PSG Defeat Montpellier 5-2 In French League Ligue 1
Neymar and Paris Saint-Germain put on yet another stunning performance in a 5-2 victory over Montpellier in the French league. While making his comeback from a groin ailment, Kylian Mbappe opened his account but missed a penalty. On August 13, Neymar struck twice to give the reigning champion his third goal in as many league… read-more
Tags: Lionel Messi, Football, Neymar, PSG, Montpellier
Courtesy: Zee news
Qatar To Play Ecuador In FIFA World Cup 2022 Opening Match On November 20
FIFA World Cup 2022 will begin on November 20, with Qatar playing Ecuador in the first match at Al Bayt Stadium. On August 11, FIFA Council Bureau unanimously decided to begin FIFA World Cup in Qatar on November 20. It was originally slated to begin on November 21. The scheduling modification was made to allow the host nation to play the first game of the… read-more
Tags: Football, Qatar, Ecuador, 2022 FIFA World Cup, opener match
Courtesy: ANI
Arsenal Begin English Premier League Campaign With Victory Against Crystal Palace
Arsenal's newcomers had an early effect, defeating Crystal Palace 2-0 in English Premier League opener. In the first half, left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko set up the first goal, while attacker Gabriel Jesus generated many chances and defender William Saliba played flawlessly in his debut start for Arsenal. "The way we started the game, the way we played the first half an hour, I think was superb," stated Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta.
Tags: Premier league, Arsenal, Crystal Palace, Football, Oleksandr Zinchenko
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India Defeats Maldives In SAFF U20 Championship, To Face Bangladesh In Finals
A ten-man India U20 team beat the Maldives on August 2 in their last league match at the Kalinga Stadium, securing a spot in the final of the SAFF U20 Championship. In the final, India U20 will play Bangladesh U20 on August 5. Earlier, Maldives' only attempt at an Indian goal came in the opening minute, but Indian goalkeeper Som Kumar dove to his right to deflect a Zain Zafar free-kick.
Tags: India, Maldives, Football, SAFF U20 championship, Bangladesh
Courtesy: ANI
Kerala Conducts Mud Football Tournament To Spread Anti-Drug Message
Jan Shikshan Sansthan, Malappuram, Kerala, held a mud football event as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to promote anti-drug messaging among tribal communities. The sport featured eight teams representing various colonies. The competition was won by Rupas Nedunkayam. Chaliyar Panchayat hosted the competition on a specially prepared field. The JSS is working on projects to eradicate the use of alcohol and drugs in tribal settlements.
Tags: mud football tournament, Football, anti-drug, Kerala, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav
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Footballer Sunil Chhetri Says He's Old But Fit, Shares Video
Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri shared a video on his Instagram handle. speaking about his fitness. Posted on July 29, in the video, Chhetri said,“For the last one month, I was holidaying in Europe, eating everything. In about 5 days of training, we have a deep Test. I won’t tell you the scores but they could not beat me. So next time you call me old, think about it.”
Tags: Football, Sunil Chettri, Fitness, Video, Instagram
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
Preseason Training For ISL Mumbai City FC To Take Place In Dubai
Mumbai City FC will go to Dubai for pre-season coaching camp in order to be in shape in peak condition for the next season in Indian Super League. From July 25 to August 12, the team will base in the port city of Jebel Ali, Dubai, for a 19-day training camp. During 2021-22 season, the franchise made history by being the first Indian team to win AFC Champions League game.
Tags: Mumbai, Football, Dubai, Indian Super League, Mumbai City FC
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Kashmir Mega Football Tournament Ends With FC Hyderia Champions
The Kashmir Mega Football Tournament, organized by the Voice For Peace and Justice, finished in the JKSC playground Sehpora, with the FC Hyderia football club becoming the winners. The event included 32 teams from Kashmir, with the final being between Sadam Tigers and Hyderia Football Club. Trophies, mementos, cash… read-more
Tags: kashmir, Kashmir Mega Football Tournament, Voice for Peace and Justice, Football, Nigeria
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Atletico Madrid's President Enrique Cerezo Plays Cool When Questioned About Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is prepared to take a 30% wage cut to join the Spanish club Atletico Madrid. The 37-year-old is eager to return to Spain, and Madrid is his top desire. However, when asked about the Manchester United forward, Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo remained calm, stating, "This question is very easy. We have… read-more
Tags: Cristiano Ronaldo, Atletico Madrid, Manchester United, Spain, Football
Courtesy: Zee news
Hyderabad FC Signs Spanish Player Odei Onaindia, Ahead Of ISL
Reigning Indian Super League (ISL) champions Hyderabad FC have signed Spanish player Odei Onaindia, to further strengthened their squad. The joining was ahead of the upcoming season of the football match. The club made an official announcement on July 22. Odei, who was part of the squad in 2020-21 season, returns to the side where he played a crucial role in what was a new-look young team, back then.
Tags: Hyderabad FC, Odei Onaindia, sports, Football, agreement
Courtesy: Press Trust of India