2018 World Cup qualifiers

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Tim Cahill brace helps Australia beat 10-man Syria

Cahill, 37, cancelled out Omar al-Soma`s opener in the first half before he leapt to head Australia`s precious second goal in the 109th minute for a 2-1 win in the second leg.

Oct 10, 2017, 17:34 PM IST

Ciro Immobile's goal against Israel takes Italy closer to World Cup qualification

After losing 3-0 to Spain at the Santiago Bernabeu on Saturday, Italy needed a win to continue to aspire to first place in Group G, leading to automatic qualification.

Sep 06, 2017, 16:00 PM IST

War-torn Syria enter 2018 World Cup play-offs with stoppage-time equaliser

Syria's heroics also extinguished China's faint hopes of reaching only their second World Cup, despite snatching a 2-1 win over 2022 hosts Qatar thanks to Wu Lei's late winner.

Sep 06, 2017, 11:26 AM IST

2018 FIFA World Cup, Qualifiers: Uruguay vs Argentina — Preview, TV listing, date, time, venue

Argentina are currently placed fifth, behind Brazil, Colombia, Uruguay and Chile. Their performance at Montevideo's Estadio Centenario tommorow will have a huge bearing on their future prospects. Besides, the fixture has its own reputation, with lots of history attached to it.

Aug 30, 2017, 19:17 PM IST

Luis Suarez, Lioinel Messi likely to go head-to-head as Argentina face Uruguay in WC qualifiers

Manager Sampaoli served notice of his determination to invigorate Argentina's ranks by axing striker Gonzalo Higuain in favour of Inter Milan's Mauro Icardi.

Aug 30, 2017, 10:31 AM IST

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: David Silva, Diego Costa guide Spain to 2-1 victory over Macedonia

The two European giants remain locked on 16 points at the top of Group G of UEFA qualifying after Italy saw off Liechtenstein 5-0 in Udine.

Jun 12, 2017, 09:20 AM IST

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Germany hit 8 past San Marino as France, England secure victories

Debutant Serge Gnabry of Werder Bremen helping himself to a hat-trick.

Nov 12, 2016, 10:49 AM IST

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Brazil go top with victory over Venezuela, Lionel Messi-less Argentina stunned by Paraguay

It is the first time since qualifying began that Brazil have led the standings, and the team look firmly on course to maintain their record of never having failed to qualify for a World Cup.

Oct 12, 2016, 10:08 AM IST

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Neymar shines as five-star Brazil hammer Bolivia 5-0

Brazil face a trip to winless Venezuela in their qualifier on Tuesday.

Oct 07, 2016, 08:50 AM IST

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Late penalty spares Italy's blushes following Gigi Buffon howler gifted Spain opener

Spain forward Diego Costa was lucky not to be sent off after the break.

Oct 07, 2016, 08:34 AM IST

Wayne Rooney plays where he wants, says England manager Sam Allardyce

Rooney, 30, started the game in midfield alongside Jordan Henderson in a 4-1-4-1 system.

Sep 05, 2016, 10:30 AM IST

FIFA rankings: India drop two spots to 162

With 142 points, Stephen Constantine's men are placed 162nd in the global ranking.

Apr 07, 2016, 18:07 PM IST

2018 World Cup Qualifiers: Argentina fight back for 2-1 win against Chile on Lionel Messi return

Argentina moved up to fourth in the 10-team group on eight points from five games.

Mar 25, 2016, 15:46 PM IST

India gains six places, ends year at 166th in FIFA rankings

Overall, Belgium occupied the top spot in a year-ending rankings chart for the first time in its history.

Dec 03, 2015, 20:32 PM IST

2018 World Cup qualifiers: Argentina, Brazil back on track, Chile crash

Brazil's victory over Peru left them in third place with seven points, ahead of Paraguay and Chile on goal difference.

Nov 18, 2015, 12:00 PM IST

Time for Brazil to enjoy their football, says Dunga

Brazil coach Dunga has called on his team to rediscover their enjoyment for football as they seek their first victory of South America's 2018 World Cup qualifiers.

Oct 13, 2015, 08:39 AM IST

Brazil coach Dunga wants team to have boxer's mentality

Brazil coach Dunga has called on his players to take on a boxer's mentality as they prepare to begin their 2018 World Cup qualifying campaign.

Oct 08, 2015, 12:48 PM IST

2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: War-torn Syria eye glory against Japan

The Syrian football team could give their fans plenty to cheer about as they take on Japan in in Group E of their Asia World Cup Qualifying campaign.

Oct 08, 2015, 12:03 PM IST

Wanted more time for preparations for Turkmenistan clash: Sunil Chhetri

Following three consecutive defeats in the 2018 World Cup Qualifiers, Indian football captain Sunil Chhetri believes the team should have got much more time for preparations for their match against Turkmenistan which is scheduled on October 8.

Oct 01, 2015, 23:34 PM IST

Argentina call up Erik Lamela after Lionel Messi, Ever​ Banega withdraw

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Erik Lamela has been called up by Argentina for their opening 2018 World Cup qualifiers after captain Lionel Messi and Ever Banega withdrew with injuries, the Argentine

Sep 30, 2015, 00:03 AM IST