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

'Soft' Man Utd have to survive this season, says Amorim

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim described his side as "soft" despite fighting back from 2-0 down to salvage a 2-2 draw at Everton on Saturday.
22 February 2025, 16:02 PM

Fernandes inspires Man Utd fightback in Everton draw

Bruno Fernandes inspired a Manchester United rally from two goals down to avoid another damaging defeat for Ruben Amorim in a 2-2 draw at Everton on Saturday.
22 February 2025, 14:50 PM

Abahani go 6-star, Kings cruise to victory

Abahani and Bashundhara Kings kept up the chase of league leaders Mohammedan with comfortable victories in their Bangladesh Premier League fixtures on Saturday.
22 February 2025, 13:24 PM

'Obsessed' Arteta wants Arsenal title charge

Mikel Arteta admitted he is "obsessed" with winning the Premier League title as he urged Arsenal to keep the pressure on leaders Liverpool.
21 February 2025, 20:13 PM

Real Madrid? I'm only focused on beating Wolves: Iraola

Speaking after training on Friday he played down the possibility of him succeeding Carlo Ancelotti at Real Madrid if the Italian decides to leave at the end of the season.
21 February 2025, 19:53 PM

Haaland a doubt for Man City showdown with Liverpool

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said Erling Haaland remains a doubt for Sunday's Premier League clash against Liverpool after sitting out his side's Champions League exit to Real Madrid.
21 February 2025, 14:40 PM

Mohammedan return to winning ways

Title contenders Mohammedan returned to winning ways in the Bangladesh Premier League with a 3-1 win against Dhaka Wanderers Club at the Shaheed Dhirendranath Datta Stadium in Cumilla on Friday.
21 February 2025, 14:18 PM

Man Utd to face Real Sociedad in Europa League last 16

Manchester United were drawn Friday to play Real Sociedad of Spain in the last 16 of this season's Europa League, while Rangers will take on Jose Mourinho's Fenerbahce, and Tottenham Hotspur face AZ Alkmaar.
21 February 2025, 14:18 PM

Real Madrid draw Atletico in Champions League last 16, Liverpool to face PSG

Champions League holders Real Madrid will play local rivals Atletico Madrid in the last 16 of the competition Liverpool will take on Paris Saint-Germain after the teams were paired together in Friday's draw.
21 February 2025, 12:04 PM

Blockbuster clashes ahead? Possible Champions League last-16 matchups revealed

One of the most anticipated matchups could see Bayern Munich or Real Madrid face either Atletico Madrid or Bayer Leverkusen, potentially igniting a Madrid derby.
21 February 2025, 07:10 AM

Dybala double helps Roma reach Europa League last 16 

Spanish forward Samu Aghehowa gave Porto the lead against Roma after a 1-1 draw in Portugal last week, but two quick-fire goals from Dybala turned the tie in favour of the 2023 runners-up.
21 February 2025, 04:04 AM

Barcelona face Las Palmas with Liga lead strength test beckoning

Having clawed their way back to the top of the pile, leading Los Blancos on goal difference, Hansi Flick's side are determined to hold on to top spot.
21 February 2025, 03:46 AM