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Zinedine Zidane linked to Manchester United job but would need guarantees before joining
Former France international Emmanuel Petit has said that Zinedine Zidane would need guarantees if he were to take the Manchester United job. Ruben Amorim is under pressure to deliver as United continue to struggle in Premier League.

Man United manager Amorim blasts his players as he clarifies stance on quitting the club: ‘We need to have more personality’
A furious Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim did not hold back as he blasted his players after the defeat to Brentford and also clarified his stance on leaving the club.

Amorim's Old Trafford future even more uncertain after United crash to stunning 1-3 loss at Brentford
Igor Thiago fired a brace while Mathias Jensen sealed victory for Brentford with a stoppage-time winner. Benjamin Sesko scored his maiden goal for Manchester United to halve the deficit while Bruno Fernandes missed out on a golden opportunity to level the scores with a penalty.

Brentford vs Manchester United Highlights: United sink deeper as Thiago's brace helps Brentford win 3-1
Brentford vs Manchester United Highlights: Igor Thiago fires a brace inside the first 20 minutes while Mathias Jensen seals Brentford's victory with a stoppage-time screamer as Manchester United suffer yet another defeat in what has been a forgettable start to the 2025-26 season.

Why Mohun Bagan's trip to Iran for AFC Champions League match is in jeopardy
Mohun Bagan Super Giant’s AFC Champions League 2 campaign is once again facing uncertainty as the club has expressed concerns over their travel to Iran for their Sepahan SC clash on September 30. The situation has sparked debate over the possible sanctions and how it could jeopardise Indian football's future participation in AFC events.

Why Israel could be banned from European football next week
UEFA is facing pressure to suspend Israel from European football and the governing body may hold an emergency vote next week to decide on the matter. Here's everything to know about the issue and how it will impact Israel's chances of playing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Arne Slot slams Hugo Ekitike as Liverpool striker earns 'stupid' red card, risks losing spot to Isak
Liverpool Arne Slot was furious with Hugo Ekitike after his 'stupid' red card but it can also harm him in a bigger way as Alexander Isak is waiting to take his spot in the team.

Explained: Why Real Madrid skipped Ballon d’Or award ceremony again?
Real Madrid skipped the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris for the second year in a row. Here’s why the Spanish giants boycotted the awards again.

Likely dates for Argentina football team vs Australia match in Kerala revealed
Lionel Messi's Argentina football team is expected to play a match against Australia in Kochi, Kerala, by the end of this year. The dates for the same have been revealed.

Why Man Utd risk Premier League investigation after Maguire caught breaking rule vs Chelsea
Manchester United player Harry Maguire has been caught breaking a rule in viral social media clips, which could invite a Premier League investigation.

Why PSG coach Luis Enrique, winner of the Johan Cruyff Trophy, missed the Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony
Paris Saint-Germain manager Luis Enrique did not attend the Ballon d’Or 2025 ceremony where he was named the men's Coach of the Year and won the Johan Cruyff Trophy.

Ballon d'Or 2025 Rankings: Dembele wins, Salah finishes fourth — complete men’s and women’s standings
The full rankings of the Ballon d'Or 2025 have been released. Ousmane Dembele and Aitana Bonmati won the men's and women's Ballon d'Or 2025 respectively.

Ballon d'Or 2025: Dembele pips Yamal as PSG dominate ceremony; Bonmati emulates Barca icon Messi
Besides Ousmane Dembele becoming the latest recipient of the prestigious Ballon d'Or, his club Paris Saint-Germain was named the 'Men's Club of the Year' after an extraordinary season with Luis Enrique bagging the Johan Cruyff Trophy for the best manager.

Ballon d’Or 2025 Highlights: Dembele, Bonmati win Ballon d'Or; PSG named Men's Club of the Year
Ballon d’Or 2025 Highlights: PSG's Ousmane Dembele pips Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d'Or while Barca star Aitana Bonmati wins the Ballon d'Or Feminin for the third consecutive time. Additionally, Paris Saint-Germain are named the Men's Club of the Year, with manager Luis Enrique winning the Johan Cruyff Trophy. Follow our live blog for more updates.

Inspired by cricketers, Pakistan U-17 footballers attempt to troll Indian players with 'tea', ‘fighter jet’ celebrations
The Pakistan U-17 football team celebrated scoring goals against India with controversial "fighter jet" and "tea" gestures during their SAFF U-17 Championship match in Colombo on Monday, which began with players from both teams high-fiving one another.

Athletics legend Usain Bolt to visit India next month for exhibition football match
Former sprinter Usain Bolt is considered the greatest athlete of all time as he won eight gold medals at the Olympics.

Ballon d’Or 2025: Where to watch the live stream, how voting works, nominees and more
Ballon d’or 2025 award ceremony will take place on 22 September in Paris. Here’s a look at how to watch the Ballon d’or 2025 ceremony live in india, the voting process, the award favourites, and whether PSG will boycott the event.

Why Marcus Rashford was punished and benched by Barcelona against Getafe
England forward Marcus Rashford was forced to start Barcelona's match against Getafe from bench as manager Hansi Flick took a disciplinary action against him.

Pep Guardiola goes on X-rated rant as he explains Man City sacrificing their identity vs Arsenal: 'I don’t give a f*** about the results'
Pep Guardiola defended his tactics doggedly as Man City were accused of sacrificing their identity in the draw against Arsenal on Sunday.

Man United manager Ruben Amorim sends Grimsby warning after victory over Chelsea at Old Trafford
Man United manager Ruben Amorim sent a Grimsby Town warning to his players after they defeated Chelsea in the English Premier League on Saturday.

‘Dariya ko rok nahi sakte’: Gurpreet Singh Sandhu on his stirring India comeback, Chhetri’s advice and Khalid’s rallying cry
Despite being one of India’s top goalkeepers, Gurpreet Singh Sandhu was dropped after a rare dip in form. Here’s how he made a memorable comeback to the Blue Tigers, with advice from Sunil Chhetri and hard work in Norway.

Under-fire United boss Amorim gives cheeky reply when asked on conversation with Ratcliffe: 'He was offering me...'
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim maintained a positive demeanour ahead of his team's crucial home fixture against Chelsea on Saturday, with the Portuguese coach desperately needing a turnaround in order to save his job.

Man United star continues to face flak over defensive lapses in derby defeat: 'There's weaknesses all around there'
Manchester United suffered their second league defeat of the ongoing season with a 0-3 rout at the hands of Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with the spotlight falling not only on under-fire manager Ruben Amorim but also on their defence.

'Came over and spat at me': Liverpool fan shares his side of story after altercation with Atletico boss Diego Simeone
Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid Champions League clash at Anfield turned chaotic as Diego Simeone clashed with fans after a defeat. A Liverpool supporter has now revealed his side of the story and what he said that pissed off Simeone.

Fake Pakistan football team caught and deported from Japan in alleged human trafficking case
The FIA has arrested Waqas Ali from Sialkot for allegedly running a human trafficking scheme by sending people to Japan as a fake football team. He facing investigation for multiple cases linked to illegal migration scams.

Lionel Messi nears new Inter Miami contract, which could see him retire at the club: Report
Lionel Messi is close to signing a new Inter Miami contract until 2027, which could see him retire at the MLS club.

FIFA World Cup: Casemiro strike sends Brazil into knockouts with 1-0 win over Switzerland
Brazil became only the second team after title holders France to win both their games so far and seal their place in the last 16 after registering their first-ever World Cup victory over Switzerland.

'If there are comments against us, racism or insults...': Diego Simeone explains why he confronted a Liverpool fan
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has hinted that racist comments could be behind him losing his cool over a Liverpool fan during the Wednesday UEFA Champions League match at Anfield.

Liverpool edge Atletico, PSG thrash Atalanta, Kane downs Chelsea as Champions League matches grab attention
Defending champions Paris Saint-Germain thrashed Atalanta, while Diego Simeone was seen confronting Liverpool fans as Atletico Madrid lost at Anfield.

‘Khalid sir played for India, so he has that passion’: Nikhil Prabhu explains Indian football team’s resurgence
Indian football team player Nikhil Prabhu sheds light on how new coach Khalid Jamil's policies fired the Blue Tigers to a historic bronze medal in the CAFA Nations Cup 2025.