Football

India footballer Sandesh Jhingan signs for Croatia's HNK Sibenik

Sibenik [Croatia], August 18 (ANI): Sandesh Jhingan will become the first India international footballer to play in the Croatian top-tier league Prva HNL after completing a move from ATK Mohun Bagan to HNK Sibenik.

2021-08-18T11:20:40.785849+00:00 IST

FSDL acquires media rights for AFC competitions in a landmark four-year deal

Mumbai [India], August 18 (ANI): Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) have acquired the 'Media Rights' of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) competitions for the Indian subcontinent in a landmark 4-year agreement, to bring the best of Asian football to Indian homes.

2021-08-18T11:06:22.008098+00:00 IST

My story at Real Madrid has been written: Ronaldo on transfer rumours

New Delhi [India], August 18 (ANI): Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo has rubbished the "disrespectful" media reports which suggested the Portugal striker could return to Real Madrid.

2021-08-18T08:06:20.519838+00:00 IST

ISL: Jamshedpur FC complete signing of defender Anas Edathodika

Jamshedpur (Jharkhand) [India], August 17 (ANI): Ahead of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2021-22 season, Jamshedpur FC on Tuesday completed the signing of Keralite defender Anas Edathodika.

2021-08-17T12:31:07.582010+00:00 IST

Kolkata is a great football place, says India head coach Stimac

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], August 17 (ANI): India football coach Igor Stimac has expressed his delight after India XI's exhibition match with IFA XI at the VYBK on Monday evening. India XI rode on a second-half strike from Akash Mishra to win by a solitary goal.

2021-08-17T05:32:49.589264+00:00 IST

Goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois signs new five year contract with Real Madrid

Madrid [Spain], August 16 (ANI): Real Madrid C. F. and goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois have agreed on an extension to the player's contract which will see him remain at the Spanish club for the next five seasons, up until June 2026.

2021-08-16T15:39:44.735811+00:00 IST

ISL: Odisha FC rope in Spanish winger Aridai Cabrera

Bhubaneswar [Odisha], August 16 (ANI): Odisha FC has reached an agreement with Aridai Cabrera that will see the Spanish winger representing the Bhubaneswar-based club in the eighth edition of the Indian Super League (ISL).

2021-08-16T10:37:01.967095+00:00 IST

Indian senior national team camp kicks off in Kolkata

Kolkata [India], August 16 (ANI): With all players among the initial list of 23 players in Kolkata, the Indian men's senior national team preparatory camp kicked off for the forthcoming international friendlies against Nepal.

2021-08-16T09:55:34.700392+00:00 IST

I think our game can be more collective than before, says Barcelona coach Koeman

Barcelona [Spain], August 16 (ANI): Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has said he would have preferred to have Argentine striker Lionel Messi in his team, but now there is no point thinking about this particular matter.

2021-08-16T06:52:49.208255+00:00 IST

Bengaluru FC enter AFC Cup group stage

Male [Maldives], August 16 (ANI): Bengaluru FC, on Sunday, ensured their progress to the Group Stages of the 2021 AFC Cup with a 1-0 win over Club Eagles at the National Stadium, in Male.

2021-08-16T05:36:23.464970+00:00 IST

AIFF condoles demise of former India defender Chinmoy Chatterjee

New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has condoled the demise of former India national team defender Chinmoy Chatterjee, who passed away on Sunday.

2021-08-16T03:37:21.590703+00:00 IST

Liverpool criticises 'offensive and inappropriate' chant aimed at Billy Gilmour

Liverpool [UK], August 15 (ANI): Liverpool FC have denounced the chants from their supporters that were aimed at the Scotland international midfielder, Billy Gilmour during their 3-0 win over Norwich City on Saturday as "offensive and inappropriate."

2021-08-15T13:22:31.405702+00:00 IST

Germany, Bayern Munich legend Gerd Muller passes away aged 75

Berlin [Germany], August 15 (ANI): Germany and Bayern Munich legend Gerd Muller passed away on Sunday morning at the age of 75.

2021-08-15T12:37:40.488351+00:00 IST

Diego Costa signs for Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro on free transfer

Belo Horizonte [Brazil], August 15 (ANI): Diego Costa has signed for Brazilian side Atletico Mineiro on a free transfer after not playing football for eight months.

2021-08-15T11:32:35.833173+00:00 IST

AIFF organises FIFA MA Course for referees, assistant referees in India

New Delhi [India], August 15 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF), in collaboration with FIFA, is conducting five FIFA MA Courses for the Referees, Assistant Referees, and the referee assessors across India, the first of which got underway from Saturday.

2021-08-15T10:36:12.625612+00:00 IST

Harry Kane is professional, he's here at Tottenham with smile, says Lloris

London [UK], August 15 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris has said that striker Harry Kane is a thorough professional and he is sporting a smile while coming out for training sessions.

2021-08-15T09:17:51.406822+00:00 IST

Bengaluru FC 'strive' to do best against Club Eagles as Blues restart AFC Cup qualification

Male [Maldives], August 15 (ANI): Bengaluru FC coach Marco Pezzaiuoli has informed that a number of players will miss the team's playoff clash against Maldivian side Club Eagles.

2021-08-15T05:26:19.952535+00:00 IST

Paul Pogba matches PL assists record with 4 against Leeds United

Manchester [UK], August 14 (ANI): Paul Pogba became only the seventh player in Premier League history to create four goals in a single match as he starred in Manchester United's 5-1 win over Leeds United on Saturday.

2021-08-14T16:48:33.128874+00:00 IST

Cristiano Ronaldo would be dying to be at PSG: Angel Di Maria

Paris [France], August 14 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain winger Angel Di Maria has claimed that the Juventus forward Cristiano Ronaldo would be 'dying' to be with Ligue 1 giants.

2021-08-14T14:35:49.503116+00:00 IST

Barcelona register Depay, Garcia, Manaj for LaLiga after Pique takes 'substantial' pay cut

Barcelona [Spain], August 14 (ANI): FC Barcelona is now able to register Memphis Depay, Eric Garcia, and Rey Manaj to play in the Spanish LaLiga. This has been made possible after an agreement with Gerard Pique whereby the Barca second captain's salary has been substantially reduced.

2021-08-14T13:25:33.370267+00:00 IST