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Four years ago, Lionel Messi shared a simple Instagram post after guiding Argentina into the FIFA World Cup final. Days later, he lifted the one trophy that had eluded him throughout his legendary career.
Nineteen years ago, Messi gently held a baby in a plastic bathtub during a charity photoshoot. Neither he nor anyone else could have imagined that one day the same child would stand across from him in the biggest match in football.
Sports fans in India will have a difficult choice to make on Sunday morning. At 6:30 am IST, two of the biggest names in world sport will command attention at the same time.
The Norway striker, who has fired his country into the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals with seven goals in four matches, took time away from football to comfort the family of a six-year-old fan who was tragically killed in a traffic accident.
One is a physical phenomenon who bulldozes defenders with frightening ease. The other is a blur of pace, skill and elegance capable of deciding matches in seconds. Both are tearing apart the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Conor McGregor ensured his long-awaited UFC return grabbed headlines even before fight night after a chaotic face-off with Max Holloway descended into drama at the UFC 329 pre-fight press conference in Las Vegas on Friday.
Speaking after Brazil's shock FIFA World Cup exit to Norway, Brazillian Winger Vinicius addressed the controversy for the first time.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has saved one of its most extraordinary buildups for the knockout stage. England and Mexico are set to battle for a place in the quarterfinals, but the talking points have stretched far beyond tactics and team news.
In a recent interview, Spain sensation Yamal named the Portugal full-back as the toughest opponent he has faced in his career so far, adding another layer of intrigue to a blockbuster knockout encounter.
There were goals, drama and Lionel Messi magic. But one of the most unforgettable moments from Argentina's pulsating 3-2 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 victory over Cape Verde happened away from the cameras.
Raunaq Lekhi is a Sub Editor at NDTV with over two years of experience covering breaking news, major Indian and international developments, and stories that shape the global conversation. He is passionate about delivering fast, accurate, and engaging journalism across a wide range of subjects. A keen follower of football and UFC, Raunaq particularly enjoys writing about the biggest sporting moments, athletes, and events. He also has a strong interest in covering human-animal conflict and wildlife-related stories that highlight the intersection of people, conservation, and the natural world. Outside the newsroom, he is an avid sports and travel enthusiast who is always eager to explore new destinations and uncover compelling stories.