Football

Saudi Arabia’s oil and gas giant Aramco has entered into a four-year global partnership with world football governing body FIFA. 

As FIFA’s worldwide partner, the deal, which runs until the end of 2027, gives Aramco exclusivity in the energy category, with sponsorship rights for multiple events, including the World Cup 2026 and Women’s World Cup 2027.

Dec 06, 2023 19:12
Unilever and UEFA on Wednesday named brands from Unilever’s Nutrition and Personal Care Business Groups as Official Sponsors of UEFA EURO 2024.
Dec 01, 2023 17:12
NEW DELHI: LaLiga, in collaboration with the Tourism Office of the Spanish Embassy (Turespaña) and Instituto Cervantes, have announced an initiative using football as a conduit for cultural and human connection between Spain and India.  The announcement was made at the "Exploring destination delights and the magic of football in Spain” event, held here. 
Nov 30, 2023 19:11
The All India Football Federation on Thursday revealed that multiple approaches have been made to several AIFF-registered players as part of concerted efforts to "manipulate matches" of the ongoing I-League. The AIFF stated it has taken "serious note" of the matter and declared its commitment to "taking every step within its power to prevent corrupt practices from undermining the values of football".
Nov 30, 2023 17:11
NEW DELHI: The annual Super Cup tournament, renamed the Kalinga Super Cup, will be organised in Odisha starting from January 9, 2024, the All India Football Federation announced on Wednesday.  The matches are planned to be held in two different venues in Odisha. 
Nov 30, 2023 17:11
Electronic Arts (EA) has tied up with Skyesports for its legendary mobile football game, EA SPORTS FC Mobile, bringing the title to six colleges in six cities across the country in an exciting campus tour.  The Campus Tour will take place in December. 
Nov 29, 2023 19:11
Annual global revenues for women’s elite sports will generate $1.28 billion in 2024 (£1.02bn), Deloitte said on Wednesday. This is the first time that the billion-dollar threshold willl be breached.  This total is at least 300 per cent higher than Deloitte’s previous valuation three years ago.
Nov 28, 2023 18:11
MUMBAI: Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is all set for his maiden visit to India as the Premier League club's fan and founder of Ace of Pubs, Tilak Gaurang Shah, will be hosting the three-city tour from December 15 to 17. 
Nov 28, 2023 18:11
BENGALURU: Kickstart FC, a football club and academy based in Karnataka, on Tuesday announced a strategic partnership with renowned English Premier League side Tottenham Hotspur.  Graced by Tottenham ambassadors Ledley King & Osvaldo Ardiles, the historic unveil marks a pivotal moment in Karnataka & Indian football development.
Nov 27, 2023 19:11
Bundesliga International has entered into a long-term strategic partnership with leading digital streamer Coupang Play, which will officially begin athe start of the 2024-25 season. The agreement gives Coupang Play exclusive rights to Bundesliga and Bundesliga 2, as well as the German Supercup and the relegation play-off matches. The cooperation was commemorated by a signing ceremony in Seoul.
Nov 24, 2023 17:11
NEW DELHI: The All India Football Federation on Friday announced the launch of the AIFF Youth Leagues, with the U-17 version, scheduled to kick off in the second week of December.