PV Sindhu Makes History With Maiden Japan Open Crown PV Sindhu produced a commanding straight-game victory over Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi to claim the Japan Open 2026 women’s singles crown. The historic triumph made Sindhu the first Indian to win the tournament and delivered her maiden BWF Super 750 title.   PV Sindhu Wins Historic Japan Open 2026 Title PV Sindhu created Indian badminton history by defeating home favourite A

Rodri, Mbappe Head FIFA World Cup 2026 Award Winners Spain’s World Cup triumph was followed by a sweep of the leading individual honours. Rodri won the Golden Ball, Unai Simon secured the Golden Glove, and Pau Cubarsi was named Best Young Player, while Kylian Mbappe claimed the Golden Boot with 10 goals.   The FIFA World Cup 2026 full awards list was dominated by Spain after La Roja defeated Argentina 1-0 following extra time in the final on Sunday, Jul

Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute as Spain defeated 10-man Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the 2026 World Cup final. La Roja secured its second global title, while Lionel Messi and the defending champions fell just short in New Jersey.   Ferran Torres Fires Spain Past Argentina in World Cup Final Ferran Torres’ World Cup final goal delivered Spain their sec

 Scaloni Breaks Down as Argentina Mourns Messi's World Cup Era Argentina’s World Cup defence ended in heartbreak as Spain won the 2026 final 1-0 in extra time. Lionel Scaloni broke down during his press conference, while supporters in Buenos Aires mourned what many believe could have been Lionel Messi’s final World Cup appearance. Lionel Scaloni in Tears After World Cup Final Defeat Lionel Scaloni was overcome with e

India vs England 2nd ODI Cardiff Result: Root Powers England to Win The India vs England 2nd ODI Cardiff result went in England’s favour as the hosts registered a four-wicket victory at Sophia Gardens. Joe Root remained unbeaten on 99 as England chased 234 and levelled the three-match ODI series 1-1. The experienced England batter controlled a difficult

Facundo Tello To Referee France vs Morocco World Cup Quarter-Final FIFA’s decision to appoint Facundo Tello for the France vs Morocco World Cup quarter-final has become a major pre-match talking point. The experienced Argentine official will lead an all-Argentine refereeing team for the high-pressure knockout clash in Boston, where both teams will fight for a place in the semi-finals. FIFA Appoints Facundo Tello For France vs Morocco Clash

Argentina Beat Egypt 3-2 In Historic World Cup Comeback Argentina staged a historic late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, with Messi, Romero, and Enzo Fernandez keeping their quarterfinal hopes alive. Argentina Complete Stunning Late Turnaround Argentina produced a memorable comeback in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16, defeating Egypt 3-2 after trailing for most of the match. The defendin

Ronaldo’s World Cup journey ends in heartbreak Cristiano Ronaldo’s final FIFA World Cup appearance ended in disappointment as Portugal was knocked out by Spain in the Round of 16. Spain won the tense contest 1-0 in Arlington, Texas, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time to send his team into the quarter-finals. Ronaldo delays Portugal future decision After the defeat, Ronaldo confirmed that this was his la

Shapoor Zadran dies at 38 after prolonged illness Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran has died at the age of 38 after a prolonged illness, marking a painful moment for Afghanistan cricket. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed his death on Tuesday, with several reports stating that he had been undergoing treatment in India for a rare immune disorder. A pioneer of Afghanistan’s cricket rise Zadran was among the e

UEFA Blasts FIFA After Balogun Red Card Ban Reversal Sparks World Cup Row UEFA has strongly criticised FIFA after the governing body suspended the automatic red-card ban of United States striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup 2026, allowing him to be available for the Round of 16 clash against Belgium. The decision has triggered a major football controversy, with UEFA warning that the move could damage the integrity and credibility of the tournament.

Neymar Retires From International Football After Brazil’s World Cup Exit Brazilian football icon Neymar has announced his retirement from international football after Brazil’s 2-1 defeat to Norway in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16. The emotional announcement came after Brazil’s disappointing exit at MetLife Stadium, where Neymar scored a late penalty in stoppage time. The goal proved to be only a consolation, but it marked the final act of his

Ronaldo focuses on World Cup as retirement talks pause Cristiano Ronaldo has moved to end speculation surrounding his international future after Portugal’s dramatic victory over Croatia in the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Reports had emerged suggesting that the veteran forward could retire from international football after the tournament, following comments linked to his family. However, Ronaldo clarified that no final decision has been taken and his focus remains entirely on Portugal’s ongoing campaign. The 41-year-old forward stated that he will not make any emotional decision during the tournament and will only evaluate his future once Portugal’s World Cup journey is complete. His response came after intense media speculation, especially as Portugal continue to progress in the knockout rounds. The clarification helped shift attention back to football rather than retirement discussions, which had dominated headlines before the match. Ronaldo also created history during the match by becoming the oldest player to score in a World Cup knockout fixture at 41 years and 147 days. His 67th-minute penalty, awarded after a VAR review, brought Portugal level after Croatia had taken the lead. The goal once again highlighted his ability to perform in high-pressure moments, even in the later stages of his career. Portugal survive Croatia in a tense knockout battle The match itself delivered high drama as Portugal defeated Croatia 2-1 in a tightly contested encounter. Croatia initially took control through an early breakthrough, putting Portugal under pressure for long stretches of the match. However, Ronaldo’s equaliser from the penalty spot changed the momentum after a VAR intervention confirmed the foul inside the box. Portugal continued to push in the final stages, eventually finding the winning goal through Gonçalo Ramos in stoppage time. The result secured Portugal’s place in the Round of 16 and kept their tournament hopes alive. The match also carried emotional weight as it could mark one of Luka Modric’s final appearances at the World Cup, adding significance to an already intense knockout fixture. For now, however, the focus remains on Portugal’s progress—and Ronaldo’s future will only be decided once the tournament concludes.

Serena Williams Knee Scare Puts Wimbledon Doubles Return With Venus In Doubt Serena Williams’ much-awaited Wimbledon 2026 return has taken an uncertain turn after the tennis legend suffered a knee scare during her first-round singles defeat to Australia’s Maya Joint. The 44-year-old, who made her Grand Slam singles comeback at the All England Club, lost a hard-fought three-set match 6-3, 6-7, 6-3 on Centre Court. While the result ended her singles ca

Fast start puts Mexico in control at Azteca Mexico opened the match with high intensity at Estadio Azteca, pressing aggressively and forcing Ecuador into early defensive errors. The home side dictated tempo from the first minutes, using quick passing and wide movement to stretch the opposition. Ecuador tried to settle through possession-based build-up, but st

Paraguay hold their nerve to stun Germany after 120 minutes Paraguay delivered one of the standout results of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by defeating Germany 4-3 in a penalty shootout after a tightly contested 1-1 draw in the Round of 32. The match, played on June 29, 2026, in Boston, showcased Paraguay’s defensive discipline against a German side that controlled possession but failed to finish chances. Germany dictated the rhythm for long periods, creating multiple opportunities but repeatedly being denied by a compact Paraguayan defensive setup. Paraguay struck first through Julio Enciso, who converted a well-worked attacking move despite entering the game with injury concerns. Germany later found the equalizer, but struggled to convert dominance into a winning goal in both regular time and extra time. A key turning point arrived in extra time when Germany briefly thought they had taken the lead through Jonathan Tah. The goal was overturned after VAR review, with officials spotting a foul on Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill during the buildup. The decision kept Paraguay alive and shifted momentum back toward the underdogs. Gill shines in shootout as Germany suffer decisive miss The penalty shootout became the defining phase of the match, with Orlando Gill emerging as the standout performer. His crucial saves under pressure put Germany on the back foot, while Manuel Neuer briefly kept his side in contention with a save of his own. However, Germany’s inconsistency from the spot proved costly. Jonathan Tah ultimately missed the decisive penalty, sending his effort over the bar and sealing Germany’s elimination. Jose Canale converted the final kick, confirming Paraguay’s 4-3 shootout victory and sending them into the Round of 16. The result continues Germany’s troubling knockout trend in recent tournaments, while Paraguay celebrate one of the most important wins in their World Cup history, built on resilience, discipline, and composure under pressure.