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Prasar Bharati emerges as option for FIFA World Cup 2026 rights in India

A senior government official confirmed that exploratory talks have taken place to understand the pricing structure and feasibility of acquiring the rights.

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 10:24 PM IST

UEFA Champions League: Arsenal edge past Sporting to book semis berth

Arteta had urged his team to play with intensity and fearlessness, but Arsenal started brightly only to fade quickly, allowing Sporting to grow into the game.

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 7:14 PM IST

Lionel Messi sued over $7M contract breach for missing friendly match

Lionel Messi is being sued by a Miami-based event promoter who says the football icon violated terms of a $7 million contract by missing an exhibition match last year.

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 4:54 PM IST

Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike to miss World Cup for France with leg injury

Liverpool striker Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup because of a serious leg injury, France coach Didier Deschamps confirmed Wednesday.

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 4:45 PM IST

Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid HIGHLIGHTS Champions League: Bayern beat Real 4-3 to book semis berth

Goals from Pavlovic, Kane, Dias and Olise made sure Bayern go through to the semi-finals, winning the tie 6-4 on aggregate.

Updated On: 16 Apr 2026 | 2:38 AM IST

Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid UCL QF 2nd leg live match time and streaming

Kylian Mbappe's late goal for Real madrid has ensured that the tie remains finely poised going into the 2nd leg.

Updated On: 15 Apr 2026 | 9:52 PM IST

Man City close gap on Arsenal in Premier League with 3-0 win over Chelsea

Pep Guardiola's team moved to within six points of leader Arsenal ahead of next weekend's top-of-the-table clash between the two teams

Updated On: 13 Apr 2026 | 3:32 PM IST

How Chelsea vs Manchester City could affect Premier League title race?

For Manchester City, however, the stakes are even higher. Pep Guardiola's side are building momentum at a crucial stage of the season, combining strong cup performances with renewed league form.

Updated On: 12 Apr 2026 | 4:58 PM IST

Premier League: Arsenal falls to Bournemouth; Man City back into title race

Arsenal's Premier League title bid was hit by a stunning 2-1 loss to Bournemouth in London on Saturday.

Updated On: 12 Apr 2026 | 4:01 PM IST

Marie-Louise Eta signs for Union Berlin, 1st woman to lead Bundesliga team

Union Berlin has appointed Marie-Louise Eta as the first female coach in charge of a men's team in the Bundesliga as it bids to ensure its league survival.

Updated On: 12 Apr 2026 | 3:55 PM IST

La Liga: Yamal scores as Barcelona capitalizes on Real Madrid's stumble

Lamine Yamal secured Barcelona's 4-1 win over Espanyol after setting up Ferran Torres for a double and the La Liga leaders took another step toward retaining the title.

Updated On: 12 Apr 2026 | 3:48 PM IST

Why Indian broadcasters hesitant to buy FIFA WC 2026, 2030 media rights?

JioStar, the current rights holder, is understood to value the rights at roughly $25 million for both editions.

Updated On: 09 Apr 2026 | 7:55 PM IST

Barcelona vs Atletico Madrid UCL QF preview, live match time and streaming

Although Atletico have had an inconsistent Champions League campaign, progressing despite multiple defeats, their past success against Barcelona in Europe could give them confidence.

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 8:30 PM IST

Kane guides Bayern to 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in UCL Q/F first leg

The result left Bayern with an edge ahead of the second leg in Germany next week as it tries to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 2023-24

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 12:52 PM IST

Arsenal beat Sporting as Havertz nets late winner in UCL quarterfinal

Kai Havertz scored in stoppage time on Tuesday to seal a 1-0 win over Sporting Lisbon at Estadio Jose Alvalade

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 12:48 PM IST

Liverpool boosted by Isak return before UCL quarterfinal match against PSG

The Sweden striker traveled with the team to Paris after taking part in training on Tuesday

Updated On: 08 Apr 2026 | 12:45 PM IST

UCL quarterfinals: PSG-Liverpool, Real Madrid-Bayern take spotlight

With the Reds having long given up hope of retaining their league title, the Champions League is their only remaining chance of a trophy

Updated On: 07 Apr 2026 | 3:36 PM IST

Vinicius lauds Yamal for condemning anti-Muslim chants in Spain friendly

Vinicius, a Brazil international, has been often subjected to racist taunts while playing in Europe and is vocal about the fight against racism

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 9:06 PM IST

Lautaro Martinez shines with brace as Inter Milan rout Roma 5-2 in Serie A

Lautaro scored twice in his first action since February and Inter routed visiting Roma 5-2 on Sunday to end a four-match winless streak across all competitions

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 3:49 PM IST

Leeds beat West Ham on penalties to reach first FA Cup semis since 1987

Mateus Fernandes and Axel Disasi struck in the 93rd and 96th minutes as West Ham levelled the score at 2-2 at London Stadium and forced extra time

Updated On: 06 Apr 2026 | 3:45 PM IST