Football

Diamond Harbour beat Jamshedpur to enter Durand Cup semifinals

In a stunning quarter-final at the JRD Tata Sports Complex, Diamond Harbour FC delivered one of the biggest shocks of the Durand Cup, defeating Jamshedpur FC 2-0 to storm into the semifinals.

2025-08-17T18:18:26.757925+00:00 IST

Tripura: CM attends legends clash between MBSG and EBFC

Every moment of the game was charged with excitement and energy, with fans reliving the golden days of Kolkata's famed football rivalry. After a gripping contest, East Bengal Legends emerged victorious, much to the delight of their supporters.

2025-08-17T17:44:14.640764+00:00 IST

East Bengal prevail in thrilling Kolkata derby to make SF

Emami East Bengal prevailed 2-1 over Mohun Bagan Super Giant in a thrilling 134th Durand Cup quarterfinal clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) in Kolkata, courtesy a brace of goals by Greek striker Dimitrios Diamantakos. Anirudh Thapa pulled one back for Bagan, but it was not enough to stop the 16-time Durand winners from making yet another semi-final of Asia's oldest football tournament.

2025-08-17T17:09:25.356895+00:00 IST

Important for India to remain united as a team: Khalid Jamil

"It is my pleasure to serve the country. It has always been my dream to do this, and it has now come true, so that feels very good. There is a big task ahead of us, and we've got many areas that we need to work on. I am fully aware how big a responsibility it is for me, but I feel thankful that the Federation (AIFF) felt me worthy to be entrusted with it," Khalid Jamil said.

2025-08-17T15:19:03.652036+00:00 IST

"We've got to try and win every trophy that we're in": Cummings

Mohun Bagan Super Giant forward Jason Cummings reflected on last season's win and vowed to keep adding silverware to the club's cabinet, as per the official website of Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-08-17T11:23:58.026748+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2025: Key players who could decide the Kolkata Derby

The fourth and final quarter-final of the Durand Cup 2025 promises to be a mouth-watering clash, as Kolkata giants East Bengal FC and Mohun Bagan Super Giant go head-to-head at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Sunday, as per the official website of the Indian Super League.

2025-08-17T11:03:13.848410+00:00 IST

Alexandersson names squad for SAFF U17 Women's Championship

ndia U17 women's team head coach Joakim Alexandersson, on Sunday, August 17, 2025, named a 23-member squad for the SAFF U17 Women's Championship Bhutan 2025, which is scheduled from August 20 to 31 in Thimphu.

2025-08-17T06:36:31.464974+00:00 IST

East Bengal set to lock horns in against Mohun Bagan lock

At the iconic Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake Stadium), Emami East Bengal take on arch-rivals Mohun Bagan Super Giants in the legendary Kolkata Derby, a match that transcends sport and resonates with the very heartbeat of the city.

2025-08-17T05:47:13.314385+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Jamshedpur FC face Diamond Harbour

Jamshedpur FC qualified for the quarterfinals as winners of Group C, while Diamond Harbour FC squeezed through as one of the best second-placed teams.

2025-08-17T05:19:30.415669+00:00 IST

Men's football team holds first training session in Bengaluru

The senior Indian men's national team held their first training session in Bengaluru on Sunday after Khalid Jamil took charge as the head coach.

2025-08-17T03:57:49.317224+00:00 IST

Red Devils host Gunners in Premier League 2025-26 opener

Manchester United will lock horns with Arsenal in their opening game of the Premier League 2025-26 campaign, which will be played at Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester on Sunday.

2025-08-16T19:49:15.445874+00:00 IST

NorthEast United FC outclass Bodoland

Defending champions NorthEast United FC produced a commanding performance to overpower Bodoland FC 4-0 in front of a packed SAI Stadium, marching into the semi-finals of the 134th Durand Cup. Moroccan striker Alaaeddine Ajaraie struck a brace, while Spaniard Andy Garcia and substitute Parthib Gogoi added their names to the scoresheet, as the Highlanders set up a mouthwatering last-four clash against Shillong Lajong FC, as per a release from Durand Cup.

2025-08-16T17:56:28.932862+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2025: Shillong Lajong FC overcome Indian Navy FT

Shillong Lajong FC came from behind to overcome Indian Navy FT 2-1 in the first quarterfinal of the Durand Cup, which was played here at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to secure their second consecutive semi-final appearance.

2025-08-16T15:39:17.942566+00:00 IST

Jamshedpur eye semi-final spot; MBSG faces EBFC

Jamshedpur FC, Diamond Harbour FC, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, and East Bengal FC will be in action in the quarter-finals of the Durand Cup 2025 on Sunday, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-08-16T14:26:36.677746+00:00 IST

ACL Two: All you need to know about MBSG's group stage opponents

The reigning Indian Super League (ISL) Shield and Cup champions, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, are set to make their return to the AFC Champions League Two 2025-26 Group Stage. The Mariners discovered their group stage fixtures during the official draw held at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur on Friday.

2025-08-16T13:20:32.029151+00:00 IST

Reijnders reveals why joining Man City was a pretty easy choice"

Netherlands midfielder Tijjani Reijnders revealed the reason why he joined the Premier League club Manchester City ahead of the 2025-26 football season.

2025-08-16T12:18:39.665325+00:00 IST

Premier League: Chiesa, Salah powers Liverpool to win

The contest was a highly emotional one for The Reds, who had lost their star player Diogo Jota in a car accident way back in July. He was honoured before, during and after the match, with several Liverpool stars soaking up all the emotion and chants by fans for Jota.

2025-08-16T03:00:41.797878+00:00 IST

22 players reach senior India men's national team camp

Newly-appointed senior India men's national team head coach, Khalid Jamil, on Friday, announced 35 probables for the Blue Tigers' preparatory camp for the CAFA Nations Cup 2025.

2025-08-15T17:50:42.407595+00:00 IST

James Trafford opens up about return to Manchester City

Manchester City's latest addition to the goalkeeper roster, James Trafford, revealed that playing for the Blues was his ambition since the age of 12.

2025-08-15T11:39:38.999395+00:00 IST

Shillong Lajong brace for Navy charge, Bodoland prepares NEUFC

The Durand Cup shifts into higher gear as quarterfinal action grips Shillong and Kokrajhar, both awaiting high-intensity knockout drama, promising an exhilarating match day and electric stadium atmospheres reminiscent of the passionate crowds from the group stages

2025-08-15T10:40:41.538805+00:00 IST

AFC Champions League Two discover group stage opponents

Mohun Bagan, winners of the Indian Super League 2024-25 Shield, were drawn in Group C alongside Sepahan SC (Iran), Al Hussein SC (Jordan) and Ahal FC (Turkmenistan).

2025-08-15T10:12:17.570663+00:00 IST