The sense of triumph rose even to Japan's normally staid political heights, with PM Fumio Kishida terming the win 'historic' & calling Japan coach Hajime Moriyasu to offer congratulations.
Although Saudi Arabia couldn't cement a place in the top 16 after their loss to Mexico in the final group stage match, fans showed their appreciation for the team.
While beer is available at designated World Cup fan zones and in some hotels, the hassle and cost of alcohol have proven to be too much for supporters – some of whom feel the experience is more 'peaceful.'
Stephanie Frappart will be the main referee, reaching another milestone after being the first female to officiate at a men's World Cup qualifier and Champions League match.
A protester wearing a T-shirt with 'Save Ukraine' written on the front & 'Respect For Iranian Women' at the back ran onto the pitch during Portugal-Uruguay game, while holding a rainbow flag.
The 29-year-old, who scored on his debut against Oman, has now become a household name. Fuellkrug earned his team's first point after they suffered a shocking defeat by Japan.
Coach Hansi Flick played his masterstroke by throwing on a real number nine, a target man in the most German of attacking moulds, leading to Niclas Fuellkrug scoring a late equaliser.
A now-deleted graphic, posted on US Soccer's social media pages, displayed the Iranian flag only bearing its green, white and red colours, to show solidarity with protesters in Iran.
The riots occurred in several places across the Belgian capital where soccer fans, some draped in Moroccan flags, clashed with riot police. A few vehicles were also set on fire.
Brazil duo Neymar and Danilo will miss their country's remaining two World Cup group games after sustaining injuries in Thursday's 2-0 win over Serbia according to sources.
Even as India, Pakistan have seemed on the edge of war, their intelligence services have often sought to find space to de-escalate tensions and reduce risks for the two countries.
Speaking at 2nd Investor Connect, CM Vishnu Deo Sai says 'we have been able to attract a lot of investors.' The focus of the event was the steel sector.
Not only did S-400 record its longest hit during India-Pakistan 88-hour conflict, ability of the system to shoot and scoot in a short time, which allows it to evade enemy fire, was also proved.
It is a brilliant, reasonably priced, and mostly homemade aircraft with a stellar safety record; only two crashes in 24 years since its first flight. But its crash is a moment of introspection.
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