Author: Barkha Roy

India has risen to the top of the table after defeating Vanuatu 1-0 in the 2023 Intercontinental Cup. Vanuatu played a high-energy game and defended admirably until the 80th minute. India captain Sunil Chhetri was the right man at the right time when he discovered the internet and dedicated the goal to his soon-to-be-born child. Vanuatu’s defence stood tall, especially captain Brian, who was a tank in front of the goal. India’s attacking line performed admirably but was unable to capitalise on the opportunities they created. Both India and Igor Stimac will be pleased with the outcome of a game marked by numerous…

Cristiano Ronaldo has stated that he is interested in owning a football club after retiring from the game in “two to three years maximum.” The Portuguese international has a contract with Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr until June 2025, but he is already thinking about his next move. “I don’t rule out becoming a club owner,”the 38-year-old, told reporters during an event in Madrid for his new bottled water business venture. “It’s something I thought about a few years back. I probably would like to own a [football] club. I’m at the end of my career, two to three years…

Senegalese defender Mourtada Fall has signed a two-year contract with Odisha FC, and the club is thrilled to announce the news. Fall’s hiring by the team brings him back into contact with his old coach Sergio Lobera and bodes well for the defence of the team. The club’s desire to compete at the highest level is demonstrated by the acquisition of the Indian Siper League defender with the most goals scored, who has an impressive total of 17 goals. Fall has made incomparable contributions to the ISL after making an enduring impression while playing for FC Goa and Mumbai City FC in the past.…

NorthEast United Football Club is pleased to announce the appointment of Naushad Moosa as Indian Assistant Coach, Head Coach of the Reserve Team, and Head of Youth Development on a two-year contract. Beginning his coaching career as the Youth Coach of Mumbai FC in 2008, the former Indian international brings a wealth of experience having held coaching positions with ISL and I-League teams with both youth and senior squads. Moosa has previously worked with Mumbai FC, Pune FC, and Air India, and his most recent position was as the Indian Assistant Coach, Reserve Team Head Coach, and Head of Academy…

Pakistan paceman Shaheen Shah Afridi admits that if he had been able to bowl his full quota in the 2022 T20 World Cup final against England, things could have gone differently. The adolescent expressed concern about how the 2021 edition ended for Pakistan. In the 2022 T20 World Cup final, Afridi took a brilliant catch to dismiss England’s Harry Brook in the 13th over, but he injured his knee in the process. After only two overs, the left-arm pacer was forced off the pitch. England won by five wickets with one over remaining. The new-ball bowler told ESPN Cricinfo that if he…

Following in the footsteps of Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mane, a former forward for Liverpool, has been connected to a move to Saudi Arabia. In January, more than a month after his Manchester United contract expired, Ronaldo signed with Al-Nassr FC. Since the superstar Portuguese player moved, the Saudi Pro League has drawn more attention from around the world. Now, the Saudi Arabian government wants to capitalise on this notoriety. BILD reports that they have a list of 20 stars they want to sign in the summer, according to CBS journalist Ben Jacobs. Sadio Mane, a forward for Bayern Munich, is among…

Amid interests from Arsenal and Liverpool, Moises Caicedo and Alexis MacAllister may leave Brighton & Hove Albion this summer, according to manager Roberto De Zerbi. The Seagulls’ incredible 3-0 Premier League victory over the Gunners on Sunday was made possible by the midfield duo. At the Emirates, De Zerbi’s team severely damaged Mikel Arteta’s team’s chances of winning the title. Following the victory, the Brighton manager was questioned about potential departures this summer. In his reply, he mentioned Caicedo and Mac Allister as two players who might be leaving the Amex, as reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano: “For sure,…

David de Gea has agreed to terms on a new contract extension with Manchester United beyond the end of the current season. The framework of a deal has been negotiated, with a lower base salary and incentives for matches played and competition performances, and is awaiting approval from United before an announcement is made. According to the Telegraph, United did not want to exercise the one-year option on De Gea’s contract, which would have paid him more than 350,000 pounds per week when the club was in the Champions League. With the Red Devils announcing financial losses and an increasing…

Manchester United are interested in signing Napoli central defender Kim Min-jae this summer, and the Serie A champions may be willing to sell if the Red Devils pay around 60 million euros. The 26-year-old has had an incredible first season in Italy after joining from Fenerbahce last summer for just 18 million and playing a key role in their remarkable title success. The South Korean had only been in Turkey for one season after moving from the Chinese Super League, but he is proving to be extremely adaptable to new surroundings. Old Trafford could be his latest new home if…

Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is on the verge of joining Arsenal as their first signing of the summer. The Gunners are currently competing with Manchester City for the Premier League title. While their efforts to end their domestic title drought may end in disappointment, they have secured a place in the Champions League. Mikel Arteta is already attempting to bolster his squad ahead of their return to Europe’s top table. Even before the transfer window opens, the Gunners are closing in on their first signing. Zubimendi, 24, is ‘very close’ to joining Arsenal, according to Spanish outlet AS. He has reportedly…