Football

Ivan Toney keen to repay struggling Brentford

England forward Ivan Toney wants to repay Brentford by pulling them out of the relegation battle as the Premier League enters the second half of the season.

2024-01-08T07:58:08.246515+00:00 IST

Bringing in a striker “doesn't look realistic”: Arsenal coach

Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta admitted that the possibility of bringing in a striker isn't looking realistic at the moment.

2024-01-08T05:11:32.712378+00:00 IST

"Its like a mini World Cup": Winger Nikhil excited for Asian Cup

In the tournament, India have been drawn in Group B of the AFC Asian Cup, where they will face the likes of Australia (January 13), Uzbekistan (January 18), and Syria (January 23), as per an All India Football Federation (AIFF). While the group looks relatively tough, Poojary and the boys are not deterred.

2024-01-07T02:57:11.252007+00:00 IST

AIFF evaluates possibility of implementing AVRS in India

"The President's recommendation aims to consider the extension of the existing technical infrastructure to accommodate an 'on-demand' video review request from the referees through a multi-angle, multi-camera broadcast feed," AIFF said in an official statement.

2024-01-06T07:04:08.660095+00:00 IST

Ramos blasts fan during interview after Sevilla’s loss to Bilbao

Sevilla defender, Sergio Ramos lashed out on a fan during his post-match interview after his team lost 0-2 to Athletic Bilbao in the Matchweek 19.

2024-01-05T13:15:01.889448+00:00 IST

Arsenal set to break 157-year-old tradition in Liverpool clash

Arsenal will break their 157-year-old tradition by donning an all-white jersey instead of wearing their traditional red colour in their home game during their FA Cup clash against Liverpool.

2024-01-05T12:08:35.771674+00:00 IST

"I always say to aim for bigger prize": Sandesh Jhingan

Jhingan, who is going to play in the AFC Asian Cup for the second time in his career, is aiming for nothing but the biggest prize, the trophy. He urges all his players to leave no stone unturned with their preparations ahead of their vital international campaign, but he wants to stay focused on chasing their dreams and keep believing in their abilities.

2024-01-05T03:05:21.658210+00:00 IST

Three wise men dream of displaying right intent in Doha

India are all set to participate in the AFC Asian Cup for the fifth time in history, once the ball gets rolling in Doha, Qatar, on January 13, the previous editions being in 1964, 1984, 2011, and 2019

2024-01-04T17:05:22.536430+00:00 IST

‘Mature man’ Chhangte ready for road ahead

Over the last couple of years, the diminutive winger has put in some inspiring performances that have now made him a key member of the Blue Tigers' squad. While Chhangte had missed selection for the final squad for the Asian Cup in 2019, his selection for the 2023 edition came as no surprise to anyone

2024-01-04T16:52:49.772616+00:00 IST

PSG starts off 2024 by Trophee des Champions title win

PSG has started the New Year in the best possible way, which also features the UEFA Champions League, Ligue 1 and Coupe de France.

2024-01-04T08:03:08.281998+00:00 IST

"Time to work with more intensity, passion": Sandesh Jhingan

While the first edition in 1964 remains India's most successful stint at the Asian Cup after they finished runners-up behind Israel (it was a round-robin tournament), the Blue Tigers have never made it past the group stage after that

2024-01-04T03:47:38.380144+00:00 IST

India head coach Igor Stimac on AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 campaign

Ahead of India's AFC Asian Cup Qatar 2023 campaign, the Blue Tigers' head coach, Igor Stimac, on Tuesday said that having a whopping fan base will give them an advantage in the upcoming tournament.

2024-01-03T18:16:19.167204+00:00 IST

Mohun Bagan SG remove Ferrando, appoint Habas as new head coach

The Indian Super League (ISL) side Mohun Bagan Super Giant on Wednesday announced that they have parted ways with head coach Juan Ferrando and appointed Antonio Lopez Habas to take over for the same role.

2024-01-03T17:24:40.869826+00:00 IST

Head coach Benali signs new contract with Northeast United FC

With the 54-year-old at the helm, NorthEast United FC currently sit sixth on the league table with 12 points off 12 games.

2024-01-03T13:44:30.493413+00:00 IST

Areola shines as Brighton-West Ham game ends in goalless draw

In the Gameweek 20, the match between Brighton and West Ham United ended in a goalless draw. This is Brighton's first clean sheet against the home side since May last year.

2024-01-03T07:43:51.947967+00:00 IST

Gokulam Kerala FC signs Serbian Midfielder Nikola Stojanovic

Gokulam Kerala FC has signed Serbian midfielder Nikola Stojenovic on Tuesday. The Kerala-based club signed the player from I-League side Mohammedan SC, who was a former captain of them.

2024-01-02T17:46:07.449632+00:00 IST

"Our aim is to make a good start...": Carlo Ancelotti

Ahead of Real Madrid's upcoming match against Mallorca in La Liga at Santiago Bernabeu on Wednesday, the Los Blancos skipper Carlo Ancelotti said that they aim to have a "good start" of the year.

2024-01-02T16:23:05.419093+00:00 IST

Miracle Worker Milutinovic comes calling in Blue Tigers' training

Former coach Bora Milutinovic from Serbia may be well past his glory days, but what glorious days they have been. To coach five teams like Mexico (1986), Costa Rica (1990), United States of America (1994), Nigeria (1998), and China (2002) to five consecutive FIFA World Cups is no mean feat, and the man has done and seen it all

2024-01-02T13:58:37.256160+00:00 IST

Birmingham City part ways with Wayne Rooney after 15 games

Birmingham City on Tuesday parted ways with Wayne Rooney and first-team coach, Carl Robinson after just 15 games.

2024-01-02T12:59:49.684035+00:00 IST

Jones speaks on Liverpool's 'all-round' performance vs Newcastle

Following Liverpool's 4-2 win over Newcastle United in the Premier League (PL) at Anfield Stadium on Tuesday, Curtis Jones said they showed a quality performance against their opponents and called it an 'all-round performance'.

2024-01-02T11:45:14.026659+00:00 IST

AIFF president calls for accountability on part of refereeing

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey has called for an urgent need for accountability on the part of the Referee Department, urging officials to take serious note of the continuous errors and mounting refereeing issues this season in India's top two leagues, the ISL and the I-League

2024-01-01T18:00:46.355964+00:00 IST