Brazilian football legend Marta was red-carded in her final Olympic game, ending her tournament prematurely and leaving her team’s hopes for a medal hanging in the balance. This heartbreaking incident marks a potential end to Marta’s storied career with the national women’s team.
Bino George, once a villain in West Bengal for helping Kerala win the Santosh Trophy, has become a valuable asset to East Bengal. As the reserves team coach, he’s leading the club’s under-21 side in the Next Gen Cup, where they’ll face Premier League giants like Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur, and Everton. In this interview, George discusses his scouting experience, the importance of early development, and his hopes for the tournament.
Kerala Blasters FC is set to compete in the 133rd Durand Cup in Kolkata, facing off against Mumbai City FC in their opening match. The Blasters aim to become the third club from Kerala to win the tournament, showcasing young talent and gaining valuable experience.
Three Indian teams, Punjab FC, East Bengal, and Muthoot FA, will compete in the Premier League Next Generation Cup, aiming to become the first Indian team to win the tournament. They will face stiff competition from academy sides of Premier League clubs like Tottenham Hotspur, Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Everton, as well as South African club Stellenbosch FC.
Kerala Blasters FC will face Mumbai City FC in the 133rd Durand Cup in Kolkata, marking the start of their journey in the prestigious tournament. The Blasters are aiming for a strong performance, aiming to become the third club from Kerala to win the Durand Cup. The match will be played on August 1st at 7 pm IST and will be broadcast live on Sony Sports 2 and Sony LIV.
Egypt secured a stunning 2-1 victory over Spain in their final Group C match, sending them through to the Olympic football quarterfinals. Ibrahim Adel scored both goals for Egypt, propelling them to the top of the group and setting up a clash with the Group D runner-up on Friday.
Chennaiyin FC has announced a 22-member squad for the 133rd Durand Cup, aiming to improve on their quarterfinal finishes in the previous two editions. The team, led by assistant coach Noel Wilson, will face Indian Army in their opening match on Wednesday, aiming for victory and a strong group stage performance.
The Red and Gold Brigade will look to overcome last year’s final defeat and begin the new campaign with a victory against Indian Air Force FT.
Brazil missed out on a quarterfinal berth after a late 2-1 loss to Japan in their Group C clash, while Colombia secured their first win, defeating New Zealand 2-0 in Group A. Japan’s victory came thanks to two late goals, while Colombia’s win was fueled by a volley from Marcela Restrepo and a strike from Leicy Santos.
Saudi Arabia has announced plans to construct a massive 92,000-capacity stadium in Riyadh, designed to host major international events. This move strengthens their bid to secure the 2034 World Cup, as they are currently the only nation to express interest in hosting the tournament.
