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Cristiano Ronaldo Jr with his teammates at Al Nassr Youth Academy. (PHOTO: REUTERS)

Cristiano Ronaldo’s son selected for U-16 Portugal team for first time

October 21, 2025 11:42 IST

Watch the video of his free kick goal for Al Nasr junior team that went viral in September

‘I wouldn’t play Isak’: Wayne Rooney slams Liverpool’s Swedish striker after another anonymous performance vs Manchester United

October 20, 2025 21:46 IST

Since arriving at Anfield, the Swedish striker has played 7 matches in all competitions and has scored just once, which was against Southampton in the League Cup.

Barcelona manager Hansi Flick says he does not like his grandchildren seeing his outbursts: ‘Maybe I have to change my behaviour’

October 20, 2025 21:13 IST

In Barcelona's last Champions League encounter, they narrowly lost to holders Paris Saint Germain 1-2.

Matteo Gabbia prevents Leao from pulling off shirt

Why Matteo Gabbia did not let teammate Rafael Leao celebrate by preventing AC Milan winger from pulling his shirt off

October 20, 2025 19:59 IST

Leao started to celebrate by trying to take his shirt off only for Gabbia to intervene as he grabbed the back of the winger's jersey with two hands and forced it back on.

Graham Potter appointed as manager of underperforming Sweden national team

October 20, 2025 18:50 IST

Apart from Isak and Gyokeres, Sweden also boast of talents like Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall, and wingers Anthony Elanga of Newcastle and Roony Bardghji of Barcelona.

Ronaldo, who is looking to play in next year's World Cup, is also focussed on managing his workload and give himself a chance to compete in the showpiece (AP Photo)

Cristiano Ronaldo to not travel to India for Al Nassr’s AFC Champions League 2 match vs FC Goa: Report

October 21, 2025 08:32 IST

According to local news reports, Cristiano Ronaldo may not travel to India for Al-Nassr's AFC Champions League 2 match against FC Goa.

Most of the other Liverpool players including the talismanic Salah have struggled for consistency. (PHOTO: AP)

Why Mo Salah shouldn’t be a guaranteed starter for Liverpool anymore? Jamie Carragher answers

October 20, 2025 14:06 IST

Salah has been way below his record-breaking form from last season's campaign and has gone seven matches without a non-penalty goal.

Manchester United beat Liverpool at Anfield 2-1 in a Premier League game. (PHOTO: AP)

Manchester United must get their midfield in order but victory over Liverpool can create the right team energySubscriber Only

October 20, 2025 20:04 IST

Manager Ruben Amorim won't get carried away by Manchester United's 2-1 win over Liverpool

Since that loss to Crystal Palace at the end of September, Liverpool lost to Galatasaray in the Champions League and Chelsea & Man United in the Premier league. (PHOTO: REUTERS)

Why Liverpool look far from the free-flowing side they were last season

October 20, 2025 20:05 IST

When the times were good, the last-minute goals were hailed as ‘the champion mindset’ and Liverpool’s ‘never give up’ attitude. But it papered over the cracks, which have now exposed their frailties

Manchester United’s Harry Maguire heads late winner in 2-1 defeat of struggling Liverpool

October 19, 2025 23:19 IST

Liverpool, who have now lost four consecutive games across all competitions, dropped to fourth in the table on 15 points, four behind leaders Arsenal.

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Liverpool vs Manchester United Live Streaming, Premier League Match: When and where to watch LIV vs MUN live?

October 19, 2025 21:32 IST

Liverpool vs Manchester United Live Streaming, Premier League 2025 Football Today Match Streaming Online: The Indian Express gives all the livestreaming details of the match between LIV vs MUN at Anfield on Sunday.

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India vs England Live Cricket Streaming, Women World Cup 2025: When and where to watch IND-W vs ENG-W Live?

October 19, 2025 13:37 IST

India Women (IND W) vs England (ENG W) Live Cricket Score Streaming, Women World Cup 2025: Here is how you can watch the IND vs ENG Women's World Cup group-stage match to be held at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore.

Why Barcelona and Girona players stood still for 15 seconds after kick off in La Liga encounter

October 18, 2025 22:26 IST

Even Barcelona coach Hansi Flick and his players were not pleased at having to travel 7,200 kilometers (4,500 miles) to play a regular season game.

Sporting Club Delhi launched, to make debut in Super Cup after being rebranded from Hyderabad FC

October 18, 2025 20:05 IST

Sporting Club Delhi will replace Hyderabad FC in the Super Cup, which means their first ever match will be against Mumbai City FC in the Super Cup

With this win, India finished top of Group G with six points, and qualified for the AFC tournament in China next year, their first-ever continental qualification at this age group. (Photo Credit: AIFF)

India come from behind to seal maiden AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup qualification

October 17, 2025 23:57 IST

India came from behind after an inspired first-half substitution by head coach Joakim Alexandersson, bringing on Thandamoni Baskey in place of Bonifilia Shullai in the 40th minute.

AIFF has set the deadline of submission of bids is November 5 while bidders can seek clarifications till October 21. The bids will be opened on November 11. (AIFF Photo)

AIFF’s RFP: No franchisee fee for clubs in ISL, commercial partner to provide video support system

October 17, 2025 23:51 IST

The All India Football Federation (AIFF) on Thursday issued the RFP, inviting bids to award the right to monetise the commercial rights of the top-tier league for the next 15 years.

Gennaro Gattuso: ‘Will take credit if we manage to qualify, otherwise will go and live far away from Italy. I’m already a bit far away’

October 17, 2025 13:53 IST

The 2006 World Cup winner lives in Marbella, Spain anyway, but will be too devastated to be anywhere near Italy if they fail qualification a third time

Indonesia's coach Patrick Kluivert speaks during a press conference ahead of the World Cup qualifying match against Australia at the Sydney Football Stadium in Sydney, Australia, on March 19, 2025. (AP Photo)

Patrick Kluivert’s stint as Indonesia head coach over after team misses out on World Cup spot

October 17, 2025 01:14 IST

“The defeats against Saudi Arabia and Iraq were bitter lessons, but also reminders of how high our shared dreams are,” Kluivert wrote. “As head coach, I take full responsibility.”

File image of US President Donald Trump holding the FIFA World Cup Winners Trophy as FIFA President Gianni Infantino looks on during an announcement in the Oval Office of the White House. (AP Photo)

FIFA says over 1 million tickets sold for 2026 World Cup in North America

October 16, 2025 23:24 IST

Ticket data has shown that the lowest-priced seats — set at $60 — were available for at least 40 matches. Almost all seats for the vast majority of matches were set at a much higher price.

Indian football in limbo: 10 ISL clubs demand answers on league’s future from AIFF; Read full letter

October 16, 2025 21:43 IST

ISL clubs have sent a joint letter directed to AIFF, accusing it of a “breach of trust” over the delay in finalising the tender for a new commercial partner.

Former Liverpool and Newcastle player Jonjo Shelvey. (Photo: Reuters)

Rising crime rate in London prompts ex-Liverpool star Jonjo Shelvey’s move to UAE

October 16, 2025 13:07 IST

By various accounts, London has been described as the phone-snatching capital of the world. According to the Metropolitan Police, about 80,000 mobile phones were snatched in the British capital last year.

Following India’s exit from AFC 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, Bhaichung Bhutia terms Sunil Chhetri’s decision to reverse retirement ‘a mistake’

October 15, 2025 21:54 IST

Bhutia was reacting to India's exit from the Asian Cup qualifiers after the third round following their 1-2 defeat to Singapore in Goa.

England's Harry Kane celebrates with teammates after qualifying for the FIFA World Cup. (Photo: REUTERS)

FIFA World Cup 2026: Full list of qualified countries; Major teams to suffer elimination; Confederation-wise list

October 15, 2025 16:33 IST

Check the full list of qualified teams for the 2025 FIFA World Cup set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

How dual-nationality players combined with home-grown heroes with salaries of ~ Rs 31,000, in helping Cape Verde qualify for FIFA World Cup

October 15, 2025 00:03 IST

The island nation, with population less than 6 lakh, off the coast of Senegal, had beaten Cameroon earlier to top the qualification group of Group D in Africa