Football

17 teams to battle for crown in football tournament

The fourth edition of the AIFF Futsal Club Championship 2024-25 will kick off on Sunday, August 3, 2025, at the Shri Manoj Sarkar Stadium - Shivalik Hall in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand.

2025-08-02T18:16:34.111178+00:00 IST

Aaron Ramsdale joins Newcastle United on season-long loan

Newcastle United on Saturday announced the signing of England goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale on a season-long loan deal from Southampton.

2025-08-02T16:10:27.568305+00:00 IST

Wolves sign David Moller Wolfe from AZ Alkmaar on five-year deal

Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday announced that they have roped in Norwegian defender David Moller Wolfe from AZ Alkmaar on a five-year deal.

2025-08-02T12:24:02.432397+00:00 IST

Inter Miami coach hopes Messi will renew his contract with club

"Regarding Leo, we all hope he renews his contract," he said, as quoted from Goal.com.

2025-08-02T03:42:19.271637+00:00 IST

ISL: Foreigners who returned to the League after a break

The Indian Super League (ISL) has seen a diverse range of foreign players over the years, stars who brought flair, experience, and a touch of glamour to Indian football. While many left a strong impact before moving on to other opportunities, a few chose to come back, drawn by the league's rising reputation and a sense of unfinished business, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-08-02T02:28:44.869273+00:00 IST

Man Utd on brink of breaking unique streak lasting 88 years

The 2025-26 season for United will kickstart with the Premier League competition against Arsenal at the home venue of Old Trafford on August 17. Currently, they are playing pre-season friendly matches, having beaten Bournemouth 4-1 on Thursday.

2025-08-01T17:56:31.458739+00:00 IST

Four-star Clayton Silva powers Diamond Harbour FC to 8-1 Win

Brazilian striker Clayton Silva starred with four goals (2', 35', 71', 90+3') while Slovenian forward Luka Majcen netted a brace (7', 39'). Paul (53') and Jobby Justin (67') added to the tally. BSF FC's lone goal came from Kishori in the 90th minute.

2025-08-01T17:29:23.635146+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Indian Navy Football off to winning start

Goals from Vijay Marandi (6') and Sreyas V G (70') ensured full points for the Sailors, while Franck William Sessegnon's 64th-minute strike proved to be a consolation for the Snow Leopards, as per a Durand Cup press release.

2025-08-01T15:51:38.676166+00:00 IST

Khalid Jamil appointed India's Men’s National Team head coach

The All India Football Federation's (AIFF) Executive Committee (EC), on the recommendation of the federation's Technical Committee (TC), decided to appoint Khalid Jamil as the head coach of the Senior Men's Indian National Team during its virtual meeting on Friday.

2025-08-01T08:48:12.337185+00:00 IST

Joakim names squad for AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers

The Young Tigresses are placed in Group D, and will face Indonesia on August 6, Turkmenistan on August 8 and hosts Myanmar on August 10 at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. The group winners and the three best second-placed teams across all eight groups will qualify for the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup that will be held in Thailand in April next year.

2025-08-01T05:16:06.506844+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Mohun Bagan Super Giant put it across Mohammedan

A 10-man Mohun Bagan Super Giant pulled off a comfortable 3-1 victory over arch city rivals Mohammedan Sporting to begin the 134th Durand Cup campaign on a winning note, here at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) Stadium. The Group B clash saw Bagan's Liston Colaco draw first blood in the 23rd minute, only to see that goal nullified by Ashley Alban Koli in the 50th minute.

2025-07-31T17:29:07.858833+00:00 IST

Regulatory Commission clears Paqueta of misconduct charges

West United on Thursday confirmed that Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paqueta has been cleared of misconduct charges by an independent Regulatory Commission.

2025-07-31T17:04:27.069675+00:00 IST

Walker reveals Parker had "massive influence" on joining Burnley

England's experienced defender Kyle Walker revealed that his former teammate and current Burnley manager Scott Parker had a "massive" influence on his decision to join his side from Manchester City.

2025-07-31T16:18:37.057344+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Bodoland FC secure first win in competition

Karbi Anglong struck first through Nigerian forward Joseph Mayowa Olaleye, but Bodoland responded swiftly with an equaliser from Gwgwmsar Gayary in the 37th minute. Colombian striker Robinson calmly slotted home at the hour mark to secure all three points for the local side, as per a press release.

2025-07-31T14:28:24.219007+00:00 IST

Skipper Sweett feels the team ready for "tough" AFC Asian Cup

With a 2-1 win over Thailand at the Chiang Mai Stadium on July 5, the Indian women's team made history, securing their first-ever qualification to the continental competition.

2025-07-31T14:03:25.367563+00:00 IST

Nottingham Forest sign Dan Ndoye from Bologna on five-year deal

Nottingham Forest have roped in Dan Ndoye from the Italian side, Bologna, on a five-year contract. The Swiss forward enjoyed a stellar campaign last season and was a vital cog in their memorable journey to the Coppa Italia title.

2025-07-31T12:56:46.705725+00:00 IST

Iconic nicknames that define Indian Super League stars

Football is a game driven by emotion, and few things reflect that passion better than a well-earned nickname. Whether powerful, playful, or deeply personal, each nickname carries a story, often shaped by a player's style, personality, or unforgettable moments on the pitch, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-07-31T05:08:04.248567+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: ISL champions to start campaign against Mohammedan SC

The ISL champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will start their Durand Cup 2025 campaign against Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) in the fiery Kolkata Derby at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan on Thursday, as per the official website of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2025-07-31T04:07:25.991676+00:00 IST

Manipur defeat West Bengal to lift Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy

Manipur finally reclaimed the Junior Boys' National Football Championship for the Dr. B.C. Roy Trophy (Tier 1) title after a 25-year wait, defeating defending champions West Bengal 3-0 in the final at the Guru Nanak Dev University Sports Complex, as per the official website of AIFF.

2025-07-31T03:58:31.941298+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Imphal welcomes tournament after two years

Spectators were treated to an exhilarating mix of military displays and cultural performances that reflected both the vibrancy of Manipur's traditions and the pride of the Indian Armed Forces.

2025-07-30T18:14:44.806091+00:00 IST

Second-half strikes gives Namdhari win on debut

South United, taking the field in their traditional orange for the first time, did not quite change their fortunes too much, but they delivered yet another spirited performance.

2025-07-30T16:58:22.729801+00:00 IST