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Group Stage draw sets stage for thrilling 2021 AFC Cup!

The 2021 AFC Cup is set to be a thrilling affair following the conclusion of the Group Stage draw in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Wednesday, January 27. The 2021 AFC Cup Group Stage will see 39 clubs competing – an increase of three from 2019 – with a newly-introduced Group …

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Odisha’s second CAT-5 Referee Development Program concludes!

A second CAT-5 Referee Development Program in Odisha concluded yesterday, January 25, which was being conducted by the Sports & Y.S. Department of tbe Government of Odisha, the AIFF and the FA of Odisha. 30 participants including seven women participated in the above said course. Murti G. (Karnataka) and Pijus …

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Schalke 04 extend contracts with Stölting Service Group & Böklunder!

An important signal in challenging times: FC Schalke 04 have agreed on an extension of their sponsorships deals with premium partners, Stölting Service Group and Böklunder. While cooperation with the Gelsenkirchen based Stölting Service Group has been extended until June 30, 2029, Böklunder have agreed on three more years under …

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Mohammedan Sporting mourn Prasanta Dora passing!

Mohammedan Sporting Club are in a state of mourning following the untimely demise of former Black Panthers goalkeeper Prasanta Dora (44) on Tuesday, January 26. Prasanta Dora was diagnosed with Hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH) in December after he developed unremitting fever. “I have received the devastating news of Prasanta’s passing,” lamented …

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Chelsea FC appoint Thomas Tuchel as new head coach!

Struggling English Premier League giants Chelsea FC have today, January 26 appointed Thomas Tuchel as the new Chelsea FC head coach. He moves to Stamford Bridge following a two-and-a-half year spell at French champions Paris Saint-Germain, which came to an end last month. Tuchel will be the first German to …

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Eight positive in latest round of Premier League COVID-19 tests!

The Premier League yesterday, January 25 confirmed that between Monday, January 18 and Sunday, January 24, 2.518 players and club staff were tested for COVID-19. Of these, there were eight new positive tests. Players or club staff who have tested positive will self-isolate for a period of 10 days. The …

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hummel & udaan announce pan-India strategic distribution partnership!

hummel, a leading Danish Sportstyle brand founded in 1923 and udaan, India’s largest business-to-business (b2b) eCommerce platform, have announced a pan-India distribution partnership. As part of this partnership, hummel will leverage udaan’s vast distribution network to offer its range of products across the length and breadth of the country. hummel, …

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Ooredoo to be National Supporter of 2020 FIFA Club World Cup!

FIFA and the Local Organising Committee have announced that telecom operator Ooredoo is reprising its role as a National Supporter for the FIFA Club World Cup, which as the tournament is again hosted in Qatar. The 2020 edition of the tournament is set to be held in Doha with matches …

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AIFF condoles Prasanta Dora’s untimely demise!

The All India Football Federation condoles the untimely death of former India international goalkeeper Prasanta Dora, who passed away earlier today, January 26, 2021 in Kolkata. Prasanta Dora made his International debut against Nepal in the SAF Games in Kathmandu in 1999 where India went on to win the bronze …

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