Football

Just a day before its start, the I-League got its title sponsor with the Airtel being roped in for the 2013-14 edition.

Manchester United have forecast record revenues of between 420 and 430 million pounds in 2013-14 helped by new television and sponsorship deals.

Rooney is fourth on United's all-time leading scorers' list, behind Bobby Charlton (249), Denis Law (237) and Jack Rowley (211).

Australia's soccer chief Lowy has warned FIFA not to rush a decision on switching the 2022 WC in Qatar.

UEFA president Michel Platini has said that he will make a decision on whether to run for FIFA presidency next year at the earliest.

Casillas awaits his moment to shine when Real Madrid open their Champions League campaign away to Galatasaray on Tuesday.

Kaka will start for AC Milan at Torino on Saturday after returning to the club from Real Madrid, Milan coach Allegri said on Friday.

Carlos Tevez will be expected to provide the difference when two-time defending champion Juventus meet Inter Milan on Saturday.

Alba has quickly filled the boots of 2010 World Cup winner Joan Capdevila since taking over the left back spot for Spain in late 2011.

Portugal and Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Tuesday's friendly football match against Brazil.

The third oldest football competition in the world continues to remain Pune FC's priority season opener.

Casillas lost his place because he helped calm the waters between Barca and Real, says del Bosque.

La Liga clubs sold players worth 480 million euros in the transfer window which closed on Monday.

Maradona also predicts a poor showing from European nations during football's showpiece tournament to be played from June 12-July 13.

Sunderland have signed South Korea midfielder Ki Sung-yueng from Premier League rival Swansea on a season-long loan.

Barcelona secured fourth Spanish Super Cup in five years on away goals after a scrappy 0-0 second leg draw at the Nou Camp.