Lula says Brazil has 'capable' coaches, reacting to Ancelotti hire

Brazil doesn't need foreigners to coach its national football team, President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said Tuesday following the appointment of Real Madrid's Carlo Ancelotti to head the Selecao.
13 May 2025, 20:35 PM

BCB seeks government clearance to finalise Pak tour

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) will seek government clearance before finalising their upcoming tour of Pakistan, which includes five T20Is scheduled for later this month.
13 May 2025, 14:47 PM

Departing Ancelotti has 'no problem' with Real

"Football, like life, is an adventure that begins and ends," added the 65-year-old, who also lifted the European Cup twice as AC Milan coach.
13 May 2025, 12:07 PM

How much will Carlo Ancelotti earn as Brazil coach?

Ancelotti’s first match in charge of Brazil will be on June 6, when the Seleção face Ecuador in the opening round of South American World Cup Qualifiers.
13 May 2025, 09:27 AM

15,000 Argentine fans to be banned from Club World Cup

Argentine Security Minister Patricia Bullrich handed the United States Embassy in Buenos Aires on Monday a list of 15,000 violent football fans who will be banned from stadiums during the upcoming Club World Cup.
13 May 2025, 05:14 AM

Can Ancelotti conquer his final mountain?

Brazil wants to reclaim its crown. Ancelotti wants one final masterpiece. The timing may be perfect.
13 May 2025, 03:28 AM

From unpaid to unsafe: Bangladesh referees in freefall

A spate of incidents has occurred within the past month where referees were assaulted over on-field decisions by club officials, players and supporters.
13 May 2025, 03:00 AM

Atalanta start the party after securing Champions League place

Atalanta will compete in Europe's elite club competition for the fifth time since 2019.
13 May 2025, 02:25 AM

Hamza's Sheffield United ease into Championship playoff final

United will face the winner of the second semi-final in the May 24 English second-tier playoff decider at Wembley with Sunderland leading Coventry City 2-1 ahead of the second leg of their tie at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday.
13 May 2025, 02:10 AM

PWD confirm promotion to top-tier football after over three decades

PWD used to be a regular outfit in top-flight football in the 80s and early 90s
12 May 2025, 18:28 PM

Raphinha-Yamal: Barcelona’s duo of destruction

Together, they have not only lifted Barça back to domestic supremacy but turned every encounter against Real Madrid into a stage for their individual magic.
12 May 2025, 15:36 PM

Ancelotti to take charge of Brazil at season's end

 Italian Carlo Ancelotti, one of the most decorated managers in world football, will become Brazil coach after leaving Real Madrid at the end of the season, the Brazilian FA (CBF) said on Monday after finally landing their first-choice candidate.
12 May 2025, 13:46 PM

Alonso poised to take over at Real Madrid: reports

Former Spain midfielder Xabi Alonso is set to become the next Real Madrid manager on a three-year deal when he leaves Bayer Leverkusen after this season, Spanish media reported on Monday.
12 May 2025, 12:24 PM

Krishna strikes twice in Bhutan debut

Bangladesh national team striker Krishna Rani Sarkar made a stunning return to form in the opening match of the Bhutan Women’s Football League, scoring twice for her club Transport United. On Monday, her team thrashed U-17 Gelephu Academy 8-0 in a dominant performance.
12 May 2025, 11:17 AM

Flick lauds 'clever' Yamal after stunning Clasico turnaround

Yamal's name now sits comfortably among Clasico folklore — and at just 17, he isn’t just part of Barça’s future. He’s already shaping its present.
12 May 2025, 04:42 AM

'We made some glaring mistakes': Ancelotti rues Real's defensive errors

The Italian tactician, normally a picture of sideline serenity, could only shake his head as his injury-ravaged defense struggled against Barcelona's relentless assault at a sold-out Montjuic Olympic Stadium.
12 May 2025, 03:40 AM

'Embarrassed' Amorim raises doubts about Man Utd future after West Ham loss

Three days after United reached the Europa League final, they were brought back down to earth by another lowly side in the Hammers, with the London club recording their first top-flight win at Old Trafford since 2007.
12 May 2025, 03:07 AM

Forest owner Marinakis confronts Nuno after draw deals Champions League blow

Nottingham Forest manager Nuno Espirito Santo said "football is emotions" after club owner Evangelos Marinakis confronted him on the pitch following a 2-2 draw at home to Leicester on Sunday that threatens to scupper their hopes of Champions League qualification.
11 May 2025, 20:09 PM

'Not nice to hear Alexander-Arnold booed by Liverpool fans'

Trent Alexander-Arnold was booed by Liverpool fans during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Arsenal as Andrew Robertson admitted it was "not nice" to hear the jeers for his team-mate in his first appearance since announcing he will leave the champions at the end of this season.
11 May 2025, 18:21 PM

'We'll defend better next season': Barca's Flick after wild Clasico win

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick pledged to work on his team's defending next season after his side edged Real Madrid 4-3 in a thrilling La Liga Clasico on Sunday to put one hand on the title.
11 May 2025, 18:14 PM