Euro 2024: Spain dominate Croatia for 3-0 win in opening match

IANS | June 16, 2024 12:41 AM

Berlin, June 16 (IANS) Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz, and Daniel Carvajal scored once each in the first half as Spain got their UEFA Euro 2024 campaign off to a flying start with a 3-0 win against Croatia in a Group B encounter here on Saturday evening.

Football: Argentina announce 26-man squad for Copa America title defense

IANS | June 15, 2024 11:25 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni has named his final 26-man squad for the Copa América, with veterans Lionel Messi and Ángel Di María leading the charge. The squad features a blend of experience and youth, with 21 players returning from the 2022 World Cup victory.

Mumbai City FC sign striker Noufal PN on a three-year deal

IANS | June 15, 2024 9:51 PM

Mumbai, June 15 (IANS) Mumbai City FC have announced the signing of Indian striker Noufal P.N on a three-year deal until the end of the 2027 season. The 23-year-old began his footballing journey with Basco FC before securing a transfer to his hometown club, Gokulam Kerala FC, in 2022. The Kerala native quickly made his mark on the squad, cementing his place as a starter through match-winning assists and goal contributions.

Euros 2024: ‘Confident’ Cucurella set for impressive campaign with Spain

IANS | June 15, 2024 9:19 PM

Berlin, June 15 (IANS) Marc Cucurella hopes his strong finish to the season with Chelsea can continue as he looks to help Spain to Euro 2024 success. The Chelsea left-back impressed in an inverted full-back role in the latter parts of the season, getting on the ball regularly as the Blues looked to start attacks down the left flank while moving into a more traditional defensive position when out of possession.

ISL, I-League Clubs write an open letter to AIFF addressing grave dangers of age fraud

IANS | June 15, 2024 9:11 PM

New Delhi, June 15 (IANS) Bengaluru FC, FC Goa, Dempo SC, FC Madras, Mizoram FA & RF Young Champs have come up with an open letter to the stakeholders of Indian Football. The open letter condemns age fraud in Indian football, highlighting its negative impact on safety, fairness, and the sport's growth. It calls for an amnesty scheme and stricter penalties for adults responsible for age falsification.

Millwall goalkeeper Matija Sarkic dies aged 26

IANS | June 15, 2024 3:26 PM

Budva (Montenegro), June 15 (IANS) Millwall's goalkeeper, Matija Sarkic, has passed away at the young age of 26. The Montenegro international reportedly fell ill at his apartment on Saturday.