Football

India to play CAFA Nations Cup 2025

he Indian senior men's national team, as part of their preparation for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round, will participate in the Central Asian Football Association (CAFA) Nations Cup 2025, scheduled to be held from August 31 to September 8.

2025-07-30T06:39:46.607879+00:00 IST

Kylian Mbappe succeeds Modric as Real Madrid new number 10

Real Madrid have officially announced Kylian Mbappe as the club's latest player to take the number 10 shirt, joining some of the iconic names to don the special number ahead of the new season.

2025-07-29T18:10:56.071508+00:00 IST

Basfore, Chettri confident for Asian Cup 

India is placed in Group C with Japan, Vietnam and Chinese Taipei in the draw ceremony at the Sydney Town Hall on Tuesday.

2025-07-29T18:07:34.883242+00:00 IST

"Not in my full control": Newcastle boss Howe on Isak's future

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe confirmed that star striker Alexander Isak's future at the club is not fully in his control as speculations about his potential move away from the Magpies continue to grow.

2025-07-29T18:00:11.286471+00:00 IST

Mbeumo opens up about Amorim's role in joing Manchester United

Bryan Mbeumo opened up about his potential move to Manchester United, revealing that head coach Ruben Amorim's project at Old Trafford was the one that drew him in the most.

2025-07-29T17:45:30.656064+00:00 IST

AIFF approves accounts for Benevolence and Pension funds

An AIFF release said the fund will provide a one-time grant for medical purposes, with terms and conditions to be set by the relevant committees

2025-07-29T17:38:03.568231+00:00 IST

Mount reveals Tuchel's message on potential England return

Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount revealed the conversation he had with England head coach Thomas Tuchel about his potential return to the national side and claimed that there are "no guarantees" for his return.

2025-07-29T16:54:03.718893+00:00 IST

India to play Japan, Vietnam, Chinese Taipei in AFC Asian Cup 

India will begin their Women's Asian Cup with a match against Vietnam on March 4 at the Perth Rectangular Stadium.

2025-07-29T16:05:37.793058+00:00 IST

Sanan’s strike gives Jamshedpur FC their 2nd consecutive victory

With this win, Jamshedpur FC have six points from two matches and are on top of the group, closer to a place in the knockout stages

2025-07-29T13:30:21.342318+00:00 IST

DPS RK Puram, Govt. Girls Sr. Sec. Faridabad win Oriental Cup

The final day was graced by Zafar Iqbal, 1980 Moscow Olympic Gold Medalist and former Captain of the Indian Hockey Team, who inspired players with his presence and presented trophies to the winners.

2025-07-29T12:52:54.790274+00:00 IST

"Wanted to join a club that ranks among the top three": Florian

The 22-year-old playmaker was one of Europe's most sought-after talents this summer, with several clubs showing interest, but for Wirtz, there was clarity in his decision.

2025-07-29T10:10:15.748481+00:00 IST

Luka Majcen winner gives debutants Diamond Harbour FC full points

Celebrated DHFC coach Kibu Vicuna began with a four-man defence and a three-man forward line. Mohammedan gaffer Mehraj Ud Din Wadoo, on the other hand, went in with a 3-4-3 to begin proceedings

2025-07-29T10:08:11.441830+00:00 IST

IOS Sports & Entertainment signs Indian Football team defender

IOS Sports and Entertainment have announced the signing of Indian national football team defender Sandesh Jhingan. The seasoned 31-year-old star from Chandigarh brings over a decade of international football experience to the IOS roster, as per a release from IOS Sports & Entertainment.

2025-07-29T08:11:08.325728+00:00 IST

Sangita Basfore to assist AFC Women's Asian Cup 2026 final draw

The draw for the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026 will be conducted at the Sydney Town Hall on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 14:30 IST, as per a press release from AIFF.

2025-07-29T04:38:05.121722+00:00 IST

Mother’s International set for boys title clash with DPS RK Puram

Finalists were confirmed in both categories on Day 6 of the Oriental Cup 2025, as Sanskriti School and Government Girls Senior Secondary School, Faridabad produced emphatic wins to book their places in the girls' title clash,

2025-07-28T18:02:00.983959+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: Air Force FT draw with South United FC

In a Group A encounter played here at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan (KBK) on Sunday evening, the Boys in Green from Bengaluru, in their debut campaign at Asia's oldest tournament and coming off a 0-5 reverse in their first game, displayed exceptional character against much experienced opponents led by the calm and clinical Daniyal, but in the end both teams deservedly spit points.

2025-07-28T06:24:02.544490+00:00 IST

Chloe Kelly shines again as England lift Euro 2025 title

History repeated itself in the most thrilling fashion as Chloe Kelly once again became England's star, guiding the Lionesses to Euro 2025 glory with the decisive spot-kick in a tense 3-1 penalty shootout win over Spain in the final. The match, played out in front of a packed crowd, ended 1-1 after extra time, before England held their nerve in the shootout to successfully defend their title.

2025-07-27T21:47:09.284334+00:00 IST

Kokrajhar witnesses a grand opening of 134th Durand Cup

In a landmark moment for Assam and the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR), the 134th Edition of the Indian Oil Durand Cup-Asia's oldest and the world's third-oldest football tournament-was inaugurated with a grand spectacle at the SAI Stadium, Kokrajhar.

2025-07-27T16:48:33.894282+00:00 IST

Shillong Lajong FC opens Durand Cup campaign with dominating win

On Sunday, Everbrightson Sana and Phrangki Buam scored a brace each, while substitutes Treimiki Lamurong and Deibormame Tongper added a goal apiece, as the young Shillong side delivered a clinical and confident performance.

2025-07-27T02:37:29.776740+00:00 IST

U13 ASMITA Football Leagues 2025-26 to be staged in 26 states,UTs

The 2025-26 season of the U13 ASMITA Football Leagues is all set to kick off on July 27 with Bengaluru, Karnataka, hosting the inaugural tournament, as per the official website of the All India Football Federation (AIFF).

2025-07-26T14:40:06.827974+00:00 IST

AIFF to review shortlisted candidates for Indian men's coach

Following comprehensive discussions and a rigorous selection process, 10 candidates were selected for the committee to review, following which, the TC shortlisted three.

2025-07-26T10:59:09.922410+00:00 IST