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FIFA to investigate several Argentina players for scuffle after loss in final to Spain

By The Hindu Sportstar · 15m ago · 1 min read

FIFA is set to look into the matter, involving Argentine full-back Nahuel Molina, midfielder Leandro Paredes and Argentina’s assistant Fabian Ayala.

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Who will host FIFA World Cup 2030?

By Khel Now · 20m ago · 1 min read

The FIFA World Cup 2030 is going to be held in six countries across three continents, marking the most geographically ambitious event…

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UTT 2026: Dabang Delhi keeps semifinal hopes alive after beating Ahmedabad Pipers

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

With Dempo Goa Challengers, U Mumba TT and HVR Kolkata Thunder Blades having already secured the first three semifinal berths, both Delhi…

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CWG 2026: Full list of Glasgow venues hosting 11 sports

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

Discover the Glasgow venues for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, featuring 11 sports across four key locations.

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Messi: World Cup final wound will take time to heal

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

Messi top-scored with eight goals and four assists to lead Argentina to another World Cup final, but came up short against Spain.

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FIFA World Cup 2030 to have 64 teams, says CONMEBOL president Dominguez

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

The next edition of the FIFA World Cup will be played across six countries, with Portugal, Spain and Morocco being the primary…

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AICF disburses Rs 42.3 lakh in quarterly stipends to 42 promising young players

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

The federation said the stipend programme is designed to ensure that talented youngsters are not forced to abandon the sport because of…

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FIFA World Cup 2026 best goals — Top strikes of the tournament after Spain beats Argentina in final

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

Take a look at Sportstar’s picks for the top goals of the FIFA World Cup 2026 followin Spain’s triumph.

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Indian sports wrap, July 20: Richa named in Bengal team for 2026-27 season

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

Here are India’s major updates, scores, and results from the world of sports on Monday, July 20.

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Who was the fastest player at FIFA World Cup 2026?

By The Hindu Sportstar · 1h ago · 1 min read

Despite the sweltering conditions in North America, several of the world’s fastest players managed to clock formidable speeds at FIFA World Cup…

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