World Cup 2018

FIFA World Cup 2018: It's not just Cristiano Ronaldo playing Iran, Portuguese coach Fernando Santos says

Portugal has relied heavily on Cristiano Ronaldo so far in Russia. He has scored all of their four goals, including a hat-trick in the 3-3 draw against Spain.

Jun 25, 2018, 12:14 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Poland vs Colombia - See pics

Poland became the first team to be knocked out of FIFA World Cup 2018 after Colombia cruised to a 3-0 win in their Group H match. 

 

Jun 25, 2018, 10:59 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Diego Maradona calls for meeting with Argentina players

The two-time world champions must beat Nigeria in Saint Petersburg if they are to avoid a premature exit following a disastrous 0-3 defeat by Croatia.

Jun 25, 2018, 10:58 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: England vs Panama - See pics

Hapless Panama team was punished severely by England in their Group G match. 

 

Jun 25, 2018, 09:47 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Germany vs Sweden - See pics

Germany defeated Sweden 2-1 in the dying moments of their FIFA World Cup match to stay relevant in the tournament.

Jun 25, 2018, 09:23 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Colombia vs Poland - As it happened

Colombia were raging in the second-half to knock Poland out of the World Cup. 

Jun 24, 2018, 22:51 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Japan vs Senegal - As it happened

Mane and Moussa Wague scored for Senegal while Takashi Inui and Keisuke Honda equalised twice for Japan. Japan and Senegal lead the Group H points table with four points each.

Jun 24, 2018, 20:20 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: England vs Panama - As it happened

 England beat Panama 6-1 to secure their place in the round of 16. It was the first time that England scored 6 goals at a World Cup match. 

Jun 24, 2018, 17:07 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Julen Lopetegui shadow hangs over Spain ahead of Morocco game

"It was surprising and I think that even though there were motives and reasons behind the decision, the players had no say in it and it was not the right time," Saul Niguez said.

Jun 24, 2018, 15:53 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Peru's Jefferson Farfan sent to hospital with head trauma incurred during training

The player hit one of the Peruvian team's goalkeepers and was knocked unconscious during Saturday morning training at the Khimki Stadium in the Russian capital. 

Jun 24, 2018, 12:45 PM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Brazil forward Douglas Costa to miss match against Serbia due to right thigh injury

Team doctor Rodrigo Lasmar said at a press conference that Costa had complained of pain during the later stages of the second half but managed to play through it and finish the game.

Jun 24, 2018, 11:59 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Schedule of matches on June 24, Day 11

While England aim to bank Panama in their Group G clash, Japan and Poland eye to beat Senegal and Colombia respectively, reaching the top spot in Group H game.

Jun 24, 2018, 11:57 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 Poland vs Colombia preview: 'Angry' Poland seek win over Colombia

The eighth-ranked Poles are desperate for a result in the Group H clash in Kazan on Sunday, having given up two goals from terrible defensive errors to lose 2-1 to the African side.

Jun 24, 2018, 11:39 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 Japan vs Senegal preview: Japan brains vs Senegal brawn and much more

Japan defeated 10-man Colombia 2-1 in their opening game, a surprise win that has given Akira Nishino's side a good chance of progressing to the last-16 for only the third time.

Jun 24, 2018, 11:39 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: Uruguay forward Christian Stuani says team looking to do better in Russia clash

"We have a big opportunity to improve our image, to have more confidence and reach the next round and try to do things better. The outcome is important," Stuani said. 

Jun 24, 2018, 11:38 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018 England vs Panama preview: England brace for sizzling sun during Panama match

There was a similar temperature during the day at Volgograd, where England won their opening game against Tunisia 2-1, but that was a 11.30 p.m.(IST) kickoff whereas Sunday's match starts at afternoon.

Jun 24, 2018, 11:37 AM IST

Panama's Edgar Barcenas wants to move forward after their nervous start in FIFA World Cup 2018 run

Barcenas admitted his team had suffered from a bit of "stage fright" against Belgium, in what is Panama's first-ever trip to the World Cup. 

Jun 24, 2018, 11:00 AM IST

FIFA World Cup 2018: England's Dele Alli back on training ground for Panama match

Alli rejoined group training after having exercised separately since Monday's match against Tunisia and continued his solo workout after performing exercises with his teammates.

Jun 24, 2018, 10:29 AM IST

Peru eye FIFA World Cup 2018 exit with a win over Australia

Coach Ricardo Gareca's squad, which suffered two defeats, has maintained the same routine since their arrival in Russia with a morning session followed by a press conference in afternoon. 

Jun 24, 2018, 09:59 AM IST