Brazil's 1970 FIFA World Cup winner Brito passes away at 86

IANS | June 12, 2026 9:48 AM

Brasilia, June 12 (IANS) Brito, who helped Brazil conquer the 1970 FIFA World Cup Mexico, has passed away aged 86. He had been hospitalised for a week with complications due to pneumonia, Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said.

Sci-Fi on the Pitch: What the FIFA World Cup's new 'Ref Cams' are really used for

IANS | June 12, 2026 7:25 AM

Mexico City, June 12 (IANS) The 2026 FIFA World Cup burst into life with a dazzling opening ceremony and a thrilling victory for co-hosts Mexico over South Africa. Yet, beyond the goals and glamour at the Mexico City Stadium, eagle-eyed fans quickly noticed something unusual strapped to the match officials: futuristic headgear that is changing how we watch football.

FIFA World Cup wonderkid: Meet youngest debutant for Mexico Gilberto Mora

IANS | June 12, 2026 6:10 AM

Mexico City, June 12 (IANS) History was written at the Mexico City Stadium as the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicked off. At just 17 years old, teenage prodigy Gilberto Mora etched his name into Mexican football folklore, becoming the youngest player ever to represent El Tri at the global showpiece during Mexico's opening-match win over South Africa.