Sports

Ancelotti's Brazil begin title quest against resurgent Morocco

13 Jun 2026 | 11:05 AM

New York, June 13 (UNI) A blockbuster Group C encounter awaits as five-time champions Brazil take on African giants Morocco in one of the standout fixtures of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage at the New York New Jersey Stadium.

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FIFA WC 2026: Larin rescues Canada in 1-1 draw against Bosnia

13 Jun 2026 | 10:06 AM

Toronto, June 13 (UNI) Canada produced a spirited second-half comeback to draw 1-1 against Bosnia-Herzegovina in a gripping FIFA World Cup Group B encounter at BMO Field on early Saturday (IST), earning their first-ever point in World Cup history.

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USA crush Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener as Balogun scores twice

13 Jun 2026 | 9:58 AM

Los Angeles, June 13 (UNI) The United States made an emphatic start to their FIFA World Cup campaign with a commanding 4-1 victory over Paraguay at a packed SoFi Stadium, producing a dominant display that underlined their ambitions on home soil.

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From kulcha cart to Team India: Jalandhar teen earns U-19 call-up

13 Jun 2026 | 1:20 AM

Chandigarh, June 12 (UNI) A dream nurtured on the modest earnings of a roadside food vendor has found a place on the national stage, with Jalandhar youngster Arjun Rajput earning selection in India's Under-19 squad for the upcoming Sri Lanka tour.

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Jaspal Rana's demise leaves wave of mourning in Uttarakhand

13 Jun 2026 | 12:33 AM

Dehradun, June 12 (UNI) Renowned shooter and former Olympian Jaspal Rana's demise has sent a wave of mourning in Uttarakhand.

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Karthik backs Smriti-Shafali duo as key to India’s T20 WC hopes

13 Jun 2026 | 12:06 AM

New Delhi, Jun 12 (UNI) Former wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik has backed the women’s opening pair of Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma to play a decisive role as India gears up for their campaign opener against Pakistan at the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 on Sunday.

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Haryana shuts 11 sports nurseries over irregularities; Minister warns officials of action

12 Jun 2026 | 11:11 PM

Panchkula, Jun 12 (UNI) In a major crackdown on alleged irregularities in the state's sports infrastructure network, Haryana Sports Minister Gaurav Gautam has ordered the closure of 11 sports nurseries operating in violation of prescribed norms and warned departmental officials against negligence in monitoring sports facilities.
The action follows a comprehensive review of sports nurseries functioning in government schools and under Panchayat institutions across Haryana.

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Telangana CM Condoles Demise of Shooting Legend Jaspal Rana**

12 Jun 2026 | 11:00 PM

Hyderabad, June 12 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Friday expressed deep sorrow over the demise of renowned shooter Jaspal Rana, describing him as one of India's most accomplished sportspersons and an inspiring mentor.

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Brazilian World Cup winner Brito passes away

12 Jun 2026 | 10:34 PM

Rio De Janeiro, June 12 (UNI) Brito, who helped Brazil conquer the 1970 FIFA World Cup Mexico, has passed away.

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Ghana captain vows to make nation proud in 5th World Cup appearance despite tricky group

12 Jun 2026 | 5:56 PM

Accra, June 12 (UNI) Jordan Ayew, captain for Ghana's male senior football national team, the Black Stars, has vowed the team will make the country proud at the 2026 FIFA World Cup .

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Schalke signs Austrian striker Adamu

12 Jun 2026 | 5:53 PM

Berlin, June 12 (UNI) Schalke 04 has signed Junior Adamu from Freiburg on a contract until June 30, 2029, adding intensity and flexibility to their attack, the newly promoted Gelsenkirchen club announced. .

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Winter sports nation Switzerland heading for new shores at 2026 FIFA World Cup

12 Jun 2026 | 5:50 PM

Los Angeles, June 12 (UNI) Switzerland's national team is aiming for the best FIFA World Cup performance in the country's history. .

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I'd swap not scoring a goal for winning World Cup: Mbappe

12 Jun 2026 | 5:45 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (UNI) French striker Kylian Mbappe has warned his team-mates just how hard it is to win the World Cup and hopes his experience can help his country lift the title for the second time in eight years after success in Russia 2018.

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Tanvi, Abhinav lead India’s challenge at Asian Junior Championships

12 Jun 2026 | 5:36 PM

New Delhi, June 12 (UNI) All India Junior ranking champions Tanvi Patri and Abhinav Garg
will spearhead a strong Indian challenge at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships (U-19), scheduled to be held in Yatsushiro, Japan, from June 26 to July 5.

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Ireland & France win as Malaysia put hands up in FIH Hockey Nations Cup

12 Jun 2026 | 5:32 PM

Cape Town, June 12 (UNI) Ireland and France, the two top-ranked teams in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup men’s tournament at Hartleyvale Stadium here in South Africa, were both
victorious on the opening day, while Malaysia put their hands up as strong contenders in
Pool A.

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