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The Cristiano Ronaldo goal that wasn’t: How technology came to settle debate on Bruno Fernandes strikeSubscriber Only
November 30, 2022 13:01 IST
Cristiano Ronaldo thought he headed the ball into the back of the net for Portugal's first goal against Uruguay. The goal was awarded to Bruno Fernandes, who crossed the ball into the middle, and it was later confirmed by Fifa and Adidas that there was no touch from Ronaldo.
What is stoppage time in football? Why are World Cup games in Qatar longer than usual?Subscriber Only
November 28, 2022 11:05 IST
The average effective playing time in the 2018 World Cup in Russia was between 52 and 58 minutes and Fifa wanted to increase it this World Cup. Double-digit stoppage times are the means to achieve that.
Qatar becomes earliest host to exit FIFA world cup in 92 years: How other home countries have performedSubscriber Only
November 27, 2022 14:15 IST
We look at how host nations have performed in FIFA World Cups and whether being hosts provides an advantage or a disadvantage in the tournament.
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in a record five World Cups. These are the greats he went pastSubscriber Only
November 25, 2022 16:58 IST
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored in five World Cups, a remarkable testimony to his sustained excellence. Here are the players he went past with his historic goal against Ghana.
Asia: The sleeping continent of global football—with just one dream run so farSubscriber Only
November 25, 2022 18:13 IST
As Asian teams continue to do well in Qatar, we look back at the performance of Asian teams in the FIFA World Cup, and the challenges they have faced over the years.
What is offside in football, and what is the controversial technology implemented for it in 2022 Fifa World Cup?Subscriber Only
December 18, 2022 21:01 IST
The offside rule is arguably the least understood aspect of football that plays a defining part in shaping the game as we know it. Essentially, it is to prevent attacking players from perpetually camping in front of the opponent’s goal.
Telstar, Azteca, Jabulani, Al Rihla: A short history of Fifa World Cup ballsSubscriber Only
November 23, 2022 15:17 IST
Ball technology has undergone massive changes over the years. The match ball for the Qatar World Cup is the ‘fastest ever’, and has a sensor inside it to help decide off-side calls.
Christian Eriksen had a cardiac arrest in 2021 and almost died. He’s back on the pitch in Qatar. How did that happen?Subscriber Only
November 23, 2022 13:35 IST
The Danish midfielder 'was gone' for a few minutes. A cardiac arrest is rare among elite athletes, but not unheard of. Here are some others who went through something similar — some were not as lucky as Christian Eriksen. How did Eriksen return?
Saudi dump Messi’s Argentina: 4 other big first-match upsets in World Cup historySubscriber Only
November 23, 2022 09:13 IST
Before Messi, other greats like Maradona, Zidane, and Raul have been on the losing side in their teams' first match on football's greatest stage.
England takes the knee at FIFA, Iran refuses to sing national anthem: When sports and protests come togetherSubscriber Only
November 22, 2022 14:12 IST
The ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar is just the latest in a long line of sporting events that have witnessed protests and politics. Here are a few examples.
Why Iran’s football team stayed silent during national anthem at FIFA World CupSubscriber Only
November 22, 2022 14:01 IST
While the match ended in a 6-2 victory for England, the Iran team’s message was received loud and clear. Videos from the stands showed several Iranian fans booing during the national anthem. Chants of ‘Say her name, Mahsa Amini,’ reverberated outside the stadium.
FAQ: How the 2022 FIFA World Cup worksSubscriber Only
November 19, 2022 13:26 IST
FIFA World Cup 2022: There are plenty of questions about how things will unfold as football moves center stage over the month in Qatar. Here’s a primer.
On unusual desert stage, a World Cup like no otherSubscriber Only
November 19, 2022 18:46 IST
Qatar 2022 will be the last show of many legends — and hopefully see the rise of new stars. As always, expect surprises
Equal pay for men and women cricketers: How BCCI’s policy compares with other countries, sportsSubscriber Only
October 29, 2022 07:44 IST
Jay Shah, the Honorary Secretary of BCCI, said women cricketers will be paid the same match fee as the men: Test matches at Rs 15 lakhs, ODI matches at Rs 6 lakhs and T20I at Rs 3 lakhs.
Why is it raining so much in Australia, and how has it affected tournament favourites at World T20?Subscriber Only
October 27, 2022 07:18 IST
World T20, Melbourne rains: England and South Africa were among the favourites but both teams have to catch up now.
T20 World Cup: Could playing Steve Smith have helped Australia?Subscriber Only
October 23, 2022 06:15 IST
As the Kiwis defeated Australia by 89 runs to register their first-ever win on Australian soil since 2011, social media was abuzz, debating the wisdom of dropping 'Mr Fix-it' Smith.
Qatar football World Cup: For many migrant workers, glitter on contract, grime on the groundSubscriber Only
October 20, 2022 06:30 IST
Indian workers who have returned from Qatar, and the families of those who have died there while working for companies linked to the FIFA World Cup, say their contracts are silent on insurance and compensation in case of death or accident.
Why American football league NFL has changed its ‘concussion protocol’Subscriber Only
October 10, 2022 21:10 IST
The NFL said it wanted to “improve safety protocols” after player Tua Tagovailoa was allowed to play a game on September 25, despite getting hurt during the match.
Why Denmark will sport ‘muted’, black jerseys at 2022 FIFA World Cup in QatarSubscriber Only
October 8, 2022 10:46 IST
The Danish Football Association (DBU) wants to minimise activity in Qatar as part of protests against the country's human rights record – in sharp focus with the mega sporting event due to begin in late November.
How Magnus Carlsen would need to cheat just once in a game of chess to be invincibleSubscriber Only
October 8, 2022 19:33 IST
While revealing Hans Niemann cheated much more than he publicly admitted, a new report by chess.com explains the methods of modern-day chess cheating.
Report details ‘systemic’ abuse, sexual misconduct in US women’s soccer: 6 takeawaysSubscriber Only
October 4, 2022 11:17 IST
The report focuses on three coaches — Christy Holly, Paul Riley and Rory Dames — highlighting a history of sexual misconduct allegations against them and executives' failure to investigate and act on the accusations. It also warned that girls face abuse in youth soccer.
What led to the football tragedy in Indonesia, killing 174 peopleSubscriber Only
October 3, 2022 12:30 IST
What happened at the stadium in Malang, East Java, which led to such a high number of casualties? What have been some other stadium tragedies, in India and the world?
Why do fast bowlers suffer frequent stress fractures these days?Subscriber Only
October 1, 2022 07:26 IST
India fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah remains doubtful for the T20 World Cup in Australia next month due to a back injury. What are the reasons for stress fracture and does Bumrah's action make him more susceptible to it? We explain
Is it easy to cheat at chess? Apparently yes. Here’s howSubscriber Only
September 28, 2022 13:08 IST
Did Hans Neimann cheat against Magnus Carlsen? It's one of several questions that chess is facing these days.
Mankading: The manner in which Deepti Sharma ran out the last English batter, giving India victory in Jhulan’s final gameSubscriber Only
September 26, 2022 19:03 IST
The term 'Mankading' comes from the name of the legendary former Indian cricketer Vinoo Mankad.
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