Yearly Archives: 2018

World Cup winner Andre Schürrle scores the winner in Fulham FC’s 1-0 win over ATK!

Former Indian Super League champions ATK went down to English Premier League side Fulham FC in a friendly match played at the Pinatar Arena Football Centre in Murcia, Spain on Saturday, September 8. A second half strike from 2014 FIFA World Cup winner André Schürrle secured Slaviša Jokanovic’s side a …

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XtraTime VIDEO: Japan’s Yuta Kinowaki returns to Kolkata giants Mohun Bagan!

As XtraTime reports from Kolkata. Japanese midfielder Yuta Kinowaki is back in the city of joy and has returned to training with city giants Mohun Bagan for the new season. Yuta returned to Kolkata on Saturday night and on Monday morning he was on the field for the first time.

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adidas and Germany’s DFB extend partnership until 2026!

One of the most successful partnerships in sport continues: Today, the German Football Association (DFB) and adidas announced the extension of their partnership. adidas will remain the Official Supplier of the world’s largest sports federation until 2026. DFB President Reinhard Grindel and Kasper Rorsted, adidas CEO, look forward to continuing …

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India coach Constantine: SAFF Cup Pakistan clash just another match!

Even as the footballing fraternity all around look ahead to India’s semifinal clash with Pakistan in the ongoing SAFF Cup, National Coach Stephen Constantine described it as “just another match”. Courtesy India’s back to back victories against Sri Lanka and Maldives by an identical 2-0 margin, India booked a semifinal …

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55 names in contention revealed for FIFA FIFPro World11 2018!

FIFPro, the worldwide players’ union, and FIFA have announced the 55 names in contention for the FIFA FIFPro World11 2018. This year’s list includes some familiar names, and standout statistics. >>>CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL LIST The FIFA FIFPro World11 is decided by the players, for the players and …

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India U-16s Harpreet Singh: Will be happiest to replicate Sandesh-Paaji!

Born in the state of Punjab, there is little that differentiates Harpreet Singh from a typical ‘Punjabi’. His nickname ‘Happy’ and the ever-glowing smile on his face adds more to the charm of a young footballer from the State that has produced National Team players over the years. But ‘Happy’ …

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Mohammedan Sporting could end East Bengal’s record breaking eight-time CFL championship winning run!

Mohammedan Sporting Club will not be short of motivation when they take on East Bengal Club in a mini-Kolkata Derby as Raghunath Nandi’s men battle for pride at the Saltlake Stadium on Tuesday, kick-off 4:30 pm. The Black Panthers returns to the Saltlake Stadium exactly 4 years after as they …

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FC Internazionale Milano’s 2018-19 Third Kit by Nike is a Stone-Cold Classic!

Milan’s iconic Duomo, along with its famous marble floors, form the inspiration for FC Internazionale Milano’s third kit, which is steeped in local heritage and history. “We feel this kit is rich in Inter DNA,” says Pete Hoppins, Nike Football Apparel Senior Design Director. “The Duomo and the St. George …

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India U-19 Floyd Pinto: We had our chances against France!

After the Indian U-19 National Team went down 0-2 against the U-19 Youth Team of World Champions France, Head Coach Floyd Pinto stated that matches against superior opponents are pivotal in development of a team. “I am happy with the Team’s performance in the Four-Nation International Tournament,” he stated. “The …

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CONCACAF Nations League Qualifying Match in Martinique postponed!

The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (CONCACAF) announced yesterday, September 9 that due to the potential impact of Tropical Storm Isaac on Martinique, the CONCACAF Nations League Qualifying match between Martinique and British Virgin Islands will be rescheduled for a later date. CONCACAF determined, in consultation …

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