football
5 books on Argentina’s football history
For fans of the Argentinia team, these five books can be a portal to favourite moments in football history.
26 November 2022, 14:49 PM
5 young players to watch this World Cup
These young players will be hoping to leave their mark in the international stage.
25 November 2022, 14:50 PM
Brazilian Samba Dance Celebration
I do not remember there being a World Cup where the Brazilian team was not one of the favourites. Even on their worst days they were expected to win and this World Cup season they have got a great team, and certainly are one of the favourites. Without a doubt, the samba dance is one of the most popular dances in Brazil and has become a symbol of its cultural identity. The dance transcends colour and class and is a representation of Brazilian culture. With Brazil under the spotlight, we focus on the samba dance.
24 November 2022, 14:05 PM
Police upend Sheikh Jamal
Bangladesh Police FC emerged Group D champions in the Independence Cup with a surprise 4-3 win over Sheikh Jamal in their last group match at Sheikh Fazlul Haque Moni Stadium in Gopalganj today.
24 November 2022, 12:58 PM
Blood, sweat, and football
The doctors told me that I should forget about playing football. But I just had one thing on my mind: I was going to be back on the pitch again and prove everyone wrong.
24 November 2022, 12:02 PM
Germany shocked by Japan after World Cup armband protest, Spain hit seven
Japan produced a stunning comeback to shock Germany in their World Cup opener on Wednesday after the four-time champions staged a powerful protest against FIFA's refusal to allow rainbow-themed armbands, while Spain started in style by putting seven past Costa Rica.
24 November 2022, 01:35 AM
Plaantik’s ode to the football culture of Bangladesh
To celebrate football culture of Bangladesh, Plaantik has launched its sports anthology.
23 November 2022, 23:50 PM
Spain hammer Costa Rica 7-0 in perfect World Cup start
Spain thrashed Costa Rica 7-0 on Wednesday, their biggest ever winning margin at a World Cup, helped by two goals by Ferran Torres and strikes by five other players to send a resounding message to the rest of the teams in Qatar.
23 November 2022, 18:00 PM
Top 7 footballers we say goodbye to in FIFA World Cup 2022
The biggest names in world football will be eyeing the ultimate glory of winning the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Qatar, but it will also be the last one for some of the legends of the game who have enthralled us with their timeless football skills, leaving a void that will be hard to fill.
22 November 2022, 09:43 AM
The subtle rivalries in England’s world cup group
Among the groups in this year’s FIFA World Cup, Group B really stands out.
21 November 2022, 12:59 PM
Four ways Bangladeshi fans showed their obsession for the World Cup
Some people go the extra mile to show love for their favorite teams by doing something a little unique.
20 November 2022, 16:55 PM
David Beckham’s ultimate guide to fashion for all men
Former England and Manchester United star David Beckham, OBE rules our hearts not only for his admirable success in football but also for his impeccable fashion sense. One does not need to be a football fan to know who David Beckham is; after his retirement from sports, he went on a quest to explore his love for fashion which earned him a respectable position in the fashion industry. Beckham has been appointed as the ambassador for the British Fashion Council in 2018.
20 November 2022, 13:20 PM
7 books to get you pumped up for football World Cup season
With the FIFA World Cup 2022 starting today, tensions run high around the country. Avid football fans have already dawned on their favourite team’s jerseys and hoisted their country’s flags alongside that of Bangladesh’s. The entire world will be glued to their tv screens till a winner emerges to claim the Football World Cup.
20 November 2022, 13:04 PM
Al Qaeda urges Muslims to shun World Cup
Al Qaeda's regional branch urged Muslims around the world to shun the soccer World Cup in Qatar, though it stopped short of threatening attacks or promoting violence in connection with the event, according to a statement reported by a monitoring group.
20 November 2022, 05:54 AM
England expects as Southgate's men eye World Cup glory
The England boss, hailed as a fashion icon for donning a debonair waistcoat at the last World Cup, will be eager to end suspicions that he cannot handle pressure when it is at its most intense.
20 November 2022, 03:29 AM
Denmark 'will not be silenced' over human rights in Qatar, says coach
Denmark manager Kasper Hjulmand said Friday his team will not be silenced over the issue of human rights at the Qatar World Cup and hopes the tournament can spark reforms in football.
18 November 2022, 14:41 PM
Kings, Ctg Abahani cruise to Independence Cup quarters
Bashundhara Kings and Chittagong Abahani stormed into the quarterfinals of the Independence Cup, notching up wins in their respective Group B encounters at different venues yesterday.
18 November 2022, 13:21 PM
Davies doubtful for Canada's opener against Belgium
Alphonso Davies is on his way to Qatar to join his Canada team mates for the World Cup, coach John Herdman said on Thursday, but may not be fit to play in the team's opener against Belgium.
18 November 2022, 03:11 AM
5 most humiliating FIFA World Cup defeats
Some of these took players and fans years to live down, others simply cannot be forgotten.
17 November 2022, 14:50 PM
What it means when we hoist foreign countries’ flags during the World Cup
Special events need special celebrations, so hoisting foreign flags pales in comparison to the magnitude of the stakes at play.
17 November 2022, 05:22 AM