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Sooner Kalyan Chaubey leaves AIFF, the better it is for Indian football: Stimac

Football

Published on Jun 21, 2024 06:23 PM IST

Noting that the Indian football is 'imprisoned', the 56-year-old said it will take 20 years for things to change

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey (L) with former India head coach Igor Stimac(Dhiman Sarkar)

ByHT Correspondent

Messi and Argentina overcome Canada, start Copa title defence with 2-0 win

Messi's through ball led to Álvarez’s 49th-minute goal and the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner assisted on Martínez's 88th-minute score in a 2-0 victory.

Argentina's Lionel Messi (10) lines up a shot, as he gets past Canada's goalkeeper Maxime Crépeau (16) during the second half of a Copa América match(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 21, 2024 01:30 PM IST

AP |

Carlos Alcaraz loses in Queen's second round ahead of Wimbledon title defense

Queen's was Carlos Alcaraz's only grass-court preparation last year en route to winning Wimbledon for the first time.

Spain's Carlos Alcaraz reacts after losing a point.(AFP)

Tennis News

Published on Jun 21, 2024 10:27 AM IST

PTI |

Own-goals lead the way in the scoring chart after bizarre start to Euro 2024

Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori scored an own goal as his side lost 0-1 to Spain.

Italy's Riccardo Calafiori scores an own goal.(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 21, 2024 10:27 AM IST

AP |

Calafiori own goal helps Spain settle heavyweight contest, enter Euro knockouts

After 1-0 defeat, Italy will now have to win against Croatia if they want to progress.

Euro 2024 - Group B - Spain v Italy - Spain celebrate after the match(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 21, 2024 06:48 AM IST

ByAshish Magotra, Mumbai

England fail to convince in draw with Denmark but should advance at Euro 2024

Denmark leveled in the 34th when Morten Hjulmand fired in a powerful low shot from long distance, after Kane gave away the ball in defense.

England's Jude Bellingham, left, Jarrod Bowen, center, and goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale greet supporters at the end of a Group C match between Denmark and England at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Frankfurt(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 21, 2024 01:15 AM IST

AP |

Inspired Serbia snatch a last-gasp draw against Slovenia

Luka Jovic’s 95th minute header ensured the Eagles remained in contention for a round of 16 berth

Serbia's Luka Jovic celebrates after scoring his side first goal during a Group C match between Slovenia and Serbia at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Munich, Germany(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 20, 2024 09:38 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Another Shaqiri spectacular at a major

The Swiss veteran’s justifies coach Yakin’s faith in him with stunning equaliser in 1-1 draw against Scotland.

Football

Published on Jun 20, 2024 07:48 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

Messi set to appear one last time? Emotional scenes expected in Copa America

If it’s going to Messi's last international tournament, we have seen him enough in action to know that he is going to do his damnedest to win another trophy.

Lionel Messi is heading into the 2024 edition as an ultra-achiever.(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 20, 2024 01:53 PM IST

ByPrateek Srivastava

Euro 2024: Shaqiri scores stunning goal in Switzerland's 1-1 draw with Scotland

Shaqiri's stunning first-half strike secured a 1-1 draw for Switzerland against Scotland at Euro 2024.

Switzerland's Xherdan Shaqiri celebrates scoring their first goal(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 20, 2024 08:24 AM IST

AP |

Euro 2024: Musiala scores again as Germany tame Hungary, enter knockouts

The hosts win 2-0 for their second Group A victory in Stuttgart, after crushing Scotland 5-1 to underline their title credentials

Germany's Jamal Musiala (10) celebrates after scoring during a Group A match between Germany and Hungary at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Stuttgart, Germany, Wednesday, June 19(AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 11:56 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra, Mumbai

Mercury rising ahead of Paris Olympics

High temperatures during the July-August Games could affect athletes, an expert involved in a British study says.

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

Other Sports

Published on Jun 19, 2024 09:36 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta, Mumbai

Own goal and equaliser for Albania’s Gjasula

After 2-2 draw, Croatia are at the bottom of their group

Albania players celebrate after teammate Albania's Klaus Gjasula scored their side's second goal during a Group B match between Croatia and Albania at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Hamburg, Germany, Wednesday(AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 19, 2024 11:04 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Why Igor Stimac’s ouster could put AIFF on backfoot

Former federation official and executive committee member question the procedure of dismissal

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 08:43 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Osaka, Raducanu, Wozniacki and Kerber receive wild cards for Wimbledon 2024

Osaka — a four-time major champion and former No. 1 player — and three-time Grand Slam winner Kerber returned from maternity leave at the start of this season.

Paris, France; Naomi Osaka of Japan keeps her eye on the ball during her match against Iga Świątek of Poland at Stade Roland Garros(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)

Tennis News

Published on Jun 19, 2024 05:09 PM IST

AP |

Out of position, but hardly out of place: Bruno Fernandes steps up for Portugal

Portugal's star midfielder Bruno Fernandes made a mark with an exemplary performance in the side's Euro 2024 opener against Czech Republic.

Portugal's midfielder #08 Bruno Fernandes (C) controls the ball between Czech Republic's defender #05 Vladimir Coufal (L) and Czech Republic's defender #04 Robin Hranac (R)(AFP)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:11 PM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, Leipzig

Two In One: Great moment in European football as the Messi of Turkey does a CR7

Attacker Arda Guler, known as the Messi of Turkey, on Tuesday must have been under immense pressure considering the magnitude of the occasion.

Turkey's Arda Guler celebrates scoring their a goal.(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 02:23 PM IST

ByPrateek Srivastava

Portugal show they are so much more than Ronaldo

Teammates could use the attention on him to Portugal’s advantage in comeback win against Czech Republic

Portugal's forward Cristiano Ronaldo and second goal-scorer, Portugal's forward #26 Francisco Conceicao celebrate(AFP)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 12:41 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Ronaldo scripts history at UEFA Euro 2024: How many records does CR7 hold?

With Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the first player to feature at 6 UEFA Euro tournaments, let's check out some major records of the Portugal captain.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo kisses the ball during the match(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 06:14 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Euro 2024: Ronaldo kept silent Portugal secure scratchy 2-1 win in opener

Portugal emerged victors in a stellar injury-time comeback as Czech Republic faced a heartbreaking 1-2 loss in their Euro 2024 opener.

Portugal's Francisco Conceicao, left, celebrates his side's second goal during a Group F match between Portugal and Czech Republic(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 19, 2024 03:13 AM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, Leipzig

In a first, Indian contingent to have sleeping advisor at Paris Olympics

For the first time in the history of the Summer Games, the Indian contingent will have sleeping advisor at the Paris Olympics.

Neeraj Chopra interacts with fellow athletes ahead of the men's Javelin Throw event(PTI)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 19, 2024 12:00 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk, New Delhi

Euro 2024: Arder Guler stunner helps Turkey to 3-1 win over Georgia

Guler, coming into the tournament fresh from a run of goals for Real Madrid, scored after 65 minutes, curling an unstoppable shot into the top corner.

Turkey's Arda Guler, center, celebrates with team mates after a Group F match between Turkey and Georgia at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Dortmund, Germany, Tuesday, June 18(AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 18, 2024 11:43 PM IST

AP |

Neeraj Chopra warms up for Paris Olympics with gold at Paavo Nurmi Games

Neeraj Chopra warmed up for the Paris Olympics with a gold at Paavo Nurmi Games.

India's Neeraj Chopra in action(REUTERS)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 18, 2024 10:52 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk | Written by Siddharth Thakur, New Delhi

Portugal vs Czech Republic, Euro live streaming: How to watch CR7 in action?

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal have recorded wins in each of its last four games against the Czech Republic.

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo attempts a shot at goal (AP)

Football

Published on Jun 18, 2024 10:37 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk, New Delhi

UEFA Euro 2024: Kylian Mbappe injury adds to France’s woes after slow start

The 1-0 Group D win over Austria thanks to an own goal saw the tournament favourites look far from assured.

France's forward #10 Kylian Mbappe receives medical treatment (AFP)

Football

Published on Jun 18, 2024 09:40 PM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi, Mumbai

Will sue AIFF if not paid in full in 10 days: Igor Stimac

In his reply to AIFF, the Croat has said his termination was in violation of FIFA regulations

India coach Igor Stimac reacts (REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 18, 2024 08:58 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar, Kolkata

Cristiano Ronaldo, reloaded: Reimagined Portugal set to take on the Euros

Cristiano Ronaldo still remains the side's top attacker, but Roberto Martinez's Portugal is a lot more than just its star striker.

Football

Published on Jun 18, 2024 05:45 PM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, Leipzig

Lukaku, Belgium and the big tournament freeze

The big striker missed sitters, and when he didn't, they were ruled out in the Euro 2024 loss to Slovakia

Football

Published on Jun 18, 2024 02:31 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Chhetri drops huge Ronaldo prediction for Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 opener

Sunil Chhetri made a huge Cristiano Ronaldo prediction ahead of Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 opener vs Czech Republic.

Sunil Chhetri made a Cristiano Ronaldo prediction.

Football

Updated on Jun 18, 2024 01:36 PM IST

ByNeelav Chakravarti

Celtics rout Mavericks to win record 18th NBA championship

Humbled by Dallas in a 38-point game four drubbing on Friday, Boston slammed the door on any chance of a Mavericks fightback to seal a 4-1 series victory

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) celebrates with the trophy on the podium after defeating the Dallas Mavericks in the 2024 NBA Finals(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 18, 2024 09:12 AM IST

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Noting that the Indian football is 'imprisoned', the 56-year-old said it will take 20 years for things to change

Messi's through ball led to Álvarez’s 49th-minute goal and the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner assisted on Martínez's 88th-minute score in a 2-0 victory.

Queen's was Carlos Alcaraz's only grass-court preparation last year en route to winning Wimbledon for the first time.

Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori scored an own goal as his side lost 0-1 to Spain.

After 1-0 defeat, Italy will now have to win against Croatia if they want to progress.

Denmark leveled in the 34th when Morten Hjulmand fired in a powerful low shot from long distance, after Kane gave away the ball in defense.

Luka Jovic’s 95th minute header ensured the Eagles remained in contention for a round of 16 berth

The Swiss veteran’s justifies coach Yakin’s faith in him with stunning equaliser in 1-1 draw against Scotland.

If it’s going to Messi's last international tournament, we have seen him enough in action to know that he is going to do his damnedest to win another trophy.

Shaqiri's stunning first-half strike secured a 1-1 draw for Switzerland against Scotland at Euro 2024.

The hosts win 2-0 for their second Group A victory in Stuttgart, after crushing Scotland 5-1 to underline their title credentials

High temperatures during the July-August Games could affect athletes, an expert involved in a British study says.

After 2-2 draw, Croatia are at the bottom of their group

Former federation official and executive committee member question the procedure of dismissal

Osaka — a four-time major champion and former No. 1 player — and three-time Grand Slam winner Kerber returned from maternity leave at the start of this season.

Portugal's star midfielder Bruno Fernandes made a mark with an exemplary performance in the side's Euro 2024 opener against Czech Republic.

Attacker Arda Guler, known as the Messi of Turkey, on Tuesday must have been under immense pressure considering the magnitude of the occasion.

Teammates could use the attention on him to Portugal’s advantage in comeback win against Czech Republic

With Cristiano Ronaldo becoming the first player to feature at 6 UEFA Euro tournaments, let's check out some major records of the Portugal captain.

Portugal emerged victors in a stellar injury-time comeback as Czech Republic faced a heartbreaking 1-2 loss in their Euro 2024 opener.

For the first time in the history of the Summer Games, the Indian contingent will have sleeping advisor at the Paris Olympics.

Guler, coming into the tournament fresh from a run of goals for Real Madrid, scored after 65 minutes, curling an unstoppable shot into the top corner.

Neeraj Chopra warmed up for the Paris Olympics with a gold at Paavo Nurmi Games.

Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal have recorded wins in each of its last four games against the Czech Republic.

The 1-0 Group D win over Austria thanks to an own goal saw the tournament favourites look far from assured.

In his reply to AIFF, the Croat has said his termination was in violation of FIFA regulations

Cristiano Ronaldo still remains the side's top attacker, but Roberto Martinez's Portugal is a lot more than just its star striker.

The big striker missed sitters, and when he didn't, they were ruled out in the Euro 2024 loss to Slovakia

Sunil Chhetri made a huge Cristiano Ronaldo prediction ahead of Portugal's UEFA Euro 2024 opener vs Czech Republic.

Humbled by Dallas in a 38-point game four drubbing on Friday, Boston slammed the door on any chance of a Mavericks fightback to seal a 4-1 series victory

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