ISL 2024-25: NorthEast United grab a point in gripping end-to-end draw with FC Goa

IANS | January 14, 2025 10:14 PM

Guwahati, Jan 14 (IANS) Jithin M.S. scored the crucial goal as NorthEast United FC came from behind to hold FC Goa to a 1-1 draw in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium here on Tuesday. Mohammad Yasir had his fair share of luck when he handed the lead to the Gaurs but Jithin’ 76th minute strike saw the Highlanders split points. This was the 11th draw between these two teams, the most number of stalemates between two teams in ISL’s history.

Former Man City captain and coach, Tony Book passes away aged 90

IANS | January 14, 2025 7:29 PM

Manchester, Jan 14 (IANS) Manchester City have announced the passing of former captain and manager Tony Book aged 90. A true club legend, Tony made 315 appearances for City in total between 1966 and 1974, scoring five goals. Tony passed away peacefully on Monday and leaves behind his wife Sylvia, children Anthony and Tracey along with grandson Jake, and great-grandsons Ashley and Brody.

Denmark footballer Kjaer announces retirement after 132 national appearances

IANS | January 14, 2025 12:09 AM

Copenhagen (Denmark), Jan 14 (IANS) Denmark football player Simon Kjaer disclosed his decision to hang up his boots in an interview on Monday, after 132 caps with the national side. Having come through FC Midtjylland, Kjaer has played for Palermo, Roma, and Sevilla, before joining AC Milan in 2020 and helping the Rossoneri win the Scudetto in 2022.

ISL 2024-25: Noah's late winner helps Kerala Blasters beat Odisha FC 3-2

IANS | January 13, 2025 10:50 PM

Kochi, Jan 13 (IANS) Noah Sadaoui's late winner in the fifth minute of injury time helped Kerala Blasters FC defeat Odisha FC 3-2 in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Monday night. The Juggernauts are now winless in their last four games, and the Kochi-based team is now unbeaten (W5 D2) in all seven games that Noah has found the back of the net in ISL 2024-25, as the home team netted thrice in the final half-hour of the game on Monday night.

ISL 2024-25: Flying FC Goa aim to extend unbeaten run against NorthEast United

IANS | January 13, 2025 5:04 PM

Guwahati, Jan 13 (IANS) FC Goa will lock horns with NorthEast United FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium in Guwahati on Tuesday. FC Goa will aim to extend their unbeaten away record in the league, while NorthEast United FC will look to maintain their strong home form against the Gaurs.

Amorim hails Manchester United’s progress after dramatic FA Cup triumph

IANS | January 13, 2025 10:13 AM

London, Jan 13 (IANS) Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim believes his team is beginning to turn a corner after their nerve-wracking FA Cup third-round penalty shootout victory over Arsenal on Sunday. Following a challenging start to his tenure at Old Trafford, Amorim sees the win as evidence of steady progress and a brighter future for the Red Devils.

'Incredible how you don’t win that game', says Arsenal boss Arteta after FA Cup exit

IANS | January 13, 2025 9:58 AM

London, Jan 13 (IANS) Arsenal’s FA Cup journey came to a bitter end as they suffered a penalty shootout (3-5) defeat to Manchester United in the third round at Old Trafford. The Gunners’ evening went from bad to worse as star forward Gabriel Jesus was stretchered off with a knee injury in the 40th minute following a collision with United captain Bruno Fernandes.

'I don't know, we'll see': Amorim updates on Rashford's future at Manchester United

IANS | January 13, 2025 9:53 AM

London, Jan 13 (IANS) Marcus Rashford's future at Manchester United hangs in the balance as head coach Ruben Amorim casts doubt on whether the forward will feature for the Red Devils again. Rashford, a club icon and England international, has been sidelined under Amorim’s management, fueling speculation about his potential departure in the January transfer window.