Mumbai: Powerlifter and entrepreneur Gaurii Manochaa, who has recently won four medals in a championship while representing India, shares her relationship with her father, Harish Manochaa. She says, “My relationship with my father is a mix of sweet and sour moments. Sometimes he loves us a lot, and sometimes he scolds us when we make mistakes. My father never sees a difference between a son and a daughter. If we are wrong, he scolds us directly, and he loves us just the same. I would also say that my father…
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Jonathan David Hat-Trick Inspires Canada to Dominant 6-0 World Cup Victory Over Qatar
Vancouver: A scintillating hat-trick from star striker Jonathan David powered co-hosts Canada to a resounding 6-0 victory over Qatar in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B match at BC Place in Vancouver. The emphatic win gave Canada their first victory of the tournament and lifted them to the top of Group B on goal difference with four points from two matches. Canada had opened their campaign with a draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina, matching Switzerland’s tally of four points but boasting a superior goal difference. David was the standout…
Read MoreMokoena’s Late Penalty Earns South Africa Valuable Draw Against Czech Republic
Photo – AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser Atlanta: A late penalty converted by Teboho Mokoena helped South Africa rescue a 1-1 draw against the Czech Republic in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group A encounter at Atlanta Stadium. The hard-fought result earned both teams a point, with South Africa showing resilience after conceding one of the fastest goals of the tournament. The Czech Republic made a dream start when Michal Sadílek found the net after just five minutes and eight seconds, setting a new record for the fastest goal of the…
Read MoreTeenage Sensation Manzambi Fires Switzerland to First World Cup Win
New Delhi: Twenty-year-old substitute striker Johan Manzambi produced a stunning late show, scoring twice to inspire Switzerland to a convincing 4-1 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group B clash at Los Angeles Stadium on Friday. In a match that appeared destined for a draw for long periods, all five goals arrived in the final 24 minutes, with Switzerland unleashing an explosive finish to secure their first win of the tournament. Substitute Ruben Vargas and captain Granit Xhaka also found the net, while Armin Mahmic…
Read MoreAyush Mittal Stamps Authority as CueX Snooker Championship Heats Up
Lucknow: The CueX Academy Snooker and Billiards Tournament is living up to its billing as one of the most competitive cue sports events in the city, with top players and emerging talents battling for honours in a championship that has attracted a record 86 entries in the snooker category. The spotlight on the latest day of competition belonged to Ayush Mittal, one of the country’s leading cueists and a National Top-16 player, who produced a commanding display to secure his place in the next round. Mittal outclassed Amir Khan with…
Read MoreJose Mourinho Returns to Real Madrid, Opening a New Chapter at the Bernabeu
Madrid: More than a decade after his first spell in charge, veteran Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho is set to return to Real Madrid, marking one of the most talked-about managerial appointments in European football. The Spanish club confirmed Mourinho’s return following a board meeting chaired by club president Florentino Perez. The experienced manager is expected to officially begin work when the team resumes preparations for the new season in July. Long-Term Commitment Mourinho has reportedly agreed to a three-year deal that will keep him at the Santiago Bernabeu until June…
Read MoreCape Verde Goalkeeper Vozinha Wins Global Admiration After Heroic Display Against Spain
Boston: Every FIFA World Cup produces an unexpected hero, and this time it is Cape Verde’s veteran goalkeeper Vozinha. The 40-year-old shot-stopper delivered a remarkable performance to help his nation secure a memorable 0-0 draw against Spain, one of world football’s most accomplished teams, instantly becoming one of the tournament’s breakout stars. For Cape Verde, making its first-ever World Cup appearance, the result was historic. For Vozinha, it was a career-defining night that earned admiration from football fans across the globe. Overnight Rise to Global Attention Shortly after the final…
Read MoreJude Bellingham Sets New European Record as England Open World Cup Campaign with Victory
London: England’s FIFA World Cup 2026 journey began on a positive note with a 4-2 win over Croatia, but the match also marked a landmark achievement for midfielder Jude Bellingham. The 22-year-old not only contributed a goal to England’s winning effort but also became the youngest European player to appear in four major international tournaments. The milestone adds another significant accomplishment to Bellingham’s rapidly growing career. By featuring in England’s opening Group L fixture, he surpassed the previous record held by Jamal Musiala, becoming the youngest male European footballer to…
Read MoreScotland Targets Historic World Cup Breakthrough Against Morocco
Boston: Scotland stands on the verge of making football history as it prepares to face Morocco in a crucial FIFA World Cup Group C encounter on Saturday. A victory would secure Scotland’s place in the knockout rounds for the first time ever, marking a significant milestone for a nation that has long sought success on football’s biggest stage. After opening its campaign with a narrow 1-0 win over Haiti, Scotland currently leads Group C and enters the match knowing that another three points would guarantee progression to the next phase…
Read MoreLate Yirenkyi Strike Hands Ghana Winning Start Against Panama
New Delhi: Ghana secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama in their opening Group L match of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Caleb Yirenkyi scoring a stoppage-time winner at Toronto Stadium on Wednesday. The tightly contested encounter appeared destined for a draw before Yirenkyi produced a moment of brilliance deep into injury time to earn Ghana all three points. Panama created several promising opportunities, particularly in the first half. Midfielder Amir Murillo delivered a low cross that found striker Cecilio Waterman near the edge of the box, but Ghana…
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