Mbappe still in spotlight at Real Madrid as Alaba, Vinicius near returns from injury

IANS | December 6, 2024 11:57 PM

Madrid (Spain), Dec 6 (IANS) Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti was forced to again answer questions about the form of Kylian Mbappe on Friday ahead of Saturday's La Liga visit to Girona. Madrid made the trip to Spain's northeast after having been beaten 2-1 by Athletic Bilbao on Wednesday night when it was outplayed and outrun.

ISL 2024-25: Resourceful Punjab FC climb to 3rd spot with clinical win over Mohammedan SC

IANS | December 6, 2024 10:30 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) Luka Majcen and Filip Mrzljak scored a goal apiece as Punjab FC triumphed over Mohammedan SC 2-0 in the 2024-25 season of the Indian Super League at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Friday night. While the scoreline says 2-0, PFC with 37.3% ball possession and five shots on target were resourceful in picking up this victory on their home turf.

Lionel Messi named MVP for 2024 season in Major League Soccer

IANS | December 6, 2024 9:46 PM

New Delhi, Dec 6 (IANS) Lionel Messi has been named the Most Valuable Player of the Major League Soccer (MLS) for the 2024 season, claiming the Landon Donovan MLS MVP title by capping off a remarkable season in which he led Inter Miami CF to unprecedented heights. The Argentine icon’s impact on the field was undeniable, as he helped Miami secure their first-ever Supporters' Shield title and set a new MLS single-season points record with 74.

PKL Season 11: Formidable Tamil Thalaivas thrash Gujarat Giants, win by 13 points

IANS | December 6, 2024 9:22 PM

Pune, Dec 6 (IANS) Moein Shafaghi led the way as the Tamil Thalaivas stormed past the Gujarat Giants and registered a big 40-27 win in Match 95 of Season 11 of the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) in the Badminton Hall at the Balewadi Sports Complex here on Friday. The Tamil Thalaivas won the contest with Shafaghi scoring 13 points, while Sourabh Fagare and Himanshu added seven each. For the Gujarat Giants, Himanshu Singh finished with 11 points.

I have no interest in who is behind me, says Spurs' Postecoglu on criticism from fans

IANS | December 6, 2024 9:07 PM

London, Dec 6 (IANS) Tottenham Hotspur, who suffered a 1-0 loss against Bournemouth on Friday (IST) will be looking to make some changes to their side as they look set to host Chelsea at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in a heavyweight clash on Sunday. Head coach Ange Postecoglu, who was involved in an animated chat with the Spurs faithful after their loss against the Cherries, has now stated the fans are not behind the Australian head coach.