Football
‘Touch Messi with a finger, and it’s a foul’
Peru captain Paolo Guerrero lashed out at the referees following their slender 1-0 defeat against reigning world champions Argentina in Buenos Aires on Tuesday, claiming that the Albiceleste skipper Lionel Messi received special treatment while fouls against the Peruvian players went unnoticed.
French legend Vieira takes over at relegation-threatened Genoa
The 48-year-old replaces Alberto Gilardino who was sacked on Tuesday with the club 17th in the table, just one point clear of the relegation zone.
Barcelona push back Camp Nou return to mid-February
Barcelona cited UEFA rules preventing clubs from changing stadiums during the Champions League's opening phase and "the logistical difficulties and extra costs" if they kept open two grounds at the same time.
Iconic Real Madrid lockers on display in London auction
Spanish champions Real are auctioning pieces of the club's changing area after rebuilding their iconic Bernabeu stadium.
Abahani, Mohammedan in same group of IPL-styled Federation Cup
Country's footballing rivals Abahani and Mohammedan were pitted in the same group of the 36th Federation Cup, which also unveiled a format styled after the Indian Premier League, at a draw ceremony at the BFF House in Motijheel on Wednesday.
Rakib earns BPL’s top honour after stellar season
The 26-year-old national forward tallied 10 goals and assisted two goals in 18 BPL matches, contributing to Kings clinching their fifth successive trophy in the professional league.
BCB hands over Tk-20-lac cheque to women's football team
The Bangladesh Cricket Board today handed over a cheque of Tk 20 lac to Bangladesh women's football team for their SAFF Women's Championship triumph recently.
Lima hails UAE's demolition of Qatar as best performance of 2026 qualifiers
Four-goal striker Fabio Lima said the United Arab Emirates' 5-0 thrashing of Qatar on Tuesday was his team's finest performance in the third phase of Asia's World Cup qualifying.
Victory over Saudi Arabia gives World Cup belief, says Indonesia coach
Indonesia coach Shin Tae-yong believes his team's shock 2-0 win over former Asian champions Saudi Arabia in Jakarta on Tuesday gives them a real chance of reaching the 2026 World Cup.
Gerson stunner gives Brazil 1-1 draw with Uruguay in WC qualifier
Brazil drew 1-1 with Uruguay in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday after Gerson's brilliant strike cancelled out Federico Valverde's opener for the visitors.
Superb Martinez strike gives Argentina 1-0 home win over Peru
Argentina striker Lautaro Martinez scored in the second half to secure a 1-0 home win against Peru in South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup on Tuesday.
Guardiola set to extend stay as Man City boss: reports
Pep Guardiola is set to extend his stay in charge of Manchester City by signing a one-year extension to his contract, the Athletic reported on Tuesday.
Germany, Netherlands draw as Nations League group stage ends
Germany rounded off their Nations League group stage campaign with a 1-1 draw in Hungary after a Dominik Szoboszlai penalty in the 99th minute rescued a point for the hosts, while Netherlands were held to the same scoreline by Bosnia and Hercegovina.
Inter Miami coach Martino leaving club for 'personal reasons'
Inter Miami coach Gerardo Martino is leaving the MLS club for "personal reasons" a club source told AFP on Tuesday.
Japan on cusp of World Cup
Japan are on the brink of qualifying for the World Cup after a 3-1 win at China on Tuesday, while Son Heung-min scored again as South Korea were held by Palestine.
Zakaria Pintoo laid to rest
Zakaria Pintoo, the legendary captain of Swadhin Bangla National Football Team, was laid to rest at The Martyred Intellectuals’ Graveyard in Mirpur yesterday following three namaz-e-janazas held in the capital.
Tuchel's England have 'tools' to win World Cup, says Carsley
The German's primary mission is to win the tournament in the United States, Canada and Mexico in 2026 and end England's long and painful wait for a major trophy.
Di Maria studying to become a coach after retirement
The 36-year-old retired from international football after winning his second Copa America trophy in July.