Mexico City, June 18 (IANS) Colombia celebrated their return to the FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 3-1 victory over debutants Uzbekistan here at Mexico City Stadium. Luis Diaz was the star attraction after expertly setting up Daniel Munoz's first-half opener before securing the victory in the second stanza.
Rotterdam, June 18 (IANS) The Indian men’s hockey team produced a solid performance to defeat world champions Germany 3-1 in their second match of the FIH Hockey Pro League 2025-26 Rotterdam leg.
Houston, June 18 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo has defended Portugal’s sluggish start to their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, insisting "nothing was missing" in the team's performance despite a disappointing 1-1 draw against Congo here at Houstan Stadium.
Houston, June 18 (IANS) The France striker Thierry Henry gave his blunt assessment following Portugal's 1-1 draw against DR Congo in their FIFA World Cup 2026 opener as he felt Ronaldo’s movement hurt Portugal rather than helped them. He argued that Cristiano Ronaldo should focus on creating chances for Portugal rather than trying to score himself.
Houston, June 18 (IANS) Portugal head coach Roberto Martinez defended his side's performance in the FIFA World Cup 2026 opener against Congo and explained the importance of Cristiano Ronaldo to the team, citing "the way he attracts defenders and uses space is valuable".
Arlington, June 18 (IANS) England midfielder set a new milestone by starting and scoring in the 4-2 victory against Croatia in England's FIFA World Cup 2026 opening match as he became the youngest European player to play in four major international tournaments.
Toronto, June 18 (IANS) A 95th-minute goal by Caleb Yirenkyi saw Ghana secure a hard-fought 1-0 win over Panama in the FIFA World Cup Group L clash here at Toronto Stadium on Thursday.
Arlington, June 18 (IANS) Harry Kane has written a new chapter into his England book of records by becoming just the second man from the nation to score ten goals at the FIFA World Cup with his brace in 2026 campaign opener against Croatia.
Ranchi, June 18 (IANS) JSCA International Stadium Complex witnessed a day dominated by clinical bowling and high-pressure rearguard actions, as both the Jamshedpur Steelers and the Koylanchal Super Kings successfully defended their totals. Despite heroic, fighting knocks from opposition batters in both chases, the bowling units held their nerve to secure crucial points in the ongoing Jharkhand T20 Cricket League 2026.
Arlington, June 18 (IANS) A brace from Harry Kane and second-half goals by Jude Bellingham and substitute Marcus Rashford helped England kick off their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a thrilling 4-2 win over Croatia in Group L here at the Dallas Stadium on Thursday (IST).
