Dhiman Sarkar is based in Kolkata and has been a sport journalist for over three decades. He writes mainly on football.
Articles by Dhiman Sarkar
Euro 2024: One for Saudi Arabia in Kante, Laporte face-off
Spain and France clash in the Euro semi-final with strong defenses. Saudi Pro League players like Laporte and Kante make history in the tournament.
Updated on Jul 08, 2024 09:23 PM IST
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Euro 2024: England edge out Switzerland on penalties, enter semis
England beat Switzerland 5-3 in a dramatic penalty shootout to reach the Euro semi-final. Saka's equalizer forced extra time.
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 02:00 AM IST
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England beat Switzerland on penalties, enter semis
Akanji misses the target in shoot-out as England march on 5-3 on penalties after regulation time produced a 1-1 stalemate
Updated on Jul 07, 2024 06:34 AM IST
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France survive as Ronaldo goes quietly into the night
France beat Portugal in a penalty shootout to reach the Euro 2024 semi-finals. Ronaldo and Mbappe struggled as France remains strong without scoring from open play.
Updated on Jul 06, 2024 07:27 PM IST
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Euro 2024: A lot more to Spain than possession play
They have not shirked from going direct in a competition where Portugal, Germany and England have had more of the ball
Published on Jul 03, 2024 07:22 PM IST
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Euro 2024: France ride on Vertonghen own goal to oust Belgium, enter quarters
The cagey, intense match between the two heavyweights was decided by the 85th minute deflection off a Kolo Muani attempt
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 11:55 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Rice, constant amid English midfield churn
England's win over Slovakia in Euro 2024 highlighted Jude Bellingham's crucial goal and Declan Rice's midfield consistency, setting up a quarter-final clash with Switzerland.
Updated on Jul 01, 2024 08:56 PM IST
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Euro 2024: Switzerland knock out champions Italy, enter quarters
Italy suffered a shocking 2-0 defeat to Switzerland at Euro 2020, marking the end of their reign as champions
Updated on Jun 30, 2024 02:33 AM IST
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A close contest to decide the last 16
Georgia's historic win over Portugal in Euros underscores the tournament's surprise element. Austria impresses without key players. Knockout rounds await.
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 10:01 PM IST
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Euro 2024: Another Hagi sparkles, helps Romania enter knockouts
Ianis Hagi, son of legend Gheorghe, plays a key role in a 1-1 draw that sends his team and Slovakia into the knockouts
Updated on Jun 27, 2024 12:11 AM IST
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Euro 2024: Present imperfect, future tense for England
Listless and shackled, they topped the group after the 0-0 draw against Slovenia but are hardly playing like one of the favourites
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:14 AM IST
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Heartbreak, yes, but hang on to the Modric memories
After a heartbreak in Euro 2024, Luka Modric, the oldest scorer in the championship, hints at retiring soon. Croatia's fate hangs in the balance.
Updated on Jun 25, 2024 03:44 PM IST
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AIFF drags players into Stimac row
Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement
Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:59 PM IST
Kante: French hero back in business
Deschamps’ punt on midfielder vindicated in successive MoM performances
Published on Jun 23, 2024 12:31 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Euro 2024: Bernardo Silva runs the show as Portugal subdue Turkey
Goals from Silva and Bruno Fernandes besides an own goal seal progress from Group F with a second win.
Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:27 AM IST
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No Mbappe, no goal but not panic stations either for France
The first 0-0 draw of the European championship came in the 21st game of the competition
Published on Jun 22, 2024 04:38 PM IST
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Another Shaqiri spectacular at a major
The Swiss veteran’s justifies coach Yakin’s faith in him with stunning equaliser in 1-1 draw against Scotland.
Published on Jun 20, 2024 07:48 PM IST
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Own goal and equaliser for Albania’s Gjasula
After 2-2 draw, Croatia are at the bottom of their group
Updated on Jun 19, 2024 11:04 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Why Igor Stimac’s ouster could put AIFF on backfoot
Former federation official and executive committee member question the procedure of dismissal
Published on Jun 19, 2024 08:43 PM IST
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Will sue AIFF if not paid in full in 10 days: Igor Stimac
In his reply to AIFF, the Croat has said his termination was in violation of FIFA regulations
Published on Jun 18, 2024 08:58 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
AIFF sacks Igor Stimac as India head coach after disappointing WC qualifiers
Federation offers three months’ salary as severance pay. Stimac likely to respond through lawyer.
Updated on Jun 17, 2024 11:11 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, New Delhi
European championship: Look back in wonder
As Euro 2024 kicks off, we look at five moments that have stayed with us from previous editions
Published on Jun 14, 2024 08:29 AM IST
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Euro Championships 2024: Amid strife, football for togetherness
As Europe grapples with conflicts, football, Philipp Lahm says, could “illustrate our democratic values”
Published on Jun 13, 2024 08:44 PM IST
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If Igor Stimac is sacked, AIFF could have to pay $3,60,000 as compensation
On contract till June 2026, AIFF could have to pay $3,60,000 as compensation if it removes Igor Stimac. The India head coach is unlikely to step down.
Updated on Jun 13, 2024 11:34 AM IST
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Stimac unlikely to step down
On contract till June 2026, AIFF could have to pay $36,000 as compensation if it removes the India head coach
Published on Jun 13, 2024 12:46 AM IST
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Referee’s howler costs India in 1-2 defeat to Qatar
India seemed on course to a historic third round spot in the FIFA World Cup qualifiers till the shocking 73rd minute decision in Doha
Published on Jun 12, 2024 12:03 AM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Sunil Chhetri-less India face Qatar in crucial WC qualifier
Igor Stimac says he is surprised that the other group game, between Kuwait and Afghanistan, kicks off two hours later.
Published on Jun 11, 2024 12:00 AM IST
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So long and farewell Sunil Chhetri
The 0-0 draw against Kuwait meant the ending wasn’t perfect for India and their captain
Published on Jun 06, 2024 10:45 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata
Kishore Kumar, Kabini, and the importance of being Sunil Chhetri
Kabini, around 200km from Bengaluru, is a getaway and Chhetri could now have a little more time in trying to spot the black panther that has eluded him so far.
Updated on Jun 06, 2024 08:52 AM IST
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Sunil Chhetri’s retirement: A farewell where India could make history
Progressing to the third round of the FIFA World Cup qualifiers will be the biggest achievement of my career, says Stimac.
Published on Jun 05, 2024 08:50 PM IST
Dhiman Sarkar, Kolkata