Qatar star Afif: We are living in a new day

IANS | January 13, 2024 10:15 AM

Doha, Jan 13 (IANS) Qatar's star Akram Afif stated that his team had forgotten the World Cup heartache after the defending champion got off to a flying start in the opening game of Asian Cup here.

AFC Asia Cup: Blue Tigers' trials at top echelon begin with Australia battle

IANS | January 13, 2024 2:03 AM

Doha (Qatar), Jan 13 (IANS) The AFC Asian Cup is as big as it gets for India at this moment in its footballing history. On the brink of their fifth appearance on the continental stage, the Blue Tigers begin their tryst with destiny against the mighty Australians at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Doha, on Saturday.

Where Giants Once Stood: Visiting the venue of India's 1956 triumph Down Under

IANS | January 12, 2024 9:13 PM

Melbourne, Jan 12 (IANS)Melbourne's iconic sporting precinct, located on the northern bank of the Yarra River, is home to several famous venues across various sports. The Melbourne Cricket Ground and Rod Laver Arena are the most prominent names among the many, but the Olympic Park Oval is a brisk walk away from these two sporting cathedrals.