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Newcomers Georgia stage historic Euro shock by beating Portugal 2-0

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:15 AM IST

Georgia, the tournament debutants, took the lead after just 93 seconds when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored against Portugal.

Georgia's forward Khvicha Kvaratskhelia celebrates scoring his team's goal.(AFP)

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Euro 2024: Unlucky Ukraine knocked out after dull draw against Belgium

Belgium's Tintin-inspired kit couldn't inspire a win against Ukraine in a goalless draw at Euro 2024, with fans booing their team.

Ukraine's Heorhiy Sudakov shoots at goal in a Euro 2024 Group E match against Belgium in Stuttgart on Wednesday. (REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 27, 2024 12:10 AM IST

ByAshish MagotraAshish Magotra

Euro 2024: Another Hagi sparkles, helps Romania enter knockouts

Ianis Hagi, son of legend Gheorghe, plays a key role in a 1-1 draw that sends his team and Slovakia into the knockouts

Romania's Ianis Hagi and teammates celebrate with their fans after the match. (REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 27, 2024 12:11 AM IST

ByDhiman SarkarDhiman Sarkar

New PGTI president Kapil to push for more events, golf’s growth

Kapil Dev, iconic for 1983 World Cup win, aims to boost Indian professional golf as new PGTI president. Plans to increase tournaments, engage corporates, and tap former cricketers for support.

Kapil Dev with other members of the PGTI. (HT Photo)

Other Sports

Updated on Jun 26, 2024 10:03 PM IST

ByJoy Chakravarty

India settle for familiar names in Olympic hockey squad

The men’s squad won bronze at the 2021 Tokyo Games, winning an Olympic medal in the game after 41 years

Hockey

Published on Jun 26, 2024 09:48 PM IST

BySandip Sikdar

Athletics: 4x400m mixed relay team chases last-gasp Paris qualification

They will hope to rise from 22nd to 16th in the Race-to-Paris rankings at the Inter-State athletics meet in Panchkula

Other Sports

Published on Jun 26, 2024 08:55 PM IST

ByAvishek Roy

Euro 2024: Dull draw against Serbia seals Denmark progress

In the round of 16, it will be the Group C to have two teams – Denmark and Slovenia – that haven’t won a single match in the tournament yet

Denmark's Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg (C) tries to get past Serbian defenders during their Euro 2024 match on Tuesday. (AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:16 AM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Euro 2024: Present imperfect, future tense for England

Listless and shackled, they topped the group after the 0-0 draw against Slovenia but are hardly playing like one of the favourites

England's Jude Bellingham reacts during their Euro group match against Slovenia at Cologne Stadium on Tuesday. (REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:14 AM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

India men's hockey squad for Paris Olympics: Harmanpreet to lead march for gold

Ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh will continue to lead India, with powerful midfielder Hardik Singh as his deputy.

Hockey

Published on Jun 26, 2024 06:15 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Calculators out as Romania meet Slovakia in never-seen-before group stage finish

Romania and Slovakia play on Wednesday night, but draw isn't on anyone's mind – at least in the team camps.

Romania's players huddle prior to the UEFA Euro 2024 Group E match(AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:16 AM IST

ByRishabh Gupta, Frankfurt

Argentina advance to Copa America quarters, beat Chile 1-0

Argentina lead Group A with six points, followed by Canada with three, and Chile and Peru with one each.

Argentina forward Lautaro Martinez (22) celebrates his goal during the second half against Chile at MetLife Stadium(USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con)

Football

Published on Jun 26, 2024 10:36 AM IST

AP |

Denmark advance to last 16 at Euro 2024 after 0-0 draw with Serbia

The Danes finished Group C with three points, the same as Slovenia, but ended up in second place because of a better disciplinary record.

Denmark's Victor Kristiansen, left, and Kasper Dolberg (12) and Serbia's Andrija Zivkovic (14) challenge for the ball during a Group C match between Denmark and Serbia at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Munich(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 26, 2024 06:47 AM IST

AP |

Euro 2024: England top group but night belongs to Slovenia after drab 0-0 draw

England, who had already qualified for the last 16 with a game to spare, ended the group stage with five points but managed only two goals in three games.

England's Harry Kane, reacts during a Group C match between the England and Slovenia at the Euro 2024 soccer tournament in Cologne, Germany, Tuesday, June 25, 2024(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 26, 2024 06:42 AM IST

Reuters |

Euro 2024: Mbappe, Lewandowski spot kicks in France, Poland stalemate

The masked Frenchman, back in the side, had many other attempts but Poland’s defence held firm in Group D

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:17 AM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Euro 2024: Irrepressible Austria beat Netherlands in a classic

Austria beats Netherlands 3-2 in a thrilling match, showcasing their intensity and determination. Austria now faces the second-placed team from Group F.

Football

Updated on Jun 26, 2024 06:14 AM IST

ByAshish Magotra

France denied top spot in Euros group by Austria after Poland stalemate

France blew the chance to finish first in their group despite Kylian Mbappe scoring his maiden European Championship goal in a 1-1 draw with Poland.

Kylian Mbappe of France falls with Poland's Pawel Dawidowicz during a Group D match(AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:25 AM IST

AFP |

Watch: Mask off for Kylian Mbappe as France captain ends goalless run at Euros

France captain Kylian Mbappe netted his first-ever goal at the UEFA Euros to match Just Fontaine's tally.

France's Kylian Mbappe reacts during the match(REUTERS)

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:18 AM IST

BySiddharth Thakur, New Delhi

After injury, hurdler Jyothi Yarraji set for inter-state meet

The 100m hurdles national record holder is back on track ahead of the Olympics after a hip flexor problem

Other Sports

Updated on Jun 25, 2024 10:37 PM IST

ByRutvick Mehta

Anush Agarwalla to represent India in Paris Olympics: Equestrian Federation

It will be India's first-ever entry at the Olympics' Dressage event, as most riders in past editions competed in Eventing categories only.

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 07:23 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

83 to Jersey: 5 films to watch as India celebrates 41 years of 1st World Cup win

The Indian cricket team claimed their first World Cup title 41 years ago today. Here are 5 Bollywood films to celebrate the milestone with

Cricket-based films for movie buffs who love the sport

Cinema

Published on Jun 25, 2024 06:32 PM IST

ByMahima Pandey

Euro 2024: Spain coach plays down favourites tag after topping group

Spain’s 1-0 win over Albania saw them finish their Group B fixtures with three wins, without conceding a goal

Football

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:19 AM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi

Exhibition in Paris to commemorate 100 years of India at the Olympic Games

IOC President Thomas Bach and Ambassador of India, Jawed Ashraf were at the event that celebrates the Olympic movement and India’s journey at the Games.

Celebrating India's 100 years at Olympics Games.(JSW)

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 04:19 PM IST

Byhindustantimes.com

Heartbreak, yes, but hang on to the Modric memories

After a heartbreak in Euro 2024, Luka Modric, the oldest scorer in the championship, hints at retiring soon. Croatia's fate hangs in the balance.

Croatia's midfielder Luka Modric leaves the pitch after being substituted against Italy on Monday. (AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 25, 2024 03:44 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

In-form Shruti Vora hopes to get nod for Paris Olympics

Shruti Vora made history earlier this month by becoming the first rider from the country to win a three-star Grand Prix event in dressage

Other Sports

Published on Jun 25, 2024 01:09 PM IST

ByShantanu Srivastava

AIFF drags players into Stimac row

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

Former India head coach Igor Stimac. (AFP)

Football

Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:59 PM IST

ByDhiman Sarkar

I don’t understand Southgate’s tactics: Michael Owen

The Euros are proving more interesting than the World Cups with close games and drama. Michael Owen analyzes England's struggles and Ronaldo's impact

England manager Gareth Southgate (L) and Harry Kane. (AP)

Football

Updated on Jun 24, 2024 09:41 PM IST

ByAshish Magotra

Overstaying maybe, but Ronaldo feels a fresh surge of love

The Portuguese talisman is basking in the diffused glow that seems to have replaced the usual sharp glare and divided opinions at Euro 2024

Portugal forward Cristiano Ronaldo. (AFP)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 08:53 PM IST

ByN Ananthanarayanan, New Delhi

AIFF strongly denies Stimac's allegations: ‘Sole intent of maligning federation’

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

India coach Igor Stimac during FIFA World Cup qualifier(REUTERS)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 07:59 PM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Euro 2024: Hungary rise from a sickening injury to achieve a special win

Once a European footballing power that has fallen, Hungary's battling 1-0 win over Scotland helped them finish third in Group A.

Hungary's forward #23 Kevin Csoboth (L) celebrates with teammates after scoring his team's first goal(AFP)

Sports

Updated on Jun 28, 2024 11:19 AM IST

ByAditya Chaturvedi, Mumbai

Who is Willian, the Messi xerox considered the best in Brazil since Neymar

Willian joined Palmeiras’ youth academy in 2021. In 2017, the Sau Paulo-based club had tried to have him on board but Cruzeiro beat them to his signature

Estevao Willian of Brazil's Palmeiras controls the ball during a Copa Libertadores Group F soccer match against Argentina's San Lorenzo(AP)

Football

Published on Jun 24, 2024 06:57 PM IST

ByPrateek Srivastava

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Georgia, the tournament debutants, took the lead after just 93 seconds when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored against Portugal.

Belgium's Tintin-inspired kit couldn't inspire a win against Ukraine in a goalless draw at Euro 2024, with fans booing their team.

Ianis Hagi, son of legend Gheorghe, plays a key role in a 1-1 draw that sends his team and Slovakia into the knockouts

Kapil Dev, iconic for 1983 World Cup win, aims to boost Indian professional golf as new PGTI president. Plans to increase tournaments, engage corporates, and tap former cricketers for support.

The men’s squad won bronze at the 2021 Tokyo Games, winning an Olympic medal in the game after 41 years

They will hope to rise from 22nd to 16th in the Race-to-Paris rankings at the Inter-State athletics meet in Panchkula

In the round of 16, it will be the Group C to have two teams – Denmark and Slovenia – that haven’t won a single match in the tournament yet

Listless and shackled, they topped the group after the 0-0 draw against Slovenia but are hardly playing like one of the favourites

Ace drag-flicker and defender Harmanpreet Singh will continue to lead India, with powerful midfielder Hardik Singh as his deputy.

Romania and Slovakia play on Wednesday night, but draw isn't on anyone's mind – at least in the team camps.

Argentina lead Group A with six points, followed by Canada with three, and Chile and Peru with one each.

The Danes finished Group C with three points, the same as Slovenia, but ended up in second place because of a better disciplinary record.

England, who had already qualified for the last 16 with a game to spare, ended the group stage with five points but managed only two goals in three games.

The masked Frenchman, back in the side, had many other attempts but Poland’s defence held firm in Group D

Austria beats Netherlands 3-2 in a thrilling match, showcasing their intensity and determination. Austria now faces the second-placed team from Group F.

France blew the chance to finish first in their group despite Kylian Mbappe scoring his maiden European Championship goal in a 1-1 draw with Poland.

France captain Kylian Mbappe netted his first-ever goal at the UEFA Euros to match Just Fontaine's tally.

The 100m hurdles national record holder is back on track ahead of the Olympics after a hip flexor problem

It will be India's first-ever entry at the Olympics' Dressage event, as most riders in past editions competed in Eventing categories only.

The Indian cricket team claimed their first World Cup title 41 years ago today. Here are 5 Bollywood films to celebrate the milestone with

Spain’s 1-0 win over Albania saw them finish their Group B fixtures with three wins, without conceding a goal

IOC President Thomas Bach and Ambassador of India, Jawed Ashraf were at the event that celebrates the Olympic movement and India’s journey at the Games.

After a heartbreak in Euro 2024, Luka Modric, the oldest scorer in the championship, hints at retiring soon. Croatia's fate hangs in the balance.

Shruti Vora made history earlier this month by becoming the first rider from the country to win a three-star Grand Prix event in dressage

Federation says players concerned by coaching style and tactics; FIFA will have final verdict, the Croat reacts to statement

The Euros are proving more interesting than the World Cups with close games and drama. Michael Owen analyzes England's struggles and Ronaldo's impact

The Portuguese talisman is basking in the diffused glow that seems to have replaced the usual sharp glare and divided opinions at Euro 2024

AIFF issued a long statement on Igor Stimac's recent remarks following his sacking as India head coach.

Once a European footballing power that has fallen, Hungary's battling 1-0 win over Scotland helped them finish third in Group A.

Willian joined Palmeiras’ youth academy in 2021. In 2017, the Sau Paulo-based club had tried to have him on board but Cruzeiro beat them to his signature

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