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Manchester United shortlist players for January transfer window

The shock League Cup exit has left Manchester United's manager Mourinho a lot to ponder with.

Barcelona to visit Santiago Bernabeu in El Clasico

The El Clasico is upon us. The two powerhouses of Spanish football will lock horns at the Santigao Bernabeu stadium on Saturday.

Tanvie Hans makes history playing in men's football league

Who is Tanvie Hans? Apart from being the first Indian-origin player to play for the Tottenham Spur Ladies team, she is the first female player ever to compete in the male-dominated "The Amateur League" (TAL), in India.

City to hold contract talks with Pep Guardiola

Manchester City are looking to tie down Pep Guardiola at the Ethihad stadium, after seeing Sir Alex Ferguson-esque 'never say die' attitude and other qualities in the Spaniard.

Manchester City's Raheem Sterling racially attacked

Greater Manchester Police are currently investigating an alleged racial attack on Manchester City's forward Raheem Sterling.

Kaka announces retirement from football

Former Ballon d'Or winner and World Cup winner, Kaka, who was renowned for his vision and passing ability has announced his retirement from football at age 35.

Manchester City host Tottenham Hotspur

Pep Guardiola is yet to get the better of Mauricio Pochettino since taking over Manchester City.

Manchester City thrash Swansea 4-0

Manchester City are running away with the Premier League title after a perfect performance against struggling Swansea at the Liberty Stadium.

Dada vs Diego in Kolkata

Football icon and Argentina's all time great, Diego Maradona, is in the city of joy, Kolkata.

Will the Ballon d'Or duopoly ever end?

Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo have established themselves as the best footballers on the planet.

All about the Manchester Derby

It's the biggest game of the Premier League, the Manchester derby.

Ronaldo wins record equalling 5th Ballon d'Or

It's official. Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo is the best footballer on the planet.

From now onwards, Messi will earn Rs.1.5 crore per day

Argentina striker and five-time Ballon d'Or winner, Lionel Messi has extended his stay at Barcelona until 2021 after penning down a new contract.

Stone-pelter to football star: Afshan Ashiq's life after viral photo

In the few months since Afshan Ashiq became the face of Kashmiri stone-pelters, life has changed dramatically for the young woman.

League leaders Manchester City equal PL record-winning-streak

Coming back from a goal down, Premier League leaders Manchester City beat West Ham 2-1 at the Etihad, in their 13th successive victory.

#Throwback: A look at Cristiano Ronaldo's career

There is no doubt that Cristiano Ronaldo is one of the best footballers on the planet.

The guide to FIFA 2018 World Cup draw

What is so great about the Number 10 jersey?

The BCCI has decided to unofficially retire Sachin Tendulkar's iconic Number 10 jersey, nearly 5 years after the legendary cricketer's retirement from the sport.

Barcelona desperate to hold on to Messi

Lionel Messi has signed a new contract with Barcelona FC which will tie him down with the club until 2021.

AC Milan sack Montella, replace him with Gattuso

AC Milan have relieved coach Vincenzo Montella of his duties after Sunday's goalless draw with Torino.

Europa League: Arsenal top their group despite losing to Cologne

Arsenal topped their Europa League group despite a 1-0 loss to German club Cologne FC. This is the first defeat for the London club in the group stage.

Brazilian footballer Robinho found guilty of rape

Former Real Madrid and AC Milan footballer Robinho has been sentenced to 9 years in prison by an Italian court for gang raping an Albanian girl in a Milan night club on 22nd January, 2013.

India hold on to 105 spot, Germany top FIFA rankings

The latest FIFA rankings are out. While several countries face FIFA World Cup qualification disappointments, their FIFA rankings speak otherwise.

ISL returns for a fourth season

Indian Super League (ISL) returns for a fourth season with Kerala Blasters taking on defending champions ATK in today's opener, in a repeat of the 2016 season final.

La Liga to implement Video Assistant Referees for next season

La Liga is set to make use of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system for the 2018-19 football season, as confirmed by the Spanish league's president Javier Tebas.

Guide to FIFA World Cup Qualifiers 2018

In a shocker, Italy failed to reach 2018 FIFA World Cup, as they were held to a goalless draw in the second leg of European play-offs by Sweden. Sweden booked their spot on a 1-0 aggregate win.

Hope Solo accuses ex-FIFA chief Sepp Blatter of sexual harassment

US women's soccer player Hope Solo accused the corruption-tainted former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter of sexual assault.

England win the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup

The England U17 team avenged their European U-17 Championship defeat against Spain, by winning the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup at Kolkata's Salt Lake Stadium.

FIFA U-17 World Cup- Some interesting records

After 22 action packed days, the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2017 will end today with the finals between Spain and England.

Interesting facts about the FIFA Awards

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo won the Best FIFA Men's Player Award 2017 in the recently concluded ceremony in London.

FIFA U17 World Cup: Mali and England book semi-final berths

After 15-days of action, the 2017 FIFA U-17 World Cup has reached the quarter-final stage.

Choirul Huda, Indonesia's goalkeeper dies after collision with teammate

Choirul Huda, goalkeeper for Indonesia's top division club Persela FC, has died following a horrific collision with a teammate during a league match.

U-17 star Dheeraj Singh catches the eye of international scouts

If there was one good thing that came out of the U-17 World Cup for India, it was Dheeraj Singh Moirangthem.

What can India learn from the U-17 World Cup experience?

India's U-17 World Cup campaign came to an end after having failed to qualify for the Round of 16 stage.

US miss out on FIFA World Cup berth

For the first time since 1986, US national team failed to qualify for FIFA World Cup, the 2-1 loss to Trinidad & Tobago being the final nail in the coffin.

Pakistan handed suspension from international football by FIFA

FIFA has suspended Pakistan from international football for an uncertain period of time owing to "third-party interference."

Pence walks out of NFL game over national anthem protest

US Vice-President Mike Pence walked out of a National Football League (NFL) game in Indiana after several players kneeled in protest for the American national anthem.

India U-17 face Colombia in their second Group Stage match

Days after losing the opener against USA, the India U-17 team take on Colombia in the Group A tie later today.

FIFA: On opening day, Delhi kids left sick, thirsty, struggling

During the 2010 Commonwealth Games, India was left embarrassed as stands stood empty during events: many locals had chosen to give the games a miss.

FIFA World Cup: Germany and England seal World Cup berths

Defending champions Germany booked their spot in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, beating Northern Ireland 3-1, as England too sealed their World Cup berth in a tepid 1-0 victory over Slovenia.