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AFC Cup 2023-24: Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings Highlights | Mohun Bagan stays at the top after playing a 2-2 draw against Basundhara in Odisha

Mohun Bagan Super Giant's 7-match winning streak comes to an end after they drew 2-2 against Basundhara Kings during the AFC Cup 2023-24 Group Stage clash.

Oct 24, 2023, 12:52 PM1 min read

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Oct 24, 2023, 6:01 PM

AFC Cup 2023-24: MBSG (2) vs BK (2) | Full-time

The full-time whistle blows at the Kalinga Stadium. Nothing to separate Mohun Bagan and Bashundhara Kings as the match ends 2-2. After 1-1 at the break, Asish Rai gave the Mariners their lead back, but then Rai himself gifted a penalty and Robinho scored from the spot. Mohun Bagan stays top of their AFC Cup Group, but their 7 games winning streak comes to an end.

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Oct 24, 2023, 5:59 PM

Corner for MBSG | 90+7'

Nothing comes out from the corner. MBSG has to find a way now as there is almost no time left.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:55 PM

Change for MBSG | 90+4'

Anwar Ali is forced out of the pitch due to an injury to his right hamstring. Hnamte replaces him.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:52 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | 90'

Six minutes of additional time

Oct 24, 2023, 5:49 PM

Things are not going as Ferrando wanted | 88'

Juan Ferrando and Bishwanath Ghosh argue over a throw-in call. Bishwanath Ghosh is down by Anirudh Thapa.

The Mohun Bagan player and the coach Juan Ferrando got a yellow card.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:45 PM

Free Kick for Basundhara | 84'

Anirudh Thapa brings down Robinho. Bashundhara Kings have a chance to score from the spot.

85': Absolute disappointment as the ball didn't even go past the wall.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:43 PM

2 substitutions from MBSG | 79'

Subhasish Bose, Anirudh Thapa: In; Asish Rai, Glan Martins: Out

Oct 24, 2023, 5:37 PM

Petratos missed the Free kick opportunity | 73'

Petratos goes direct from the free kick. The ball flies just wide.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:32 PM

Goalllll!!!.. for Basundhara Kings | 2-2 | Robinho equalizes | 70'

A clinical finish from Robinho. Mohun Bagan have once again lost their lead. Vishal goes the correct way but the ball has too much power. Asish scored and then gifted one back to the opponents.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:30 PM

Penalty for Basundhara Kings | 69'

Asish Rai trips Robinho on the left side of the box and the referee points to the spot.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:28 PM

Mohun Bagan survived | 67'

Vishal dives to his left to deny Dorielton. A brilliant strike from Dori and it would have been a goal.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:22 PM

Substitution for MBSG | 62'

Sadiku: In; Cummings: Out

Oct 24, 2023, 5:20 PM

Foul on Basundhara Kings' player | 59'

Glan Martins commits a foul on Robinho

Oct 24, 2023, 5:16 PM

Goalllll!!!.. for Mohun Bagan | 2-1 | Asish Rai restores the lead back | 54'

Ashish Rai scores the goal and Mohun Bagan have got their lead back. Glan Martins intercepted the ball and started the move while Petratos got the assist for Rai's goal.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:14 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | 53'

Cummings receives the ball in the box but the striker has his back to the goal. The defenders didn't allow him to turn and take a shot.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:11 PM

Off the bar again | Almost 1-2 for Basundhara | 49'

Dorielton hits the post. He almost scored again.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:09 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (1) vs Basundhara Kings (1) | 2nd Half Kick-off

Bashundhara Kings have changed their kit. The players were wearing grey jerseys earlier. They have changed it to bright red now.

Oct 24, 2023, 5:05 PM

2nd half starts soon

The players are appearing in the field and the 2nd half is all set to start soon.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:53 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant (1) vs Basundhara Kings (1) | Half-time

The first half ends here. Mohun Bagan Super Giant has been the better side in terms of chances but Bashundhara Kings has ensured that the scores are level at the break. 

Oct 24, 2023, 4:49 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | 45'

Three minutes of added time in the first half.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:45 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | 41'

Cummings gets to the ball which was cleared by Vishal a second ago but he loses it as the King's defenders didn't give him space.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:41 PM

End-to-end stuff at the Kalinga Stadium | 38'

Both teams want to take the lead before half-time.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:38 PM

Off the bar | Almost 1-2 for Basundhara | 35'

A brilliant strike from Robinho and it would have been a world-class goal. He hits the bar instead.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:36 PM

Goalllll!!!.. for Basundhara Kings | 1-1 | Dorielton equalizes | 33'

Dorielton makes his run around Anwar Ali and Robinho makes a threaded pass. A simple one-on-one finish for the striker and it is back to level terms at the Kalinga Stadium.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:36 PM

Almost 2-0 | 32'

Sahal with a cross into the box and Biswanath Ghosh's was nearly going into his net.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:32 PM

Goalllll!!!.. for Mohun Bagan | 1-0 | Petratos strikes | 29'

A superb run from Hugo and he found Cummings, who provided a brilliant pass for Petratos and he buried it. MBSG earned that goal.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:29 PM

Almost a goal for Mohun Bagan but Corner | 27'

Brendan Hammill's pass was almost converted by Hector Yuste, but a block saved the visitors. MBSG gets a corner.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:26 PM

Foul on Yuste | 23'

Poor foul by a Bashundhara player on Hector Yuste. MBSG gets a free kick.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:22 PM

The Goal is disallowed | 20'

Liston Colaco finds the net but the assistant has his flag up. But Colaco is onside in the replay. Controversial decision from the referee. This should have been a goal.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:21 PM

Nothing from the corner | 17'

Wasted opportunity. The ball is too long as the MBSG defenders clear it comfortably.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:18 PM

Corner for Bashundhara Kings | 16'

Gafurov sent a long ball from the left wing but it was cleared away by Yuste.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:14 PM

Corner for Mohun Bagan | 12'

Excellent defending by the Uzbekistan defender of Bashundhara to keep Cummings' delivery away.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:13 PM

Foul on Sahal | 10'

Sahal is fouled. Mohun Bagan regained the possession.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:08 PM

Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | 5'

Asish Rai sends in the first cross for Mohun Bagan, but it goes off-target.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:06 PM

Foul on Basundhara King' player | 2'

Hamill commits a foul on Ferreira.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:03 PM

AFC Cup 2023-24: Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings | Kick Off

The match starts at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar.

Oct 24, 2023, 4:03 PM

The game is all set to start

The players are coming out of the tunnel.

Oct 24, 2023, 3:47 PM

The match is all set to start in 12 minutes

Oct 24, 2023, 3:38 PM

Basundhara Kings Starting XI:

Miguel, Dorielton, Robson da Silva (C), Bishwanath Ghosh, Rakib Hossain, Md Saad Uddin, Tariq Raihan Kazi, Charles, Boburbek Yuldashov, Mehdi Hasan Srabon, Asror Gafurov

Oct 24, 2023, 3:22 PM

Mohun Bagan Starting XI:

Oct 24, 2023, 1:04 PM

Match Details:

  • Date: 24th October, 2023 (Tuesday)

  • Venue: Kalinga Stadium, Odisha

  • Time: 9:30 pm (IST)

  • Live Streaming: Sports 18 & Fancode

Oct 24, 2023, 1:04 PM

AFC Cup 2023-24: Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Basundhara Kings - Live Blog

Group D Points Table

(Matches Played - Wins - Points - Goal Difference)

1. Mohun Bagan: 2-2-6-5

2. Odisha FC: 3-1-3-0

3. Bashundhra Kings: 2-1-3-(-)1

4. Maziya: 2-1-3-(-)4

Oct 24, 2023, 12:45 PM

AFC Cup 2023-24: Mohun Bagan vs Basundhara - Match Report

Mohun Bagan and Basundhara played a 2-2 draw during their third match of Group D at the Kalinga Stadium, Odisha. Nothing could separate the sides after Basundha skipper Robinho scored from the penalty spot to provide his side the equalizer.

The Mariners started well and kept possession for most of the time. They got their reward in the 20th minute when Colacio buried it home but the goal was instantly disallowed by the referee. The replay clearly showed that Colacio was onside. Mohun Bagan should have been 1-0 up by then but they didn't have to wait longer.

A superb run from Hugo and he found Cummings, who provided a brilliant pass for Petratos who made no mistake in providing the lead to the Mariners.

Basundhara soon responded by returning the goal. Dorielton made his run around Anwar Ali and Robinho provided a threaded pass. A simple one-on-one finish for the striker and the scores became level.

Also Read: AFC Cup 2023 | Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Bashundhara Kings: Free Entry For Fans at Kalinga Stadium

The second half started with the same intensity and soon MBSG found themselves ahead of their opponents. Asish Rai provided the lead in the 54th minute. Glan Martins intercepted the ball and started the move while Petratos got the assist for Rai's goal.

But Asish Rai then conceded a penalty and the Basundhara skipper Robinho scored from the spot. He scored the equalizer which was enough to hold MBSG on level terms. BK ended the Mariner's 7-match winning streak although they are still at the top of Group D in the AFC Cup 2023-24.

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Youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals

Discover the PSG phenoms Senny Mayulu and Desire Doue, who etched their names in the history of youngest goalscorers in Champions League finals after scoring against Inter Milan to win their first UCL title.

Jun 2, 2025, 11:25 AM3 min read

Youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com

The UEFA Champions League final represents the pinnacle of Europeam Club football, a stage where heroes are crowned. For any player, scoring in this momentous match is a big achivement, and for a few, that moment comes at an astonishingly young age!

Dive into the list of 5 youngest goalscorers in Champions League finals, with the spotlight on recent additions of Paris Saint-Germain's Mayulu and Doue, who have etched their names on this exclusive list.

5. Lars Ricken (20 years 322 days) | 1997

Lars Ricken is one of the Youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com
Lars Ricken scoring a goal against Juventus in 1997 Champions League finals. Image | Bundesliga

In 1997, Borussia Dortmund's local boy, Lars Ricken etched his name into Champions League final history with a goal against Juventus. Coming on as a substitute, he took just 16 seconds to score the goal after entering the pitch!

At just 20 years and 322 days old, his impactful goal helped Dortmund secure a 3-1 victory, and it still remains one of the most iconic moments in UCL finals history.

4. Desire Doue (19 years 362 days) | 2025

Desire Doue is one of the Youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com
Desire Doue celebrates after scoring a brilliant goal against Inter Milan in 2025 Champions League finals. Image | Instagram

The 2025 UEFA Champions League final saw a remarkably young talent make his mark on field. Desire Doue added his name in this list of youngest goalscorers with scoring twice (20' , 63') in the finals against Inter Milan.

He scored the second and third goal of the match, which significantly gave PSG a boost in this high-stakes match. His attacking style and dominant gameplay at just 19 years and 362 days of age, was great to watch.

Doue's name will be forever treasured in the books of PSG's success in UEFA Champions League.

Read Also: Most Champions League titles won by Football Clubs

3. Carlos Alberto (19 years 167 days) | 2004

Carlos Alberto is one of the Youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com
Carlos Alberto celebrates his goal in the 2004 Champions League finals. Image | Instagram

Carlos Alberto of FC Porto scored a stunning goal in the 2004 Champions League finals at the age of 19 years and 167 days. He scored the first goal of the match, which eventually led to a victory of 3-0 against AS Monaco FC.

He delivered a memorable moment for the team and became the key figure in Porto's surprising triumph, that too, for their second UCL title.

2. Senny Mayulu (19 years 14 days) | 2025

Senny Mayulu is one of the youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com
Senny Mayulu celebrates after scoring a goal for PSG in 2025 Champions League. Image | BBC

In the electrifying final of 2025 Champions League, PSG got another young talent who didn't just play; he made history. Senny Mayulu, at just 19 years and 14 days old, became the second-youngest goalscorer ever in the Champions League final.

Mayulu scored the final goal in their 5-0 victory against Inter Milan, and his strike in a match of such immense pressure solidified his status as an emerging player for the Parisian giants.

Read Also: Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles

1. Patrick Kluivert (18 years 327 days) | 1995

Patrick Kluivert is the youngest Goalscorers in Champions League finals | sportzpoint.com
Patrick Kluivert celebrates his 1995 Champions League final goal for Ajax. Image | Instagram

Topping the list as the youngest goalscorer in Champions League final is Patrick Kluivert. In 1995 final, playing for Ajax, he scored the decisive goal in the 85th minute, securing a 1-0 victory against AC Milan.

At just 18 years and 327 days of age, his crucial finish brought Ajax's fifth UCL title home, and established him as an iconic talent who made history in European football's grandest stage.

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Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles

After Luis Enrique became only the sixth football manager to win the Champions League with different clubs, we present you with some interesting football facts about managers with the most UCL titles in their careers.

Jun 1, 2025, 11:35 AM5 min read

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles | sportzpoint.com

In Europe, the Champions League is seen as the most demanding title among players, managers, and clubs from all over Europe. The Giant clubs compete for this specific trophy every year, with the prestige and financial rewards received from the tournament being among the biggest in club football.

Achieving success in this competition is usually seen by most players and managers as the benchmark of club-level achievement in Europe. For many managers, winning the Champions League is the ultimate goal.

Some managers, however, have managed to win the competition multiple times, some with multiple teams as well. Without further due, here are the interesting football facts of the five managers with the most Champions League titles.

Read Also: Barcelona 2008/09 vs Man City 2022/23 - which Pep Guardiola treble team is better?

Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles 

Pep Guardiola | 3 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles - Pep Guardiola - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Many regard Pep Guardiola as the greatest manager of his generation due to his success with all the clubs he has managed. The Spanish manager has won the competition thrice in his managerial career, two times with FC Barcelona and once with Manchester City.

Guardiola won his first Champions League title in his first season in charge of Barcelona, with his side defeating Manchester United 2-0 in 2008-09 as part of their first-ever treble. The former Barcelona midfielder was 38 years old at the time, making him the youngest manager to win the competition to date.

He won his second title two years later in the 2010-11 season, defeating the same opponent 3-1 in the final. Lionel Messi was the star of both triumphs, scoring both times.

Then he managed Bayern but wasn't able to bring any Champions League titles to the German Club. Finally, his 12-year wait came to an end when Manchester City defeated Inter Milan 1-0 in the Final of the UCL 2022-23 season.

Read Also | European treble winners in men's football history

Zinedine Zidane | 3 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Zinedine Zidane - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Zinedine Zidane led Real Madrid in its most dominant period of the 21st century. The Frenchman won three titles with Los Blancos in three years in charge of the club.

Zidane won his first title just four months after he replaced Rafael Benitez as manager of Real Madrid. He led the side to defeat Atletico Madrid on penalties in the 2015-16 final.

The next season, Real Madrid defeated Juventus 4-1 in the final for their 12th crown.

Zidane led Real Madrid to a 3-1 win over Liverpool in the 2017-18 final. The Frenchman is the only manager in history to win the competition three consecutive times. He is also the first and only French manager to win the competition to date.

Bob Paisley | 3 European Cups

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Bob Paisley - 3 titles - sportzpoint.com

Bob Paisley was a Liverpool soccer player, manager, and administrator for almost 50 years

No football manager demonstrated the art of leading quietly and without ego more than Bob Paisley. He won twenty trophies in nine years for Liverpool Football Club between 1974 and 1983.

He brought 3 European Cups, six League Championships (including three in a row in 1981, 1982, and 1983), three League Cups, 6 Charity Shields, one UEFA Cup, and the UEFA Super Cup.

Paisley is the only British manager to win the European Cup three times. Bob is now regarded as one of the best soccer managers of all time.

Carlo Ancelotti | 5 Champions League titles

Football Facts: Managers with most UCL titles - Carlo Ancelotti - 5 titles - sportzpoint.com

Carlo Ancelotti is one of football's managerial greats of the 21st century. The Italian manager has won five Champions League titles in his time as a manager, having also won the competition twice as a player.

Ancelotti won his first Champions League title in the 2002-03 season with AC Milan as his side defeated Juventus on penalties in the final. He won his second title in the 2006-07 season as AC Milan defeated Liverpool 2-1.

Ancelotti won his third title with Real Madrid in the 2013-14 season after his side defeated Atlético Madrid 4-1. His fourth title came in the 2021-22 season with Real Madrid once again after a 1-0 victory over Liverpool.

He completed his fifth win in the Champions League as a manager in the 2023-24 season when Real Madrid defeated Borussia Dortmund by 2-0 in the final.

The Italian manager is also the only manager to win all of Europe's top five leagues.

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Football Facts: Managers with the most UCL titles (Top Ten)

Managers No. of title wins Clubs Years won
Carlo Ancelotti 5 AC Milan, Real Madrid 2003, 2007, 2014, 2022,2024
Bob Paisley 3 Liverpool 1977, 1978, 1981
Pep Guardiola 3 Barcelona, Manchester City 2009, 2011, 2023
Zinedine Zidane 3 Real Madrid 2016, 2017, 2018
Sir Alex Ferguson 2 Manchester United 1999,2008
Jose Villalonga 2 Real Madrid 1956, 1957
Luis Carniglia 2 Real Madrid 1958, 1959
Bella Guttmann 2 Benfica 1961, 1962
Helenio Herrera 2 Inter Milan 1964, 1965
Nereo Rocco 2 AC Milan 1963, 1969
Luis Enrique 2 FC Barcelona, PSG 2015, 2025
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They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC

From domestic league titles to European glory, they have won it all. With the recent addition of the UEFA Conference League 2025 to complete their historic collection; here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC for you to explore!

May 29, 2025, 3:11 PM3 min read

They have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com

In the world of football, few clubs stand out like Chelsea FC. Their trophy cabinet tells a story of incredible success, proving that they have truly won it all!

With their recent UEFA Conference League 4-1 victory over Real Betis, Chelsea completed a historic sweep of all major UEFA titles.

Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC that defines their successful journey in the football world. Take a look.

European Royalty: Conquering the Continent

Chelsea won the UEFA champions league 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the trophy of UEFA Champions League 2021 after their 1-0 victory over Manchester City in the final. Image | Twitter

Chelsea have battled across the continent's most prestigious stages and won every major UEFA club trophy, a feat few clubs can claim.

Their crowning achivements including 2 UEFA Champions League titles, notable defeating Bayern Munich [1-1 (4-3 pens)] in 2012 and Manchester City (1-0) in 2021.

Beyond the Champions League, Chelsea also lifted the UEFA Europa League twice (2013, 2019), and the now-defunct UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1971, famously against Real Madrid in the replay, and also in 1998.

Additionally, two UEFA Super Cup victories (1998, 2021) further highlight their continental dominance.

The collection was completed with their 2025 UEFA Conference League triumph, where Chelsea FC beat Real Betis 4-1 in the final.

The domestic dominance of Chelsea FC

Chelsea won the FA Cup in 1997 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea lifting their second FA Cup title in 1997 after defeating Middlesbrough (2-1) in the final. Image | Facebook

Beyond their European conquests, they have also established as masters of England by securing highest domestic honors.

The Blues clinched the First Division/Premier League title and impress six times (1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017) along with eight FA Cup victories (1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018). This makes them the competition's most successful team.

Their domestic dominance also extends to League Cup, which they have won five times in the following years: 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015.

Completing the Set: Global and Historic Honors

Chelsea FC won the FIFA Club World Cup in 2021 and they have won it all: Here is trophy cabinet of Chelsea FC | sportzpoint.com
Chelsea FC lifting the FIFA Club World Cup trophy after their 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in 2021. Image | Wikipedia

Chelsea's trophy cabinet truly lives upto the "won it all" status by having a collection of unique, historical, and global titles.

The FIFA Club World Cup win over Palmeiras (2-1) in 2021, made them only London club to win the Champions League as well as FIFA Club WC.

Further adding to their phenomenal collection are four Charity/Community Shield triumphs (1955, 2000, 2005, 2009), which mark their traditional early-season dominance.

As we move down to the final count, Chelsea also holds two Full Members' Club Victories (1986, 1990).

A look at Chelsea's Trophy Cabinet:

Competition  Total Years
UEFA Champions League  2 2012, 2021
First Division/Premier League 6 1955, 2005, 2006, 2010, 2015, 2017
FA Cup 8 1970, 1997, 2000, 2007, 2009, 2010, 2012, 2018
League Cup 5 1965, 1998, 2005, 2007, 2015
UEFA Europa League  2 2013, 2019
UEFA Cup Winners' Cup 2 1971, 1978
UEFA Conference League 1 2025
FIFA Club World Cup 1 2021
UEFA Super Cup  2 1998, 2021
Charity/Community Shield 4 1955, 2000, 2005, 2009
Full Members' Club 2 1986, 1990

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Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly. Get the full list and updates of this key preparatory match for the AFC Asian Cup qualifiers.

May 28, 2025, 8:47 AM2 min read

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Indian football team travelling squad for Thailand friendly

Head coach Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly on May 28, 2025. All the 28 players, who are currently a part of the ongoing camp in Kolkata, will travel to Thailand for the FIFA friendly for the June 4 fixture.

With a crucial AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round on the horizon, the Indian Men's National Football Team is gearing up for a significant test. The squad will leave for Thailand on Wednesday evening for their friendly on June 4, at the Thammasat Stadium in Pathum Thani at 18:00 IST.

Subsequently, the team will depart for Hong Kong on the next day (June 5) for the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifiers Final Round fixture.

Kolkata: The Blue Tigers' pre-Thailand training hub

Manolo Márquez announces 28-member Blue Tigers travelling squad for Thailand friendly | sportzpoint.com
Sunil Chhetri along with the other squad members in Day 2 of training camp in Kolkata. Image | Facebook

The Blue Tigers' intensive training camp kicked off in Kolkata on May 19. The men in Blue underwent six full days of structured training and gym sessions. These were focused on refining patterns, defensive organisation, attacking transitions, and all other crucial elements for the gameplay.

A highlight of the camp was the inclusion of two practice matches:

  • On May 26, the Blue Tigers faced Santosh Trophy Champions Bengal, securing a 2-1 victory. (goal scorers: Brandon Fernandes and Ashique Kuruniyan)
  • On May 27, they faced North 24 Parganas, securing a 3-0 victory. (goal scorers: Sunil Chhetri, Chinglensana Singh Konsham and Udanta Singh Kumam)

Blue Tigers’ 28-member squad for the FIFA Friendly against Thailand

Goalkeepers: Hrithik Tiwari, Vishal Kaith, Gurmeet Singh, Amrinder Singh.

Defenders: Naorem Roshan Singh, Rahul Bheke, Chinglensana Singh Konsham, Anwar Ali, Boris Singh Thangjam, Sandesh Jhingan, Asish Rai, Subhasish Bose, Mehtab Singh, Abhishek Singh Tekcham.

Midfielders: Suresh Singh Wangjam, Mahesh Singh Naorem, Ayush Dev Chhetri, Udanta Singh Kumam, Lalengmawia Ralte, Liston Colaco, Ashique Kuruniyan, Brandon Fernandes, Nikhil Prabhu.

Forwards: Sunil Chhetri, Edmund Lalrindika, Manvir Singh, Suhail Ahmad Bhat, Lallianzuala Chhangte.

Head Coach: Manolo Márquez

Assistant Coach: Mahesh Gawali

Assistant Coach: Benito Montalvo

Goalkeeper Coach: Marc Gamon

Strength and Conditioning Coach: José Carlos Barroso

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Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United

Rahul KP, the Indian winger, will play for English Premier League club West Ham United in The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.

May 24, 2025, 6:20 AM2 min read

Indian Football: Rahul KP creates history, signs for West Ham United | sportzpoint.com

In a groundbreaking moment for Indian football, Rahul KP, the dynamic winger of Odisha FC, has been extended a prestigious invitation to represent English Premier League powerhouse West Ham United in the highly anticipated summer edition of The Soccer Tournament (TST), an elite 7 v 7 football competition featuring 48 teams from across the globe.

This is the first time in Indian football history that an Indian player will represent a top-division English Premier League club men’s team. This is a monumental achievement not only for Rahul's burgeoning career and Odisha FC but also for the continued growth and recognition of the state of Odisha and Indian football on the international stage.

The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 9, 2025, in Raleigh, North Carolina, United States. The tournament boasts a diverse international roster, with participating teams and players hailing from countries including the United Kingdom, Spain, Switzerland, Brazil, Mexico, Nigeria, and India. The star-studded event will notably feature teams led by legendary footballers such as Luis Nani, Sergio Agüero, and Hope Solo.

Rahul KP will join a distinguished West Ham United squad that includes notable personalities like actor Hero Fiennes Tiffin, former Argentina international Mauro Zárate, and several professional athletes who have represented the United States in the World Indoor Football Cup.

The three group stage games featuring West Ham United will be broadcast live on YouTube channels. Additionally, these matches will be televised live on ESPN.

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