Tag - football
07Jan

Dutch football legends Louis van Gaal and Patrick Kluivert shortlisted for Indonesia national team coach

JAKARTA: The search for the next coach of Indonesia’s national football team is underway following the dismissal of Shin Tae-yong. Football federation PSSI Chairman Erick Thohir confirmed that the federation has interviewed three candidates, including Dutch legends Louis van Gaal and Patrick Kluivert, with the official announcement set for Jan 12, reports Jakarta Globe. "One of the candidates...

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18Dec

Suspect confessed to murdering woman for money to watch football match, say cops

SHAH ALAM: The suspect behind the murder of Nurul Asikin Lan has confessed that he killed her because he needed money. The suspect, who is currently in police custody, made the confession to Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mancha Ata, saying he intended to pawn the victim's gold bracelet and earrings to pay for his way to...

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22Nov

Soccer-All eyes on Amorim as new Man Utd era begins at Ipswich

(Reuters) - Manchester United begin what they hope will be a journey back towards their former glory as new head coach Ruben Amorim takes charge for the first time away at Ipswich Town on Sunday. As the Premier League returns after the international stoppage, United's trip to Portman Road offers the most intriguing storyline of a...

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05Oct

Spanish striker Jese signs for JDT

PETALING JAYA: Johor Darul Ta'zim (JDT) have announced the signing of former Spanish international striker Jese Rodriguez (pic). Jese, who has played for top clubs such as Real Madrid, Paris St Germain, Sampdoria, and Real Betis, is considered a marquee signing for JDT due to his impressive football accolades in Europe. The 31-year-old joins the club as...

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24Sep

Malaysian referee steals spotlight in Indonesia’s El Clasico; Bojan Hodak hails him as one of Asia’s best

JAKARTA: Malaysian referee Muhammad Nazmi Nasaruddin has garnered widespread praise from Indonesian football fans following his impressive performance in Monday (Sept 23) night’s ‘El Clasico’ match between Persib Bandung and Persija Jakarta in Bandung, West Java. His composure, wisdom, and extensive experience in officiating were pivotal in effectively managing the match, maintaining discipline among players, and...

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14Sep

Penang coach Akmal says call on penalties against JDT spot on

PETALING JAYA: Penang coach Akmal Rizal Rakhli has no quarrel on the three penalties awarded to Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) during their 0-5 loss in the Super League on Thursday. Despite JDT converting two of the spot-kicks at the Sultan Ibrahim Stadium, Akmal isn’t disputing the calls made by the referee. Akmal said the penalties that were...

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13Sep

Football Fans Demand IU Cancel Concert At Seoul World Cup Stadium After Footballer Son Heung Min Complained About Grass Conditions There

South Korea is set to meet Iraq in a World Cup qualifying match at the venue, and Korean football fans are worried the condition of the grass in the stadium would be further worsened by IU's many fans. Earlier this week, a netizen suddenly posted this message on an online community: "I have requested the cancellation...

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11Sep

Sarawak invites private sector to boost sports development among youths

KUCHING: Sarawak welcomes private sector initiatives to support the development of sports, particularly among young people, says Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah. The state Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development Minister said this could be done by organising events or making financial donations to sports associations. "We hope the private sector will play its part and assist...

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30Jul

Terengganu to start gender-segregation at Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium

PETALING JAYA: Designated seats for women will be introduced during football matches at the Sultan Mizan Zainal Abidin Stadium in Terengganu to address the intermingling between sexes. According to Kosmo!, Terengganu state exco member Hishamuddin Abdul Karim said that the move would begin on Tuesday (July 30) during the Super League match between Terengganu FC and...

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18Jul

Please explain, Pan-gon, says TMJ

PETALING JAYA: The Regent of Johor Tunku Ismail Sultan Ibrahim hopes Kim Pan-gon can clarify what he meant when he said it was dangerous to explain the reason behind his resignation as Harimau Malaya head coach. Pan-gon announced his resignation as the national team coach due to personal commitments in a press conference on Tuesday. Tunku Ismail...

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