Football beyond mainstream
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) is actively working on a policy to integrate Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) players into the national team setup, aiming to address the long-standing struggle to find a top-quality players. AIFF President Kalyan Chaubey described the move as a potential “game-changer” for Indian football, which has heavily relied on…
In a significant development, Mexican football club Club León has been excluded from the upcoming 2025 FIFA Club World Cup after failing to comply with tournament regulations regarding multi-club ownership. The decision, announced by FIFA, comes just months before the expanded 32-team tournament is set to kick off in the United States from June 14…
In high-stakes CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, Argentina and Brazil both claimed vital victories to strengthen their positions in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While Argentina edged past Uruguay 1-0 thanks to a moment of brilliance from Thiago Almada, Brazil secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Colombia, with Vinicius Jr. delivering a late…
In a series of gripping international encounters in Nations league Quarter-Final, Germany, Croatia, and Spain emerged with narrow advantages in their respective matches, setting the stage for tense second-leg showdowns. Germany Edges Italy in Hard-Fought ContestGermany secured a 2-1 victory over Italy in a tightly contested match, ending Italy’s five-match unbeaten home run against the…
Rasmus Hojlund, Denmark’s match-winner against Portugal, made headlines not only for his goal but also for his celebration, which paid homage to his idol Cristiano Ronaldo. After scoring the decisive goal in the 78th minute, the Manchester United forward imitated Ronaldo’s iconic “Siuuu” celebration, jumping and spinning in the air to the delight of the…
Denmark claimed a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Portugal in the first leg of their UEFA Nations League quarter-final clash on Thursday. The decisive moment came in the 78th minute when substitute Rasmus Hojlund slotted home a fine finish to break the deadlock in a match dominated by the hosts. Denmark, under the guidance of coach…
In a thrilling encounter during the seventh round of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, the Iranian national team delivered a commanding performance to defeat the United Arab Emirates (UAE) with a 2-0 victory. The match, held on March 21, 2025, showcased Iran’s strength and determination as they solidified their position at the…
The Saudi Arabian national football team secured a crucial 1-0 victory over China in the seventh round of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, played on Thursday evening at the “King Saud University Stadium” in Riyadh. The match was pivotal for the Green Falcons’ aspirations to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. The only goal of…
In a pivotal match for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers, Jordan defeated Palestine 3-1 on March 20, 2025, at the Amman International Stadium. This victory solidifies Jordan’s hold on the second qualification spot in Group B, keeping the pressure on group leaders South Korea. Match Highlights:Jordan got off to a flying start with…
Japan secured their place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 2-0 victory over Bahrain in Saitama on Thursday, extending their remarkable streak of consecutive World Cup appearances to eight. The win also confirmed Japan’s dominance in Asian Group C, as they became the first team to book their ticket to the expanded…
