Football

India, ranked 14, in Asian region, are high on confidence following their title triumph in the Intercontinental Cup recently.

Englishman Steve Coppell was today appointed as the new head coach of two-time Indian Super League champions ATK following their disappointing ninth place finish in the last edition of the tournament.

Cristiano Ronaldo has accepted a two-year suspended prison sentence and fine of 18.8 million euro after being accused of defrauding the Spanish government in unpaid tax.

Atletico Madrid striker Antoine Griezmann was rumoured to be making a move to Barcelona in the summer transfer window.

Anthony Martial, 22, has a year left on his current contract but talks of a renewal remained stagnant over the past few months.

Unai Emery, will take over the reigns of Arsenal as manager, and will face a tough challenge in his first match, as they face the defending champions.

Under a new agreement between UEFA and Galatasaray, the club will need to reach full break-even compliance by monitoring period 2021-2022, the Club Financial Control Body said in a statement on UEFA's website.

Sunil Chhetri feels India should play against top-10 ranked sides of the continent in the next few months if the country desires to do well in next year's Asian Cup.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino said on Wednesday he will run for re-election as head of soccer's global governing body.

The North American bid began the campaign as strong favourites but Morocco has enjoyed some success over recent months and the result could be closer than anticipated.

What awaits the club's former player and reserve team coach when he takes over after the World Cup in Russia?

The Intercontinental Cup triumph was an achievement in itself but the Asian Cup next year would be a different ball game, Indian football team captain Sunil Chhetri said on Tuesday.

Spain coach Julen Lopetegui will take over as Real Madrid manager on a three-year contract after the World Cup, the European champions said on Tuesday.

Portugal internationals William Carvalho, Gelson Martins, Bruno Fernandes and Dutch striker Das Bost all filed notice with the Portuguese Securities Market Commission on Monday.

Swansea City have appointed Graham Potter as their new manager on a three-year contract from Swedish side Ostersunds, the Championship club said on Monday.

New York City FC manager Patrick Vieira has left his position to join French Ligue 1 club OGC Nice, both teams said on Monday.

Watford have completed the signing of winger Gerard Deulofeu from Barcelona on a five-year contract.

Sunil Chhetri scored a brace in the final against Kenya to lead India to a 2-0 win in the Intercontinental Cup final played in Mumbai.

Indian football team has turned into a decent home side but it is in desperate need for away games, says inspirational skipper Sunil Chhetri