Dhaka, 14 January 2026 — With exactly 148 days remaining until the kickoff of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the iconic golden trophy is set to make a brief, one-day visit to Dhaka today. Part of the global “FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola”, the trophy will arrive at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport this […]

Cristiano Ronaldo – a name that resonates across the footballing world – continues to defy the conventional limits of age in sport. While most professional footballers contemplate retirement, coaching, or punditry by their 40th year, the Portuguese superstar seems only to be entering a new chapter of his remarkable career. As the countdown to the […]

The pressure had been mounting with each passing defeat. Tensions simmered quietly in the dressing room for weeks, as key players seemed increasingly out of sync with the management. Ultimately, the departure of former head coach Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid’s dugout appeared inevitable. Yesterday, the Spanish giants formally ended their brief collaboration with their […]

In a stunning French Cup upset, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) were eliminated by their lowly city neighbours, Paris FC, losing 1-0 in the round of 32. The match, played at PSG’s own Parc des Princes, saw the defending champions bow out to a side with little history of success, in a game defined by discipline, resilience, […]

Amid ongoing sporting tensions between Bangladesh and India, the Bangladesh Football Federation (BFF) has expressed its intention to host this year’s South Asian Football (SAF) Championship. BFF President Tabith Awal confirmed that the tournament could take place in September, marking a significant step for South Asian football in the region. For the first time, the […]

Tehran, 13 January 2026 – The death toll from the violent crackdown on anti-government protests in Iran has risen to at least 648, according to Norway-based human rights organisation Iran Human Rights (IHRNGO). The group confirmed the fatalities on Monday, marking the sixteenth consecutive day of intense demonstrations across the country. Among the deceased are […]