Mehmedi strike earns Swiss valuable point
Paris, June 16 (IBNS) Switzerland edged closer to qualification for the last 16 of UEFA EURO 2016 with a gutsy draw at Parc des Princes, battling back from a goal down to share the Group A spoils thanks to a wonderful left-foot volley from Admir Mehmedi.
HamÅ¡Ãk's Slovakia one-two sends Russia reeling
Lille Métropole, June 15 (IBNS) Marek HamÅ¡Ãk set up the first and scored the second as Slovakia shook off their opening-day disappointment, and handed sluggish Russia a finishing lesson in Group B.
FC Pune City signs defender Rahul Bheke
Pune, June 15 (IBNS): FC Pune City on Wednesday announced it has signed Rahul Bheke in the squad for the upcoming ISL season.
India beat Zimbabwe by 10 wickets, complete whitewash
Harare, June 15 (IBNS): India dominated another match completely as they defeated Zimbabwe by 10 wickets to complete a series victory over the African side here on Wednesday.
Bravo aiming for repeat CPL delight with Trinbago Knight Riders
Port of Spain, June 15 (IBNS) West Indies World T20 champion Dwayne Bravo has issued a rallying cry to the Trinbago public to come out in numbers once more as reigning Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) champions Trinbago Knight Riders start their title defence at home against St. Lucia Zouks on Wednesday, 29 June.
AIFF Technical Director's visit to FC Metz
New Delhi, June 15 (IBNS) The All India Football Federation’s Technical Director Scott O’ Donell visited FC Metz to do the review of the 5 boys who have been training in FC Metz Academy for the past five to six weeks. Mr. O’ Donell spent significant time with the boys, their coaches and observing training sessions.
Ice-cool Iceland claim Portugal point
Saint-Etienne, June 15 (IBNS) Iceland held Portugal to a 1-1 draw in their first ever major finals appearance, frustrating their illustrious opponents to claim a memorable opening point in UEFA EURO 2016 Group F.
Slick Hungary surprise ten-man Austria
Bordeaux, June 15 (IBNS): Ãdám Szalai's cool finish propelled Hungary to victory in their first appearance in a major tournament for 30 years – and their first UEFA EURO finals game since 1972.
London, June 14 (IBNS): In a crucial encounter of the Champions Trophy hockey tournament , India defeated South Korea by 2-1 here on Tuesday.
Afridi keen to play KFC Big Bash League
Islamabad, June 14 (IBNS): Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has expressed his desire to play Australia's KFC Big Bash League.
Sanctions imposed on Russian Football Union
Nyon, June 14 (IBNS) The independent UEFA Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body (CEDB) has met in Paris to deal with the disciplinary proceedings opened against the Russian Football Union (RFS) following the incidents which occurred inside the Stade Vélodrome in Marseille at the UEFA EURO 2016 match against England on 11 June (1-1).
Moody hails growth of CPL and predicts bright chapter in Sunshine State
Port of Spain, June 14 (IBNS) Australian two-time ICC Cricket World Cup winner Tom Moody believes that this year’s Hero Caribbean Premier League (CPL) will be the most competitive yet and that the inclusion of a myriad of world-class players across all six teams will make it the biggest and best yet.
Impressive Italy leave Belgium floored
Lyon, June 14 (IBNS) Italy showed they remain a force to be reckoned with after starting their UEFA EURO 2016 Group E bid with an impressive 2-0 victory against highly rated Belgium.
Clark own goal salvages point for Sweden
Saint-Denis, June 14 (IBNS) The Republic of Ireland were denied victory in their UEFA EURO 2016 Group E opener after Ciaran Clark's own goal 19 minutes from time salvaged a point for Sweden at Stade de France.
Piqué pounces for late Spain win
Toulouse, June 13 (IBNS) Spain's bid for a third straight UEFA EURO title began with a dramatic Group D victory as Gerard Piqué's towering 87th-minute header ensured they found a way past the Czech Republic.