA World Cup, set to kick off in Russia next week.

Jun 06, 2018, 20:33 PM IST

Andres Iniesta to decide his Spain future after World Cup in Russia

Barcelona midfielder Andres Iniesta has refused to rule out the chances of extending his international career with Spain beyond this month`s FIFA World Cup.

Jun 06, 2018, 13:30 PM IST

French Open: Garbine Muguruza through as Tsurenko retires hurt

 Spain`s Garbine Muguruza reached the quarter-finals of the French Open without raising a sweat when her Ukrainian opponent Lesia Tsurenko retired after just two games on Monday.

Jun 05, 2018, 09:34 AM IST

French Open: Garbine Muguruza through as Lesia Tsurenko retires hurt

Spain`s Garbine Muguruza reached the quarter-finals of the French Open without raising a sweat when her Ukrainian opponent Lesia Tsurenko retired after just two games on Monday.

Jun 05, 2018, 08:53 AM IST

Soccer: Tunisia include Wahbi Khazri in World Cup squad despite injury

 Tunisia have included Wahbi Khazri, who has battled to overcome a thigh injury over the last month, and fit-again midfielder Mohamed Amine Ben Amor in their final 23-man squad for the World Cup.

Jun 03, 2018, 16:07 PM IST

How Lopetegui turned Spain's sadness to excitement

Spain ruled global football for four years then fell from grace with inconsistent performances at the last two major tournaments, but coach Julen Lopetegui says his new-look side are ready to carve out their own place in history at the World Cup in Russia.

Jun 01, 2018, 18:17 PM IST

Rani to lead Indian hockey eves on Spain tour

 Rani will lead the 20-member Indian women's hockey team while goalkeeper Savita will serve as her deputy in their upcoming tour to Spain, beginning June 12.

Jun 01, 2018, 12:48 PM IST

Spain's Dani Carvajal still hoping to play at World Cup

Spain defender Dani Carvajal is still in contention to play at the World Cup, despite injuring his hamstring playing for Real Madrid against Liverpool on Saturday.

May 28, 2018, 22:59 PM IST

Andres Iniesta greets Japanese football fans, vows to conquer Asia

Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta made his first appearance at Vissel Kobe since signing for the Japanese side, greeting thousands of fans and vowing to make his new club the biggest in Asia.

May 26, 2018, 19:49 PM IST

Alvaro Morata and Marcos Alonso fail to make Spain's World Cup squad

Spain coach Julen Lopetegui named his 23-man World Cup squad on Monday with a rich blend of youth and experience, as well as some high-profile absentees.

May 21, 2018, 18:38 PM IST

Spanish great Xavi to play on until at least end of year

Legendary former Barcelona and Spain midfielder Xavi Hernandez has upset his own plans to retire and announced he will extend his career until at least the end of this year, he said on Sunday.

May 06, 2018, 21:20 PM IST