Football

"Need to carry our confidence in next match": Mumbai FC captain

Mumbai City FC captain Lallianzuala Chhangte emphasized the importance of maintaining the confidence and mentality displayed against Chennaiyin FC, a physically strong team, as a key takeaway for future matches.

2025-04-25T12:03:09.016429+00:00 IST

Mamata Banerjee praises Mohun Bagan, Mohammedan Sporting

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee addresses 100 in years of East Bengal Club Celebration, "Mohun Bagan has roped in so many good players that they have beaten everuyone and became ISL champions, Goa and Kerala also plays good football, but they have beaten everyone...Mohammedan are in ISL, I am very happy, because they are also an old club"

2025-04-24T19:24:53.316210+00:00 IST

Jamie Vardy to leave Leicester City after 13 iconic years

Jamie Vardy will bid farewell to Leicester City this summer, bringing an end to a legendary 13-year spell at the club. Despite Leicester's relegation from the Premier League, the 38-year-old striker has confirmed he has no intention of retiring from football.

2025-04-24T13:12:31.982940+00:00 IST

Inter Kashi knock Bengaluru FC out of Kalinga Super Cup

A last gasp equaliser set up a nail biting shootout finale for the two teams who had finished second in their respective leagues. Inter Kashi edged the shootout 5-4 to take the victory

2025-04-24T11:08:23.306302+00:00 IST

AIFF condoles loss of lives in Pahalgam terror attack

All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey expressed deepest condolences on the tragic loss of lives in the heinous terrorist attack in Pahalgam and described it as a "senseless act of violence". The brutal attack in Pahalgam on Tuesday killed 26 civilians, mostly tourists and left many more injured.

2025-04-24T05:41:32.476769+00:00 IST

Kalinga Super Cup 2025: Chennaiyin FC eliminated in pre-quarters

Head coach Owen Coyle named an attacking side for the clash. Playmaker Connor Shields partnered Jiteshwor Singh in the middle of the park, flanked on either side by Irfan Yadwad and Lukas Brambilla. Up front, Wilmar Jordan Gil and Daniel Chima Chukwu lined up in a two-man attack, as per a press release from Chennaiyin FC.

2025-04-23T17:36:50.073219+00:00 IST

"Words fall short": Sunil Chhetri on Pahalgam terror attack

Indian footballer Sunil Chhetri expressed grief over the terror attack in Pahalgam.

2025-04-23T14:02:10.139693+00:00 IST

"I'm an MBSG supporter first, then a player": Dippendu Biswas

A team's success run often hinges on the depth of its bench and that's exactly what set Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) apart in the 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL). The Mariners became only the second team in ISL history to achieve the double, clinching both the League Shield and the Cup. A key contributor to their success was centre-back Dippendu Biswas, who stepped up admirably in the absence of regular starters in defence, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-04-23T13:07:06.292093+00:00 IST

Indian football mourns loss of lives in Pahalgam terrorist attack

AIFF issued a statement on their official statement, saying, "The All India Football Federation (AIFF) expressed condolences to the victims of the Pahalgam terrorist attack."

2025-04-23T12:55:06.696245+00:00 IST

We are in fight that no one expected us: Nottingham boss Nuno

Nottingham Forest head coach Nuno Espirito Santo admitted that no one at the club expected that they would sit in the third spot in the month of April, but has backed his team to embrace the challenge of holding onto the spot that would see them qualify for the UEFA Champions League next season.

2025-04-22T15:40:11.051148+00:00 IST

Kalinga Super Cup 2025: Charged-up Chennaiyin FC to face MCFC

A motivated Chennaiyin FC (CFC) will begin their Kalinga Super Cup 2025 campaign with a round-of-16 tie against Indian Super League (ISL) outfit Mumbai City FC (MCFC) at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, with a 2025-26 AFC Champions League Two, Qualifying Play-off berth up for grabs for the tournament winner, according to a release from CFC.

2025-04-22T12:56:08.342461+00:00 IST

ISL 2024-25, Mumbai City FC season review

After an exceptional Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 campaign where Mumbai City FC (MCFC) finished second in the league and went on to lift the ISL Cup, expectations were sky-high heading into the 2024-25 season. The Islanders had established themselves as one of the powerhouses of Indian football in recent seasons, known for their free-flowing attacking football and a squad brimming with domestic and international talent. However, the latest campaign saw a dramatic fall from grace, as per the official website of ISL.

2025-04-22T11:53:55.629338+00:00 IST

Brazilian football star Roberto Carlos arrives Nepal

His visit was initially scheduled for Friday, but it got postponed due to health concerns. With his condition improved, Carlos landed in Nepal's capital to attend the ongoing Nepal Super League (NSL) at Dashrath Stadium as a special guest.

2025-04-22T06:14:12.782581+00:00 IST

Punjab FC defeat Odisha FC 3-0

The hosts were outplayed by the Shers thanks to goals from Nihal Sudeesh, Ezequiel Vidal, and Asmir Suljic. They will meet FC Goa in the quarterfinals on April 26, who defeated the I-League team Gokulam Kerala FC by a similar score.

2025-04-22T05:21:12.753237+00:00 IST

FC Goa advance to Kalinga Super Cup 2025 quarterfinals

The Gaurs advanced to the following round thanks to Spanish midfielder Iker Guarrotxena, who scored a beautiful hat-trick.

2025-04-22T04:58:55.715931+00:00 IST

"It is a final for us": Manchester City manager Guardiola

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has urged the fans to bring the noise and treat their remaining five Premier League fixtures as cup finals as they continue to book their berth for next season's UEFA Champions League.

2025-04-21T15:28:00.602160+00:00 IST

Nagaland’s winning run continues in Group H of U20 NFC

Nagaland registered their second win in as many matches when they edged past Bengal 1-0 in Group H in the Swami Vivekananda U20 Men's National Football Championship at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground, on Monday

2025-04-21T14:59:37.214580+00:00 IST

Guarrotxena hat-trick powers FC Goa into Kalinga Super Cup QF

Spanish midfielder Iker Guarrotxena was the star of the show, netting a fine hat-trick to guide the Gaurs through to the next round

2025-04-21T13:14:11.108775+00:00 IST

FC Goa, Odisha FC seek Super Cup progress

he Round of 16 action in the Kalinga Super Cup 2025 continues on Monday, with FC Goa taking on I-League side Gokulam Kerala FC in the early kickoff, followed by a home clash for Odisha FC against Punjab FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

2025-04-21T05:27:26.414608+00:00 IST

Kerala oust East Bengal, march into Kalinga Super Cup QFs

Kerala Blasters FC kicked off their Kalinga Super Cup 2025 campaign with an impressive 2-0 victory over defending champions East Bengal FC at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar and secured a place in the quarter-finals of the competition, as per the ISL official website.

2025-04-21T03:04:39.875601+00:00 IST

Diamond Harbour win I-League 2 title

Chanmari FC became the second and final team to secure promotion to I-League 2025-26 on Saturday, April 19. Despite losing 0-1 on home turf to Diamond Harbour FC, who claimed the I-League 2 title with the win, Chanmari were assured of a top-two finish after their nearest challengers Sporting Clube de Goa dropped points in a 1-1 draw at FC Bengaluru United, according to the AIFF Media Team.

2025-04-20T15:04:00.959013+00:00 IST