Premier League: Arsenal fail to break robust Everton defence in goalless draw

IANS | December 14, 2024 10:55 PM

London, Dec 14 (IANS) Everton secured a valuable point at the Emirates with a resilient 0-0 draw against Arsenal in what was a disappointing night for the Gunners. With Liverpool playing a draw against Fulham, this could have been the perfect chance for Mikel Arteta’s men to close the gap but they could not break through Everton’s robust defence.

Premier League: Murphy brace powers Newcastle Utd’s 4-0 thumping of Leicester City

IANS | December 14, 2024 10:47 PM

Newcastle, Dec 14 (IANS) Newcastle United bounced back from their recent defeat to Brentford with a commanding 4-0 win over Leicester City at St. James' Park here on Saturday. The victory was much-needed for Eddie Howe's side, who responded emphatically with goals from Jacob Murphy (2), Bruno Guimaraes, and Alexander Isak.

ISL 2024-25: With a late comeback, Bengaluru FC salvage point in 2-2 draw with FC Goa

IANS | December 14, 2024 8:02 PM

Bengaluru, Dec 14 (IANS) Former winner Bengaluru FC produced a late comeback to claim a point after a 2-2 draw against FC Goa in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Sree Kanteerava Stadium here on Saturday. The Blues have thus extended their unbeaten streak on home turf to seven matches this season, winning five games and drawing two.

Rajmata Jijabai Trophy: Manipur move to top of the table, T.N register first win

IANS | December 14, 2024 6:30 PM

Narainpur (Chhattisgarh), Dec 14 (IANS) Manipur consolidated their position at the top of Group A after beating Odisha 2-0 and Tamil Nadu registered their first win against Maharashtra by 4-1 in Group A of the Final Round of the 29th Senior Women's National Football Championship for the Rajmata Jijabai Trophy 2024-25, at the Ramakrishna Mission Ashrama Ground on Saturday.

Italian envoy Bartoli hoping to strengthen ties with India through football

IANS | December 14, 2024 6:22 PM

New Delhi, Dec 14 (IANS) Italian Ambassador Antonio Bartoli sees sports as a powerful tool for fostering international friendships. Bartoli believes initiatives at the grassroots level could inspire a new generation of football talent while strengthening cultural ties. In an exclusive interview with IANS, Bartoli highlighted former World Cup winner Italy’s plans to introduce football coaching programs for underprivileged children in India given the number of football lovers in the country.