New Delhi, May 6 (IANS) Former India cricketer and Trinamool Congress MLA Manoj Tiwary on Wednesday accused the outgoing West Bengal government of using him and making “false promises” to deceive the public.Tiwary served as minister of state for sports in the Mamata Banerjee-led government.In a self-made video posted on Facebook, the former cricketer described the “obstacles” faced by him throughout the past five years.Reminiscing about his entry into politics, Tiwary said, “I had refused to con…
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Denver, April 19 (IANS) A brace by captain Lionel Messi, and a goal from striker German Berterame led Inter Miami to 2-3 victory against the Colorado Rapids at a packed Empower Field with 75,824, the second highest attendance in MLS history.The win saw Miami extend its unbeaten run to seven this regular season. Additionally, Miami have the best record on the road so far this regular season, picking up 13 points while recording three wins, a draw and a loss.Messi struck from the penalty spot to p…
New Delhi, April 16 (IANS) Lionel Messi has made a significant move into football ownership by fully acquiring UE Cornellà, a Catalan team currently playing in Spain’s fourth tier, the Tercera RFEF. Messi’s investment highlights a deeper connection to Catalonia and a long-term plan to develop local talent. In the official statement, the purpose of the acquisition was clear: “With this operation, Messi strengthens his close relationship with Barcelona and his commitment to developing sports …
Mumbai, April 15 (IANS) Neha Dhupia is stepping into an entirely new space with her debut international film titled 52 Blue, as she will be seen in a de-glam avatar for the very first time on screen. The actress said that going makeup-free was never a concern for her as she found it liberating. Neha said in a statement: “52 Blue has been one of the most deeply moving and transformative experiences of my career. When I first read the script, what stayed with me was the quiet strength of the mot…
Miami, April 5 (IANS) Inter Miami CF played its historic home opener at its state-of-the-art new stadium in the heart of Miami. The match resulted in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Austin FC in MLS regular season action.Captain Lionel Messi and forward Luis Suarez scored the club’s historic first goals at Nu Stadium.The visitors took the lead in the sixth minute with a goal from Guilherme Biro. Inter Miami equalised shortly after with a goal from captain Messi, who notched his-off first goal at Nu…
Kochi, April 2 (IANS) Kerala Sports Minister V. Abdurahiman on Thursday alleged that the Lionel Messi-led Argentina national football team misled the state by failing to honour a proposed friendly match despite substantial financial commitments.’We held extensive discussions and made every effort to bring Lionel Messi and the world champions to Kerala. It was a massive undertaking to secure sponsors for the Rs 250 crore required for the international team,” Abdurahiman told reporters in Malapp…
Mexico City, April 1 (IANS) The remaining places for this year’s FIFA World Cup were finalised, capping a qualifying campaign that spanned nearly three years and setting the stage for the tournament’s first 48-team edition. The competition will be held across the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19. The expanded format has opened the door to new contenders while leaving several established powers and high-profile players on the outside looking in.Absent giantsItaly will miss…
Tennessee, March 19 (IANS) Argentine football great Lionel Messi became only the second player in history to score 900 goals in top-level play when he scored in Inter Miami’s Concacaf Champions Cup match against Nashville SC. Messi scored in the seventh-minute, marking his 900th goal overall in his professional career at Geodis Park in the Concacaf Champions Cup last-16 second-leg tie against Nashville. Moreover, the Argentine scored his eighth Concacaf Champions Cup goal and now has 10 direct g…
Washington, March 6 (IANS) US President Donald Trump hosted the 2025 Major League Soccer champions Inter Miami at the White House, praising the team’s historic season and welcoming football legend Lionel Messi in what he called a moment no American president had experienced before.“Today we’re thrilled to host the 2025 MLS Cup Champions, Inter Miami,” Trump said at the ceremony. “And it’s my distinct privilege to say what no American president has ever had the chance to say before — we…
New Delhi, Mar 1 (IANS) The much-anticipated 2026 Finalissima between Spain and Argentina has been thrown into doubt after Qatar suspended all domestic football activity, raising questions about the marquee intercontinental clash.The fixture, scheduled for March 27, 2026, at the Lusail Stadium, was officially confirmed by UEFA as a joint event with CONMEBOL, pitting the winners of UEFA Euro 2024 and Copa América 2024 against each other. The match had been widely projected as a headline showdown…