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Sandip G
Sandip G, Delhi-based, writes primarily on cricket and football. He pens a weekly football column, Total Football. In 15 years of sports journalism, he has covered a vast spread of sports, including World Cups in three different sports (cricket, football and hockey).
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Euro 2020: Roman dynasty, to be builtSubscriber Only
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Italy has never had a period of sustained success, the next target for Roberto Mancini and his men.
Tue, Jul 13, 2021
Messi downs ghosts and hostsSubscriber Only
July 11, 2021 20:32 IST
Wins the elusive major trophy for Argentina after years of being hounded by criticism of picking silverware only for his club, Barcelona
Mon, Jul 12, 2021
How Argentina defeated Brazil: Tight defence, clipping wings and isolating NeymarSubscriber Only
July 11, 2021 19:41 IST
A solid defence led by Nicolas Otamendi, a midfield crowding the flanks to negate Brazil's pace and old-fashioned man-marking of Neymar were the crucial elements as Argentina beat Brazil in the Copa America final.
Mon, Jul 12, 2021
Euro 2020 Final: One giant step for Italy coach ManciniSubscriber Only
July 11, 2021 09:43 IST
For the pragmatic Italy coach, Sunday's Euro final is a chance to bury regrets of an unfulfilled playing career with the country.
Sun, Jul 11, 2021
Euro 2020 final: How England and Italy match up tacticallySubscriber Only
July 10, 2021 23:14 IST
Pace, Italy’s left-sided problem, midfield tussle and Kane would be the talking points on Sunday.
Sun, Jul 11, 2021
Copa America final: Neymar vs Argentina, Messi vs BrazilSubscriber Only
July 10, 2021 09:38 IST
The premier South American rivalry may not be so violent today, but Copa final provides enough plotlines and narratives
Sat, Jul 10, 2021
Euro 2020: Raheem Sterling the hero, and actorSubscriber Only
July 08, 2021 23:02 IST
England's go-to forward faces criticism for the alleged 'dive' in the UEFA Euro 2020 semi-final against Denmark that resulted in the game-changing penalty kick in extra-time.
Fri, Jul 09, 2021
Euro 2020: Italy on the spotSubscriber Only
July 08, 2021 09:23 IST
There's more than luck involved in winning a shootout, as was seen in Spain-Italy nerve-shredder
Thu, Jul 08, 2021
Euro 2020: England leading from the backSubscriber Only
July 07, 2021 02:06 IST
England’s resolute defence is the biggest reason for their progress, but Southgate may need to improvise against Denmark.
Wed, Jul 07, 2021
Sergio Busquets and Jorginho: The enchanting invisible enforcers at Euro 2020Subscriber Only
July 06, 2021 01:03 IST
Holding midfielders Sergio Busquets and Jorginho are expected to control the tempo of the UEFA Euro 2020 semi-final between Spain and Italy at Wembley Stadium on Tuesday.
Tue, Jul 06, 2021
Just for (free) kicks: Messi shows his in-swinger is refined to divine perfectionSubscriber Only
July 05, 2021 00:26 IST
Lionel Messi conceptualised Argentina’s first two goals, one of which featured a no-look pass. Then he scrawled his name on the night with a swipe of his left foot as the ball traced a long, sharp arc towards the top corner.
Mon, Jul 05, 2021
Euro 2020: High culture defence keeps Azzurri’s soul intactSubscriber Only
July 04, 2021 00:39 IST
Vibrant and velvet might be this Italian team, but they have neither forgotten nor forbidden the soul of their football. Their defence, still, is their essence.
Sun, Jul 04, 2021
Euro 2020: Harry Kane bounces back like Alan ShearerSubscriber Only
July 03, 2021 12:31 IST
After late goal against Germany, England captain can now unleash his might.
Sat, Jul 03, 2021
Kasper Hjulmand: Friend, philosopher, guide… coachSubscriber Only
July 01, 2021 22:14 IST
Denmark’s Kasper Hjulmand has emerged as the rallying force following the sudden exit of star midfielder Christian Eriksen.
Fri, Jul 02, 2021
Right-footed left-backs hold the key in Italy versus Belgium clashSubscriber Only
July 01, 2021 18:26 IST
Belgium have only beaten Italy once before in a competitive match -- in the 1972 European Championship quarterfinals.
Fri, Jul 02, 2021
Indian-origin American Abhimanyu Mishra becomes youngest ever chess GrandmasterSubscriber Only
July 01, 2021 01:55 IST
Abhimanyu Mishra was just two-and-a-half-years old when his father Hemant, who works in data management, introduced him to chess.
Thu, Jul 01, 2021
Immigrants script Swiss success in Euro 2020Subscriber Only
June 30, 2021 07:34 IST
Journeyman players and men of diverse ancestries knock world Champions France out
Wed, Jun 30, 2021
Euro 2020: Spain flies on young wingsSubscriber Only
June 27, 2021 19:00 IST
Teenager Pedri at the heart of revival after two tepid performances.
Mon, Jun 28, 2021
Out-of-the-box skill: Long-range goals in European Championships shoot into footballing folkloreSubscriber Only
June 26, 2021 01:37 IST
Long-rang attempts and goals are rare these days, but when successful provide thrill and great adrenalin rush
Sat, Jun 26, 2021
In nascence of his career, Kyle Jamieson’s haymakers floor India’s batting eliteSubscriber Only
June 24, 2021 01:51 IST
Last year, in his audition, Kyle Jamieson made telling blows with the ball and bat to knock India down. And now, on the grandest stage, the WTC final, he landed granite-punches.
Thu, Jun 24, 2021
Once aspiring cop and psychology student, Robin Gosens now Germany’s unusual saviourSubscriber Only
June 23, 2021 09:04 IST
Only last year had Ronaldo refused to exchange jerseys with him or even acknowledge him after a feisty duel between Juventus and Atalanta. "I was hurt. I cried," he said later.
Wed, Jun 23, 2021
Euro 2020: More arrows in Italy’s quiverSubscriber Only
June 22, 2021 07:57 IST
Ingenious free-kicks just another weapon in burgeoning Italian arsenal
Tue, Jun 22, 2021
The Italian Renaissance: How Mancini’s team transformed into a goal-machineSubscriber Only
June 17, 2021 23:15 IST
From a strong-armed defensive firm, Italy have remoulded into a silver-footed attacking group. From habitual one-zero goal-grinders, they have reengineered into ravenous goal merchants.
Fri, Jun 18, 2021
Euro 2020: Mancini’s Italy spread wings, take flightSubscriber Only
June 16, 2021 03:17 IST
By creating width on field, Italy coach Mancini has mobilised wingers into action.
Wed, Jun 16, 2021
Euro 2020: The world at Kylian Mbappe’s feetSubscriber Only
June 14, 2021 22:11 IST
With searing speed, enviable skill and voracious appetite for goals, the possibilities are infinite for Kylian Mbappe at UEFA Euro 2020.
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