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Manchester United's head coach Ruben Amorim with his players during Premier League. (Photo: AP)

‘The quality is not there’: Paul Scholes points to “deep-rooted” issues in Man United, says Amorim ‘cannot carry on playing this way’

September 16, 2025 18:05 IST

On Sunday, the Reds were given a proper 3-0 thrashing by arch-rivals Manchester City, where their star striker Erling Haaland stole the show with a brace.

The unpredictable UCL format is the first challenge that PSG have to navigate through to reach the promised land. (Photo: Reuters)

PSG set to find out why retaining the Champions League is harder than winning itSubscriber Only

September 16, 2025 13:54 IST

With Liverpool, Manchester City and Arsenal bolstering their squads with big bucks for new signings, Luis Enrique's French champs might find the going tough.

‘I accept any decision’: Under-fire United boss Amorim admits fate is in club’s hands after 3-0 defeat to Man City

September 15, 2025 19:03 IST

Frustrated United fans left the Etihad Stadium long before the final whistle.

Manchester City will host United in Premier League match on Sunday. (Photo: Reuters)

Manchester derby chance for two teams to come out of a slumpSubscriber Only

September 14, 2025 13:56 IST

Manchester United are themselves not in pristine shape, with a win, a loss and a draw in their three outings so far.

Manchester City striker Erling Haaland missed a penalty in the second half on Thursday. (Reuters)

‘We’re not same team anymore’: Haaland demands adaptation from struggling Man City, says ‘I have to take more responsibility’

September 14, 2025 13:29 IST

Manchester City went trophyless for the first time in eight years in 2024-25 season.

Inter Milan's Marcus Thuram and Juventus' Khephren Thuram in action. (Photo: Reuters/AP)

Juventus-Inter thriller becomes Thuram derby as French legend’s sons steal the spotlightSubscriber Only

September 14, 2025 12:45 IST

Both Thuram brothers found the target within six minutes of each other, with Khephren making it 3-3 with about eight minutes of normal time left, before a long-range strike by 19-year-old substitute Vasilije Adzic in the first minute of injury time settled the contest in Juventus’ favour.

Manchester City vs Manchester United livestreaming

Manchester City FC vs Manchester United FC: When and where to watch MCI vs MUN in India?

September 19, 2025 15:21 IST

MUN will take on MCI at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday at 9 PM.

Neymar has not played for Brazil since October 2023, when he suffered serious knee ligament injuries that have plagued his comeback attempts. (Photo: REUTERS)

Ancelotti lays out condition for Neymar’s return in World Cup squad: ‘In his best physical condition, he will have no problems’

September 13, 2025 13:21 IST

Neymar missed out on the World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia with a minor leg muscle injury. However, he later said his exclusion was for technical reasons.

Ange Postecoglou during a training session with Spurs. (Photo: AP)

‘I knew it was coming’: Postecoglou breaks silence on Spurs sacking after Nottingham Forest appointment

September 12, 2025 13:46 IST

The 60-year-old said he has nothing more left to prove when he takes over at Nottingham, and his Spurs exit was not surprising to him.

Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark’s opening game at the European Championship in 2021. (Reuters Photo/File)

Denmark midfielder Christian Eriksen joins Wolfsburg

September 11, 2025 12:49 IST

Christian Eriksen has made 310 appearances in the Premier League.

Police said Wednesday that the fan who abused Mbappe was taken into custody after being identified during an investigation launched following an official complaint by the Spanish league. (AP Photo)

Fan detained after racially insulting Kylian Mbappe during Spanish league game

September 10, 2025 23:52 IST

Police said the fan, who was not publicly identified, was accused of making monkey gestures and sounds toward Real Madrid star.

WC 2026 Qualifiers: While Ronaldo equalled the qualifying record, Erling Haaland smashed a staggering five on Tuesday. (AP)

WC 2026 qualifiers: Cristiano Ronaldo equals world record, Haaland nets FIVE in Norway’s 11-1 win

September 10, 2025 09:51 IST

FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers: Cristiano Ronaldo equalled the world scoring record with his 39th qualifier goal for Portugal as Norway superstar Erling Haaland blasted five to push his team towards first finals qualification in 37 years.

The crisis leaves Barcelona, coming off a LaLiga title and strong Champions League run, as a club without a home with the season already under way. (AP Photo)

Barcelona to play LaLiga home opener at 6000-seater training ground with Camp Nou not ready

September 10, 2025 01:11 IST

The club announced on Tuesday that they will face Valencia at the Johan Cruyff Stadium on Sunday, a modest venue at their Sant Joan Despi training facilities on the outskirts of Barcelona.

Italy's Sandro Tonali, center, runs with the ball during a Group I, World Cup qualifier soccer match between Israel and Italy at the Nagyerdei Stadium in Debrecen, Hungary, Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. (AP Photo)

Who is Sandro Tonali who saved Italy’s World Cup qualifying campaign with goal in 91st?Subscriber Only

September 10, 2025 04:10 IST

While Italian media keeps manifesting his return to Italy, the midfielder is happy to play at Newcastle where he gets to learn more

Isak is a surefire first choice strike option for Liverpool, having scored 27 goals in all competitions last season. (Photo: Liverpool FC)

‘Happy I became a Liverpool player’: Isak focuses on football after frosty Newcastle exit

September 9, 2025 19:18 IST

The 25-year-old completed a 125 million pounds ($169.46 million) switch from Newcastle United to Liverpool on transfer deadline day, bringing an end to a transfer saga that had dragged on throughout the close season.

Keane got in a brace to extend his fine form for Italy scoring three goals in 3 World Cup qualifiers. (Reuters Photo)

What is Gennaro Gattuso’s KRA (Kean-Retegui Attack) Italian mode that turned chaotic in 5-4 win against Israel?Subscriber Only

September 9, 2025 17:24 IST

'If there is something Italy can celebrate, it is the emergence of a growing attacking partnership between Kean and Mateo Retegui', declared Manuel Locatelli who scored an own goal, then stopped a third own goal frim going in but loved the rampaging of the duo up front

Italy scraped past Israel 5-4 in a pulsating WC 2026 qualifier match. (Reuters)

‘It was murder…’: Gennaro Gattuso calls Italy’s 5-4 Israel win his ‘craziest game’ as coach, World Cup hopes stay alive

September 9, 2025 09:36 IST

World Cup qualifiers 2026: In a madcap contest, the Italians scored two own goals, twice came from behind and conceded a late equaliser but scrambled a win to stay in the hunt in Group I.

India didn't go into a shell after conceding in the second half. (Photo Credit: AIFF)

India stun Oman on penalties, start Khalid Jamil era by finishing third at CAFA Nations CupSubscriber Only

September 9, 2025 08:26 IST

India showed they can be tough to score against, can capitalise on chaos in opposition but remain toothless in attack, while finishing 3rd out of 8 teams in Central Asian Cup

Rooney, who finished his club career with 313 club goals in 763 games for Everton, United, DC United and Derby, is also United’s all-time top goal scorer with 253 goals.

‘I used to pretend to be Michael Owen…’: Wayne Rooney amid debate over who’s betterSubscriber Only

September 8, 2025 23:01 IST

Owen had won the Ballon d'Or in his early years but injuries derailed his career. Roonely, on the other hand, finished as England and Manchester United's all-time highest goalscorer

India vs Oman Football Today Match Live Score Updates, CAFA Nations Cup 2025: India will be hoping for a win but they haven't been able to beat Oman in their last 10 attempts.

India vs Oman, CAFA Nations Cup 2025 third-place playoff highlights: IND beat OMA on penalties, finish third in CAFA Nations Cup

September 8, 2025 22:29 IST

India vs Oman, CAFA Nations Cup 2025 third-place playoff highlights: India managed to beat Oman 3-2 on penalties and thus sealed third place against all expectations in the CAFA Nations Cup.

India vs Oman 3rd place playoff CAFA Nations Cup livestreaming

India vs Oman Football CAFA Nations Cup 2025: When and where to watch IND vs OMA match?

September 14, 2025 08:33 IST

The Indian Express gives all the live-streaming details of the clash on Saturday from Tajikistan.

Cristiano Ronaldo struck a stunning 46th-minute goal to double his tally against Armenia. (Reuters)

‘First Step Taken’: Cristiano Ronaldo breaks Messi’s World Cup qualifying record to kickstart Portugal’s 2026 bid

September 7, 2025 13:14 IST

WC Qualifiers 2026: With his 140th strike for Portugal, Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed his long-time rival Lionel Messi on the all-time goal-scoring charts in FIFA World Cup qualifiers, moving up to 38 goals in 48 appearances

‘Can’t detect any DNA in national team’: Lothar Matthaus slams Germany after loss to Slovakia in World Cup qualifiersSubscriber Only

September 6, 2025 22:14 IST

The sporting director Voller says he backs the coach Julian Nagelsmann and the team to rebound quickly

Inter Milan's Lautaro Martinez during UEFA Champions League semi-final against Barcelona. (PHOTO: AP)

The Bull, Lautaro Martinez on Ballon d’Or: ‘They underestimate me. I’m among the top five in the world, but…’Subscriber Only

September 6, 2025 18:20 IST

Martinez says the 0-5 drubbing his Inter-Milan suffered at the hands of PSG caused him the “deepest pain” he has ever faced.

Luis Suarez has been banned for six matches following his spitting incident against Seattle Sounders. (AP)

Luis Suarez spitting incident: Inter Miami star banned for six games, issues apology

September 6, 2025 08:32 IST

As the Sounders concluded a 3-0 victory in Seattle to win the Leagues Cup, the teams got in a scuffle that featured the Luis Suarez spitting incident as well as Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets appearing to throw a punch.