Football

UEFA Champions League: Inter Milan defeat AC Milan in semifinal

Previously, Milan had won against AC Milan by 2-0 in the first leg. Three-time champions Inter will now meet either Real Madrid or Manchester City in the final on June 10 in Istanbul, in their first final appearance since 2010, when they defeated Bayern Munich to win the title.

2023-05-17T04:13:46.827026+00:00 IST

Federation Cup 2023: Annu Rani wins javelin gold

Annu breached the all-important qualifying standards with a throw of 59.24 m, way above the standard of 56.46 m set by AFI, as per Olympics.com. She also qualified for the Asian Athletics Championships, scheduled for July in Bangkok, Thailand. The mark set for women's javelin throw for earning a qualification in the event is 54.73 m.

2023-05-17T04:08:05.495204+00:00 IST

Kerala Blasters FC sign Newcastle Jets forward Jaushua Sotirio

The Indian Super League (ISL) outfit Kerala Blasters FC have revealed that they have reached an agreement with A-League side Newcastle Jets to sign forward Jaushua Sotirio on a contract that will run till 2025.

2023-05-16T18:38:43.504930+00:00 IST

Gokulam Kerala FC surpass Odisha FC in penalty shootouts

At the end of regular time, the game was locked at 1-1 with Bala Devi and Roja Devi scoring for Odisha and Gokulam respectively

2023-05-16T18:04:33.843806+00:00 IST

"Just be yourself," Guardiola tells Manchester City players

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has sent a message "Just be yourself" to his players ahead of their crucial second-leg clash against Real Madrid in the semifinals of the second leg of UEFA Champions League on Thursday at the Etihad Stadium.

2023-05-16T17:47:06.617524+00:00 IST

AIFF takes strategic steps to reform grassroots football in India

The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) celebrates its Grassroots Football Day on May 15 every year and the current edition in 2023 marks the 10-year anniversary of the event.

2023-05-16T03:51:05.676645+00:00 IST

Ambernath United Atlanta FC to host Shillong Lajong

Ambernath United Atlanta FC have won their last five matches in a row, four in the group stages which ensured qualification to the final round. Shillong Lajong were the best second-placed side to qualify for the final round after winning four of their six matches and drawing once. They now are in the driver's seat and sit at the correct end of the table.

2023-05-16T02:34:16.603378+00:00 IST

Can only play football till our body supports us: Rahul Bheke

Bheke, the star defender of the Indian men's football team, also emphasized the importance of education in the life of a football player.

2023-05-16T02:33:38.950712+00:00 IST

Gokulam Kerala FC, Odisha FC prepares for gripping battle in IWL

Ahead of the gripping fixture, Gokulam Kerala head coach Anthony Andrews shared his thoughts on his side's preparations. "Since the end of the group stage, we have focused on maintaining our fitness levels and working on our tactics. We have been analysing our opponent's strengths and weaknesses and developing strategies to counter them. The players have been training hard, and I am confident that we will be ready for the match."

2023-05-15T14:43:58.014456+00:00 IST

Bengaluru FC crowned RFDL champion beating Sudeva Delhi FC 4-3

Bengaluru FC beat Sudeva Delhi FC 4-3 in penalties to emerge victorious in the final of the second season of the Reliance Foundation Development League (RFDL) in Navi Mumbai.

2023-05-15T12:13:14.032018+00:00 IST

Mumbai City FC stars win big at Indian Football Awards 2023

Indian Super League (ISL) Shield winners Mumbai City FC bagged three honours in the prestigious award ceremony.

2023-05-15T08:54:02.131468+00:00 IST

"It is magnificent, we are on right path": Barcelona manager Xavi

Barcelona defeated city rivals Espanyol 4-2 on Sunday, clinching their first La Liga title since the 2018-19 season.

2023-05-15T07:12:11.098530+00:00 IST

PL: "Have to apologise....": Arsenal's Mikel Arteta

Arsenal's Premier League title hopes suffered a massive blow after they succumbed to a 3-0 loss to Brighton at the home setting of the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, meaning that Manchester City could be crowned as champions next week.

2023-05-15T07:11:20.420382+00:00 IST

Barcelona clinch first La Liga title since 2018-19

A comfortable win over the hosts at the RCDE Stadium, threatened by relegation, means that Xavi Hernandez's side is 14 points clear of Real Madrid and 16 ahead of the third-placed Atletico Madrid, with four games left in the season.

2023-05-15T06:46:34.685456+00:00 IST

Premier League: Arsenal's title hopes suffer huge blow

City had secured an easy win over Everton earlier in the day and could clinch their fifth title in six seasons if Arsenal loses to Nottingham Forest on Monday. Any other result in that match will give City a chance to seal their title in front of their home fans against Chelsea next Sunday.

2023-05-15T06:15:19.735647+00:00 IST

Cope, hope, and scope for India U-17s' Korou Singh

The 16-year-old has been one of the key players in the India U-17 side right from the first tournament that the current batch played together, which was the SAFF U-17 Championship in 2022, and then on to the AFC U-17 Asian Cup Qualifiers last year. Now on a preparation path towards the Asian Cup, Korou has dished out some fine performances for his side, scoring goals against Atletico de Madrid U-17s and Getafe U-18s in training matches.

2023-05-15T05:13:41.092214+00:00 IST

"This is a big win," Ilkay Gundogan emphasizes importance of win

This victory has added more meaning as Arsenal lost against Brighton by 3-0 on Sunday. However, at a personal level as City have struggled to produce result for the past three years at Goodison Park. If City suffered a loss or a draw the Premier League title race would have taken another turn.

2023-05-14T17:57:48.349278+00:00 IST

Ilkay Gundogan brace guides Manchester City to 3-0 victory

Two moments of individual brilliance from the German ensured City's survival at the top of the table. Everton went toe to toe with Manchester City in the initial stage. However, the flow of the match soon fell into City's pattern of play.

2023-05-14T17:25:59.642882+00:00 IST

Bayern or Dortmund, who will win the league this year?

Bayern Munich (68 points) the league leader of the Bundesliga is just one point above 2nd places Borussia Dortmund (67 points). Only two games are left to play in the league and it will be exciting to see who wins the title this year.

2023-05-14T16:10:22.568655+00:00 IST

Chelsea & Spurs fail to register a win in Matchday 36

The sorrow of Chelsea continues to grow as they again failed to register a win in the premier league. This time they were held at a 2-2 draw by Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. Tottenham Hotspurs lost 2-1 to Aston Villa at the Villa Park Stadium on May 13. The loss meant that Tottenham will not qualify for the UEFA Champions League next season.

2023-05-14T15:32:56.299767+00:00 IST

Fan who stormed on pitch to confront Howe has been charged

In Newcastle United's thrilling 2-2 draw with Leeds United in the Premier League on Saturday, a fan came on the pitch and confronted Newcastle's manager Eddie Howe. The fan has been charged by the police for his actions.

2023-05-14T14:05:23.372597+00:00 IST