England should have won World Cup hosting before Saudi Arabia, says Blatter

England should have won the hosting rights for the soccer World Cup before the next free date in 2038 and before Saudi Arabia which will hold the 2034 edition, former FIFA President Sepp Blatter said on Tuesday.
25 February 2025, 18:56 PM

Guardiola denies City rebuild is biggest challenge of career

Guardiola, whose fourth-placed team have won six out of the past seven Premier League titles, said he was not fazed by the challenge of rejuvenating City, whom he joined in 2016.
25 February 2025, 17:00 PM

Ancelotti slams 'absurd, unsustainable' schedule

If Madrid progress as far as possible in the Champions League and Copa del Rey, as well as the Club World Cup in the summer, they could play 72 games this season.
25 February 2025, 16:17 PM

Galatasaray accuse Mourinho of 'racist statements' after Istanbul derby

While it was not clear which statements Galatasaray were referring to, Mourinho said the home side's bench had been "jumping like monkeys" and that the match would have been a disaster if a Turkish referee had been in charge.
25 February 2025, 03:10 AM

Man Utd announce up to 200 fresh job cuts to improve financial stability

United have also increased ticket prices despite a backlash from supporters.
24 February 2025, 18:08 PM

Trailblazer Ayonto draws ‘hope’ for Mahatos

For Ayonto, this breakthrough is “beyond expectations,” and success is not merely a personal triumph; it is a monumental milestone for the Mahato community.
24 February 2025, 18:01 PM

Neymar responds to jeering fans by scoring directly from corner

Jeering International Limeira fans provoked Neymar to score the first "olimpico" of his career, the Brazil international said on Sunday after guiding Santos to a 3-0 win in the Paulista Championship.
24 February 2025, 15:11 PM

BFF president's club uncertain in BCL!

Participation of four clubs in the upcoming Bangladesh Championship League (BCL) is seemingly hanging in the balance as Arambagh KS, NoFeL SC, Farashganj SC and Little Friends Club did not turn up on the last day of players’ registration on Sunday, demanding deferment of transfer timeline by a month.
24 February 2025, 15:00 PM

Veteran Modric a gift to football: Ancelotti

Modric, Ballon d'Or winner in 2018, scored Real's opener in the victory, controlling a looping clearance from a corner with his chest before unleashing a sublime long-range volley which arrowed into the top corner in the 41st minute.
24 February 2025, 04:09 AM

Salah-inspired Liverpool beat Man City to open up 11-point PL lead

Liverpool took a giant stride towards the Premier League title on Sunday as a 2-0 win over Manchester City opened up an 11-point lead at the top of the table over Arsenal.
23 February 2025, 18:35 PM

Butler banking on ‘new team’ but keeps door open for seniors

Putting the issue of senior and junior players aside, Bangladesh women’s football team coach Peter Butler termed his 23-member squad as a new national team, which will leave for Dubai on Monday night for two FIFA friendly matches against the United Arab Emirates.
23 February 2025, 18:30 PM

Modric hits rocket as Real Madrid beat Girona

Luka Modric scored a brilliant goal from long range to help Real Madrid secure a 2-0 win against Girona on Sunday which took them back level with Barcelona at the top of La Liga.
23 February 2025, 17:21 PM

Former soccer star Ozil goes into Turkish politics with ruling party

Former Germany, Real Madrid and Arsenal star Mesut Ozil, who retired in 2023, was elected Sunday to the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) party of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the party announced.
23 February 2025, 14:59 PM

Man City's title defence on life support ahead of Liverpool match

Reigning Premier League champions Manchester City will host league leaders Liverpool on Sunday searching for victory that could resurrect their season, but perhaps without their most important player.
23 February 2025, 05:42 AM

Atalanta coach Gasperini says he will not renew contract

Atalanta coach Gian Piero Gasperini does not intend to renew his contract with the Serie A club, he said on Saturday, adding that he would still explore the option of extending his current deal until 2026.
23 February 2025, 05:23 AM

Messi and Miami held by New York City in MLS opener

Messi provided the assists for both Miami's goals including the leveler which came in the 10th minute of stoppage time.
23 February 2025, 03:57 AM

Martinez fires Inter top of Serie A as Milan fall at Torino

Argentina striker Martinez's deflected header from a corner in the 78th minute was enough for champions Inter to get past revitalised Genoa and move a point above Napoli, who are at Como in Sunday's early kick-off.
23 February 2025, 00:48 AM

Barca battle to keep Liga lead as Atletico apply pressure

After Atletico Madrid beat Valencia 3-0 to temporarily take pole position, the Catalans replaced them with a narrow victory on the road and sit one point ahead of the Rojiblancos.
23 February 2025, 00:41 AM

Alvarez double takes Atletico top with Valencia win

Julian Alvarez bagged a brace to take Atletico Madrid provisionally top of La Liga with a 3-0 win at Valencia on Saturday.
22 February 2025, 20:05 PM

Arsenal's title hopes suffer Hammer blow

Arsenal's Premier League title challenge suffered a massive blow as the 10-man Gunners were beaten 1-0 at home by lowly West Ham on Saturday.
22 February 2025, 17:37 PM