Football

Real Madrid dismisses reports of Premier League switch, calls it 'false, absurd, and impossible'

Madrid [Spain], August 14 (ANI): Real Madrid on Saturday sternly refuted the claims that they were pondering over a move to the English Premier League.

2021-08-14T11:16:51.833242+00:00 IST

ATK Mohun Bagan head to Maldives ahead of AFC Cup campaign

New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): After nearly two weeks of practice, ATK Mohun Bagan has flown to the Maldives on Saturday morning to play in the AFC Cup, with the practice sessions being conducted behind closed doors by head coach Antonio Lopez Habas.

2021-08-14T07:55:02.681908+00:00 IST

Brazil call up Raphinha and Claudinho for FIFA WC qualifiers

Rio de Janeiro [Brazil], August 14 (ANI): Attacking duo of Raphinha and Claudinho on Saturday were called up to the Brazil national squad for the upcoming Qatar 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

2021-08-14T07:32:23.551520+00:00 IST

Arsenal fan given three-year stadium ban for 'inciting violence' against Granit Xhaka

London [UK], August 13 (ANI): An Arsenal season-ticket holder has been issued a three-year stadium ban by the club for "inciting violence" against midfielder Granit Xhaka and "discriminatory abuse" towards a Tottenham Hotspur player on social media.

2021-08-13T17:05:30.690899+00:00 IST

Virgil van Dijk extends stay with Liverpool FC, signs contract extension until 2025

Liverpool [UK], August 13 (ANI): Virgil van Dijk on Friday morning signed a new long-term contract with Liverpool Football Club. The centre-back committed his future to the Reds by putting pen to paper at Anfield, ensuring his three-and-a-half-year association with the club will be prolonged well into the coming years until 2025.

2021-08-13T13:18:53.827517+00:00 IST

Jharkhand to host Indian women's national team camp for preparation for AFC Cup

New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): Jharkhand will host the Indian Women's National Team camp in Jamshedpur from August 16 for preparation of the AFC Women's Cup India 2022 - the flagship continental championship.

2021-08-13T11:47:35.870066+00:00 IST

ISL: Chennaiyin FC sign Indian defender Davinder Singh on one-year deal

Chennai (Tamil Nadu) [India], August 13 (ANI): Two-time Indian Super League (ISL) champions Chennaiyin FC (CFC) on Friday completed the signing of Indian defender Davinder Singh on a one-year deal ahead of the upcoming season.

2021-08-13T10:15:31.244798+00:00 IST

Thomas Dennerby to take charge as head coach of Indian women's football team

New Delhi [India], August 13 (ANI): In India's bid to prepare for the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022 -- as per the decision of the AIFF Technical Committee -- Thomas Dennerby will be taking charge as head coach of the Indian senior women's national team with immediate effect.

2021-08-13T08:34:03.344085+00:00 IST

Romelu Lukaku signs 5-year contract with Chelsea

London [UK], August 12 (ANI): One of the most prolific strikers in European football, Romelu Lukaku on Thursday returned to Premier League club Chelsea, having been on with the club between 2011 and 2014.

2021-08-12T17:19:25.715094+00:00 IST

Head coach Marcelo Biesla signs new contract with Leeds United

Leeds [UK], August 12 (ANI): Premier League club Leeds United on Thursday confirmed that head coach Marcelo Bielsa has signed a new contract to remain in charge at Elland Road.

2021-08-12T16:50:29.484634+00:00 IST

Euro 2020 winners Italy move to fifth spot in FIFA rankings

Zurich [Switzerland], August 12 (ANI): It has been a busy few weeks for the world of football. With UEFA EURO 2020, the 2020 Copa America, the 2021 Concacaf Gold Cup, qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and continental tournaments, as well as friendly matches all on the slate, no fewer than 348 international encounters have taken place since the last edition of the FIFA Men's World Ranking was released.

2021-08-12T14:44:01.265569+00:00 IST

AIFF set to conduct nation-wide webinar to mark National Sports Day

New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is organising a webinar on Saturday on the occasion of National Sports Day, which is celebrated every year on August 29 in India, marking the birth anniversary of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand.

2021-08-12T10:52:02.358155+00:00 IST

Kolkata to host 130th edition of Durand Cup from September 5 to October 3

New Delhi [India], August 12 (ANI): The Durand Cup, the world's third oldest and Asia's oldest football tournament, is poised to make a comeback after a year's hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Kolkata will host the four-week-long tournament, scheduled between September 5 and October 3, with matches being played at various venues in and around Kolkata.

2021-08-12T06:07:45.081017+00:00 IST

Messi signing does not voilate Financial Fair Play rules, claims PSG president

Paris [France], August 11 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain are not in violation of UEFA's Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules by signing Lionel Messi, president Nasser Al-Khelaifi insisted on Wednesday.

2021-08-11T15:13:04.418489+00:00 IST

No excuse for Mbappe now, he can't do anything else but stay: Al-Khelaifi after signing Messi

Paris [France], August 11 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain President Nasser Al-Khelaifi insisted that Kylian Mbappe will stay at the club as the France forward has 'no excuse' now after the signing of Lionel Messi.

2021-08-11T12:08:17.567501+00:00 IST

I'm going to play with the best players in the world: Messi on Neymar and Mbappe

Paris [France], August 11 (ANI): Lionel Messi has said he is excited to play alongside the world's "best players" after joining Paris Saint-Germain.

2021-08-11T10:57:35.116962+00:00 IST

Exit from Barcelona has been a difficult change but the moment I arrived here, I've been very happy: Messi

Paris [France], August 10 (ANI): Lionel Messi on Wednesday said his exit from Barcelona has been difficult, but he is pleased to join French club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

2021-08-11T09:33:26.199705+00:00 IST

Lionel Messi signs for Paris Saint-Germain

Paris [France], August 11 (ANI): Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain has announced the signing of popular footballer Lionel Messi on a two-year contract with an option of a third year.

2021-08-10T21:50:20.118284+00:00 IST

'Back together', says Neymar as PSG confirms Messi signing

Paris [France], August 10 (ANI): Ligue 1 club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) on Tuesday confirmed the arrival of Argentine striker Lionel Messi at the club.

2021-08-10T16:49:39.962621+00:00 IST

League-wide bans among new measures announced by EPL to tackle discriminatory behaviour

London [UK], August 10 (ANI): The English Premier League on Tuesday announced new enhanced anti-discrimination measures to be implemented in the upcoming 2021/22 season as the League and its clubs continue to work together to make it clear that any form of discriminatory behaviour is unacceptable in football and wider society.

2021-08-10T16:43:09.865709+00:00 IST

Lionel Messi arrives in Paris ahead of reported medical with PSG

Paris [France], August 10 (ANI): Lionel Messi has arrived in Paris ahead of his reported medical with Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain. The Argentine icon is set to put pen to paper with PSG in a new two-year deal.

2021-08-10T14:39:34.592762+00:00 IST