Football

Ind U20s prepared to finish the Ban task in SAFF Championship

The SAFF U20 Championship 2024 is at its business end, as the India U20 men's national team faces Bangladesh in the semi-finals. The match will kick off on Monday, August 26, 2024, at 2.45 pm IST at the ANFA Complex, in Kathmandu, Nepal.

2024-08-25T12:44:36.920516+00:00 IST

Real Madrid coach Ancelotti speaks ahead of Valladolid clash

Ahead of his side's clash against Real Valladolid in La Liga, Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti said that they need to showcase a "good" performance and win their upcoming match.

2024-08-25T12:35:52.600799+00:00 IST

Arsenal gain revenge over Aston Villa with 2-0 victory

Arsenal secured a 2-0 win over Aston Villa at Villa Park in the Premier League, avenging their defeats from last season, which had severely impacted their League title hopes, as reported by Sky Sports.

2024-08-25T06:43:18.952429+00:00 IST

Top Teams ready for Quarter Final Showdown of 63rd Subroto Cup

After five days of intense competition across various venues in Bengaluru, eight teams have emerged as the strongest contenders through intense group stage battles, earning their places in the knockout rounds of the 63rd Subroto Cup Sub-Junior Boys International Football Tournament. The stage is set for the quarterfinals, which will take place here at the ASC Centre on Sunday. Here's a look at the matchups and how each team qualified.

2024-08-24T20:48:56.409962+00:00 IST

Mohammedan Sporting Club joins Indian Super League for 2024-25

The Indian Super League (ISL) has announced the inclusion of Mohammedan Sporting Club (MSC) as its newest member, starting from the 2024-25 season. This historic move marks a significant milestone for MSC, one of India's oldest and most storied football clubs, as they step up to compete in the top tier of Indian football.

2024-08-24T17:05:22.882713+00:00 IST

Manglenthang Kipgen: A valuable addition to limited game time

With India now in the SAFF U20 Championship semi-finals, where they will face Bangladesh, Kipgen hopes to make it to the starting XI. However, even if things do not go as he has hoped for, the playmaker is prepared to put in his effort

2024-08-24T16:51:11.406224+00:00 IST

Subroto Cup: Nongiri Presbyterian, Mother’s Pride enter QF

Nongiri Presbyterian Secondary School, Meghalaya and Mother's Pride Public School, Himachal Pradesh, completed the quarterfinal lineup of the 63rd Subroto Cup Sub-Junior Boys International Football Tournament being played in various venues of the city

2024-08-24T16:15:54.408271+00:00 IST

India U17 gear up for Indonesia challenge in Bali

Coached by Ishfaq Ahmed, India U17s are preparing for next month's SAFF U17 Championship, to be held in Bhutan, and the subsequent AFC U17 Asian Cup Qualifiers, which will be hosted by Thailand in October. They had been training in Srinagar for over a month and a half before their trip to the Island of the Gods

2024-08-24T15:17:59.580584+00:00 IST

Bhausaheb Bandodkar Trophy: FC Goa beat Sporting Clube de Goa

FC Goa kicked off their Bhausaheb Bandodkar Trophy 2024 campaign with a commanding 4-0 victory over Sporting Clube de Goa at the Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

2024-08-24T14:41:36.144707+00:00 IST

"It's extremely important for players..": India U17 coach Ishfaq

India Under-17 head coach Ishfaq Ahmed believes it is "extremely important" for the team to get exposure against the best teams ahead of the SAFF Championship.

2024-08-24T09:24:22.868513+00:00 IST

Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham "frustrated" after leg injury

Real Madrid ace Jude Bellingham has been left "frustrated" after he sustained a muscle injury in his right leg, which will keep him out for a couple of weeks.

2024-08-24T06:19:38.356421+00:00 IST

Arteta opens up about his team's rivalry with Aston Villa in EPL

Ahead of the second clash in the English Premier League, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta spoke about his team's rivalry against Aston Villa in the competition.

2024-08-23T18:07:05.226631+00:00 IST

Durand Cup: MBSG confirm semi-final spot after beating Punjab FC

Kolkata giant Mohun Bagan Super Giant confirmed their semi-final spot at the Durand Cup 2024 after beating Punjab FC 6-5 on penalties in the quarter-finals clash at the JRD Tata Sports Complex in Jamshedpur on Friday.

2024-08-23T17:53:46.094432+00:00 IST

"We will never give up": Ronaldo after Al Nassr's 1-1 draw

After his side's 1-1 draw against Al-Raed in the Saudi Pro League, Al Nassr striker Cristiano Ronaldo said that they won't give up in their upcoming matches.

2024-08-23T17:21:24.974787+00:00 IST

Star Real Madrid midfielder sustains injury in training

Star Real Madrid midfielder Jude Bellingham suffered a muscular injury in his right leg during training before Los Blancos' upcoming match against Real Valladolid in La Liga, the club confirmed.

2024-08-23T14:33:31.846504+00:00 IST

FC Goa sign goalkeeper Laxmikant Kattimani on one-year deal

Laxmikant Kattimani's addition allows the Club to leverage on his vast experience, while also allowing them flexibility as they continue to build for the future with the likes of Arshdeep Singh, Lara Sharma and Bob Jackson also being a part of their goal-keeping department

2024-08-23T13:41:32.572140+00:00 IST

Kipgen's late strike makes difference as India U20 reach SFs

India, who had beaten Bhutan 1-0 in the first game on Monday, finished Group B as table toppers and will face Group A runners-up Bangladesh in the semi-final on Monday

2024-08-23T12:33:57.277804+00:00 IST

Subroto Cup: Infocus India Public School, WB enter Sub–Junior QFs

Infocus India Public School joins St. Stephen's, Chandigarh, Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protisthan, Major Dhyanchand Sports College, Uttar Pradesh, Manikpara Vivekananda Vidyapeeth, West Bengal and Army Boys Sports Company, Bengaluru in the quarterfinals.

2024-08-23T07:55:54.330795+00:00 IST

Durand Cup 2024:: MBSG to play PFC, BFC to face KBFC in QFs

Four Indian Super League (ISL) teams -- defending champions Mohun Bagan SG, Punjab FC, Bengaluru FC, and Kerala Blasters FC -- will be in action on Friday, competing for the final two semi-final spots.

2024-08-22T22:01:33.732265+00:00 IST

India U20 gear up for key Maldives clash

India already have one foot in the semi-finals of the competition, having earned three points from one match so far. A draw against the Maldives will be enough for them to qualify as the group toppers. Maldives will be going into the match without a point as they lost to Bhutan 1-2 in their first outing

2024-08-22T18:10:41.133214+00:00 IST

Stalin inaugurates renovated football pitch at JLNS B ground

The newly renovated football pitch at the JLNS B Ground was officially inaugurated today by the Tamil Nadu Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development Udhayanidhi Stalin

2024-08-22T18:04:30.757202+00:00 IST