Vimal Yoganathan: ‘I can't remember any Tamil players growing up. It's a problem'
Barnsley's trailblazer is determined to show what he can do, starting against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup
Vimal Yoganathan was eight years...
The Flintshire football prodigy now making a great impression at Barnsley
He is the first player of Sri Lankan Tamil descent to play for a professional club in the UK.
Cast complete for final round of Qualifiers
Kuala Lumpur: Brunei Darussalam, Sri Lanka and Timor-Leste checked in for the final round of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers on...
Qualifiers: Perera takes Sri Lanka through
Phnom Penh: Sri Lanka checked into the final round of the AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ Qualifiers after defeating Cambodia 4-2 on penalties in...
Playoff - 1st Leg: Sri Lanka 0-0 Cambodia
Colombo: Cambodia displayed resilience to hold Sri Lanka to a 0-0 draw in their AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027™ playoff tie on Thursday.
Chilling remote island home to US military ‘Black Site’ where visitors are BANNED & dozens shipwrecked people are stuck
IN the depths of the Indian Ocean lies an island home to a secretive military base believed to be one of the CIA’s notorious Black Sites.
Diego...
Chilling remote island home to US military ‘Black Site' where visitors are BANNED & dozens shipwrecked people are stuck
IN the depths of the Indian Ocean lies an island home to a secretive military base believed to be one of the CIA’s notorious Black Sites.
Diego...
Sri Lanka’s Betting App Boom: A Growing Trend in the Digital Age
Sri Lanka, a nation with a deep-rooted passion for sports, is witnessing a surge in the popularity of betting apps. This burgeoning trend is...
Gibraltar vs Scotland predictions, odds and betting tips
Scotland take on Gibraltar in an international friendly as the start of Euro 2024 gets closer.
Gibraltar vs Scotland odds
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England rivals ‘face being THROWN OUT of Euro 2024 as Uefa and Fifa set deadline’
SPAIN could be THROWN OUT of Euro 2024 for government interference in the Spanish FA, according to reports.
Spanish clubs including Real Madrid...
Jeff Stelling hails ‘most difficult pundit in history’ after being accused of Soccer Saturday reunion ‘snub’
JEFF STELLING brilliantly praised Rodney Marsh on social media after the ex-Soccer Saturday presenter dubbed his old colleague the “most difficult...
Where the iconic cast of Soccer Saturday is now as Sky Sports legends Jeff Stelling and Co reunite for dinner
CHRIS KAMARA has put fans in a nostalgic mood after sharing a picture of himself with a host of his former Soccer Saturday pals out for dinner.
The...
England risk World Cup ban as huge storm kicks off over FA Cup replays being scrapped
MPs demanding a U-turn on the FA Cup replay row could risk England being banned by Fifa.
During the second reading of the Football Regulation bill...
AFC President praises Sri Lanka's efforts to elevate football
Colombo: AFC President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa has hailed the commitment of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) towards...
Sri Lanka, Brunei shine in pilot FIFA Series
Kuala Lumpur: The inaugural FIFA Series took place across six different locations over the recent international period featuring 24 teams from all...
Liam Gordon Starts as Guyana Easily Overcome Cambodia
Walsall defender Liam Gordon retained his place in the Guyana starting eleven as they took on took Cambodia in their second group game of the...
Liam Gordon Starts as Guyana Begin FIFA Series with a Defeat
Walsall defender Liam Gordon was named among the starting eleven as Guyana took on Cape Verde in their opening group game of the inaugural FIFA...
UK taxes have reached 1948 levels – but the contrast between the budgets is stark
According to official forecasts, measures in Wednesday's budget have left tax as a share of national income at 37.1%
In 1948, the country was in...
FFSL organises Pilot Child Safeguarding Awareness Programme
Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte: The Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL)’s efforts to create a safe and nurturing environment for the country’s young...
Fifa announce brand new competition is set to start in days – but fans have probably never heard of it
FIFA have announced a brand-new international competition that is set to start in just days.
The Fifa Series will see international teams from...
What is the FIFA Series? Football’s next national team competitions
FIFA intends to introduce a series of friendly matches in one location come 2026 with a pilot set for the March window in 2024.
FIFA is ready to...
How kind Kate Garraway came to Chris Kamara's rescue amid his crippling health battles
FOOTIE pundit Chris Kamara says he has made huge progress in his battle with speech apraxia thanks to Kate Garraway.
The Good Morning Britain host...
How kind Kate Garraway came to Chris Kamara’s rescue amid his crippling health battles
FOOTIE pundit Chris Kamara says he has made huge progress in his battle with speech apraxia thanks to Kate Garraway.
The Good Morning Britain...
AFC President meets Sri Lankan Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs
Doha: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) President Shaikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa hosted a high-level meeting with His Excellency Harin...
Sri Lankan midfielder signs professional deal with Barnsley after being rewarded for his progress at League One club in 2023-24
HIGHLY-RATED Barnsley teenage midfielder Vimal Yoganathan has signed his first professional contract with the League One club.
Jeff Stelling and Chris Kamara cheated death on world’s most dangerous road as host reveals ‘we were nearly fertiliser’
JEFF STELLING and Chris Kamara once shared the Soccer Saturday screen together.
But the popular duo almost met their fate at the same time...
I’m a Man City cult hero – now I manage international team full of fishermen and tuk-tuk drivers
ANDY MORRISON will always be a cult hero for helping drag Manchester City off their knees.
But if he thought marshalling City’s defence while...
Journalist who helps decide Ballon d’Or submits the strangest votes every single year
Sri Lankan journalist Hafiz Marikar has taken an interesting view on who the best player in the world is with some of his selections for the Ballon...
‘I've been so lucky': Hamilton swaps Essex Alliance for Sri Lanka's World Cup dream
FC Baresi midfielder is preparing to face Yemen in Saudi Arabia instead of turning out in the 11th tier of English football
It's a long way from...
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Kit donation brings joy to youngsters in Sri Lanka
India bowling coach breaks silence amid huge Shami Asia Cup decision
Team India were the first to qualify for the 2023 Asia Cup final earlier this week, defeating Pakistan and Sri Lanka on consecutive days in...
Bureau of the FIFA Council lifts suspension on Football Federation of Sri Lanka
—- The Bureau of the FIFA Council has decided to lift the suspension that was imposed on the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) in January...
Terrifying moment angry elephant goes berserk at Buddhist parade as pilgrims run for their lives jumping into water
THIS is the terrifying moment an angry elephant caused havoc at a Buddhists parade causing people to plunge into the water.
The chaos was captured...
Dillon De Silva delighted to be back at Torquay United
“It feels like home,” said De Silva, who has played international football for Sri Lanka.
Torquay United sign Sri Lanka international midfielder Dillon De Silva
He rejoins the Gulls on a permanent deal
Rashford’s ex-fiancee Lucia Loi breaks silence after split from Man Utd star as England Wags gather round her in support
LUCIA LOI has broken her silence following her break-up with Marcus Rashford.
The Manchester United hitman was set to tie the knot with the...
Meet the Luton and Coventry Wags who’ll be cheering on their boys at Wembley as they aim to reach Premier League
LUTON and Coventry Wags are heading to Wembley.
The Hatters saw off Sunderland in their semi-final, while the Sky Blues edged out...
Inside incredible football journey of Celtic Women star Jacynta from Man Utd to Napoli to dates with Carl Starfelt
IT might not be a name which trips off the tongue of most native Scottish speakers.
But Jacynta Galabadaarachchi is well on the way to becoming...
Just Stop Oil activists ramp up their action and plot a summer of sporting chaos
JUST Stop Oil activists are plotting a summer of sporting chaos as they ramp up their action.
The eco-zealots tucked into hummus and vegan...
Jungles, jackfruit and community tourism: this is Sri Lanka at its best
Our author and her family are wowed by an ethical travel break, meeting local schoolchildren and visiting eco resorts set in verdant countryside...
Haseeb Hameed is made captain of the England Lions for their Test tour of Sri Lanka next month
Hameed will lead the second-string in two 'Tests' against Sri Lanka , with England convinced he still has a future at the highest level despite...
Never forget how the Sri Lankan journalist voted for the 2017, 2018 & 2019 Ballon d'Or
On Monday, the greatest individual award in football takes place – the Ballon d’Or. One hundred journalists from the top 100 UEFA Nations have...
Clyde goalkeeper Josh Bradley-Hurst to become club’s first international in 55 years after Sri Lanka call up
Josh Bradley-Hurst, who was born in Sri Lanka, has been included in the squad for a training camp.
Former Celtic youngster set for journey from lower leagues to Sri Lanka international system
The promising goalkeeper has had a great upbringing with experience at the Parkhead club and in the English Championship, and he's now set for a...
Dominant India beat Sri Lanka in SAFF U-20 Championship
A dominant India registered their first victory in the ongoing SAFF U-20 Championship when they beat Sri Lanka 4-0 at the Kalinga Stadium on Friday.
Aussies raise concerns about touring Sri Lanka during crisis
Sri Lanka is reeling under its worst economic crisis since independence in 1948, with a severe shortage of foreign exchange severely curtailing...
Miquita Oliver relives ‘horrendous’ and 'earth shattering' Boxing Day tsunami
Approximately 230,000 people lost their lives in the disaster which devastated coastal areas of Indonesia, Sri Lanka, India, Maldives, and Thailand...
Man City cult hero Andy Morrison becomes new boss of international minnows Sri Lanka on three-year contract
MANCHESTER CITY cult hero Andy Morrison has been appointed as Sri Lanka boss. The former club captain, 51, returns to management after quitting...
Former Plymouth Argyle, Manchester City defender becomes Sri Lanka head coach
Andy Morrison will be assisted in his new role by ex-Millwall defender Keith Stevens
AFC Cup: Juan Ferrando warns ATK Mohun Bagan ahead of clash against Abahani Dhaka
The ATK MB coach wants to win the AFC Cup game against Abahani Dhaka at any cost after their 5-0 thrashing of Sri Lankan side Blue Star SC.
AFC Cup: ATK Mohun Bagan thrash Blue Star 5-0, seal play-off berth
ATK Mohun Bagan moved closer to AFC Cup group stage qualification with an emphatic 5-0 win over Blue Star SC of Sri Lanka at the Salt Lake Stadium...
ATK Mohun Bagan 5-0 Blue Star: Player ratings as the Mariners run riot in the AFC Cup
Player ratings as ATK Mohun Bagan romp Sri Lankan side Blue Star to book their play-off spot in the AFC Cup.
AFC Cup qualifier: ATK Mohun Bagan vs Blue Star preview, probable XI & prediction
Everything you need to know regarding ATK Mohun Bagan's AFC Cup preliminary round clash against Sri Lankan champions Blue Star.
ATK Mohun Bagan firm favourites vs Blue Star in AFC Cup match
Seeking to qualify for the main tournament for the second consecutive year, local heavyweights ATK Mohun Bagan will start as firm favourites...
50 per cent crowd allowed for ATKB's upcoming AFC Cup match
Spectators will be allowed to fill up half of the Salt Lake Stadium during ATK Mohun Bagan's AFC Cup preliminary round two clash against Sri...
We've to be careful against Blue Star: ATKMB coach
All set to open their AFC Cup campaign this season against Blue Star on Tuesday, ATK Mohun Bagan coach Juan Ferrando is wary of their rivals'...
Shane Warne's support for Boxing Day Tsunami victims turned him from hated to beloved in Sri Lanka
After the devastating Boxing Day Tsunami in 2004, which killed more than 200,000 people around the world - 30,000 of them in Sri Lanka alone -...
India spinner Patel returns to test squad against Sri Lanka
Patel, who has taken 36 wickets and is also a batter down the order
Kent to face Sri Lankan side
Kent’s Men’s First XI will welcome a touring Sri Lankan party to Canterbury for a four-day, first-class match from Friday 6th May. It will be the...
India blank Sri Lanka 5-0 in SAFF U-19 Women's Championship
The Indian team got off to a flying start in the SAFF U-19 Women's Championship here on Monday, defeating Sri Lanka by a massive 5-0 margin to...
SAFF Championship 2021 roundup: Maldives move to second spot with a narrow win over Sri Lanka
India remain winless in 2021 SAFF Championship...
SAFF Championship: India face Nepal in must-win match
A beleaguered Indian football team faces Nepal in a must-win match in the SAFF Championship here on Sunday. Seven-time winners India are yet to log...
2011-2021: Guam to Sri Lanka - What are India's worst results in the last 11 years?
The Blue Tigers were held to a goalless draw by 205th ranked Sri Lanka in the SAFF Championship 2021...