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Dhiman Sarkar

Dhiman Sarkar

Dhiman Sarkar is based in Kolkata and has been a sport journalist for over three decades. He writes mainly on football.

Articles by Dhiman Sarkar

World Cup: Irankunda, Bouaddi lead the march of young ones

At 16 years and three days, Bouaddi was deemed good enough by Lille to make his debut in the Conference League. (Reuters)

Updated on Jun 14, 2026 07:31 IST

World Cup: Made in 1977, Pele’s prediction comes true

US forward Folarin Balogun celebrates with teamamtes after scoring his team's third goal in the 2026 World Cup Group D match against Paraguay at the Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood on Friday. (AFP)

Updated on Jun 13, 2026 16:21 IST

Not qualified to play the World Cup

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, seen here after winning the Champions League, headlines top players whose teams have not qualified for the World Cup.

Updated on Jun 12, 2026 02:30 IST

Fatigue looms large over the World Cup

Virgil van Dijk during Netherlands' training centre. (Reuters)

Updated on Jun 11, 2026 17:12 IST

It’s upon us, the world’s Cup

Thiago Almada of Argentina celebrates with teammates after scoring the team's third goal during the international friendly match between Argentina and Iceland at Jordan-Hare Stadium on June 09, 2026 in Auburn, Alabama. (Getty Images)

Updated on Jun 10, 2026 16:25 IST

What India can learn from Uzbekistan

Uzbekistan's Eldor Shomurodov (14) fends off Canada's Niko Sigur (23) and Alistair Johnston during their international friendly in Edmonton, Canada on Monday. Uzbekistan lost 0-2.

Updated on Jun 5, 2026 02:30 IST

Can Bruno Fernandes, Premier League’s assist king, drive Portugal?

Portugal's Bruno Fernandes in action. (REUTERS)

Updated on Jun 5, 2026 04:20 IST

Lionel Messi — The last dance

Lionel Messi celebrates winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup. (REUTERS)

Updated on Jun 3, 2026 01:14 IST

Mohun Bagan, AIFF and the wrong kind of buzz

Mohun Bagan Super Giant's last-minute refusal to release players led to India fielding a depleted side against Jamaica, the first match in London in 24 years, on Wednesday. India lost 0-2.

Updated on May 29, 2026 02:30 IST

Memories that linger: From Rossi to Messi with a lot of Maradona

Diego Maradona hoists the FIFA World Cup trophy as he is carried off the field by fans and teammates after the 1986 World Cup. (Getty Images)

Updated on May 27, 2026 15:59 IST

AIFF sets June 15 deadline for ISL clubs

East Bengal players celebrate with the ISL trophy in Kolkata on Friday. (PTI)

Updated on May 22, 2026 21:36 IST

What next after a fantastic finish?

East Bengal with the ISL12 trophy at Kishore Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata on Thursday.

Updated on May 22, 2026 02:30 IST

ISL: East Bengal India champions after 22 years

East Bengal FC players celebrate with the ISL trophy after their win against Inter Kashi. (Samir Jana/HT)

Updated on May 21, 2026 17:47 IST

ISL: East Bengal frontrunners among five in fray for title

Mohun Bagan Super Giant's Jason Cummings, right, and others vie for the ball against East Bengal. (PTI)

Updated on May 20, 2026 18:36 IST

How Arteta’s mentality monsters ended Arsenal’s 22-year wait

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. (AFP)

Updated on May 21, 2026 07:55 IST

Angkrish Raghuvanshi and the importance of playing second fiddle

Kolkata Knight Riders' Angkrish Raghuvanshi in action. (AFP)

Updated on May 18, 2026 15:00 IST

ISL: Late goal from Bagan in derby keeps leaders East Bengal waiting

Players in action in action during ISL match between Mohun Bagan and East Bengal at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata. (Samir Jana/HT)

Updated on May 18, 2026 06:26 IST

Finally, a high stakes Kolkata derby in ISL

Mohamad Rashid (left) has added solidity to East Bengal's midfield.

Updated on May 15, 2026 02:30 IST

ISL clubs want Genius Sports only as data and tech partner

Players of Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Inter Kashi FC in action during the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 football match, in Kolkata. (PTI)

Updated on May 13, 2026 16:54 IST

ISL: Doughty Inter Kashi hold champions Mohun Bagan

Sahal Abdul Samad of Mohun Bagan Super Giant during the match against Inter Kashi. (AIFF)

Updated on May 13, 2026 10:39 IST

East Bengal stay on top after exciting draw with Punjab FC

Action during East Bengal’s ISL match against Punjab FC. (HT Photo)

Updated on May 11, 2026 16:57 IST

From rejection to redemption, Mainoo’s journey

Kobbie Mainoo's goal against Liverpool on Sunday was his first Premier League strike in nearly two years.

Updated on May 8, 2026 02:30 IST

Champions League: Holders PSG smother Bayern, enter final

Paris Saint-Germain's Pedro Goncalves Neves (L) and Bayern Munich's Harry Kane in action during the semi-final. (AFP)

Updated on May 7, 2026 16:29 IST

Champions League: Homegrown heroes help Arsenal end 20-year wait to enter final

Arsenal's Leandro Trossard (L) and manager Mikel Arteta celebrate at the end of the Champions League semi-final against Atletico Madrid in London. (AP)

Updated on May 6, 2026 15:53 IST

Can’t build a team in three months but we can compete: Pamela Conti

Pamela Conti (second from left) and her brother Vincenzo (extreme left), who is also her assistant, with the India under-17 women’s team in Suzhou, China. (AIFF)

Updated on May 1, 2026 17:18 IST

Are the kids alright?

India's under-17 women start against Australia on Saturday.

Updated on May 1, 2026 02:30 IST

One good performance can change everything: Fernandes

File image of Bibiano Fernandes. (Nikhil Patil/AFC)

Updated on Apr 30, 2026 18:35 IST

Champions League: Honours shared on a night of penalties given, not given

Arsenal's Brazilian defender #06 Gabriel Magalhaes challenges Atletico Madrid's French forward #07 Antoine Griezmann during the UEFA Champions League semi-final. (AFP)

Updated on May 1, 2026 01:35 IST

Champions League: PSG ahead after a magical night in Paris

PSG's Joao Neves celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during a Champions League semifinal against Bayern Munich in Paris. (AP)

Updated on Apr 29, 2026 16:23 IST

Arteta is right. It’s a new league now

Manchester City's goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma (left) and Erling Haaland walk off the pitch after Wednesday's 1-0 win against Burnley.

Updated on Apr 24, 2026 02:30 IST

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