AFC Women’s Champions League: East Bengal trump Bam Khatoon in group opener

IANS | November 17, 2025 5:26 PM

Wuhan (China), Nov 17 (IANS) East Bengal FC saw off Bam Khatoon FC 3-1 in their AFC Women’s Champions League 2025-26 Group B opener on Monday. The Red and Golds hit the ground running and took the lead as early as the fourth minute after two blocked attempts by Fazila Ikwaput saw the ball falling kindly to Shilky Hemam, who struck a low shot into the bottom right corner from just above the box.

Norway, Portugal book FIFA World Cup 2026 spots

IANS | November 17, 2025 9:24 AM

New Delhi, Nov 17 (IANS) Portugal punched their ticket to FIFA World Cup 26 with a comprehensive 9- victory over Armenia in Porto, despite the absence of captain Cristiano Ronaldo who was forced to sit out the clash through suspension after his red card in the recent defeat by Ireland.

Arsenal's Gabriel ruled out after thigh injury on Brazil duty

IANS | November 16, 2025 10:44 PM

London, Nov 16 (IANS) Arsenal defender Gabriel has been ruled out of action after sustaining a muscle injury in his right thigh, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Sunday. The setback occurred during Brazil’s friendly match against Senegal, played at Arsenal’s home ground in North London, where the centre-back was forced off the pitch after experiencing discomfort.

Indian football needs better coaches in youth system to uplift its status, says FIFA WC-winner Lothar Matthaus

IANS | November 16, 2025 8:05 PM

Kolkata, Nov 16 (IANS) FIFA World Cup-winning German legend Lothar Matthaus delivered a clear message for the future of Indian football during his visit to the city, stressing that the nation’s progress hinges on improving the quality of coaching at the grassroots level.

Blue Tigers brace for fierce and competitive game in Bangladesh

IANS | November 16, 2025 6:35 PM

Dhaka, Nov 16 (IANS) The Indian senior men’s team arrived in Dhaka on Saturday evening, three days before their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round match against the hosts. Despite both teams being out of contention for qualification, Blue Tigers goalkeeper Gurpreet Singh Sandhu said that the rivalry will remain intact.

U.S downed World Cup-bound Paraguay 2-1 in friendly

IANS | November 16, 2025 11:50 AM

Chester, Nov 16 (IANS) The U.S Men’s National Team started a two-match series against World Cup-bound South American opponents during the November international window with a confident display, securing a 2-1 victory over a lively Paraguay side at Subaru Park. The team took an early lead with a fourth-minute goal from midfielder Gio Reyna and clinched the win with a second-half winning strike by striker Folarin Balogun.

Football

AFC Women’s Champions League: East Bengal trump Bam Khatoon in group opener

Norway, Portugal book FIFA World Cup 2026 spots

Arsenal's Gabriel ruled out after thigh injury on Brazil duty

Indian football needs better coaches in youth system to uplift its status, says FIFA WC-winner Lothar Matthaus

Blue Tigers brace for fierce and competitive game in Bangladesh

U.S downed World Cup-bound Paraguay 2-1 in friendly

Spain surge toward 2026 WC berth; Switzerland too prosper

Uruguay to test depth against Mexico, US

Croatia locks up World Cup berth after overcoming early Faroese strike

Turkiye bans 102 footballers over widening betting scandal

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