Marcus Rashford disregards ‘ridiculous’ reports surrounding Man Utd exit

IANS | January 1, 2025 8:29 PM

Manchester, Jan 1 (IANS) With Marcus Rashford’s Manchester United career hanging by a thread, the English forward had disregarded ‘ridiculous’ reports that have surrounded him in recent weeks. Rashford has not featured for the Premier League side since December 1 when he scored a brace in the 4-0 win against Everton, which was Amorim’s first league win at the club.

Alexandersson names six changes for second friendly after 14-0 rout of Maldives

IANS | January 1, 2025 8:14 PM

Bengaluru, Jan 1 (IANS) In the first game of 2025, the Indian senior women's team will face Maldives in the second of two FIFA international friendlies at the Padukone-Dravid Centre for Sports Excellence here on Thursday. After winning 14-0 in the first meeting on December 30, coach Joakim Alexandersson has made six changes to his squad of 23 for Thursday's match.

ISL: Hyderabad aim to end five-game winless streak against table-toppers Mohun Bagan SG

IANS | January 1, 2025 4:12 PM

Kolkata, Jan 1 (IANS) Mohun Bagan Super Giant will host Hyderabad FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan.

Santosh Trophy: Robi Hansda brings smiles back for Bengal after seven years

IANS | December 31, 2024 11:23 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 31 (IANS) A goal booted in from almost a kissing distance by Robi Hansda deep into the add-on time made all the difference as West Bengal regained the coveted National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy after seven years, defeating Kerala 1-0 in the final at the Gachibowli Stadium here on Tuesday. This was West Bengal’s 33rd title in the National Football Championship, but the emotional fillip the victory generated was not to be missed as the players kissed and hugged the trophy.

Asian Football Confederation ushers in 2025 with unveiling of a new brand identity

IANS | December 31, 2024 11:06 PM

Kuala Lumpur, Dec 31 (IANS) The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has heralded 2025 by signalling the start of a brand new era on Tuesday with the unveiling of a new logo and identity to reflect and reinforce the continued trajectory of the Confederation’s progress and rising standards in the coming years.

Football: Uruguayan teenager Lavega secures move to Brazil's Fluminense

IANS | December 31, 2024 9:15 PM

Rio de Janeiro (Brazil), Dec 31 (IANS) Local giants Fluminense have signed Uruguay under-23 forward Joaquin Lavega on a free transfer from River Plate Montevideo, the Brazilian Serie A club said on Monday. The 19-year-old agreed to a five-year deal after completing a medal at Fluminense's Carlos Castilho training complex in Rio de Janeiro.

West Ham’s Antonio discharged from hospital following a car accident

IANS | December 31, 2024 8:43 PM

London, Dec 31 (IANS) West Ham United striker Michail Antonio has been discharged from the hospital after spending three weeks in the hospital following a serious car accident. Antonio had undergone surgery on a lower limb fracture following the accident on December 7 in Epping, Essex, and was taken to a central London hospital. Photos of the car had flooded online, raising concern for Antonio’s state.

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen sidelined with fractured foot

IANS | December 31, 2024 8:35 PM

London, Dec 31 (IANS) West Ham United confirmed a significant blow to their season with the news that captain Jarrod Bowen has sustained a fractured foot. The injury occurred during the Hammers’ 0-5 loss against Liverpool at London Stadium on Sunday. Bowen’s early exit followed a challenge by Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister. Despite the intensity of the tackle, referee Anthony Taylor did not issue a yellow card to the Argentine.

Premier League: Wolves forward Matheus Cunha handed two-game ban for ‘misconduct’

IANS | December 31, 2024 4:43 PM

Wolverhampton, Dec 31 (IANS) Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Matheus Cunha has been handed a two-game ban by the Football Association (FA) after he was charged with ‘misconduct’ for acting in an ‘improper manner’ following their 1-2 defeat against Ipswich Town at the Molineux Stadium on December 14.

Rooney sacked by Plymouth Argyle as club sits at bottom of Championship table

IANS | December 31, 2024 3:43 PM

Plymouth, Dec 31 (IANS) England and Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has been sacked by Championship club Plymouth Argyle after the side sits at 24th place in the league table.

Football

Marcus Rashford disregards ‘ridiculous’ reports surrounding Man Utd exit

Alexandersson names six changes for second friendly after 14-0 rout of Maldives

ISL: Hyderabad aim to end five-game winless streak against table-toppers Mohun Bagan SG

Santosh Trophy: Robi Hansda brings smiles back for Bengal after seven years

Asian Football Confederation ushers in 2025 with unveiling of a new brand identity

Football: Uruguayan teenager Lavega secures move to Brazil's Fluminense

West Ham’s Antonio discharged from hospital following a car accident

West Ham captain Jarrod Bowen sidelined with fractured foot

Premier League: Wolves forward Matheus Cunha handed two-game ban for ‘misconduct’

Rooney sacked by Plymouth Argyle as club sits at bottom of Championship table

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