Today's Top 10 Sports News Headlines from India and Around the Globe – October 9, 2024

1) Jurgen Klopp Takes Up New Leadership Role After Quitting As Liverpool's Manager

Former Liverpool coach Jürgen Klopp is returning to soccer after a shorter than expected break. Energy drinks manufacturer Red Bull announced Wednesday that the German mentor is to become its head of global soccer from January, overseeing its international network of clubs. (Read full story) 

2) Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya Startled With Dipa Karmakar's Decision

"I got to know about your retirement from gymnastics. While your decision surprised me, I have full faith that you have taken this decision keeping in mind your priorities in life and the experiences that you have had. I completely respect your decision," Mandaviya wrote in a letter to Karmakar.  (Read full story)

3) India Women's Team Wins Historic Bronze medal in team event in Asian TT Championships

The Indian women TT players on Wednesday created history by winning their first-ever medal -- a bronze -- at the Asian Table Tennis Championships here after losing to Japan 1-3 in the semifinals. This is India's maiden medal in women's team event at Asian Championships. (Read full story)

4) Wayne Rooney Facing Charges for Alleged Referee Abuse & Violent Conduct

Wayne Rooney faced three charges from the English Football Association on Tuesday alleging he used abusive words and violent conduct toward match officials. The Plymouth manager complained when his team gave up a late equalizing goal Saturday against Blackburn in a game in the second-tier Championship. (Read full story)

5) Lakshya Sen enters second round of Arctic Open after opponent concedes

India's star shuttler Lakshya Sen progressed to the men's singles round of 16 at the Arctic Open Super 500 tournament after his opponent Rasmus Gemke withdrew from the opening round match here on Wednesday. Read full story

6) NZ batter Kane Williamson to miss initial part of away Test series against India

Senior batter Kane Williamson is set to miss the initial part of the upcoming three-Test series in India starting on October 16 due to groin strain, with New Zealand naming Mark Chapman as his cover in the 17-man squad here on Wednesday. (Read full story)

7) Rohit Sharma Begins Training For IND vs NZ, BGT 2024-25 in Mumbai | WATCH VIDEO

India captain Rohit Sharma is back to training ahead of the New Zealand series and the much-awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Rohit was spotted in Mumbai doing drills at the Jio Park in Mumbai. The first Test versus New Zealand start from October 16 at the MA. Chinnaswamy stadium. (Read full story)

8) Rohit Sharma 's Gesture Towards Random Fangirl Goes VIRAL | WATCH VIDEO

Rohit Sharma delighted fans once again with his gesture towards a random fangirl in the streets of Mumbai. Rohit, who has retired from T20s, is not part of the side that is taking on Bangladesh . So it seems, Rohit is making the most of his downtime. Rohit, in his blue Lamborghini, was spotted wishing a random fangirl birthday. The clip surfaced on social space and since then has gone viral as fans are loving his heartwarming gesture.  Read full story

9) Cristiano Ronaldo Brimming with Excitement Ahead of Portugal vs Poland

Robert Lewandowski’s Poland will play Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal in the UEFA Nations League on Sunday, 13 October, at 12:15 am in an exciting game of the 2nd international break of the season. As both clubs want to secure a pivotal win, this Group A collision on Matchday 3 of 6 offers thrills. Poland wants to challenge the rankings and get a spot at the top, hence, Portugal leading the group will be the target. The venue is the National Stadium Warsaw, which is definitely a must-watch event. (Read full story)

10) Roma upsets Wolfsburg and Lyon beats Galatasaray as women's Champions League begins

Roma opened its women's Champions League campaign with a 1-0 win against two-time champion Wolfsburg, while record eight-time winner Lyon beat tournament debutant Galatasaray 3-0 on Tuesday. All of Lyon's goals were headers, with France striker Kadidiatou Diani getting two of them in the Group A match. ( Read full story)