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France denied top spot in Euros group by Austria after Poland stalemate

Football

Published on Jun 26, 2024 12:05 AM IST

France blew the chance to finish first in their group despite Kylian Mbappe scoring his maiden European Championship goal in a 1-1 draw with Poland.

Kylian Mbappe of France falls with Poland's Pawel Dawidowicz during a Group D match(AP)

AFP |

Watch: Mask off for Kylian Mbappe as France captain ends goalless run at Euros

France captain Kylian Mbappe netted his first-ever goal at the UEFA Euros to match Just Fontaine's tally.

France's Kylian Mbappe reacts during the match(REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 25, 2024 11:39 PM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

After injury, hurdler Jyothi Yarraji set for inter-state meet

The 100m hurdles national record holder is back on track ahead of the Olympics after a hip flexor problem

Other Sports

Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:37 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

Anush Agarwalla to represent India in Paris Olympics: Equestrian Federation

It will be India's first-ever entry at the Olympics' Dressage event, as most riders in past editions competed in Eventing categories only.

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 07:23 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

83 to Jersey: 5 films to watch as India celebrates 41 years of 1st World Cup win

The Indian cricket team claimed their first World Cup title 41 years ago today. Here are 5 Bollywood films to celebrate the milestone with

Cricket-based films for movie buffs who love the sport

Cinema

Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:32 PM IST

ByMahima Pandey

Euro 2024: Spain coach plays down favourites tag after topping group

Spain’s 1-0 win over Albania saw them finish their Group B fixtures with three wins, without conceding a goal

Football

Published on Jun 25, 2024 05:33 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Exhibition in Paris to commemorate 100 years of India at the Olympic Games

IOC President Thomas Bach and Ambassador of India, Jawed Ashraf were at the event that celebrates the Olympic movement and India’s journey at the Games.

Celebrating India's 100 years at Olympics Games.(JSW)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 04:19 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Heartbreak, yes, but hang on to the Modric memories

After a heartbreak in Euro 2024, Luka Modric, the oldest scorer in the championship, hints at retiring soon. Croatia's fate hangs in the balance.

Croatia's midfielder Luka Modric leaves the pitch after being substituted against Italy on Monday. (AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 25, 2024 03:44 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

In-form Shruti Vora hopes to get nod for Paris Olympics

Shruti Vora made history earlier this month by becoming the first rider from the country to win a three-star Grand Prix event in dressage

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 01:09 PM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava

AIFF drags players into Stimac row

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

Former India head coach Igor Stimac. (AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:59 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

I don’t understand Southgate’s tactics: Michael Owen

The Euros are proving more interesting than the World Cups with close games and drama. Michael Owen analyzes England's struggles and Ronaldo's impact

England manager Gareth Southgate (L) and Harry Kane. (AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Overstaying maybe, but Ronaldo feels a fresh surge of love

The Portuguese talisman is basking in the diffused glow that seems to have replaced the usual sharp glare and divided opinions at Euro 2024

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo. (AFP)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 08:53 PM IST

ByN Ananthanarayanan, New Delhi

AIFF strongly denies Stimac's allegations: ‘Sole intent of maligning federation’

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

India coach Igor Stimac during FIFA World Cup qualifier(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 07:59 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Euro 2024: Hungary rise from a sickening injury to achieve a special win

Once a European footballing power that has fallen, Hungary's battling 1-0 win over Scotland helped them finish third in Group A.

Hungary's forward #23 Kevin Csoboth (L) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal(AFP)

Sports

Published on Jun 24, 2024 07:06 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi, Mumbai

Who is Willian, the Messi xerox considered the best in Brazil since Neymar

Willian joined Palmeiras’ youth academy in 2021. In 2017, the Sau Paulo-based club had tried to have him on board but Cruzeiro beat them to his signature

Estevao Willian of Brazil's Palmeiras controls the ball during a Copa Libertadores Group F soccer match against Argentina's San Lorenzo(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:57 PM IST

ByPrateek Srivastava

Euro 2024: Niclas Fullkrug heads Germany out of trouble

Added time equaliser keeps Germany atop Group A after Ndoye put the Swiss in front

Germany's Niclas Fullkrug scores their first goal (REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 09:57 AM IST

ByVivek Krishnan, New Delhi

Germany survive Euro 2024 scare as Hungary victory marred by injury drama

The Germans, who last won the Euros in 1996, will take on the Group C runners-up -- currently slated to be Denmark -- in the last 16.

Germany's Niclas Fuellkrug, left, celebrates with teammates after scoring his side's first goal during a Group A match between Switzerland and Germany at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Frankfurt, Germany, Sunday,(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:27 AM IST

AFP |

Sreeja Akula becomes first Indian paddler to win WTT Contender singles title

In the thriller title match held in Lagos, Sreeja prevailed against Ding Yijie of China 4-1 with a score of 10-12, 11-9, 11-6, 11-8, 11-6.

Sreeja Akula prevailed against Ding Yijie of China 4-1(AP)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 23, 2024 10:36 PM IST

ANI |

Bajrang Punia suspended by NADA, wrestler gets time to respond till July 11

As per NADA, the wrestler had refused to provide his urine samples to the governing body as he had objected to the usage of allegedly "expired kits" by NADA.

NADA has suspended Indian wrestler Bajrang Punia(REUTERS)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 23, 2024 02:54 PM IST

ANI |

US Olympic and other teams to bring own AC units to Paris

It was earlier reported this month that Germany, Australia, Italy, Canada and Britain were among the other countries with plans to bring air conditioners.

The Olympic rings are set up at Trocadero plaza that overlooks the Eiffel Tower in Paris.(AP)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 23, 2024 01:33 PM IST

AP |

Kante: French hero back in business

Deschamps’ punt on midfielder vindicated in successive MoM performances

Football

Published on Jun 23, 2024 12:31 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Euro 2024: Belgium pass the Romania test

Goals from Tielemans and De Bruyne get the Red Devils campaign up and running

Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne reacts with Jan Vertonghen and Arthur Theate after the match(REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 23, 2024 12:13 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra, Mumbai

Shruti Vora stakes claim for Paris Olympics with silver in Brno

India’s dressage rider achieves her second MER for Paris Games with a score of 68.174 at GP in Czech Republic

Astride her 12-year-old gelding Magnanimous, Vora was in stellar form throughout her nine-minute routine, and even led the seven-rider competition before being overtaken by Poland’s Katarzyna Milczarek (69.304 points).(PTI)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 23, 2024 12:19 AM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava

Euro 2024: Bernardo Silva runs the show as Portugal subdue Turkey

Goals from Silva and Bruno Fernandes besides an own goal seal progress from Group F with a second win.

Portugal's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring their first goal.(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 23, 2024 12:06 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

Euro 2024: Georgia hold Czech Republic in a physical battle

The tournament’s lowest ranked team miss a last gasp chance to win it, but impress in the 1-1 draw in Group F

Czech Republic's Ladislav Krejci in action with Georgia's Otar Kakabadze(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 22, 2024 11:25 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

I've earned this one way more, says Nagal after Paris qualification

The Olympics berth of India's top men's singles tennis player was made official on Saturday.

Sumit Nagal will be the first Indian singles tennis player to feature in back-to-back Games(REUTERS)

Tennis News

Published on Jun 22, 2024 09:56 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

No Mbappe, no goal but not panic stations either for France

The first 0-0 draw of the European championship came in the 21st game of the competition

Football

Published on Jun 22, 2024 04:38 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

When Ronaldo mania gripped Leipzig

Leipzig, or Lisbon? It was hard to differentiate, as Ronaldo's Portugal visited the city for its opening match against Czech Republic in Euro 2024.

Football

Published on Jun 22, 2024 03:07 PM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, Leipzig

Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe sits out stalemate between France and Netherlands

A share of the spoils leaves the sides level on four points at the top of Group D, one ahead of Austria who beat Poland 3-1 earlier on Friday.

Football

Updated on Jun 22, 2024 08:03 AM IST

AFP |

Inspired Austria get a big win over Poland

Austria defeated Poland 3-1 to keep their hopes alive of reaching the Round of 16 in the European Championships.

Austria's Marko Arnautovic , center, is embraced by teammates after scoring a goal during a Group D match against Poland.(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 22, 2024 12:05 AM IST

ByHT Correspondent

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France blew the chance to finish first in their group despite Kylian Mbappe scoring his maiden European Championship goal in a 1-1 draw with Poland.

France captain Kylian Mbappe netted his first-ever goal at the UEFA Euros to match Just Fontaine's tally.

The 100m hurdles national record holder is back on track ahead of the Olympics after a hip flexor problem

It will be India's first-ever entry at the Olympics' Dressage event, as most riders in past editions competed in Eventing categories only.

The Indian cricket team claimed their first World Cup title 41 years ago today. Here are 5 Bollywood films to celebrate the milestone with

Spain’s 1-0 win over Albania saw them finish their Group B fixtures with three wins, without conceding a goal

IOC President Thomas Bach and Ambassador of India, Jawed Ashraf were at the event that celebrates the Olympic movement and India’s journey at the Games.

After a heartbreak in Euro 2024, Luka Modric, the oldest scorer in the championship, hints at retiring soon. Croatia's fate hangs in the balance.

Shruti Vora made history earlier this month by becoming the first rider from the country to win a three-star Grand Prix event in dressage

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

The Euros are proving more interesting than the World Cups with close games and drama. Michael Owen analyzes England's struggles and Ronaldo's impact

The Portuguese talisman is basking in the diffused glow that seems to have replaced the usual sharp glare and divided opinions at Euro 2024

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

Once a European footballing power that has fallen, Hungary's battling 1-0 win over Scotland helped them finish third in Group A.

Willian joined Palmeiras’ youth academy in 2021. In 2017, the Sau Paulo-based club had tried to have him on board but Cruzeiro beat them to his signature

Added time equaliser keeps Germany atop Group A after Ndoye put the Swiss in front

The Germans, who last won the Euros in 1996, will take on the Group C runners-up -- currently slated to be Denmark -- in the last 16.

In the thriller title match held in Lagos, Sreeja prevailed against Ding Yijie of China 4-1 with a score of 10-12, 11-9, 11-6, 11-8, 11-6.

As per NADA, the wrestler had refused to provide his urine samples to the governing body as he had objected to the usage of allegedly "expired kits" by NADA.

It was earlier reported this month that Germany, Australia, Italy, Canada and Britain were among the other countries with plans to bring air conditioners.

Deschamps’ punt on midfielder vindicated in successive MoM performances

Goals from Tielemans and De Bruyne get the Red Devils campaign up and running

India’s dressage rider achieves her second MER for Paris Games with a score of 68.174 at GP in Czech Republic

Goals from Silva and Bruno Fernandes besides an own goal seal progress from Group F with a second win.

The tournament’s lowest ranked team miss a last gasp chance to win it, but impress in the 1-1 draw in Group F

The Olympics berth of India's top men's singles tennis player was made official on Saturday.

The first 0-0 draw of the European championship came in the 21st game of the competition

Leipzig, or Lisbon? It was hard to differentiate, as Ronaldo's Portugal visited the city for its opening match against Czech Republic in Euro 2024.

A share of the spoils leaves the sides level on four points at the top of Group D, one ahead of Austria who beat Poland 3-1 earlier on Friday.

Austria defeated Poland 3-1 to keep their hopes alive of reaching the Round of 16 in the European Championships.

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