football

I really don’t care if Iran plays in World Cup: Donald Trump

"I really don't care. I think Iran is a very badly defeated country. They're running on fumes," Trump told Politico.
4 March 2026, 09:58 AM

Will Iran play in the 2026 World Cup in the United States?

World football's governing body is remaining cautious regarding the possibility of Iran pulling out of the World Cup.
3 March 2026, 19:55 PM

‘Women’s team needs exposure’

Since her appointment as a Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) director in November last year, renowned corporate figure Rubaba Dowla has been actively involved in several key areas of women’s cricket. In an exclusive interview with The Daily Star’s Samsul Arefin Khan, Rubaba shared her experience at the BCB so far, her vision for women’s cricket and various challenges.
3 March 2026, 08:30 AM

South Korea outclass Iran

The Koreans, runners-up to China in the 2022 edition, totally dominated a brave but outclassed Iran, who showed no signs of being affected by the war raging at home, while some supporters waved shah-era flags.
2 March 2026, 18:23 PM

Spain-Argentina 'Finalissima' in Qatar at risk amid US, Israel attacks on Iran

The contest between European Championship winners Spain and Copa America champions Argentina was scheduled for March 27 at Doha's Lusail Stadium, with potential big-name draws including Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi.
2 March 2026, 11:05 AM

Players who cover mouths when speaking could be sent off: Infantino

Argentina's Prestianni was accused of racially abusing Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior during a Champions League game last month, while covering his mouth with his shirt.
2 March 2026, 10:28 AM

Messi bags double as Miami battle back to down Orlando

Reigning MLS champions Miami, beaten in their season-opener last week, looked to be heading for another defeat after dominant Orlando raced into a 2-0 first-half lead in front of their home fans.
2 March 2026, 08:59 AM

Kerr on target as Australia make winning start

After the 44,379-strong crowd -- a record for the Women's Asian Cup -- was warmed up by American singer Audrey Nuna of "KPop Demon Hunters" fame, big cheers greeted the players when they emerged onto the pitch.
1 March 2026, 18:05 PM

Iran prepare for Women's Asian Cup as bombs drop on homeland

Football chiefs offered "full support and assistance" to the Iranian team in Australia Sunday for the Women's Asian Cup after the United States and Israel launched massive attacks on their homeland.
1 March 2026, 12:24 PM

Australia look to reignite 'Matildas mania'

Bangladesh will make their historic debut in the competition on March 3 against China.
1 March 2026, 10:50 AM

Red-hot Kane eyes Lewandowski's Bundesliga goals record

He scored twice for the fourth straight league game to bring his goal tally for the season to 30, and to within 11 of Lewandowski's record of 41, set in the 2020-21 campaign with Bayern.
1 March 2026, 10:39 AM

Inter continue Scudetto march after Champions League humbling

Inter, whose fans unloaded a collection of anti-Milan chants in anticipation of the derby, have dropped just two points in 15 league matches and have been a cut above the rest in Italy's top flight this season.
1 March 2026, 10:20 AM

Prity ready to give her best if given chance

Young winger Sauravi Akanda Prity said Bangladesh are using their remaining training sessions to correct mistakes and settle into unfamiliar surroundings as the team finalises preparations for their historic debut in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in Australia.
28 February 2026, 13:45 PM

Four collect nomination papers for top post in Mohammedan SC polls

Four candidates -- Barkat Ullah Bulu, Joynal Abedin Faruque, Sajed AA Adel and Shawkat Aziz Russel – today bought nomination papers to run for the president’s post in the upcoming Mohammad SC Ltd elections on March 9.
27 February 2026, 20:49 PM

China not taking Bangladesh lightly

China's Australian coach Ante Milicic believes North Korea may pose the biggest threat to China in the group stage but didn't want to take Bangladesh lightly in the AFC Women's Asian Cup in Sydney.
27 February 2026, 00:44 AM

Ronaldo buys stake in Spanish second-division Almeria

"It has been a long-time ambition of mine to contribute to football," the statement quoted Ronaldo as saying.
26 February 2026, 19:39 PM

Champions League round of 16 draw: Potential matchups

Teams can be drawn against clubs they faced in the league phase or from the same national association.
26 February 2026, 11:45 AM

Real Madrid win ‘for everyone who is against racism’: Tchouameni

The Frenchman was referring to the first leg of the play-off tie, which Madrid won 1-0 last week, which was marred by alleged racial abuse aimed at Vinicius Junior by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni.
26 February 2026, 10:20 AM

Carrick hails 'ruthless' match-winner Sesko after Man Utd’s win over Everton

Sesko is yet to start in Carrick's six matches in charge but has come off the bench to net in three of his last four appearances with vital goals.
24 February 2026, 09:48 AM

UEFA suspend Benfica's Prestianni after alleged racist abuse

Prestianni will miss Wednesday's return leg at the Santiago Bernabeu, with Real Madrid holding a 1-0 lead from the first leg in Lisbon.
23 February 2026, 21:08 PM