FIFA World Cup: News

28 Nov 2024

Indian Football Team

India suffer new low in FIFA Rankings: Details here

The Indian men's football team has dropped two places to 127 in the latest FIFA Rankings, published by the global football governing body on Thursday.

16 Oct 2024

Thomas Tuchel

To represent England is a huge privilege: Thomas Tuchel

51-year-old German football coach Thomas Tuchel has been officially appointed as the new manager of England's national team. His tenure will begin from January 1, 2025.

03 Oct 2024

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi lifts his 46th career trophy: Decoding stats

Inter Miami clinched their first-ever Major League Soccer (MLS) Supporters's Shield, thanks to a stellar performance by Lionel Messi.

03 Oct 2024

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi returns to Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers

Lionel Messi, the 37-year-old captain of Argentina's national football team, is set to make a comeback in the upcoming CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers.

01 Oct 2024

Barcelona

Barcelona legend Andres Iniesta set to retire from professional football

Andres Iniesta, a legendary name in football, has decided to hang up his boots at the age of 40.

18 Sep 2024

Football

Italian football legend Salvatore Schillaci dies aged 59

Salvatore Schillaci, Italy's 1990 FIFA World Cup top scorer and a celebrated figure in the country has died aged 59.

15 Sep 2024

World Cup Qualifier

Kuwait Football Association board resigns over World Cup qualifier mismanagement

The entire Kuwait Football Association (KFA) board has stepped down following severe mismanagement during a FIFA World Cup qualifier match against Iraq.

Argentina goal-keeper Emiliano Martinez accused of assaulting TV cameraman

Emiliano Martinez, the Argentine goal-keeper, is facing accusations of assaulting a TV cameraman following his side's 2-1 win over Colombia in a FIFA World Cup qualifier.

31 Aug 2024

Copa America

Lionel Messi might play in 2026 WC, says Argentina teammate

Lionel Messi's participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup has been a topic of speculation, especially after his absence from recent games due to a ligament injury.

24 Aug 2024

Brazil Football Team

Barcelona's Raphinha excluded from Brazil's World Cup Qualifiers squad

Raphinha, FC Barcelona's talented winger, has been unexpectedly left out of the Brazil national team for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

21 Aug 2024

Manuel Neuer

Manuel Neuer retires from international football: Decoding his stats

Manuel Neuer, the renowned goalkeeper for Germany, has announced his retirement from international football. This decision comes in the wake of Euro 2024.

21 Aug 2024

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi's return from injury: Here's the latest update

Lionel Messi, the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner and star player for Inter Miami and Argentina, is on the road to recovery from an ankle injury.

Ex-India coach Igor Stimac files complaint against AIFF: Here's why

Igor Stimac, the Indian football team head coach, has lodged a complaint against the All India Football Federation (AIFF) with FIFA.

15 Aug 2024

Mauricio Pochettino

Mauricio Pochettino agrees to coach US men's national football team

Mauricio Pochettino, the former Chelsea manager, has agreed to become the new head coach of the United States men's national team (USMNT).

24 Jul 2024

Harry Kane

How did Harry Kane perform under Gareth Southgate? Decoding stats

England saw manager Gareth Southgate resign after the 2024 European Championship.

15 Jul 2024

Lionel Messi

Decoding Lionel Messi's title wins with Argentina

Lionel Messi won the 2024 Copa America title with Argentina. Messi laid his hand to a record-breaking 45th career honor (club and country).

15 Jul 2024

Angel Di Maria

Angel Di Maria bows out with Copa America title: Numbers

Argentina secured their 16th Copa America title after beating Colombia in a high-octane final.

09 Feb 2024

Football

Sin-bins and blue cards in football: Here are the details

Football is all set to undergo some changes in the next few months with the International Football Association Board approving the introduction of a 'Blue Card'.

07 Feb 2024

Africa Cup of Nations

AFCON 2023: Decoding key stats of the four semi-finalists

Nigeria, South Africa, Ivory Coast, and DR Congo are the four semi-finalists at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

08 Jan 2024

Franz Beckenbauer

Franz Beckenbauer passes away at 78: Decoding his exceptional stats

German football legend, Franz Beckenbauer, who is widely regarded as one of the pioneers of the game, breathed his last at the age of 78.

24 Nov 2023

Angel Di Maria

Angel Di Maria to retire from internationals: Decoding his stats

Argentina veteran footballer Angel Di Maria is in the twilight of his career as he has decided to retire from international duty after the 2024 Copa America.

22 Nov 2023

Brazil Football Team

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, CONMEBOL: Decoding the stats of Brazil

Brazil find themselves in a position of bother at the 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers (CONMEBOL).

21 Nov 2023

Indian Football Team

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers, Qatar thrash India 3-0: Key stats

Qatar defeated India 3-0 in matchday two of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers on Tuesday at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

Argentina's 14-match unbeaten run comes to an end: Key stats

Uruguay registered a 2-0 win over Argentina in the 2026 World Cup qualifier in Buenos Aires.

14 Nov 2023

Indian Football Team

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India kick-start campaign against formidable Kuwait

The Indian football team will return to action against Kuwait on November 16 to kick-start their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers at the Jaber Al Ahmad International Stadium in Kuwait City.

14 Nov 2023

Indian Football Team

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Decoding India's best performances

The Indian football team has mostly struggled in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers in the past. While wins have been few and far between, the qualifiers have mostly brought disappointment to Indian football fans.

31 Oct 2023

Ballon d'Or

Lionel Messi wins his eighth Ballon d'Or award

The biggest names in world football gathered for the prestigious Ballon d'Or 2023 ceremony in Paris.

Barcelona's Gavi scripts this record for Spain: Decoding his stats

Spain booked their place in the 2024 Euros with a 1-0 win over Norway in the European Qualifiers on Sunday.

02 Sep 2023

Joao Felix

Joao Felix completes loan move to Barcelona: Decoding his stats

Joao Felix has joined FC Barcelona on a season-long loan deal from Atletico Madrid.

20 Aug 2023

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi wins his 44th career title: Key stats

Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to their maiden Leagues Cup crown as they overcame Nashville SC on penalties.

15 Aug 2023

Roberto Mancini

Italy national football team: Top contenders to replace Roberto Mancini

Roberto Mancini shockingly resigned from his position as Italy's manager which leaves the Azzurri without a coach 10 months ahead of the 2024 Euros.

13 Aug 2023

Roberto Mancini

Roberto Mancini steps down as Italy manager: Decoding his stats

In a shocking development, Roberto Mancini has stepped down as the Italy manager 10 months before the 2024 Euros.

08 Aug 2023

Paris Saint-Germain

Goncalo Ramos joins PSG on loan: Decoding his stats

Paris Saint-Germain have completed the signing of Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos on loan with an option to buy.

08 Aug 2023

Indian Football Team

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: A look at India's famous campaigns

The Indian football team have been drawn in group A of the joint 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers and the 2027 AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

05 Aug 2023

AC Milan

AC Milan sign Valencia midfielder Yunus Musah: Decoding his stats

Serie A giants AC Milan have completed the signing of young midfielder Yunus Musah from Valencia for a fee of 20 million euros plus add-ons.

04 Aug 2023

Chelsea FC

Chelsea sign defender Axel Disasi for £38.57m: Decoding his stats

Chelsea have signed French defender Axel Disasi from Monaco on a six-year deal.

20 Jul 2023

New Zealand

3 dead in Auckland shooting ahead of Women's WC kick-off

At least two individuals and an armed attacker were killed and five others were injured in a shooting incident on Thursday in Auckland, New Zealand.

19 Jun 2023

Igor Stimac

Here's the journey of Indian football team under Igor Stimac

The Indian football team defeated Lebanon 2-0 in the final of the 2023 Intercontinental Cup in Bhubaneswar.

Nations League 2022-23: Champions Spain's campaign in numbers

Spain won the 2022-23 UEFA Nations League title on penalties over Croatia. La Roja trumped Croatia 5-4 on penalties to lift their first major title since 2012.

15 Jun 2023

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi scores his 103rd international goal for Argentina: Stats

FIFA World Cup champions Argentina beat Australia 2-0 in a friendly encounter in Beijing.

11 May 2023

Deepika Padukone

'TIME' shares new cover featuring Deepika Padukone; netizens react

Deepika Padukone is a global sensation and the actor is making it count at the peak of her career.

30 Mar 2023

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi vs Cristiano Ronaldo: Decoding their international career stats

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo continued their goal-scoring prowess for their respective nations during the recently concluded international break.

24 Mar 2023

Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo scores twice on record-breaking 197th international appearance: Stats

Cristiano Ronaldo scored a brace as Portugal humbled Liechtenstein 4-0 in their Group J UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifiers match.

22 Mar 2023

Kylian Mbappe

Kylian Mbappe appointed France football team's captain: Decoding his stats

Football superstar Kylian Mbappe has replaced Hugo Lloris as France national football team's captain.

08 Mar 2023

UEFA Champions League

UEFA Champions League 2022-23: Who is Benfica's Goncalo Ramos?

Portuguese forward Goncalo Ramos scored a brilliant brace to power Benfica through to the Champions League quarter-finals after they defeated Club Brugge 5-1 in the round of 16 (second leg).

03 Mar 2023

Deepika Padukone

Times Deepika Padukone made India proud on the global stage

Bollywood's reigning queen Deepika Padukone is going global and how!

28 Feb 2023

Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi wins his 2nd Best Fifa Award: Stats

Lionel Messi has been named men's player of the year at the 2022 Best Fifa Awards. The 35-year-old Paris Saint-Germain and Argentina forward beat Frenchmen Kylian Mbappe and Karim Benzema to the prize.

24 Feb 2023

Sergio Ramos

Spain's Sergio Ramos announces international retirement: Decoding his achievements

Spanish defender Sergio Ramos called time on his international career on Thursday.