Football

I-League: Rajasthan United edge out NEROCA FC

A first-half header by Kyrgyz defender Aidar Mambetaliev was enough for the hosts to collect three points as they remained unbeaten for the third straight game.

2022-12-04T03:52:26.704675+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Messi terms bond with Argentina fans beautiful

Messi scored the first goal for Argentina in the round of 16 clash against Australia and played a pivotal role in the team's win. The football maestro scored his 9th goal of the World Cup to surpass legend Diego Maradona, who had 8 goals to his name in the World Cup.

2022-12-04T00:58:50.350501+00:00 IST

Win gives us incredible confidence: Dutch coach

The head coach was pleased with his team's performance but also offered his constructive criticism, saying that the team could have played even better in the second half.

2022-12-03T23:55:38.213631+00:00 IST

Brazil football legend Pele moved to palliative care

In September 2021, Pele received a bowel cancer diagnosis. He had a respiratory infection, which led to his hospitalization on Tuesday where his cancer therapy was reviewed.

2022-12-03T22:41:46.529677+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Messi, Alvarez guide Argentina to 2-1 win over Australia

Argentina changed their strategy immediately after the break, switching to a three-man defence after taking a one-goal lead in the first half. They scored their second goal as a result of the tactical switch as they caused Matt Ryan to make a terrible error. It was Julian Alvarez who profited from it.

2022-12-03T21:41:21.660882+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Messi scores as Argentina lead Australia 1-0 at halftime

The football maestro scored his 9th goal of the World Cup to surpass legend Diego Maradona, who had 8 goals to his name in the World Cup. It was also the Argentine's first goal in the knockout stage. The goal made him the second-highest scorer for Argentina in World Cups, only one goal behind Gabriel Batistuta.

2022-12-03T20:19:51.659682+00:00 IST

ISL 2022-23: Hyderabad beat 10-man Chennaiyin 3-1

Hyderabad's goals came from three different players with Halicharan Narzary (65th minute), Chinglensana Singh (74th) and Borja Herrera (85th) getting themselves on the scoresheet. Petar Sliskovic (78th), on the other hand, scored for Chennaiyin.

2022-12-03T19:05:16.412010+00:00 IST

FIFA World Cup: Netherlands defeat USA 3-1 to enter quarter-final

The Netherlands had 42 per cent of possession but the United States of America had 58. The Dutch team had six shots on target while the Americans had eight shots on target.

2022-12-03T18:07:54.735314+00:00 IST

ISL: Odisha FC climb to second spot after 2-1 win over NE United

The narrow win kept Odisha FC's 100 per cent record at home intact and helped them leapfrog Hyderabad FC and move into second place, three points behind leaders Mumbai City FC with a game in hand. NorthEast United FC remained at the foot of the table, still waiting to get off the mark.

2022-12-03T04:32:14.713644+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: This serves as a warning: Portugal coach after loss to South Korea

Hwang Hee-Chan's goal in stoppage time helped South Korea stun Portugal 2-1 in their last Group H match of the FIFA World Cup 2022 being played here at the Education City Stadium. With this win, the Koreans made it to the pre-quarters.

2022-12-03T03:57:00.574463+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: This team is well-organised, says South Korea coach

Hwang Hee-Chan's goal in stoppage time helped South Korea stun Portugal 2-1 in their last Group H match of the FIFA World Cup 2022 being played here at the Education City Stadium. With this win, the Koreans made it to the pre-quarters

2022-12-03T03:40:14.616224+00:00 IST

I-League: Churchill Brothers, Aizawl FC play out 1-1 draw

On Friday, an early first-half goal by Churchill Brothers debutant Kamo Stephane Bayi was cancelled out by Henry Kisekka's header in the second half as both teams shared the spoils after an intriguing 90 minutes.

2022-12-03T03:28:26.545439+00:00 IST

I-League: Rajasthan United begin home campaign against NEROCA FC

The fixture promises to be an exciting one as both teams head into the match high on momentum. The Desert Warriors are unbeaten in their last two matches, picking up a 3-1 win against Sudeva Delhi FC in their previous game. NEROCA registered three points in their last match, defeating Mumbai Kenkre 1-0 on the road, as per a press release from I League.

2022-12-03T03:22:16.217656+00:00 IST

Odisha FC edge NorthEast United FC 2-1 to go 2nd on points table

In the 78th minute, Jerry Mawihmingthanga scored Odisha FC's 99th ISL goal to move the Juggernauts into the second position. Pedro Martin was benched in favour of Diego Mauricio, and the hosts only made one other alteration to their starting eleven.

2022-12-03T01:58:08.234367+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Stojkovic cites problems in defence for Serbia's loss

Switzerland defeated Serbia 3-2 in an electric encounter on Friday to finish second in Group G and advance to the World Cup knockout round at Stadium 974 on Saturday.

2022-12-03T01:04:07.933231+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Son Heung-min thanks team-mates for covering his back

The captain heaped praises on his players and mentioned that they have made numerous sacrifices for the team and made him proud.

2022-12-03T00:42:59.840368+00:00 IST

My players gave it all: Coach Alonso after Uruguay's exit

"We wanted to score the third goal, we knew we could do it, and I think we had several chances to score the third goal. For 80 minutes we were qualified, we had chances and actions in the penalty area. In the end it wasn't possible, of course the emotional side was important but we had to fight to qualify," said the head coach as quoted by Sky Sports.

2022-12-03T00:17:14.565546+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Switzerland oust Serbia 3-2 to book knockout spot

The Swiss team made it to the knockout stage for the third time in a row and will now lock horns with Portugal in the round of 16 clashes on December 7.

2022-12-02T23:17:50.760783+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Cameroon crash out despite 1-0 win over Brazil

A late strike from Vincent Aboubakar in the second minute of the additional time saw Cameroon take the lead which guided them to a win eventually. The team became the first African nation to register a win against Brazil in the World Cup.

2022-12-02T21:39:00.524737+00:00 IST

FIFA WC: Cameroon plays goalless first half against Brazil

Brazil made nine changes from the last game and only two were retained by their coach, with experienced Dani Alves becoming the oldest player at 39 years and 210 days to represent Brazil in the World Cup. Alves stepped onto the pitch as the captain of the side.

2022-12-02T20:22:57.931524+00:00 IST

FIFA World Cup: South Korea stun Portugal, qualify for last-16

South Korea are likely going to face Group G winners Brazil. On the other hand, Portugal will take on Switzerland, Cameroon or Serbia.

2022-12-02T19:14:46.361454+00:00 IST