FIFA World Cup: News

Football: Know all about France's 23-man World Cup squad

France manager Didier Deschamps announced a 23-man squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia from June 14 onwards.

Football: England name a 23-member squad for 2018 World Cup

England have named their World Cup squad for 2018 tournament in Russia.

No Renato Sanches in Portugal's preliminary WC squad

Portugal have named a 35-man preliminary squad for the upcoming 2018 FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia from June 14 onwards.

2018 FIFA World Cup: Heavyweights Brazil suffer a big blow

2018 FIFA World Cup is almost a month away and heavyweights Brazil, who are expected to do great things in Russia, have suffered a big blow.

Arsenal seek to name a new manager before World Cup

Premier League club Arsenal hope to appoint a new manager, who will replace Arsene Wenger, ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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.

World Cup: Can Russia get its act together in time?

The 2018 FIFA World Cup is less than 3 months away but the football stadiums of Russia are not ready yet for hosting the premier football tournament.

Football: Neymar to return in 2 to 3 weeks?

Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed that the world's most expensive footballer Neymar Jr. is close to returning to football.

This is my last-shot at winning the World Cup: Messi

Argentina's superstar Messi said that it is "now or never" for him and his team-mates to win the World Cup.

International Football Friendlies: Round-up of all the action

With the 2018 FIFA World Cup now less than 3 months away, teams have begun their final preparations for football's most elite tournament.

England might not play in 2018 World Cup. Here's why.

England's diplomatic crisis with Russia is turning uglier by the day and now it has cast doubts about the participation of the Three Lions in the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia.

Spy poisoning: UK lashes back, expels 23 Russian diplomats

After Moscow snubbed British PM Theresa May's call to explain its role in the mysterious poisoning of a former spy in Salisbury, the UK has decided to expel 23 Russian diplomats.

British PM: Highly likely Moscow behind Russian spy Skripal poisoning

About a week has passed since double agent Sergei Skripal and his daughter Yulia were mysteriously found unconscious on a bench in Salisbury, poisoned with a nerve agent known as "Novichok."

PSG confirm Neymar's operation a success

Brazil and PSG superstar Neymar Jr underwent a successful surgery of his broken foot on Saturday.

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.

Brazil legend, Ronaldinho retires at the age of 37

World Cup champion and former Ballon d'Or winner, Ronaldinho has announced his retirement from professional football.

The guide to FIFA 2018 World Cup draw

Guide to FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2018

In a shocker, Italy failed to reach 2018 FIFA World Cup, as they were held to a goalless draw in the second leg of European play-offs by Sweden. Sweden booked their spot on a 1-0 aggregate win.

Russia prepares for terror threats to 2018 FIFA World Cup

Russian involvement in the Syrian conflict has angered several extremists, rendering the country vulnerable to terror attacks.

England win the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup

The England U17 team avenged their European U-17 Championship defeat against Spain, by winning the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

FIFA U-17 World Cup- Some interesting records

After 22 action packed days, the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 will end today with the finals between Spain and England.

What can India learn from the U-17 World Cup experience?

India's U-17 World Cup campaign came to an end after having failed to qualify for the Round of 16 stage.

US miss out on FIFA World Cup berth

For the first time since 1986, US national team failed to qualify for FIFA World Cup, the 2-1 loss to Trinidad & Tobago being the final nail in the coffin.

FIFA World Cup: Germany and England seal World Cup berths

Defending champions Germany booked their spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, beating Northern Ireland 3-1, as England too sealed their World Cup berth in a tepid 1-0 victory over Slovenia.

India take on USA in a tough World Cup opener

The India U-17 team will kick off their FIFA World Cup campaign by playing against a formidable USA's team in the opener.

South Africa vs Senegal World Cup qualifier to be replayed

The 2018 World Cup qualification match between South Africa and Senegal will be replayed, a year after it took place, in last November.

Syria keeps the World Cup hopes alive with play-offs qualification

Syrian football team kept their nation's hopes of World Cup qualification alive, after a 2-2 draw against Iran in the third round of Asian qualifiers.

Argentina draw again, Chile lose

Argentina and Chile's World Cup qualification hopes were left hanging after both the teams slipped up once again.

USA lose to Costa Rica, World Cup spot in danger

USA suffered an embarrassing 0-2 loss to visiting Costa Ricans.

Coutinho stars in Brazil win

Philippe Coutinho produced a scintillating display in second-half to help Brazil register a 2-0 win over Ecuador and guarantee top spot in South America's 2018 World Cup qualifying race.

Unbreakable records in football

It is said that the records are meant to be broken.

Sacked FIFA officials says removal 'politically motivated'

In a statement, the sacked chief ethics investigator and the chief judge said that the removal was "politically motivated."

Brazil becomes the first team to qualify for FIFA WC

Brazil became the first team to book a spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

Argentina beat Colombia in 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers

After losing to Brazil in the previous match, Argentina bounced back with captain Lionel Messi scoring a goal in a 3-2 win against Colombia in the 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers.

France registers win against Sweden in world cup qualifiers

France continued to be on the top of the points table in UEFA Group A of world cup qualifiers after defeating Sweden 2-1.

Neymar outshines Messi as Brazil beat Argentina 3-0

Argentina's campaign in the 2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers continued to face struggle after a 3-0 defeat by Brazil.

Spain crush Liechtenstein 8-0 in FIFA World Cup qualifiers

Spain started their 2018 World Cup qualification campaign in a fantastic way as they beat Liechtenstein 8-0 in the opening game of UEFA Group G.