Govt extends strong support to AIFF over Asia Cup 2031 bid, says Sports Min Mansukh Mandaviya

IANS | April 12, 2025 8:48 PM

New Delhi, April 12 (IANS) The All-India Football Federation (AIFF) has formally submitted a bid to host the AFC Asian Cup 2031, a move that would bring the football royalty of the continent to India. India’s bid to bring the AFC Asian Cup 2031 to the subcontinent was recognised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) in its Annual General Body meeting at the 35th AFC Congress in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on Saturday.

Kevin De Bruyne aiming to secure Champions League qualification before City departure

IANS | April 12, 2025 8:38 PM

Manchester, April 12 (IANS) Kevin De Bruyne wants to leave Manchester City, having helped the side secure a Champions League spot for next season. The City skipper was at his talismanic best in Saturday’s crucial 5-2 victory against Crystal Palace in the Premier League, both scoring and setting up an assist for Mateo Kovacic.

IWL 2024-25: Bibicha, Karishma secure survival for Kickstart FC

IANS | April 12, 2025 6:55 PM

Bengaluru, April 12 (IANS) Kickstart FC mathematically ensured survival in the Indian Women's League (IWL) 2024-25 after a 2-0 win over Sethu FC at the Bangalore Football Stadium here on Saturday. All the damage was done early in the first half as Laishram Bibicha Devi and Karishma Shirvoikar scored in the 14th and 17th minutes, respectively.

ISL Final: You have brought us till here, Sunil Chhetri tells Bengaluru FC fans ahead of MBSG clash

IANS | April 12, 2025 12:00 AM

Kolkata, April 11 (IANS) With Bengaluru FC taking on a massive challenge of defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant in the final on Saturday, former India captain Sunil Chhetri has put out a message to their fans. He thanked the fans who he said brought them this far ahead of their clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK).

National Finals: Delhi SA overcome Rajasthan 3-2; Odisha, Assam secure second straight wins

IANS | April 11, 2025 9:18 PM

Fatorda (Goa), April 11 (IANS) Delhi SA secured their first win of the Dream Sports Championship Football 2025 girls' National Finals with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over a resilient Rajasthan FA side on Friday. Having lost their first match against Kerala FA, it was a much-needed win for the team from Delhi. This comes after impressive wins for Odisha FA and Assam FA, with both teams securing their second victories in the ongoing U-17 football competition.

There is no doubt we've got a leak inside Tottenham, says Ange Postecoglou

IANS | April 11, 2025 8:13 PM

London, April 11 (IANS) After the Tottenham Hotspur team news reached social media a few hours ahead of kick-off for the game against Frankfurt on Thursday, head coach Ange Postecoglou said 'there is no doubt there is a leak at the club.’

IWL 2024-25: East Bengal claim maiden title with 1-0 win over defending champions Odisha

IANS | April 11, 2025 7:53 PM

Kalyani, April 11 (IANS) Almost 21 years since an East Bengal team last won a league title in Indian football, the club’s women’s team sealed the Indian Women’s League (IWL) trophy with a careful and tight 1-0 victory over defending champions Odisha FC.

Arsenal's full focus is on Brentford after 'special night' vs Real Madrid, says Arteta

IANS | April 11, 2025 7:02 PM

London, April 11 (IANS) Arsenal's 3-0 win over Real Madrid was one of the most 'special nights' for the club in the past decade. With the tie not over yet, the second leg at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium slated for next week, Gunners head coach Mikel Arteta claimed the side's full focus is on the home game against Brentford on Saturday in the Premier League.

Hansi Flick loves life in Barcelona but refuses to commit long-term future

IANS | April 11, 2025 5:56 PM

Barcelona, April 11 (IANS) Hansi Flick, the head coach of Spanish giants FC Barcelona, is loving his life in Catalonia and has claimed he is enjoying working at the club, but stated he is not the type of coach who signs long-term deals.

ISL Final: Powerhouse Mohun Bagan take on spirited Bengaluru with Cup on the line

IANS | April 11, 2025 5:04 PM

Kolkata, April 11 (IANS) Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) will face Bengaluru FC in the final of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 in a blockbuster winner-takes-all clash befitting of a much-awaited title clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK) on Saturday (April 12). MBSG are the League Shield Winners, whereas Bengaluru FC finished third in the standings and then cruised past the challenges that fronted them in the Eliminator and semifinal to make it to the summit clash.

Football

Govt extends strong support to AIFF over Asia Cup 2031 bid, says Sports Min Mansukh Mandaviya

Kevin De Bruyne aiming to secure Champions League qualification before City departure

IWL 2024-25: Bibicha, Karishma secure survival for Kickstart FC

ISL Final: You have brought us till here, Sunil Chhetri tells Bengaluru FC fans ahead of MBSG clash

National Finals: Delhi SA overcome Rajasthan 3-2; Odisha, Assam secure second straight wins

There is no doubt we've got a leak inside Tottenham, says Ange Postecoglou

IWL 2024-25: East Bengal claim maiden title with 1-0 win over defending champions Odisha

Arsenal's full focus is on Brentford after 'special night' vs Real Madrid, says Arteta

Hansi Flick loves life in Barcelona but refuses to commit long-term future

ISL Final: Powerhouse Mohun Bagan take on spirited Bengaluru with Cup on the line

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