THE LEAD

By Photo Webdesk

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo made his World Cup debut in 2006 in Germany. He and Lionel Messi of Argentina are the only players to appear in six World Cups. Ronaldo's defining moments include a hat trick against Spain in 2018. He has scored at least one goal in all six World Cups in which he's appeared, something not even Messi has done. The 41-year-old Ronaldo made his final World Cup appearance on Monday, a 1-0 loss to Spain in Arlington, Texas. He ends his career with 11 World Cup goals, which is tied for ninth. His 146 goals in 233 appearances for Portugal are both records in international soccer.

| Photo: AP/Armando Franca, File : Portugals Cristiano Ronaldo smiles during the World Cup group G soccer match against North Korea in Cape Town, South Africa, June 21, 2010. Portugal won 7-0.

By Photo Webdesk

FIFA’s decision to lift the automatic suspension of U.S. forward Folarin Balogun has caused an uproar. Balogun was red-carded against Bosnia-Herzegovina last week in the round of 32 but shockingly cleared to play against Belgium on Monday in Seattle in the round of 16. The Belgian federation was making a last-ditch appeal against the rare ruling. The suspension was erased after President Donald Trump spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino, fueling debate over whether political influence played a role.

| Photo: AP/Martin Meissner : United States Folarin Balogun (20) puts his foot down on Bosnias Tarik Muharemovic (4) for which he received a red card during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., near San Francisco, Wednesday, July 1, 2026.

NEWS

MAGAZINE

Mission Two-Thirds - 20 July 2026 Issue

Mission Two-Thirds - 20 July 2026 Issue

In order to make critical legislative changes that leave a lasting political imprint, BJP needs to secure 2/3rd majority in Parliament. Support from its allies is not enough. Recent splits in political parties may help BJP reach the magic number

Mission Two-Thirds - 20 July 2026 Issue
Subscribe
The Great Nicobar Debate - 06 July 2026 Issue

The Great Nicobar Debate - 06 July 2026 Issue

Supporters of the Great Nicobar Project argue that the project is essential if India is to emerge as a major maritime power and secure its southernmost tip. Critics counter that the environmental costs could be irreversible, threatening fragile ecosystems, endangered wildlife and indigenous communities and would lead to large-scale deforestation and coastal alteration.

The Great Nicobar Debate - 06 July 2026 Issue
Subscribe
Slow Death of IT Sector Jobs - 22 June 2026 Issue

Slow Death of IT Sector Jobs - 22 June 2026 Issue

The IT sector has long been the engine of India’s middle-class aspiration and white-collar employment. As AI eats into jobs in the sector, India faces a massive socio-economic challenge

Slow Death of IT Sector Jobs - 22 June 2026 Issue
Subscribe
The Teen Tornado - 08 June 2026 Issue

The Teen Tornado - 08 June 2026 Issue

A nuanced examination of India’s expanding cricket-academy ecosystem, where childhood ambition is increasingly shaped by institutional discipline, parental expectation, and the economics of aspiration. Set against the parallel pressures of academic competition, the story interrogates how sporting excellence, identity formation, and personal sacrifice are being negotiated by a generation coming of age in a culture obsessed with performance and success.

The Teen Tornado - 08 June 2026 Issue
Subscribe
Bulldozed - 25 May 2026 Issue

Bulldozed - 25 May 2026 Issue

Can India maintain democratic diversity while voters increasingly reward strong, centralised governance—or is the country moving toward a model where development becomes the justification for political concentration?

Bulldozed - 25 May 2026 Issue
Subscribe

Magazines will be delivered at your doorstep through Magazine Post SUBSCRIBE NOW

SPORTS

More from Sports

Jasmine Paolini vs Alexandra Eala Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Italian Outlasts Eala To Reach 1st Wimbledon QF Since 2024

Jasmine Paolini vs Alexandra Eala Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Follow the highlights and play-by-play updates of the round of 16 clash between Italy's Paolini and Philippines Eala at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London

Dimitrov Vs Fery Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Brit Stuns Former World No. 3 To Reach Maiden Quarterfinal

Grigor Dimitrov Vs Arthur Fery Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Follow the highlights and play-by-play updates of the Round of 16 clash between Bulgaria's Dimitrov and Britain's Arthur Fery at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London.

Portugal Vs Spain Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Merino Late Goal Sends La Roja Through Against Dire POR In Dallas

Portugal Vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026: Mikel Merino scored seconds into second-half stoppage time, and Spain beat Portugal 1-0 on Monday to end the World Cup career of superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. Check the play-by-play updates from POR vs ESP, FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match, at Dallas Stadium, as it happened

Alexander Zverev Vs Jiří Lehečka Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: German Leads Two Sets Before Curfew Suspends Play

Alexander Zverev Vs Jiří Lehečka Highlights, Wimbledon 2026: Follow the highlights and play-by-play updates of the Round of 16 clash between Germany's Zverev and Czech Republic's Jiří Lehečka at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, London.

Portugal Vs Spain LIVE Streaming, FIFA World Cup 2026: Preview, Predicted XIs, H2H, When, Where To Watch

Portugal Vs Spain, FIFA World Cup 2026: Here's the live streaming, head-to-head record, match timings, expected starting XIs, and other key details for the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 clash between Portugal and Spain, to be played on Tuesday, July 7, at the Dallas Stadium

Brazil 1-2 Norway Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Haaland's Sensational Brace, Neyland's Heroics Lead Vikings To QF

Brazil Vs Norway Highlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Erling Haaland's brace drives Norway to historic quarter-final following 2-1 win over Brazil. Check real-time updates of BRA vs NOR match in FIFA World Cup Round of 16 clash at the New York New Jersey Stadium as it happened

TRAVELLER

LUXE

Pitbull ‘I’m Back’ India Tour: Check Out Dates, Venues, Tickets

Pitbull ‘I’m Back’ India Tour: Check Out Dates, Venues, Tickets

By Team Outlook Luxe

GRAMMY Award-winning artiste Pitbull is coming to Delhi-NCR and Hyderabad this December. He is amongst a lineup of global acts coming to India from 2025 to 2026 including Travis Scott, Ed Sheeran, Enrique Iglesias, and Guns N' Roses pushing India’s concert culture

How Scandinavian Design Transformed Modern Architecture: Key Influences and Iconic Structures

By Aaron Jacob

Scandinavian design in architecture emerged from the Nordic countries — Denmark, Sweden, Norway, Finland and Iceland — during the early to mid-20th century as a quiet revolution against excessive ornamentation and industrial rigidity. Influenced by the region’s landscape, light and climate, the movement sought to create spaces that were functional, honest and emotionally warm, reflecting […]

How Scandinavian Design Transformed Modern Architecture: Key Influences and Iconic Structures
Shaam-e-Ghazal: Sabhyata Foundation And Serendipity Arts’ Ode To Heritage, Music, And Memory

Shaam-e-Ghazal: Sabhyata Foundation And Serendipity Arts’ Ode To Heritage, Music, And Memory

By Priyanka Bansal

The sound of music and poetry filled the air surrounding Safdarjung Tomb under Delhi’s moonlit sky as Sabhyata Foundation and Serendipity Arts collaborated to create Shaam-e-Ghazal. A night that brought together the timeless beauty of ghazals and the grandeur of one of Delhi’s most cherished monuments, creating a night that resonated with history, melody, and […]

Latest Sports News

Trending Stories

Latest Stories