The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is set to undergo a significant transformation in its work culture, moving away from a laid-back attitude and aiming for a more result-oriented approach. This overhaul is part of a comprehensive roadmap designed to elevate the Indian national football team to one of the…
Read MoreFans wrestle with a (largely) beer-free World Cup in Qatar
A group of friends from Nottinghamshire, England, who were accustomed to lively soccer matches back home, were disappointed to learn that no beer would be available until halftime during the Brazil-Croatia game at the primary Doha fan zone. This fan zone is one of the few places where World Cup…
Read MoreSpanish court acquits soccer star Neymar in fraud trial
On Tuesday, a Spanish court acquitted soccer star Neymar and his co-defendants in a fraud and corruption trial related to Neymar’s 2013 transfer from Santos to Barcelona. The plaintiff, Brazilian company DIS, had alleged that Neymar, his father, and the former presidents of Santos and Barcelona had deliberately concealed the…
Read MoreInjured Naseem Shah ruled out of 3rd test against England
Due to a shoulder injury, Pakistan’s young fast bowler, Naseem Shah, will not be able to participate in the third and final test match against England. This setback follows Naseem’s shoulder discomfort during the initial test match in Rawalpindi, which caused him to miss the subsequent test in Multan. The…
Read MoreLigue 1: Milik scores brilliant goal as Marseille move clear in 2nd
Arkadiusz Milik secured a remarkable decisive goal, propelling Marseille to a 2-1 victory over Metz in the French league and solidifying their hold on second place, securing an automatic Champions League spot. The powerful Polish striker, entering the game as a substitute, notched his fourth goal in two league matches.…
Read MoreBundesliga: Promoted Bochum beats Bundesliga leader Bayern Munich 4-2
Bochum, newly promoted to the Bundesliga, shocked Bayern Munich by securing a surprising 4-2 victory over the reigning champions on Saturday. This unexpected triumph prevented the league leaders from extending their lead to 12 points. Despite Robert Lewandowski’s early opener for Bayern, reminiscent of their 7-0 victory in September, Bochum…
Read MoreWilliam Carvalho’s goal gives Betis edge over Rayo in Copa semifinal
In a crowded penalty area, William Carvalho demonstrated the finesse that would make most top strikers proud. The Real Betis midfielder, surrounded by defenders, calmly executed a skillful nutmeg, sliding the ball between the legs of the opposing defender before composedly slotting a low shot into the back of the…
Read MoreInternational friendlies will help in preparation for Asian Cup qualifiers: Jhingan, Gurpreet
Senior players of the Indian football team, Sandesh Jhingan and Gurpreet Singh Sandhu, view the upcoming international friendlies against Bahrain and Belarus as a “perfect opportunity to test our skills” in preparation for the Asian Cup qualifiers. The friendlies are scheduled for March 23 and March 26 in Manama, Bahrain.…
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