football

Hamza arrives in Dhaka for much-anticipated Asian Cup Qualifier against Singapore

The English Premier League-bred midfielder made his debut for Bangladesh against India during the Asian Cup qualifiers in Shillong. The match ended in a goalless draw, with Hamza earning praise for his standout performance.
2 June 2025, 05:57 AM

Neymar apologises after costly red card in Santos defeat

Neymar’s return to Santos has been anything but smooth. Since rejoining his boyhood club, the 33-year-old has featured in just 13 matches, missing 124 days due to injury and contributing only 3 goals and 3 assists. Sunday’s red card added to the growing frustration surrounding his comeback.
2 June 2025, 04:28 AM

Jugantor crowned champions in Kool-BSJA Media Cup Football

Daily Jugantor emerged as champions in the Kool-BSJA Media Cup Football Tournament after defeating ATN Bangla 2-0 in the final at the Paltan Outer Stadium in Dhaka today.
1 June 2025, 16:15 PM

Two dead and 500 arrested in France during PSG win celebrations

Wild celebrations erupted across the French capital and beyond on Saturday night after Paris St Germain crushed Italian opponents Inter Milan to win the Champions League for the first time.
1 June 2025, 13:12 PM

‘Something good will happen’: Afeida upbeat ahead of Jordan test

The women in red and green impressed in their tournament opener, holding much higher-ranked Indonesia (94th) to a goalless draw on Saturday. The spirited performance from Bangladesh, ranked 133rd, drew praise from both their captain and head coach.
1 June 2025, 12:09 PM

Fans set to welcome PSG Champions League heroes with victory parade

Paris Saint-Germain's players and staff will hold a victory parade on the Champs-Elysees on Sunday to celebrate with their fans after emphatically ending their long wait to win the Champions League.
1 June 2025, 11:19 AM

'It didn't feel like my Inter,' says wounded Inzaghi after final thrashing

Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi said he barely recognised his side as they fell to a deserved 5-0 defeat at the hands of Paris St Germain in the Champions League final on Saturday.
1 June 2025, 07:42 AM

PSG fans invade pitch for souvenirs after Champions League triumph

Paris St Germain supporters waited a long time to celebrate a Champions League trophy and when the occasion finally arrived on Saturday, thousands poured onto the pitch, with many taking home pieces of the goal and pitch as mementos of an unforgettable night.
1 June 2025, 05:29 AM

Messi sets another record as Miami hit five past Columbus

The eight-time Ballon d'Or winner now heads off for international duty with Argentina, who have already qualified for the 2026 World Cup. They face Chile away on Thursday and host Colombia on June 10.
1 June 2025, 04:21 AM

‘Brilliant’ Bangladesh women stand tall against Indonesia in Amman

Bangladesh will next face a steeper challenge against Jordan, ranked 74, on June 3 at the same venue.
31 May 2025, 16:11 PM

PSG will handle pressure in Champions League final, says skipper Marquinhos

Paris Saint-Germain captain Marquinhos is confident the French side will cope with the pressure in Saturday's Champions League final against Inter Milan and put years of disappointment in the competition behind them by finally winning the trophy.
31 May 2025, 09:27 AM

Enrique’s young lions face off Inzaghi’s warriors: Different mindset, one European dream

Two different teams, two different philosophies, and yet, both coaches stand on the cusp of immortality.
31 May 2025, 04:44 AM

PSG v Inter Milan: The key battles

The final will begin at 1:00 am (Sunday) Bangladesh Time, with Sony Sports 1 broadcasting the match live.
31 May 2025, 03:52 AM

'Hopefully you don't get relegated': Malaysian PM takes a jibe at Man Utd

Malaysia's prime minister has stuck the boot into Manchester United by suggesting they could be relegated next season, having watched the fallen Premier League giants booed off in Kuala Lumpur.
29 May 2025, 09:56 AM

Messi and Suarez each score twice as Miami rips Montreal

Argentine superstar Messi opened the scoring in the 27th minute and assisted on Suarez's first goal in the 68th minute for a 2-0 edge.
29 May 2025, 03:02 AM

Shamit adds to Bangladesh’s midfield facelift

Bangladesh football team's midfield facelift, which began with the arrival of Hamza Chowdhury, entered its next phase yesterday with Canada-based midfielder Shamit Shome getting called up in the 26-member preliminary squad for the team's Asian Cup Qualifying tie against Singapore at home on June 10.
29 May 2025, 03:00 AM

Old friends, new ambitions: Messi teams up with Suarez in Uruguayan club venture

Formerly known as Deportivo LS, the club was founded by Suarez in 2018 in Uruguay's Ciudad de la Costa with a focus on developing local talent and giving back to the community through job opportunities and social initiatives.
28 May 2025, 02:50 AM

Zinedine Zidane 'can't wait' to take 'dream' France job

"I feel qualified for the French team, where I played and spent practically 12, 13, 14 years as a player. Of course it's a dream. I can't wait," said Zidane, a former captain of Les Bleus and the scorer of two goals as they won the 1998 World Cup final.
28 May 2025, 02:36 AM

Teenage star Yamal extends Barcelona contract until 2031

Local media have reported that the exciting Spanish international could become the Barcelona squad's highest-paid player if he meets certain performance-related clauses.
28 May 2025, 01:47 AM

'The only goal is to win the 2026 World Cup'

At 65, the Italian star manager, who has five Champions League titles under his belt, is taking the reins of a national team for the first time.
27 May 2025, 04:37 AM