Football

Kerala crowned champions of National Beach Soccer Championships

The game was a rematch of the group stage, where Punjab had won a close affair 6-5. On this occasion though, Kerala left them no chance and dominated from the first minute.

2023-02-02T06:15:55.098679+00:00 IST

I-League: Kenkre FC play exciting 3-3 draw with RoundGlass Punjab

The match saw aggression from both sides as the referee issued six yellow cards in the first half and two yellow cards, one of them resulting in a send-off, in the second.

2023-02-02T04:14:45.395725+00:00 IST

ISL: Chennaiyin FC play Odisha FC at home in race for playoffs

Thomas Brdaric's men will have to put their six-game winless streak to bed if they intend to keep their playoff hopes alive. Last week, Chennaiyin FC suffered a 3-1 defeat against Bengaluru FC, which saw the Blues overtake Odisha FC in a playoff race that is intensifying as the ISL enters its final month of the league stage.

2023-02-02T03:20:49.031050+00:00 IST

I-League: Rajasthan United to host bottom-placed Sudeva Delhi

Following their win against Sreenidi Deccan, Rajasthan United have now faced two back-to-back losses against Churchill Brother (0-5) and TRAU FC (1-2), and have subsequently moved into the bottom half of the table

2023-02-01T18:28:44.261751+00:00 IST

We cannot miss our chances, says Odisha FC coach ahead of clash

After two successive away defeats to Bengaluru FC and ATK Mohun Bagan, Gombau will be eager to get back to winning ways against Chennaiyin FC to break into the top six. Three points against the Marina Machans will see them move up to the sixth spot in the ISL table, overtaking Bengaluru FC. They still have five matches left.

2023-02-01T18:26:54.704208+00:00 IST

Manchester United sign Bayern midfielder Marcel Sabitzer on loan

United started looking out for midfielders following Christian Eriksen's ankle injury, which has put him out of action till at least April

2023-02-01T18:24:16.017078+00:00 IST

I got everything in my career, there's nothing left: Lionel Messi

Messi cemented his position as one of the greatest players of all time as Argentina won the FIFA World Cup in Qatar

2023-02-01T18:21:43.072540+00:00 IST

A decisive day for Chennaiyin, says coach Brdaric ahead of clash with Odisha FC

Currently placed eighth on the points table with 17 points from 15 games, Chennaiyin will require to make the most of their remaining five matches in order to stay in contention for the playoffs

2023-02-01T17:49:14.584414+00:00 IST

Chelsea breaks bank for Enzo Fernandez in record-breaking deal

The deal surpasses Manchester City's previous Premier League record payment of GBP 100 million for Jack Grealish's transfer from Aston Villa in 2021.

2023-02-01T08:07:31.480445+00:00 IST

AIFF condoles demise of former India International Parimal Dey

A highly skilful inside-left during his prime in the 1960s, Dey made five appearances for India, with his only goal for the country being the all-important winner against the Republic of Korea in the Bronze Medal match of the 1966 Merdeka Cup in Kuala Lumpur, the solitary goal in the game.

2023-02-01T07:46:33.040517+00:00 IST

Kerala Blasters FC sign Farooq; Givson joins Chennaiyin FC

Danish started his youth career with J&K Bank Football Academy, representing them across all age groups. His exemplary performances earned him a move to Lonestar Kashmir with whom he made 18 appearances before joining Real Kashmir FC in 2016.

2023-02-01T03:31:23.383329+00:00 IST

U-17 Youth Cup: Classic Football Academy clinches title

Overall, the capital side had more ball possession and showed great intent in the second half, but their failure to convert chances that came their way and Classic FA's team effort made the difference on the day

2023-01-31T17:03:24.698553+00:00 IST

I-League: Mumbai Kenkre FC host RoundGlass Punjab

In their previous fixture, RoundGlass Punjab recorded a comfortable 2-0 victory against Real Kashmir to open up a four-point gap at the top. However, it was soon reduced to a single point after rivals Sreenidi Deccan's win over NEROCA. Mumbai Kenkre, on the other hand, narrowly went down 0-1 to holders Gokulam Kerala in Kozhikode

2023-01-31T15:19:32.226938+00:00 IST

Messi regrets his actions in World Cup QFs against Netherlands

The Paris Saint-Germain player ran in front of Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal as he cupped his hands over his ears in celebration of his 73rd-minute penalty goal.

2023-01-31T08:06:16.948570+00:00 IST

Everton confirms appointment of Sean Dyche as Club's Manager

Dyche has agreed on a two-and-a-half-year contract until June 2025 and will take charge for the first time for the Blues' Premier League clash against Arsenal at Goodison Park on Saturday, February 4.

2023-01-31T07:33:31.613370+00:00 IST

23-member squad announced for SAFF U-20 Women's Championship

The India U-20s began their training camp in Chennai, on January 6, and have been preparing for the upcoming SAFF U-20 Women's Championship and the AFC U-20 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers since.

2023-01-31T06:37:30.198704+00:00 IST

Bengaluru FC appoint Darren Caldeira as director of football

Roca who guided Bengaluru FC to the final in their first-ever ISL season in 2017-18 will return to the club in his new role. It is also a homecoming for Caldeira who played for the Blues from 2013 to 2015 and once again in the 2016-17 campaign.

2023-01-31T03:57:09.824744+00:00 IST

I-League: Late strike helps Churchill Brothers edge Sudeva Delhi

Riding Gaonkar's solo effort, the Red Machines defeated Sudeva Delhi FC 1-0, moving up to the fifth spot with 20 points from 14 matches.

2023-01-31T03:36:02.174063+00:00 IST

Mumbai City FC sign Hardik Bhatt on loan from Rajasthan United

Following a stint with Hyderya Kashmir FC, Hardik moved to I-League side Rajasthan United in December 2021.

2023-01-30T13:04:19.527010+00:00 IST

Brighton knock defending champions Liverpool out of FA Cup

A 92nd-minute winner from Kaoru Mitoma helped Brighton clinch a memorable win to knock out one of the top-most clubs in English football out of the tournament.

2023-01-30T07:15:40.466789+00:00 IST

Happy with a clean sheet, says Kerala Blasters coach after win

Dimitrios Diamantakos' brace in the first half sealed the three points for Kerala Blasters FC, helping them return to winning ways and climb to the third spot in the ISL standings. The win against the Highlanders also meant that the Blasters recorded their fifth straight win at home in Kochi.

2023-01-30T06:09:29.027351+00:00 IST