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Netherlands mount Euros comeback against Turkey to set up England semi
Netherlands overcame the pressure from the stands and Turkey's energetic style, as well as a flurry of late chances, to reach the Euros semi-finals for the first time since 2004.
England beat Switzerland on penalties to keep Euro 2024 dream alive
Manchester City defender Akanji was then the unfortunate penalty villain as Switzerland's horrible record in major tournament quarter-finals goes on.
UEFA bans Turkey’s Demiral for two games for making nationalistic gesture at EURO 2024
Demiral's double helped Turkey reach the last eight of a major tournament for the first time since 2008.
Argentina reaches Copa America semifinals
Seeking its third straight major title, Argentina advanced to the semifinals for the fifth straight Copa America and will play Venezuela or Canada on Tuesday
US exits Copa America after 1-0 loss to Uruguay; Berhalter’s future uncertain.
Three minutes before Uruguay scored, the U.S. was in a position to advance.
Ronaldo’s tears turn to celebration in Portugal’s SO win over Slovenia
Frankfurt: Cristiano Ronaldo experienced an emotional rollercoaster as Portugal survived Slovenia in a penalty shootout in the Euro 2024 Round of 16.
In a dramatic and gripping match, Ronaldo missed a penalty in extra time,…
Belgium highly motivated to engage France in last-16 clash
Berlin (Germany): The bumpy group performance at the UEFA Euro 2024 seemed a thing of the past for the team of Belgium. After the goalless draw against Ukraine, Belgium's star midfielder De Bruyne turned his head to the upcoming Classico…
Belgium advance to knockouts after goalless draw with Ukraine
Stuttgart: Belgium are through to the round of 16 at UEFA EURO 2024 after finishing as Group E runners-up with a 0-0 draw with Ukraine, whose hopes of progress ended with the goalless ending here on Wednesday night.
Both teams made a…
Football: Mumbai City announce Apuia Ralte’s departure, player to join Mohun Bagan
New Delhi; Mumbai City FC have confirmed the departure of Lalengmawia Ralte better known as Apuia, the talented midfielder who will be joining Mohun Bagan Super Giant after deciding to trigger the buy-out clause in his contract.…
Euro 2024: Portugal seal spot in knockouts with a match to spare
Dortmund; Bernardo Silva and Bruno Fernandes were on target as Portugal sealed their place in the knockout stages of the UEFA Euro 2024 with a match to spare at the BVB Stadion Dortmund on Saturday. Silva and Fernandes scored a goal…
Hjulmand stunner cancels out Kane goal as Denmark hold England 1-1
Frankfurt: Morten Hjulmand scored the equaliser as Denmark came back to hold favourites England to a 1-1 draw in a Group C match of the UEFA Euro 2024 here on Thursday. Hjulmand struck in the 34th minute to cancel out the goal scored by…
Ivan Schranz goal helps Slovakia stun Belgium on debut
Frankfurt (Germany), June 18 (IANS) Slovakia made a sensational European championship debut by stunning Belgium 1-0 in their opening match in Group E in Euro 2024 here on Monday. An early Ivan Schranz goal was enough for Slovakia to beat…
Erik Janza’s late deflection ends Denmark vs Slovenia in draw
Stuttgart: Erik Janza’s deflected late strike secured a 1-1 draw for Slovenia against Denmark, cancelling out Christian Eriksen’s early goal in a thrilling Group C opener of Euro Cup.
The Danes took the lead in the 17th minute,…
Euro 2024: Spain dominate Croatia for 3-0 win in opening match
Berlin; Alvaro Morata, Fabian Ruiz, and Daniel Carvajal scored once each in the first half as Spain got their UEFA Euro 2024 campaign off to a flying start with a 3-0 win against Croatia in a Group B encounter here on Saturday evening.…
Prosecutors call for Pogba, his brother and others to face trial in kidnap case
The player, who has since been suspended for four years for doping, was kidnapped and held by two unidentified men who demanded he give them 13 million euros ($14 million), according to Paris prosecutors.
FIFA WC Qualifiers: India lose out on qualification dreams with controversial 1-2 loss against Qatar
Doha: Indian football fans were again left seething in frustration as the side fell against Asian Champions Qatar despite taking the lead in the first half. The scoreline ended 2-1 in favour of the home side at the Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium…
Three Valencia fans arrested over racial abuse on Vinicius Jr
Madrid: Real Madrid have announced that three fans have been arrested and also handed Stadium life bans after they got into an altercation with Vinicius Jr over racial abuse at the Mestalla stadium during the match between Valencia CF and…
Punjab FC crowned winner of Dream Sports Championship after 1-0 win over East Bengal
Mumbai: Punjab FC secured the Dream Sports Championship trophy with a 1-0 victory over East Bengal FC in the final at the Cooperage Football Ground on Friday. A solitary goal by Arshvir Singh was enough for Punjab FC, who are now the…
Skipper Sunil Chhetri signs off in style, gives one last message to media
Kolkata: On a night in which the spotlight shone on India’s brightest star, an emotional Sunil Chhetri did not make an appearance at the post-game conference. The Indian skipper managed to sign off one last time in a way only he could, one…
Football: Vinicius Jr deserves Ballon d’Or, says Neymar
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil): Brazil star Neymar has backed compatriot Vinicius Junior to win this year's Ballon d'Or after the Real Madrid forward played a leading role in his club's UEFA Champions League and La Liga triumphs. Vinicius was…