Portugal pass Jota’s No.21 jersey to close friend Neves

IANS | August 30, 2025 3:16 PM

Oeiras (Portugal), Aug 30 (IANS) Portugal have chosen to honour Diogo Jota by transferring his No. 21 national team jersey to his close friend and former teammate Ruben Neves, a tribute confirmed by head coach Roberto Martinez roughly a month after the forward died in a car accident.

Wolves sign Girona defender Ladislav Krejci on initial loan deal

IANS | August 28, 2025 5:55 PM

Wolverhampton, Aug 28 (IANS) Wolverhampton Wanderers have completed the loan signing of Girona defender Ladislav Krejci, who becomes the first Czech player in the club’s history. The 26-year-old central defender, who can also play in midfield, brings experience from close to 250 career performances, and will automatically become a permanent Old Gold player until 2030, should certain clauses be triggered.

We are hoping Mac Allister will be available for Arsenal clash: Slot

IANS | August 26, 2025 1:04 PM

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Aug 26 (IANS) Liverpool boss Arne Slot is hopeful Alexis Mac Allister will be available for the club's upcoming outing, when Arsenal visit Anfield on Sunday. The midfielder missed Liverpool's dramatic 3-2 victory at Newcastle United, having withdrawn from a training session at the weekend due to a fitness concern.

Subroto Cup 2025: Assam and West Bengal enter Junior Girls final

IANS | August 25, 2025 7:49 PM

New Delhi, Aug 25 (IANS)The Junior Girls' U-17 of the Subroto Cup international football tournament semifinal is now at its business end as the semifinal matches witnessed spirited performances, with Assam and West Bengal securing their places in the finals, held at Pinto Park Football Ground, Delhi.