Eriksson, known in Sweden simply as "Svennis", led England to the 2002 and 2006 World Cup quarter-finals, and to the 2004 European Championship, managing a golden generation of players that besides Beckham included stars such as Frank Lampard, Wayne Rooney and Steven Gerrard.
Arjun Erigaisi briefly reached a career-high live rating of 2771.2 earlier this week and is the only Indian since Vishwanathan Anand to do so.
Jeswin Aldrin, who had already qualified for the championships, however missed the cut.
World champions Germany are favourites in their fourth successive European wonen's final on Sunday.
Taking his tally up to two points out of a possible four, Anand now has his task cut out for the remaining five games in this strongest tournament of the year. The world rapid champion needs a couple of victories to stake a claim in the tournament.
The Joy and Drama of Track and Field at the Olympics.
If I do the right things, I have all the chances in the world: Gukesh
After taking receipt of 15,000 eggs instead of the 1,500 they wanted, Norway's team at this month's Pyeongchang Winter Olympics may have a pretty limited menu
US women dazzle in crystal-studded leos
The Joy and Drama of Track and Field at the Olympics.
The beautiful hill station of Shillong, known for its natural beauty and rich culture, has been named the most popular travel spot in India for 2025.
Novak Djokovic, who has won a record nine titles at Melbourne Park including the last three, has repeatedly declined to reveal whether he has been vaccinated against COVID-19, with Australian Open organisers Tennis Australia confirming that all players would have to be vaccinated to compete in Melbourne.
Ramita Jindal ended seventh in the final of the 10m air rifle women's competition.
England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in a second round Women's World Cup game.
The Czech Republic snatched a last-gasp 2-1 win over the Netherlands thanks to Vaclav Pilar's added time goal after a dreadful mistake by Daryl Janmaat in their opening Euro 2016 qualifier on Tuesday.
Chess icon Viswanathan Anand feels the current crop of Indian players, that he has had a role in shaping, has turned out to be "great" in grabbing crucial opportunities.
The Indian teams made winning starts in the Open and women's sections of the 44th Chess Olympiad in Chennai on Friday.
Manchester City squandered a three-goal lead to draw 3-3 with Feyenoord in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Neeraj Chopra's broad shoulders will carry a weight of massive expectations
The medal tally at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.
American Masai Russell won the Olympic 100 metres hurdles title in a blanket finish on Saturday.
Dramatic scenes from Track and Field at the Tokyo Olympics.
Hinata Miyazawa scored her fifth goal of the tournament as Japan beat Norway 3-1 in a clash of former champions on Saturday to reach the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup.
Sarina Bolden headed the winner as the Philippines spoiled co-hosts New Zealand's party
With a jam-packed schedule brimming with both legendary athletes and captivating storylines, Paris 2024 promises unforgettable moments.
A summary of the Euro 2024 qualification matches played on Saturday.
Eliud Kipchoge confirmed his status as the Greatest Marathoner of the 21st Century by winning a second Olympic Marathon, only the third runner in history to do so.
Spain's late substitute Joselu struck two quick-fire goals on his debut to seal a 3-0 win over Norway
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Thursday
Elavenil took gold in the women's 10m air rifle event to clinch her second gold at the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Rifle/Pistol competition
While Hollywood attended the Oscars on Sunday night, film folk back home were busy getting glam for the Zee Cine Awards in Mumbai.
The World Cup began with 32 teams competing in a group stage, with teams divided into eight groups of four.
Norway last qualified for the World Cup in 1998.
'There is no more gender difference, the CBF is treating men and women equally.'
New Zealand shooter kills two on eve of Women's Soccer World Cup
New Zealand opened the ninth Women's World Cup with a shock win against former champions Norway on Thursday
The Indian team is staring at a heavy defeat in its Davis Cup World Group first round tie after conceding a 0-2 lead to hosts Norway following Ramkumar Ramnathan's loss to Viktor Durasovic in the second singles in Lillehammer, Norway.
Summary of sports events and persons who made news on Monday
