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India to host Brazil in historic football friendly in Kolkata on October 3
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) confirmed the fixture on Wednesday after days of speculation following reports in Brazilian media
 "India to host Brazil in historic football friendly in Kolkata on October 3")
English football steps up sanctions to curb discrimination incidents
The Football Association confirmed plans on Thursday to strengthen sanctions on incidents involving race, religion and sexual orientation
Italy bring back Roberto Mancini after third straight World Cup failure
Italian soccer federation president Giovanni Malago announced Mancini as the new Italy coach on Tuesday
Why Yan Diomande is emerging as Real Madrid's next big target this summer?
The Ivory Coast international had appeared destined for Paris Saint-Germain, who have tracked him for months and reportedly remained his preferred destination.
 "Why Yan Diomande is emerging as Real Madrid's next big target this summer?")
Clinical Mohun Bagan beat rivals East Bengal 1-0 in Durand Cup opener
Sahal Abdul Samad's 52nd-minute strike proved decisive as Mohun Bagan made the most of their best opportunity.
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How Rodri could become the missing piece in Real Madrid's midfield puzzle
According to multiple reports, Madrid are increasingly confident of striking a deal with Manchester City for the Ballon d'Or-winning midfielder.
 "How Rodri could become the missing piece in Real Madrid's midfield puzzle")
IOC rules out pursuing Infantino over FIFA World Cup 2026 red-card row
The IOC said on Friday it has no jurisdiction to investigate Infantino's alleged lack of political neutrality
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Australian World Cup player Volpato allegedly tests positive for cocaine
He was subjected to a roadside drug test which returned a positive result for cocaine, police said in a statement on Friday
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Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha to join Chilean football club Colo Colo
The 40-year-old Vozinha became one of the most talked-about players at the World Cup with a string of remarkable saves against top teams
Why Pep Guardiola said no to Italy despite craving international football?
Yet while the former Manchester City boss has rejected one of international football's biggest jobs, his long-held ambition of coaching a national team remains very much alive.
 "Why Pep Guardiola said no to Italy despite craving international football?")
Jurgen Klopp named new Germany head coach with eyes on 2030 World Cup
Germany has hired Jurgen Klopp to coach its national team, giving the ex-Liverpool manager a daunting task to turn around the fortunes of a squad which failed yet again at the World Cup.
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Argentina's conduct after WC final was 'unacceptable': De la Fuente
FIFA asked one of its disciplinary prosecutors Monday to report back on testy on-field confrontations after Spain's 1-0 win in extra time Sunday to dethrone the defending champion.
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Germany's wait ends as Klopp set to be presented as the head coach
The German soccer federation has called a news conference for Friday when it is expected to present Jurgen Klopp as the next national coach.
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Inter Miami sign Casemiro; MLS investigating club for possible tampering
The 34-year-old Casemiro - who appeared in all five of Brazil's matches at this year's World Cup, scoring one goal - is under contract with Inter Miami through the end of next year's sprint season.
 "Inter Miami sign Casemiro; MLS investigating club for possible tampering")
England football icon Kevin Keegan, former Ballon d'Or winner, dies at 75
Keegan, one of just four Englishmen to win the Ballon d'Or, wasn't just a brilliant soccer player who dovetailed nimbleness and an eye for goal with a relentless hunger and work rate stemming
FIFA World Cup offered unique stage for US hospitality, says Brand USA
The football World Cup was a 48-team event that played out over the US, Canada and Mexico, and brought football fans to these countries from across the world
Spain's World Cup champions receive heroes' welcome from two million fans
The 26 players and their coaching staff met with the country's royals, and then with Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, after arriving in the Spanish capital
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Argentina players under FIFA investigation after Spain World Cup clash
Spain captain Rodri also seemed to be hit in the stomach by Argentina defender Nahuel Molina as he ran past to join teammates celebrating the title win
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Special Olympics Bharat felicitated for winning bronze medal at Gothia Cup
While Special Olympics Bharat failed to complete a trophy hat-trick, it still managed a podium finish in the Special Olympics category at Gothia Cup 2026
Mankind Pharma partners with Minerva Academy after Gothia Cup 2026 success
As part of the partnership, Mankind Pharma branding will appear on the jerseys of three Minerva Academy age-group teams throughout the year during competitions in India and overseas
