Ikeda proud of Japan’s gallant run

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

Ikeda proud of Japan’s gallant run

Paris: Japan’s hunt for a medal at the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Paris 2024 ultimately came up short but head coach Futoshi Ikeda remained immensely proud of the work put in by his side in the competition.

Trinity Rodman’s extra time winner showed the Nadeshiko a painful exit at the quarter-final stage in what was a repeat of the London 2012 gold medal match where once again the United States emerged as the victors.

However, it was undeniably the Americans’ toughest match at the Paris Games so far with Japan having chances of their own to win the tie, a performance that left Ikeda with a bittersweet feeling.

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Rodman breaks Nadeshiko hearts

Sun, 04 Aug, 2024

Rodman breaks Nadeshiko hearts

Paris: It was heartbreak for Japan in the Women’s Olympic Football Tournament Paris 2024 after they were defeated 1-0 by the United States in the quarter-final tie played on Saturday.

After a goalless 90 minutes at the Parc des Princes, Trinity Rodman struck her third goal of the tournament to end Japan’s gold medal dreams with a stunning effort as the United States stayed in hunt for a fifth gold medal.

Disappointed but Oiwa hopeful Japan can grow

Sat, 03 Aug, 2024

Disappointed but Oiwa hopeful Japan can grow

Lyon: Japan’s hopes of winning a medal at the Men’s Football Olympic Tournament Paris 2024 were dashed after they fell to a 3-0 defeat at the hands of Tokyo 2020 runners-up Spain on Friday.

It was a particularly bitter pill to swallow for head coach Go Oiwa, having seen his side come through the group stage with three wins and no goals conceded. 

Outgoing Gustavsson hails Matildas’ spirit despite early exit

Thu, 01 Aug, 2024

Outgoing Gustavsson hails Matildas’ spirit despite early exit

Paris: Australia may have bowed out of the Women's Olympic Football Tournament Paris 2024 at the group stage for the first time in 24 years, but head coach Tony Gustavsson was full of praise for his team’s dedication and spirit.

Australia’s Olympic hopes were hanging by a thread after the United States held off a late fightback to leave the Stade de Marseille as 2-1 winners with goals from Trinity Rodman and Korbin Albert.

Canada’s subsequent 1-0 win over Colombia confirmed Australia’s exit, marking the first time since Sydney 2000 that the Matildas failed to progress beyond the group stage.

Mariners add Vitor to squad, Persepolis secure Guendouz

Fri, 02 Aug, 2024

Mariners add Vitor to squad, Persepolis secure Guendouz

Gosford: Central Coast Mariners have confirmed the signing of 28-year-old Vitor Feijão, adding to their arsenal to defend their A-League crown as well as lead their charge in the inaugural AFC Champions League Elite™ 2024/25.

The forward previously had playing spells in the Albanian and Belarussian leagues but the majority of his career was spent in his native Brazil..

Elneny moves to Al Jazira, Honda heads to Bhutan

Wed, 31 Jul, 2024

Elneny moves to Al Jazira, Honda heads to Bhutan

Abu Dhabi: Egyptian international Mohamed Elneny was unveiled as a new signing by UAE Pro League side Al Jazira Club on Tuesday.

The 32-year-old midfielder parted ways with English club Arsenal after spending eight seasons with the Premier League outfit and will now work with head coach Hussein Ammouta at Al Jazira.

Elneny is currently at the Paris Olympics 2024 with Egypt, having helped his team advance to the quarter-final stage as Group C winners after beating Spain on Tuesday.

Preliminary battles to kick-start #ACLElite 2024/25

Wed, 24 Jul, 2024

Preliminary battles to kick-start #ACLElite 2024/25

Kuala Lumpur: Five teams will embark on their quest to scale the pinnacle of Asian men’s club football this month when the Preliminary Stage of the AFC Champions League Elite™ (ACL Elite) 2024/25 takes place from August 6 to 13.

Having each been allocated indirect slots for the prestigious competition, Qatar’s Al Gharafa SC, Islamic Republic of Iran’s Foolad Mobarakeh Sepahan SC and United Arab Emirates’ Shabab Al Ahli will vie for one berth in the League Stage (West), while China PR’s Shandong Taishan FC will square off against Thailand’s Bangkok United to decide likewise for the East.