Messi's Argentina loses 0-2 to Uruguay

IANS | November 17, 2023 10:39 AM

Buenos Aires, Nov 17 (IANS) The Lionel Messi-led Argentina lost to Uruguay 2-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers at the Bombonera stadium thanks to goals from Ronald Araujo and Darwin Nunez in each half.

Zanzibar claim CECAFA U15 championship

IANS | November 17, 2023 9:30 AM

Njeru, Uganda, Nov 17 (IANS) Zanzibar defeated hosts Uganda 4-3 in a penalty shootout to clinch the title of the 2023 CECAFA (Council of East and Central Africa Football Associations) U15 Boys Championship on Thursday.

Manvir's lightning strike lights up India's World Cup Qualifiers campaign

IANS | November 17, 2023 9:27 AM

Kuwait City, Nov 17 (IANS) Manvir Singh’s 75th-minute left-footed strike turned India’s start to Round 2 of the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 Joint Qualification campaign into a memorable one as they defeated hosts Kuwait by a solitary goal at the Jaber Al-Ahmad International Stadium, Kuwait City, on Thursday.

Shahid Kapoor calls David Beckham his and Mira's 'teenage crush'

IANS | November 16, 2023 6:35 PM

Mumbai, Nov 16 (IANS) Bollywood actress Sonam Kapoor is hosting a star-studded bash at her house, welcomed soccer champion David Beckham in a lavish welcome party. Shahid Kapoor, who was among the guests, took a picture with the sports star where he called Beckham his and his wife’s teenage crush.

I-League: Lajong, NEROCA & TRAU eyeing their first win in Round 5

IANS | November 16, 2023 4:53 PM

New Delhi, Nov 16 ( IANS) As the I-League progresses in Round 5, the early stages are already showcasing emerging patterns and standout performances. A handful of teams have quickly distinguished themselves, setting the bar high and meeting expectations after four exciting rounds of matches.

Brazil to attack against Colombia: Diniz

IANS | November 16, 2023 9:53 AM

Rio de Janeiro, Nov 16 (IANS) Brazil manager Fernando Diniz has promised to adopt a more attacking game plan for his team's FIFA World Cup qualifier against Colombia in Barranquilla on Thursday.

Colombia wary of 'world-class' Brazil: Lorenzo

IANS | November 16, 2023 9:37 AM

Bogota, Nov 16 (IANS) Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo has warned his players not to underestimate a wounded Brazil when the teams meet in their FIFA World Cup qualifier on Thursday.