Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Actress Karisma Kapoor seems to have been impressed by global pop sensation Shakira’s performance at the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final on Sunday night.She was seen showering praise on the Colombian singer through a post on her social media account.Taking to her social media account, Karisma reshared a clip from Shakira’s performance and wrote, “Uff too good,” followed by a heart-eyes emoticons. She also added, “Lolo Loves,” along with clapping emoticons.For the uninitiated, Sh…
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Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Actor Aadar Jain, cousin of Bollywood stars Ranbir Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor Khan, celebrated Spain’s FIFA World Cup 2026 triumph with a post after witnessing the final in New York. Calling it a clash between “legend versus prodigy.” Aadar, who is the son of Reena Jain, hailed Spain’s victory, reflected on watching the match surrounded by Argentina supporters, and declared that despite Spain lifting the trophy, Cristiano Ronaldo remains his “GOAT.”He wrote: “WHAT. A. WOR…
New York, July 20 (IANS) Spain centre-back Pau Cubarsi has won the FIFA Young Player Award for his outstanding performances during the FIFA World Cup 2026. Cubarsi started all eight matches for La Roja, as they soared to a second world crown with a 1-0 extra-time triumph over Argentina in the final on Sunday at New York New Jersey Stadium.Cubarsi never put a foot wrong as he helped Spain register seven clean sheets during the tournament, forging a fabulous partnership alongside Aymeric Laporte a…
Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Amitabh Bachchan has reacted to Argentine great Lionel Messi’s defeat in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, sharing a heartfelt note after Spain lifted the trophy. Substitute Ferran Torres turned out to be Spain’s hero as he scored the decisive goal in extra time as La Roja edged defending champions Argentina 1-0 to lift the FIFA World Cup 2026 title at the New York New Jersey Stadium.Taking to his blog, the octogenarian wrote that “the day comes for every champion,” as he s…
Mumbai, July 20 (IANS) Spanish superstar Antonio Banderas joined the celebrations after Spain clinched the FIFA World Cup 2026 title, praising the national football team for their remarkable campaign. Banderas took to X, formerly called Twitter, to congratulate the newly crowned world champions and said he was proud of the team’s achievements and their sportsmanship.He wrote as the caption: “Great match from our national football team, great tournament, great victory. Proud of them, for what t…
New York, July 20 (IANS) Substitute Ferran Torres emerged as Spain’s hero, scoring the decisive goal in extra time as La Roja edged defending champions Argentina 1-0 to lift the FIFA World Cup 2026 title at the New York New Jersey Stadium.After a tense and fiercely contested 90 minutes ended goalless, Torres finally broke the deadlock in the 106th minute. The forward latched onto Nico Williams’ headed knockdown before unleashing a powerful left-footed strike beyond Argentina goalkeeper Emili…
New York, July 19 (IANS) The 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Argentina and Spain at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey got off to a spectacular start on Sunday as IShowSpeed, Post Malone and a host of global music stars headlined a star-studded closing ceremony before the biggest match in world football.The ceremony took place before the kick-off at the venue officially known by FIFA as the New York New Jersey Stadium. It wrapped up the month-long tournament with a celebration of music, culture, an…
Imphal/Aizawl, July 19 (IANS) The governments of Manipur and Mizoram have declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday to enable students to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final, reflecting the immense popularity of football in the two Northeastern states, officials said on Sunday. Spain will take on Argentina in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final at the New York–New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium) in East Rutherford, the United States, on Sunday night (local time). The match will be t…
Shillong, July 19 (IANS) Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma on Sunday announced that all schools and colleges across the state will remain closed on Monday to allow students to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 final without worrying about attending classes the following morning. In a video message posted on social media, Sangma said the state government had decided to declare a holiday for all educational institutions in recognition of Meghalaya’s deep-rooted passion for football.“The go…
Mumbai, July 19 (IANS) As football fever grips the maximum city, the Maharashtra government has allowed eateries, restaurants, and hotels across the state, including Mumbai, to remain open until 4 AM. The move comes on the back of the formal request put in by the National Restaurant Association of India (NRAI), which sought extended operating hours for restaurants, bars, and hotels till the wee hours of July 20 morning, to facilitate fans assembling there for watching the LIVE telecast of the FI…