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Things Will Be Easier for Indian Fans at 2022 FIFA WC: CEO Al Khater

Unfazed by the economic boycott by the Saudi Arabia-led bloc of countries, 2022 FIFA World Cup hosts Qatar are extremely confident of delivering a top-notch event and also expect a big contingent from India to attend football's show-piece in the Arabian Desert.

Kante Warns Chelsea to Curb Their Second Half Slumps

N'Golo Kante has warned Chelsea to cut out their sloppy second halfs as the Blues look to boost their bid to finish in the Premier League's top four against Burnley on Monday.

Son in the Spotlight as Spurs Eye Euro Glory

Son Heung-min insists he has already proved he can shoulder the burden of replacing Harry Kane in Tottenham's Champions League showdown with Manchester City on Wednesday.

Porto Pinning Hopes of Famous Comeback on Marega

Moussa Marega's path to the top in football bears little resemblance to the career enjoyed by Thierry Henry, but the FC Porto striker does share something in common with the France legend.

FIFA Slaps Lifetime Ban to Former Brazil Football Chief Jose Maria Marin For Corruption

Former Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) President Jose Maria Marin has been given a life ban from all football-related activities for corruption, the sport's governing body FIFA has said.

Women Footballers Find the World is Finally Watching

During the first Women's World Cup in 1991, only fans in host nation China could watch games on television. This year's edition in France will be shown live in more than 200 countries.

Alonso's Late Winner Sees Chelsea Edge Slavia Prague

Marcos Alonso's header four minutes from time gave Chelsea the edge over hard-working Slavia Prague with a 1-0 win in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final in the Czech capital on Thursday.

Brazil Football Legend Pele Released From Hospital

Football great Pele has been released from hospital in Paris and will return to Brazil in the "coming hours," Brazilian media reported Monday, citing his spokesman.

'Not a World I Want My Children to See': Matuidi Blasts Racism Scourge

Blaise Matuidi echoed the disillusionment of other black footballers when he said on Sunday that the events of the week suggested "this is not a world I want my children to see."

Not a Done Deal' - Qatar Wary over 48-team World Cup

Qatar stressed that the 2022 World Cup remains at 32 teams as FIFA chief Gianni Infantino piled on pressure to expand the tournament to 48 and share it with other Gulf countries.

We Need Mendy', Says Man City Boss Guardiola of His Dancing Star

Pep Guardiola has indicated France defender Benjamin Mendy has a long-term future at Manchester City despite concerns over his off-field behaviour.

Klopp Never Doubted Salah's Class as Liverpool Reclaim Top Spot

Jurgen Klopp insists he never doubted Mohamed Salah as the Egyptian ended an eight-game scoring drought to help fire Liverpool back to the top of the Premier League.

Chennai City Knock Bengaluru out of Super Cup

Chennai City FC emerged on top in the battle of champions, edging out Bengaluru FC 2-1 in the first quarter-final of th Super Cup 2019 played at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

Pele 'doing Well' After Treatment for Urinary Infection in Paris Hospital

Football legend Pele was taken to a Paris hospital as a precaution on Wednesday after suffering from a "urinary infection" but is "doing well", according to members of his entourage.

AFC Olympic Qualifiers: Indian Eves to Face Mental Litmus Test Against Indonesia

Indian women's football team head coach Maymol Rocky dubbed the AFC Olympic Qualifiers Round 2 opening match against Indonesia as a mental litmus test for the team.

'You Can Reach 1,000 Goals', Pele Tells Mbappe

Football legend Pele told Kylian Mbappe on Tuesday that he believes the French World Cup winner can emulate his own achievement of scoring 1,000 career goals.

United Have No Margin for Error, Admits Solskjaer

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admitted Manchester United have no further margin for error in their bid to secure a top-four finish after a damaging 2-1 defeat against Wolves on Tuesday.

Sarri Fights to Win over Mutinous Chelsea Fans

Maurizio Sarri faces another angry vote of no confidence from frustrated Chelsea fans if the under-fire Italian fails to spark his spluttering side in Wednesday's clash against Brighton.