Paris Olympics: Spain fight back to defeat Morocco in thrilling semifinal

IANS | August 6, 2024 12:24 AM

Marseille (France), Aug 6 (IANS) Spain have assured the country of a medal in the men’s football event as the 2020 silver medallists completed a dramatic comeback against Morocco, winning 2-1 in the semifinals of the tournament at Stade de Marseille here on Monday. Both teams were quite even on the field with Morocco taking more shots than Spain (18-16) and both sides also sharing possession 48-52% in favour of the Spaniards.

Julian Alvarez nearing shock transfer to Atletico Madrid: Reports

IANS | August 5, 2024 10:25 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) Julian Alvarez is close to securing a shock switch to Atletico Madrid as per reports. The Manchester City forward is one of the best young talents in the world but has been vocal about his minutes at the club given he plays second fiddle to Erling Haaland. As reported by The Athletic, Alvarez and the Madrid club have been in advanced talks with the player’s camp and the club and are nearing an agreement with the final fee being close to decided upon.

PSG announced signing of Joao Neves from Benfica on a five-year contract

IANS | August 5, 2024 10:01 PM

Paris (France), Aug 5 (IANS) Paris Saint-Germain have announced the transfer of Joao Neves from Benfica. The deal is said to be worth €60m fixed fee, €10m add-ons and also sends Renato Sanches to Benfica on loan with a buy option. The 19-year-old midfielder has signed a 5-year contract with the club.

Football: Dutch winger Xavi Simons rejoins RB Leipzig on loan from PSG

IANS | August 5, 2024 6:23 PM

Leipzig (Germany), Aug 5 (IANS) Bundesliga side RB Leipzig have re-signed the Netherlands winger Xavi Simons on loan from Paris Saint-Germain for the upcoming 2024-25 season. The 21-year-old scored 10 goals and registered 14 assists in 43 games for the German side last season and helped them to finish fourth in the Bundesliga.

Snapdragon plan to bring Manchester United on India tour

IANS | August 5, 2024 6:08 PM

New Delhi, Aug 5 (IANS) In recent times many Premier League clubs have started building fan bases in India given the sheer love the fans of the game have in the country. Over the past years we have seen many big players and teams come to the country for tours and friendlies. ‘

Durand Cup: Chennaiyin fall to Jamshedpur despite Vincy's stunner

IANS | August 4, 2024 10:44 PM

Jamshedpur, Aug 4 (IANS) Vincy Barretto’s late stunner was not enough as Chennaiyin FC fell to a narrow loss against hosts Jamshedpur FC in their second group stage match in Durand Cup 2024 at the JRD Tata Sports Complex here on Sunday. Assistant coach Noel Wilson made two changes to the line-up that started Chennaiyin’s Durand Cup 2024 opener against Indian Army FT, with Vishal R. and Solaimalai replacing Ganeshpandi S. and Lalpekhlua.