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AC Milan stay top of Serie A

Theo Hernandez nodded in a late winner to keep AC Milan top of Serie A heading into the winter break with a 3-2 victory over Lazio on Wednesday.
Soure:AFP: 2020/12/24 18:08:39

Dalian Pro establish innovation hub in collaboration with FIFA

Chinese Super League side Dalian Pro have established a Football Technology Innovation Hub in Dalian, Northeast China's Liaoning Province, as the club is in an initial three-year collaboration with the world football governing body FIFA, the club has announced.
Soure:Global Times: 2020/12/23 14:28:40

Bayern kicks off virtual summer tour in Asia, further connecting with Chinese market

FC Bayern München has kicked off a virtual summer tour in Asia to further develop its connection with local fans after the Bundesliga giant's years of efforts to build its business and corporation network in the region.
Soure:Global Times: 2020/7/27 20:28:40

Chiefs' quarterback Mahomes happy to keep low profile after Super Bowl win

Patrick Mahomes ushered in a new era for the NFL on February 2 after producing a stunning late rally to inspire the Kansas City Chiefs to Super Bowl glory.
Soure:AFP: 2020/2/6 21:18:43

Former Steelers coach Cowher revealed as first Hall of Famer for NFL centennial

Long-time Pittsburgh Steelers coach Bill Cowher, who guided the team to a 2006 Super Bowl victory, was named on Saturday as an inductee to the American Football Hall of Fame.
Soure:AFP: 2020/1/12 19:38:40

Galthie's new faces designed for the future

New France coach Fabien Galthie said his squad for the upcoming Six Nations, which includes 19 uncapped players, was assembled with a view towards the World Cup on home soil in 2023.
Soure:AFP: 2020/1/9 19:58:40

CFA to impose salary caps

The Chinese Football Association (CFA) will introduce a salary cap in December following China's loss to Syria in the World Cup qualifying stage, a move insiders predicted will help develop the embattled Chinese football industry.
Soure:Global Times: 2019/11/21 19:58:40

Wang Shuang leads squad for China's Women's World Cup campaign

Paris Saint-German player Wang Shuang has been named in China's squad for the upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup in France, as the Chinese head coach Jia Xiuquan announced his 23-member roster on Monday.
Soure:Xinhua: 2019/5/28 7:24:32

Mixed reactions among fans as Lippi retakes China reins

Italian coaching great Marcello Lippi was on Friday officially appointed as the head coach of the Chinese men's national football team for the second time, but fans gave mixed reactions for the legend's return.
Soure:Global Times: 2019/5/24 13:53:58

Marcello Lippi returns as Chinese national team coach

Italy's Marcello Lippi has been re-appointed head coach of the Chinese national football team, the Chinese Football Association (CFA) announced here on Friday.
Soure:Xinhua: 2019/5/24 10:50:28

Copa Libertadores final postponed after heavy rain

The first leg of the Copa Libertadores final between Boca Juniors and River Plate was postponed on Saturday because of torrential rain, the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) said.
Soure:Xinhua: 2018/11/11 9:08:56

2022 Qatar World Cup to allow football fans to experience new culture in Mideast: FIFA chief

The FIFA president said the 2022 FIFA World Cup scheduled to be hosted by Qatar will provide a unique opportunity for football fans to experience a new culture in the Middle East, a local newspaper reported Wednesday.
Soure:Xinhua: 2018/10/24 17:30:18

NFL anthem policy on hold as talks continue

The NFL and the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) said Thursday that no new rules regarding the national anthem will be issued or enforced as they discuss how to move forward on the divisive issue.
Soure:AFP: 2018/7/20 22:23:40

World Cup preview: Will Russia 2018 brings Brazil World Cup redemption?

The wounds inflicted by the worst defeat in Brazil's proud football history began healing on July 29, 2014.
Soure:Xinhua: 2018/6/7 13:31:22

World Cup Group H preview: Veteran-dominant Japan struggle to find form under new coach

The Japanese football team have set their sights on getting out of their group in the 2018 World Cup in Russia. That might be a tough task for them due to a run of bad form and the appointment of a new head coach.
Soure:Xinhua: 2018/6/6 14:22:38

Top NFL draft Allen apologizes after racist tweets surface

Top NFL draft pick Josh Allen apologized Thursday following the emergence of offensive tweets containing a racist epithet.
Soure:AFP: 2018/4/27 22:43:41

Women's star challenges 'sexism' ban

A star female Aussie Rules football player banned for two matches for rough conduct is taking her case to the country's top human rights body, arguing Friday she was being discriminated against due to gender.
Soure:AFP: 2018/3/23 22:28:41

Brady eyes record-book rewrite

Tom Brady will attempt to write another chapter of NFL history in Minneapolis Sunday as the New England Patriots chase a record-equaling sixth Super Bowl crown against a Philadelphia Eagles team desperate for their first-ever win.
Soure:AFP: 2018/2/2 22:33:40