Football

Ronaldo's diet plan is prepared by NASA scientists: Ramiz Raja

While speaking to a Pakistan-based news channel called 'Suno News', the former cricketer claimed that former Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo's diet plan is prepared by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) scientists.

2023-11-24T06:25:30.854542+00:00 IST

Arsene Wenger completes historic visit to India

The four-day tour included a visit to the new training academy in Bhubaneswar in the state of Odisha, which is part of a wider national initiative to identify and develop the best young talents in the country.

2023-11-23T15:27:42.674007+00:00 IST

Paolo Maldini discloses AC Milan made attempts to sign Messi

Legendary defender Paolo Maldini revealed that AC Milan made ambitious attempts to sign Argentina's superstar and 2022 World Cup winner Lionel Messi.

2023-11-23T04:05:18.991447+00:00 IST

Have seen huge potential in India: Arsene Wenger

Wenger believes that India has a massive potential in football, though he said that the country needs to play to its strengths in order to climb the ladder.

2023-11-22T16:17:42.625298+00:00 IST

"We want to improve Indian football," says Arsene Wenger

Following the inauguration of the Talent Academy at Kalinga Stadium on Tuesday, Chief of Global Football Development at FIFA and former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger said that the focus of the main initiative is to improve Indian Football.

2023-11-22T09:35:37.013177+00:00 IST

Swedish legend Henrik Larsson impressed with Hojlund

The iconic Swedish forward Henrik Larsson revealed the qualities that impressed him about young dynamic Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund.

2023-11-22T05:01:41.736101+00:00 IST

Otamendi's header powers Argentina to 1-0 victory over Brazil

Nicolas Otamendi powered Argentina to a 1-0 victory against Brazil after a brawl erupted in the stands of the Maracana Stadium in the World Cup 2026 Qualifier match on Tuesday.

2023-11-22T04:37:35.180763+00:00 IST

Odisha CM inaugurates AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy in Bhubaneswar

AIFF and FIFA are partnering with the Government of Odisha in establishing this academy

2023-11-21T17:51:31.999420+00:00 IST

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: India suffer 3-0 loss to Qatar

Mustafa Meshaal (4'), Almoez Ali (47') and Yusuf Abdurisag (86') registered their names on the scoresheet for Qatar. India had a solid phase near the end of the first half but overall they were no match for the quality offered by Asian champions Qatar.

2023-11-21T16:37:18.934421+00:00 IST

All India Football Federation signs MoU with Odisha govt

The MoU between the two was signed by the AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey and R Vineel Krishna, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha. Tushar Kanti Behera, Sports Minister of Odisha was present, as per a press release from All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2023-11-21T11:21:40.782901+00:00 IST

“Real Madrid is everything to me": Luka Modric

After playing 500 matches for Real Madrid Croatian midfielder Luka Modric said that the Spanish club is everything for him.

2023-11-21T09:25:52.329525+00:00 IST

"It means a lot to achieve...," says India goalkeeper

Ahead of India's World Cup Qualifier match against Qatar at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, Blue Tigers' goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu hoped to achieve more success with the national football team in the coming years.

2023-11-21T05:40:29.692158+00:00 IST

Indian football is gold mine waiting to be explored: Wenger

Wenger visited the Football House on November 20, 2023, and had an interaction with the heads of a select group of football academies from across the country

2023-11-20T17:07:45.625493+00:00 IST

We have nothing to lose, a lot to win: Igor Stimac

Off to a flying start four days ago with three points against Kuwait in Group A, India will now count on home support in a very familiar location to tackle the test from the 61-ranked Qatari side.

2023-11-20T16:58:57.398783+00:00 IST

FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: A look at Qatar's football team

Qatar, ranked 61st in the FIFA rankings, boasts quality in their squad and holds the top spot in Group A. Tuesday's match promises to be a tough battle as the Blue Tigers aim to deliver their best performance at home and potentially upset one of Asia's football powerhouses.

2023-11-20T16:09:30.351682+00:00 IST

"Really proud of team and how we stepped up": Sandesh Jhingan 

The Blue Tigers secured a hard-fought victory over Kuwait away from home, breaking the deadlock with a solid finish from Manvir Singh in the 75th minute, connecting perfectly with a Lallianzuala Chhangte cross.

2023-11-19T15:18:31.857140+00:00 IST

Hyderabad's home fixture against Mohun Bagan SG moved to Kalinga

Indian Super League (ISL) side Hyderabad FC on Sunday announced that their next home fixture against Mohun Bagan Super Giant will be played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

2023-11-19T12:16:33.828105+00:00 IST

Reliance Foundation starts new chapter of football in Kashmir

The Reliance Foundation Youth Sports (RFYS) will usher in an exciting new chapter with the introduction of one of India's leading grassroots football competitions in the picturesque valleys of Kashmir.

2023-11-18T14:01:39.815229+00:00 IST

"Looking forward to scoring more," says Manvir after goal

The Blue Tigers played two fiercely contested matches against the same opponents in the SAFF Championship earlier this year, both ending in draws after regulation time, as the former went on to be crowned champions after defeating Kuwait on penalties in the final. While the World Cup Qualifier on Thursday, November 16 was not as heated an affair as the previous two encounters, it was a tightly contested battle.

2023-11-18T10:42:37.075570+00:00 IST

Harry Kane achieves milestone during England's win over Malta

England skipper Harry Kane achieved a rare milestone as the Three Lions toiled hard to an uninspired 2-0 victory over Malta at Wembley Stadium in the UEFA Euro Qualifiers.

2023-11-18T04:15:11.922626+00:00 IST

India beats Kuwait 1-0 in FIFA World Cup Qualifiers round two

India's next clash is against World number 61 Qatar on November 21 in their second group A match. Group A also features Afghanistan. These four teams will play each other in home-aeay round-robin format.

2023-11-16T19:19:12.557481+00:00 IST