Football
Northeast United FC Wins Governor’s Gold Cup
Northeast United Football Club won the 40th edition of the Governor’s Gold Cup defeating Gangtok Himalayan Sporting Club. The final took place at Paljor Stadium, ended in a thrilling penalty shootout. Key Event Details Important dignitaries attended, including Governor Om ..
Month: Current Affairs - November, 2024
Category: Sports Current Affairs
132nd Edition of Durand Cup
The Durand Cup, known as Asia’s oldest and the world’s third-oldest football tournament, is set to captivate football enthusiasts once again as the 132nd edition commences on August 3rd, 2023. Organized by the Indian Armed Forces, this prestigious event embodies ..
Month: Current Affairs - July, 2023
Category: Sports Current Affairs
Saudi Arabia to host 2027 Asian Cup Football Tournament
The Asian Football Cup is held once in four years. It is organized by the Asian Football Confederation. Around 23 teams participate in the tournament. Teams are carefully chosen based on their skills and several other selection criteria. Teams are ..
Month: Current Affairs - February, 2023
Category: Sports Current Affairs
Fifth Khelo India Youth Games 2022
The Government of India conducts the Khelo India Youth Games every year to hunt talents from different parts of India. The sports event is seen as the best gateway for Indian athletes to enter international events and bring pride to ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: Sports Current Affairs
What is White Card in Football Match?
The referees show red and yellow cards for foul play in Football. These cards have been in the game since the inception of the FIFA World Cup, that is, 1970. However, a white card was recently introduced. The Referee shall ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2023
Category: Sports Current Affairs
FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup 2022
The Union Cabinet has approved the signing for hosting the FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 in India. Key facts The 2022 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup is the 7th edition of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. It is ..
Month: Current affairs - September, 2022
Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs • Sports Current Affairs
The Best FIFA Football Awards 2021
The Best FIFA Football Awards are presented by the FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association). It was first awarded in 2017. It revived the FIFA World Player of the year, which was presented by FIFA till 2015. Best FIFA Football ..
Month: Current Affairs - January, 2022
Category: Awards, Honours & Persons in News • Sports Current Affairs
Odisha to host Indian Women’s League Football
The All-India Football Federation has announced that, Odisha will host the Indian Women’s League (IWL). However, the but the dates will be announced at the later stage. Highlights The Indian football has been trying to restart the on-field sporting action ..