Argentina's football champions are back on the World Cup stage. Dedicated fans have traveled thousands of miles, some by bicycle, to support their team. Many are spending significant amounts of money to witness the matches. Lionel Messi, a legendary player, is a major draw for global fans.
Lionel Messi achieved a remarkable hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup debut against Algeria. This dominant performance saw the veteran player equal Miroslav Klose's all-time World Cup scoring record of 16 goals. Messi's goals, including a long-range strike and a close-range finish, ignited celebrations among Argentine supporters in Kansas City.
Neymar returns to action for limited training with Brazil at the World Cup
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Lionel Messi handed his side an early lead in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group J clash against Algeria on Wednesday (IST) at the Kansas City Stadium.
FIFA 2026: Kylian Mbappe sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at World Cup
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Argentina vs Algeria LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match LIVE Updates: Lionel Messi has been named in Argentina's starting XI as the defending champions kick off their campaign at the Kansas City Stadium against two-time African champions Algeria.
Most Assists In FIFA World Cup History: Lionel Messi On Cusp Of All-Time Record
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MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship
The Manipur Fencing Association MFA has extended its best wishes to State trio who will be representing India at the Asian Senior Fencing Championship 2026 beginning on June 18 at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi and 9 State officials who will be assisting in conducting the event State fencers Naorem Mina, Waikhom Sonia and Sanasam Hemas will be competing in foil competition at the championship br br table align center cellpadding 5 width 610 tbody tr td table class capbox width 100 tbody tr td img width 600 src https www e pao org galleries images News Related 2026 06 Fencing 20260617 jpg border 1 alt MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship td tr tr td align center MFA extends best wishes to State fencers and officials ahead of Asian Senior Fencing C'ship td tr tbody table td tr tbody table br br MFA expressed pride over the inclusion of the State fencers in the National team and wished them to give their best at the championship and bring home glory and medals Meanwhile, MFA secretary Hijam Hemjit, Shagolsem Jayenta, Thounaojam Rajeshwar, Thangjam Bankim, Lemba Hijam, Lairenlakpam Lerin, Thingujam Diana, Hajarimayum Haripriya and Hajarimayum Priyadarshini are among the officials named of the event Source The Sangai Express
EUREKA English School, Thounaojam will square off against Iramdam Maheikol, Langmeidong in the title clash of the 65th Pre Subroto District Level Football Tournament 2026 for U 15 Boys tomorrow In the first semi final match of the tournament being underway at Keirak Kangjeibung, EUREKA romped 4 1 past Elang Keinya High School, Elang Khangpokpi to reach the final this afternoon Th Mani 11', 32' shone with a double for the winners as M Leo 16' and Th Vikash 46' contributed a goal apiece T Mangal scored the consolation goal for Elang Keinya High School in the 18th minute Later in the second semi final match, Iramdam Maheikol beat PR English School, Kakching 5 3 on penalties to set up the final date with EUREKA English School Defence on both the ends emerged on top as the regulation time ended in a goalless draw and the winners were decided via penalty shoot out wherein A Messi, T Jenthaopu, Th Bronson, Th Sorengkung, and M Tenison scored to give Iramdam Maheikol the edge M Sunanta, K Manimatum, and M Mangal meanwhile scored it for PR English School in a lost cause Earlier in the day, Elang Keinya High School knocked out Martin Grammar School by 4 1 goals to set up the semi final date with EUREKA English School H Budha 31' , Sh Punshiba 42' , Ch Bilipson 44' , K Ithoison 46' were on target for Elang Keinya High School in the team's big win as Mangal scored the only goal for Martin Grammar School in the 27th minute Iramdam Maheikol meanwhile demolished ADL English School, Wabagai 11 0 to advance to the semis Y Chinglemba 21', 24', 32', 51', 53' led the scoring for Iramdam Maheikol in this lopsided encounter as A Messi 26', 42', 58' netted thrice, and Sagar Banya 8' , L Frobegas 41' , and N Malemthoiba 60' added a goal apiece The final match begins at 2 30 pm at Keirak Kangjeibung Source The Sangai Express
4th MNCA Men's U 19 One Day Trophy AKSDO emerge as Group E toppers, YWC register fourth straight win
AKSDO, Khangabok crushed KCC, Kongba Bazar by 144 runs to finish Group E toppers as YWC beat YUCC by 2 runs for fourth straight Group C win in the 4th MNCA Men's U 19 One Day Trophy today In a Group E match staged at Model Hr Secondary School and Oriental College ground, AKSDO raised 223 runs for 9 wickets in 40 overs and bundled out KCC for 79 runs to register their fourth win and end Group E campaign unbeaten in 5 games Borish Mangang made 51 off 66 balls and Saikhom Kaiku added 34 off 36 runs to help AKSDO post the modest total before Saikhom Kaiku enjoyed a fifer 5 11 in 5 3 overs and set up KCC collapse at 79 within 19 3 overs Niyas Khan 4 41 in 8 overs was the pick of the KCC bowlers in the first innings before they fell flat in the chase Md Anish Khan also picked two wickets 2 39 for KCC Saikhom Kaiku was also well assisted by Chingamba Elangbam 2 10 and Punshiba Akoijam 2 4 in the second innings Saikhom Kaiku was deservedly named player of the match In another Group E match staged at Khudeiband Lampak, KASC, Khomidok beat SSC, Porompat by 8 wickets thanks to Md Ali Karim's fifer 5 13 in 4 overs Elsewhere at Moijing Public Ground, YWC, Langthabal pulled off a 2 run victory over YUCC, Kwakeithel Moirangpurel for the fourth straight victory YWC opted to bat first but were bundled out for 155 runs in 32 5 overs as Loitongbam Joychand 3 24 and Shresth Oinam 3 12 shone with the ball for YUCC Chasing 156 for the win, YUCC slumped to 153 all out despite Bidyashwor's 84 ball 88 filled with 10 fours and 3 sixes as YWC's Pukhrambam Roshan 4 36 in 6 overs , Yumnam Athouba 2 34 in 8 overs and Daneil Seram 2 15 in 5 overs share 8 crucial wickets to derail their rivals' chase Pukhrambam Roshan was adjudged player of the match for his match defining performance Source The Sangai Express
65th CC Meet AIM upset ESU in five goal quarterfinal thriller, SSU outlast Rahee UC 4 3 on penalties
The quarter finals of the Babina Group 65th Sir Churachand Singh KCSI, CBE Memorial Football Tournament 2025 26 being underway at Mapal Kangjeibung exploded into life with two fiercely contested matches, headlined by a five goal thriller and a dramatic 4 3 penalty shootout victory following a 1 1 draw The first quarterfinal match of the tournament between Anouba Imagi Mangal AIM , Khabam and Eastern Sporting Union ESU , Wangkhei Palace Compound produced a breathless, attacking masterclass filled with shifting momentum and clinical finishing AIM broke the deadlock early, with forward Ningthoujam Dhanaraj finding the target just five minutes into the game ESU responded swiftly, drawing level through Naorem Kaba in the 38th minute After a 1 1 deadlock at halftime, AIM restored their lead when Saikhom Abinash beat the ESU custodian in the 62nd minute ESU, who previously knocked out RAU 2 0, fought back bravely with a series of attacking runs but were met with stiff resistance from the AIM backline The AIM defenders continued to frustrate a relentless ESU offense with timely tackles and interventions To their delight, second half substitute Laishram Khorish who replaced Sapam Topper after the break further solidified the lead with a clinical finish two minutes into stoppage time ESU responded immediately, reducing the deficit to 2 3 through Taj Khan the very next minute However, they failed to find an equalizer in the remaining four minutes of added time as AIM held onto their lead with style to walk away as 3 2 winners The second quarter final clash between Rahee UC, Kamjong and Southern Sporting Union SSU , Singjamei was also an end to end encounter, finally settled by absolute nerves of steel from the penalty spot as the two sides remained locked at 1 1 till the end of regulation time SSU, who edged out SSC, Sekta 2 1 in the pre quarterfinals, went 1 0 up against Rahee UC with Md Shuaib capitalising on an 11th minute chance Rahee UC left it late to equalize, courtesy of a 75th minute strike by Maiya Ningshen that stretched the game to a penalty shootout In the shootout, Konthoujam Monex, Okram Rohit, Khumanthem Hemlet, and Maisnam Biken successfully converted their spot kicks for SSU Their custodian, Naorem Kiranjit, then produced two brilliant saves to secure the 4 3 victory For Rahee UC, only Chihammi Kharay, Thuisem Rashadang, and Thanwor Vasha found the target, as Kiranjit successfully blocked the attempts of Ngakuimi Ruivah and Moirangthem Manisana With the win, SSU set up a semi final date with AIM Utlou FC will play SDC, Samurou in the next quarterfinal match tomorrow from 1 pm before USA, Khurai face Sainik FC from 3 30 in the last quarterfinal encounter Source The Sangai Express
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Sciver-Brunt, spinners star as England edge to laboured victory over Ireland
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Kylian Mbapp sparks France with two goals in 3-1 win over Senegal at the World Cup
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Sri Lanka stuns New Zealand to dent Womens T20 World Cup defense
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Michael Olise At 2026 World Cup: Personal Life, Family And Story Behind The Bayern Munich Star
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ICC Takes Action Against Pakistan Days After Women's T20 World Cup Loss To India. Here's Why
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FIFA World Cup: Heavyweights stumble as minnows make their mark on the global stage
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Ronaldo recently won his first Saudi Pro League title with AlNassr, leading his club with 28 goals on the season. His abundant experience and leadership are qualities some supporters say cannot be replicated. Hes not going to shy away from those moments when its the World Cup on the line, Rob Stickle said.
Two-time champions France begins their Group I campaign by taking on Senegal in New York on June 16, 2026
Crumpled but still a good fit, Root dons his blazer for the England cause once more
England's senior pro takes the reins for the 65th time in Tests, four years on from his previous stint
If Indias think-tank believes that it needs to look beyond the Mumbai batter when it comes to the World Cup, the humane thing will be to let him know; otherwise, just let him be
France vs Senegal, FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score: Mbapp puts France 1-0 up after Olise assist
Nilakshika Silva's unbeaten fifty guides Sri Lanka to famous win over New Zealand
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Hockey Nations Cup: Women team storms into semifinal, defeating Japan 2-1
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FAI announces 24-member squad for the 26th Senior Asian Fencing Championships 2026
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Nilakshika, Nuthyangana stun NZ to seal famous win for Sri Lanka
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France vs Senegal FIFA World Cup latest update: Will Kylian Mbapp and Sadio Man play tonight?
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'Very important': India coach reveals how Rohit remains crucial to Gill
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James Rew to make Test debut as Jamie Smith goes on paternity leave
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Canada-Netherlands ODI abandoned due to dangerous pitch in Toronto
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Ghana Appeals Canada's Denial Of World Cup Visa For Thomas Partey, Who Faces Rape Charges
Ghana officials on Tuesday appealed Canada's decision to refuse midfielder Thomas Partey entry into the country for the team's first World Cup match while he awaits trial on rape charges.
France vs Senegal LIVE Score, FIFA World Cup 2026 Match LIVE Updates: France take on Senegal in a Group I curtain-raiser at New Jersey Stadium on Wednesday.
India-A faces tough task against upbeat Afghanistan-A
Indialooks to iron out batting flaws against the Netherlands
Richa attributes her development to WPL exposure
Harsh is one for the future: Bahutule
The India spin-bowling coach feels the left-arm tweaker has the skills and a temperament to succeed in international cricket
FIFA World Cup 2026 Recap: A Day of Only Draws after 68 years
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Root stops the England captaincy gap ... but for how long?
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WWE Personality Jelly Roll Files for Divorce From Wife Bunnie XO After Nearly 10 Years of Marriage
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Cleveland Browns Owner Jimmy Haslam Eyes $100 Million Tax Break For $2.6 Billion Stadium Project
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The Season 6 of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) is about to roll on 10th July, and right before that the league has got a major financial booster.
Knock Against Pakistan Gave Me Confidence: Richa Ghosh's Clear Take
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After Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Fight, Sri Lanka Cricket Takes Action Against Players: Report
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IND vs AFG, 2nd ODI: Afghanistan needs a collective effort to surprise India
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JioStar Takes IPL 2026 Reach To An All-Time High Of Over 1.2 Billion
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SRH Star Gets India A Test Call-Up Despite No Ranji Trophy Game In 6 Years
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Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan put in the hard yards at the Ekana Stadium ahead of the second ODI against Afghanistan. While Kuldeep Yadav bowled an extended spell, Iyer worked extensively on the pull shot that proved to be his undoing in Dharamsala. India will take on Afghanistan on Wednesday in Lucknow.
Teams regroup after mid-series chaos, ahead of must-win Oval Test
England could make as many as five changes after injuries and nightclub antics wreck Lord's momentum
Wednesday triple-header: Australia, India look to continue good form; SA, Pakistan eye comebacks
Headingley will host Australia vs Bangladesh and India vs Netherlands before South Africa take on Pakistan in Birmingham
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Sairaj Bahutule on Rohit's importance, team combination & ODI plans
Sairaj Bahutule on Rohit's importance, team combination & ODI plans
Unchanged New Zealand opt to bat vs Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka made three changes to the side that lost to England on Friday
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Strong form for Canterbury earns batter recall in an unfamiliar role at The Oval
After rainy Dharamsala, India and Afghanistan brace for Lucknow's heat
India won the first ODI against Afghanistan and are aiming to wrap up the series
FIFA World Cup 2026: What India can learn from Morocco
Knowledgeable football lovers who recently watched the drawn (1-1) match between Morocco and Brazil in the ongoing FIFA World Cup 2026, would not have been surprised that a lesser-known team like Morocco was able to finish on level terms with the superpower of world football. In fact, Morocco went ahead first, before the individual brilliance Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Women's T20 WC Live: NZ and SL battle in crucial Group B clash
Star Of Night, Sicyon, Miracle Star, The Archer, Ranquelino and Osaka catch the eye
'SL players should also be educated': India coach breaks silence on Sooryavanshi controversy
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Sooryavanshi shoving incident: BCCI's Devajit Saikia asks players to...
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia urged India A players to stay focused on the tri-series after Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's on-field altercation with Sri Lanka A's Vishen Halambage following a Super Over defeat in Dambulla. Sources claimed sledging triggered the clash, while the India A camp was also unhappy with several umpiring decisions, alleging biased officiating during the match.
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Gurnoor Brar's rise: A stress fracture, a new action and a 150-kph dream
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Serena and Venus Williams reunite for Wimbledon doubles
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A renowned World Cup prediction model, which accurately forecast the last three winners, suggests Argentina's reign as champions will end in the 2026 quarter-finals. Despite Lionel Messi's expected decisive role against Turkey, the model predicts Portugal's deeper squad will overcome the defending champions in a blockbuster clash.
Fit to be tied: The big upsets at the World Cup so far have been matches ending at 0-0, 1-1 and 2-2
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'Huge plus for any team': Sunil Gavaskar identifies India's next X-factor
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Dharamsala gives wake-up call to rest of the BCCI state associations
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Who is Sarpreet Singh? First Indian origin player to start a FIFA WC match
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Serena Williams handed wildcard for Wimbledon doubles; to play with sister Venus
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Australia's Marsh eyes T20 revival after ODI disappointment in Bangladesh
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Sarpreet Singh, With Roots In Punjab, Becomes 1st India Origin Player To Start FIFA World Cup Match
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German Defender Antonio Rudiger Signs New Real Madrid Deal
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New Zealand's Sarpreet becomes first player of Indian origin to start a FIFA World Cup match
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