India aiming to ‘grow’ from boring Mauritius draw, says head coach Manolo Marquez

IANS | September 4, 2024 7:32 PM

Hyderabad, Sep 4 (IANS) Manolo Marquez's life as head coach of the football team had a forgettable start as India drew against Mauritius, ranked 179th by FIFA with a goalless draw in the side’s first match of the Intercontinental Cup. The clean sheet was the highlight of the stalemate against Mauritius. The head coach, however, was mindful that improvement does not come from a flick of a button. Rather, it is a long and winding road.

Man Utd's new signing Manuel Ugarte excited to play for 'best team in the world’

IANS | September 3, 2024 8:02 PM

Manchester, Sep 3 (IANS) After a two-month-long chase, Manchester United have finally confirmed the signing of Uruguayan midfielder Manuel Ugarte. The 23-year-old will be involved for Uruguay during the upcoming international break. Ugarte has explained what drew him to Manchester – a decision that involved a conversation with a compatriot who has only just left the club.

Newcastle wingback Jamal Lewis to join Sao Paulo on loan for 2024/25 season

IANS | September 3, 2024 6:45 PM

Sao Paulo, Sep 3 (IANS) Brazilian club Sao Paulo has signed left-back Jamal Lewis on loan from Newcastle in England, with a contract valid until June 2025, with an option to buy. Jamal Piaras Lewis was born in Luton, England, but plays for Northern Ireland, his mother's home country. He will be the first British player to represent the Tricolor.

Subroto Cup 2024: Northeast teams among goals on Day 1 of Junior Boys football

IANS | September 2, 2024 10:04 PM

New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) Schools from the Northeast scored goals in aplenty to start Day One of the 63rd Subroto Cup Junior Boys International Football Tournament on a high which was played in various venues of New Delhi and NCR. Myngken Christian Higher Secondary School, Meghalaya scored 23 goals past St. Francis Xavier High School, Daman & Diu and Dadra Nagar Haveli for the highest victory of the day.

Napoli reach agreement over Osimhen’s shock move to Galatasaray: Report

IANS | September 2, 2024 9:55 PM

New Delhi, Sep 2 (IANS) After months of transfer speculation with rumoured moves for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to sides like Chelsea, Arsenal, PSG and Saudi Pro League sides, it is now confirmed that the player will be spending next season with Turkish giants Galatasaray.