Football

Sunil Chettri gives an unreal sense of security: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Indian football team goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was all praise for Sunil Chettri after the skipper delivered yet another memorable performance against Bangladesh in the ongoing FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and AFC Asian Cup China Qualifiers on Monday.

2021-06-08T07:52:35.823847+00:00 IST

Very important for India to qualify for AFC Asian Cup: Tim Cahill

New Delhi [India], June 8 (ANI): Former Australian footballer Tim Cahill has highlighted the importance of the AFC Asian Cup for the Indian team. The Blue Tigers are already out of contention to qualify for FIFA World Cup 2022 and the focus has now shifted to qualification for the AFC Asian Cup.

2021-06-08T07:00:30.268634+00:00 IST

I don't count goals: Chhetri after surpassing Messi's tally

Doha [Qatar], June 8 (ANI): India football captain Sunil Chhetri isn't counting the number of goals he has scored in international football despite surpassing Argentina star Lionel Messi's tally. Chhetri added another feather to his illustrious cap as he overtook Messi to become the second-highest active international goalscorer on Monday.

2021-06-08T06:09:21.728641+00:00 IST

If you give Chhetri a chance, he will score: Bangladesh coach Jamie Day

Doha [Qatar], June 8 (ANI): Bangladesh football team coach Jamie Day lavished praise on India skipper Sunil Chhetri for grabbing chances with both hands on Monday.

2021-06-08T05:18:46.101448+00:00 IST

I-League: Gokulam Kerala FC sign young Kerala defender Muhammed Uvais

Kozhikode (Kerala) [India], June 8 (ANI): I-League side Gokulam Kerala FC has announced the signing of young Kerala defender Muhammed Uvais in a multiyear deal.

2021-06-08T04:02:22.322410+00:00 IST

What are we going to do when Chhetri retires: Igor Stimac

Doha [Qatar], June 8 (ANI): Indian football team head coach Igor Stimac lavished praise on skipper Sunil Chhetri following a win over Bangladesh in the ongoing FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and AFC Asian Cup China Qualifiers on Monday.

2021-06-08T03:13:25.434215+00:00 IST

Sunil Chhetri surpasses Messi's tally to become 2nd highest international goalscorer among active players

Doha [Qatar], June 8 (ANI): Indian captain Sunil Chhetri added another feather to his illustrious cap as he overtook Argentina star Lionel Messi to become the second-highest active international goalscorer on Monday.

2021-06-08T02:30:17.560310+00:00 IST

WC qualifiers: Chhetri's double strike helps India defeat B'desh, Blue Tigers rise to 3rd spot

Doha [Qatar], June 7 (ANI): Sunil Chhetri's brace helped India defeat Bangladesh 2-0 in the ongoing FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and AFC Asian Cup China Qualifiers on Monday at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium at Al Sadd Club in Doha.

2021-06-07T16:24:00.332084+00:00 IST

Euro 2020: England in better place now as compared to 2018 WC, says Harry Kane

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): England football captain Harry Kane has said that his side is in a better place as compared to where they were ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

2021-06-07T13:46:06.800459+00:00 IST

Chelsea captaincy gives me confidence, says Mason Mount after winning Blues' POTY award

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): Chelsea FC winger Mason Mount feels his occasional captaincy at London-based Premier League club will further help him to develop his leadership skills.

2021-06-07T13:17:36.151921+00:00 IST

Euro 2020: France manager snarks Jose Mourinho over Spurs' stint

Paris [France], June 7 (ANI): France manager Didier Deschamps took a ruthless dig at Jose Mourinho after the former Spurs boss commented on France being favourites at Euro 2020 and insisted France "have to win" the UEFA competition in order to be successful.

2021-06-07T13:08:23.530664+00:00 IST

We will never sell Kylian Mbappe: PSG President Nasser Al-Khelaifi

Paris [France], June 7 (ANI): Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe will stay at the Ligue 1 club next season.

2021-06-07T11:35:26.826446+00:00 IST

Euro 2020: Ben White replaces Trent Alexander-Arnold in England squad

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): The Football Association (FA) on Monday confirmed that Ben White has replaced Trent Alexander-Arnold in England's squad for the upcoming European Championships.

2021-06-07T10:53:55.523710+00:00 IST

France are super favourites to win Euro 2020, says Wenger

London [UK], June 7 (ANI): Former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has said that England will be the main threat for France in the upcoming European Championships.

2021-06-07T10:01:33.835301+00:00 IST

Copa America: Argentina confirm participation in tournament

Buenos Aires [Argentina], June 7 (ANI): Argentina has confirmed their participation in the upcoming Copa America following controversy over the tournament's relocation to Brazil.

2021-06-07T09:34:53.562614+00:00 IST

Euro 2020: Spain skipper Sergio Busquets tests positive for COVID-19

Madrid [Spain], June 7 (ANI): Spain skipper Sergio Busquets has tested positive just a week before the start of Euro 2020. As a precautionary measure, Spain will now lock horns with Lithuania with members of the Under 21 National Team.

2021-06-07T03:17:32.492806+00:00 IST

B'desh pretty 'annoying', they disturb opposition with defensive work: Stimac

Doha [Qatar], June 6 (ANI): Indian national team head coach Igor Stimac, on the eve of the Blue Tigers' match against Bangladesh, described the opposition as a "team with great fighting spirit", that puts in "quality work" on the pitch.

2021-06-06T15:06:56.203377+00:00 IST

Anirudh Thapa cleared to rejoin team after subsequent tests: AIFF

Doha [Qatar], June 6 (ANI): The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Sunday confirmed that defender Anirudh Thapa has been cleared to join the team squad in Doha, Qatar.

2021-06-06T13:24:46.324348+00:00 IST

Will never forget roar that greeted us in match against Bangladesh: Adil Khan

Doha [Qatar], June 6 (ANI): India defender Adil Khan has recalled the side's FIFA World Cup Qualifier match against Bangladesh in 2019, saying that he can never forget the reception the team got in Kolkata.

2021-06-06T10:25:09.047558+00:00 IST

N'Golo Kante deserves to win Ballon d'Or, says France manager

Paris [France], June 6 (ANI): France head coach Didier Deschamps has said that central midfielder N'Golo Kante completely deserves to win Ballon d'Or this season.

2021-06-06T10:14:15.753221+00:00 IST

Doherty calls Mourinho one of the best managers, says 'team failed to get results'

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): Tottenham Hotspur's right-back Matt Doherty has accepted that the players must take responsibility for the sacking of manager Jose Mourinho.

2021-06-06T09:48:54.457222+00:00 IST