Football

Two more teams disqualified from 63rd Subroto Cup Sub-Junior Boys

An official announcement of this effect was made by Subroto Mukerjee Sports Education Society, which is under the aegis of the Air Force Sports Control Board

2024-08-22T14:26:00.789698+00:00 IST

Subroto Cup: Bengaluru's Army Boys Sports Company enters QF

Army Sports Company won their final group stage game 3-1 against 01 Goa Battalion, NCC in their final group stage game but had to wait for the match between the Kerala school and Maharana Pratap Sports College, Dehradun to decide their fate. NNMHSS needed to win by three goals to book their place in the quarterfinals and were on route to the knockouts as they led 3-0 until the final minutes. Maharana Pratap Sports College stunned the Kerala side, by scoring with the final kick of the game, deep into injury time which led to the need of a coin toss that ultimately favoured Army Boys Sports Company

2024-08-22T13:35:54.492942+00:00 IST

AFC: East Bengal to face Nejmeh, Bashundhara Kings, Paro

East Bengal FC qualified for the third tier of men's AFC club competitions by virtue of winning the 2024 Kalinga Super Cup. The Red and Gold Brigade contested the AFC Champions League Two qualifying round on August 14 but the 2-3 defeat to Altyn Asyr FC (Turkmenistan) meant that they will now feature in the AFC Challenge League. East Bengal were placed in Pot 1 in the draw. This will be the first time East Bengal will play in a continental club competition group stage since the 2015 AFC Cup. Their best showing came at the 2013 AFC Cup, where they reached the semi-final

2024-08-22T08:25:02.715499+00:00 IST

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks Hamster Kombat's record

Portugal's seasoned forward Cristiano Ronaldo broke the record for hitting the fastest 10 million subscribers on YouTube.

2024-08-22T07:47:20.625483+00:00 IST

Nottingham Forest sign Alex Moreno from Aston Villa on loan

Premier League outfit Nottingham Forest announced the signing of Alex Moreno from Aston Villa on a loan deal with an option to buy.

2024-08-22T04:49:14.064351+00:00 IST

Manuel Neuer announces retirement from international football

German goalkeeper and 2014 World Cup-winning player, Manuel Neuer on Wednesday announced his retirement from international football.

2024-08-21T16:52:16.608419+00:00 IST

AIFF president writes to WB CM to reinstate Durand Cup matches

All India Football Federation (AIFF) president Kalyan Chaubey on Wednesday wrote to West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to reinstate the Durand Cup matches in Kolkata.

2024-08-21T11:42:34.468440+00:00 IST

Manolo names 26 probables for Intercontinental Cup prep camp

Syria, placed 93rd in the latest FIFA rankings and Mauritius, who stand at 179, are the other two teams in the competition. India is currently ranked 124th. The preparatory camp will start in Hyderabad on August 31, as per an All India Football Federation (AIFF) press release.

2024-08-21T09:26:44.363416+00:00 IST

Will try to achieve something more this season: Manolo Marquez

FC Goa head coach Manolo Marquez has urged the club to build on their performance from the previous campaign and improve for the 2024-25 season. Marquez, who took charge of the Indian Super League (ISL) club last season, led them to a third-place finish in the standings.

2024-08-20T17:19:36.353238+00:00 IST

SAFF U20: India look to hone finishing skills after Bhutan win

The India U20 Men's National Team aims for gradual and constant improvement as they regroup after their opening SAFF U20 Championship 2024 game against Bhutan.

2024-08-20T14:46:25.482111+00:00 IST

Three teams disqualified from 63rd Subroto Cup sub-junior boys

A Skeletal Age Estimation Test was conducted as per the regulations of the tournament and the criteria set by the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and the above-mentioned teams were found out to field more than four players who were above the cut-off age which led to the disqualification of the teams.

2024-08-20T13:25:42.384346+00:00 IST

FC Goa kick off season 2024-25 in style with Gaur fest

In true FC Goa spirit, the players and staff stayed back to interact with the hundreds of fans who had filled the stands. There were handshakes, jersey signings, and countless selfies, as fans got the chance to meet their heroes up close. This interaction was the perfect conclusion to an evening that was as much about the fans as it was about football

2024-08-20T11:51:15.914091+00:00 IST

Punjab FC announces signing of Ezequiel Vidal

The 29-year-old was born in Bahia Blanca in Argentina and primarily plays as an attacking midfielder or a winger. He started his professional career in 2011 with Club Olimpo in his hometown. He spent eight years with the club and appeared 45 times for the club scoring three times

2024-08-20T09:12:07.494924+00:00 IST

Brighton and Hove Albion sign Georginio Rutter from Leeds United

Premier League club Brighton and Hove Albion announced the signing of Georginio Rutter from Leeds United on a contract until June 2029.

2024-08-20T05:37:29.939856+00:00 IST

Messi left out of Argentina's squad for World Cup qualifiers

Star forward Lionel Messi has been left out of Argentina's squad for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia.

2024-08-20T03:57:39.752459+00:00 IST

Inter Kashi FC strengthens squad with Joni Kau

The club announced Kauko's signing on Monday

2024-08-19T17:19:11.417164+00:00 IST

We didn't find the balance in the second half: Carlo Ancelotti

After his side's 1-1 draw against Mallorca in their first match of the La Liga, Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti said that the Los Merengues didn't have balance in the second half.

2024-08-19T13:19:35.860900+00:00 IST

"Won't give up till we succeed...": Newly-appointed AIFF secy gen

Anilkumar, on Monday, August 19, 2024, joined AIFF as its Secretary General. An experienced sports administrator, Anilkumar was welcomed at the Football House by the AIFF Treasurer Kipa Ajay, on behalf of the AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey, Vice President NA Haris, the Executive Committee Members and the State Associations. Present on the occasion was the AIFF Deputy Secretary General, M Satyanarayan.

2024-08-19T08:48:15.225551+00:00 IST

Quarter-final fixtures for Durand Cup 2024 announced

As per an Indian Super League (ISL) press release, the draw was held virtually with representatives of the eight qualified teams present. After the FC Goa versus Shillong Lajong FC Group F game in Shillong concluded on Saturday and it became clear who the eight qualified teams were, a video call was arranged where representatives of all qualified teams came on board. A live draw of lots was then conducted in front of them, and two teams to play in each venue were finalized.

2024-08-19T03:34:59.261289+00:00 IST

Raheem Sterling's camp seeks clarity after Chelsea left him out

England winger Raheem Sterling's camp is seeking clarity over his exclusion from Chelsea's squad for their Premier League season opener clash against defending champions Manchester City on Sunday.

2024-08-18T17:16:33.270001+00:00 IST