New Delhi, March 29 (IANS) Brazilian football is once again in search of a leader after the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) announced the dismissal of head coach Dorival Junior on Friday. The decision comes after a series of underwhelming performances, culminating in a crushing 4-1 defeat to Argentina in Buenos Aires—Brazil’s worst loss in a World Cup qualifier.
Bournemouth, March 28 (IANS) As AFC Bournemouth set their sights on a potential trip to the iconic Wembley Stadium, the venue which hosts the final and semi-finals of the fabled FA Cup, head coach Andoni Iraola has claimed his side wants the spot more than Manchester City who are looking at a eighth consecutive appearance in the semi-finals of the tournament.
Madrid, March 28 (IANS) With reports suggesting that Brazil is looking for a replacement for current head coach Dorival jr, after the embarrassing 1-4 loss against rivals Argentina, Carlo Ancelotti, who is said to be the frontrunner for the job revealed he has had no contact from the national team and is under contract with Real Madrid.
Madrid (Spain), March 28 (IANS) La Liga goes into the final 10 weeks of the season with everything to play for in the title race, the battle to qualify for Europe, and the struggle to avoid relegation. Arch-rivals Barcelona and Real Madrid are in a close race for the title, with Barca enjoying a three-point lead over Real Madrid (60). Atletico are third with 56 points, with Athletic Bilbao in fourth place with 52 points.
Brighton, March 28 (IANS) Brighton & Hove Albion head coach Fabian Hurzeler downplayed the importance of the FA Cup quarterfinal clash against Nottingham Forest as the side aims to lift its first major trophy since winning the FA Charity Shield, now known as Community Community Shield, in 1910/11
Kozhikode (Kerala), March 26 (IANS) Fazila Ikwaput was once again at the heart of Gokulam Kerala FC’s triumph as her stunning hat-trick helped the Malabarians cruise to a dominant 3-0 win over Sribhumi FC in a crucial match of the 2024-25 Indian Women’s League (IWL) at the EMS Corporation Stadium here on Wednesday.
Barcelona, March 26 (IANS) FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has criticised the scheduling of fixtures as his side will be playing against Osasuna on Friday (IST), just one day after the South American FIFA World Cup Qualifiers took place, rendering important players unavailable for the clash.
Goa, March 26 (IANS) FC Goa’s 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season has been marked by standout performances, but one name has truly risen above the rest—Brison Fernandes. As the Gaurs gear up for the semi-finals, on April 2, after securing a second-place finish in the league stage, all eyes will be on the 23-year-old midfielder, who has been rewriting record books with his attacking prowess.
Madrid, March 25 (IANS) FC Barcelona coach Hansi Flick is likely to have only two central defenders available for his side's rescheduled La Liga game at home to Osasuna on Thursday night. The match was originally scheduled to be played on March 8 but was postponed after the sudden death of Barca team doctor Carles Minarro just hours before kickoff, and now goes ahead despite protests from both Barcelona and Osasuna, given that it is now played before the end of the international break.
Anderlecht, March 25 (IANS) Belgian record international and captain of RSC Anderlecht, Jan Vetonghen, is ready to hang up his boots. The former Tottenham Hotspur defender has decided to retire as a professional football player at the end of the current season.
