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TTFI has defended the exclusion of Manika Batra from India’s Asian Games squad, saying the decision was taken strictly as per the federation’s selection policy.

Neymar returned for Brazil after 981 days, coming off the bench in a 3-0 win over Scotland and breaking down in tears after the match.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s clever decoy in Portugal’s 5-0 win helped Nuno Mendes score, proving his team-first mindset despite record-breaking goals.

Cristiano Ronaldo says facing Lionel Messi at FIFA World Cup 2026 would be “top”, raising hopes of a dream Portugal vs Argentina clash.

Brazil need a win or draw against Scotland to secure Round of 32 qualification, while a loss could still see them progress as a best third-placed team.

Brazil face Scotland in a crucial FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash. Check match timing, venue, and live streaming details in India.

FIFA bans Qatar’s Assim Madibo for five matches after a reckless tackle left Canada’s Ismael Kone with a serious leg injury.

Switzerland beat Canada 2-1 to top Group B, while the co-hosts reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time.

Christian Pulisic signals return from injury ahead of USA’s final group match against Turkiye in FIFA World Cup 2026.

Turkiye coach Vincenzo Montella refuses to resign after World Cup exit, criticising fan behaviour and urging support for his young team.

Vinicius Jr scored twice as Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 on Day 13, while Morocco and Switzerland advanced and Bosnia kept qualification hopes alive.

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo now share the FIFA World Cup record for the longest span between their first and latest tournament goals.

Shubman Gill climbed to No. 2 in the ICC ODI batting rankings, while Matt Henry joined Jasprit Bumrah as the top-ranked Test bowler.

Manika Batra has threatened legal action against the Table Tennis Federation of India after being left out of the Asian Games squad, demanding transparency.

IPL cricketer Abishek Porel faces police complaint over alleged promise of marriage, assault and intimidation; denies all charges.

Brendon McCullum denies rift with Ben Stokes, confirms strong relationship ahead of England’s series decider against New Zealand.

Izzy Sharp and Brooke Halliday guide New Zealand to a crucial win over Scotland, keeping their Women’s T20 World Cup hopes alive.

Sachin Tendulkar welcomes ICC’s post-pregnancy guidelines, calling them a major boost for women cricketers worldwide.

Ravichandran Ashwin defends 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi after criticism over on-field altercation during India A series.

Suryansh Shedge replaces injured Nitish Reddy in India’s T20I squads for Ireland and England after strong domestic performances.