Football

AFC General Secretary pledges support towards Vision 2047

Windsor John, who has always taken a keen interest in the progress and promotion of Indian Football, was apprised of the details of its Strategic Roadmap of Vision 2047.

2023-01-25T13:38:24.965570+00:00 IST

Hyderabad FC winger Abdul Rabeeh signs extension

Rabeeh, who joined Hyderabad FC in the summer of 2021, was impressive in the Durand Cup, under coach Shameel Chembakath. The youngster was promoted to the first team after this impressive stint and was a part of the first team that won the ISL trophy in the 2021-22 season with HFC

2023-01-25T11:12:08.212514+00:00 IST

Winger Abdul Rabeeh signs contract extension with Hyderabad FC

Rabeeh, who joined Hyderabad FC in the summer of 2021, was impressive in the Durand Cup, under coach Shameel Chembakath.

2023-01-25T10:23:21.933353+00:00 IST

Indian under-17 football team goes down 0-3 to Uzbekistan

India ran out 2-0 victors on Sunday in the first of two friendly matches as part of the preparations for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup to be held in Thailand in the summer. However, the Blue Colts were unable to repeat their brilliant performance today, conceding three unanswered goals against a rejuvenated Uzbek side.

2023-01-25T08:44:09.869953+00:00 IST

I-League: Churchill, Real Kashmir play out goalless draw

It will be difficult for Churchill's coach to digest that the team that pumped in five goals past Rajasthan United in an away fixture just last week could not score even once against Real Kashmir's notoriously terrible travellers this season. But it also lays bare his challenge.

2023-01-25T02:24:03.866350+00:00 IST

Kerala set to host Super Cup in April

All 11 teams from the Indian Super League and the champions of the 2022-23 I-League will get direct entry into the Group Stage of the Super Cup. Teams placed 2nd to 10th in the I-League will compete in the qualifying rounds for the four remaining group stage spots

2023-01-24T12:38:12.965260+00:00 IST

Harry Kane's landmark goal earns Tottenham win against Fulham

Just before halftime, Kane levelled the record in spectacular fashion by dodging Tim Ream on the edge of the Fulham box and launching a thunderous attempt into the corner.

2023-01-24T09:12:14.028375+00:00 IST

French Cup: Mbappe's five goals help PSG clinch 7-0 win over Pays

Mbappe's exploits on the field included a 12-minute hat-trick in the first half, which is his first hat-trick since France's defeat to Argentina in the final of FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar in December 18. This took his goal tally to 25 goals in 24 games in the ongoing season

2023-01-24T07:56:39.554945+00:00 IST

Everton sack manager Frank Lampard after loss to West Ham United

Lampard's dismissal follows Everton owner Farhad Moshiri attending his first match since October 2021, in which the Toffees succumbed to their third straight loss in the league

2023-01-24T07:30:25.648547+00:00 IST

Al Nassr management hopeful of Cristiano Ronaldo retiring at club

Sunday's 1-0 victory over Ettifaq marked Ronaldo's debut for Al Nassr. After leaving Manchester United in December, he agreed to a two-and-a-half-year contract worth USD 200 million annually with the team based in Riyadh.

2023-01-24T05:28:30.249897+00:00 IST

I-League: Mumbai Kenkre stun Sreenidi Deccan with late-winner

Deadlocked until 75 minutes, the game sprang to life when Awal Mohammed's handball gifted Mumbai Kenkre a penalty, which Aman Gaikwad duly converted. Sreenidi Deccan's response was swift, as Louis Ogana equalised within a couple of minutes. But the hosts regained their advantage when Ahmed Faiz Khan deftly headed in the match-winner in the last minute of regulation time.

2023-01-24T05:14:11.756423+00:00 IST

Midfielder Glan Martins rejoins ATK Mohun Bagan

A dominative presence in the midfield with his defensive vision to intercept passes and long balls along with his tackling ability, Martins will be a problem solver in the Kolkata-based side's defensive issues.

2023-01-24T03:41:07.113181+00:00 IST

Last win gave us confidence: Indian U17 football coach

The Blue Colts performed admirably against Uzbekistan, who had won the AFC U-16 Championship (now known as the AFC U-17 Asian Cup) 11 years ago. Speaking to the-aiff.com on the eve of the match, India head coach Bibiano Fernandes stressed the importance of maintaining composure despite the win

2023-01-23T17:31:47.413236+00:00 IST

I-League: Churchill Brothers aim for top four spot, host Real Kashmir

When the two met in the reverse fixture in November, then league leaders Real Kashmir edged a winless Churchill Brothers side by a solitary goal from Ibrahim Nurudeen. However, both teams have experienced a drastic change of fortunes since then. The Snow Leopards are now winless in six matches and down in fifth place, while the Red Machines have lost just once in eight games and are six points clear of the relegation zone. The hosts could move above Real Kashmir on the table if they avenge their previous loss tomorrow in their own backyard

2023-01-23T14:52:06.639537+00:00 IST

Fighting spirit, character was most important: Carlos Pena

Unlike the reverse fixture, FC Goa started on the front foot and Iker Guarrotxena calmly slotted in a penalty at the 35th minute to hand the home side the lead.

2023-01-23T04:48:22.102658+00:00 IST

Cristiano Ronaldo makes competitive debut in Al Nassr's victory

In his debut game in Riyadh, Ronaldo played the entire 90 minutes and kept the crowd engaged. Brazilian forward Anderson Talisca gave Al-Nassr the lead shortly after the halfway point.

2023-01-23T04:13:37.863034+00:00 IST

We have to be focused, committed: Kerala Blasters' Vukomanovic

Kerala Blasters FC are in third spot, and they will aim to qualify for the playoffs for a second straight season. Vukomanovic said his team need to prepare well for the upcoming games to make the playoffs and called for consistency.

2023-01-23T02:44:12.175945+00:00 IST

FC Goa surge to 5th place with win over Kerala Blasters FC

Goals from Iker Guarrotxena, Noah Sadaoui and Redeem Tlang helped the Gaurs end their four-game winless run in the ISL as they leapfrogged Odisha FC to fifth and went four points clear of Bengaluru FC in seventh.

2023-01-22T17:10:21.663001+00:00 IST

India U-17 down Uzbekistan 2-0 in first of two friendlies

The Blue Colts, who have qualified for the AFC U-17 Asian Cup final rounds and are currently preparing for the campaign ahead, did all the damage in the first half, as Korou Singh Thingujam ran the show on the right wing, assisting Vanlalpeka Guite and Lalpekhlua to score a goal each. Uzbekistan had their fair share of chances as well, but India goalkeeper Sahil was equal to any danger he faced and picked up a deserved clean sheet

2023-01-22T16:01:58.411523+00:00 IST

I-League: RoundGlass Punjab down Mohammedan SC 4-0

In the process, they also became the first side to win a game in Kolkata against the hosts

2023-01-22T15:39:20.485019+00:00 IST

If we play this way we aren't going to win: City boss Guardiola

Asked if his squad will have a chance to narrow the gap against another contender Manchester United on Sunday, Guardiola argued it wouldn't matter until they improved their own performance.

2023-01-22T14:46:46.931256+00:00 IST