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AIFF suspends Deepak Sharma for alleged physical assault of two women players

April 2, 2024 17:14 IST

Two footballers of Himachal Pradesh-based Khad FC, taking part in the Indian Women's Football (IWL) League second division, had alleged that Sharma, the owner of the club, had barged into their room and physically assaulted them on the night of March 28.

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola with Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at full time REUTERS

Manchester City vs Arsenal or Guardiola vs his shadow Mikel Arteta or Rodri vs Declan RiceSubscriber Only

March 31, 2024 17:55 IST

Manchester City vs Arsenal: Effectively, the Premier League face-off is not a title-decider in the strictest of sense. But it is an event, and an event within an event.

AIFF executive committee member Deepak Sharma has been arrested in Goa for assaulting two women players. (PHOTO: AIFF's X handle)

AIFF executive committee member Deepak Sharma arrested for assaulting two women players

March 31, 2024 12:01 IST

On its part, the AIFF has asked Sharma to refrain from game-related activities till the conclusion of a probe. The AIFF stopped short of suspending Sharma.

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Football: After India’s disastrous outing against Afghanistan, AIFF sets up committee to discuss Igor Stimac’s comments

March 30, 2024 10:38 IST

India had a disastrous performance in the recently concluded World cup Qualifiers against Afghanistan where the first match which was held in Saudi Arabia ended as a draw while the second one, which was held in Guwahati, saw India suffer a 1-2 defeat

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Ukraine defeat Iceland to qualify for Euros, their first tournament since Russian invasion

March 29, 2024 10:08 IST

As the thousands of Ukrainians celebrated the historic win inside the stadium in Poland, millions more at home, who have had very little to cheer about since the invasion, got a rare reason to rejoice amid a war.

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Indian football fans want Igor Stimac sacked, but he isn’t national team’s main problem; failed domestic structure, ISL are

March 28, 2024 09:58 IST

A failed domestic structure, an ISL that doesn't prepare India players for the elite level and footballers who don't want to get out of their comfort zone are some of the issues plaguing Indian football.

India vs Afghanistan FIFA Qualifier

FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Why losing to Afghanistan is a new-low for Indian football

March 27, 2024 08:33 IST

Four of Afghanistan's players do not have a club to play, the Afghans struggled to put a team together for the World Cup qualifiers due to disputes between the players and management.

Vinicius Jr. on racist abuse

‘I’m losing my desire to play’, says tearful 23-year-old Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr

March 27, 2024 17:48 IST

Toxic club rivalries fuelling deranged fandoms coupled with racist targetting of players is leading the Real Madrid star to lose desire to play, though he will keep fighting.

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FIFA World Cup qualifiers: Coach Igor Stimac puts his job on line as India play virtual must-win match

March 26, 2024 08:05 IST

Croatian says he will resign if India don't progress to Round 3 of the qualifiers as his team faces nemesis Afghanistan in a crucial tie.

Brazil's Endrick celebrates scoring their first goal with Vinicius Junior and teammates. (Reuters)

Endrick: The Brazilian striker who scored the winner against England can walk in the footsteps of Romario and RonaldoSubscriber Only

March 29, 2024 08:35 IST

The 17-year-old showed great instincts and skill at Wembley as his father's relives his dream of playing for the country.

In a World Cup qualifier second-round match, Igor Stimac's India could only manage a predictable nil-nil draw in Abha, Saudi Arabia against Afghanistan, ranked 158 to India’s 117. (PHOTO: AIFF Media)

Football: Igor Stimac’s India fire a blank in front of goal – again – in disappointing draw against Afghanistan

March 23, 2024 10:14 IST

India, who last scored a goal in November 2023, unable to find the target yet again as they are held to a goalless draw by the lower-ranked opponent

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India vs Afghanistan: Why Sunil Chhetri and Co’s World Cup qualifier comes at a crucial juncture for Igor Stimac

March 21, 2024 18:14 IST

After effectively ignoring the continental tournament, Croatian coach aware that magical land for Indian football will be reaching the next round of the World Cup qualifiers

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Live Streaming: The AFC Asian Cup match between India vs Afghanistan will be played at Abha in Saudi Arabia.

India vs Afghanistan Live Streaming, 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier: When and where to watch match live

March 20, 2024 20:24 IST

2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifier Live Streaming, India vs Afghanistan Football Match: With midfielder Jeakson Singh and defender Anwar Ali back in the team after lengthy injury lay-offs, Sunil Chhetri and Co will fancy their chances against 158th ranked Afghanistan.

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Why do multimillionaire footballers opt to cut holes in their socks?

March 21, 2024 09:11 IST

Most players cut these holes in their socks in order to relieve pressure from their calf muscles due to their tight fits.

Manchester United's Amad Diallo celebrates scoring their fourth goal

Amad Diallo, Manchester United’s hero vs Liverpool: ‘It’s not easy when you are fasting’

March 19, 2024 08:10 IST

With the last kick of the match Amad Diallo fired Manchester United into the semifinals after registering a 4-3 win over Liverpool in a thrilling FA Cup quarterfinal.

Al-Hilal extented their winning streak to 29 after they beat Damac 2-1. (Reuters)

Al-Hilal have won most matches in a row, but Cruyff’s Ajax still the benchmarkSubscriber Only

March 18, 2024 17:27 IST

That Al-Hilal has won 28 games in a row only points to the lack of competitive edge in the Saudi league; since its inception in 1974, Al-Hilal have been crowned champions 18 times, while a 19th title is sealed.

Champions League Draw Live Updates: UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final Draw will take place at the UEFA headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland

Champions League Quarter-Final Draw highlights: Real Madrid to take on Manchester City; Arsenal to face Bayern Munich

March 16, 2024 07:20 IST

UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final Draw: Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, Manchester City, PSG and Real Madrid are in the quarterfinals.

Champions League Quarter-Final Live Stream: The UCL draw will take place in Nyon, Switzerland

Champions League Quarter-Final Draw Live Streaming: When and where to watch the UCL draw

March 15, 2024 15:58 IST

UEFA Champions League Quarter-Final Draw Live Streaming: Real Madrid, Manchester City, Barcelona and Arsenal headline the final eight.

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Champions League: Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta accused by Porto manager of insulting deceased family member

March 13, 2024 16:47 IST

When asked about the exchange after the game Arteta denied to comment on it

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Premier League: Guardiola vs Klopp might be over on the sidelines, but a fascinating three-way managerial race remains with ArtetaSubscriber Only

March 12, 2024 00:11 IST

The Manchester City & Liverpool managers have made each other better, but Arsenal boss may fill the void once the German leaves

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This Premier League weekend, watch out for Sunny Singh: First Indian-origin referee, prison officer until last year

March 9, 2024 10:49 IST

Sunny Singh will officiate in the match between Crystal Palace and Luton Town; Sunny's father Jarnail Singh Gill, 62, is also a referee and so is his brother Bhupinder.

East Bengal vs Mohun Bagan

Kolkata derby controversy: East Bengal announce discrepancies in ticket prices will be corrected as Mohun Bagan threaten boycott

March 8, 2024 21:16 IST

The last time these two sides met in a derby was on 3rd February when both the clubs came away with a point after the match was tied.

The 2023/24 UEFA Champions League final will take place at London's historic Wembley Stadium

UEFA Champions League: What does the new format change mean for your favourite club?

March 6, 2024 17:18 IST

Riffing off UEFA Super League and English second division knockout playoffs, Europe's grandest tournament looks to jazz up its jaded format

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Paul Pogba: A career destined for the stars that could end as one of the greatest what-if stories in footballSubscriber Only

March 5, 2024 16:56 IST

French World Cup winner could play in various positions, but didn't make any his own while his attitude also contributed to his downfall.

Manchester City fixtures

Pep Guardiola’s title march: Manchester City’s March madness set to continue with huge upcoming fixtures

March 4, 2024 19:16 IST

Haaland has been among goals but missed too many sitters this season, including putting the ball over the bar from point blank range against United on Sunday.

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