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Football Briefs: Portugal thrashed by Netherlands 3-0 in friendly

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field

UK compares Russia hosting FIFA World Cup to Hitler's '36 Olympics

'I think the comparison with 1936 is certainly right and frankly, I think it...

Analysis: Which is the toughest group at 2018 FIFA World Cup?

Analysis of the eight groups for the 2018 FIFA World Cup to be held in Russia.

Russia 2018 FIFA World Cup: 12 venues, 11 cities

Russia will host the 2018 World Cup finals in 12 venues spread across 11 cities.

Peru overcome New Zealand to clinch final World Cup spot

His 6-0, 6-2 thrashing of Belgium's David Goffin in the O2 Arena followed...

Heartbreak for Italy as they fail to qualify for World Cup

Goalkeeper and captain Gianluigi Buffon announced his retirement as the...

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Goalless draw secures Tunisia finals berth

Images from the FIFA 2018 World Cup qualifiers played across the globe on...

'Huge responsibility on your shoulders,' PM Modi tells U-17 team

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the India Under-17 football team in New...

FIFA World Cup playoffs: Croatia rout Greece, Swiss win

Croatia edged closer to next year's World Cup with an emphatic 4-1 home win...

U-17 World Cup: India flawless hosts, England worthy champs!

The world's most-talented young players gave India a memorable show of high...

PICS: How England reigned over Spain in U-17 World Cup final

Manchester City midfielder Phil Foden struck twice as England came from...

'A lot of Indians might not know that we won gold in Asian Games'

Union sports minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore on Saturday said India must...

Incredible England hammer Spain to win FIFA U-17 WC

England beat Spain 5-2 to win FIFA U-17 World Cup

Yet another milestone achieved in India

FIFA U-17 WC becomes highest scoring in tournament history

U-17 WC: Brazil finish third with win over Mali

A goalkeeping howler and Yuri Alberto's opportunistic late strike were enough...

FIFA U-17 WC becomes most attended in event's history

The 17th edition of the FIFA U-17 World Cup in India today turned out to be a...

'U-17 WC a success but no commitment on U-20 bid'

World football governing body chief Gianni Infantino, on Friday, described...

Brazil-Mali bronze play-off promises stirring battle

Their bid for a fourth title halted by England in the semi-finals, Brazil...

PHOTOS: Salt Lake Stadium to welcome teams with Rangoli

Having created a buzz with their 1.5 kilometre long floor art during Durga...

India is a football country now: FIFA chief Infantino

India's chances of the hosting the Under-20 World Cup in 2019 have brightened...

India edition set to be most-attended, highest-scoring U-17 World Cup!

The total number of spectators, who turned up at the six host venues across...

India on course to topple China

India are set to get past China as the best-attended FIFA U-17 World Cup.

FIFA U-17 WC: Spain stop battling Mali to enter final

European champions Spain staved off a battling Mali to emerge 3-1 winners in...

Meet England's hat-trick hero

Rhian Brewster scored his second hat-trick in two games as England's Under-17...

U-17 World Cup: England send Brazil packing

Rhian Brewster struck a sensational hat-trick, his second in as many matches,...

Under-17 WC SF: Spain's Tiki-Taka vs Mali's all-out attack

A battle of contrasting football styles will be on view when classical Spain...

Brazil-England U-17 World Cup SF moved from Guwahati to Kolkata

The FIFA Under-17 World Cup semi-final between Brazil and England has been...

U-17 World Cup PIX: Brazil rally to down Germany; Spain trounce Iran

European champions Spain produced a quality exhibition of tiki-taka as they...

FIFA Under-17 WC: Mali advance to semis after 2-1 win over Ghana

Hadji Drame (15th minute) and Djemoussa Traore (61st) scored for Mali, while...

Attendance for Under-17 World Cup crosses 1 million mark

The last set of pre-quarterfinal matches involved Ghana against Niger and...

FIFA Under-17 WC: Brazil drub Honduras 3-0, face Germany in quarters

In the earlier match on the night, Ghana beat debutants Niger 2-0, face Mali...

Under-17 WC: England beat Japan in penalties, set up quarters with USA

Steve Cooper's team remained calm in front of a 53,000-strong crowd as...

Under-17 WC: Spain advance, to meet Iran in quarter-finals

Spain will take on Asian surprise package Iran, who knocked out fancied...

U-17 World Cup: Favourites Brazil set for another easy outing

Having won all their three group matches with ease, South American giants...

Echoes of like father, like son after Weah's Indian 'trick'

United States striker Tim Weah says his side felt like playing at home during...

FIFA U-17 WC: Weah 'tricks' as US whip Paraguay; Germany rout Colombia

Captain and star striker Jann-Fiete Arp (7th and 65th) struck twice while...

U-17 World Cup: France, England post big wins; Japan and Mexico advance

European powerhouse France rallied from a goal down to hand a 5-1 drubbing on...

Under-17 World Cup: Germany beat Guinea, reach round of 16

Jan-Fiete Arp (8th minute), Nicolas Kuehn (62nd) and Sahverdi Cetin (90+2)...

Under-17 World Cup: Captain says fatigue and inexperience cost India

The hosts crashed out of the tournament at the group stage, losing all their...

U-17 WC: Iraq eye historic knockout spot, France aim to continue run

Making their second Under-17 World Cup appearance, Iraq have been the...

How India's Under-17 World Cup campaign ended in agony

India ended their campaign in the FIFA Under-17 World Cup when they went down...

U-17 World Cup: Paraguay thrash Turkey, Mali and Colombia advance

Paraguay continued to shine and recorded their third win on the trot when...

PHOTOS U-17 World Cup: India no match for clinical Ghana

Rank outsiders India ended their maiden FIFA Under-17 World Cup campaign in a...

U-17 World Cup: Spain eye knockout berth against North Korea

European champions Spain will enter their final group match against DPR Korea...

Sports shorts: First female referee to officiate at FIFA U-17 World Cup

Esther Staubli is set to become the first female referee to officiate a match...

FIFA World Cup 2018: Who's qualified, who still can

the countries assured of places in the 32-team field for next year's World...

U-17 World Cup: Iraq beat Chile 4-0 to notch up maiden win

Chile conceded an own goal through substitute Diego Valencia in the 81st minute.

U-17 WC: England pip Mexico to seal last 16 berth; France advance too

It was a feast for the eyes as 40,620 people turned out at the Saltlake...

Expect another spirited show as India brace for Ghana challenge

Anwar Ali, at the heart of India's defence, will once again play a pivotal...

Under-17 WC: Paraguay look for 3rd straight win vs struggling Turkey

After defeating Mali 3-2 and New Zealand 4-2, the South American team, one of...

Under-17 WC: 'We are ready to fight it out against Ghana'

History-maker Jeakson Singh, who will be remembered as the one who scored...

U-17 World Cup: Iran whip Germany; Brazil in knock-outs

European powerhouse Spain bounced back from the defeat in their opening match...

2018 FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Cahill's extra-time winner keeps Australia alive

Images from the 2018 World Cup qualifiers played in Europe on Monday

Under-17 World Cup: France meet Japan in battle of equals

Both sides will be high on confidence with an aim to come out all guns blazing.

Under-17 WC: 'Loss of concentration after equaliser cost India match'

'I am very proud of these Indian players. They have shown that India can...

Under-17 WC: India's 'organised defence' impresses Columbian coach

'They defended very well and they were very organised'

Meet Jeakson Singh, India's first goal-scorer at a FIFA WC competition

'It was a nice experience and I felt on cloud nine when I scored the goal'

U-17 World Cup: Jeakson creates history but India lose to Colombia

A bright India provided hope for a brighter future but their dream ended in a...

U-17: Mali thrash Turkey, US and Paraguay advance

United States of America secured their passage into the round of 16 riding on...

U-17 WC: Knock-out berth in Brazil's view as they face North Korea

Brazil made a strong statement with a 2-1 victory over Spain in their opening...

U-17 World Cup: Germany, Iran eye knock-out berth

Both the teams have won their respective opening matches with Germany getting...

Under-17 WC: Spain seek to bounce back against Niger

Spain, who have several players from their country's top two football...

U-17 WC: Nakamura 'tricks' Japan to win; Iraq hold Mexico to a draw

Striker Keito Nakamura scored the ongoing FIFA U-17 World Cup's first...

U-17 World Cup: France and England register big wins

Fancied France kicked off their campaign on a rousing note, inflicting a 7-1...

U-17 WC: US, Ghana face off; eye knockout berth

Ghana and the United States would look to seal a knockout berth when they...

U-17 World Cup: 'India will give Colombia a run for their money'

India coach Luis Norton de Matos on Sunday said they are ready for a...

U-17 World Cup: Another acid test awaits as India face Colombia

Midfield lynchpin Suresh Singh feels India would need to improve their final...

'Team India's mind is now focussed on Colombia game'

India U-17 side midfielder Suresh Singh Wangjam, on Saturday, said they were...

U-17 World Cup: Brazil outclass Spain; Germany edge past Costa Rica

A dominant Brazil made a strong statement of their top title contender status...

U-17 WC Previews: Star-studded England face Chile, France eye winning start

A star-studded England will take on unpredictable Chile in a Group F match of...

Why India U-17 coach is 'not happy' with his team's showing

In the country's maiden appearance in any World Cup, India showed sparks in...

Here's why Indian keeper is disappointed...

Goalkeeper Moirangthem Dheeraj Singh was one of the top performers in India's...

U-17 WC PHOTOS: Ghana and Paraguay start off with wins; NZ hold Turkey

Ghana outclassed Colombia 1-0, while New Zealand held Turkey to a 1-1 draw in...

PHOTOS U-17 World Cup: India go down to US in opener

Hosts India struggled on their debut as they were outclassed 3-0 by United...

Brace for the biggest match of FIFA Under-17 World Cup

The football fans in Kochi will get a chance to witness a fascinating contest...

PM Modi graces India's opening Under-17 World Cup match

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday graced Indian football's historic...

Messi and Argentina at risk of not qualifying for 2018 FIFA World Cup

Summary of the South American World Cup qualifiers played on Thursday

We have a small percentage of winning: India coach

Rank-outsiders India may have a 'small percentage' of winning their...

Big Brother Chhetri to U-17s: Forgive us for being jealous!

In one of the most endearing messages for the India U-17 squad, senior team...

Air quality 'poor' on eve of mega FIFA event

A day before the U-17 FIFA world cup kicks off in Delhi, environment NGO...

PM Modi to attend opening day of U-17 World Cup

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be a part of the FIFA U-17 World Cup's...

FIFA Under-17: India set for challenging WC debut against USA

India qualified automatically for the event as hosts. They have prepared well...

Under-17 WC: 'Aiming to reach final', Ghana take on Colombia in opener

Two-time champions Ghana are seeking to revive their fortunes in the...

U-17 World Cup: Dark horses Mali lock horns with Paraguay

Mali are the runners-up side in the last edition of the U-17 World Cup in...

U-17 WC, New Zealand v Turkey: Tough job ahead for Kiwis

Unheralded New Zealand will have a tough job at hand when take on Turkey in...

Now, get all U-17 World Cup updates on FIFA's Hindi Twitter handle

The U-17 World Cup, the first-ever FIFA competition to be hosted by India,...

FIFA U-17 WC 'good chance for India to prove mettle'

The 2004 Olympic silver-medallist further believes that the prestigious...

FIFA U-17 WC: Post your good wishes to the Indian Team #backtheblue

India, who are also pooled along with the dangerous Ghana and Colombia in...

U-17 WC: Chile boys battling heat and humidity

Chile U-17 side is yet to come to terms with Kolkata's searing heat and...

'India have quality and determination to impress'

I M Vijayan is amazed at Indian football's leap from amateurism to...

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 Full Schedule, Venue Details, Time Table

FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 FullSchedule, Venue Details, Time Table...

ONLY two hours of smartphone usage for these teenagers

The Chile national team has restricted the usage of smart phones to two hours...

Argentina's puzzle - great players, but misfiring team

Argentina have reached three major finals in three years but the team who...

From ridiculous to sublime, Tite turns Brazil around

Little more than a year has gone by since Tite took over as coach of a Brazil...

'Dangerous' Jeakson ready to rock at U-17 World Cup

Jeakson Singh worried quite often but the midfielder shoves it away by...

Under-17 Digest: Chile keeper wants to carry forward momentum

Adjudged the best goalkeeper at the South American U-17 Championship in...

England's Sancho to play only in group stages at FIFA U-17 WC

But after English FA's intervention, the Bundesliga giants have now allowed...

India has already set U-17 World Cup record!

India, hosting its first ever FIFA tournament in the U-17 World Cup, will set...

U-17 WC Digest: Kohli wishes India players

The All India Football Federation believes that the FIFA U-17 World Cup,...

U-17 WC Digest: From Manipur to New Delhi to cheer their boys

India U-17 football team captain Amarjit Singh's confidence is set to get a...

Chak De! India inspires Chile U-17 team

From watching 'Chak De! India' to taking yoga classes and training in...

A new dawn for Indian football

It would be unfair to expect India to bedazzle crowds with eye-catching...

U-17 World Cup: 'There is a gap between India and other teams'

India's FIFA U-17 World Cup team coach Luis Norton de Matos on Saturday...

Here's why India needs to make the most of U-17 WC

India's senior team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, on Thursday, said the...

How big is India's home advantage at U-17 World Cup?

India may be the underdogs in the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup but...

Under-17 WC digest: Brazil-NZ kick-off tournament with practice match

'Our defence system starts with our first four and that's why we have a solid...

India get set for the FIFA U-17 World Cup

With exactly 10 days to go for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, Local Organising...

U-17 World Cup Digest: 'We're not afraid of facing tough opponents'

'Our plan is to put the best foot forward for the upcoming tournament and...

Can Brazil reclaim U-17 WC title?

Brazil Under-17 football team coach Carlos Amadeu wants to reclaim the FIFA...

U-17 World Cup Digest: Maradona to kick off football conclave

Argentine legend Diego Maradona will kick off a football conclave on October...

U-17 World Cup Digest: A big opportunity for youngsters, says PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the upcoming FIFA U-17 World Cup a "big...

Another superstar-in-the-making may be playing in FIFA U17 WC

From the planet's costliest player Neymar to 'tiki-taka' kings Xavi and...

Under-17 World Cup Digest: New Zealand first team to arrive

New Zealand are placed in Group B along with Turkey, Paraguay and Mali.

FIFA U-17 World Cup Trophy makes pit-stop in Kochi

Varied cultural events featuring the traditional art forms of Kerala was...

'India will fight to win every match' as squad named for FIFA U-17 WC

India have been drawn in Group A alongside USA, Colombia and Ghana. The hosts...

Amarjit named India captain for FIFA U-17 World Cup

Midfielder Amarjit Singh has been unanimously elected as the captain of...

PHOTOS: World Cup fever hits Goa

The FIFA Under-17 World Cup Trophy arrived in Goa -- the land of beaches --...

'U-17 World Cup can have a big impact on Indian football'

The upcoming FIFA Under-17 World Cup to be held in the country next month...

Watch out for this Brazilian wonderkid at U-17 World Cup!

Named in the Brazil squad for the upcoming FIFA Under-17 World Cup, wonderkid...

How Under-17 World Cup can benefit India's youngsters...

FIFA legends Carlos Valderrama and Marcel Desailly on Wednesday advised the...

FIFA U-17 World Cup: Pollution in Delhi a big worry

Environment Minister Harsh Vardhan on Tuesday instructed the states in the...

Mumbai fans get a chance to watch Valderrama, Desailly play!

The FIFA legends, including World Cup winner Frenchman Marcel Desailly,...

World Cup qualifiers: Spain show dominance, Finland, Serbia win

Two brilliant strikes from Isco and a late goal from Alvaro Morata gave Spain...

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