Category: Sports

Lucknow: Cricket fans in Kanpur have received disappointing news as all matches of the fourth season of the Uttar Pradesh T20 League will now be played at the iconic Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekana Cricket Stadium instead of the historic Green Park Stadium. The decision was finalized during a high-level meeting in New Delhi, marking a significant setback for one of Uttar Pradesh’s most celebrated cricket venues. According to sources, the venue change stems from a combination of administrative disputes and infrastructure concerns. One of the major issues…

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Mexico City: Co-hosts Mexico continued their impressive FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a commanding 2-0 victory over Ecuador, securing a place in the Round of 16 thanks to first-half goals from Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez. The match at Mexico City Stadium began nearly an hour late due to adverse weather conditions, but the delay did little to disrupt the hosts’ rhythm as they dominated proceedings from the outset. The game also witnessed a historic milestone as 17-year-old Gilberto Mora became the second-youngest player to appear in a FIFA…

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Texas: Star striker Erling Haaland scored a late winner as Norway edged Ivory Coast 2-1 in a thrilling FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout-stage encounter on Wednesday, securing the Scandinavian nation’s place in the Round of 16 for the first time since 1998. Norway survived intense early pressure from Ivory Coast, who created several promising chances in the opening half. Left-back Ghislain Konan came close with a powerful effort, while winger Yan Diomande set up Nicolas Pépé with a dangerous cross that forced a crucial save from Norwegian goalkeeper Kristoffer Ajer.…

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Los Angeles: Co-hosts Canada booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 with a dramatic 1-0 victory over South Africa, thanks to a stoppage-time winner from midfielder Stephen Eustáquio in a tense Round of 32 clash on Monday. The hard-fought victory at Los Angeles Stadium ensured Canada became one of the first teams to secure a spot in the knockout stage, keeping alive the dreams of a memorable World Cup campaign on home soil. Canada will now face the winner of the Round of 32 encounter…

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Monterrey: Morocco produced another memorable FIFA World Cup performance, defeating the Netherlands 3-2 in a tense penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw following extra time to secure a place in the Round of 16. The dramatic knockout encounter saw Morocco battle back from a goal down before holding their nerve in the shootout, where goalkeeper Yassine Bounou delivered a decisive save to help his side complete a major upset against the Dutch. Netherlands Take the Lead The Netherlands started brightly and applied sustained pressure on the Moroccan defence during the…

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Houston: Five-time world champions Brazil booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Japan, with Gabriel Martinelli scoring a decisive injury-time goal in a thrilling knockout encounter at Houston Stadium. Brazil had to come from behind after Japan stunned the South American giants with a first-half opener. However, resilience, patience, and late attacking pressure helped the Seleção secure a hard-fought victory and keep their World Cup campaign alive. With the win, Brazil advance to the Round of 16, where they…

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Asunción: Paraguay produced one of the biggest upsets of the FIFA World Cup 2026, eliminating four-time champions Germany National Football Team in a dramatic penalty shootout to secure a place in the Round of 16 and send shockwaves through the football world. The South American side defeated Germany 4-3 on penalties after an intense contest ended 1-1 following extra time. The victory not only secured Paraguay’s progression in the tournament but also delivered one of the most memorable moments in the nation’s football history. A Night of National Pride The…

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New Delhi: In football, the difference between victory and defeat can be as small as a single goal, yet its impact on players, teams and millions of passionate supporters can be immeasurable. As the FIFA World Cup 2026 unfolds across North America, the emotions of triumph, heartbreak and hope continue to define the sport’s grandest stage. For Indian football fans, the tournament has once again arrived without their national team. India failed to qualify from the Asian qualifiers, leaving supporters wondering what might have been. Memories of controversial moments from…

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Vancouver: Belgium secured top spot in Group G of the FIFA World Cup 2026 with a commanding 5-1 victory over New Zealand, while Egypt advanced to the Round of 32 for the first time in the nation’s history following a draw against Iran. Belgium produced a clinical display in their final group-stage match, with Leandro Trossard scoring twice and Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers also finding the net. The defeat ended New Zealand’s hopes of reaching the knockout stage. Trossard opened the scoring in the 28th minute…

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New York: Second-half goals from midfielder Jude Bellingham and captain Harry Kane guided England to a hard-earned 2-0 victory over Panama, securing top spot in Group L of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Playing in wet and challenging conditions at New Jersey Stadium, England finished the group stage with seven points from two wins and a draw. While the scoreline suggested a comfortable victory, Panama made the Three Lions work hard for all three points. England manager Thomas Tuchel made five changes to the side that drew with Ghana, introducing…

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