The economic context linked to the Covid-19 pandemic and the withdrawal of Mediapro as Ligue 1 broadcaster has led to an unprecedented drop in revenues for French football clubs. These events are in addition to the financial consequences that already hit the clubs hard last season due to the stoppage …
Read More »Change of venues for some UEFA EURO 2020 matches announced!
The UEFA Executive Committee met today via videoconference and was informed of the confirmation given by local authorities that all four UEFA EURO 2020 matches in Munich will be able to welcome a minimum of 14,500 spectators. Munich was therefore confirmed as a host venue for the championship. The committee …
Read More »Laxmikant Kattimani extends stay at Hyderabad FC!
Indian Super League side Hyderabad FC have handed a one-year extension to experienced goalkeeper Laxmikant Kattimani. The Goa-born custodian has penned a new deal till the end of the 2021-22 season. “I have now spent two years with the club and I am really happy here. I know the club …
Read More »AFC’s decision on the withdrawal of Oman clubs from AFC Cup!
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) COVID-19 Sub-Committee for the AFC Champions League and AFC Cup 2021 (West) has taken note of the Oman Football Association (OFA)’s confirmation of the withdrawals of Al Nasr and Al Seeb Club from the AFC Cup 2021. The Sub-Committee noted the suspension of all international …
Read More »Tongo’s ‘Eua prepares to bring Sport to Life!
Following the arrival of the 6-12-Year Just Play Programme in October 2020, the island of ‘Eua in Tonga is ready to implement the next stage of programme thanks to the recent delivery of a two-day training course. Fifteen volunteers attended the Sport to Life training for the 13-18-Year Just Play …
Read More »I-League Fans’ Season Awards VIDEO: Moment of the Season 2020-21!
Yet another thrilling season of the I-League ended with a blockbuster finale as Gokulam Kerala FC came from behind to crush TRAU FC’s and Churchill Brothers FC Goa’s hopes and emerge victorious in the three-way title race, scoring four goals in the final 45 minutes of the season. However, while the …
Read More »CONCACAF announces host cities and stadiums for 2021 CONCACAF Gold Cup!
CONCACAF has announced the nine stadiums in six US metropolitan areas that will host group, quarterfinal and semifinal matches in the 2021 CONCACAF Gold Cup. The 16th edition of CONCACAF’s flagship men’s international competition will crown the best men’s national team in the region. This announcement comes after Allegiant Stadium …
Read More »LaLiga meets to discuss & condemn European Super League!
LaLiga met today, April 22 with the 39 clubs not invited to be part of the European Super League to discuss the recent proposal for this format. The present clubs at the meeting unanimously and strongly rejected the plans for this competition. All clubs firmly believe in sporting merit as …
Read More »FC Goa look to repeat AFC Champions League performance against Persepolis FC!
FC Goa face familiar opposition on Friday as they take on reigning AFC Champions League West Zone champions, Persepolis FC for the second game in a row in their Group E clash. The Gaurs have been defiant thus far, drawing twice and narrowly losing out 1-2 to Friday’s opponents, which …
Read More »Hertha BSC’s matches against Mainz 05, SC Freiburg & Schalke 04 rescheduled!
Hertha Berlin’s three postponed Bundesliga matches have been rescheduled: the Berlin club will play at 1.FSV Mainz 05 on Monday, May 3 (6pm CEST), then host Sport-Club Freiburg on Thursday, May 6 (6:30pm CEST), before a trip to FC Schalke 04 on Wednesday, May 12 (6pm CEST). To make way …
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