The 2024 European Championship is reaching its final fixtures of the group stage, with teams confirming their spots in the round of 16 in the last matchdays. Of the six groups in the tournament, Group E has presented one of the closest competitions for qualification, with all four teams level on points going into the…
NEW DELHI: Afghanistan’s historic qualification for their first-ever T20 World Cup semi-final, achieved after a dramatic victory over Bangladesh, has been somewhat overshadowed by the actions of all-rounder Gulbadin Naib. While expected to play a key role in their semi-final clash against South Africa, Naib’s on-field behaviour during the Bangladesh match has drawn criticism and…
Slovakia started its Euro 2024 campaign with a win over Belgium at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt on June 17. However, in the following match the Falcons suffered a 1-2 loss against Ukraine but remains in the race for the round of 16, with two simultaneous matches deciding the qualified teams from Group E. Slovakia…
The International Tennis Hall of Fame is getting all dolled up for some extra special visitors. The Newport shrine on Tuesday unveiled plans for a $3 million renovation that will double the museum’s exhibit space and redesign the plaque gallery in time for the enshrinement of all-time greats such as Roger Federer and Serena Williams….
NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has sparked a fresh controversy, accusing the Indian team of ball tampering during their T20 World Cup ‘Super 8s’ game against Australia on Monday. Inzamam’s claims came after India’s convincing 24-run victory over Australia at the Daren Sammy National Cricket Stadium in St. Lucia. T20 World Cup: Schedule |…
The European Championship’s most evenly matched group features Slovakia and Romania. Both would go to the pre-quarterfinals with a draw on Wednesday. It is still possible for any team in Group E to place anywhere in the standings, from first to last. This is the only Euro 2024 group where every side had a win…
Ukraine suffered a shock 0-3 defeat in its Euro 2024 opener against Romania at Allianz Arena in Munich on June 17. However, the Blue and Yellow brigade came back strong in its next assignment against Slovakia with a 2-1 win and remains in contention for the round of 16 qualification. The third and final matchday…
MUMBAI: Afghanistan’s historic run into the T20 World Cup semifinal on Tuesday prompted former coach Lalchand Rajput, who has been watching his former team in action closely, to make a bold prediction.“My gut feeling says that we’ll have a new T20 World Cup winner this time, and it will be Afghanistan. If the wicket in…
Argentina’s Lautaro Martinez, second from right, celebrates scoring his side’s opening goal against Chile that ensured his side a quarterfinals spot. | Photo Credit: AP Argentina’s Lautaro Martinez, second from right, celebrates scoring his side’s opening goal against Chile that ensured his side a quarterfinals spot. | Photo Credit: AP
The 17th edition of the European Championship started with a bang as the host, Germany, thrashed Scotland 5-1 in the opening match, at the Allianz Arena in Munich. The Euro 2024 is living up to its promise of high-quality football. Following are the matches that are scheduled to be played on June 26: Slovakia vs…
