football

T-model to Trionda: The history of FIFA World Cup match balls

Tango. Azteca. Telstar. The FIFA World Cup has produced a host of iconic footballs that have graced the tournament over the years.
3 October 2025, 11:15 AM

Zidane’s son Luca called up by Algeria after switch of allegiance

The goalkeeper, who played for France at junior level, made the switch after the move was approved by soccer's world governing body FIFA last month.
3 October 2025, 01:06 AM

Man City 'not good enough' for frustrated Haaland

Haaland scored both the visitors' goals at the Stade Louis II to take his tally for the season to 17 in just 10 appearances for club and country.
2 October 2025, 13:02 PM

CL Matchday 2 round-up: Big wins and late drama steal the show

Paris Saint-Germain struck late in Barcelona to claim a dramatic win, joining Arsenal and Qarabag on six points from two matches.
2 October 2025, 07:43 AM

Yamal takes centre stage in Barca-PSG showdown

With the new Ballon d’Or holder, PSG star Ousmane Dembele sidelined through injury, the stage is clear for his Barcelona successor to stake an early claim for next year’s crown.
1 October 2025, 05:16 AM

Memories aren’t enough, only victory matters: Mourinho after Chelsea defeat

“Hopefully I come back here in 20 years with my grandkids,” Mourinho said. “They belong to my history and I belong to their history.”
1 October 2025, 04:35 AM

Suarez double in vain as Chicago sink Messi's Miami

Suarez's second-half brace was in vain as a weary Miami -- playing their sixth game in 17 days -- ran out of steam before conceding two late goals at home in Fort Lauderdale.
1 October 2025, 03:32 AM

Milan's iconic San Siro on course for demolition

One of the world's most famous stadiums is set for demolition after Milan city hall early Tuesday approved the sale of San Siro, nicknamed football's La Scala, to the city's two football giants.
30 September 2025, 07:30 AM

Champions League blockbusters: Who rules the night?

Chelsea’s very own Jose Mourinho arrives with a roar, and then there’s the Barcelona-PSG blockbuster.
30 September 2025, 04:44 AM

19,000 tickets snapped up in 24 minutes for Bangladesh–Hong Kong clash

A total of 19000 tickets -- 18000 gallery tickets and 1000 clubhouse tickets -- for Bangladesh’s forthcoming home tie against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers were sold out within 24 minutes of it being released online today, confirmed Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF).
28 September 2025, 10:35 AM

Bangladesh call up US-based Zayyan for Hong Kong matches

US-based left-back Zayyan Ahmed has been drafted into the 28-member preliminary Bangladesh squad for their two matches against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers following his impressive performance for the Under-23 side in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Vietnam earlier this month.
28 September 2025, 06:53 AM

Messi blanked, Miami stumble to Toronto stalemate

Argentina superstar Messi had gone into Saturday's game in Toronto in blistering form, bagging five goals in his previous three appearances for Miami.
28 September 2025, 02:58 AM

Haaland's goal numbers are 'insane': Guardiola

Haaland has scored in four straight league games as City bounced back from back-to-back losses to Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton & Hove Albion with a 3-0 win over Manchester United and a draw at Arsenal before thrashing Burnley.
27 September 2025, 19:27 PM

10-man Chelsea suffer 3-1 home defeat by Brighton

Brighton had looked second best after intense pressure from Chelsea in the first half and a 24th-minute headed goal from Enzo Fernandez.
27 September 2025, 16:39 PM

Atletico thrash Liga leaders Real Madrid in gripping derby

Julian Alvarez struck twice to earn Atletico Madrid an emphatic 5-2 derby victory over LaLiga leaders Real Madrid on Saturday, ending their rivals' perfect start to the season.
27 September 2025, 16:28 PM

Liverpool beaten by Crystal Palace to end perfect start

Eddie Nketiah's 97th minute strike gave Crystal Palace a 2-1 win.
27 September 2025, 16:19 PM

U-17s fall at final shootout

Bangladesh came from behind twice, including a dramatic stoppage-time equaliser, but ultimately fell 4-1 to India in a penalty shootout in the final of the SAFF Under-17 Championship at the Race Course Ground in Colombo on Saturday.
27 September 2025, 14:51 PM

Amorim under pressure as Brentford stun Man Utd

United have lost three of their six Premier League games this season, winning just twice, and are languishing in 13th place.
27 September 2025, 13:48 PM

West Ham sack manager Potter

West Ham United have sacked manager Graham Potter, the Premier League club said on Saturday, with the team languishing 19th in the table with three points from five matches.
27 September 2025, 09:59 AM

Mascherano sees Busquets’ retirement as ‘extra motivation’ for Inter Miami

Inter Miami head coach Javier Mascherano believes Sergio Busquets’ retirement announcement can inspire his side to finish the season strong.
27 September 2025, 06:40 AM