Mohammedan Sporting Club, a two-time Durand Cup champion, faces Indian Navy FT in a crucial match on August 13th. A victory is essential for Mohammedan SC to secure a knockout berth and continue their quest for a third Durand Cup title.
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Manchester City’s hearing into 115 alleged financial breaches could be brought forward to September, potentially impacting their upcoming season. The club denies all charges, but faces potential points deductions or relegation if found guilty.
Brazilian star Vinicius Jr is considering a massive offer from Saudi Arabia, potentially worth over a billion euros. While he is open to exploring the proposal, Real Madrid, his current club, has shown no interest in negotiating a transfer, citing his high buy-out clause. The move comes as Saudi Arabia continues to invest heavily in attracting top players to its domestic league.
A physical education teacher in Tamil Nadu has been suspended after a video went viral showing him physically abusing his students for their performance in a football match. The incident sparked debate on social media, with some criticizing the coach’s actions while others shared similar experiences with their coaches.
Two-time Durand Cup champion Mohammedan Sporting Club will look to add a third title to their collection when they face Indian Navy FT on August 13th. The Kolkata side, which holds the distinction of being the first Indian team to win the Durand Cup, seeks to secure a knockout berth after a draw and loss in their previous matches. The match will be crucial for Mohammedan SC, as they need a win to overtake Inter Kashi in the standings.
The 2024-25 I-League 3 Group Stage draw has been conducted, with 25 teams divided into five groups. The tournament will kick off on September 3rd. Meanwhile, Bangladesh Krira Shikkha Protishtan and Mother International School will face off in the Subroto Cup final on August 13th.
The AFC Champions League Elite draw, featuring a new league format, will take place on August 16 in Kuala Lumpur. The draw will see teams like Al Nassr, Al Hilal, and Al Ain FC competing in two leagues of 12 teams each. The tournament is set to begin on September 16, 2024.
Mohun Bagan Super Giant has been placed in Pot 3 for the Asian Champions League 2 (ACL 2) draw, while East Bengal will face Altyn Asyr FC in the preliminary play-off for a spot in the group stages. The AFC Champions League 2 is a new second-tier men’s tournament replacing the previous AFC Champions League and AFC Cup structure.
Robin van Persie’s coaching debut with Heerenveen ended in a disappointing defeat against Ajax Amsterdam in the opening game of the new Dutch Eredivisie season. Despite some promising moments, Heerenveen failed to capitalize on their chances and lost 1-0. Van Persie, however, remains optimistic and believes his team will improve with each game.
Punjab FC secured a dramatic 3-0 victory over Mumbai City FC in their concluding Group C match of the 133rd Durand Cup, with two late goals from Mushaga Bakenga and a strike by Filip Mrzljak. Meanwhile, Chennaiyin FC snatched a last-minute win against Assam Rifles, securing a 2-1 victory.