Anirudh Thapa scored a historic goal against Uruguay, becoming the first Indian to score against a top-20 FIFA nation since 1992.
The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad received a bomb threat email during an India Under-19 vs Australia Under-19 cricket match, with the sender claiming association with the 'Khalistan National Army' and also warning of blasts at upcoming Diljit Dosanjh concerts.
The Indian men's hockey team's failure to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup has highlighted significant issues, including a lack of intent in player transition and questionable selection decisions, according to former players and experts.
NorthEast United FC secured a thrilling 5-2 victory over Shillong Lajong in the Durand Cup semifinals, largely thanks to Alaaeddine Ajaraie's hat-trick. After trailing 1-2 at halftime, the Highlanders mounted a spectacular second-half comeback, scoring four goals to book their spot in the semi-finals for the fourth consecutive time, where they will face Mohun Bagan Super Giant.
Former India captain Subrata Paul asserts that goalkeepers were instrumental in the success of teams at the recent FIFA World Cup, often outshining attacking players. He highlights specific goalkeepers like Vozinha, Unai Simon, Emiliano Martinez, and Thibaut Courtois for their exceptional performances and discusses the evolving role of modern goalkeepers in tactical play.
Bollywood action hero Tiger Shroff is all set to turn his football dream into reality with a likely Durand Cup debut for Mumbay FC.
The international football tournament will return to India after an absence of 10 years.
India stormed past Kyrgyzstan 3-0 and will face Syria in the final of the ONGC Nehru Cup football tournament.
National coach Wim Koevermans has named 37 players for the preparatory camp for the Nehru Cup football tournament, which kicks off on August 23.
The Nehru Cup football tournament, which kicks-off in Delhi on Wednesday, provides coach Bob Houghton an opportunity to test his boys against quality sides Syria and Lebanon, who are also vying for a place in the Asian Cup.
A goal by Ahmed Rasheed deep into second half stoppage time saw Maldives edge past Syria 2-1 and stay in the hunt for a place in the final of the Nehru Cup at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Monday. While Maldives have six points from three matches, Syria could muster only one from that many outings.
The Maldives kicked off their campaign in the Nehru Cup football tournament on a perfect note, beating Nepal 2-1 at the Jawaharlal Nehru stadium, in Delhi, on Thursday.
They beat Border Security Force 4-3 via the tie-break in the final to win their third Nehru Cup hockey title in a row.
The Durand Cup football tournament will feature 24 teams, including seven debutants, across five cities from July 25 to August 23. Kolkata remains the primary hub, hosting the final, while Ranchi, Imphal, Shillong, and Guwahati will also host matches, bringing together a diverse mix of Indian and overseas teams.
Goalkeeper Subrata Paul's heroics were the highlight of a dramatic summit clash as defending champions India beat Syria 6-5 via the tie-breaker to win the five-nation Nehru Cup international football Tournament at the Ambedkar Stadium in Delhi on Monday night. Paul conjured up a special performance, saving as many as three penalty shots, as India emerged triumphant in the penalty shoot-out following a 1-1 deadlock at the end of full-time and 30 minutes of extra-time.
Star striker Sunil Chhetri was named captain of the Indian team for the Nehru Cup international football tournament starting at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from Wednesday.
Cameroon pumped in five goals against a hapless Nepal in their second match of the Nehru Cup at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi.
'Gandhi was Thakur and Gabbar was Jinnah.'
The third round-robin match in the Nehru Cup international football tournament between Lebanon and Sri Lanka on Friday was postponed to Saturday because of heavy rain that lashed Delhi and rendered the Ambedkar Stadium pitch unplayable. The match between India and Kyrgyzstan earlier scheduled for Saturday will be played on Sunday.
Ouday Abduljaffal turned out to be Syria's saviour as his crucial strike helped the west Asian nation hold Cameroon to a 2-2 draw and stay alive in the Nehru Cup football tournament in New Delhi on Friday.
Dutchman Wim Koevermans's stint as coach of the Indian football team started on a positive note as Portugal-returned skipper Sunil Chhetri and Anthony Pereira's strikes propelled the hosts to a 2-1 win over Syria in the Nehru Cup opener in Delhi on Wednesday.
Star striker Sunil Chhetri has been named aomng the Indian probables for the forthcoming Nehru Cup which will kick off at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium from August 22 in New Delhi.
Mohamed Al Zeno's goal gave Syria a 1-0 victory over Lebanon and their third successive victory in the Nehru Cup football tournament.
A rampaging Syria crushed Sri Lanka 4-0 in their second round-robin match as the West Asians bolstered their favourites tag in the Nehru Cup international football tournament in Delhi on Monday.
Striker NP Pradeep 's 43rd minute strike gave the hosts a 1-0 victory over Syria in the final.
As the FIFA World Cup concludes, we give you a curated list of the most impressive Hindi and English shows from 2026 to fill the OTT void.
Bengaluru FC appoint former India coach Savio Medeira as Head of Youth Development, aiming to strengthen its grassroots pathway and nurture local talent.
Striker Sunil Chhetri, who is recovering from an ankle injury, made it to the 20-member Indian squad for the Nehru Cup international football Tournament, starting at the Ambedkar stadium in Delhi on Tuesday.
Kyrgyzstan rounded off their campaign in the five-nation Nehru Cup football tournament with a 4-1 victory over Sri Lanka at the Ambedkar stadium on Friday.
Defending champions India began their campaign in the Nehru Cup football tournament on a losing note, going down fighting to Lebanon by a solitary goal at the Ambedkar stadium in Delhi on Wednesday. An early goal by Lebanon defender Ali Al Saadi proved decisive as the hosts came up with a good showing before going down.
Goalkeeper Subrata Paul emerged hero as India beat Syria 5-4 via sudeen death in the final to win the five-nation Nehru Cup football tournament at the Ambedkar stadium on Monday. The teams were locked goalless at full-time and 1-1 after extra-time.
Title contenders Syria lived up to expectations, blanking Kyrgyzstan 2-0 in the second match of the Nehru Cup international football tournament in Delhi on Thursday. Syria, at No 95 the highest FIFA-ranked side in the five-nation tournament, dominated for most of the match and could have won by a bigger margin had not they missed some clear chances at the floodlit Ambedkar stadium.
India, who beat Syria 1-0 in the final of the tournament in 2007, are placed in Group A along with Lebanon and Palestine, who replaced Thailand after the South East Asian country refused to send their national 'A' team. Syria, Kyrgyzstan and Sri Lanka make up Group B.
India's captain says the team has a realistic chance of winning the tournament.
The Kerala Sports Department has submitted its confidential inquiry report regarding the controversy surrounding the proposed visit of football legend Lionel Messi and the Argentina team to the state during the previous government's tenure.
The Durand Cup, Asia's oldest football tournament, will commence on July 25 and conclude on August 23. This edition will feature 24 teams, including two foreign sides, with matches spread across five cities, including debutant host Ranchi. The tournament continues to be a vital platform for Indian football talent.
Skipper Sunil Chhetri led by example scoring twice while Syed Rahim Nabi found the target once, as India posted a convincing 3-0 win over Maldives for their second victory in the Nehru Cup football tournament, in New Delhi on Saturday.
India enhanced their chances of making it to the final of the five-nation Nehru Cup football tournament with a 3-1 victory over Sri Lanka at the Ambedkar stadium in Delhi on Wednesday.
Steven Dias and Sunil Chetri scored a brace and N P Pradeep and skipper Bhaichung Bhutia chipped in with a goal each as India started their Nehru Cup campaign with a bang.
