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Lionel Messi's team has written to Kolkata police alleging that former minister Aroop Biswas caused security breaches during a December 2025 event. Organiser Satadru Dutta, who was initially arrested, claims he was scapegoated. Police have summoned Biswas, who has sought court protection.
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Lionel Messi scored a hat-trick as Argentina beat Algeria 3-0 in the World Cup. The 38-year-old moved level with Miroslav Klose as the tournament's all-time top scorer.
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Portugal began their World Cup campaign with a 1-1 draw against Congo, with Cristiano Ronaldo failing to score despite two off-target shots. In contrast, England captain Harry Kane netted twice—including a retaken penalty—in a 4-2 win over Croatia, equalling Gary Lineker's England record of 10 World Cup goals.
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Uzbekistan makes its FIFA World Cup debut against Colombia in Group K on June 17, 2026, in Mexico. Colombia, with stars like Luis Díaz and James Rodríguez, faces a debuting Uzbekistan side led by Abdukodir Khusanov and Eldor Shomurodov.
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Portugal's World Cup opener ended in a 1-1 draw against Congo, with captain Cristiano Ronaldo enduring a quiet outing. Thierry Henry analysed a key moment where Ronaldo's decision to shoot instead of passing highlighted a need for greater team-oriented play. Ronaldo acknowledged the disappointing start but promised to focus on upcoming matches.
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At 37, Lionel Messi continues to excel by relying on vision and intelligence rather than raw speed, as demonstrated in his recent triumphs with Argentina and Inter Miami. His adaptability and deep understanding of the game distinguish him from younger stars, underscoring her remarkable longevity.
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Cristiano Ronaldo's goalless performance against Congo in Portugal's World Cup opener has led to discussions about his role at age 41. Despite his fitness, he managed only two off-target shots and minimal passes, raising tactical concerns for the team. The tournament provides him a chance to bounce back.
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England won their World Cup opener 4-2 against Croatia, led by two goals from captain Harry Kane. After a back-and-forth first half ended 2-2, second-half strikes from Jude Bellingham and Marcus Rashford secured the victory under new manager Thomas Tuchel's faster playing style.
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Lionel Messi’s chief adviser has alleged in an email that former West Bengal sports minister Aroop Biswas breached security protocol during Messi’s 2022 visit to the Salt Lake Stadium, leading to the footballer’s early exit. Kolkata police denied having such a report, while the Bidhannagar police commissioner did not respond to queries.
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Vaibhav Sooryavanshi's aggressive starts in the India A series in Sri Lanka have not translated into big scores, as he has been dismissed early in each of his four innings. The 15-year-old's struggles against short-pitched bowling and tendency to attack in the 50-over format highlight a gap that needs attention as he aims for higher honours.
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India secured a comprehensive 95-run victory over the Netherlands in the Women's T20 World Cup, powered by Smriti Mandhana's 74 and Shafali Verma's 55. Shree Charani took four wickets as India defended 209, registering their second win of the tournament alongside key performances from Richa Ghosh and Deepti Sharma.
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India defeated the Netherlands by 95 runs in the Women’s T20 World Cup, thanks to a 115-run opening partnership between Smriti Mandhana (74) and Shafali Verma (55) and a four-wicket haul by Shree Charani. Debutant Nandni Sharma also impressed with two wickets. The match saw an injury to India’s Shreyanka Patil, who was stretchered off.
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England and Croatia face off in a crucial Group L match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 at the Dallas Stadium. Harry Kane leads England after a career-best season, while veteran Luka Modrić captains Croatia. The outcome could shape the group stage.
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Fans in New York's Times Square created an impromptu watch party for an Argentina-Algeria football match, united by their admiration for Lionel Messi. The crowd's emotions swung with Messi's performance, as they celebrated his goal and endured an offside call. Local businesses and a unique spectator job further highlighted the global passion for the game.
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India bat first against Netherlands in the Women’s T20 World Cup after the latter won the toss and elected to field in Leeds. Smriti Mandhana’s form and Deepti Sharma’s five-wicket haul in the previous match against Pakistan boost India’s morale. Heather Siegers, a Netherlands player who works at Tata Steel, highlights the amateur spirit in the tournament.
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Alireza Faghani, an Iranian-born referee now representing Australia, officiated at the 2026 World Cup, his fourth consecutive tournament. His switch followed reported backlash in Iran over his support for the Mahsa Amini protests and a handshake with Donald Trump. Despite being disowned by Iranian football authorities, he remains a beloved figure for many Iranians.
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Shubman Gill scored his maiden ODI century as India captain in the second match against Afghanistan in Lucknow, anchoring the innings with a 77-ball hundred laced with 12 fours and two sixes after moving to the number three slot.
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Legendary former cricketer and selector Chandu Borde has praised teenage batting prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, comparing his reflexes and temperament to a young Sachin Tendulkar. Borde urged selectors to provide the youngster with opportunities in senior cricket to further develop his game.
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