Real Madrid coach Ancelotti rejects criticism of his side's style of play

IANS | September 20, 2024 10:40 PM

Madrid (Spain), Sep 20 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti on Friday said he wasn't interested in the criticism his side has received at the start of the 2024-25 season. Many fans have criticised the Spanish club as they rode their luck, saved by the woodwork in one match and their opponent's errors.

ISL 2024-25: Odisha FC eye first win of season against Punjab FC

IANS | September 19, 2024 4:37 PM

New Delhi, Sep 19 (IANS) Punjab FC will play their first home game of the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season as they welcome Odisha FC at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, both teams will be looking to secure a vital win in this clash on Friday.

Champions League: Atletico Madrid and Barcelona ready to start their European campaigns

IANS | September 18, 2024 10:45 PM

Madrid (Spain), Sep 18 (IANS) FC Barcelona and Atletico Madrid make their Champions League debuts on Thursday night with Barcelona travelling to Monaco, while Atletico Madrid are at home to RB Leipzig. Barca travel to the south of France after starting the season with five wins from five games in La Liga and with 17-year-old Lamine Yamal in outstanding form, along with central defender Inigo Martinez, while midfielder, Pedri also looks to be getting close to his best after a long run of physical problems.

India U17 men's team lands in Bhutan ahead of SAFF Championship

IANS | September 18, 2024 10:22 PM

Thimphu (Bhutan), Sep 18 (IANS) The Indian U17 men's football team reached Bhutan on Wednesday ahead of the side's U17 SAFF Championship, which begins on Friday. The Indian team hopes to win the title and embark on a journey towards success.