Author: WebDesk

The way penalties work in football may soon undergo a dramatic transformation. According to The Times (London) and The Sun, a proposal under discussion by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) could see penalty rebounds being completely removed from the game. If this rule comes into effect, strikers will no longer be allowed to attempt a follow-up shot after a penalty is saved or strikes the woodwork. Instead, once the penalty is taken, the outcome—goal or no goal—will be final. Play will resume with a goal kick if the ball doesn’t go in. The idea is gathering support from key…

Uzbekistan U20s 1 (Shakhnoza Dekanbaeva 37’) lost to India U20s 4 (Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam 28’, 85’, Sulanjana Raul 65’, Neha 71’) The India U20 women’s national team convincingly defeated Uzbekistan 4-1 in their second friendly match at the Do’stlik Stadium, in Tashkent, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The two sides were tied 1-1 at half-time. After holding the hosts to a 1-1 draw in the first friendly match, the Young Tigresses came back strongly, with Sibani Devi Nongmeikapam ((28’, 85’) netting two, and Sulanjana Raul (65’), and Neha (71’) scoring one each. Shakhnoza Dekanbaeva (37’) was the lone scorer for…

Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri has expressed deep concern over the uncertain state of the sport in the country, following the ongoing deadlock between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and Football Sports Development Limited (FSDL) regarding the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement (MRA). With FSDL putting the upcoming Indian Super League (ISL) season on hold and AIFF yet to respond formally, players and staff across clubs are left anxious about their future. Chhetri, who is currently in the final stages of his playing career, took to social media to share a heartfelt message that resonated across the football…

Cole Palmer had a dream final for Chelsea as he scored two goals and provided an assist in their 3-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 final. Palmer scored in the 22nd and 30th minutes and assisted Joao Pedro’s goal in the 43rd minute. Heading into the match, PSG were considered favourites, especially being the current UEFA Champions League winners and having defeated Inter Miami and Real Madrid in style on their way to the final. But Palmer stepped up in the big game, guiding Chelsea to the title. Palmer was named the Golden Ball…

Chelsea stunned UEFA Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) with a 3-0 win in the final of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. But the result was overshadowed by an ugly brawl between players after the final whistle. PSG coach Luis Enrique was seen trying to separate players during the chaos. However, a video clip went viral on social media, showing Enrique pushing Chelsea forward Joao Pedro to the ground. Tensions had already flared in the 86th minute, when PSG’s Joao Neves received a red card for pulling the hair of Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella. Things boiled over after the…

Emami East Bengal FC have officially announced the signing of Indian national team forward Edmund Lalrindika from Inter Kashi FC on a three-year contract for an undisclosed transfer fee. The 26-year-old attacker, who hails from Mizoram, will don the coveted jersey number 10 as he returns to the Red & Gold Brigade after a five-year hiatus. Edmund, a versatile forward capable of operating as a striker, winger, or attacking midfielder, previously featured for East Bengal during the 2019-20 I-League season, on loan from Bengaluru FC. He made a strong impression by providing an assist on his debut in the Kolkata…

The Indian Men’s Football Team has hit a new low, officially dropping to the 133rd position in the latest FIFA World Rankings — the nation’s worst standing in nine years. This decline follows consecutive defeats to Thailand in an international friendly and to Hong Kong in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers. India is now ranked 24th among 46 Asian nations. The Blue Tigers endured a winless 2024, a period that saw the sacking of head coach Igor Stimac and the appointment of Spaniard Manolo Marquez. However, Marquez’s tenure did little to reverse the team’s fortunes. Under his leadership, India managed…

Chelsea have secured their spot in the final of the ongoing FIFA Club World Cup 2025 after a commanding 2-0 victory over Brazilian side Fluminense in the semi-final. The player of the match was none other than Joao Pedro, the club’s latest signing, who scored both goals and made an instant impact just six days after joining the Blues from Brighton & Hove Albion. Facing his former club in such a high-stakes match was clearly an emotional moment for the Brazilian forward. Despite netting twice and propelling his new team into the final, Pedro refrained from celebrating too much out…

Emami East Bengal FC have secured the services of promising centre-back Martand Raina from Rajasthan United FC on a three-year contract. The 24-year-old defender, who impressed in the 2024-25 I-League season, will wear jersey number 16 for the Red & Gold Brigade. A towering presence at the back, Raina stood out for his consistency and attacking contributions in the I-League. He made 21 appearances last season, clocked 1,766 minutes, and netted four goals—becoming the highest-scoring centre-back in the competition. Welcoming Raina to the club, East Bengal’s Head of Football, Thangboi Singto, said, “Raina is a key addition to our squad…

Despite being one of the most consistent teams in the ILT20 since its inception, Desert Vipers are still chasing their elusive maiden title. With two finals in three seasons under their belt, the Vipers have certainly proven themselves as a strong unit in the league. However, silverware has so far remained out of reach. Last season, the Vipers fell short once again as they were defeated by the Dubai Capitals in a hard-fought final, losing by four wickets. As the countdown begins for the fourth season of the ILT20, there is renewed hope among the Vipers’ faithful that this year…