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Heroes and Villans on underdogs’ night

Published on Oct 03, 2024 10:07 PM IST

Wins for Aston Villa, Lille and Benfica in Champions League buck trend of big victories for top clubs

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane (C) vies with Aston Villa's Diego Carlos (L) and Ross Barkley in Birmingham on Wednesday. (AFP)

ByDhiman Sarkar

Messi vs Ronaldo in YouTube predicted as MrBeast reveals secret trump card

MrBeast spoke about the prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo as the most-subscribed YouTube channel.

MrBeast revealed his Lionel Messi trump card for Cristiano Ronaldo.

Published on Oct 03, 2024 08:19 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

HT Exclusive: MSC's Alexis Gomez touts a ‘key factor’ that can win them the ISL

Mohammedan SC's Alexis Gomez, a 24-year-old Argentine forward, shares exclusive insights ahead of their match against Mohun Bagan Super Giant.

As Mohammedan SC prepares for a crucial match, Alexis Gomez highlights key factors for success, including teamwork and the pursuit of excellence in the I-League.(File Images)

Published on Oct 03, 2024 06:16 PM IST

ByTuhin Das Mahapatra

Lionel Messi comes up with perfect reply to Inter Miami's Supporters' Shield win

Lionel Messi once again hogged the spotlight as he broke the deadlock with a short chip, and then scored again with a brilliant 24-yard free kick.

Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) celebrates after scoring his second goal against the Columbus Crew.(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)

Published on Oct 03, 2024 04:03 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Messi curls in magical free-kick as GK left unmoved, wins Supporters Shield

Lionel Messi produced a brilliant free-kick goal, and ended with a brace as Inter Miami lifted the Supporters Shield.

Lionel Messi celebrates after scoring a free-kick goal(X)

Published on Oct 03, 2024 10:50 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Mbappe can't rescue Real Madrid in CL loss to Lille; Aston Villa stun Bayern

It was Madrid's first loss in the competition since a 4-0 hammering by Manchester City in the 2023 semifinal return leg.

Lille's Tiago Santos and Ayyoub Bouaddi celebrate after the match(REUTERS)

Published on Oct 03, 2024 06:56 AM IST

AP |

Saudi Pro League faces shocking new low as star-studded match draws only 390 fan

The Saudi Pro League has come under criticism once again after a shockingly small attendance at one of its matches this weekend.

An empty stadium in Saudi Arabia from the Supercoppa Italia final held there in 2024. (Broadcast screengrab)

Published on Oct 02, 2024 02:00 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Dortmund scores 7 while Barcelona, Man City and Arsenal win in Champions League

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal outclassed his former team Paris Saint-Germain in a 2-0 win with Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka scoring in the first half

Dortmund's German forward #27 Karim Adeyemi celebrates with his team mates(AFP)

Published on Oct 02, 2024 08:00 AM IST

AP |

Ronaldo not thinking about being considered best or winning individual awards

Talking about his approach, Cristiano Ronaldo asserted that he has stopped thinking about being considered the best player or winning individual awards.

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring a goal.(REUTERS)

Published on Oct 01, 2024 07:23 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

France's World Cup winner Antoine Griezmann retires from international football

Antoine Griezmann won 137 caps, a figure beaten only by his former teammate Hugo Lloris (145) and 1998 World Cup winner Lilian Thuram (142).

Antoine Griezmann retires from international football.(AFP)

Published on Sep 30, 2024 05:20 PM IST

AFP |

‘No one can argue against Chhetri’s achievements; it’s history'

Former Manchester City footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips talks about Sunil Chhetri's monumental achievement that puts him in the same bracket as Messi & Ronaldo

Former Manchester City footballer was in Delhi as a part of the club's trophy parade tour. (Photo: Manoj Verma/HT)

Published on Sep 30, 2024 04:30 PM IST

BySamarth Goyal

Atletico grab last-gasp equaliser against Real in interrupted Madrid derby

Real are second in the standings on 18 points, three behind Barcelona and two ahead of Atletico in third after eight games.

Real Madrid's French midfielder #14 Aurelien Tchouameni and Atletico Madrid's Spanish defender #24 Robin Le Normand lie on the ground during the Spanish league football match between Club Atletico de Madrid and Real Madri(AFP)

Published on Sep 30, 2024 07:06 AM IST

Reuters |

Tottenham hammer 10-man Manchester United 3-0 as Ten Hag's position under threat

A third defeat in United's first six league games of the new campaign leaves the Red Devils down in 11th and time surely running out for their beleaguered boss.

Tottenham Hotspur's Dominic Solanke celebrates scoring their third goal with Cristian Romero, Pedro Porro and Dejan Kulusevski.(Reuters)

Published on Sep 30, 2024 12:01 AM IST

AFP |

Messi rolls back the clock, scores vintage second-half equaliser for Inter Miami

Lionel Messi scored a vintage second-half equaliser on Sunday, for Inter Miami.

Updated on Sep 29, 2024 04:26 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

‘Ronaldo probably…’: Ex-Manchester United manager makes Haaland comparison

A former Manchester United manager compared Cristiano Ronaldo to Erling Haaland.

A former player compared Erling Haaland and Cristiano Ronaldo.

Published on Sep 28, 2024 06:16 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Will Messi play in Argentina's October WC qualifiers? Martino drops big update

Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino had a Lionel Messi update for Argentina's Lionel Scaloni.

Lionel Messi in action for Argentina.(AP)

Published on Sep 28, 2024 04:58 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

'Ronaldo doesn't know how to play': Portuguese legend slammed by ex-Madrid star

The former Italian forward has said that Cristiano Ronaldo's only objective in his career has been to score goals and not play as part of a team.

Cristiano Ronaldo recently went past 900 goals for club and country(AFP)

Updated on Sep 26, 2024 12:07 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Man United stunned 1-1 by Dutch club Twente in revamped Europa League

Sam Lammers capitalised on a mistake by Christian Eriksen in the second half at Old Trafford and raced away to fire an equalizer for the Dutch underdog.

FC Twente's Mees Hilgers with teammates celebrate after the match (Action Images via Reuters)

Published on Sep 26, 2024 06:42 AM IST

AP |

About 60 Lazio fans detained with weapons ahead of Europa League game in Hamburg

Lazio said in a statement that the fans held overnight were banned from attending Wednesday’s game but that there were no arrests.

Published on Sep 25, 2024 08:46 PM IST

AP |

Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe suffers thigh injury, set to miss Atletico derby

Kylian Mbappe is also set to miss the visit to Lille in the Champions League next week and potentially October's Nations League matches.

Kylian Mbappe will miss around three weeks injured.(AFP)

Published on Sep 25, 2024 06:11 PM IST

AFP |

Raphael Varane, France's WC winner and ex-Real Madrid, Man Utd defender retires

Varane made 93 appearances for France from 2013-22, playing a key role in their victory at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

Published on Sep 25, 2024 02:51 PM IST

Reuters |

Man City win in League Cup two days after feisty Arsenal match

City manager Pep Guardiola won the League Cup four straight years with City from 2018, but said he isn’t going to take it seriously this season.

Manchester City's Belgian midfielder #11 Jeremy Doku (L) celebrates scoring the team's first goal during the English League Cup third round(AFP)

Published on Sep 25, 2024 06:35 AM IST

AP |

Manchester United stadium regeneration could add £7.3bn to British economy

United are considering whether to pursue a £2 billion plan for a brand new 100,000-seater stadium or redevelop the existing 74,000 capacity Old Trafford.

Published on Sep 24, 2024 07:30 AM IST

AFP |

Manchester City's Rodri 'out for season' after sustaining ACL injury

Rodri limped off during City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday after going down holding his right knee.

Manchester City's Rodri with manager Pep Guardiola.(REUTERS)

Published on Sep 23, 2024 11:05 PM IST

AFP |

French football legend drops massive Cristiano Ronaldo statement

Emmanuel Petit made a sensational Cristiano Ronaldo claim, and spoke about the Portugal star's ego.

Cristiano Ronaldo looks on during a match.(AFP)

Published on Sep 23, 2024 09:13 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen to undergo knee operation

The 32-year-old German international was stretchered off after falling awkwardly during his team's 5-1 victory over Villarreal on Sunday.

FC Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen to undergo a knee operation.(REUTERS)

Published on Sep 23, 2024 05:36 PM IST

AFP |

Lionel Messi to not retire at Inter Miami, decides on future transfer: Report

Lionel Messi has reportedly decided to join another club after his Inter Miami contract expires.

Lionel Messi during a MLS match.(Getty Images via AFP)

Published on Sep 23, 2024 05:23 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Barcelona extend perfect start in La Liga with 6th win but loses Ter Stegen

Barcelona routed host Villarreal 5-1 to pick up its sixth straight victory in the competition

Barcelona's Polish forward #09 Robert Lewandowski celebrates at the end of the Spanish league football match between Villarreal CF and FC Barcelona at La Ceramica stadium in Vila-real, on September 22(AFP)

Published on Sep 23, 2024 08:37 AM IST

AP |

Stones scores deep in injury time as Manchester City hold Arsenal to 2-2 draw

Premier League: A last gasp equaliser from John Stones saw Manchester City salvage a 2-2 draw vs Arsenal, on Sunday.

Published on Sep 22, 2024 11:30 PM IST

Reuters |

Diaz strikes twice and Liverpool go top, Man Utd play goalless draw at Palace

Arne Slot's side leads City on goal difference only and the defending champions need a draw at home to Arsenal in Sunday's big game to reclaim first place.

Luis Diaz (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal during the English Premier League football match between Liverpool and Bournemouth(AFP)

Published on Sep 22, 2024 07:27 AM IST

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Wins for Aston Villa, Lille and Benfica in Champions League buck trend of big victories for top clubs

MrBeast spoke about the prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo as the most-subscribed YouTube channel.

Mohammedan SC's Alexis Gomez, a 24-year-old Argentine forward, shares exclusive insights ahead of their match against Mohun Bagan Super Giant.

Lionel Messi once again hogged the spotlight as he broke the deadlock with a short chip, and then scored again with a brilliant 24-yard free kick.

Lionel Messi produced a brilliant free-kick goal, and ended with a brace as Inter Miami lifted the Supporters Shield.

It was Madrid's first loss in the competition since a 4-0 hammering by Manchester City in the 2023 semifinal return leg.

The Saudi Pro League has come under criticism once again after a shockingly small attendance at one of its matches this weekend.

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal outclassed his former team Paris Saint-Germain in a 2-0 win with Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka scoring in the first half

Talking about his approach, Cristiano Ronaldo asserted that he has stopped thinking about being considered the best player or winning individual awards.

Antoine Griezmann won 137 caps, a figure beaten only by his former teammate Hugo Lloris (145) and 1998 World Cup winner Lilian Thuram (142).

Former Manchester City footballer Shaun Wright-Phillips talks about Sunil Chhetri's monumental achievement that puts him in the same bracket as Messi & Ronaldo

Real are second in the standings on 18 points, three behind Barcelona and two ahead of Atletico in third after eight games.

A third defeat in United's first six league games of the new campaign leaves the Red Devils down in 11th and time surely running out for their beleaguered boss.

Lionel Messi scored a vintage second-half equaliser on Sunday, for Inter Miami.

A former Manchester United manager compared Cristiano Ronaldo to Erling Haaland.

Inter Miami head coach Tata Martino had a Lionel Messi update for Argentina's Lionel Scaloni.

The former Italian forward has said that Cristiano Ronaldo's only objective in his career has been to score goals and not play as part of a team.

Sam Lammers capitalised on a mistake by Christian Eriksen in the second half at Old Trafford and raced away to fire an equalizer for the Dutch underdog.

Lazio said in a statement that the fans held overnight were banned from attending Wednesday’s game but that there were no arrests.

Kylian Mbappe is also set to miss the visit to Lille in the Champions League next week and potentially October's Nations League matches.

Varane made 93 appearances for France from 2013-22, playing a key role in their victory at the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

City manager Pep Guardiola won the League Cup four straight years with City from 2018, but said he isn’t going to take it seriously this season.

United are considering whether to pursue a £2 billion plan for a brand new 100,000-seater stadium or redevelop the existing 74,000 capacity Old Trafford.

Rodri limped off during City's 2-2 draw against Arsenal in the Premier League on Sunday after going down holding his right knee.

Emmanuel Petit made a sensational Cristiano Ronaldo claim, and spoke about the Portugal star's ego.

The 32-year-old German international was stretchered off after falling awkwardly during his team's 5-1 victory over Villarreal on Sunday.

Lionel Messi has reportedly decided to join another club after his Inter Miami contract expires.

Barcelona routed host Villarreal 5-1 to pick up its sixth straight victory in the competition

Premier League: A last gasp equaliser from John Stones saw Manchester City salvage a 2-2 draw vs Arsenal, on Sunday.

Arne Slot's side leads City on goal difference only and the defending champions need a draw at home to Arsenal in Sunday's big game to reclaim first place.

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