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Even Messi can’t do it alone, says Hamza on Bangladesh’s team challenge

The 28-year-old midfielder, who joined the camp on Monday, said Bangladesh’s strength must come from unity.
7 October 2025, 12:39 PM

Stolen passport leaves Depay stranded, out of Malta WC qualifier

"The plan I had in mind for this week will ultimately change somewhat because of this," coach Ronald Koeman told a Monday press conference. "He won't start, no."
7 October 2025, 03:13 AM

Hamza lands in Dhaka for Hong Kong, China tie

Leicester City's Bangladeshi midfielder Hamza Choudhury reached Dhaka this morning to take part in the national team’s upcoming Asian Cup Qualifying match against Hong Kong, China.
6 October 2025, 07:00 AM

Haaland ‘not stupid enough’ to leave Man City for Barcelona, says Guardiola

Manchester City coach Pep Guardiola has laughed off reports linking Erling Haaland with a move to Barcelona, insisting the striker is “not stupid enough” to consider leaving the English giants after committing to a long-term deal.
5 October 2025, 08:26 AM

Messi orchestrates Miami’s 4-1 rout of New England with trio of assists

The victory snapped a two-match winless streak for Inter Miami.
5 October 2025, 03:50 AM

Vinicius brace fires Madrid past Villarreal to reclaim La Liga top spot

Los Blancos moved two points clear of champions Barcelona, who visit Sevilla on Sunday, as they bounced back from last week's derby drubbing.
5 October 2025, 03:13 AM

Scaloni injects new blood for Argentina’s October friendlies

While Scaloni largely stuck to his tried-and-tested world champion core, he injected fresh energy by calling up three new faces: goalkeeper Facundo Cambeses, defender Lautaro Rivero, and midfielder  Anibal Moreno.
4 October 2025, 03:54 AM

Yamal sidelined again with groin injury, to miss World Cup qualifiers

This latest setback resurrects an injury saga that has already seen Yamal miss four games this season.
3 October 2025, 17:37 PM

T-model to Trionda: The history of FIFA World Cup match balls

Tango. Azteca. Telstar. The FIFA World Cup has produced a host of iconic footballs that have graced the tournament over the years.
3 October 2025, 11:15 AM

Zidane’s son Luca called up by Algeria after switch of allegiance

The goalkeeper, who played for France at junior level, made the switch after the move was approved by soccer's world governing body FIFA last month.
3 October 2025, 01:06 AM

Man City 'not good enough' for frustrated Haaland

Haaland scored both the visitors' goals at the Stade Louis II to take his tally for the season to 17 in just 10 appearances for club and country.
2 October 2025, 13:02 PM

CL Matchday 2 round-up: Big wins and late drama steal the show

Paris Saint-Germain struck late in Barcelona to claim a dramatic win, joining Arsenal and Qarabag on six points from two matches.
2 October 2025, 07:43 AM

Yamal takes centre stage in Barca-PSG showdown

With the new Ballon d’Or holder, PSG star Ousmane Dembele sidelined through injury, the stage is clear for his Barcelona successor to stake an early claim for next year’s crown.
1 October 2025, 05:16 AM

Memories aren’t enough, only victory matters: Mourinho after Chelsea defeat

“Hopefully I come back here in 20 years with my grandkids,” Mourinho said. “They belong to my history and I belong to their history.”
1 October 2025, 04:35 AM

Suarez double in vain as Chicago sink Messi's Miami

Suarez's second-half brace was in vain as a weary Miami -- playing their sixth game in 17 days -- ran out of steam before conceding two late goals at home in Fort Lauderdale.
1 October 2025, 03:32 AM

Milan's iconic San Siro on course for demolition

One of the world's most famous stadiums is set for demolition after Milan city hall early Tuesday approved the sale of San Siro, nicknamed football's La Scala, to the city's two football giants.
30 September 2025, 07:30 AM

Champions League blockbusters: Who rules the night?

Chelsea’s very own Jose Mourinho arrives with a roar, and then there’s the Barcelona-PSG blockbuster.
30 September 2025, 04:44 AM

19,000 tickets snapped up in 24 minutes for Bangladesh–Hong Kong clash

A total of 19000 tickets -- 18000 gallery tickets and 1000 clubhouse tickets -- for Bangladesh’s forthcoming home tie against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers were sold out within 24 minutes of it being released online today, confirmed Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF).
28 September 2025, 10:35 AM

Bangladesh call up US-based Zayyan for Hong Kong matches

US-based left-back Zayyan Ahmed has been drafted into the 28-member preliminary Bangladesh squad for their two matches against Hong Kong in the Asian Cup Qualifiers following his impressive performance for the Under-23 side in the AFC U-23 Asian Cup Qualifiers in Vietnam earlier this month.
28 September 2025, 06:53 AM

Messi blanked, Miami stumble to Toronto stalemate

Argentina superstar Messi had gone into Saturday's game in Toronto in blistering form, bagging five goals in his previous three appearances for Miami.
28 September 2025, 02:58 AM