Football

Published on Feb 06, 2023 10:44 AM IST

Spurs produced a clinical show, which was led by their skipper Harry Kane, as they eked a crucial 1-0 win over defending champions Manchester City, an outcome that saw them move just one-point behind Newcastle United in the top four race.

Tottenham Hotspur produced a clinical show, which was led by their skipper Harry Kane, as they eked a crucial 1-0 win over defending champions Manchester City.(Reuters)

Kane's record-breaking goal seals Tottenham win over Man City in Premier League

Manchester City's bid to chop Arsenal's Premier League lead to two points was scuppered as Harry Kane's record-breaking goal earned Tottenham Hotspur a 1-0 win over the champions on Sunday.

Tottenham Hotspur players celebrate with Harry Kane after the match (REUTERS)

Published on Feb 06, 2023 09:22 AM IST

Reuters | , London

Marseille loses 3-1 to Nice, Monaco wins to keep pressure on PSG

Second-place Marseille saw its unbeaten run end as it lost 3-1 at home to Nice on Sunday to slip eight points behind French league leader Paris Saint-Germain.

Paris Saint-Germain's Achraf Hakimi, center, celebrates with Paris Saint-Germain's Lionel Messi, right, after scoring his team's first goal(AP)

Updated on Feb 06, 2023 09:08 AM IST

AP | , Paris

Tottenham vs Manchester City, Premier League Live Streaming: When and Where

Tottenham vs Manchester City, Premier League Live Streaming: All you need to know about live streaming details, match timing and venue.

Published on Feb 05, 2023 06:16 PM IST

Watch: Casemiro ‘chokes’ opponent as brawl breaks out during United vs Palace

The course of action started on the right flank in the 70th minute as Palace's Jeffrey Schlupp pushed United winger Antony off the pitch, thus igniting a scuffle among players from both sides.

Players broke into a brawl during Manchester United's tie against Crystal Palace in Premier League(Twitter)

Published on Feb 05, 2023 12:42 PM IST

Lionel Messi's goal helps PSG beat Toulouse 2-1

Messi struck with a typical curling strike in the 57th minute following a move with Morocco right back Achraf Hakimi, who drew PSG level late in the first half after free kick specialist Branco van den Boomen put Toulouse ahead in the 20th.

PSG's Lionel Messi, right, kicks the ball next to Toulouse's Anthony Rouault during the French League One soccer match between Paris Saint-Germain and Toulouse, at the Parc des Princes, in Paris, France, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. AP/PTI(AP02_05_2023_000005A)(AP)

Published on Feb 05, 2023 10:25 AM IST

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Everton stun Arsenal, Liverpool's troubles deepen with loss to Wolves

Table-topping Arsenal paid the price as Dyche immediately made his presence felt and defender James Tarkowski sealed a shock 1-0 win.

Published on Feb 05, 2023 07:15 AM IST

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Marcus Rashford fires Man Utd to 2-1 win over Palace, Casemiro sees red

The in-form Rashford was not to be denied and he made it 2-0 in the 62nd minute with a simple finish after a move that featured some superb short passing as United looked set to cruise to victory.

Referee Andre Marriner shows a red card to Manchester United's Casemiro, right, during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Crystal Palace, at the Old Trafford stadium in Manchester, England, Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. (AP)

Published on Feb 04, 2023 11:54 PM IST

Reuters |

Leaders Arsenal sunk by James Tarkowski header at Sean Dyche's Everton

The defeat left Arsenal with a five-point lead over second-placed Manchester City, who visit Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, with the top two having both now played 20 games.

Everton's James Tarkowski celebrates scoring their first goal with Conor Coady and Seamus Coleman (REUTERS)

Published on Feb 04, 2023 11:42 PM IST

Reuters |

Cristiano Ronaldo finally scores his first goal for Al-Nassr - Watch

Cristiano Ronaldo opened his account in Saudi Arabia by converting a last-gasp penalty to secure a 2-2 draw for Al-Nassr against Al Fateh in the Saudi Pro League.

Cristiano Ronaldo runs with the ball after scoring(AFP)

Published on Feb 04, 2023 10:06 AM IST

Same old problems for new-look Chelsea in draw with Fulham

With only 22 goals scored in 21 Premier League games so far this season, coach Graham Potter has yet to find a way to turn the wealth of talent in his huge squad into a winning machine.

Chelsea players in action(Action Images via Reuters)

Published on Feb 04, 2023 07:17 AM IST

Reuters |

'Both deserve to be in Champions League': Xavi talks Man Utd clash, Erik Ten Hag

Xavi feels both, Barcelona and Manchester United are at a similar stage in their 'revival' as the two clubs meet in the Europa League later this month

Published on Feb 03, 2023 06:56 PM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, New Delhi

Juventus beat Lazio to reach Italian Cup semi-finals

Gleison Bremer headed home the decisive goal a minute before half-time when he beat Lazio goalkeeper Luis Maximiano to Filip Kostic's cross. The Brazilian's second goal of the season won a tight contest in Turin.

Published on Feb 03, 2023 09:19 AM IST

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Lionel Messi open to playing in 2026 World Cup

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni would love to see the superstar -- who is one of only six players to compete in five World Cups -- suit up for the next World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Published on Feb 03, 2023 09:17 AM IST

Reuters |

Napoli eye a first since Diego Maradona

Argentina are world champions and Napoli have beaten Juventus 5-1. Just like it was in 1986-87 and 89-90 when they won their only league titles

Napoli beat Juventus 5-1 this term with Osimhen and Kvaratskhelia, who leads the league’s assists tally, running rings around a team that won nine Serie A titles between 2011-12 and 2019-20.(AP)

Updated on Feb 02, 2023 10:57 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

Kylian Mbappe to miss Champions League clash with Bayern Munich due to injury

The 24-year-old limped off during the first half of PSG's 3-1 win at Montpellier on Wednesday.

Published on Feb 02, 2023 10:38 PM IST

Reuters |

Juventus vs Lazio, Italian Cup quarter-final Live Streaming: When and Where

Juventus vs Lazio, Coppa Italia quarter-final Live Streaming: All you need to know about live streaming details, match timing and venue.

Juventus will face off against Lazio in the quarter-final of Coppa Italia on Friday early morning as per Indian Standard Time.(AP)

Updated on Feb 02, 2023 09:03 PM IST

Charges of attempted rape dropped against Mason Greenwood

Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood has had all criminal charges against him dropped, police and prosecutors said on Thursday.

Manchester United's Mason Greenwood leaves the Manchester Magistrates court in Manchester, Britain, November 21, 2022(REUTERS)

Updated on Feb 02, 2023 08:53 PM IST

Reuters |

Real Madrid vs Valencia La Liga match Live Streaming: When and Where to watch

Real Madrid vs Valencia, La Liga: All you need to know about live streaming details, match timing and venue.

Updated on Feb 02, 2023 09:08 PM IST

France defender Raphael Varane retires from international football

The 29-year-old, who has 93 caps after making his debut in 2013, and also helped Didier Deschamps's side win the UEFA Nations League in the 2020-21 season.

Published on Feb 02, 2023 06:20 PM IST

Reuters |

Messi scores as PSG moves 5 points clear but Mbappe injured

Mbappe went down clutching his leg just under the right knee and limped off in the 21st minute — having earlier missed a twice-taken penalty and blazed the rebound over an open goal on his second effort.

Published on Feb 02, 2023 10:41 AM IST

AP |

Lewandowski scores, Barcelona beat Betis to reach 50-point mark

Lewandowski ended his scoring drought in the league to help Barcelona defeat Real Betis 2-1 and increase its lead over Real Madrid on Wednesday.

Published on Feb 02, 2023 10:37 AM IST

AP |

Martial, Fred strike as Manchester United ease past Forest into League Cup final

January signing Wout Weghorst almost followed his goal in the first leg with another in an opening period of few clear-cut chances, heading a pinpoint Casemiro cross against the post at Old Trafford.

Manchester United's Anthony Martial celebrates scoring their first goal with Marcus Rashford (REUTERS)

Published on Feb 02, 2023 07:25 AM IST

Reuters |

‘For me there’s nothing left’: Lionel Messi drops massive retirement hint

Having won the FIFA World Cup last year, Lionel Messi gave a subtle retirement hint about his future and it could surprise fans.

Lionel Messi celebrates a goal during FIFA World Cup 2022.(AP)

Published on Feb 01, 2023 04:06 PM IST

Chelsea sign Enzo Fernandez for British record fee; Sabitzer joins Man Utd

Chelsea have completed the British record 105 million pounds ($129.18 million) signing of Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez, Portuguese club Benfica confirmed on Wednesday.

Published on Feb 01, 2023 07:15 AM IST

AP |

Valencia sacks coach Gennaro Gattuso for poor results

Valencia said in a statement it reached a mutual agreement with Gattuso to end their contract. They did not announce a replacement for Gattuso.

Valencia's head coach Gennaro Gattuso reacts during a semi-final of the Spanish Super Cup between Real Madrid and Valencia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2023. (AP Photo/Hussein Malla)(AP)

Published on Jan 31, 2023 08:13 AM IST

AP |

West Ham set up Man United tie by beating Derby

David Moyes' side saw out the victory without conceding many chances, recording back-to-back wins for the first time since October, and Bowen said he hoped the win would boost his side, who are 16th in the table, one point above the relegation zone.

West Ham United's English midfielder Michail Antonio (2R) celebrates scoring the team's second goal during the English FA Cup fourth round football match vs Derby County(AFP)

Published on Jan 31, 2023 08:11 AM IST

Reuters |

Explained: Why Bayern Munich-bound Joao Cancelo is leaving Man City

Portuguese defender Joao Cancelo is all set to join Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich from Manchester City on loan.

Published on Jan 30, 2023 10:44 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk, New Delhi

‘Ronaldo will move to…’: Al Nassr head coach gives massive transfer update

Al Nassr head coach Rudi Garcia gave a massive transfer update on Cristiano Ronaldo and his future in football.

Al Nassr's Cristiano Ronaldo in action.(REUTERS)

Published on Jan 30, 2023 01:33 PM IST

Brighton strike late to knock holders Liverpool out of FA Cup

Holders Liverpool were knocked out of the FA Cup after losing 2-1 at Brighton & Hove Albion in the fourth round on Sunday as Kaoru Mitoma struck a late winner.

Published on Jan 30, 2023 01:10 PM IST

Reuters | , Brighton