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Scorn in the USA

Uruguay coach Marcelo Bielsa at his last match at the World Cup, against Spain in Zapopan, Mexico.

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Published on Jul 03, 2026 08:00 am IST

The other Lionel

In his quiet, understated way Lionel Scaloni has built a formidable side where Lionel Messi can play with freedom.

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Published on Jun 19, 2026 08:00 am 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.

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Published on Jun 12, 2026 08:00 am IST

Christian Eriksen health: Disturbing video shows Denmark footballer collapse

Christian Eriksen's collapse during the Denmark vs Ukraine.

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Updated on Jun 08, 2026 01:15 am 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.

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Published on Jun 05, 2026 08:00 am 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.

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Published on May 29, 2026 08:00 am IST

What next after a fantastic finish?

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

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Published on May 22, 2026 08:00 am IST

Finally, a high stakes Kolkata derby in ISL

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

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Published on May 15, 2026 08:00 am 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.

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Published on May 08, 2026 08:00 am IST

Are the kids alright?

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

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Published on May 01, 2026 08:00 am 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.

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Published on Apr 24, 2026 08:00 am IST

In Berlin, a wall comes down

Marie-Louise Eta gestures as she speaks with players during a training session of 1 FC Union Berlin in Berlin on Tuesday.

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Published on Apr 17, 2026 08:00 am IST

Time for diligence, not delay

Mohun Bagan Super Giant were the last ISL champions when the league had a commercial partner.

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Published on Apr 10, 2026 08:00 am IST

Born again in international football

Ryan Williams waits during a set-piece move against Hong Kong in Kochi on Tuesday.

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Published on Apr 03, 2026 08:01 am IST

A title race, a report and a roster

Noufal PN after his goal against Mohun Bagan Super Giant took Mumbai City FC to the top of ISL12.

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Published on Mar 27, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: “A leader who knew how to trust”

A minute's silence in the East Bengal-Kerala Blasters match of ISL12 to mourn the death of former AIFF general secretary Kushal Das.

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Published on Mar 20, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: The most crucial 18 days in AIFF’s history?

A lot will depend on the terms offered by bidders, if any, for the commercial rights of the ISL and other club properties.

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Published on Mar 06, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: All set for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup

The India women’s team have qualified for the first time for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

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Published on Feb 27, 2026 05:59 pm IST

HT Kick Off: Finally, Mohun Bagan and East Bengal look even

Tom Aldred and Jamie Maclaren after scoring in Mohun Bagan Super Giant's opening match of ISL12 in Kolkata's Salt Lake stadium on Saturday.

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Published on Feb 20, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: Never the twain shall split

Defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant will play the first match of ISL12 which could have been a non-starter had the union sports ministry not intervened.

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Published on Feb 13, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: Goalkeepers' coaches not essential, really?

ISL clubs have proposed omitting a specialist coach for Vishal Kaith (in blue, celebrating with Mohun Bagan Super Giant teammates) for this season.

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Updated on Feb 06, 2026 11:35 am IST

HT Kick Off: Why AIFF, clubs need to keep talking

AIFF president Kalyan Chaubey (centre) and federation vice-president N A Haris at the first meeting between the federation and ISL clubs on August 7 last year. (Right) FC Goa CEO Ravi Puskur at the same meeting.

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Published on Jan 23, 2026 08:00 am IST

HT Kick Off: Biography of a hard-tackling, humble left-back

Aloke Mukherjee (left) attempts to dispossess Jorge Burruchaga in the India-Argentina match in the 1984 Nehru Cup. (Right): Aloke Mukherjee in action against Saudi Arabia in the 1982 Asian Games.

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Published on Jan 16, 2026 06:30 am IST