New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Former India striker Robin Singh believes India’s long-standing FIFA World Cup dream can become a reality if the country draws inspiration from emerging football nations like Cape Verde while adopting Japan’s long-term approach towards player development and infrastructure.According to Robin, the performances of smaller nations in the FIFA WC have proved that belief, planning, and sustained investment can help bridge the gap with football’s traditional powerhouses.”I th…
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New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Former India footballer Robin Singh believes the team that controls the midfield will have one foot in the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals when Spain take on Belgium in a blockbuster quarter-final, with the contest expected to be decided by the clash between Spain’s possession game and Belgium’s devastating counter-attacks. New Delhi, July 10 (IANS) Former India footballer Robin Singh believes the team that controls the midfield will have one foot in the FIFA World …
Kolkata, July 7 (IANS) A 17-year-old Class 10 student was allegedly hacked to death over an old dispute linked to a football match in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas district, with the police arresting three youths in connection with the murder, officials said on Tuesday.The deceased, identified as Prosenjit Biswas, was a resident of the Fultala area in Baruipur. According to his family members, he had a heated argument with a group of local youths a few days ago over a football game in a field …
Guwahati, July 1 (IANS) Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Wednesday announced the opening of a FIFA Club World Cup Fan Park in Dibrugarh, extending the state’s football viewing experience beyond Guwahati and providing enthusiasts another venue to watch the tournament on giant screens. Sharing the development on social media, the Chief Minister said the initiative aims to bring football lovers together, irrespective of their favourite clubs, and promote the spirit of sportsmanship.”Divi…
New Delhi, June 30 (IANS) German football legend Oliver Kahn believes Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo created a football rivalry unlike any other, with their relentless pursuit of excellence pushing each other to unprecedented heights for nearly two decades. Reflecting on one of football’s greatest-ever debates, Kahn highlighted how the two superstars transformed competition into a driving force for greatness, creating a level of consistency and longevity that may never be repeated.”Cristia…
Manchester, June 29 (IANS) Manchester City have named Enzo Maresca as their new manager, with the Italian signing a three-year contract to succeed Pep Guardiola following the Spaniard’s departure at the end of the season.The Premier League club confirmed the appointment on Monday, giving the 46-year-old the challenge of replacing Guardiola. His decade-long time at City changed the team into one of the strongest in English football.Maresca knows the Etihad Stadium well. He previously coached City…
Paris, June 18 (IANS) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday said that football is another strong bond that connects India and France, adding that the passion for the sport is visible in both countries. Addressing members of the Indian diaspora in Paris during the final leg of his visit to France and Slovakia, PM Modi extended his best wishes to the French national team, which began its World Cup campaign with a resounding victory.PM Modi noted that football fever was at its peak in France, wi…
Mumbai, June 12 (IANS) Veteran actor Anupam Kher, on Friday, took to social media to share a glimpse of his football World Cup fantasy. The ‘Special 26’ actor posted a series of imaginative images showing himself in India’s football jersey, transforming a simple green-screen advertisement shoot into a stadium-filled sporting spectacle. Alongside the visuals, Kher reflected on the power of imagination. Sharing his photos, he wrote, “Sometimes life imitates sports… and sometimes it takes a…
New Delhi, June 11 (IANS) India may not have the national team taking part in the mega event, but the craze for the biggest ever FIFA World Cup 2026 is high among the fans who are willing to witness their favourite footballers performing on the global stage.All those interested can watch matches which will be broadcast on Zee Network, and also some matches on DD Sports.The opening match between Mexico and South Africa will be broadcast from 00:30 IST on June 12, while other matches will be playe…
Shillong, May 31 (IANS) Union Minister of State for Youth Affairs & Sports, Raksha Khadse, visited NorthEast United FC and interacted with the club’s management, coaching staff and young footballers, appreciating the club’s efforts towards identifying and nurturing football talent from across the country, particularly from the North East region. The visit was attended by Mandar Tamhane, Chief Executive Officer, NorthEast United FC; Rohit Thorat; Naushad Moosa, technical director and rese…