Sigi Schmid, the all-time winningest head coach in North America’s MLS history, passed away on Tuesday, December 25 at the age of 65. Schmid, who coached the LA Galaxy during the recently concluded 2018 season, was hospitalized and reported to be in intensive care earlier this month. Schmid’s family released …
Read More »India & Oman play out goalless international friendly!
The Blue Tigers were held to a goalless draw by Oman, which is now on a 14-match unbeaten streak, in an International Friendly at the Baniyas Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, December 27. The match, which was part of the Indian National Team’s preparation for the forthcoming 2019 AFC …
Read More »NEROCA FC host Mohun Bagan with pole position in sight!
The 12th I-League resumes on Friday, December 28 with two mouth-watering extravaganzas lined-up, beginning with the NEROCA-Mohun Bagan clash at Imphal’s Khuman Lampak Stadium. This game is slated for a 2pm kick-off. Hosts NEROCA are sitting fourth on the league table with 15 points from nine games. They are one …
Read More »East Bengal & Real Kashmir FC both eye I-League top spot!
East Bengal Club host Real Kashmir FC on Friday, December 28, at Kolkata’s Saltlake Stadium in a 12th I-League clash which has assumed significance, given that a Real Kashmir FC win will take the debutants to the top of the table for the very first time. The game kicks-off at …
Read More »Bengaluru FC ‘B’ are crowned Bangalore Super Division champions!
Bengaluru FC ‘B’ left it late but got the job done to be crowned champions of the Bangalore Super Division with one game to spare, after skipper Myron Mendes held his nerves to convert a penalty in the 88th minute as the Blues beat ASC 1-0 at the Bangalore Football …
Read More »Thousands of fans to enjoy 2019 AFC Asian Cup thanks to Patrons!
Passionate fans throughout the region have been given the chance to be part of the 2019 AFC Asian Cup – UAE, thanks to the successful Patrons Programme which has more than doubled in size since its launch. The goodwill of a number of businesses and individuals has enabled children and …
Read More »Abhishek Yadav: India’s aiming for Top 8 Status in Asia by 2026!
AIFF’s Director of National Teams and former Indian Captain Abhishek Yadav, who starred for India in the AFC Asian Cup 2011, feels that the AFC Asian Cup next year will be a “significant platform for our players as we are aiming to make it into Asia’s top 8.” In exclusive …
Read More »Heldengalerie & German Football Ambassador stage 11 personalities of football!
“I hope we have a little bit lucky”, said Lothar Matthäus during his presentation at the New York Metro Stars. Such football slogans show the sympathetic, human side of the stars, which not only makes them smile, but also a multitude of fans. This was the trigger for joint projects …
Read More »Juventus FC & adidas extend their contract until 2027!
Italian Serie A giants Juventus FC and adidas have modified the official partner agreement and extended the term of the agreement by eight years until June 30, 2027. The current agreement, which would expire on June 30, 2021, covered six football seasons starting from 2015/2016. The new agreement will relate …
Read More »India gear up to play Oman friendly behind closed doors!
A day prior to playing Oman in a friendly match scheduled at the Baniyas Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, December 27, head coach Stephen Constantine stressed “India haven’t come here expecting to play easy games.” The match is part of Blue Tigers’ preparation for the forthcoming 2019 AFC Asian …
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