Football

Durand Cup Group C: Kerala, Punjab set to start new era

Group C is among the toughest groups in the tournament, featuring three Indian Super League (ISL) sides--Mumbai City FC, Kerala Blasters FC, and Punjab FC--along with the Indian Armed Forces Team--CISF Protectors, as per the Indian Super League (ISL) website.

2024-07-26T04:53:43.573533+00:00 IST

“Push forward”: Chelsea’s Ugochukwu recalls Maresca's advice

Chelsea's Lesley Ugochukwu netted a late equalizer for Chelsea in a 2-2 draw with Wrexham in Santa Clara

2024-07-25T12:25:02.124479+00:00 IST

Late equalizer secures 2-2 draw for Chelsea

Christopher Nkunku's first-half strike gave Chelsea the lead at Levi's Stadium, but a strong second-half performance from the League One team, capped by goals from Luke Bolton and Jack Marriott, threatened to upset the Blues.

2024-07-25T08:08:06.587724+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2024: Key matches to look out for

The 133rd Durand Cup is set to kick off the 2024-25 football season on July 27 in Kolkata, with defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant facing Downtown Heroes FC.

2024-07-25T07:18:57.283917+00:00 IST

Chelsea captain James outlines his plans for upcoming season

Chelsea captain Reece James outlined his plans for the upcoming season after a string of injuries kept him on the sidelines for the majority of the time last year.

2024-07-25T07:01:05.312030+00:00 IST

New-look Bengaluru FC look to start afresh in Durand Cup 2024

A brand new football season is on the horizon, with the historic Durand Cup kicking off on July 27.

2024-07-24T17:46:10.895608+00:00 IST

AIFF Executive Committee approves AIFF Disciplinary Code 2024

The All India Football Federation's Executive Committee, in its meeting held on Saturday, approved amendments to the AIFF Disciplinary Code.

2024-07-24T17:26:19.864140+00:00 IST

U17 boys busy sharpening fitness and tactics

The Indian U17 men's team camp has been ongoing for the last two weeks in Srinagar and head coach Ishfaq Ahmed believes it's been so far, so good. The Blue Colts are preparing for the upcoming SAFF U17 Championship in September and the AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers in October.

2024-07-24T10:37:34.817604+00:00 IST

East Bengal FC coach Cuadrat outlines "most important thing"

East Bengal FC head coach Carles Cuadrat underlined the significance of winning matches and being competitive as his players gear up for the 2024-25 season with the 133rd edition of the Durand Cup.

2024-07-23T17:11:38.065237+00:00 IST

Guardiola confirms Kevin De Bruyne 'not leaving' Manchester City

Amidst rumours, head coach Pep Guardiola confirmed on Tuesday that star Belgian midfielder Kevin De Bruyne will not be leaving Manchester City in the upcoming.

2024-07-23T16:32:29.445243+00:00 IST

My responsibility to find place for Mbappe

Carlo Ancelotti has confirmed that Kylian Mbappe will be seamlessly "squeezed" in at Real Madrid's lineup, addressing concerns about how the French superstar will fit into the team's formation

2024-07-23T16:22:29.453485+00:00 IST

Messi's in league of his own

Trent Alexander-Arnold, the talented Liverpool right-back, has shared his thoughts on why Lionel Messi is the ultimate football legend. He has also opened up about the best player he has ever had the pleasure of playing alongside.

2024-07-23T13:46:33.422052+00:00 IST

Messi, Suarez unavailable for MLS All-Star game

Inter Miami star duo Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are set to miss the 2024 MLS All-Star game due to injury.

2024-07-23T13:45:44.449586+00:00 IST

IKF starts trials to enhance grassroots of Indian Football

Tyger Capital has entered into a long-term collaboration with India Khelo Football (IKF). This partnership aims to enhance IKF's efforts in making talent identification and selection more accessible across India.

2024-07-23T12:43:44.951458+00:00 IST

FC Goa announces signing Sanatomba Singh Yanglem

FC Goa on Tuesday announced the addition of young full-back Sanatomba Singh Yanglem to the club's roster.

2024-07-23T09:20:56.897584+00:00 IST

Mohun Bagan Super Giant boosts attack with signing of Maclaren

Mohun Bagan Supergiant (MBSG), the reigning Indian Super League (ISL) Shield champions have pulled off a major transfer coup by securing the services of Australian football legend Jamie Maclaren.

2024-07-23T09:02:30.213264+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan, East Bengal aim to continue supremacy

The two finalists from the 2023 Durand Cup are once again pitted in the same group for the third consecutive time. Moreover, the Mariners and the Red and Gold Brigade are the two most successful teams in this tournament, with the Kolkata giants having won the title a record 33 times, with Mohun Bagan getting 17 of these titles.

2024-07-23T03:24:59.339581+00:00 IST

Stimac congratulates Marquez on becoming India head coach

Former India head coach Igor Stimac extended wishes to his successor Manolo Marquez and believes the Spaniard is "best suited" to take the Blue Tigers to the "next level."

2024-07-22T18:12:54.115515+00:00 IST