FIFA World Cup 2018: Belgium's golden generation rely on baser metal to see them through
While there was never any doubt about the quality of a squad overflowing with individual talent, questions centred on whether there was a steely mettle to match.''
Jul 03, 2018, 15:37 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Japan loses match, Japanese fans win hearts
Japanese team may have snatched defeat from the jaws of victory against Belgium but that did not halt crestfallen fans in the stadium to once again fulfill their civic responsibilities.
Jul 03, 2018, 07:39 AM ISTBelgium beat Japan 3-2 in FIFA World Cup 2018 pre-quarters, face Brazil next
Belgium become the first team to come back from two goals down to win a match in the knockout stages since 1970 (West Germany 3-2 England quarterfinals).
Jul 02, 2018, 23:03 PM ISTBrazil enter FIFA World Cup 2018 quarterfinals with 2-0 win over Mexico
Neymar netted a goal off a cross from Willian and Firmino scored off a brilliant pass from Neymar to seal Brazil's spot in the next stage.
Jul 02, 2018, 18:41 PM ISTSamba vs Salsa: How Brazil and Mexico fans are gearing up for FIFA World Cup 2018 clash
A clash of epic proportions between the two teams awaits as both Brazil and Mexico - and their respective fans - would be eying a spot in the quarterfinals of FIFA World Cup 2018.
Jul 02, 2018, 12:50 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Cristiano Ronaldo's partner trolled for 'bringing bad luck'
While many Portugal fans blamed Georgina Rodríguez for Portugal's exit from FIFA World Cup 2018, there were supporters of Uruguay as well who pasted the colours of their national flag on her social media posts.
Jul 02, 2018, 07:18 AM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia vs Denmark - As it happened
Croatia will meet hosts Russia in the quarterfinals at the Fisht Stadium in Sochi, on July 7.
Jul 01, 2018, 23:08 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Russia vs Spain - As it happened
Goalkeeper Akinfeev brilliantly saved Koke and Apsas’ penalties in the shootout, guiding Russia (70 in the FIFA rankings) to a historic win over Spain ( Ranked 10).
Jul 01, 2018, 18:42 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018 preview: Spain face stern test against Russia in pre-quarters
Spain played remarkably well in a 3-3 draw with European champions Portugal - just two days after Lopetegui's dismissal - and scraped to a 1-0 victory over Iran before a shaky 2-2 draw with Morocco.
Jul 01, 2018, 13:14 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018 preview: Croatia hot favourites against lacklustre Denmark
Croatia will once again depend on Modric, who has been in outstanding form, and fellow midfielder Ivan Rakitic to deliver the goods.
Jul 01, 2018, 13:10 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018 schedule of matches on July 1, Day 18
While the first match scheduled for the day is between Group B winner Spain and Group A runner-up Russia, the second match will see an encounter between Group D winner Croatia and Group C runner-up Denmark.
Jul 01, 2018, 13:02 PM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Our playing style is untouchable, says Spain midfielder Silva
Silva added that his team was trying their best to improve, but said sometimes criticism can become excessive.
Jul 01, 2018, 10:59 AM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Croatia's Modric says dislikes comparisons with next rival Denmark's Eriksen
The Real Madrid midfielder said Croatia's team members are in tune with each other, play as one and are determined to achieve something great in the World Cup.
Jul 01, 2018, 10:55 AM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: We were able to neutralize Messi, says France coach
The French coach said his team's system worked better after Argentina went ahead 2-1, although he admitted that the Albiceleste had the clear edge in ball possession.
Jul 01, 2018, 10:52 AM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Cavani scores brace to lift Uruguay to 2-1 win over Portugal
On offense, the Portuguese knew going in that they needed to transition more effectively from midfield to attack to set up scoring chances for superstar striker Cristiano Ronaldo.
Jul 01, 2018, 10:38 AM ISTCristiano Ronaldo tight-lipped on future after World Cup exit
Ronaldo finished his World Cup campaign with four goals, one adrift of England's Harry Kane who leads the standings with five.
Jul 01, 2018, 07:18 AM IST'Not only a man's game': Russian women play soccer wearing bridal dresses, running shoes - In pics
The winning team was awarded a replica of the World Cup trophy, made out of flowers.
Jul 01, 2018, 06:49 AM ISTLionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo? No debate as Argentina, Portugal crash out of FIFA World Cup 2018
While Lionel Messi had a look of absolute dejection on his face after Argentina lost, Cristiano Ronaldo was fuming at a stoppage-time incident.
Jul 01, 2018, 06:15 AM ISTFIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay vs Portugal - As it happened
Diego Godin defended brilliantly as he kept Ronaldo and company at bay throughout the match. Uruguay will take on France in the quarterfinals next Friday.
Jun 30, 2018, 23:22 PM ISTEmotional Lionel Messi stares into abyss as Argentina bow out of FIFA World Cup 2018
Lionel Messi tried to maintain a straight face after Argentina lost 3-4 to France. He struggled.
Jun 30, 2018, 21:53 PM IST