New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia has backed the continued use of VAR in football but suggested that offside decisions should be judged primarily by the position of a player’s feet rather than other body parts.Bhutia’s remarks come after one of the most debated incidents of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32, when Croatia’s dramatic late equaliser against Portugal was disallowed following a VAR review.Croatia believed they had levelled the match in the 103rd m…
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New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia believes Portugal will have to significantly raise their level if they are to overcome neighbours Spain in a blockbuster Round of 16 clash in the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Tuesday, warning that another disjointed display could bring an end to Cristiano Ronaldo’s illustrious World Cup career.Portugal booked their place in the Round of 16 after edging Croatia 2-1 in a dramatic contest, while Spain sealed a convincing 3-1 victory over Aust…
New Delhi, July 3 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia believes Indian football remains some distance away from qualifying for the FIFA World Cup despite Asia receiving an unprecedented eight direct qualification spots due to the expanded tournament, saying the national team still has plenty of ground to cover to match the continent’s leading nations.Speaking on the progress of Asian football during the ongoing FIFA World Cup, Bhutia said the expansion of Asian qualification berths is a …
New Delhi, July 2 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia believes Portugal remain genuine contenders for the FIFA World Cup 2026 title despite an inconsistent group-stage campaign and backed Roberto Martinez’s side to overcome Croatia in their blockbuster Round of 32 clash. Portugal and Croatia will meet in Toronto in a heavyweight knockout fixture that could mark the final FIFA World Cup appearance for two of football’s greatest modern icons, Cristiano Ronaldo and Luka Modric. Both ar…
New Delhi, June 26 (IANS) German football icon and Golden Ball winner Oliver Kahn believes that the FIFA World Cup is a tournament that brings out extraordinary talent and emotions from all around the World.According to the former Bayern Munich goalkeeper, despite the club competitions getting a lot of value, the FIFA World Cup remains the ultimate prize.“The FIFA World Cup is the ultimate stage in football—a tournament that inspires millions and creates moments that become part of sporting …
Mumbai, June 19 (IANS) Former India captain and football legend Bhaichung Bhutia has shared his views ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group C clash between Morocco and Scotland and opined that attacking midfielder Brahim Diaz could make the difference for Morocco. Morocco, who finished fourth at Qatar 2022, went blow-for-blow in an entertaining draw with Brazil in their opener.Speaking about the player to watch, Bhaichung highlighted Morocco’s attacking threat from the right side, backing Dia…
Raipur, April 3 (IANS) Six-time World Championship medallist Mary Kom and former India football captain Bhaichung Bhutia underlined the importance of grassroots investment and structured development pathways while addressing reporters at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in Raipur on Friday.For creating future champions, both the legendary sportspersons maintained that Indian families need to discourage children from indulging in more screen time and rather send them to playgrounds to experience…
Thiruvananthapuram, March 14 (IANS) With the Assembly elections round the corner, two legendary names from Kerala’s footballing circles, I.M. Vijayan and U. Sharaf Ali had been doing the rounds in political corridors, triggering speculation about whether the sporting icons would step onto a new field of play.However, on Saturday I.M. Vijayan put an end to the speculation, making it clear that he is not interested in contesting the polls.The development has now turned the spotlight squarely on …