World Cup 2018

FIFA World Cup 2018: Spain's Marco Asensio defends goalkeeper David de Gea from growing criticism

Asensio downplayed the criticism against the goalkeeper as he has not impressed Spain's sporting media in the campaign in Russia so far, having failed to save five in six shots against him.

Jun 27, 2018, 10:21 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico capable of strong counterattacks, says Sweden captain Andreas Granqvist

"Mexico has a great team and they have shown it in their first two World Cup matches," Granqvist said in a press conference after training.

Jun 27, 2018, 09:47 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Nigeria vs Argentina - See Pics

Argentina secured a rather narrow 2-1 win to just about sneak into the next round of FIFA World Cup 2018.

Jun 27, 2018, 09:47 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Iceland vs Croatia - See Pics

Croatia defeated Iceland 2-1 in their final Group D match to maintain their unbeaten run in FIFA World Cup 2018.

Jun 27, 2018, 09:34 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Denmark vs France - See Pics

Denmark and France played out a goalless draw which ensured both sides qualified to the knockout stage of FIFA World Cup 2018.

Jun 27, 2018, 09:07 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Australia vs Peru - See Pics

Australia bowed out of FIFA World Cup 2018 after suffering a 0-2 loss against Peru in their Group C match.

Jun 27, 2018, 08:56 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Did Diego Maradona snort baby powder? Twitter questions 'white substance' on glass

Throughout the Argentina vs Nigeria match, Diego Maradona showcased a range of emotions. Moments after the match, he had to be escorted inside due to a medical emergency.

Jun 27, 2018, 08:06 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Diego Maradona shows fans the finger during Argentina vs Nigeria clash

Diego Maradona has been slammed for conduct unbecoming of an icon. He also received medical attention shortly after the match but didn't garner much sympathy for it.

Jun 27, 2018, 07:30 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 match updates: Croatia 2-1 Iceland - As it happened

Struggling to make their mark, Iceland had a good spell towards the end of the first half of the match.

Jun 26, 2018, 23:02 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina beat Nigeria 2-1, qualify for round of 16

Argentina looked composed and organised in the middle but things could change if Nigeria, who would be happy with a draw, equalise. Expect a cracker of a match in the second-half.

Jun 26, 2018, 22:55 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Peru vs Australia - As it happened

Australia need to defeat Peru if they want to qualify for the round of 16. The Aussies would also hope that France beats Denmark in the other Group C match.

Jun 26, 2018, 19:17 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Denmark vs France - As it happened

France will attempt to finish off their first-round assignments with a win over Denmark when they face off in their final group stage clash.

Jun 26, 2018, 18:46 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Iran's coach Carlos Queiroz says that VAR is not working

"It was a bit strange when he gave a penalty, as nobody knew what was happening. It took a while to stop play and then five or six people saw the incident on a slow-motion camera'', Queiroz said.

Jun 26, 2018, 16:21 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Argentina look to make new start in desperation match with Nigeria

"We have to make our goal five games to reach the final. Tomorrow will be the first final," Argentine coach Jorge Sampaoli said.

Jun 26, 2018, 15:40 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Denmark to play for the win against France, says Christian Eriksen

The Danes, who advance with a draw, must defeat Les Bleus to win the group, while France needs only to avoid losing to the Nordic side to claim first place.

Jun 26, 2018, 15:06 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: We have improved, Uruguay's Luis Suarez says

He said he was happy to become the first Uruguayan player to have scored in three different World Cups, after netting on Monday for the second time in the 2018 tournament.

Jun 26, 2018, 14:12 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Australia trains ahead of do-or-die clash with Peru

Australia coach Bert van Marwijk predicted that Tuesday's match would be a tough one, his squad showed no signs of tension during the training held in the Russian city of Sochi.

Jun 26, 2018, 12:47 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Egyptian football commentator dies of heart attack during team's loss vs Saudis

Abdel Rahim Mohamed was all set to do a post-match analysis for an Egyptian channel when he complained of chest pain.

Jun 26, 2018, 12:01 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov downplays loss to Uruguay, hopes to do better in knockout round

The coach said that he was satisfied with his players' performance, despite the fact that defender Igor Smolnikov was sent off after 36 minutes into the match.

Jun 26, 2018, 11:54 AM IST