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Brazil's defence remains anyone's guess after Wesley withdrawal

Ironically for a team historically renowned for their attacking flair, Brazil’s defence was the main talking point during Tuesday’s press conference

Published 10 Jun, 2026 10:30am

Football

Saudi Arabia and Senegal end scoreless in final World Cup friendly

Giorgos Donis, Saudi Arabia’s Greek coach, fielded a strong starting line-up in the first half before making 10 changes after the break

Published 10 Jun, 2026 10:21am

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Tuchel says England not favourites for FIFA World Cup but dare to dream

'There are proven winners in the tournament with more success in recent tournaments. So, these are the favourites, and we compete for the trophy

Published 10 Jun, 2026 10:11am

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Benfica say Real Madrid intend to hire Mourinho, Silva to take charge of Portuguese club

The Portuguese side also confirmed that Marco Silva will replace Mourinho as their new manager

Published 10 Jun, 2026 10:05am

Football

Somali soccer referee denied US entry, will miss World Cup debut

Somalia’s government says it has unsuccessfully tried to negotiate with the US and FIFA

Published 09 Jun, 2026 02:48pm

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Iran says ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournament

The Iranian federation says it has already begun the ticket sales process for the matches but can no longer provide tickets to fans

Published 09 Jun, 2026 02:35pm

Football

Perez re-elected at Real Madrid paving way for Mourinho return

'We have won the elections and will continue working to keep winning titles,' Perez says

Published 08 Jun, 2026 02:47pm

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Pochettino happy with US response despite loss to Germany

Leroy ⁠Sane then scored in the 57th minute to seal Germany’s victory at Soldier Field in Chicago

Published 07 Jun, 2026 11:18am

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Saudi Arabia beat Puerto Rico 3-0 after weather delay in first win under Donis

*Repeated lightning strikes led to multiple resets of the mandatory 30-minute delay before play eventually resumed

Published 07 Jun, 2026 11:07am

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Argentina's Balerdi out of World Cup with calf injury

"Defender Leonardo Balerdi suffered a muscle injury in the soleus of his right leg and will not be able to be part of the squad that will play the World Cup," Argentina said ‌in ⁠a statement

Published 07 Jun, 2026 10:51am

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Saudi Arabia beat Puerto Rico 3-0 after weather delay in first win under Donis

Captain Salem Al-Dawsari wraps up the scoring in the 88th minute with a fine solo run

Published 06 Jun, 2026 01:51pm

Football

Spurs sign Robertson on free transfer after Liverpool exit

'He is a proven winner at the highest level over a long period and is someone who can be a big player for us,' Roberto De Zerbi says

Published 05 Jun, 2026 07:04pm

Football

Second-string Spain held by Iraq in low-key World Cup send-off

The result was a subdued send-off for Spain on home soil before they travel to North America on Friday

Published 05 Jun, 2026 11:44am

Football

France brush off Ivory Coast loss, call it timely World Cup reminder

Defender Lucas Hernandez also played down the significance of the defeat

Published 05 Jun, 2026 11:40am

Football

Mexico thump Serbia 5-1 to complete World Cup preparations

Serbia struck first in the 19th minute when Petar Stanic capitalised on a defensive lapse and a fortunate deflection before firing a low shot past goalkeeper Raul Rangel

Published 05 Jun, 2026 11:35am

Football

FIFA bans vuvuzelas from World Cup stadiums

Instruments that emit laser beams, laser pointers or similar emissions are ‌also ⁠banned

Published 05 Jun, 2026 11:26am

Football

Iran beats Mali in last World Cup warm-up before heading to Tijuana

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday there was "no problem" with the Iran squad entering the country

Published 05 Jun, 2026 10:31am

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Guardiola ‘quit 100 times’ before final exit, says Man City chairman

Al Mubarak says that, as well as becoming close friends with Guardiola, he is also the Spaniard's pseudo 'psychiatrist'

Published 04 Jun, 2026 05:59pm

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Algeria score late to upset Dutch with surprise away win

It was as much as Algeria deserved after ⁠a strong second-half performance, roared on by a large number of noisy travelling fans

Published 04 Jun, 2026 01:25pm

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Ibrahima Konate opens up on depression after deaths of Jota and father

Portugal forward Jota and his brother Andre Silva died in a car crash last July, while Konate's father, Hamady

Published 04 Jun, 2026 12:11pm

Football

FIFA bans reusable bottles at World Cup venues citing safety concerns

FIFA said measures would be in place to deal with the conditions

Published 04 Jun, 2026 11:54am

Football

Casemiro says not being favourites at World Cup will keep Brazil on their toes

Brazil will face Morocco, Haiti and Scotland in Group C

Published 03 Jun, 2026 01:40pm

Football

Lukaku returns in style with 90th goal for Belgium

Hans Vanaken, another of the eight subs that Belgium used, headed Tielemans’ 74th-minute corner against the ⁠crossbar

Published 03 Jun, 2026 01:36pm

Football

Haiti rout New Zealand 4-0 in World Cup warmup

New Zealand's Alex Paulsen had a poor audition to be his team's starting goalkeeper, while centre back Finn Surman also had a first half to forget

Published 03 Jun, 2026 11:56am

Football

Ronaldo heads for sixth World Cup with unfinished business

Cristiano Ronaldo has bent football’s record books into so many shapes that another landmark can almost feel routine...

Published 02 Jun, 2026 04:47pm

Football

'Messi, Maradona, Tim': NZ footballer's viral fan club hits 4 million

New Zealand are the lowest-ranked team at the World Cup, which begins in Mexico, the United States and Canada next week

Published 02 Jun, 2026 12:24pm

Football

Senegal drop defenders Mbow, Camara to finalise World Cup squad

Mbow won his first cap when he played the second half off the bench in the 3-2 friendly loss to the United States in Charlotte on Sunday

Published 02 Jun, 2026 11:21am

Football

US's Mauricio Pochettino, other coaches can use laptops in World Cup

Hydration breaks for all games are a new wrinkle for the 2026

Published 02 Jun, 2026 11:13am

South Asia

India takes down giant Messi statue over safety concerns

KOLKATA: A giant statue of football superstar Lionel Messi was taken down in India on Monday after it was spotted...

Published 01 Jun, 2026 09:43pm

Football

Neymar aims for final World Cup bow as Brazil put faith in stricken talisman

More injuries and fresh controversies have accompanied a struggle for rhythm and sharpness

Published 01 Jun, 2026 05:57pm

Football

Broadcaster Zee secures rights for World Cup in India

NEW DELHI: Zee Entertainment Enterprises has secured the Indian broadcast and streaming rights for the 2026 and 2030...

Published 01 Jun, 2026 05:55pm

Football

Iraq name experienced World Cup squad with Hussein spearheading attack

Iraq are returning to the global showpiece event for the first time in 40 years

Published 01 Jun, 2026 04:42pm

Football

France says nearly 900 arrested in Champions League final riots

Celebrations were blighted by clashes between youths and police in Paris and other cities, cars set on fire and shops looted

Published 01 Jun, 2026 11:51am

Football

Arsenal paint London red with victory parade after Premier League title win

The Arsenal women's team joined in the celebrations following their FIFA Champions Cup triumph this season

Published 01 Jun, 2026 11:40am

Football

Brazil boss Ancelotti confident forward Neymar will recover for World Cup

Neymar was recalled ‌to the squad this month despite not featuring in Ancelotti's plans during the Italian's year in charge of Brazil

Published 31 May, 2026 11:18am

Football

Liverpool sack Slot after title defence turns into European scramble

But Liverpool struggled at both ends of the pitch while their once-feared intensity and pressing game -- hallmarks of Slot's debut season triumph -- visibly declined

Published 31 May, 2026 11:15am

Football

World Cup co-hosts Mexico beat Australia 1-0 in Rose Bowl warmup

Mexico coach Javier Aguirre made nine changes from the starting 11 that beat Ghana 2-0 in a friendly in Puebla last week

Published 31 May, 2026 11:10am

Football

Faith in Luis Enrique leads PSG to back-to-back Champions League titles

Two Champions League titles later, his players speak about him less as a coach than as an architect and people leader

Published 31 May, 2026 10:40am

Football

Salah heads Egypt World Cup squad, teen talent Abdel Karim earns call-Up

Egypt begin their World Cup campaign against Belgium on June 15 in Seattle as part of Group G

Published 30 May, 2026 12:04pm

Football

London to host Ballon d'Or for first time as award marks 70th anniversary

Created by France Football magazine in 1956, the Ballon d'Or is regarded ⁠as the most coveted individual award in world football

Published 29 May, 2026 11:45am

Football

Messi leads Argentina squad for sixth World Cup

Local media reports said left back Marcos Acuna, part of the 2022 title-winning squad, missed out because of fitness concerns

Published 29 May, 2026 11:40am

Football

Ireland's McGrath calls for resolution to Israel fixture controversy

Ireland are set to host Israel at Dublin’s Aviva Stadium on October 4

Published 29 May, 2026 11:35am

Football

Iranian FA chief unaware of Azmoun World Cup call-up plans

Iran considers the United Arab Emirates, where Azmoun plays his club football, a belligerent in the war that followed the air strikes

Published 29 May, 2026 11:27am

Football

Neymar out of Brazil friendlies and set to miss World Cup opener

'MRI scan revealing a grade-two calf injury, not just swelling,' Lasmar says

Published 28 May, 2026 06:59pm

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Salah, Belgian golden generation eye last shot at World Cup glory

Their respective countries have been drawn together into the same pool, alongside New Zealand and Iran

Updated 28 May, 2026 11:45pm

Football

Scotland extend Clarke's deal through 2030 World Cup

'I am truly honoured to lead my squad into our first men’s World Cup in 28 years and I’m proud to continue as head coach,' Clarke says

Published 28 May, 2026 04:57pm

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PSG's Georgian magician Kvaratskhelia ready for another big European night

Luis Enrique has refined his game further, demanding relentless pressing and defensive commitment to complement the attacking freedom

Published 28 May, 2026 02:03pm

Football

Neymar calf scare turns Brazil's World Cup camp into waiting room

Brazil will hold three further sessions at Granja Comary before Sunday's friendly against Panama at the Maracana

Published 28 May, 2026 10:43am

South Asia

Giant Messi statue in India to be removed over safety concerns

A giant Lionel Messi statue in Kolkata, India, is deemed unsafe and 'swaying in the wind,' leading to its imminent removal after just one year.

Published 27 May, 2026 07:54pm

Football

Zee Entertainment in talks with FIFA on World Cup broadcast rights in India

India’s Zee Entertainment is in talks with FIFA to stream and broadcast the 2026 World Cup in the country, the...

Published 26 May, 2026 10:05pm

Football

Injury rules Spurs' Kudus out of Ghana's World Cup squad

Kudus, who joined from West Ham ‌United ⁠in the off season, has made 19 Premier League appearances for Spurs this season, scoring twice

Published 26 May, 2026 11:22am

Football

South Korea's Hwang healthy, if not match fit, ahead of World Cup

The 29-year-old, who has played ‌71 times for his country, was selected in Hong Myung-bo's 26-man squad earlier this month despite having been sidelined since March with an ankle injury

Published 26 May, 2026 11:20am

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Iranian VP urges striker Azmoun's return to national team

TEHRAN: An Iranian vice president called Monday for striker Sardar Azmoun, who faced allegations of treason from...

Published 25 May, 2026 11:06pm

Football

Passport theft delays Abdulhamid as Saudis head to US

'The SAFF wishes to provide an official update regarding Saud Abdulhamid’s delayed arrival at the national team’s training camp,' SAFF says

Published 25 May, 2026 07:05pm

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Spain leave out Real Madrid players as Barcelona dominate World Cup squad

De la Fuente played down the absence of the club’s players, preferring to highlight those who are in the squad

Published 25 May, 2026 04:58pm

Football

Apparent leg injury sidelines Inter Miami star Lionel Messi

MLS began a six-week break after Sunday's matches with the FIFA World Cup set to begin June 11 and run through July 19

Published 25 May, 2026 10:48am

Football

Guardiola says Man City successor cannot be 'copy and paste'

Guardiola, who led City to six Premier League titles, a Champions League triumph and the Club World Cup, will leave at the end of the season after a decade in charge

Published 24 May, 2026 11:27am

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Iran to base World Cup camp in Mexico after switch from Arizona

Taj said FIFA ⁠had been asked for guarantees over visas, security and the treatment of the Iranian delegation

Published 24 May, 2026 11:25am

Football

Kane hat-trick hands Bayern German Cup victory and domestic double

The England captain, in stellar form heading into next month's World Cup, is only the third player ever to score in every German Cup round, including the final

Published 24 May, 2026 10:47am

Football

Mexico ease past Ghana in World Cup warm-up in Puebla

Teenage Liga MX sensation Gil Mora struck the post in the first half

Published 23 May, 2026 02:57pm

Football

North Korea's Naegohyang beat Tokyo Verdy to win Asian women's title

The AFC Women's Champions League, which has its inaugural season in 2024–25, offers prize money of $1 million to champions

Published 23 May, 2026 02:28pm

Football

Azpilicueta to retire at end of season

'This season will be my last as a professional footballer,' Cesar says

Published 22 May, 2026 04:49pm

Football

Guardiola to end decade-long Man City reign at end of season

'Don't ask me the reasons I'm leaving. There is no reason, but deep inside, I know it's my time,' Pep says

Published 22 May, 2026 04:44pm

Football

Australia's Leckie grateful for World Cup chance after injury battle

Four years ago in ‌Qatar, Leckie scored a brilliant goal to down Denmark 1-0 and put Australia into the last 16 for the second time in their World Cup history

Published 22 May, 2026 01:30pm

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New Zealand captain Wood fit and fired up for World Cup

While Iran's preparations have been disrupted by the conflict, Wood said they would be no pushovers

Published 22 May, 2026 12:24pm

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Uruguay's Bielsa says his job ends 'with the World Cup'

Uruguay will kick off their World Cup campaign on June 15 against Group H rivals Saudi Arabia before facing Cape Verde and Spain

Published 22 May, 2026 11:34am

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Neymar suffers calf injury but expected to join Brazil camp ahead of World Cup

Much of the build-up to the squad announcement centres on coach Carlo Ancelotti’s decision over whether to include Neymar

Published 21 May, 2026 06:40pm

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Mane headlines tried and trusted Senegal squad for World Cup

Thiaw will have to trim his squad by two players ahead of the final deadline towards the end of this month

Published 21 May, 2026 05:40pm

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Dropped Azmoun asserts his love of Iran, backs World Cup squad

Azmoun, who is his country's second-leading scorer of all time, was left out of coach Amir Ghalenoei's ‌preliminary squad for the tournament on Saturday

Published 21 May, 2026 01:49pm

Football

Arsenal crowned Premier League champions for first time in 22 years

Arsenal had beaten Burnley 1-0 on Monday, meaning City had to win on the south coast to extend the race to the final day

Published 20 May, 2026 02:13pm

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Celebrations erupt in North London after Arsenal seal Premier League title

Arsenal great Ian Wright also joined the party outside the stadium and was mobbed by fans singing his name

Published 20 May, 2026 12:51pm

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Ronaldo, 41, leads Portugal into his sixth World Cup

LISBON: Veteran Portugal striker Cristiano Ronaldo will lead his country into the 2026 World Cup this summer after...

Published 19 May, 2026 07:39pm

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Neymar included in Brazil's World Cup squad after injury struggles

Neymar, who has 79 international goals but has not featured for Brazil since 2023

Published 19 May, 2026 02:33pm

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Iran focused on fitness in Turkiye after war-enforced furlough

Iran will play Gambia in a friendly on May 29 before Ghalenoei names his final 26-man squad for the World Cup campaign by the FIFA deadline on June 1

Published 19 May, 2026 12:04pm

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Iran World Cup squad lands in south Turkiye for training

ANTALYA: Iran’s football team arrived in Turkiye on Monday for a training camp and to complete visa applications...

Published 18 May, 2026 08:29pm

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Neymar loses cool over botched substitution in final World Cup audition

The 34-year-old ‌was dramatically hauled off the pitch after he alleged a fourth official bungled a substitution

Published 18 May, 2026 12:33pm

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PSG boss Luis Enrique blasts flat display in last match before Champions League final

PSG are not in action again until May 30 when they defend their Champions League crown in the final against Arsenal

Published 18 May, 2026 12:21pm

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Iran have 'constructive' meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations

Iran's 2026 World Cup participation confirmed after 'excellent' FIFA talks, setting the stage for their US-based group matches.

Published 17 May, 2026 05:13pm

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North Korean women's soccer club arrives in South amid strained ties

The delegation of 27 players and 12 staff entered the country ahead of Wednesday’s match against South Korea’s Suwon FC Women in Suwon

Published 17 May, 2026 03:03pm

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Mourinho says will decide future by next week amid Real Madrid talks

Arbeloa, speaking ahead of Real’s La Liga clash with Sevilla, praised Mourinho and welcomed the prospect of his return to the club

Published 17 May, 2026 02:24pm

Football

Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso as new manager

'Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in world football and it fills me with immense pride to become manager of this great club,' Alonso said in a statement

Published 17 May, 2026 02:20pm

Football

FIFA officials to meet Iranian FA to discuss World Cup on Saturday, says source

'The Iranian national football team has earned its right to participate on the field in accordance with FIFA regulations,' Kazem Gharibabadi

Published 16 May, 2026 12:46pm

Football

The last dance: Messi and Ronaldo get ready for sixth and final World Cup

This is set to be the last dance for Messi and Ronaldo, who are poised to become the first players to appear in six different World Cups

Published 16 May, 2026 11:27am

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Liverpool's Gomez rues 'frustrating' Villa defeat amid tight Champions League race

'It’s just frustrating because it’s lapses in concentration,' Gomez

Published 16 May, 2026 11:07am

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Gordon may have made last Newcastle appearance: Howe

Anthony Gordon misses Newcastle’s last four games

Published 15 May, 2026 03:24pm

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Tomiyasu makes Japan return as Moriyasu names World Cup squad

'He has begun working with the ball again … and is reaching a condition where he can play in matches,' Moriyasu says

Published 15 May, 2026 12:58pm

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Study warns of dangerous heat at 2026 World Cup as climate risks grow

Around five matches could take place in conditions considered unsafe

Published 14 May, 2026 11:46am

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Iran hold World Cup departure rally despite continuing concerns

'This is the best send-off in the last four World Cup campaigns,' tells Mehdi Taj

Published 14 May, 2026 11:20am

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World Cup broadcast deadlock ends up in Indian court

FIFA seeks about $100 million from broadcasters wanting to show the 2026 and 2030 FIFA World Cup

Published 13 May, 2026 02:49pm

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Man City boss Guardiola says VAR decisions like the flip of a coin

City trail Arsenal by five points but have played one game fewer than the London side

Published 13 May, 2026 12:22pm

Football

Ted Lasso actor signs for US second-tier club

'(Football) has always been a huge part of my life and identity,' says Fernandez

Published 13 May, 2026 11:29am

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Czechs lean on experience for World Cup return

PRAGUE: The Czech Republic named a preliminary World Cup squad on Tuesday that leans heavily on long-time national...

Published 12 May, 2026 02:17pm

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Union Berlin's Eta celebrates first win as Bundesliga's first female head coach

'It’s been about doing the job as well as possible, getting points, winning games, and that’s what we’ve worked for each day,' says Marie

Published 11 May, 2026 01:54pm

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Uncapped Bennie, Borges Rodrigues given World Cup chance for Australia

The pair will battle for places on Popovic's World Cup squad

Published 11 May, 2026 01:49pm

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Iran at the World a 'major diplomatic asset': football chief

Iran to take part in men’s football showpiece this summer despite Middle East War, according to Iranian Football Federation president

Published 10 May, 2026 05:51pm

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Iran says will play in World Cup, demands hosts accept conditions

TEHRAN: Iran’s football federation said on Saturday that the men’s national team will take part in the 2026 World...

Published 09 May, 2026 06:11pm

Football

Suarez open to Uruguay return for World Cup

Luis Suarez’s farewell is marked by controversy after he criticises coach Marcelo Bielsa’s management style

Published 09 May, 2026 10:47am

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Messi backs Neymar's inclusion in Brazil's World Cup squad

Neymar will be considered if he is fully fit, says Ancelotti

Published 09 May, 2026 10:15am

Football

Bournemouth leave out Jimenez as club investigates social media posts

'The club understand the seriousness of the matter and it is currently being investigated,' club says

Published 08 May, 2026 05:52pm

Football

Davies injury clouds Canada's World Cup hopes as defender faces weeks on sidelines

Alphonso Davies makes just six Bundesliga starts this season while he does not complete 90 minutes

Published 08 May, 2026 05:29pm

Football

Players do not feel respected, Sinner says amid French Open boycott call

Players said in a statement that their share in the tournament revenue had decreased from 15.5% in 2024 to 14.9% projected in 2026

Published 08 May, 2026 12:31pm

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Spurs boss De Zerbi shrugs off criticism of win over weakened Villa

LONDON: Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said he had no qualms about profiting from Aston Villa’s weakened team...

Published 07 May, 2026 10:54pm

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PSG hold Bayern to reach second straight Champions League final

Ousmane Dembele’s goal after three minutes set PSG on their way

Published 07 May, 2026 12:41pm

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Iranian FA says will meet FIFA to seek World Cup assurances in next few days

Iran coach Amir Ghalenoei told state media that the squad planned to arrive in the ⁠US 14 days before the start of the tournament after the two-week camp

Published 07 May, 2026 12:32pm

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Man City manager Jeglertz always believed they could win WSL title

City were confirmed champions on Wednesday after Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw at Brighton & Hove Albion

Published 07 May, 2026 12:00pm

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Iranian FA chief says FIFA guarantees over IRGC respect essential for World Cup trip

Taj says the decision to return home has been their own choice

Published 06 May, 2026 11:38am

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FIFA invites Iran to headquarters for World Cup talks

PARIS: FIFA has invited the Iranian football federation (FFIRI) to its headquarters for talks over the country’s...

Published 05 May, 2026 07:02pm

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Iraq to face Andorra and Spain in friendlies ahead of World Cup return

Iraq, whose only previous World ⁠Cup appearance was at the 1986 tournament in ⁠Mexico, will face France, Senegal and Norway in Group I

Published 05 May, 2026 01:15pm

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Iran suffer Gholizadeh injury blow ahead of World Cup

'Gholizadeh will face surgery in the coming days, followed by several months of rehabilitation,' the club said in a statement

Published 05 May, 2026 01:13pm

Football

FIFA faces World Cup broadcast crisis as India's Reliance offers $20mn, China deal unannounced

NEW DELHI: Millions of soccer fans in the world’s two most populous nations may not be able to watch the World Cup...

Published 04 May, 2026 07:23pm

Football

Fireworks in Milan as Inter reclaim Serie A throne

The Piazza del Duomo was filled with fans clad in blue and black moments after the final whistle at the nearby San Siro

Published 04 May, 2026 12:14pm

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Late goal by Kobbie Mainoo lifts Manchester United to 3-2 win over rivals Liverpool

The win moved third-placed United onto 64 points with three games remaining

Published 04 May, 2026 11:43am

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'Stoked' Kerr claims Chelsea goalscoring record with WSL strike

The 32-year-old rose to head home a Niamh Charles cross in the 13th minute of Chelsea’s 3-1 win over Leicester City at King Power stadium

Published 04 May, 2026 11:29am

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Arsenal breeze past Fulham to open six-point gap over Man City

Gyokeres returned the favour shortly before halftime, finding Saka who beat former Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno at his near post to double the lead

Published 03 May, 2026 11:37am

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Arsenal are keeping alive the dream, says Arteta after Fulham win

'It says to us and to our dressing room that we keep the dream alive,' Arteta told reporters

Published 03 May, 2026 11:32am

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Barcelona close on LaLiga title with late win at Osasuna

Raul ⁠Garcia pulled back a goal from close range two minutes later, but it was too little too late for Osasuna

Published 03 May, 2026 11:28am

Football

Kinsky says De Zerbi has lifted Tottenham spirits as club fights to avoid relegation

'It’s just not to speak about it but to show it. With the combination, with the style that he wants to play,' Kinsky says

Published 02 May, 2026 12:12pm

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Iran FA president says he was allowed to enter Canada but chose to turn back

Canadian authorities say members of the IRGC are prohibited from entering the country

Published 01 May, 2026 09:18pm

Football

Liverpool's Salah ruled out of Man Utd clash, says Slot

'In all ways it is a big relief that his injury is minor so he is able to play for us,' says Slot

Published 01 May, 2026 06:09pm

Football

Saudi owners' desire for success at Newcastle remains unchanged, says Howe

'It’s always constructive because they clearly care so much about the football club,' Howe says

Published 01 May, 2026 04:58pm

Football

Psychologist in Maradona death trial says star had bipolar disorder, was narcissist

Carlos Diaz, 34, is facing the charge of manslaughter with reckless intent for prescribing the wrong medication

Published 01 May, 2026 11:19am

Football

Mainoo signs new Man United deal until 2031

'I have grown up seeing the impact that our club has on our city,' says Mainoo

Published 30 Apr, 2026 05:22pm

Football

Watchdog warns high FIFA World Cup ticket prices increase risk of scams

Cyber fraud and scams around major sporting events also fuel human ⁠rights abuses, Sebastiao said

Published 30 Apr, 2026 02:10pm

Football

Baptiste's variety drags Sabalenka out of comfort zone in Madrid shock

Sabalenka, who will continue her preparations in Rome to improve on last year’s runner-up finish at Roland Garros, was gracious ⁠in defeat

Published 29 Apr, 2026 01:14pm

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Holders PSG edge Bayern 5-4 in record-breaking semi-final first leg

The England captain then delivered a well-timed pass for Michael Olise but his close-range shot was cleared off the line

Published 29 Apr, 2026 11:50am

Football

FIFA adding another yellow card amnesty for World Cup

The FIFA Council will meet Tuesday in Vancouver to discuss new rules ahead of the first 48-team tournament in World Cup history

Published 28 Apr, 2026 11:54am

Football

Man Utd close in on Champions League spot but still work to do, Carrick says

The victory lifted United to third place on 61 points, 11 clear of sixth-placed Brighton & Hove Albion, with four games remaining

Published 28 Apr, 2026 10:46am

Football

Salah will get fitting Liverpool farewell despite injury, says Van Dijk

LIVERPOOL: Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk is certain Mohamed Salah will get the send-off his glittering career...

Published 27 Apr, 2026 06:47pm

Football

France striker Mbappe suffers hamstring injury ahead of World Cup

He is diagnosed with an injury to the semitendinosus muscle in his left leg

Published 27 Apr, 2026 06:40pm

Football

Chelsea manager Bompastor calls for WSL goal-line tech after Kerr denied hat-trick

Kerr remains tied with Fran ⁠Kirby as Chelsea’s leading scorer in the WSL with 63 goals

Published 27 Apr, 2026 01:37pm

Football

Injured Salah to miss rest of Liverpool season, says Egypt national team director

The 33-year-old Egyptian winger, who has announced he will leave the reigning Premier League champions at the end of the season

Published 27 Apr, 2026 10:20am

Football

Arsenal reclaim top spot as Tottenham and West Ham both win

Liverpool climbed above Aston Villa into fourth in the ⁠table on 58 points with their 3-1 victory over Crystal Palace

Published 26 Apr, 2026 10:45am

Football

Portugal's Fernandes hopes to win World Cup to crown Ronaldo's career

Ronaldo is set to appear in a record sixth World Cup in June

Published 25 Apr, 2026 12:20pm

Football

UEFA ban Benfica's Prestianni for six games for discriminatory conduct

The winger was provisionally banned for that game after Madrid star Vinicius Junior accused him of racism

Published 24 Apr, 2026 07:17pm

Football

Ranieri leaves advisory role at Roma following fallout with Gasperini

'In the summer we contacted five or six coaches, three of them then didn’t come,' Ranieri says

Published 24 Apr, 2026 04:58pm

Football

Carrick keen to balance short-term success with building for the future

Liam Rosenior's departure from Chelsea on Wednesday marked the 10th managerial casualty in England's top flight this season

Published 24 Apr, 2026 12:03pm

Football

Injury clouds clearing for New Zealand ahead of World Cup

Wrexham left back Cacace has been sidelined since February with a hamstring problem but is back in full training

Published 24 Apr, 2026 11:58am

Football

Arsenal face must-win clash with Newcastle as Premier League title race tightens

Arteta insisted his side are 'more convinced' than ever ⁠that they can hoist the league trophy

Published 24 Apr, 2026 11:54am

Football

US women’s soccer league joins global project to cut ACL injuries

The formal launch of the NWSL partnership was held on Wednesday at Nike’s headquarters in New York

Published 23 Apr, 2026 12:31pm

Football

Winning games is all that matters, says Man City’s Haaland

The Norwegian scored the only goal despite City registering 28 shots, nine of them on ⁠target

Published 23 Apr, 2026 12:23pm

Football

Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy in upcoming World Cup, FT reports

Iran qualified for a fourth successive World Cup last year but after the start of the war requested that FIFA move the team’s three group matches from the US to Mexico

Published 23 Apr, 2026 12:08pm

Football

Real Madrid edge Alaves 2-1 to end winless run

Real dominated the opening stages as they sought to recover from a recent Champions League exit at the hands of Bayern Munich

Published 22 Apr, 2026 01:08pm

Football

Mexico pledges World Cup safety after shooting at ancient pyramids

Mexican officials said he acted alone, firing 14 times at the victims and at National Guard military police

Published 22 Apr, 2026 01:04pm

Football

Bellingham buys minority stakes in The Hundred franchise Birmingham Phoenix

The Real Madrid midfielder will take a 1.2% holding and will focus mainly on community engagement and ⁠social projects

Published 22 Apr, 2026 12:59pm

Football

Guardiola hints that Rodri will make swift Man City return

MANCHESTER: Pep Guardiola has eased Manchester City’s fears that Rodri could be ruled out for the remainder of the...

Published 21 Apr, 2026 10:34pm

Football

West Ham eke out point at Palace but is it enough?

West Ham stay in 17th place with 33 points from 33 matches with 18th-placed Tottenham on 31 from the same number of games

Published 21 Apr, 2026 11:28am

Football

Romania legend Hagi eyes ‘winning every game’ on return as coach

BUCHAREST: Gheorghe Hagi took over as coach of the Romanian national team on Monday with the former Barcelona star...

Published 20 Apr, 2026 07:26pm

Football

Liverpool’s Konate says he is close to agreeing new contract

Konate has been an integral part of Arne Slot’s side, forming a formidable defensive partnership with captain Virgil van Dijk

Published 20 Apr, 2026 06:08pm

Football

Porcelain cockatoo steals show at Bayern’s title celebrations

Bayern ⁠secured their 35th German championship with a 4-2 victory over VfB Stuttgart, with four matches left to play

Published 20 Apr, 2026 12:12pm

Football

Burnley game is like a final, says Man City’s Haaland

Arsenal have topped the table since October but City, who have a game in hand, cut the gap to three points with the win at the Etihad Stadium

Published 20 Apr, 2026 10:45am

Football

Cunha strike earns Man United hard-fought 1-0 win at Chelsea

Cunha fired home from a pinpoint Bruno Fernandes cross with the visitors’ first and ‌only shot on target in the 43rd minute

Published 19 Apr, 2026 10:24am

Football

Real Sociedad beat Atletico Madrid 4-3 on penalties to win Copa del Rey

Sociedad last won ‌the Cup in 2021, when the delayed 2020 final was also played at the La Cartuja stadium in Seville

Published 19 Apr, 2026 10:22am

Football

Lawsuit filed against Messi after failing to play friendly in Miami

VID Music Group last month filed claims of fraud and breach of contract against Messi

Published 17 Apr, 2026 11:26am

Football

Iran participating in World Cup, FIFA president confirms

Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran will “for sure” participate in the 2026 World Cup

Published 16 Apr, 2026 12:59pm

Football

David Beckham: Inter Miami not rushing to replace head coach

Mascherano replaced Gerardo "Tata" Martino. Inter Miami also reached the Leagues Cup final and CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal last year

Published 16 Apr, 2026 12:14pm

Football

N.J. governor: FIFA should share World Cup transportation costs

With public transit costs for getting to and from World Cup games repeatedly reaching or exceeding $100 each way

Published 16 Apr, 2026 12:11pm

Football

France and Liverpool forward Ekitike suffers blow to World Cup hopes

The forward pointed to his Achilles tendon as medical staff attended to him before he was carried off on a stretcher ‌at ⁠Anfield

Published 15 Apr, 2026 01:30pm

Football

Iraq coach Arnold undecided on future beyond World Cup

Iraq qualified for the World Cup by beating Bolivia 2-1 in Mexico in their inter-confederation playoff earlier this month

Published 14 Apr, 2026 12:41pm

Football

Union Berlin appoint Eta as Bundesliga’s first female head coach

The 34-year-old will become the first female head coach in the German top flight

Published 13 Apr, 2026 11:59am

Football

Howe shoulders the blame after Newcastle squander another lead

Newcastle next host Bournemouth on Saturday

Published 13 Apr, 2026 11:55am

Football

Al-Nassr break club record with 14th consecutive league victory

Al-Nassr top the standings with 73 points from ⁠28 games, five ahead of second-placed Al-Hilal with six games to go

Published 12 Apr, 2026 11:10am

Football

Rio Ngumoha makes Anfield history, Mohamed Salah seals Liverpool win over Fulham

Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno had virtually no chance at stopping either goal

Published 12 Apr, 2026 11:01am

Football

Neymar has two months to show he is ready for World Cup, says Ancelotti

Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has left open the possibility of Neymar earning a place in his 26-man squad for this...

Published 11 Apr, 2026 09:18pm

Football

Australia’s Kerr looks for positives in Asian Cup campaign despite final defeat

Japan beat the hosts 1-0 in the final to win the title for the third time in the last four editions, with Maika Hamano scoring the decisive goal

Published 09 Apr, 2026 12:36pm

Football

FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings over Islamophobic chants in Spain-Egypt match

FIFA has started disciplinary proceedings against the Spanish soccer federation

Published 08 Apr, 2026 01:45pm

Football

‘He has the DNA’: Amad backs Carrick for Man Utd top job

Since taking charge following Ruben Amorim’s dismissal in January, Carrick has guided the club to seven wins in 10 matches, with just one defeat

Published 08 Apr, 2026 01:41pm

Football

Havertz hails Arsenal turnaround in Champions League win over Sporting

Havertz said the north London club can still end the season with trophies

Published 08 Apr, 2026 01:39pm

Football

Kane trains with Bayern ahead of Real Madrid Champions League tie

MUNICH: Harry Kane took part in training with his Bayern Munich team-mates on Monday ahead of the German club’s...

Published 06 Apr, 2026 05:50pm

Football

Perri’s penalty heroics help Leeds beat West Ham to reach FA Cup semis

West Ham were in control going into extra time and found the net ⁠twice early on, but both efforts were ruled out for offside

Published 06 Apr, 2026 01:39pm

Football

Thuram and Martinez star as Inter dismantle Roma 5-2

Inter dominated the early stages in search of a second goal, but Roma goalkeeper Mile Svilar produced a series of saves to frustrate the home side

Published 06 Apr, 2026 01:35pm

Football

Silva to exit Man City at end of season, assistant manager confirms

Pep Guardiola, who was serving a touchline suspension during the match, has previously described Silva as "irreplaceable"

Published 06 Apr, 2026 01:30pm

Football

Arsenal’s Arteta rues missed opportunity after FA Cup exit

Southampton manager Tonda Eckert is now unbeaten in 15 matches in all competitions with the south ⁠coast club, but is keeping his feet firmly on the ground

Published 05 Apr, 2026 10:46am

Football

Brazilian Oscar retires at 34 with cardiac issues

Oscar has retired at the age of 34 due to ongoing cardiac problems

Published 05 Apr, 2026 10:42am

Football

Haaland bags hat-trick as Man City hammer Liverpool 4-0 in FA Cup quarter-final

Champions Liverpool played well in the opening half-hour with Mohamed Salah wasting an early chance

Published 05 Apr, 2026 10:30am

Football

Tuchel says Foden cannot be sure of a place in England World Cup squad

The 25-year-old has 49 senior ‌caps but is out of form and has started only four of his club’s last 15 games

Published 02 Apr, 2026 08:11am

Football

Italy miss out on World Cup for third straight time after shootout loss to Bosnia

Bosnia will play in Group B at the World Cup, joining co-hosts Canada, Qatar and Switzerland

Published 01 Apr, 2026 12:59pm

Football

Iraq qualify for World Cup with win over Bolivia

Iraq will compete in Group I at the June 11 to July 19 World Cup along with France, Norway and Senegal

Published 01 Apr, 2026 11:45am

Football

Mexico draw 1-1 with Belgium in Chicago ahead of World Cup

The World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19 and is being co-hosted by Mexico, the US and Canada

Published 01 Apr, 2026 11:35am

Football

‘Iran will be at World Cup’, FIFA president Infantino tells AFP

ANTALYA: FIFA president Gianni Infantino told AFP Tuesday that Iran “will be at the World Cup” despite the Middle...

Published 31 Mar, 2026 09:17pm

Football

Tuchel not disappointed with England players who withdrew from squad

After drawing 1-1 with Uruguay in a friendly on Friday, eight players left the camp due to health and injury issues

Published 31 Mar, 2026 12:22pm

Football

Carlo Ancelotti says Danilo certain to be part of Brazil World Cup squad

Brazil have been drawn in Group C alongside Morocco, Haiti and Scotland for the June 11 to July 19 tournament

Published 31 Mar, 2026 11:26am

Football

Lukaku says ‘could never turn back on Napoli’ after treatment row

ROME: Romelu Lukaku on Monday defended his decision to undergo treatment in his home country rather than at his club...

Published 30 Mar, 2026 08:31pm

Football

Australia boss Popovic calls on players to prove they are worthy of World Cup

Tuesday’s friendly at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium is the Socceroos’ last warmup on home soil before the June 11-July 19 finals

Published 30 Mar, 2026 02:18pm

Football

Egypt national team director warns Salah against MLS move

Hassan said the Saudi Pro League would be a suitable option if Salah chose not to stay in Europe

Published 30 Mar, 2026 12:31pm

Football

Over 75% of fans do not support VAR in Premier League, says FSA survey

More than 75% of Premier League fans do not support the continued use of Video Assistant Referees

Published 30 Mar, 2026 12:19pm

Football

Fan dies in fall at Mexico City stadium reopening

*The stadium, scheduled to hold the ‌opening ⁠ceremony on June 11, is to be the first to host matches in three different World Cups

Published 29 Mar, 2026 10:41am

Football

Jamaica reach World Cup playoff final with 1-0 win over New Caledonia

Jamaica will next face DR Congo on Tuesday for a spot in Group K at the June 11 to July 19 World Cup in North America alongside Colombia, Portugal and Uzbekistan

Published 27 Mar, 2026 11:26am

Football

Croatia beat Colombia 2-1 in World Cup warm-up

Croatia completed the turnaround in the 42nd minute after Colombian goalkeeper Camilo Vargas misjudged a high ball and Matanovic capitalised on the mistake

Published 27 Mar, 2026 11:16am

Football

White deserves another chance with England, says Tuchel

White left the 2022 World Cup camp in Qatar early for personal reasons and later made himself unavailable for the remainder of Gareth Southgate’s tenure

Published 27 Mar, 2026 11:10am

Football

UEFA fines Benfica for fan behaviour during Real Madrid game

Additional penalties imposed for actions by fans included a fine of 25,000 euros for objects thrown during the match and ⁠one of 8,000 euros for the use of a laser pointer

Published 26 Mar, 2026 01:40pm

Football

Postecoglou targets revival after bruising Premier League stints

Both Forest and Spurs sit 16th and ⁠17th in the table and face the threat of relegation

Published 26 Mar, 2026 01:37pm

Football

Asian Cup draw postponed as Middle East conflict continues

Numerous sporting events in the region have been postponed or cancelled due to the ongoing conflict in the region

Published 26 Mar, 2026 01:34pm

Football

Madrid’s Mbappe fit and ready to play every game before World Cup

France will play in Group I at ⁠the World Cup with Norway, Senegal and the winner of an intercontinental playoff

Published 24 Mar, 2026 12:52pm

Football

Mbappe 100 percent, Bellingham fit, says Real Madrid’s Arbeloa

MADRID: Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa said Saturday he has “maximum confidence” in French superstar Kylian Mbappe...

Published 21 Mar, 2026 06:00pm

Football

Hosts Australia chase rare major trophy in Asian Cup decider against formidable Japan

Australia have not quite enjoyed the sell-out crowds and "Matildas Mania" that swept them into the semi-finals of their home World Cup in 2023

Published 20 Mar, 2026 11:44am

Football

FA charge Tottenham boss Tudor with misconduct over referee comments

"All the decisions were on their side. He doesn't understand ‌football, ⁠the feeling of what is wrong and what is right"

Published 20 Mar, 2026 11:12am

Football

Soccer’s world governing body FIFA mandates female coaches in all of their women’s competitions

The regulations, approved by the FIFA Council on Thursday, come into effect with this year's U-17 and U-20 Women's World Cups and the Women's Champions Cup

Published 20 Mar, 2026 11:08am

Football

Iran continuing World Cup preparations but will not play in US, says soccer chief

The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19 and is being staged in the US, Mexico and Canada

Published 19 Mar, 2026 01:12pm

Football

Messi scores 900th career goal, joins Ronaldo in elite club

The 900th goal came 21 years after Messi scored his first in senior football for Barcelona as a 17-year-old in 2005

Published 19 Mar, 2026 01:04pm

Football

Cup of Nations decision hammer blow for African football

The Moroccan federation, however, argued that the ‌strict ⁠application of the rules would help African football

Published 19 Mar, 2026 01:01pm

Football

New Zealand still preparing to take on Iran at World Cup, says coach

Iran's ‌first match is against New Zealand on June 15 in Los Angeles

Published 17 Mar, 2026 11:39am

Football

Neymar left out of Brazil squad for World Cup warm-ups

Brazil are set to play France on March 26 in Boston and Croatia on March 31 in Orlando ahead of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada

Published 17 Mar, 2026 11:35am

Football

Iran negotiating with FIFA to move World Cup games to Mexico from US: Iran federation chief

There have been growing doubts about Iran’s participation in the tournament while at war with one of the co-hosts

Published 17 Mar, 2026 11:24am

Football

Iranian women’s team set to leave for Oman

SEPANG: The Iranian women’s football team will depart from Malaysia on Monday on a flight bound for Oman, a top...

Published 16 Mar, 2026 09:39pm

Football

Iran still to play in World Cup says Asian football body

President Donald Trump warned the team on Thursday that their "life and safety" could be at risk

Published 16 Mar, 2026 12:19pm

Football

Watkins goal earns Villa win at Lille, Bologna and Roma draw

Watkins netted his first European goal of the season and Villa take a slender lead back home for next Thursday’s second leg

Published 13 Mar, 2026 11:34am

Football

Rights groups urge FIFA to ensure inclusive World Cup

The 2026 World Cup, the first to feature 48 teams, will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico, with matches staged in 16 host cities

Published 13 Mar, 2026 11:22am

Football

Iran cannot participate in World Cup, sports minister says

48-team World Cup will be held in the United States, Mexico and Canada from June 11 to July 19

Published 11 Mar, 2026 08:13pm

Football

Fans clash after Celtic beat Rangers in Scotland’s ‘Old Firm’ derby

Chief Superintendent Kate Stephen, in a statement on the Scotland Police official website, condemned the “shameful” incident, adding that several people were arrested

Published 09 Mar, 2026 12:59pm

Football

Trump celebrates Messi, revels in Inter Miami’s “good looks”

Trump celebrated 2025 Major League Soccer Cup champions Inter Miami in a ceremony that ‌blended athletic prowess and military might

Published 06 Mar, 2026 01:48pm

Football

Guardiola says Premier League teams must adapt to set-piece threat

Arsenal have been labelled "Set Piece FC" as a result of their prowess from dead ball situations and other sides are learning from their playbook.

Published 03 Mar, 2026 07:54pm

Football

US attacks do not augur well for World Cup, says Iran soccer chief

Iran due to play in the World Cup being hosted by the US, Canada and Mexico from June 11 to July 19

Published 03 Mar, 2026 08:29am

Football

Liverpool’s Slot says his ‘football heart’ does not like set-piece trend

Last season's champions struggled with dead-ball situations both defensively and in attacking areas earlier in the campaign

Published 02 Mar, 2026 05:53pm

Football

Lionel Messi bags double as Miami battle back to down Orlando

Messi scored twice as Inter Miami fought back from 2-0 down to complete a 4-2 victory over Orlando City

Published 02 Mar, 2026 12:15pm

Football

Man City move within two points of leaders Arsenal, Liverpool thrash West Ham

Antoine Semenyo scored on the stroke of halftime to take Pep Guardiola's dogged City side to 59 points behind Arsenal on 61, with both teams having played 28 games

Updated 01 Mar, 2026 12:05pm

Football

Australia will elevate Women’s Asian Cup profile and profitability, says AFC

The 21st edition of the quadrennial tournament kicks off on Sunday with the hosts facing the Philippines in Perth

Published 27 Feb, 2026 10:13am

Football

Ronaldo buys stake in Spanish second-division Almeria

Acquires a 25% stake in Saudi-owned Spanish second-division club Almeria

Published 26 Feb, 2026 10:17pm

Football

PSG see off late Monaco surge to advance in Champions League

PSG will next month meet either Barcelona or Chelsea in the last 16

Published 26 Feb, 2026 11:11am

Football

Mexico president says ‘no risk’ for 2026 World Cup fans

A spokesperson for FIFA said the organization was closely monitoring the situation and was in close contact with the authorities

Published 25 Feb, 2026 01:59pm

Football

Australia ready to embrace pressure as Women’s Asian Cup hosts, says Raso

Raso said the players were glad of the attention playing on home soil and were fine with the pressure that came with it

Published 24 Feb, 2026 01:53pm

Football

Mourinho’s Bernabeu homecoming upended by suspension, racism row

Mourinho cannot sit in the dug-out for the play-off second leg after being sent off during his team's 1-0 first-leg defeat in Lisbon last week

Published 24 Feb, 2026 12:53pm

Football

Griezmann in talks to join MLS side Orlando City: source

Griezmann currently plays for Atletico Madrid, where he is the Spanish club’s all-time leading scorer

Published 24 Feb, 2026 12:41pm

Football

Liverpool boss Slot encouraged by Mac Allister’s return to form

Arne Slot believes Alexis Mac Allister regaining best form

Published 23 Feb, 2026 09:08pm

Football

Tudor says Tottenham can still beat the drop despite Arsenal loss

Spurs were overwhelmed 4-1 at home to league leaders and arch-rivals Arsenal in a lopsided north London derby

Published 23 Feb, 2026 08:43pm

Football

MLS will not discipline Lionel Messi for post-match actions

Messi escapes Suarez's grasp before reappearing eight seconds later, joining his teammates walking to their locker room

Published 23 Feb, 2026 11:47am

Football

Guardiola hails Man City’s ‘massive’ win over Newcastle

Guardiola’s second-placed side closed the gap on leaders Arsenal to just two points with their tense victory at the Etihad Stadium

Published 22 Feb, 2026 12:03pm

Football

Chelsea, Burnley condemn racist abuse of Fofana, Mejbri

Fofana, who was sent off in the 72nd minute after receiving a second yellow card for a challenge on James Ward-Prowse

Published 22 Feb, 2026 11:18am

Football

FIFA to lead $75m Palestinian soccer rebuilding fund

“I’m also pleased to announce that FIFA will be helping to raise a total of $75 million for projects in Gaza,” said Trump

Published 20 Feb, 2026 11:14am

Football

Lionel Messi kicks off MLS season in key World Cup year

Messi – MLS’s undisputed flagship star – will lace up his boots for a fourth year with Inter Miami

Published 20 Feb, 2026 11:01am

Football

Mbappe calls for Prestianni ban over alleged racist slur at Vinicius

Denying the accusation, Prestianni said the Brazilian misheard him

Published 18 Feb, 2026 12:52pm

Football

PSG’s mental strength hailed as they come from behind to win at Monaco

Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique hailed the mental strength of his side in coming from two goals down to win 3-2 away at Monaco

Published 18 Feb, 2026 12:45pm

Football

Crunch time for Real Madrid’s Mbappe-Vinicius partnership

Mbappe struck twice for Madrid in that match and is the Champions League top marksman with 13 goals

Published 16 Feb, 2026 12:21pm

Football

Kane brace helps Bayern widen gap atop Bundesliga

Kane has 26 goals in 22 Bundesliga games this season and 41 in all competitions, 13 of those from the penalty spot

Published 15 Feb, 2026 12:13pm

Football

Sterling joins Feyenoord until end of season

Sterling, who joined Chelsea from Manchester City in a deal worth 50 million pounds in July 2022

Published 13 Feb, 2026 11:43am

Football

Euro 2024 finalists Spain, England drawn together in Nations League group

England, who were promoted back to the Nations League’s top division after winning their group in League B

Published 13 Feb, 2026 11:40am

Football

Ireland commits to Israel fixtures despite calling for their expulsion

Ireland and Israel were drawn alongside Austria and Kosovo in one of the four groups in League B

Published 13 Feb, 2026 11:36am

Football

Benzema scores hat-trick on his debut for Al-Hilal

The 38-year-old joined Al-Hilal on Monday after reports said he turned down an offer to extend his contract with Al-Ittihad

Published 06 Feb, 2026 12:03pm

Football

Benzema moves to Al-Hilal following Al-Ittihad departure

Local media reported that the move to Al-Hilal came after Benzema rejected an offer to extend his contract with Al-Ittihad

Published 03 Feb, 2026 01:40pm

Football

FIFA boss Infantino supports lifting ban on Russia

Russian clubs and the national team have been suspended from FIFA and UEFA competitions since the country invaded Ukraine in February 2022

Published 03 Feb, 2026 01:36pm

Football

Arsenal’s Merino to undergo foot surgery

Mikel Merino will undergo surgery for a foot injury sustained during a 3-2 loss to Manchester United last week

Published 02 Feb, 2026 11:49am

Football

Everton’s Moyes vows to celebrate again after yellow card for pitch invasion joy

Moyes, who was inside his technical area, immediately ran on to the pitch in joy and pumped his fists in the air before returning to the dugout

Published 01 Feb, 2026 11:07am

Football

Kylian Mbappe questions Real Madrid’s desire after Benfica defeat

A 98th-minute header from Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin denied 15-times European champions Real an automatic spot in the last 16

Published 29 Jan, 2026 12:33pm

Football

Senegal coach Thiaw gets five-match ban after AFCON final chaos

The Senegal Football Federation (FSF) was fined a total of $615,000 for various offences during the final

Published 29 Jan, 2026 11:27am

Football

Chelsea urge vigilance after two fans injured ahead of Napoli match

The Premier League club did not provide details about the incident or how the injuries occurred

Published 28 Jan, 2026 11:02am

Football

Clinical Liverpool edge closer to last 16 with Marseille win

Goals from Dominik Szoboszlai and Cody Gakpo either side of a Geronimo Rulli own goal lifted Arne Slot’s team to 15 points

Published 22 Jan, 2026 11:51am

Football

Lopez double fires Barcelona to 4-2 comeback win at Slavia Prague

The win lifts Barcelona to ninth place in the standings with one game remaining on 13 points

Published 22 Jan, 2026 11:46am

Football

Inter Miami fully acquire playoff hero Tadeo Allende

The 26-year-old Argentina native spent last season on loan with the 2025 MLS Cup champions

Published 20 Jan, 2026 01:05pm

Football

Senegal’s Afcon celebrations overshadowed by threat of sanctions

Senegal staged a lengthy protest after a penalty awarded in the dying stages of the game to hosts Morocco after a VAR review

Published 20 Jan, 2026 12:48pm

Football

Morocco to file legal complaint over Cup of Nations final fiasco

Morocco were beaten 1-0 after extra time by Senegal in the decider in Rabat

Published 20 Jan, 2026 12:36pm

Football

Hosts Morocco ready for battle with Mane’s Senegal in AFCON final

However, they have long been AFCON underachievers, with their only title to date coming in 1976

Published 18 Jan, 2026 12:40pm

Football

Juventus title hopes fade after defeat at Cagliari

Juventus sit fifth in the standings on 39 points, 10 behind leaders Inter Milan, who beat Udinese 1-0 on Saturday

Published 18 Jan, 2026 11:59am

Football

Nigeria edge Egypt on penalties for third place at Cup of Nations

Nigeria had the ball in Egypt’s net twice but the efforts from Paul Onauchu in the first half and Ademola Lookman after the break were ruled out

Published 18 Jan, 2026 11:27am

Football

Five memorable Africa Cup of Nations finals

Mengistu Worku was the hero in a match watched by a 30,000 crowd crammed into an Addis Ababa stadium

Published 16 Jan, 2026 12:32pm

Football

Morocco beat Nigeria on penalties to set up Cup of Nations final v Senegal

Morocco, seeking their first continental title in 50 years, will face 2021 winners Senegal in Sunday’s decider in Rabat

Published 15 Jan, 2026 12:41pm

Football

World Cup received more than 500 million ticket requests: FIFA

Applicants will be notified of the outcome of the first draw via email no earlier than Feb. 5, according to FIFA's news release

Published 15 Jan, 2026 12:06pm

Football

Semenyo on target again as Man City beat Newcastle in League Cup semi-final

City gave themselves a cushion for the second leg on February 4 as Cherki swept in a low shot to stun the home fans

Published 14 Jan, 2026 01:38pm

Football

Mohamed Salah and Mane meet again with AFCON final place on the line

Shortly after that, Mane left for Bayern Munich before moving to Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League a year later

Published 13 Jan, 2026 12:48pm

Football

FIFA taps Stats Perform for betting data, live-streaming rights ahead of World Cup

FIFA has selected sports AI firm Stats Perform as their first official betting data and betting streaming rights distributor

Published 13 Jan, 2026 11:57am

Football

Darren Fletcher United need to dig deep, says Fletcher

United are expected to announce a caretaker manager for the rest of the season next week but Fletcher said that whoever that is, it is up to the players to dig deep

Published 12 Jan, 2026 12:24pm

Football

Real Madrid weigh Mbappe gamble ahead of Spanish Super Cup final

Mbappe, who matched Cristiano Ronaldo's club record of 59 goals in a calendar year during Real's 2-0 LaLiga win over Sevilla last month, is nursing a knee injury

Published 11 Jan, 2026 11:21am

Football

Impressive Nigeria outplay Algeria to book semi-final spot

Adams increased Nigeria’s lead 10 minutes later as Osimhen unselfishly fed him the ball and he took it round Zidane before placing it into an empty net

Published 11 Jan, 2026 10:48am

Football

Salah celebrates “perfect win” over holders Ivory Coast in AFCON

Egypt will face Senegal on Wednesday in Tangier, for a place in the final, in a repeat of the 2021 AFCON final

Published 11 Jan, 2026 10:40am

Football

Marmoush, Salah strike as Egypt edge out holders Ivory Coast in quarter-final

An own goal from Ahmed Fatouh and a late effort by Guela Doue proved insufficient for the Ivory Coast

Published 11 Jan, 2026 10:34am

Football

Arsenal’s Martinelli ‘deeply sorry’ for shoving injured Bradley

The 22-year-old Bradley left the stadium on crutches and wearing a supportive brace on his knee

Published 09 Jan, 2026 12:19pm

Football

New Chelsea manager Rosenior looks to hit the ground running

He was in the stands on Wednesday as Chelsea were beaten 2-1 by Fulham

Published 08 Jan, 2026 10:43am

Football

Morocco’s Ounahi out of Africa Cup of Nations with leg injury

Hosts Morocco face five-time champions Cameroon on Friday for a place in the semi-finals

Published 06 Jan, 2026 01:17pm

Football

Egypt not among AFCON favorites but will keep fighting, says Salah

Salah scored the third goal to secure Egypt's spot in the quarter-finals with a hard-fought 3-1 extra-time victory over Benin on Monday

Published 06 Jan, 2026 01:05pm

Football

Pep Guardiola concerned about injury pile-up as City lose ground on Arsenal

City conceded a stoppage-time equaliser that left them with a second consecutive draw and saw them lose ground in the title race to Arsenal

Published 05 Jan, 2026 11:55am

Football

Senegal march on to AFCON quarters as Mali beat Tunisia on penalties

Champions in 2022, Senegal are seen as the biggest threat to hosts Morocco's dreams of winning a first AFCON title in half a century

Published 04 Jan, 2026 11:50am

Football

Bournemouth win a sign of Arsenal ‘growth’, says Arteta

A rare error from Gabriel Magalhaes gifted Bournemouth an early lead, but the Brazilian centre-back quickly made amends at the other end to equalise

Published 04 Jan, 2026 11:35am

Football

Guardiola vexed by Man City’s sloppy finishing in Sunderland draw

“The amount of chances we missed in the six-yard box, not difficult ones, we could not convert,” Guardiola said

Published 02 Jan, 2026 12:15pm

Football

Stylish Algeria win third game at Cup of Nations finals

Goals in the first half from Zineddine Belaid, Fares Chaibi and Ibrahim Maza saw a second-string side register a comfortable victory at the Stade Moula El Hassan

Published 01 Jan, 2026 12:33pm

Football

Arsenal thrash Villa 4-1 while Chelsea and Man Utd both held

Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw by bottom side Wolverhampton Wanderers, who collected their third point of the season

Published 31 Dec, 2025 02:25pm

Football

Villa’s Emery downplays missed handshake with Arteta

Arteta also played down the significance of the missed handshake. "No, that's OK. That's part of the game, not an issue at all "

Published 31 Dec, 2025 12:27pm

Football

Egypt’s Sobhi sentenced to a year in prison in academic fraud case, media reports

Sobhi was arrested in July upon returning from Turkey, where Pyramids had completed a pre-season camp

Published 31 Dec, 2025 12:25pm

Football

Unbeaten Egypt find balance under Hassan at Africa Cup of Nations

Egypt’s all-time leading scorer enjoys iconic status as a former prolific striker with a glittering playing career

Published 30 Dec, 2025 12:48pm

Football

Africa Cup of Nations hosts Morocco in convincing form as they dispatch Zambia

Defeat meant Zambia were eliminated, as they finished bottom of the group with two points, behind Comoros on goal difference

Published 30 Dec, 2025 12:43pm

Football

Cristiano Ronaldo confident of reaching 1,000 goals, keen to keep playing

Ronaldo's double for Saudi side Al-Nassr on Saturday took his tally to 956 goals for club and country

Published 29 Dec, 2025 11:07am

Football

Liverpool’s Wirtz will score many more after Wolves winner, says Slot

Liverpool signed Wirtz in June for a reported fee of 100 million pounds ($135 million), with a further 16 million pounds in potential bonuses

Published 28 Dec, 2025 01:48pm

Football

Algeria’s Mandi backs move to hold AFCON every four years

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet was extremely critical, blaming world football governing body FIFA for the switch

Published 28 Dec, 2025 11:40am

Football

Osimhen and Mane score as Nigeria win to qualify, Senegal draw

Victory ensured three-time champions Nigeria became the second nation after record seven-time winners Egypt to secure a last-16 place

Published 28 Dec, 2025 11:27am

Football

Turkiye orders 29 more detained in widening betting probe

Citing a statement from the prosecutor's office NTV said 24 of the 29 suspects were detained, including former Galatasaray executive Erden Timur

Published 26 Dec, 2025 12:23pm

Football

Kobbie Mainoo is the future of Man United, says Amorim

Amorim said the 20-year-old will have to be patient but he will get his chance in the side

Published 26 Dec, 2025 11:10am

Football

Arsenal keeper Kepa credits shift in mindset for vital shootout save

Arrizabalaga then made it an even more miserable night for Lacroix by saving the Frenchman’s effort as Arsenal won the shootout 8-7

Published 24 Dec, 2025 11:16am

Football

Foster’s sweet strike fires South Africa to 2-1 victory over Angola

Angola equalised on 35 minutes when Fredy’s low free kick was touched into the bottom corner by Show, his second goal in his 50th cap for his country to make it 1-1 at the break

Published 23 Dec, 2025 12:06pm

Football

Liverpool striker Isak suffers broken leg

Isak suffered the injury in scoring Liverpool’s opening goal in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur

Published 23 Dec, 2025 11:58am

Football

Neymar undergoes successful knee surgery

In a statement on Monday, Santos said the surgery was performed by the Brazilian national team's doctor Rodrigo Lasmar

Published 23 Dec, 2025 11:55am

Football

Relief for hosts Morocco as they start Cup of Nations with win

Rain dampened the atmosphere and a nervy start, including a wasted penalty opportunity, reflected the intense pressure on the home team

Published 22 Dec, 2025 02:20pm

Football

Morocco coach ‘taking no risks’ with Hakimi fitness

Regragui suggested on the eve of the tournament’s opening game against Comoros that Hakimi was fit

Published 22 Dec, 2025 11:39am

Football

Salah unaffected by Liverpool turmoil ahead of AFCON opener: Egypt coach

Salah did not start any of Liverpool’s last five games before departing for the Cup of Nations in Morocco

Published 21 Dec, 2025 05:36pm

Football

Coventry manager Lampard says he was out of order after Southampton melee

Coventry are six points clear in the Championship and will host Swansea City on December 26

Published 21 Dec, 2025 10:48am

Football

Morocco beat Jordan 3-2 after extra time to clinch Arab Cup

Morocco enjoyed another success despite missing several Europe-based players ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations

Published 19 Dec, 2025 12:32pm

Football

Norwegian coach Hareide dies at 72

Hareide was in charge of Denmark from 2016 to 2020, guiding them to the last 16 at the 2018 World Cup

Published 19 Dec, 2025 12:29pm

Football

Colossal World Cup towers over all in packed 2026 calendar

The successful return of veteran Lindsey Vonn, who at the age of 41 became the oldest winner of a World Cup race earlier in December

Published 19 Dec, 2025 11:42am

Football

The missing medal in collection of serial winner Salah

But there is one prized medal missing, and he gets a fifth chance to obtain it at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

Published 19 Dec, 2025 11:33am

Football

Achraf Hakimi boost as Morocco seek end to AFCON title drought

The 27-year-old Paris Saint-Germain star was wearing sun glasses, a red, white and black sweater, baggy blue jeans and dark suede sneakers

Published 18 Dec, 2025 10:42am

Football

Dembele named FIFA player of 2025, Bonmati wins women’s award for third time

Dembele was able to attend the ceremony, as he was already in Qatar for Wednesday's Intercontinental Cup final where PSG take on Flamengo

Published 17 Dec, 2025 12:39pm

Football

FIFA launches $60 ticket tier amid criticism of 2026 World Cup pricing

Football’s governing body said that the discounted tickets would cover all 104 matches of the tournament, including the final

Published 17 Dec, 2025 12:36pm

Football

Enzo Maresca says he is happy at Chelsea after 3-1 win at Cardiff

Maresca had said after Saturday's 2-0 Premier League home win over Everton

Published 17 Dec, 2025 12:08pm

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Jun 9	278.57
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Jun 9	278.37
USD to Japanese Yen / Jun 10	160.36
USD to Swiss Franc / Jun 10	0.80
Pound Sterling to USD / Jun 10	1.34
Euro to USD / Jun 10	1.15
SOFR % / Jun 9	3.63

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S&P 500 / Jun 9	7,386.65
Nasdaq / Jun 9	25,678.82
FTSE 100 / Jun 9	10,227.33
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France CAC40 / Jun 9	8,203.43
India Sensex / Jun 10	74,322.20
Tokyo Nikkei / Jun 10	64,166.71
Hang Seng / Jun 10	24,292.95

Item	Value
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Petrol/Litre / Jun 10	377.78
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Jun 10	88.87
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Jun 10	4,174.27
Diesel/Litre / Jun 10	380.78
Cotton US¢/pound / Jun 10	75.60

Stock	Price
First Fid. Leasing / Jun 10 First Fidelity Leasing Modaraba(FFLM)	10.67 ▲ 1 (10.34%)
Burshane LPG / Jun 10 Burshane LPG (Pakistan) Limited(BPL)	62.55 ▲ 5.69 (10.01%)
Redco Textile / Jun 10 Redco Textiles Limited(REDCO)	31.55 ▲ 2.87 (10.01%)
Pak. P.V.C. / Jun 10 Pakistan PVC Limited(PPVC)	23.63 ▲ 2.15 (10.01%)
Kohat Textile / Jun 10 Kohat Textile Mills Limited(KOHTM)	122.68 ▲ 11.15 (10%)
Data Agro / Jun 10 Data Agro Limited(DAAG)	94.06 ▲ 8.55 (10%)
Habib Rice Products / Jun 10 Habib Rice Product Limited(HRPL)	20.03 ▲ 1.82 (9.99%)
Leather Up Ltd. / Jun 10 Leather Up Limited(LEUL)	42.60 ▲ 3.87 (9.99%)
Ansari Sug. / Jun 10 Ansari Sugar Mills Limited(ANSM)	18.74 ▲ 1.7 (9.98%)
Asia Ins. / Jun 10 Asia Insurance Company Limited(ASIC)	37.17 ▲ 3.33 (9.84%)

Stock	Price
Idrees Tex. / Jun 10 Idrees Textile Mills Limited(IDRT)	57.68 ▼ -6.41 (-10%)
Paramount Spinning / Jun 10 Paramount Spinning Mills Limited(PASM)	7.20 ▼ -0.69 (-8.75%)
First Imrooz Mod. / Jun 10 First Imrooz Modaraba(FIMM)	200.25 ▼ -14.39 (-6.7%)
TPL Trakker Ltd / Jun 10 TPL Trakker Limited(TPLT)	21.82 ▼ -1.44 (-6.19%)
Sapphire Textile / Jun 10 Sapphire Textile Mills Limited(SAPT)	1,310.02 ▼ -83.91 (-6.02%)
Gulistan Sp. / Jun 10 Gulistan Spinning Mills Limited(GUSM)	8.70 ▼ -0.49 (-5.33%)
Sanghar Sugar / Jun 10 Sanghar Sugar Mills Limited(SANSM)	120 ▼ -6.42 (-5.08%)
Bela Auto / Jun 10 Bela Automotives Limited(BELA)	56.25 ▼ -2.97 (-5.02%)
PIA Holding Co.B / Jun 10 PIA Holding Company Limited B(PIAHCLB)	17,506 ▼ -884 (-4.81%)
Service Textile / Jun 10 Service Industries Textiles Limited(SERT)	35.10 ▼ -1.39 (-3.81%)

Stock	Volume
TPL Properties / Jun 10 TPL Properties Limited(TPLP)	32,458,676 ▼ -0.37
Telecard Limited / Jun 10 Telecard Limited(TELE)	29,659,274 ▲ 0.33
Loads Limited / Jun 10 Loads Limited(LOADS)	18,828,917 ▲ 0.86
TPL Corp Ltd / Jun 10 TPL Corp Limited(TPL)	17,956,244 ▼ -0.49
Oilboy Energy / Jun 10 Oilboy Energy Limited(OBOY)	17,773,949 ▼ -0.05
Amreli Steels / Jun 10 Amreli Steels Limited(ASTL)	17,718,239 ▲ 0.99
Agha Steel Ind. / Jun 10 Agha Steel Ind.Ltd(AGHA)	16,759,461 ▲ 0.51
TPL REIT Fund I / Jun 10 TPL REIT Fund I(TPLRF1)	15,352,565 ▼ -0.06
Aisha Steel Mill / Jun 10 Aisha Steel Mills Limited(ASL)	14,261,630 ▲ 0.87
Treet Battery / Jun 10 Treet Battery Limited(TBL)	14,124,322 ▲ 0.3