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Scaloni wants 'never-say-die' legacy for Argentina

Scaloni wants 'never-say-die' legacy for Argentina

Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gave up" as he prepares them to face Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

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New Zealand, India form 'strategic partnership'

New Zealand, India form 'strategic partnership'

New Zealand and India announced Saturday a "strategic partnership" including in defence and security during a landmark visit by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to build on burgeoning trade ties.

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Scaloni wants Argentina's legacy to be 'never say die'

Scaloni wants Argentina's legacy to be 'never say die'

Lionel Scaloni said he wants his Argentina team to be remembered as a side that "never gives up" as he prepares them to face Switzerland in the World Cup quarter-finals on Saturday.

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Courtois 'proud' as sun sets on Belgium's 'Golden Generation'

Courtois 'proud' as sun sets on Belgium's 'Golden Generation'

Thibaut Courtois said he was proud of Belgium's fabled "Golden Generation" on Friday as their final shot at winning a major title ended in a World Cup quarter-final defeat to Spain.

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Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium

Spain into World Cup semi-final with France after late strike against Belgium

Spain struck late to beat Belgium 2-1 on Friday and move onto a blockbuster World Cup semi-final against France after a game decided by a goalkeeping error from Senne Lammens.

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Economic uncertainty looms over Venezuela quake zone

Economic uncertainty looms over Venezuela quake zone

Economic woes have joined the long list of worries facing Venezuelans living in the coastal region that suffered unthinkable damage during twin tremors a fortnight ago.

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Boeing unveils new 737 MAX production line as aviation giant charts comeback

Boeing unveils new 737 MAX production line as aviation giant charts comeback

Boeing marked another step in a marathon comeback Friday when it celebrated expanded production of the 737 MAX, now an aircraft in heavy demand after earlier disasters tarnished the company's reputation.

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'Beast' Haaland a different player to me, says Kane

'Beast' Haaland a different player to me, says Kane

England captain Harry Kane labelled Erling Haaland "a machine" but said he and Norway's "beast" of a number nine are completely different players as they prepare to face off in Saturday's World Cup quarter-final.

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Wemby inks Spurs extension, tells fans 'I'm here to stay'

Wemby inks Spurs extension, tells fans 'I'm here to stay'

Victor Wembanyama signed a long-term contract extension with the NBA San Antonio Spurs on Friday after telling supporters: "I'm here to stay. Whatever it takes."

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My goals don't matter if we win World Cup, says Yamal

My goals don't matter if we win World Cup, says Yamal

Lamine Yamal said if Spain wins the World Cup nobody will care about his failure to score, after the teen superstar was again absent from the scoresheet in his side's 2-1 quarter-final win over Belgium on Friday.

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