Football
Sydney, Aug 20 (UNI) A new name has been etched onto the FIFA Women’s World Cup trophy as Spain became the fifth team to win the title after beating England 1-0 here on Sunday. Olga Carmona took center stage as her 29th-minute strike ensured that Spain become the second country after Germany to have won…
Zurich, Aug 20 (UNI) In line with its commitment to improving the fan experience by harnessing technology and innovating in the digital and TV space, FIFA has invested in remote live production, cutting-edge data-driven insights and captivating behind-the-scenes content at the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023. “Innovation and sustainable technology are…
Guwahati, (UNI) Chennaiyin FC extended their impressive unbeaten run in the Durand Cup 2023 after a 2-1 win over Delhi FC in their last Group E match here on Friday. Chenaniyin will be the only team to get nine out of nine points, winning all their group matches. Rafael Crivellaro (38th minute) and Vincy Barretto…
Washington, (UNI) Vlatko Andonovski has stepped down as coach of USA’s women’s national team after mutually agreeing with US Soccer to part ways. The news comes after the four-time champions were defeated by Sweden in the Round of 16 of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023, resulting in their earliest-ever exit from the global finals….
Sydney, (UNI) A first-ever FIFA Women’s World Cup final beckons for England after the Lionesses mixed ruthless attacking football with defensive resilience and relentless energy to overcome Australia in a pulsating last-four clash. Goals from Ella Toone, Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo secured a historic triumph, with Sarina Wiegman’s team impressively re-asserting their superiority after…
Kolkata, (UNI) The Calcutta Football League, over the years, has been one of the most coveted football tournaments in India, made famous by the rivalries formed between the likes of Mohun Bagan, East Bengal, and Mohammedan Sporting. While it was primarily the state leagues that brought players to the fore for the Santosh Trophy or…
Sydney, (UNI) Few players in the history of women’s football have been as consistently prolific as Sam Kerr. Yet, of all the hundreds of goals she has scored across the world, Wednesday night’s might just have been her best yet. Football being as it is, however, it won’t be that thunderous strike – and the…
Kolkata, Aug 16 (UNI) Mohun Bagan Super Giant produced a dominant performance as they beat Nepal side Machhindra FC 3-1 in their AFC Cup 2023 preliminary round two clash at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan here on Wednesday. New signings Anwar Ali (40’, 86’) and Jason Cummings (59’) scored for the Mariners while Afeez Oladipo…
Kolkata, (UNI) East Bengal FC confirmed their berth in the Durand Cup 2023 quarter-finals with a hard-fought win against Punjab FC at the Kishore Bharati Krirangan here on Wednesday. Javier Siverio’s first-half goal made the difference as East Bengal FC finished the group stage unbeaten with two wins and a draw. The result also meant…
Guwahati, (UNI) FC Goa have cemented their spot in the knockout stages of the Durand Cup 2023, following their 3-0 win over Downtown Heroes FC in their final group stage game at the Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium, here, on Wednesday. Goals by Muhammed Nemil, Carlos Martinez and Devendra Murgaokar helped the Men in Orange wrap…
