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FIFA World Cup: Portugal vs Iran- Match Preview

Iran are desperate to keep their World Cup dream alive but it looks an uphill task as they face Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal in the final game of their group stage.

FIFA World Cup: Who can qualify for round of 16?

FIFA World Cup 2018 is progressing in a enthralling fashion, where several teams have already booked their spot in the round of 16.

5 oldest players to feature in FIFA World Cup

Football players should not be judged by age. There have been many 'aged' players who have featured in FIFA World Cup.

FIFA World Cup: Brazil and the art of breaking records

Brazil are widely considered as the best team in the world when it comes to football's premier tournament.

FIFA World Cup: Instances when title-holders didn't qualify for knock-outs

The FIFA World Cup 2018 continues to enthral fans with minnows upsetting the giants.

World Cup: How can Argentina qualify for the next round?

Argentina's 0-3 loss against Croatia, in FIFA World Cup 2018, makes them face a possibility of being knocked out from the group stage itself.

Female reporter groped, kissed on air during World Cup coverage

A Colombian female reporter was kissed and groped on air by a football fan live on air at the FIFA World Cup 2018 in Russia.

FIFA World Cup: Argentina vs Croatia Preview

Lionel Messi's Argentina will take on Croatia in a crucial World Cup Group D encounter.

FIFA World Cup: France vs Peru preview

France are inches away from booking a spot in the round of 16 of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Kolkata confectioners busy preparing FIFA-themed cakes and sweetmeats

As the World Cup frenzy reaches feverish pitch in the alleys and lanes of Kolkata, the confectioners here are set to make the most of the occasion by rolling out FIFA-themed cakes and sweetmeats.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Three shocking upsets in tournament's history

As the FIFA World Cup 2018 continues to enthrall fans with lower-ranked teams keeping up the pace with the giants, it's indeed been a telling story.

FIFA World Cup: Japan fans clean the stadium after match

Japanese fans saw their team clinch a famous victory over South American giants Colombia in their Group H opener.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Records broken in this edition

FIFA World Cup and records go hand in hand and every edition, we see young players etching their names in record-books.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Know about India's first ball-boy

India saw its first ever ball-boy taking part in a FIFA World Cup game.

2018 FIFA World Cup: The technology supporting the tournament

Football has been infamously slow at embracing technology.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Koreans try confusing 'Westerners' by shirt-swapping

South Korea's coach Shin Tae-yong is making the headlines after chalking out one of the most bizarre strategies for the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

FIFA World Cup 2018: Mexico stun defenders Germany

Defending champions Germany were stunned by Mexico (0-1) in their Group F encounter of the FIFA World Cup 2018.

5 applications which every football fan should use

Mobile and web applications have become an essential part of our lives.

Memorable hat-tricks in FIFA World Cup

Portugal's striker Cristiano Ronaldo is a serial record breaker.

BSNL commemorates Eid and FIFA World Cup with recharge packs

To commemorate the occasion of Eid and the global celebration of FIFA World Cup 2018, BSNL has introduced two new recharge packs.

FIFA 2018: Russian women advised against sleeping with guests

Lawmaker Tamara Pletneva has advised Russian women to not sleep with footballers during the FIFA World Cup 2018, to avoid giving birth to mixed race children.

2018 FIFA World Cup: How to watch from anywhere

The 2018 FIFA World Cup is finally here!

FIFA World Cup 2018: Russia vs Saudi Arabia- Match Preview

The moment has finally arrived as the world's biggest sporting spectacle- FIFA World Cup 2018 is all set to start tonight.

A beginner's guide to watching FIFA World Cup matches

As the 2018 FIFA World Cup kicks off tonight, there is plenty of excitement and buzz all around the world.

North American trio to host 2026 FIFA World Cup

The trio of United States of America, Mexico and Canada are set to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Prisoners protest, claim watching FIFA World Cup is their right

In Argentina, inmates of a prison have gone on a hunger strike to protest against faulty cable network.

Argentina will not play against Israel in Jerusalem, here's why

South American football powerhouse Argentina have cancelled their international friendly game against Israel.

Palestine FA: Burn Messi's shirts if he plays in Israel

The Palestine Football Association chief, on Sunday, urged fans to burn pictures and replica t-shirts of Argentine ace Lionel Messi if he plays against Israel next weekend.

North America, Morocco to contest for 2026 World Cup rights

Morocco's bid to host the 2026 World Cup has passed an inspection by FIFA.

Football world stunned as Zidane quits as Real Madrid coach

This comes as one of the biggest news, in recent times, in the world of football.

2018 World Cup: Lesser known facts about the mega event

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia starts from June 14 onwards and the excitement level is increasing everyday with top teams preparing to stake a claim.

European Leagues oppose FIFA's World Cup expansion plan

Several football leagues have opposed the FIFA's plan to expand the 2022 World Cup, European Leagues president Lars-Christer Olsson said.

FIFA World Cup 2022: Infantino wants 48-team tournament in Qatar

FIFA President Gianni Infantino wants a 48-team 2022 World Cup that is slated to be held in Qatar.

FIFA rankings: Indian football team is at 99th spot

The Indian national football team is back in the top 100 of the FIFA world rankings and is now placed at 99th spot.

FIFA 18 vs PES 2018: Which game should you choose?

Every year, gaming's biggest rivalry kicks off with the release of Konami's Pro Evolution Soccer and EA Sports' FIFA.

Sepp Blatter appeals to have World Cup matches without VAR

Former FIFA President Sepp Blatter has asked the authorities to turn down the request to use VAR (Video Assistant Referee system) for the upcoming FIFA World Cup in Russia.

Reports of Pele being hospitalised are fake, claims spokesperson

Pele's spokesperson has denied reports that the football legend has been hospitalized.

FIFA scandal: Two former South American football officials convicted

Two former South American football officials have been convicted on multiple charges of corruption by a New York city jury. The conviction is with regard to the ongoing investigations in the FIFA corruption scandal.

From Baahubali 2 to IPL, top Google trends of 2017

As 2017 draws to a close, and before your social media timelines get flooded with year-end specials, we bring you what Indians were most curious about this year.

The guide to FIFA 2018 World Cup draw