Frank Soo, the first person of Chinese and East Asian heritage to play in the English Football League and the first person from an Asian background to play for England, was posthumously inducted into the National Football Museum Hall of Fame during a Championship clash between Stoke City and Derby County. Soo's talent was identified by the same person who spotted legendary player Sir Stanley Matthews, but his wartime international games were not recognized as official matches and he never received a cap for his nine appearances for England. While the Leslie family received an honorary cap for Jack Leslie, who was Black and denied an England debut because of his skin color, the Soo family is still waiting for his honorary England cap.
Chhath Puja, one of the most important festivals in Hinduism, is a four-day celebration that holds deep spiritual significance. This festival, originally celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, and eastern Uttar Pradesh, has now spread across various Indian states and even overseas. Legend has it that even deities like Mata Sita and Lord Rama observed this fast and worshipped Surya (the Sun God). Chhath Puja is a celebration that honors nature and traditions deeply rooted in spirituality.
Barcelona winger Raphinha has shared his thoughts on the comparisons between emerging talent Lamine Yamal and club legend Lionel Messi. However, Raphinha believes that Yamal shares more similarities with another Brazilian star. Despite being only 17 years old, Yamal has quickly made his mark at Barcelona and in the Spanish national team, breaking several records and earning the prestigious 2024 Kopa Trophy.
Bhai Dooj, a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between siblings, will be observed on November 3, 2024. This festival, which is part of the 5-day Diwali festivities, is a time for brothers and sisters to express their love, protection, and mutual respect for each other. The festival's origins can be traced back to various mythological stories, including the legend of Yama and Yami. Indianexpress.com has compiled a collection of heartfelt wishes and messages to further strengthen the cherished relationship between siblings.
India mourns the passing of fashion legend Rohit Bal, who made a grand comeback at Lakme Fashion Week 2024 just days before his death. Celebrities, including filmmaker Karan Johar, pay tribute to Bal's unmatched talent and contribution to the fashion industry. FDCI president Sunil Sethi confirms Bal's death due to a cardiac arrest at the age of 63, leaving the Bollywood fraternity in shock.
UFC legend Conor McGregor was seen in the crowd at St James' Park as Arsenal suffered a 1-0 defeat to Newcastle United on Saturday. The Gunners' winless run in the Premier League continued, leaving them seven points behind league leaders Liverpool and below Nottingham Forest in fourth place. McGregor, who has been a regular at Arsenal games this season, was in town ahead of his Bareknuckle event and was playfully mocked by the Magpies on Instagram following their win.
Mohamed Salah, the renowned Liverpool forward, has raised eyebrows with his recent confession about his former coach Jurgen Klopp. Reports have surfaced that Salah privately admitted to friends that Luciano Spalletti, his former coach at Roma, was the best he had ever worked with. Despite their successful seven-year stint at Anfield, it appears that Salah may not hold Klopp in the highest regard after all. However, there is no denying the incredible achievements the duo have accomplished together, including breaking numerous records and clinching major trophies for Liverpool.
CM Punk shocked the wrestling world with his triumphant return to WWE at the 2023 Survivor Series WarGames PLE in Chicago after being absent from the promotion for nine years. In his last match against Drew McIntyre at WWE Bad Blood 2024 PLE, Punk emerged victorious and set the stage for his grand return. Dominik Mysterio, who was Punk's first opponent since his comeback, expressed his surprise and pride at getting the opportunity to share the ring with such a wrestling legend.
Former Pakistan cricket legend Wasim Akram discusses the potential for India to participate in the 2022 ICC Champions Trophy, and expresses hope for a positive decision by the Indian government and cricket board. Akram also highlights the fan following of Indian players like Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, and Hardik Pandya in Pakistan, and emphasizes the importance of people-to-people contact through sports. With no bilateral series between India and Pakistan since 2012, the speculation on India's involvement in the Champions Trophy adds to the anticipation and excitement for fans.
Defending champions Mumbai Indians have announced the list of five players they have retained for the upcoming 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Veteran pacer Jasprit Bumrah became the highest-paid player in the franchise's history with a whopping fee of Rs. 18 crore, followed by Suryakumar Yadav and Hardik Pandya, who were retained for Rs. 16.35 crore each. The franchise also announced the reappointment of Sri Lankan legend Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach and confirmed that Pandya will continue to lead next season. With just one right-to-match option for an uncapped player, the team will enter the mega auction with a budget of Rs. 45 crore.