Punjab FC secured their third consecutive victory in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 season, defeating Hyderabad FC 2-0 at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi. Goals from Ezequiel Vidal and Filip Mrzljak proved decisive for the Shers, who showcased their dominance throughout the match.
Tottenham Hotspur star Son Heung-min has defended his teammate Rodrigo Bentancur after the Uruguayan was charged with misconduct for making racist remarks towards him during an interview. Bentancur apologized profusely to Son and the pair remain close, with Son focused on winning silverware with Tottenham.
A group of Lazio fans were apprehended by German authorities for attempting to evade a police escort before their Europa League match against Dynamo Kyiv. The fans were found to be carrying knives, clubs, and other weapons, leading to their detention. This incident highlights Lazio’s ongoing issues with fan behavior, which has resulted in numerous sanctions for the club.
India’s under-20 football team kicked off their AFC Under 20 Asian Cup qualifiers campaign with a convincing 4-1 victory against Mongolia in Vientiane, Laos. Manglenthang Kipgen’s brace and goals from Kelvin Singh and Korou Singh Thingujam secured the win for India, who now face Iran in their next match.
South Korea’s new national football coach, Hong Myung-bo, has denied receiving preferential treatment in his appointment, stating that he was chosen as the top candidate by the KFA’s National Teams Committee. He accepted the job after being told he was the top contender, despite initial reluctance to leave his club position.
Chennaiyin FC returns to their home turf after a successful playoff finish last season, facing the newly promoted Mohammedan Sporting Club. Both teams are looking to continue their winning streaks, with Chennaiyin seeking to build upon their opening victory while Mohammedan aims to overcome their away game jitters. The match promises a clash of styles, with Chennaiyin’s counter-attacking prowess against Mohammedan’s resilient defense.
Despite returning to training, Brazilian star Neymar’s return to play for Al-Hilal remains uncertain. Coach Jorge Jesus has stated that while Neymar is an important player, a return date is yet to be determined. Neymar’s return is expected in January, when he will be eligible to be registered for the second half of the Saudi Pro League season.
The Indian national football team will face Malaysia in a friendly match on November 19th, as announced by the All India Football Federation (AIFF). This match, set to take place during the FIFA Window, will see the two teams battle it out for bragging rights, with India currently ranked 126th and Malaysia at 132nd in the FIFA rankings. The match will be a rematch of the Merdeka Cup semifinal, where India lost 2-4 to Malaysia in October 2023.
Newly promoted Como earned their first Serie A victory in over two decades with a thrilling 3-2 win over Atalanta, marking a significant upset in the Italian top flight. The match, initially scheduled for Monday, was postponed due to heavy rain and a waterlogged pitch in Bergamo.
Barcelona, riding a wave of six straight victories in La Liga, will host Getafe on Thursday, aiming to continue their dominant start to the season. However, the match will be played without star goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen, who suffered a serious knee injury in the previous game. Getafe, struggling with four draws and two losses, will look to upset the league leaders.
