New Delhi, Oct 6 (IANS) Manchester United and Chelsea, two teams looking to get back to their best selves, were held to tough draws by Aston Villa and Nottingham Forest on Sunday in the Premier League before the international break.
Kolkata, Oct 6 (IANS) Indian senior men's team have begun their preparations for the friendly match against Vietnam on October 12. The side assembled in Kolkata on Saturday and held a training session on Sunday morning. With the Indian Super League season underway, Manolo Marquez has reasons to believe his boys are in better physical shape now than in the September window.
Madrid, Oct 6 (IANS) Less than a day after Dani Carvajal’s ACL injury which will rule him out for a long period, Real Madrid have announced a one-year contract extension for the Spaniard which will see him stay at the club till June 30, 2026.
Kolkata, Oct 5 (IANS) Mohun Bagan Super Giant defeated city rivals Mohammedan Sporting Club by 3-0 in Matchweek 4 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday. Three first-half goals from the Mariners courtesy of Jamie Maclaren, Subhasish Bose and Greg Stewart saw the reigning champions return to winning ways before heading into the international break.
Jamshedpur, Oct 5 (IANS) Jamshedpur FC edged past East Bengal FC in the Matchweek 4 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Saturday. Rei Tachikawa scored in the first half to give Khalid Jamil’s side the lead. In the second half, an own goal from Lalchungnunga sealed the deal for the Men of Steel.
London, Oct 5 (IANS) Liverpool brushed past Crystal Palace thanks to Diego Jota's lone goal on the night, handing the visitors a 1-0 victory at Selhurst Park on Saturday. Palace were mere inches from the perfect start, flying forwards from kick-off as Adam Wharton found Ismailia Sarr, who crossed for Eddie Nketiah to flick over the onrushing Alisson and into the back of the net inside 30 seconds – but the flag was up for offside.
Turin, Oct 5 (IANS) Following the news of French midfielder Paul Pogba's ban for violating the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) rules, which was originally set for a period of four years, being reduced to 18 months, it is yet to be seen whether Pogba's future lies with Juventus or away from the club.
Munich, Oct 5 (IANS) With prodigy Jamal Musiala entering the final year of his contract next season, FC Bayern Munich Director of Sports Max Eberl has dismissed concerns about the attacking midfielder leaving the club.
Manchester, Oct 5 (IANS) Manchester City and Chelsea appealed to the Premier League to delay their opening games of the 2025/26 season, which was denied due to heavy fixture congestion given both sides will be participating in the revamped FIFA Club World Cup.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (IANS) Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola offered to cover the cost of a banner made by fans pleading for him to extend his stay at the club. With Guardiola’s contract set to expire at the end of the season, City supporters have rallied behind their beloved coach, planning to unveil a giant flag at Saturday’s home fixture against Fulham.
