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Football Delhi announces scholarship of U-16 players for college admission in US
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 03:04 PM IST
Each year, two talented footballers -- a junior boy and a girl -- will be identified based on their football and academic achievements for a scholarship.
UEFA considering switch to single host for this summer's Euros: Rummenigge
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 02:59 PM IST
The 24-nation tournament, a major revenue generator for European football's governing body and the national federations, was postponed by 12 months due to the pandemic.
Manchester United's Pogba one of the best when in form, says Ferdinand
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 02:24 PM IST
Pogba scored with a blistering left-foot shot as United defeated Fulham 2-1 on Wednesday to return to the top of the Premier League table. He also scored the winner against Burnley last week.
Lewandowski's penalty keeps Bayern 4 points clear of Leipzig
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 09:53 AM IST
Lewandowski scored his 22nd goal of the season – a league record after 17 games – from the spot after a foul from Augsburg midfielder Rani Khedira on Lucas Hernández.
City breaks down Villa's resistance to win 2-0 in EPL
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 09:37 AM IST
An end-to-end match in which City lost Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker to injuries looked to be heading for a draw, despite the home team's dominance, when Silva received a pass from Rodri and smashed home a shot from the edge of the area in the 79th minute.
In-form Pogba keeping Man United in front in EPL title race
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 07:38 AM IST
Pogba twisted and turned, maneuvering himself into a pocket of space before unleashing a powerful left-foot shot that curled into the far corner and secured another win for United.
Ronaldo helps Juventus beat Napoli to win Italian Super Cup
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 07:27 AM IST
It was Juve’s ninth Super Cup title, taking it two above AC Milan, which is the team with the second most victories in the competition.
Real Madrid knocked of Copa del Rey by 3rd-division club Alcoyano
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 21, 2021 07:22 AM IST
Small Spanish club Alcoyano came from behind to eliminate Real Madrid 2-1 in the round of 32 in Copa Del Rey on Wednesday.
Neroca FC defeat Indian Arrows in Kalyani
By hindustantimes.com, Kalyani
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 11:55 PM IST
- A brace by Judah Garcia and a goal apiece by Varney Kallon and Khaiminthang Lhungdim proved enough for Neroca FC to sink the Indian Arrows.
Malsawmzuala, Lalrammawia strikes hand Aizawl 3 points against Gokulam Kerala FC
By hindustantimes.com, Kolkata
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 11:50 PM IST
- Strikes by Malsawmzuala and Lalrammawia were enough to hand Aizawl the three points.
Premier League to trial permanent concussion substitutes
Reuters, London
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 09:25 PM IST
- The decision comes after the game's rule-making body IFAB last month gave the go-ahead for trials of additional "concussion subs".
Laliga grew 15% in sponsorship despite Covid-19
By hindustantimes.com, New Delhi
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 02:45 PM IST
In order to ensure the safety of around 3,300 staff members and 1000 players, LaLiga adhered to the strict protocols laid down by authorities.
Under-pressure Lampard unsure if he'll keep his Chelsea job
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 01:39 PM IST
Chelsea, which spent nearly $300 million on new players ahead of this season, dropped to eighth place and Lampard acknowledged he is under pressure to keep his job.
Manchester United's rise shows I'm the right man for the job: Solskjaer
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON JAN 20, 2021 01:34 PM IST
Solskjaer has faced heavy criticism during his two years in charge but the Norwegian appears to have turned the club around, guiding them to the top of the table with a 12-game unbeaten run in the league before Leicester City moved above them on Tuesday.
Leicester go top with 2-0 win over Chelsea
Reuters
UPDATED ON JAN 20, 2021 08:48 AM IST
Chelsea's fifth defeat in eight matches dropped them to eighth place, nine points behind the leaders.
ISL: Odisha FC fight back to hold Hyderabad FC to 1-1 draw
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 10:37 PM IST
It was one-way traffic in the opening half with Hyderabad all over Odisha. Their dominance saw them head into the break with a one-goal advantage after creating numerous chances.
Fernandes in need of a rest? No chance, says Solskjaer
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 10:29 PM IST
Solskjaer, whose side top the table going into the midweek round of games, told reporters the midfielder's form was no cause for concern, however.
Club World Cup draw pits Bayern against Africa-Qatar winner
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 10:26 PM IST
Champions League winner Bayern will face either Al Ahly of Eqypt or host nation Qatar’s domestic league winner Al-Duhail on February 8
Atlético appeals to CAS in attempt to suspend Trippier ban
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 09:00 PM IST
Atlético filed its appeal to CAS a day after FIFA rejected the Spanish club's attempt to keep the ban imposed on the defender by the English Football Association from being applied worldwide.
Late goal hands Churchill Brothers 1-0 win over Punjab FC
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 07:30 PM IST
The Goan side dominated the match both in terms of possession and chances created and the Punjab FC defence was under constant threat.
Lionel Messi suspended 2 matches for hitting opponent
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 07:17 PM IST
The Barcelona forward was facing a suspension of up to 12 matches for swinging his arm at an Athletic Bilbao player at the end of the team's 3-2 loss on Sunday.
Aubameyang ends drought in Arsenal's 3-0 win over Newcastle
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 19, 2021 04:22 AM IST
It was a fifth consecutive clean sheet in all competitions for Arsenal and a fourth win in five league matches.
Ibrahimović scores 2 as Milan beat Cagliari 2-0 to go clear
AP
UPDATED ON JAN 19, 2021 04:21 AM IST
Milan substitute Alexis Saelemaekers was sent off after picking up two yellow cards in quick succession shortly after coming off the bench.
Messi facing lengthy suspension for hitting opponent
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 10:29 PM IST
Messi could be suspended for up to 12 games for the red card he received in the final minutes of his team's 3-2 loss to Athletic Bilbao in Seville on Sunday.
Blend it with Beckham: Neville hired to coach Inter Miami
AP
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 10:27 PM IST
Neville was hired Monday as Inter Miami’s coach, reuniting with Beckham — a co-owner of the MLS club..
ISL: 10-man East Bengal hold Chennaiyin to draw
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 10:17 PM IST
Majumder made a slew of saves to keep CFC at bay for more than an hour after the red-and-gold were reduced to 10 players following Ajay Chhetri's send-off in the first-half. They stretched their unbeaten run to seven matches.
Lampard struggling to get best out of Werner at Chelsea
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 09:53 PM IST
Werner's brief appearance as a substitute in the 1-0 win over Fulham on Saturday was a snapshot into the problems of a player who looks bereft of confidence midway through his first season in English soccer.
Jovic starts rebuilding career in Germany after Madrid lows
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 08:53 PM IST
The Serbian striker came off the bench in his first game back on loan in the Bundesliga on Sunday and scored two goals, lifting Eintracht Frankfurt to a 3-1 victory over Schalke.
Churchill Brothers face RoundGlass Punjab FC, look to keep top spot
PTI
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 04:15 PM IST
Churchill Brothers face RoundGlass Punjab FC, look to keep top spot
Man Utd making progress but still have work to do, says Keane
Reuters
PUBLISHED ON JAN 18, 2021 01:17 PM IST
United are two points clear at the top as they look to win the title for the first time since 2013.