Rules, rivalries
Football’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to transcend borders, histories and political divides.
Football’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to transcend borders, histories and political divides.
As the FIFA World Cup enters its closing stages and the arguments flow fast and thick as fevered as the football itself, one question intrigues me with increasing insistence.
From breaking defensive lines to breaking baby name records, Erling Haaland's World Cup achievements have inspired many Peruvian parents to name their newborns after the Norwegian striker.
FIFA 2026 has been a complete game changer for football, showcasing different shades, shifts, configurations and reactions.
Cristiano Ronaldo's final FIFA World Cup ended with Portugal's Round of 16 defeat to Spain. The Portuguese star confirmed it was his last World Cup but said he would not rush a decision on his international future.
Commenting on his signing, Pablo said he was eager to make an impact for the Punjab outfit. “Punjab FC is ready for a big season, and I'm here to fight for the badge, the team, and the supporters who believe in us,” he said.
The architecture for the new season of English Premier League has hogged headlines for multiple reasons.
A protest over months of unpaid wages at Arati Cotton Mill in Howrah on Thursday disrupted a programme attended by West Bengal BJP state president and Lok Sabha MP Shamik Bhattacharya, with workers surrounding his vehicle in Dasnagar and staging angry demonstrations.
“AIFF and FC Goa remain fully aligned in ensuring Sandesh receives the best treatment and every support required during this period,” the statement said.
“Defender Sandesh Jhingan had sustained an injury during India's #CAFANationsCup2025 match against IR Iran, and has been ruled out of the remaining matches. He will return to India today,” Indian Football posted on social media.
