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Football

I prefer Mbappe to score goals rather than defend, says Real Madrid coach Ancelotti

IANS | October 21, 2024 8:27 PM

Madrid, Oct 21 (IANS) Ahead of Real Madrid’s clash with Borussia Dortmund, a rematch of the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League final, manager Carlo Ancelotti has spoken regarding criticism surrounding Kylian Mbappe’s defensive contributions. “To score goals. I prefer him to score goals more than defend. The number nine at Real Madrid has been like this for many years, like with Karim (Benzema), to be ready for a quick transition.”

Equestrian: Barath Manoharan wins inaugural FEI Concours Saut International 2 event

IANS | October 21, 2024 6:36 PM

Bangalore, Oct 21 (IANS) In a historic moment for Indian equestrian sports, Barath Manoharan claimed victory in the country’s first-ever FEI Concours Saut International 2* (CSI 2*) Two-Phase competition. Held at the world-class Surge Stable here, the event saw Barath riding Qina to a stunning win on Day 3, completing the course in 36.03 seconds.

ISL 2024-25: East Bengal eye season's first win against strong Odisha FC

IANS | October 21, 2024 6:15 PM

Bhubaneswar, Oct 21 (IANS) The Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 steps into a new matchweek that kicks off with a potentially blistering face-off between Odisha FC and East Bengal FC at the Kalinga Stadium here on Tuesday. The two teams must be determined to immediately find their footing in this campaign since the Red & Gold Brigade has yet to open its account, whereas the Juggernauts sit at the 10th spot with four points from as many encounters.

ISL 2024-25: Kerala Blasters beat Mohammedan SC for third consecutive win in Kolkata

IANS | October 20, 2024 10:44 PM

Kolkata, Oct 20 (IANS) Kwame Peprah and Jesus Jimenez scored late in the second half as Kerala Blasters FC pulled off a memorable 2-1 victory over Mohammedan SC at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan on Sunday, marking the first time in 27 games that they have won an away match after conceding first in the Indian Super League (ISL).

Champions League: Borussia Dortmund show different faces ahead of Real Madrid clash

IANS | October 20, 2024 9:20 PM

Berlin (Germany), Oct 20 (IANS) Borussia Dortmund find themselves in a peculiar position, balancing between contrasting fortunes ahead of their crucial UEFA Champions League 2024-25 clash against Real Madrid. While their European campaign got off to a flying start, with a 3-0 win over Club Brugge and a stunning 7-1 thrashing of Celtic, their domestic form has been a cause for concern. The 2024 Champions League finalists are enduring their worst Bundesliga start in a decade, creating a tense atmosphere for head coach Nuri Sahin, who now faces mounting pressure.

ISL 2024-25: Kolkata Derby sways in Mohun Bagan's favour with 2-0 win over East Bengal FC

IANS | October 19, 2024 10:50 PM

Kolkata, Oct 19 (IANS) Jamie Maclaren and Dimitrios Petratos scored a goal each as Mohun Bagan Super Giant pipped arch-rivals East Bengal FC 2-0 in a high-octane Kolkata Derby in Matchweek 5 of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 at the Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Saturday. Mohun Bagan Super Giant controlled the tempo of the match from start to finish, as Maclaren and Petratos scored in either half, which was enough for Jose Molina’s men to secure their eighth win against the Red & Gold Brigade in ISL.

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