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Espanyol files appeal saying Barcelona ‘improperly fielded’ Robert Lewandowski in derby

January 3, 2023 17:20 IST

Before the World Cup break, Lewandowski was handed over a three-match ban after being sent off against Osasuna for showing inappropriate gestures towards the officials.

Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo arrives in Saudi Arabia. (Reuters)

Cristiano Ronaldo Al Nassr contract clause: May join Newcastle on loan if Magpies seal UCL spot

January 3, 2023 14:52 IST

As per the media report, Cristiano Ronaldo has a clause in his Al Nassr contract that he might leave on loan to Newcastle United if they secure a champions league spot next season.

Sol Campbell gives nine reasons why he deserves Knighthood

January 3, 2023 14:42 IST

Campbell expressed his discontent after his name was left out of the New Year's Honours list for knighthood.

Fans gather outside of University of Cincinnati Medical Center, late Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, in Cincinnati, where Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin was taken after collapsing on the field during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals. (AP Photo/Jeff Dean)

Damar Hamlin of Buffalo Bills in critical condition after collapsing at NFL gameSubscriber Only

January 3, 2023 12:48 IST

Medical personnel administered CPR and attended to him for 10 minutes as players from both teams were visibly upset, some shedding tears on the sideline while others circled together and knelt in prayer.

My uncle taught Pelé guitar: The mourning is deeper in one citySubscriber Only

January 3, 2023 10:04 IST

For those who never met him, his soul seems to permeate the place, representing a unifying spirit in Brazil despite, or maybe because of, inequity.

Pele, Pele cremation, Pele dies, Pele passed away

Brazil bids farewell to ‘king of soccer’ Pele with 24-hour wake

January 3, 2023 12:35 IST

Mourners lined up to see Pele's body in an open casket in the center of the field at the Vila Belmiro stadium, home of the Santos Football Club. Pele died on Thursday at 82 after battling colon cancer.

Luka Modric, Cristiano Ronaldo, Sergio Ramos, Real Madrid

Modric turned down offer from Al Nassr but possible reunion of Real Madrid stars in Saudi not ruled outSubscriber Only

January 3, 2023 08:50 IST

Al Nassr, the Riyadh based club, also want to sign Sergio Ramos

Spanish politician Miguel Angel Revilla (right) slammed Cristiano Ronaldo and his girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez. (AP)

Cristiano Ronaldo’s £250k Christmas present gifted by Georgina Rodriguez slammed as ‘pornographic’

January 3, 2023 08:38 IST

The £250,000 Rolls Royce that Georgina Rodriguez gave to Cristiano Ronaldo for Christmas has been dubbed as "pornographic" by Spanish politician Miguel Angel Revilla.

‘I regret having done the tattoo’: Fan who got Messi’s name tattooed on forehead after World Cup win

January 3, 2023 08:39 IST

Colombian fan Mike Jambs took to Instagram and said, "I regret having done the tattoo because instead of bringing me positive things, it's led to lots of negative things, both personally and for my family.

Brentford's Mads Roerslev, Ben Mee, Rico Henry and Ethan Pinnock celebrate after the match; Manchester United's head coach Erik ten Hag gives instructions to his players; Real Madrid's Toni Kroos reacts. (AP | Reuters)

While You Were Asleep: Brentford sink Liverpool, Man United in hunt of a striker, Ancelotti believes Kroos will stay at Real Madrid

January 3, 2023 07:54 IST

Relentless Brentford rattle Liverpool with a 3-1 victory. Manchester United are short in attack following Cristiano Ronaldo's departure. Carlo Ancelotti believes Toni Kroos will renew his contract which is set to expire.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino gives his condolences to Marcia Aoki, the widow of Brazilian soccer great Pele, during the wake at Vila Belmiro stadium in Santos, Brazil, Monday, Jan. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Andre Penner)

Every country should name a stadium after Pele: Gianni Infantino

January 3, 2023 09:31 IST

Infantino, who was speaking at Pele's funeral, added, “I am here with a lot of emotion, sadness, but also with a smile because he gave us so many smiles. As FIFA, we will pay a tribute to the ‘King’ and we ask the whole world to observe a minute of silence."

Unbeaten from 12 matches, Mumbai City FC secured their ninth win of the season to regain the top spot, two points clear of Hyderabad FC. (Twitter/Indian Super League)

Mumbai City FC thrash Odisha, regain top spot

January 2, 2023 23:12 IST

The home side had a solid defensive start and Mumbai City failed to breach the resolute defence of goalkeeper Amrinder Singh in the first-half. But the Mizoram midfielder began the goal-spree when he opened the scoring in the 55th combining well with Jorge Diaz.

The coffin with the remains of Brazilian soccer great Pele is carried for his wake on the pitch of the Vila Belmiro stadium in Santos, Brazil, Monday, Jan. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Matias Delacroix)

Fans mourn Pelé at public viewing in Brazil stadium

January 2, 2023 21:50 IST

The Brazilian soccer great died Thursday after a battle with cancer. He was 82.

In this photo provided by Al Nassr Club, Cristiano Ronaldo arrives at Riyadh International Airport, late Monday. ( (Courtesy of Al Nassr Club via AP))

Cristiano Ronaldo lands in Riyadh ahead of his move to Al Nassr

January 3, 2023 09:13 IST

Ronaldo completed a lucrative move to Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on Friday in a deal that is a landmark moment for Middle Eastern soccer but will see one of Europe's biggest stars disappear from the sport's elite stage.

Martinez, who had an extended time off after leading the La Albiceleste to a third World Cup title has been in the news and faced criticism for the excessive tone of his celebrations.

Emiliano Martinez gets guard dog worth £20,000 to protect World Cup winner’s medal

January 2, 2023 19:26 IST

The Aston Villa goalie bought a Belgian Malinois guard dog which have been used by the SAS and US Navy Seals in combat zones and the World Cup winner reportedly made the purchase from Elite Protection Dogs in order to protect his family as well as his World Cup winner's medal, the outlet further stated.

Alexis Mac Allister returns to Brighton after winning World Cup with Argentina. (Twitter/Screengrab)

Watch: Argentine Alexis Mac Allister gets to lift World Cup again, courtesy his club Brighton

January 3, 2023 09:37 IST

According to recent reports, Chelsea are really interested in signing the Argentine from Brighton as Graham Potter looks to turn things around at the Stamford Bridge. There have also been interests from Liverpool, Tottenham as well as league leaders Arsenal.

"First I tried to take Messi," Garcia said at a press conference days after Ronaldo had signed a lucrative deal with the Saudi Arabian club.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s new Al Nassr coach jokes he wanted to sign Lionel Messi first

January 2, 2023 17:20 IST

As per the reports, Messi's Paris Saint Germain will travel to Saudi Arabia in January for a mid-season friendly.

Lukaku missed a huge chunk of games in the first half of the season due to hamstring and thigh injuries which affected his return to the national team as Belgium crashed out of the World Cup in the group stage.

Lukaku hopes to convince Chelsea to extend his stay at Inter

January 2, 2023 16:15 IST

The 29-year-old is on loan from Chelsea and sealing a permanent move back to Inter could be difficult as the Premier League side looks to recoup the 97.5 million pounds ($117.50 million) they paid the Serie A club in August 2021.

Facundo Medina was part of the Lens team that handed PSG their first Ligue 1 defeat of the season. (Reuters/Messi on Instagram)

‘They were missing the best player in the world’: Lens player says absence of Messi reason behind PSG’s loss

January 2, 2023 13:11 IST

“Do you still have doubts that Messi’s the best? I think it's a strange question you're asking me. We have to enjoy him,” Medina further added.

Van Dijk fired up for ‘crazy season’ with Liverpool after World Cup exit

January 2, 2023 12:45 IST

Van Dijk said he has since had some time to reflect on the "intense game" and hoped to lead the Netherlands to Nations League glory at the end of the season on home soil.

Nottingham Forest v Chelsea - The City Ground, Nottingham, Britain - January 1, 2023 The big screen displays a message reading 'LGBTQ+ Trickies' during the match (REUTERS/Carl Recine)

Forest investigating alleged homophobic chants during Chelsea game

January 2, 2023 11:09 IST

"The club are aware of reports concerning chants aimed at Chelsea supporters from a minority of fans this evening and do not condone any type of discriminatory or offensive behaviour"- Forest

Antonio Mateu Lahoz has been known for his harsh refereeing across world football corridors. (Reuters)

16 yellow cards, two reds: Mateu Lahoz, who showed 18 cards during the Argentina-Netherlands World Cup match lights up Barcelona-Espanyol La Liga meet

January 2, 2023 11:01 IST

While seven of Barcelona players were booked, including left back Jordi Alba being sent off, six Espanyol also had their names written by the Spanish ref that included Vinicius Souza receiving two yellows and eventually a red.

Fans arrive at Vila Belmiro to pay tribute to Football King Pele. (Screengrab/Twitter)

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