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India to send separate teams for FIFA ASEAN Cup, Brazil clash in October

India have been drawn into Group A of Division 1, or the Premier Division, for the inaugural FIFA ASEAN Cup 2026. The Blue Tigers will face Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore in the group stage.

Real Madrid seals 7-yr deal for Ivory Coast World Cup star Yan Diomande

Real Madrid has reached a deal with Leipzig for the transfer of young Ivory Coast international Yan Diomande.

Vinicius Jr signs new Real Madrid contract till 2032, ends Arsenal rumours

Brazil star Vinicius Junior has agreed to a contract extension with Real Madrid to remain at the Spanish powerhouse through June 2032, the club has announced.

FIFA crisis deepens: European leagues call for governance overhaul

The latest criticism comes amid one of the most turbulent periods of Infantino's presidency, with UEFA, CONCACAF and several influential football stakeholders openly questioning FIFA's leadership.

AIFF chief Kalyan Chaubey urges Tata to reconsider Jamshedpur FC's ISL exit

The Tata group has made it clear that JFC's exit from the ISL was a long-planned strategic decision to ensure that the company returns to its core ideal of grassroots football development.

Bruno Guimaraes move underlines Arsenal's all-in approach under Arteta

The Gunners are closing in on a deal for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, with negotiations progressing towards a full agreement after weeks of talks.

Lionel Messi bags first post-World Cup double in Inter Miami 4-2 victory

Messi scored in the 11th and the 44th minutes. He has 14 goals in 12 Leagues Cup matches

Gianni Infantino gets internal support to stay on as Fifa president

Football's governing body acknowledged mistakes in handling the proposed World Cup commercial venture, while senior officials reaffirmed their support for president Gianni Infantino

Women's World Cup prompts NWSL to start 2027 season earlier than usual

The National Women's Soccer League will kick off its season earlier than ever before next year to work around the Women's World Cup in Brazil.

Matthias Jaissle takes charge as Newcastle coach, replacing Eddie Howe

Jaissle will immediately take charge of the Magpies in Spain at their preseason training camp, which concludes Saturday with a friendly match against Valencia at Mestalla Stadium

Liverpool icon Mohamed Salah lands in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move

Mohamed Salah was greeted by cheering Trabzonspor fans in Istanbul on Wednesday as he closed in on a move to the Turkish club.

Why Vinicius Jr wants recognition, not just a bigger salary at Real Madrid

While the difference appears financial on paper, the negotiations are increasingly becoming a question of status where Vinicius fits in Madrid's new hierarchy following Mbappe's arrival.

RB Leipzig shuts down reports of completed Yan Diomande transfer to Madrid

The 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger has emerged as one of the hottest properties in world football following a sensational breakthrough campaign in the Bundesliga and an eye-catching FIFA World Cup.

Jamshedpur FC assures player contracts will be honoured after ISL exit

Vice President (Corporate Services) D B Sundara Raman said the club had communicated its decision transparently to the players before making it public

World Cup hero Pedro Brito leaves Cape Verde to coach RS Berkane in Morocco

Berkane said it hired Pedro Brito, who is better known by his nickname Bubista, on a two-year contract. He replaces Moine Chaabani, who was hired by his native Tunisia, another World Cup team

Former FIFA VP Prince Ali claims FIFA used 'blackmail' over payouts

Prince Ali said the Jordanian federation he leads still has not been paid money due for reaching the final of the FIFA Arab Cup played last December in Qatar

Mauricio Pochettino stays on as US coach after signing new 4-year deal

The 54-year-old Pochettino, who took over the national team in October 2024, led the U.S. to the round of 16 at this year's World Cup

Jamshedpur FC pulling out of ISL a punch in the gut: Sunil Chhetri

Jamshedpur FC, winners of the ISL Winners' Shield in the 2021-22 season, had announced their withdrawal from the ISL on July 31 just hours after missing the deadline for payment of participation fee.

Why Fifa's private investment plan has pushed the World Cup towards crisis

Fifa says the stake sale would unlock billions for development, but Uefa and Concacaf fear an opaque deal could make football's biggest events answerable to investors.

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