The football stars who visited Kolkata

As Kolkata was mesmerised with the arrival of Lionel Messi and his Argentine colleagues this week, we look at some of the footballing greats who visited the City of Joy in the past.......

Maradona cleared of Italy tax evasion: Lawyer

Football great Diego Maradona has won a 30-year battle over tax evasion charges in Italy and will soon return to Naples, the scene of some of his greatest sporting triumphs, his lawyer said on......

Kuwait SC thrash Churchill in AFC Cup

Churchill Brothers, having already made it to the next round, suffered a humiliating 1-7 thrashing at the hands of defending champions Kuwait SC in their last AFC Cup group match in Kuwait City on......

Tricky draw for Copa America holders Brazil

Holders Brazil landed a tricky draw for the Copa America on Wednesday as they were thrown into Group B along with Mexico, Ecuador and Chile. Brazil lost 1-0 in their last meeting with Mexico while......

France and Brazil evoke magical Cup memories

From damage inflicted by a 17-year-old named Pele to a masterful performance by Zinedine Zidane on the greatest night of their lives, France fans have vivid memories of World Cup clashes with......