English Premier League braced for VAR controversies during debut season
VAR has been used in a number of high-profile competitions including the World Cup and Champions League in recent months, but the technology has received mixed reviews from players and coaches as well as frustrating fans.
Jul 20, 2019, 23:59 PM IST
Gianni Infantino says African football will 'significantly improve' with FIFA help
Infantino also brushed aside suggestions that there was widespread opposition to the move which followed corruption allegations against CAF president Ahmad Ahmad.
Jul 18, 2019, 11:44 AM IST
USA win Women's Football World Cup beating the Netherlands 2-0
The United States won a record-extending fourth women`s World Cup with a 2-0 victory over the Netherlands on Sunday as second-half goals from Megan Rapinoe and Rose Lavelle confirmed their status as the leading power in the women`s game.
Jul 07, 2019, 23:21 PM IST
Google doodle celebrates USA vs Netherlands title clash in FIFA Women's World Cup
The United States and the Netherlands face off in the final of FIFA Women's World Cup. Google salutes players of both teams for their skills and passion.
Jul 07, 2019, 08:33 AM IST
FIFA Women’s World Cup: Netherlands beat Sweden 1-0 to reach final
The game marked the first time a women's World Cup semi-final had gone to extra time and it proved a tight contest between the two sides.
Jul 04, 2019, 08:14 AM IST
Argentina knocks Scotland out of FIFA Women’s World Cup amid VAR controversy
The final goal of the match was the one that made the match controversial, as many questioned the decision of the Video Assistant Referee.
Jun 20, 2019, 09:28 AM IST
FIFA Women's World Cup: Brazil’s Marta creates history with record 17th goal
Brazil's captain led her team to victory - and the third spot in Group C - on Tuesday by converting a penalty after Debinha was fouled by Elena Linari in the second half.
Jun 19, 2019, 11:47 AM IST
US favourites in toughest-ever FIFA Women's World Cup field
Hundreds of thousands of tickets have been sold and world governing body FIFA is banking on the women's game taking a huge step forward on the back of a successful tournament.
Jun 07, 2019, 08:16 AM IST
FIFA U-20 World Cup: Underdogs shine to knock out two former champions
It was a day of underdogs at FIFA Under-20 World Cup Poland 2019 as USA and Korea registered remarkable wins against France and Japan, respectively. Another upset was Argentina’s defeat against Mali on penalties.
Jun 05, 2019, 10:33 AM IST
Australia pick 16-year-old Mary Fowler for FIFA World Cup
Queenslander Fowler, who was also eligible to play for Ireland through her father, has been capped only four times for the `Matildas`.
May 14, 2019, 09:53 AM IST
Lionel Messi pays tribute retiring Barca legend Xavi Hernandez
On Friday, Hernandez had announced that he would call curtains to his illustrious 21-year-long football career at the end of the ongoing season.
May 04, 2019, 17:18 PM IST
Working to see if we can get 48 teams in the 2022 World Cup: Gianni Infantino
Infantino, who is in Brazil for a meeting of the South American Football Confederation, told delegates he was working to ensure the increase for the Qatar tournament, which would mean a guaranteed two extra places for South American sides.
Apr 10, 2019, 21:19 PM IST
AIFF chief Praful Patel elected to FIFA Council
A total of five candidates including Patel were elected in addition to the AFC president, and one female member for the 2019-2023 term.
Apr 06, 2019, 16:05 PM IST
Indian football team reaches 101st spot in FIFA rankings
In the Asian Cup, India kicked off their campaign on a promising note as they crushed Thailand by 4-1 in a Group A match to record their biggest victory in the history of the tournament.
Apr 05, 2019, 11:50 AM IST
Bangladesh FIFA official arrested for 'defaming' PM Sheikh Hasina
Hasina's administration has recently been accused of cracking down on free speech and adopting an increasingly authoritarian style.
Mar 19, 2019, 10:09 AM IST
FIFA will go ahead with new 24-team Club World Cup: Gianni Infantino
Infantino, speaking at a news conference, said FIFA had made the decision at its council meeting on Friday.
Mar 16, 2019, 09:23 AM IST
India to host FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup in 2020
This will be the second FIFA tournament India will be hosting, after the U-17 Men's World Cup in 2017.
Mar 16, 2019, 06:26 AM IST
Real Madrid sign six-year deal with Brazilian defender Eder Militao
Just a year after joining Porto from Brazilian side Sao Paulo, Militao became a cornerstone of Porto`s defence.
Crystal Palace defender Wan-Bissaka hoping for England call-up
Wan-Bissaka played twice for the England Under-21s in the qualifiers for this year`s Euros in Italy.
Mar 09, 2019, 07:08 AM IST
UEFA urged to end 'outdated' ban on standing areas for fans
In an open letter to the UEFA president, the fans pointed out that the ban was 'absurd' as many supporters stood anyway regardless of whether they are allowed to or not.
Mar 06, 2019, 16:06 PM IST
