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Manchester United midfielder Casemiro to leave at end of season

January 23, 2026 00:20 IST

United's decision not to extend or renew his contract was made far in advance of ‍Thursday's ⁠announcement as part of long-term squad overhaul plans. Casemiro had requested the club confirm his summer departure at this time.

Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma after letting in a goal during the Champions League soccer match between Bodo/Glimt and Manchester City in Bodo, Norway. (NTB via AP)

‘It was embarrassing’: Manchester City superstars fork out cash to refund 374 fans after humbling defeat to Bodo/Glimt

January 22, 2026 12:12 IST

An away ticket for the game in Norway cost about £25. This means Manchester City players will fork out around £9,357 towards paying back those who made the trip to the Arctic Circle.

World Cup jitters as US–Europe Greenland standoff raises boycott talks

January 21, 2026 20:28 IST

USA President Donald Trump’s close relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino has also caused unease among some members of the global footballing body and could become a further point of contention.

‘I don’t want to be booed at home’: Vinicius Jr after scintillating Champions League performance

January 21, 2026 15:23 IST

Vinicius Jr scored a goal and assisted two against Monaco in the Champions League to propel Real Madrid to a big 6-1 win on Tuesday night.

‘Some young coaches nowadays are arrogant’: Did Napoli coach Antonio Conte take dig at Ruben Amorim for Rasmus Hojlund treatment at Manchester United?

January 19, 2026 22:39 IST

Napoli coach Antonio Conte took an apparent dig at former Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim for the Portuguese's treatment of striker Rasmus Hojlund when at the club

WATCH: Senegal’s second goalkeeper Yehvann Diouf becomes unlikely hero after tussle for towel with ball boys in AFCON final

January 19, 2026 19:39 IST

Amid a chaotic AFCON final between Senegal and Morocco, Yehvann Diouf became an unlikely hero without even stepping foot on the field by protecting Senegal's goalkeeper Eduardo Mendy's towel while wrestling with ball boys.

Chelsea new manager Liam Rosenior in action. (PHOTO: Reuters)

Chelsea appointing Liam Rosenior is a landmark moment for black managersSubscriber Only

January 20, 2026 09:53 IST

40 percent of footballers in the EPL have black heritage, yet only 4.4 per cent have ever coached a club

Africa Cup of Nations | Sadio Mane’s finest victory: The ball wizard who chose peace

January 19, 2026 16:59 IST

Sadio Mane has scored spectacular goals, yet his legacy would be that he was the symbol of peace and calm on one of football’s wildest nights.

Senegal's head coach Pape Thiaw, left, Morocco's head coach Walid Regragui, right, and Morocco's Achraf Hakimi argue after a controversial penalty was awarded in the AFCON final. (AP Photo)

‘I apologise to football’, Senegal coach Pape Thiaw issues apology after AFCON final fiasco

January 19, 2026 13:50 IST

Senegal was protesting a disallowed goal on the other side, while referee Jean-Jacques Ndala’s decided to award a penalty to Brahim Diaz after VAR check.

The Afcon final on Sunday night between hosts Morocco and Senegal descended into a farce. (AP Photo)

African Cup final farce: Senegal walk-out after penalty but return to beat Morocco and win title

January 19, 2026 09:30 IST

AFCON Final: Senegal won 1-0 but the title was overshadowed by the drama that unfolded in the stoppage time at the end of the match.

‘If he wants to say something to me, he can come to wherever he wants’: Lisandro Martinez slams Paul Scholes for comments aimed at him ahead of Manchester derby

January 18, 2026 19:39 IST

Martinez expertly marshalled Haaland with the City attacker failing to score as United went on to win the match 2-0.

‘Worst thing is selling our captain one day before playing a PL game’: Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner slams club’s hierarchy

January 18, 2026 16:54 IST

Glasner lashed out following Palace's 2-1 loss to Sunderland, criticizing the club's decision to sell captain Marc Guehi to Manchester City.

Manchester United stun Manchester City 2-0 in Michael Carrick’s first game in charge

January 17, 2026 23:20 IST

In his first game in charge, Michael Carrick saw his team pull off a stunning 2-0 win against Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday to lift the gloom hanging over Old Trafford.

Manchester United FC vs Manchester City FC, Premier League Football: Mbeumo, Dorgu help United win 2-0

January 18, 2026 00:43 IST

Manchester United FC vs Manchester City FC: This is new United coach Michael Carrick's first game in charge at the club. And Harry Maguire almost gave Carrick the perfect start with a goal early on.

FIFPro said that it respects any voluntary agreement that players make with their clubs but flagged reports of clubs coercing players into accepting cuts. (ISL Photo)

FIFPro urges ISL clubs to ‘respect players’ contractual entitlements’ amid salary cuts

January 17, 2026 15:02 IST

Multiple clubs have now asked the players to take a salary cut of up to 25 per cent as the owners find ways to cut costs ahead of a truncated season.

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

January 17, 2026 17:22 IST

Manchester United vs Manchester City Live Streaming, Premier League 2025 Football Today Match Streaming Online: The Indian Express gives all the livestreaming details of the match between MUN vs MCI at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Mo Salah (L) sensationally claimed that his relationship with Liverpool manager Arne Slot has now broken down. (Reuters)

Arne Slot ends Mo Salah Cold War as Liverpool star prepares for dramatic Anfield return after AFCON

January 16, 2026 23:00 IST

Before he had left for AFCON, Salah had accused the club of “throwing him under the bus" before revealing that his relationship with Slot had broken down.

‘Selfless act’: FC Goa players, staff agree to salary cut ahead of truncated Indian Super League season

January 16, 2026 17:13 IST

In a statement posted on X, the Goan club said it held “honest and difficult conversations” with the squad and staff amid the ongoing turmoil in Indian football and the uncertainty surrounding the league.

From Punjab to Peru: Indian footballer Manisha Kalyan breaks new ground, joins Alianza Lima Femenino

January 16, 2026 18:09 IST

Alianza Lima will be the third overseas club of Manisha’s career. She began her professional journey in India with Sethu FC and Gokulam Kerala before moving abroad in 2022.

Wayne Rooney rued that Manchester United have lost their identity and the next manager must be the one who can understand the ethos of the club. (Reuters)

Wayne Rooney names his next Manchester United manager after Michael Carrick: ‘He knows the Premier League’

January 16, 2026 15:09 IST

Wayne Rooney agreed with Michael Carrick’s appointment as the interim manager, saying that the club was not in the right place currently, despite sitting in seventh place on the points table and one point off Champions League places.

Brazil are scheduled to play their group games in New Jersey, Philadelphia and Miami. (AP Photo)

Why Brazilian fans may not be able to attend 2026 FIFA World Cup

January 16, 2026 14:59 IST

Donald Trump's administration has halted visa applications from 75 countries – including many that will participate in this summer’s tournament

Tuchel reiterated the importance of social skills among players, acknowledging that the World Cup would be a demanding period for all of them

Thomas Tuchel says social skills could influence England’s 2026 World Cup squad: ‘We don’t select just for talent’

January 16, 2026 12:03 IST

Thomas Tuchel reiterated the importance of social skills among players, acknowledging that the World Cup would be a demanding period for all of them, and emphasised the team's tight-knit nature during the tournament’s duration.

AIFF says truncated ISL gets AFC recognition; ISL, Super Cup champions to get indirect slots

January 16, 2026 01:20 IST

Due to a delayed start to the season, the clubs will not be able to play the mandatory 24 matches in the season -- including top division league and domestic cup -- to be eligible to feature in the AFC Champions League 2.

Real Madrid players react after Albacete scored its second goal during the Copa del Rey round of 16 soccer match between Albacete and Real Madrid, in Albacete. (AP Photo)

‘We’ve hit rock bottom’: Real Madrid captain Dani Carvajal apologises to fans after Copa del Rey exit to 2nd-tier Albacete

January 15, 2026 10:14 IST

Not holding his punches, Real Madrid captain Carvajal said: "We all have to give a lot more and that is the reality. We also apologise to the fans and we are not, myself first, at the level and expectations of this club."