Football: Everton sign Tim Iroegbunam from Aston Villa on three-year contract

IANS | June 22, 2024 8:11 PM

Liverpool, June 22 (IANS) Everton have signed midfielder Tim Iroegbunam from Aston Villa on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee on Saturday. The England youth international becomes the Blues' first summer signing and will link up with his new teammates when Sean Dyche's side report back to Finch Farm for the start of pre-season next month.

Football: FC Goa complete signing of Muhammad Hammad for an undisclosed fee

IANS | June 22, 2024 7:12 PM

Margao, June 22 (IANS) Indian Super League (ISL) club FC Goa have announced the signing of Jammu & Kashmir footballer Muhammad Hammad on a permanent transfer from FC 1 for an undisclosed fee. Signing a multi-year contract, Hammad will join the Gaurs for the upcoming 2024-25 season and beyond, marking an exciting new chapter in his career.

It is very easy to coach Cristiano Ronaldo: Paul Clement

IANS | June 22, 2024 3:36 PM

New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) Cristiano Ronaldo has always been perceived as one of the best in the world but many believe that the striker is not an easy person to work with. Former assistant manager of Real Madrid Paul Clement has debunked all rumors and stated that ‘it is very easy to coach Cristiano Ronaldo.’

Copa America 2024: Peru head coach Jorge Fosatti criticises state of pitches

IANS | June 22, 2024 12:34 PM

Texas, June 22 (IANS) Peru captain Luis Advíncula was subbed off in the 34th minute of the game against Chile, which resulted in a 0-0 draw in both sides’ opening encounter in the Copa America at the AT&T Stadium. Following the match Peru Head coach Jorge Fosatti spoke on the state of the pitches which could have caused the injury.

AIFF hosts Women's Football Strategy Workshop

IANS | June 21, 2024 9:56 PM

New Delhi, June 21 (IANS) The All India Football Federation (AIFF) hosted the Women's Football Strategy Workshop, conducted by FIFA expert, Simon Toselli, as a part of the FIFA Women's Development Programme on Friday.

Euro 2024: Late comeback helps Ukraine beat Slovakia 2-1, keep hopes alive

IANS | June 21, 2024 9:13 PM

Dusseldorf (Germany), June 21 (IANS) Ukraine had to dig deep in their second game of the Euro 2024 Group Stage as the side fought back from being 1-0 down in the first half and went on to win 2-1 at the Merkur Spiel Arena here on Friday. Slovakia continued their impressive performance which saw them defeat Belgium in their opening fixtures and came close to scoring in the 10th minute of the game had it not been for a quick reflex save made by Anatoliy Trubin.