Ijiri stays grounded despite dominant Japan show
Thammasat: Head coach Akira Ijiri was measured in his assessment following Japan's 6-0 victory over India in the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
Desire to be excellent driving Japan's Fukushima
Thammasat: Noa Fukushima's blend of passion and attacking intelligence was on full display as Japan opened their AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand...
Group C: Japan 6-0 India
Thammasat: Japan underlined their title credentials with a 6-0 defeat of India in Group C of the AFC U20 Women's Asian Cup Thailand 2026™ on...
AIFF grant extension to Mohun Bagan, Kerala Blasters for non-payment of participation fee
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has granted Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Kerala Blasters an extension until April 5 to pay their first ISL...
‘Everything was a blur after I scored’: Ryan Williams after successful India debut
Ryan Williams, a 32-year-old who relinquished his Australian citizenship to represent India, expressed disbelief and delight after scoring the...
Matildas stars return to squad for friendlies as Joe Montemurro builds to 2027 World Cup
Sam Kerr and Caitlin Foord named as Mary Fowler rests after Asian CupAustralia to play 153rd-ranked Malawi followed by India or KenyaMatildas coach...
Asian Cup Qualifiers: Ryan Williams impresses on India debut, scores in win over Hong Kong
India secured their first win in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers, defeating Hong Kong 2-1 in Kochi. Ryan Williams opened the scoring early,...
Preview - Group C: Japan v India
Thammasat: Japan head coach Ijiri Akira has refused to take India lightly as the two sides prepare to face off in Group C of the AFC U20 Women's...
Qualifiers - Group C: India 2-1 Hong Kong, China
Kochi: India ended their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers Final Round Group C journey with a 2-1 win over Hong Kong, China on Tuesday.
Asian Cup Qualifiers: Spotlight on Ryan Williams as India face Hong Kong
Ryan Williams is poised to make his India debut against Hong Kong in their final AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifier. Despite both teams being out of...
KPMG to evaluate 'feasibility' of bids received for Indian football's commercial rights
The AIFF Executive Committee has referred three long-term commercial rights bids for club competitions to KPMG for audit. This decision follows ISL...
Dermot Kennedy: ‘I have toyed with the idea of living in Nashville or New York but nothing appeals more than being at home’
Notre Dame Stadium, Indiana – home to the ‘Fighting Irish’ college football team – is a massive concrete bowl, and among the most capacious...
How to watch today's Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
Where to watch the IPL 2026 match online between Mumbai Indians vs Kolkata Knight Riders, including live streams, TV channels, start time and more.
Minute's applause from football fans for player's partner after death at 37
Mum-of-two Rachel Borthwick passed away on Sunday in Delhi, India, with her parents by her side.
Explained: Why ISL clubs want FanCode over Genius Sports as commercial partner
Genius Sports and FanCode have submitted bids for Indian Super League (ISL) and Federation Cup commercial rights, with Genius Sports offering a...
FanCode, Genius Sports make contrast bids for ISL, Federation Cup commercial rights
FanCode and Genius Sports are vying for Indian Super League and Federation Cup commercial rights, with Genius Sports making a significantly higher...
Indian football team, coach Khalid Jamil denied entry over Kochi stadium pay dispute
Indian football team and coach Khalid Jamil were denied entry to Kochi's Jawaharlal Nehru International Stadium for an Asian Cup qualifier....
Indian women’s football’s freefall: Five coaches in five years, another one loading
India’s disastrous AFC Women’s Asia Cup campaign, marked by three losses, including a humiliating 0–11 defeat to Japan, has exposed the All India...
India beat Pakistan 3-0 to reach SAFF U20 semi-finals
India secured a commanding 3-0 victory over Pakistan in the SAFF U20 Championship. Omang Dodum scored twice, with Vishal Yadav adding another goal....
Donations to support Rachel Borthwick and Graham Carey’s children spike after mum’s tragic death
Borthwick, the partner of Dunfermline Athletic midfielder Graham Carey, died in India on Sunday.
Fundraiser for Scots footballer Graham Carey's partner will help support kids
Brave Rachel Borthwick passed away in India after flying out for treatment.
Donations in memory of footballer's partner rise after he announces her death
Rachel Borthwick died in India on Sunday, where she had travelled for treatment for breast cancer.
'None of us are satisfied': India women's footballer Basfore | Exclusive
India’s women’s football team had to endure a disappointing 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup campaign, losing all three matches in the competition. In an...
Former St Mirren player pays tribute to partner who has died after cancer battle
Scottish footballer Graham Carey mourns partner Rachel Borthwick, who died in India after a battle with triple-negative breast cancer. GoFundMe...
Footballer pays heartbreaking tribute to partner who has died after cancer battle
Scottish footballer Graham Carey mourns partner Rachel Borthwick, who died in India after a battle with triple-negative breast cancer. GoFundMe...
Glasgow mum, 37, dies after brave cancer battle as footballer partner pays emotional tribute
Rachel Borthwick sadly passed away in Delhi, India, on Sunday, March 22.
Dunfermline Athletic star Graham Carey's partner Rachel Borthwick dies after cancer battle
Scottish footballer Graham Carey, Rachel Borthwick' passed away in Delhi, India, with her parents by her side, having travelled there for...
Scottish footballer Graham Carey's partner dies after brave cancer battle
Rachel Borthwick sadly passed away in Delhi, India, on Sunday, March 22.
Who is Ryan Williams? Australia-born footballer likely to play for India
The Australian-born forward was included after FIFA approved his change of association, allowing him to represent India at the senior level. He had...
‘Sport gave me new dreams': the emergence of Brazil women's blind team
Only existing since 2024, the team, who came fourth at the world championship, has changed its players' lives“We are the first, but we will not be...
Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan fall; Yokary Liga kicks off
Kolkata: Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant slipped to their first defeat of the season, relinquishing their position at the top of the...
"Most of all, you're my best friend": the Stockport couple celebrating their 60th year of marriage
The Harrops' journey from a rival football club romance to fifteen trips to India together.
'You can't have random plans': Aditi Chauhan on where it went wrong for India at AFC Women's Asia Cup
Former India international Aditi Chauhan calls India’s Asia Cup campaign a mix of promise and reality check, praising emerging talent while...
Uefa plans to offer Champions League streaming service direct to fans
Trial planned from 2027, potentially in big Asian marketUefa rejects call to end league phase ‘country protection'Uefa hopes to follow in the...
GMR Sports expresses interest in AIFF commercial rights tender
At least three entities – GMR Sports, FanCode and Capri Sports – have expressed interest in the commercial rights tender for the All India Football...
Alexander Zverev vs. Arthur Fils, watch tennis live on free-to-air television today: Who is showing/broadcasting the quarter-finals of the Indian Wells Masters on television and livestream?
Alexander Zverev will face France's Arthur Fils in the quarter-finals of the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells. Find out how you can watch the match...
Former Taiwan men's coach kicked-out of Women's Asian Cup match for ‘political chants'
Chen Kuei-jen escorted out of stadium by police for referring to TaiwanFormer national coach was encouraging crowd in Sydney to chantA former...
Prasobchoke basks in Chinese Taipei's progress
Sydney: Prasobchoke Chokemor praised the determination of his Chinese Taipei side after they defeated India 3-1 in their final Group C encounter to...
'Absolutely brilliant': Wes Brown says he still loves the decision he made before retiring
Wes Brown was a Manchester United academy graduate who wound up completing his playing career in India after a long, successful period in England....
India crash out of AFC Women’s Asian Cup without a single point
India exited the AFC Women’s Asian Cup after a 1-3 defeat to Chinese Taipei in their final group match. Despite creating several chances, India...
Group C: India 1-3 Chinese Taipei
Sydney: Chinese Taipei advanced to the quarter-finals of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ after defeating India 3-1 in Group C at the...
Preview - Group C: India v Chinese Taipei
Sydney: As India seek to erase the disappointment of their 11-0 defeat against Japan, head coach Amelia Valverde is keen to maximise the...
We will fight till the end, vows India's Shilky Devi
Sydney: For Shilky Devi Hemam, representing the Indian women's national football team on the continental stage is not just a matter of personal...
Review: How was my visit to NEW Inverness restaurant Talk of the Town?
The Press and Journal had dinner at the recently opened Indian Scottish restaurant within The Ambassador Hotel.
Video: 3 goals, 2 key passes, 88% duels won: United Women star dominates on international stage
Manchester United Women star Hinata Miyazawa scored a hat-trick as Japan Women crushed India 11-0 in the AFC Asian Cup.
The post Hinata Miyazawa:...
Miyazawa stamps her mark for Japan
Perth: Hinata Miyazawa stole the show with a hat-trick as Japan roared past India 11-0 in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C tie...
Clinical Japan live up to Nielsen's expectations; India's Valverde looks ahead
Perth: Japan head coach Nils Nielsen praised his team's efficiency following the emphatic 11-0 victory over India in their AFC Women's Asian Cup...
Newcastle 1-3 Man City: Pep Guardiola's understudies vindicate Erling Haaland gamble to torment the Toon AGAIN, writes CRAIG HOPE
CRAIG HOPE AT ST JAMES' PARK: Pep Guardiola and City have the Indian sign over Newcastle, and Omar Marmoush is the one casting the spell.
The World Cup is no stranger to strife – but this summer's finals already feel damaged | Jonathan Wilson
A hundred days from their first game, Iran's prospects of playing in the US are fast fading as turbulent times once more impact the...
Newly-engaged Aryna Sabalenka wears eye-popping diamond engagement ring DURING her first-round win at Indian Wells
Aryna Sabalenka joked that she hoped her gigantic engagement ring put off her opponent, as she wore it during her first-round win at Indian Wells.
Group C: India 0-11 Japan
Perth: Japan confirmed their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ quarter-final spot after cruising 11-0 past India in their Group C tie at the...
Aryna Sabalenka reveals diamond engagement ring decision as Emma Raducanu message sent
World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka wore her diamond engagement ring for the first time in competition as she beat Himeno Saktsume in straight sets at...
Jacob Bethell joined an elite club of England players with his valiant ton in India defeat... he is an undisputed victory for Bazball, writes RICHARD GIBSON
RICHARD GIBSON IN MUMBAI: The future of Bazball may be uncertain, but there is little doubt that Jacob Bethell has been its greatest product.
Sangita aims to keep India moving forward
Perth: Sangita Basfore is not your average midfielder, she is a bridge between experience and ambition, showing what it takes to compete at the...
Preview - Group C: India v Japan
Perth: India know they will have their hands full when they take on Japan in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C tie at the Perth...
Japan and Vietnam open Asian Cup campaigns with wins
Japan were frustrated for an hour by an obdurate Taiwan side but ultimately prevailed 2-0, while Ngan Thi Van Su struck in each half to help...
Soumya: India's heartbeat on and off the pitch
Perth: As India suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Vietnam in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C opener at the Perth...
Humble Van Su credits Vietnam teammates for super show
Perth: Big moments often demand calm minds and Ngan Thi Van Su provided exactly that as her clinical brace powered Vietnam to a 2-1 win over India...
Mai applauds Vietnam's tenacity; Valverde rues India's missed opportunity
Perth: Mai Duc Chung hailed his players' composure after Ngan Thi Van Su's brace secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over India in their AFC Women's...
Last-gasp blow dents India’s start to Women’s Asian Cup campaign
India’s Women’s Asian Cup campaign began with a last-gasp 2-1 loss to Vietnam, sealed by a stoppage-time strike. Japan had to stay patient before...
Group C: Vietnam 2-1 India
Perth: Ngan Thi Van Su struck both goals as Vietnam edged India 2-1 in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C tie at the Perth...
India women face embarrassment, get ill-fitting kits ahead of Asian Cup
Ahead of their AFC Women’s Asian Cup opener in Perth, India’s women footballers complained about ill-fitting kits and poor training gear. In a...
AFC Women's Asian Cup: From COVID-19 heartbreak, India back on merit against the continent's best
After a COVID-induced withdrawal in 2022, India's women's football team has qualified for the AFC Women's Asian Cup on merit. Under new coach...
Preview - Group C: Vietnam v India
Perth: Vietnam and India will be vying for an early advantage in their AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia 2026™ Group C tie at the Perth Rectangular...
Iraq and UAE could take Iran's World Cup finals spot due to Middle East crisis
Fifa regulations vague on issue of replacing any teamsWithdrawal would be first since France and India in 1950Iraq and the United Arab Emirates are...
Hunger fuelling China PR's Wu
Sydney: Missing out on China PR's title-winning run at the AFC Women's Asian Cup India 2022™ is fuelling Wu Haiyan's motivation for success at...
Central & South Asia Wrap: Mohun Bagan, Fergana triumph
Mumbai: The Uzbekistan Super League opened with a win for defending champions Neftchi Fergana while it was also smooth sailing for titleholders...
Blues Set To Star On Global Stage
A host of Everton Women’s stars have jetted off and reported for international duty ahead of a busy break from club football.
Three of ‘Japarton’...
ISL clubs reject late proposal to include Churchill in 2025-26 season
Indian Super League clubs have unanimously rejected the All India Football Federation's proposal to include Churchill Brothers in the ongoing...
Over a billion people but no World Cup games - former Everton star tackles football's ultimate test
EXCLUSIVE: Chris Beesley speaks to former Everton player Terry Phelan, who is trying to build football in India from the bottom up
Indiana head coach Curt Cignetti handed eye-watering new contract after winning national championship... here's exactly how much he'll earn
After leading the Indiana Hoosiers to their first ever football national title, coach Curt Cignetti has finalized a new contract which will keep...
First target is to qualify for the World Cup â Kurt Okraku sets clear goal for Black StarletsÂ
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has expressed optimism about the Black Starlets' chances at the upcoming U17 Africa Cup of...
We belong to the elite group on the African continent – Kurt Okraku confident ahead of Black Starlets' AFCON return
Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed strong belief in the Black Starlets' pedigree as the team prepares to return to the...
I believe they will go to the AFCON and make us proud â Kurt Okraku backs Black Starlets
Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kurt Okraku has thrown his full weight behind the Black Starlets as the team prepares for their first...
'Earn the right to criticise': NEUFC manager Juan Pedro Benali's appeal to fans
NorthEast United FC coach Juan Pedro Benali urged fans to support Indian football by attending matches and subscribing to watch games, rather than...
Played for Both | Five Former Royals And Trotters
Testing the Trotters.
Reading host promotion chasing Bolton Wanderers this evening as both teams look to keep up a positive vein of form.
Regular...
Chaos, courts, and kickoff: The ISL season that almost wasn’t
After months of administrative chaos, legal battles and uncertainty, the 2025–26 Indian Super League (ISL) season finally begins five months late....
How FanCode’s sub-licensing move with Sony solves ISL’s broadcast puzzle
Hours before kickoff, FanCode officially sub-licensed ISL’s TV rights to Sony Sports Network, opting for wider reach over exclusivity. The Dream...
Churchill not added to ISL season; 'fault of the administration,' says Bhutia
Churchill Brothers will not be promoted to the Indian Super League for the 2025-26 season, the AIFF ruled, despite provisionally finishing top of...
AFC Emergency Medicine & Anti-Doping Regional Course reinforces players' health care
Chennai: The AFC Emergency Medicine & Anti-Doping Regional Course concluded successfully in Chennai, India, on Thursday after four days of...
Young footballer Soham eyes national call-up through his stint in Spain
Guwahati-born footballer Soham Bhagawati, now in Spain, is honing his skills for a potential India debut. Inspired by family and Sunil Chhetri, he...
FanCode sub-licenses ISL 2025–26 TV broadcast to Sony Sports Network
FanCode has sub-licensed the TV coverage of the 2025-26 ISL season to Sony Sports Network. Sony were among the early interested parties for the ISL...
Expansion plans move forward for Inverness city centre business
Indian Stores & More is behind the expansion proposals.
Women’s football team quizzed over murder of British mum-of-four in France
Karen Carter was found dead outside a property she rented out in France last year (Picture: Handout and Shutterstock)
Detectives have interviewed...
Pat McAfee stuns college football fans with unhinged 'erection' comment live on ESPN
McAfee and his usual Monday-Friday co-hosts Darius Butler and AJ Hawk had some weekend work in Pasadena, hosting an extra ESPN broadcast for the...
Oregon silence Texas Tech in Orange Bowl to reach College Football Playoff last four
Oregon defense shuts down Texas Tech offenseCFP bye curse continues under expanded playoffDucks advance to Peach Bowl semi-finalMatayo Uiagalelei...
Indiana-Alabama CFP game thrown into chaos as California rain leaves stadium completely flooded hours before kickoff
No. 1 ranked Indiana and The Crimson Tide are due to play in the Rose Bowl at the iconic venue of the same name in Pasadena but heavy rainfall has...
Qualifiers - Group D: IR Iran 1-2 India; Chinese Taipei 1-3 Palestine
Ahmedabad: India qualified for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026™ after a hard-fought 2-1 win against Islamic Republic of Iran in their...
Where to watch today's Golden State Warriors vs Indiana Pacers NBA Game: Livestream, TV channels and start time
How to watch the NBA game between the Golden State Warriors and the Indiana Pacers, as well as tip-off time and team news.