Football: India, Kyrgyz Republic play out a draw in U23 friendly

IANS | June 21, 2025 11:58 PM

Parthib Sundar Gogoi had a vicious shot saved in the 38th minute, and six minutes later, worried the Kyrgyz defence once again, when he swung a low free-kick at the near post, which made Kyrgyz Republic keeper Chomoev Sultan produce a diving save. The Blue Colts had travelled to Tajikistan to play two friendly matches, the first of which they lost 2-3 against the hosts, as part of their preparations for the AFC U23 Asian Cup qualifiers later this year and the Asian Games in 2026.

Liverpool sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a club-record fee

IANS | June 20, 2025 11:54 PM

Liverpool, June 20 (IANS) Liverpool FC have reached an agreement for the transfer of Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen. The 22-year-old playmaker has put pen to paper on a long-term contract, which will until 2030, with the Reds after agreeing personal terms and successfully passing a medical on Friday. The deal is reportedly for a club-record 116 million Pounds.

Bhutia has made baseless allegations, presented a distorted image of AIFF: Kalyan Chaubey

IANS | June 20, 2025 9:10 PM

New Delhi, June 20 (IANS) The tension between Bhaichung Bhutia and All India Federation Football (AIFF) President Kalyan Chaubey appears to be reaching fever pitch with both exchanging barbs on Friday and the latter inviting the former India skipper to the AIFF Executive Committee meeting, scheduled to take place on July 2.

Bhaichung Bhutia points out AIFF’s lack of clarity in MRA Negotiations

IANS | June 20, 2025 7:33 PM

Kolkata, June 20 (IANS) Former India captain Bhaichung Bhutia spoke regarding the future of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025 after the future of the league remains in the air due to the Master Rights Agreement, which expires in December.

Kylian Mbappe hospitalised with gastroenteritis, says Real Madrid

IANS | June 19, 2025 8:49 PM

Madrid, June 19 (IANS) Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been hospitalised with acute gastroenteritis after missing the club’s Club World Cup group-stage opener against Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal. The France captain was absent from Tuesday’s training due to a fever and did not feature in Wednesday’s 1-1 draw.

ISL schedule hasn't been shared that's why not in the domestic calendar: Source

IANS | June 19, 2025 4:53 PM

New Delhi, June 19 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has released its 2025-26 competition calendar with no mention of the country’s premier football league. This omission has raised eyebrows across the Indian football ecosystem, with clubs, players, and fans left speculating about what comes next.

Football: Ten-man India U23 lose lead and match against Tajikistan

IANS | June 18, 2025 11:10 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) The India U23 men's side failed to capitalise on their lead twice and suffered a 2-3 defeat at the hands of hosts Tajikistan U23s, after being reduced to 10 men in a friendly match at the TALCO Arena, in Tursunzoda, Tajikistan, on Wednesday.

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk charged for doping, faces lengthy ban

IANS | June 18, 2025 10:50 PM

New Delhi, June 18 (IANS) Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged by the Football Association (FA) with a doping offence and now faces a potential ban for as long as up to four years.

FC Barcelona sign highly-rated goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol

IANS | June 18, 2025 6:47 PM

Barcelona, June 18 (IANS) FC Barcelona have signed goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol. The club confirmed it had activated the release clause of 25 million euros to secure his signing. The player will sign a contract with the club for the next six seasons, until June 30, 2031, in a private ceremony at FC Barcelona’s offices on Friday.

Valles to Betis, Moleiro to Villarreal in La Liga transfers

IANS | June 17, 2025 11:44 PM

Madrid (Spain), June 17 (IANS) La Liga outfit Real Betis have announced the signing of goalkeeper Alvaro Valles from Las Palmas with a five-year contract. The 27-year-old, who began his career in the Betis youth system, returns on a free transfer after spending last season in the stands after rejecting a new contract with the recently relegated outfit, for whom he made 132 league appearances.

Football

Football: India, Kyrgyz Republic play out a draw in U23 friendly

Liverpool sign Florian Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for a club-record fee

Bhutia has made baseless allegations, presented a distorted image of AIFF: Kalyan Chaubey

Bhaichung Bhutia points out AIFF’s lack of clarity in MRA Negotiations

Kylian Mbappe hospitalised with gastroenteritis, says Real Madrid

ISL schedule hasn't been shared that's why not in the domestic calendar: Source

Football: Ten-man India U23 lose lead and match against Tajikistan

Chelsea forward Mykhailo Mudryk charged for doping, faces lengthy ban

FC Barcelona sign highly-rated goalkeeper Joan Garcia from Espanyol

Valles to Betis, Moleiro to Villarreal in La Liga transfers

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