Football

A World Cup handshake dispute has descended into an ugly war of words, with Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla hurling abuse at Kylian Mbappé as racism allegations and legal threats intensify.

The outrage over Argentina's victory says less about refereeing and more about how football has become a battleground for political and ideological conflicts far beyond the game itself.

Altitude in Mexico, punishing heat in American venues, jet lag, fatigue and the Trionda ball’s altered flight could make sports science as decisive as tactics in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

From the iconic Telstar to the AI-enabled Trionda, the FIFA World Cup ball has evolved from a simple leather sphere into a cutting-edge blend of engineering, aerodynamics, culture, and technology that continues to shape the beautiful game.

While Brazil’s Christian symbolism is seen as culture and national identity in sport, Hindu symbolism at the IPL faces secular outrage, raising questions over selective scrutiny of faith in public events.

Three football icons, one final stage: Ronaldo, Messi and Neymar head toward the 2026 World Cup carrying legacies, expectations and the emotion of a generation witnessing the end of an era.

Two people died and hundreds have been arrested in France as celebrations over surprise victory of Paris Saint-Germain at the UEFA Champions League final turned violent last night.