Football

Manchester United manager Ten Hag defines Rasmus Hojlund's role

Manchester United head coach Erik Ten Hag explained the role that their latest recruit Rasmus Hojlund will take once he is fit enough to make his debut for the club.

2023-08-06T07:01:46.879444+00:00 IST

Igor Stimac urges ISL clubs, coaches to release players

"A sincere request to all ISL Clubs. Indian Football is at a crucial junction right now. We’ve all worked very hard over the last few years to create a culture and build momentum to move towards our ultimate goals, and we need to continue working together and march forward,” Igor Stimac said. 

2023-08-06T04:50:33.786484+00:00 IST

FA Community Shield: Manchester City to take on Arsenal

The match will take place at 8:30 PM IST. The Community Shield is a one-off match every year that serves as an opener to the domestic England football season calendar. It is contested between the winners of the Premier League and the FA Cup in the previous season. Since the Pep Guardiola's City won both competitions last year, they will be facing the 2022-23 Premier League runners-up Arsenal in the 101st edition of Community Shield.

2023-08-05T17:51:12.752085+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: ISL sides Hyderabad FC, East Bengal to start new era

The games will mark the beginning of new coaching regimes at the two clubs. Hyderabad FC who are managed by a leadership group of Thangboi Singto, Conor Nestor and Shameel Chembakath will play their first competitive under the new coaches while East Bengal FC will begin the Carles Cuadrat era, as per an ISL press release.

2023-08-05T17:28:33.210359+00:00 IST

FIFA Women's World Cup: Spain, Japan move to QFs

On August 6, Sweden will take on defending champions USA and Australia will take on Denmark at Melbourne and Sydney respectively.

2023-08-05T16:26:02.370772+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Mumbai City starts off with 3-1 win over Mohammedan

The ISL winners Mumbai City FC kick-started the new season from where they left off in the previous season, and their head coach, Des Buckingham, fielded a strong lineup against the Black Panthers, who troubled them significantly in the last Durand Cup.

2023-08-05T15:51:41.678969+00:00 IST

Chelsea sign goalkeeper Robert Sanchez from Brighton

The Blues issued a statement on their official website to confirm the signing. The Spanish international goalkeeper, who has made 87 appearances in England's top-flight tournament Premier League has signed a seven-year deal at Stamford Bridge, the club's home arena and will soon join the first team at Cobham.

2023-08-05T14:52:49.541847+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Rajasthan United defeat valiant Bodoland FC 1-0

Rajasthan United FC controlled the midfield and had the better share of the possession for the major part of the first half. RUFC will face Odisha FC on August 11 while Bodoland FC will be against Indian Army FT on August 17.

2023-08-05T14:48:43.323822+00:00 IST

Striker Rasmus Hojlund completes move to Manchester United

The club issued a statement to make the announcement of Rasmus's signing, a 20-year-old striker who was previously with the club Atalanta in Italy.

2023-08-05T14:24:06.827868+00:00 IST

Durand Cup success important to start season well: Manolo Marquez

The Men in Orange will kick-start their campaign on Tuesday when they take on Shillong Lajong FC at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati.

2023-08-05T07:22:14.752928+00:00 IST

Chennaiyin FC bring back Brazilian midfielder Crivellaro

Rafael Crivellaro joined the Marina Machans after spending the latter half of the 2022-23 season at Jamshedpur FC where he registered two goals and four assists in 13 matches across all competitions. This included an impressive outing in the Super Cup with two goals and as many assists in three games.

2023-08-05T07:16:02.906952+00:00 IST

We have lot of expectations in ISL: Punjab FC head coach Vergetis

Punjab FC became the first team promoted to the ISL, having emerged as champions of the I-League during the 2022-23 season.

2023-08-05T06:59:24.187310+00:00 IST

Parthib hattrick highlights fluent NE win over Shillong Lajong

Assam boy Parthib Gogoi scored his first hattrick at the senior level, adding to the joy of home supporters as the Highlanders took pole position in Group D. The game was preceded by an elaborate cultural programme and opening ceremony where the Honourable Chief Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sarma in attendance.

2023-08-05T04:03:10.508774+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Mumbai City FC to face Mohammedan Sporting in Kolkata

Mumbai City FC have made their intentions clear by announcing a strong 29-member squad, featuring all their top stars including Greg Stewart, Lallianzuala Chhangte, Jorge Pereryra Diaz, Phurba Lachenpa as well as new signings like Akash Mishra, Tiri and Jayesh Rane. Mohammedan Sporting on the other hand are in the midst of a lively Calcutta Football League campaign where they are currently placed third. Forwards like Beneston Barretto, David Lalhlansanga and Bikas Singh are in good goal-scoring form.

2023-08-05T02:55:27.761195+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Bodoland FC take on Rajasthan United in game three

The first-ever Durand Cup match in Kokrajhar, the third of this edition, is slated for a 2.30 pm kick-off. The match will follow a musical and resplendent opening ceremony infused with local culture and patriotism, all in the august present of Honourable Union Defence Minister, Rajnath Singh.

2023-08-04T13:58:17.919657+00:00 IST

I always give everything on pitch: Mumbai City's Yoell van Nieff

The Dutchman signed a two-year contract with the club that will run until the end of the 2024-25 season.

2023-08-04T11:32:40.028501+00:00 IST

Ajax football club sign goalkeeper Diant Ramaj

Dutch football club Ajax signed goalkeeper Diant Ramaj from German club Eintracht Frankfurt on a five-year deal.

2023-08-04T10:57:45.418666+00:00 IST

Jordi Alba admits Lionel Messi didn't enjoy his time with PSG

Inter Miami's latest recruit Jordi Alba admitted that Lionel Messi didn't enjoy his time with the Ligue 1 side Paris Saint Germain.

2023-08-04T10:15:04.331013+00:00 IST

NorthEast United FC look to kick off campaign with victory

Indian Super League (ISL) outfit NorthEast United FC will be looking to open their Durand Cup 2023 campaign on a winning note as they take on Shillong Lajong FC in the opening game of Group B at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, Guwahati, on Friday.

2023-08-04T10:09:27.556241+00:00 IST

Ajax Football Club signs Portuguese Carlos Borges until 2028

Dutch football club Ajax signed Carlos Borges from Manchester City on a five-year deal on Friday.

2023-08-04T10:04:58.427469+00:00 IST

Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger shares emotional message

One of the most decorated managers in the history of the Premier League Arsene Wenger shared an emotional message after his statue was unveiled at Arsenal's home arena, Emirates Stadium to honour and celebrate his contribution to the club.

2023-08-04T08:19:22.723556+00:00 IST