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FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16: England vs Colombia - See pics

England finally ended their penalties curse when they beat Colombia 4-3 in a shootout after drawing their World Cup last-16 clash 1-1 following extra time after the South Americans equalised in the 93rd minute.

Jul 06, 2018, 23:50 PM IST

Captain Diego Godin supports Uruguay after 0-2 loss to France

Uruguay suffered without striker Edinson Cavani, who was ruled out with a calf injury.

Jul 06, 2018, 22:57 PM IST

France defeat Uruguay 2-0 to enter semis of FIFA World Cup 2018

France will either face Belgium or Brazil in the semi-final match on July 10.

Jul 06, 2018, 21:40 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 Round of 16: Sweden vs Switzerland- See pics

A deflected shot from Emil Forsberg gave Sweden a 1-0 victory over Switzerland in a dull World Cup round of 16 match in St Petersburg on Tuesday, sending the Swedes through to a quarter-final against either Colombia or England.

Jul 06, 2018, 21:30 PM IST

Russia's central bank to issue half-rouble coin if team reaches World Cup semifinals

Russian supporters and state officials now have begun rallying around the team in light of their unexpected victories.

Jul 06, 2018, 21:08 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 round of 16: Belgium vs Japan - See pics

Belgium threw caution to the wind to reach the World Cup quarter-finals as substitute Nacer Chadli scored in the dying seconds against Japan to snatch a 3-2 comeback win on Monday and set up a clash with five-time champions Brazil.

Jul 06, 2018, 20:46 PM IST

President Vladimir Putin says World Cup has broken stereotypes about Russia

Putin has used the tournament to send a defiant message to his opponents that Russia is succeeding despite Western efforts to hold it back.

Jul 06, 2018, 20:09 PM IST

Russia coach Stanislav Cherchesov not getting carried away despite calls of support from President Vladimir Putin

Saturday’s match is a huge one for Russia, who have never reached the semi-finals of the World Cup, although the Soviet Union got there in 1966.

Jul 06, 2018, 19:53 PM IST

Sweden are easy to analyse, difficult to beat: Coach Janne Andersson

Andersson says he is unlikely to spring a surprise on England coach Gareth Southgate.

Jul 06, 2018, 19:40 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 quarterfinals: France vs Uruguay - As it happened

It is the end of the road for the South Americans. France, on the other hand, will face the winner of Brazil vs Belgium in the semi-finals.

Jul 06, 2018, 19:03 PM IST

Sweden can beat England in FIFA World Cup 2018: Zlatan Ibrahimovic

“Now it’s not just about how good you are. Now there are a lot of emotions in the picture because it’s about the quarter-finals. The team that can handle their feelings best will have an advantage,” he said.

Jul 06, 2018, 16:32 PM IST

Brazil vs Belgium FIFA World Cup 2018 quarterfinal preview

Inspired by Neymar brilliance and the wiles of Willian, Brazil sent a tough Mexico side packing with a 2-0 defeat that cemented Tite’s side as favorites to claim a record-extending sixth World Cup trophy.

Jul 06, 2018, 12:51 PM IST

FIFA chides Diego Maradona over 'robbery' comments

"Following comments made by Diego Armando Maradona, FIFA reprimand the criticism of the performance of the match officials which it considers to have been positive in a tough and highly emotional match," said the global soccer body in a statement.

Jul 05, 2018, 15:12 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil vs Belgium a clash between top strikers and exceptional defenders

On the flanks, Willian and Philippe Coutinho can stretch defences, and fire in shots and crosses, while Neymar and Gabriel Jesus can also pull defences apart from a more central position.

Jul 05, 2018, 13:27 PM IST

England beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties, enter FIFA World Cup 2018 quarterfinals

England beat Colombia 4-3 on penalties on Tuesday after Eric Dier scored the decisive spot kick to send them through to a World Cup quarter-final against Sweden.

Jul 04, 2018, 02:48 AM IST

England knock Colombia out of FIFA World Cup 2018 on penalties, enter quarterfinals

England defeats Colombia 4-3 on penalties after both the sides failed to create clear-cut chances in extra time.

Jul 03, 2018, 23:14 PM IST

Sweden beat Switzerland 1-0, enter FIFA World Cup 2018 quarterfinals

Sweden barged their way into the World Cup quarter-finals when Emil Forsberg’s heavily deflected shot gave them a 1-0 win over Switzerland in a scrappy last-16 contest on Tuesday.

Jul 03, 2018, 21:50 PM IST