Category: Sports

Vancouver: Switzerland secured a comfortable 2-0 victory over Algeria in Vancouver to book their place in the Round of 16 of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye, coupled with a disciplined defensive display, ensured a straightforward win for the Swiss side. The victory marked a historic achievement for Switzerland, who recorded three consecutive World Cup wins for the first time in their history. The Swiss had already defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina and co-host Canada during the group stage and continued their impressive form in…

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Miami: Defending champions Argentina were pushed to their limits by a spirited Cape Verde side before securing a dramatic 3-2 victory after extra time in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 clash in Miami. Despite a trademark goal from captain Lionel Messi, Argentina needed an own goal in extra time to overcome the determined African underdogs and book a place in the Round of 16 against Egypt. While Argentina ultimately progressed, it was Cape Verde’s resilience and refusal to surrender that won widespread admiration. The tournament debutants twice…

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New Delhi: Egypt created a historic milestone by defeating Australia 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regulation and extra time, securing a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. The dramatic victory in Dallas marked one of the most significant achievements in Egyptian football history as the Pharaohs advanced beyond their previous World Cup accomplishments. Egypt took the lead in the 13th minute through Emam Ashour, who headed home from close range after a well-delivered cross by Mostafa Hafez. The early goal gave…

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New Delhi: An early goal from Jhon Arias guided Colombia to a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City on Saturday, securing the South American side a place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. Colombia, who remained unbeaten during the group stage, continued their impressive run with another disciplined performance. The victory sets up a knockout-stage clash against Switzerland as the Colombians look to advance deeper into the tournament. Ghana started brightly and nearly stunned Colombia within the opening minutes. Midfielder Thomas Partey unleashed a powerful…

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Philadelphia: Two-time world champions France booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-finals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium on Sunday. A second-half penalty converted by star striker Kylian Mbappé proved decisive as France overcame a spirited Paraguayan side and secured a quarter-final clash against Morocco on July 9 in Boston. The match-winning strike was Mbappé’s seventh goal of the tournament, drawing him level with Argentina captain Lionel Messi in the race for the Golden Boot. The goal also marked a significant milestone, becoming…

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New Delhi: Morocco secured a place in the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals with a commanding 3-0 victory over co-host Canada in Houston on Sunday. Midfielder Azzedine Ounahi starred with two second-half goals, while Soufiane Rahimi added a late strike in injury time to seal the win and book a quarter-final showdown against France on July 9 in Boston. The upcoming encounter carries added significance for Morocco, which was eliminated by France 2-0 in the semi-finals of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. Despite the defeat, Canada’s run to the…

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New Delhi: Powerlifter and businesswoman Gaurii Manochaa believes that strength isn’t just about lifting heavy weights—it’s about mastering the mind. Having proudly represented India on international platforms, Gaurii says every competition has taught her resilience, discipline, and the importance of believing in herself, even under immense pressure. Speaking about how she prepares mentally before competitions, Gaurii shared that experience has transformed her mindset over the years. “I used to be nervous during competitions in the beginning. But as I kept competing and started winning, it became a matter of great…

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Mumbai (Anil Bedag): The extraordinary journey of independent India’s first individual Olympic medalist, Khashaba Dadasaheb Jadhav, is all set to come alive on the big screen. The much-awaited Marathi sports biopic ‘Khashaba’, produced by Jio Studios and Aatpat Productions, has unveiled its powerful teaser, significantly raising excitement among audiences. Directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Nagraj Manjule, the film chronicles the inspiring life of a sporting legend who overcame limited resources and immense hardships to win a historic bronze medal at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, etching his name in Indian sporting…

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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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