Foxborough, July 9 (IANS) Morocco playmaker Brahim Diaz believes the Atlas Lions have every reason to be confident ahead of their FIFA World Cup 2026 quarter-final against France, insisting they have earned the right to challenge one of the tournament favourites.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has directed all recognised National Sports Federations (NSFs) governing Olympic disciplines to publish their qualification and athlete selection pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games by July 15, in a move aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability in the selection process.
Miami, July 9 (IANS) England defender John Stones has revealed the story behind the dressing-room prank that left head coach Thomas Tuchel briefly fearing he had suffered a shoulder injury after England's 3-2 victory over Mexico at the FIFA World Cup.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) FIFA chief refereeing officer Pierluigi Collina has strongly defended the integrity and independence of match officials at the 2026 FIFA World Cup following criticism that emerged after Argentina's 3-2 victory over Egypt in the Round of 16 stage.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Mother’s International School, Delhi, Mount Carmel School, Dwarka, G.D. Goenka School, Dwarka, Bharti Public School and Vinay Nagar Bangali Senior Secondary School progressed in the Boys’ category, while Mother’s International School and Bharti Public School advanced in the Girls’ section of the Oriental Cup 2026 in challenging conditions at the Dr. Ambedkar Stadium in New Delhi on Thursday.
Massachusetts, July 9 (IANS) France's pursuit of a third successive FIFA World Cup semifinal faces a stern challenge when they meet Morocco in the quarterfinals at Gillette Stadium on Thursday, with both sides eyeing a place among the tournament's final four.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) India all-rounder Axar Patel is set to reach a major international milestone and play his 100th T20I when he takes the field in the fourth T20I against England, describing the occasion as one that fulfils every cricketer's dream.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) India legend Sunil Chhetri has tipped France to win the FIFA World Cup 2026, saying Didier Deschamps' side possesses unmatched quality and depth ahead of their blockbuster quarter-final against Morocco.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Former India captain Sourav Ganguly's induction into the ICC Hall of Fame drew warm tributes from some of Indian cricket's biggest names, with former teammates Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh joining the celebrations after the landmark recognition.
New Delhi, July 9 (IANS) Former India wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel believes young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will continue to face a barrage of short-pitched bowling in international cricket, saying England’s plan against the teenager was evident right from the IPL and will remain the preferred tactic for opposition bowlers.
