football

Laporta stopped Messi Barca return to avoid power struggle: Xavi

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner left Barca for Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and then two years later moved to MLS side Inter Miami.
9 March 2026, 17:17 PM

Iran sing national anthem before bowing out of Women's Asian Cup

No public reason was given for the players' original stance over the pre-game national anthem.
8 March 2026, 18:24 PM

South Korea hold Australia in Women's Asian Cup thriller

The two teams finished on seven points apiece in Group A with the Koreans topping the pool on goal difference.
8 March 2026, 18:18 PM

Butler backs young Bangladesh to be ‘brave and bold’ against Uzbekistan

Consecutive defeats have left both sides’ hopes hanging by a thread, but victory will give them a fighting chance to advance as one of the two best third-placed teams from the three groups. 
8 March 2026, 18:10 PM

Yamal’s wonder strike seals Barcelona win over Athletic Bilbao

The champions restored their four-point lead over second-placed Real Madrid, who had temporarily closed the gap by beating Celta Vigo on Friday.
8 March 2026, 10:00 AM

Messi one goal shy of 900-goal landmark

The Argentine superstar's 80th goal for Miami takes his career tally to 899, leaving him just one away from reaching the 900-goal milestone.
8 March 2026, 09:43 AM

Japan hammer India 11-0 in Women's Asian Cup mismatch

The one-sided romp left Japan top of Group C with a maximum six points having beaten Taiwan 2-0 to start their title bid.
7 March 2026, 19:24 PM

PSG lose at home to open Ligue 1 title race

Monaco handed French champions Paris St Germain their first home defeat of the Ligue 1 season with a 3-1 away victory at the Parc des Princes on Friday that opened up the championship race.
7 March 2026, 09:42 AM

Valverde strikes late as Real Madrid beat Celta Vigo

Federico Valverde's heavily deflected 95th-minute drive snatched injury-hit Real Madrid a 2-1 win at Celta Vigo in La Liga on Friday.
7 March 2026, 09:34 AM

Slot relieved as Liverpool bounce back with Wolves revenge mission

Arne Slot admitted he was relieved that Liverpool's rollercoaster season left him with a good feeling for once after their 3-1 win at Wolves in the FA Cup fifth round on Friday.
7 March 2026, 08:10 AM

The first World Cup final: Two footballs, 300 bayonets and a death threat

The final of the first FIFA World Cup was not just a match—it was a nerve-wracking battle between two neighboring rivals: Uruguay and Argentina. Held at the Estadio Centenario in Montevideo, on July 30, 1930, that match remains etched in the annals of football history.
6 March 2026, 08:30 AM

Resurgence in red

There is a difference between facing an established champion and confronting a wounded giant hungry to reclaim lost ground.
6 March 2026, 00:30 AM

Spirited Bangladesh dare to defy North Korea

After going toe to toe against defending champions China in their AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 opener, Bangladesh are set to face another tournament favourites in North Korea in their second Group B match at the Western Sydney Stadium in Australia today, eyeing another bold showing.
5 March 2026, 22:30 PM

Australia beat Iran 4-0 to join South Korea in quarters

South Korea cruised into the final eight with a dominant 3-0 win over an outmatched Philippines.
5 March 2026, 19:49 PM

Carrick says 'defeat hurts' after first loss as Man Utd boss

Michael Carrick said "defeat hurts" after Manchester United's 2-1 loss at Newcastle on Wednesday -- the first time he has been beaten as manager of the club.
5 March 2026, 14:50 PM

Travel chaos threatens Iraq's participation in World Cup playoffs

The Iraqis are scheduled to play the winners of an earlier tie between Bolivia and Suriname in Monterrey on March 31 for a spot at the World Cup finals but are concerned they might not be able to get everyone to Mexico.
5 March 2026, 09:44 AM

Arsenal stretch lead at top as Man City falter

The Gunners have long been favourites to win their first English league crown since 2004 but Pep Guardiola's men have loomed large in their rear-view mirror.
5 March 2026, 08:51 AM

Misfiring Japan overcome Taiwan

The highest ranked team in the competition at eight, Japan are desperate for a third title to add to their back-to-back triumphs in 2014 and 2018.
4 March 2026, 16:22 PM

Iran women's team have 'so much concern' about families at home

The Iranian team are preparing to face host nation Australia on the Gold Coast Thursday after losing their opening game of the continental competition 3-0 to South Korea.
4 March 2026, 16:14 PM

The curse of expectation: Favourites and their repeated World Cup heartbreaks

From Austria’s ‘Wunderteam’ in 1934 to Hungary’s ‘Magical Magyars’ in 1954, or Brazil’s artistic 1982 side, the World Cup stage has repeatedly turned into a graveyard for pre-tournament favourites.
4 March 2026, 11:35 AM