Live streaming, Real Madrid vs Barcelona in Spanish Super Cup 2023-24 final - where to watch in India

Real Madrid will lock horns with defending champions Barcelona in the Supercopa de Espana 2023-24 final at the Al-Awwal Stadium in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Real Madrid vs Barcelona Spanish Super Cup 2023-24 final will start at 12:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on Monday, January 15. Live streaming will be available in India.

Under manager Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid booked their place in the final after beating arch-rivals Atletico de Madrid 5-3 in a high-scoring semi-final at the same venue.

Defender Mario Hermoso opened the scoring for Atletico in the sixth minute before Antonio Rudiger equalised for Real Madrid.

Ferland Mendy then gave Madrid the lead, however, Antoine Griezmann soon scored a stunning goal to level the match 2-2.

An own goal from Antonio Rudiger put Atletico ahead before Dani Carvajal equalised to take the game to extra time.

Substitutes Joselu and Brahim Díaz later netted a goal each in the second half of extra time to secure a brilliant win for Madrid.

On the other hand, Barcelona registered a 2-0 win over Osasuna in the other semi-final to set-up a mouth-watering El Clasico in Saudi Arabia.

Robert Lewandowski and teenager Lamine Yamal scored to guide the Blaugrana to another Spanish Super Cup final.

Interestingly, Barcelona secured a comprehensive 3-1 win over Madrid in the final to clinch the Spanish Super Cup last season.

With the win, Barcelona extended their record for the most Spanish Super Cup titles, having won it on 14 occasions. Madrid are closely behind their rivals with 12 titles.

Meanwhile, Madrid will miss the services of Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, Eder Militao and Lucas Vazquez due to injuries.

For Barcelona, Raphinha has been ruled out after he picked up a hamstring injury in the semi-final. Yamal is expected to replace Raphinha on the right flank.

The likes of Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Inigo Martinez, Gavi, Marcos Alonso and Joao Cancelo are unavailable for selection.

Real Madrid vs Barcelona head-to-head

The Real Madrid vs Barcelona head-to-head record favours Los Blancos with 103 wins out of 255 matches across all competitions. Barcelona have 100 wins while 52 matches have ended in draws.

The last time these two sides met, Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 in a La Liga 2023-24 clash at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys in October 2023.

Where to watch Real Madrid vs Barcelona Spanish Super Cup 2023-24 final live in India

Live streaming of the Real Madrid vs Barcelona Spanish Super Cup 2023-24 final will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

There will be no live telecast of the Supercopa de Espana 2023-24 final on any TV channel in India.

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Newcastle United vs Manchester City Dream11 prediction - get fantasy tips for English Premier League, 2023/24

Newcastle United will be up against Manchester City in Game Week 21 of the English Premier League, 2023/24 at St James Park on January 13.

Newcastle United vs Manchester City football fantasy tips and English Premier League, 2023/24 prediction

Manchester City are currently ranked 3rd on the English Premier League, 2023/24 points table, with 12 wins, 3 losses and 19 draws in 19 matches, leading to 40 points. They have scored 45 goals and have a goal difference of 24.

Meanwhile, Newcastle United are 9th in the standings with 29 points after 20 matches, winning 9, losing 9 and drawing 2 times. They have scored 39 times this season and possess a goal difference of 10.

The last time Newcastle United faced an English Premier League side, they lost by 4-2 against Liverpool. Meanwhile, Manchester City's last match saw them win 2-0 against Sheffield United.

Recent NEW vs MCI English Premier League matches:

NEW 0-4 MCI, December 2021

MCI 5-0 NEW, May 2022

NEW 3-3 MCI, August 2022

MCI 2-0 NEW, March 2023

MCI 1-0 NEW, August 2023

Newcastle United vs Manchester City Dream11 team

Forward

Alexander Isak -The Newcastle United forward will be an important pick for your fantasy team. The player has struck 9 times in 15 matches. Alexander Isak has also assisted 0 times and created 11 chances for his team. He has a passing accuracy of 79.82%.
Anthony Michael Gordon -The 22-year-old Newcastle United player has scored 6 goals in 19 matches, which makes him a top contender for fantasy teams. Anthony Gordon, with a passing accuracy of 83.51%, has created 21 goal-scoring opportunities for the side. The footballer has completed 405 passes succesfully and is primed of fetch plenty of fantasy points.
Julian Alvarez -Choosing this Manchester City forward is crucial for your fantasy team as he has netted 6 goals in just 19 games this English Premier League, 2023/24 season. The Argentina international has not only showcased his goal-scoring prowess but also provided 5 assists and crafted 43 opportunities for his team. Impressively, he maintains a solid passing accuracy of 86.77%, making him a well-rounded and impactful player for fantasy enthusiasts to consider.
Jeremy Baffour Doku -An integral part of Manchester City's attack, Jeremy Doku will once again be a sought-after name among fantasy managers. He has scored 2 goals in 11 matches and has been directly involved in 5 goals. The Belgium striker boasts a passing accuracy of 84.62%, completing 253 passes successfully.

Midfielder

Miguel Angel Almiron Rejala -The Paraguay international will be a player to watch out for in the Newcastle United vs Manchester City encounter. The attacking midfielder has been on the scoresheet 2 times this English Premier League, 2023/24 season. Miguel Almiron also has 1 assist and his passing accuracy stands at 86.18%, making him an integral part of fantasy teams. He has also made 16 key passes.
Sean David Longstaff -The Newcastle United midfielder has been in fine form this season. Sean Longstaff has struck 2 goals in 17 matches and created 12 chances for his team. The England footballer has also completed 463 passes, 12 key passes and 15 successful tackles. These numbers make him a prime candidate for fantasy football teams.
Philip Walter Foden -Fantasy managers can count on Phil Foden to deliver vital points for their fantasy teams, given his incredible form this season. The Manchester City player has struck 5 goals and assisted 6 times in English Premier League, 2023/24. He has also completed 38 key passes and created 38 chances for his team.
Bernardo Mota Veiga de Carvalho e Silva -The Manchester City player has struck 5 times in 16 matches, establishing himself as a prime choice for fantasy teams. Bernardo Silva boasts an impressive 89.48% passing accuracy and has contributed significantly by creating 33 goal-scoring opportunities for the team. The Portugal player has successfully completed 33 key passes, showcasing his proficiency on the field and making him a standout option for fantasy enthusiasts.

Defender

Daniel Johnson Burn -He has been instrumental in Newcastle United's defense, contributing to 6 clean sheets in 15 matches. Dan Burn has played a crucial role in thwarting opposition attacks, blocking 3 shots this English Premier League, 2023/24 season. Due to his defensive prowess, the England player has conceded only 17 goals, showcasing his effectiveness in maintaining a solid defensive line for the team.
Jamaal Lascelles -Newcastle United defender, Jamaal Lascelles, has played a key role in the team's impressive defensive record, contributing to 4 clean sheets and blocking 0 shots in 9 matches. The team has only conceded 10 goals with Gvardiol in their defensive lineup. Fantasy managers can bank him for a solid performance and potential points.
Manuel Obafemi Akanji -The left-back will shoulder the defensive duties for Manchester City in the upcoming fixture. Manuel Obafemi Akanji has helped keep 5 clean sheets, blocking 1 shot in 15 games. Manuel Akanji is poised to play a key role in the upcoming defensive efforts for Manchester City.
Nathan Benjamin Ake -The full back from the Netherlands has consistently churned fantasy points with his defensive abilities. In Nathan Benjamin Ake's presence, Manchester City have kept 5 clean sheets in 15 matches. He has made 7 defensive blocks, further emphasizing his valuable role in bolstering the team's backline.

Goalkeeper

Ederson Santana de Moraes -Newcastle United's Ederson Santana de Moraes should be the preferred choice of goalkeeper in the NEW vs MCI match. The Brazil goalkeeper has 5 clean sheets in 18 matches of the English Premier League, 2023/24. Ederson de Moraes has conceded 20 goals.

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Live streaming, CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 begins on January 14: Where to watch in India - full schedule

The CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 is scheduled to start on January 14 and conclude on February 12 in Ivory Coast.

Organised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF), the 34th edition of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations will see 24 teams compete in a total of 52 matches to be played in six venues.

The tournament was postponed by CAF due to the adverse summer weather concerns in Ivory Coast. However, it retained the original name for sponsorship purposes.

As per the AFCON 2023 format, the participating teams have been divided into six groups of four teams each.

Each team will play the other sides in their group once. The top two teams from each group along with the four best third-placed teams will advance to the knockout stage that comprises the round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals and the final.

The CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 final will be played at the Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé on February 12.

Senegal are the defending champions of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations after they beat Egypt on penalties in the 2021 final.

Meanwhile, Egypt are the most successful team in the biennial football tournament with seven titles. Cameroon have won the competition five times while Ghana have clinched it on four occasions.

CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 groups and teams

Group A: Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau

Group B: Egypt, Ghana, Cape Verde, Mozambique

Group C: Senegal, Cameroon, Guinea, Gambia

Group D: Algeria, Burkina Faso, Mauritania, Angola

Group E: Tunisia, Mali, South Africa, Namibia

Group F: Morocco, Democratic Republic of Congo, Zambia, Tanzania

Where to watch CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 live in India

Live streaming of the CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

There will be no live telecast of AFCON 2023 on any TV channel in India.

CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2023 schedule, venues and live India match start times

All times are in India Standard Time (IST)

Day and Date	Match	Venue	Time (IST)
Sunday, January 14	Ivory Coast vs Guinea-Bissau	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	1:30 AM
Sunday, January 14	Nigeria vs Equatorial Guinea	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	7:30 PM
Sunday, January 14	Egypt vs Mozambique	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	10:30 PM
Monday, January 15	Ghana vs Cape Verde	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	1:30 AM
Monday, January 15	Senegal vs Gambia	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	7:30 PM
Monday, January 15	Cameroon vs Guinea	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	10:30 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Algeria vs Angola	Stade Bouaké	1:30 AM
Tuesday, January 16	Burkina Faso vs Mauritania	Stade Bouaké	7:30 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Tunisia vs Namibia	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	10:30 PM
Wednesday, January 17	Mali vs South Africa	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	1:30 AM
Wednesday, January 17	Morocco vs Tanzania	Stade de San Pédro	10:30 PM
Thursday, January 18	DR Congo vs Zambia	Stade de San Pédro	1:30 AM
Thursday, January 18	Equatorial Guinea vs Guinea-Bissau	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	7:30 PM
Thursday, January 18	Ivory Coast vs Nigeria	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	10:30 PM
Friday, January 19	Egypt vs Ghana	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	1:30 AM
Friday, January 19	Cape Verde vs Mozambique	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	7:30 PM
Friday, January 19	Senegal vs Cameroon	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	10:30 PM
Saturday, January 20	Guinea vs Gambia	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	1:30 AM
Saturday, January 20	Algeria vs Burkina Faso	Stade Bouaké	7:30 PM
Saturday, January 20	Mauritania vs Angola	Stade Bouaké	10:30 PM
Sunday, January 21	Tunisia vs Mali	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	1:30 AM
Sunday, January 21	Morocco vs DR Congo	Stade de San Pédro	7:30 PM
Sunday, January 21	Zambia vs Tanzania	Stade de San Pédro	10:30 PM
Monday, January 22	South Africa vs Namibia	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	1:30 AM
Monday, January 22	Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	10:30 PM
Monday, January 22	Equatorial Guinea vs Ivory Coast	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	10:30 PM
Tuesday, January 13	Mozambique vs Ghana	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	1:30 AM
Tuesday, January 13	Cape Verde vs Egypt	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	1:30 AM
Tuesday, January 13	Gambia vs Cameroon	Stade Bouaké	10:30 PM
Tuesday, January 13	Guinea vs Senegal	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	10:30 PM
Wednesday, January 14	Mauritania vs Algeria	Stade Bouaké	1:30 AM
Wednesday, January 14	Angola vs Burkina Faso	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	1:30 AM
Wednesday, January 14	Namibia vs Mali	Stade de San Pédro	10:30 PM
Wednesday, January 14	South Africa vs Tunisia	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	10:30 PM
Thursday, January 15	Zambia vs Morocco	Stade de San Pédro	1:30 AM
Thursday, January 15	Tanzania vs DR Congo	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	1:30 AM
Saturday, January 27	Round of 16, Match 1	Stade Bouaké	10:30 PM
Sunday, January 28	Round of 16, Match 2	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	1:30 AM
Sunday, January 28	Round of 16, Match 3	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	10:30 PM
Monday, January 29	Round of 16, Match 4	Stade de San Pédro	1:30 AM
Monday, January 29	Round of 16, Match 5	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	10:30 PM
Tuesday, January 30	Round of 16, Match 6	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	1:30 AM
Tuesday, January 30	Round of 16, Match 7	Amadou Gon Coulibaly Stadium	10:30 PM
Wednesday, January 31	Round of 16, Match 8	Stade de San Pédro	1:30 AM
Friday, February 2	Quarter-final 1	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	10:30 PM
Saturday, February 3	Quarter-final 2	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	1:30 AM
Saturday, February 3	Quarter-final 3	Stade Bouaké	10:30 PM
Sunday, February 4	Quarter-final 4	Stade Charles Konan Banny de Yamoussoukro	1:30 AM
Wednesday, February 7	Semi-final 1	Stade Bouaké	10:30 PM
Thursday, February 8	Semi-final 2	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	1:30 AM
Sunday, February 11	Third-place playoff	Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny	1:30 AM
Monday, February 12	Africa Cup of Nations 2023 final	Olympic Stadium of Ebimpé	1:30 AM

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Live streaming, AFC Asian Cup 2023 starts on January 12: Where to watch - full schedule

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 will start on January 12 and conclude on February 10 in Qatar.

Organised by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC), the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup will see 24 teams compete in a total of 51 matches to be played in nine venues.

Earlier, Qatar replaced China as the host of the upcoming quadrennial international football tournament due to the COVID-19 pandemic and China's Zero-COVID policy.

Originally scheduled to be held from June 16 to July 16, 2023, the tournament was postponed due to the high summer temperatures and Qatar's participation in the CONCACAF Gold Cup 2023. However, it retained the original name for both existing sponsorship and logistical purposes.

As per the format, the participating teams have been divided into six groups of four teams each.

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 final will be played at the Lusail Stadium on February 10.

Qatar are the defending champions of the AFC Asian Cup after beating Japan 3-1 in the 2019 final.

Meanwhile, Japan are the most successful team in the AFC Asian Cup with four titles so far. Saudi Arabia and Iran have won the competition three times each.

The Indian football team will mark their fifth appearance in the AFC Asian Cup 2023. They previously qualified for the tournament in 1964, 1984, 2011 and 2019.

AFC Asian Cup 2023 groups and teams

Group A: Qatar, China, Tajikistan, Lebanon

Group B: Australia, Uzbekistan, India, Syria

Group C: Iran, United Arab Emirates, Hong Kong, Palestine

Group D: Japan, Indonesia, Iraq, Vietnam

Group E: South Korea, Malaysia, Jordan, Bahrain

Group F: Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Kyrgyzstan, Oman

Where to watch AFC Asian Cup 2023 live in India

The AFC Asian Cup 2023 matches will be telecast live on Sports18 Network’s TV channels in India.

Live streaming of the AFC Asian Cup 2023 will be available on the JioCinema app and website.

AFC Asian Cup 2023 schedule, venues and live match start times

All times are in India Standard Time (IST)

Day and Date	Match	Venue	Time (IST)
Friday, January 12	Qatar vs Lebanon	Lusail Stadium, Lusail	9:30 PM
Saturday, January 13	Australia vs India	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Saturday, January 13	China vs Tajikistan	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:00 PM
Saturday, January 13	Uzbekistan vs Syria	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	11:00 PM
Sunday, January 14	Japan vs Vietnam	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	5:00 PM
Sunday, January 14	United Arab Emirates vs Hong Kong	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:00 PM
Sunday, January 14	Iran vs Palestine	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	11:00 PM
Monday, January 15	South Korea vs Bahrain	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Monday, January 15	Indonesia vs Iraq	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:00 PM
Monday, January 15	Malaysia vs Jordan	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	11:00 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Thailand vs Kyrgyzstan	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:00 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Saudi Arabia vs Oman	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	11:00 PM
Wednesday, January 17	Lebanon vs China	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	5:00 PM
Wednesday, January 17	Tajikistan vs Qatar	Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor	8:00 PM
Thursday, January 18	Syria vs Australia	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Thursday, January 18	India vs Uzbekistan	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:00 PM
Thursday, January 18	Palestine vs United Arab Emirates	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	11:00 PM
Friday, January 19	Iraq vs Japan	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Friday, January 19	Vietnam vs Indonesia	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:00 PM
Friday, January 19	Hong Kong vs Iran	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	11:00 PM
Saturday, January 20	Jordan vs South Korea	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	5:00 PM
Saturday, January 20	Bahrain vs Malaysia	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:00 PM
Sunday, January 21	Oman vs Thailand	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:00 PM
Sunday, January 21	Kyrgyzstan vs Saudi Arabia	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	11:00 PM
Monday, January 22	Qatar vs China	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:30 PM
Monday, January 22	Tajikistan vs Lebanon	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:30 PM
Tuesday, January 23	Australia vs Uzbekistan	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	5:00 PM
Tuesday, January 23	Syria vs India	Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor	5:00 PM
Tuesday, January 23	Iran vs United Arab Emirates	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:30 PM
Tuesday, January 23	Hong Kong vs Palestine	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:30 PM
Wednesday, January 24	Japan vs Indonesia	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	5:00 PM
Wednesday, January 24	Iraq vs Vietnam	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Thursday, January 25	South Korea vs Malaysia	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	5:00 PM
Thursday, January 25	Jordan vs Bahrain	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Thursday, January 25	Saudi Arabia vs Thailand	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:30 PM
Thursday, January 25	Kyrgyzstan vs Oman	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	8:30 PM
Sunday, January 28	Round of 16, Winner Group B vs 3rd Group A/C/D	Jassim bin Hamad Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Sunday, January 28	Round of 16, Runner-up Group A vs Runner-up Group C	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	9:30 PM
Monday, January 29	Round of 16, Winner Group D vs 3rd Group B/E/F	Khalifa International Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Monday, January 29	Round of 16, Winner Group A vs 3rd Group C/D/E	Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor	9:30 PM
Tuesday, January 30	Round of 16, Runner-up Group B vs Runner-up Group F	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	5:00 PM
Tuesday, January 30	Round of 16, Winner Group F vs Runner-up Group E	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	9:30 PM
Wednesday, January 31	Round of 16, Winner Group E vs Runner-up Group D	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	5:00 PM
Wednesday, January 31	Round of 16, Winner Group C vs 3rd Group A/B/F	Abdullah bin Khalifa Stadium, Doha	9:30 PM
Friday, February 2	Quarter-final 1	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Friday, February 2	Quarter-final 2	Al Janoub Stadium, Al Wakrah	9:00 PM
Saturday, February 3	Quarter-final 3	Education City Stadium, Al Rayyan	5:00 PM
Saturday, February 3	Quarter-final 4	Al Bayt Stadium, Al Khor	9:00 PM
Tuesday, February 6	Semi-final 1	Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, Al Rayyan	8:30 PM
Wednesday, February 7	Semi-final 2	Al Thumama Stadium, Doha	8:30 PM
Saturday, February 10	AFC Asian Cup 2023 final	Lusail Stadium, Lusail	8:30 PM

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Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Dream11 prediction - get English League Cup 2023-24 football fantasy tips

Middlesbrough (MIDD) will host Chelsea (CHE) in the first leg of the English League Cup 2023-24 semi-finals to be played at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough, England. The MIDD vs CHE Carabao Cup 2023-24 match will start at 1:30 AM IST on Wednesday, January 10.

Under manager Michael Carrick, Middlesbrough secured their place in the last four after beating Port Vale 3-0 in the quarter-finals.

On the other hand, Chelsea defeated last season’s finalists Newcastle United in a nail-biting penalty shootout in the quarters to book their place in the semi-finals

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea form guide

Middlesbrough: L, L, W, L, W

Chelsea: W, W, W, L, W

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea head-to-head

The Middlesbrough vs Chelsea head-to-head record favours the Blues. Chelsea have won 57 of the 117 matches that they have played so far. Middlesbrough have registered 31 victories, while 29 matches have ended in draws.

The last time these two sides met, Chelsea secured a 2-0 win over Middlesbrough in a FA Cup quarter-final encounter at the Riverside Stadium in March 2022.

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Dream11 fantasy football prediction for English League Cup 2023-24

Chelsea head into the game high on confidence, having won four of their last five matches across all competitions.

Middlesbrough, on the other hand, have suffered three defeats and registered two wins in their last five clashes.

Furthermore, Chelsea have a superior head-to-head record against Middlesbrough and will start as favourites in the first leg encounter.

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea fantasy football team tips for English League Cup 2023-24

Top tip: Best forward

Chelsea star forward Raheem Sterling will lead the front line in their semi-final clash against Middlesbrough. The 29-year-old has netted seven goals and provided six assists in 22 matches across all competitions this season. He will look to continue his good form against the EFL Championship side and will be a quality fantasy pick at 9 credits.

Top tip: Best midfielder

Chelsea’s Cole Palmer will be a player to watch out for in the midfield. The young footballer has been one of the standout players for the Blues this season, having scored 10 goals in 23 matches. The 21-year-old has also registered seven assists including two assists in the ongoing English League Cup. At 9 credits, Cole Palmer will be a great fantasy pick for this clash.

Top tip: Best defender and goalkeeper

Among the defenders, Chelsea’s experienced footballer Thiago Silva will be the overwhelming choice for this clash at 7.5 credits. The 39-year-old will play a key role alongside Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi and Levi Colwill in the defence. Silva will aim to bring his experience into play to put the Blues in an advantageous position heading into the second leg at Stamford Bridge.

For the goalkeeper spot, Middlesbrough’s Tom Glover will be the preferred choice over Dorde Petrovic of Chelsea. The 26-year-old Australian goalkeeper Glover kept a clean sheet against Port Vale in the quarter-finals to guide his side to the last four. Glover will be a worthy fantasy pick for this clash at 6 credits.

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea playing XI (probable)

Middlesbrough playing XI (probable): Tom Glover (goalkeeper); Rav Van den Berg, Matthew Clarke, Dael Fry, Alex Bangura; Jonny Howson, Daniel Barlaser; Isaiah Jones, Matt Crooks, Latte Lath; Josh Coburn

Chelsea playing XI (probable): Dorde Petrovic (goalkeeper); Malo Gusto, Axel Disasi, Thiago Silva, Levi Colwill; Conor Gallagher, Enzo Fernandez; Noni Madueke, Cole Palmer, Raheem Sterling; Armando Broja

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Kalinga Super Cup 2024, live streaming: Teams vie for AFC Champions League 2 spot - full schedule

The Kalinga Super Cup 2024 will start on January 9 and conclude on January 28 in Odisha.

Organised by the All India Football Federation (AIFF), the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 will see 16 teams compete for the title.

Bengaluru FC, Chennaiyin FC, East Bengal FC, FC Goa, Hyderabad FC, Jamshedpur FC, Kerala Blasters FC, Mohun Bagan Super Giant, Mumbai City FC, NorthEast United FC, Punjab FC and Odisha FC are the 12 ISL teams that have directly qualified for the group stage.

Gokulam Kerala FC, Sreenidi Deccan FC, Shillong Lajong FC, Inter Kashi, and Rajasthan United FC are the five teams from I-League that have confirmed their participation in the fourth edition of the Super Cup.

Meanwhile, Gokulam Kerala FC, Sreenidi Deccan FC and Shillong Lajong FC have secured their spots in the group stage.

Inter Kashi, and Rajasthan United FC will compete in a single-leg qualifying play-off to determine the fourth and final I-League team in the group stage.

The 16 teams in the main draw have been divided into four groups of four teams each. Each team will play the other sides in their group once.

The group winners will qualify for the semi-finals. The Kalinga Super 2024 final is scheduled to be played on January 28, 2024.

All the matches of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 will be played at two different venues in Odisha.

The winner of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 will qualify for the 2024-25 AFC Champions League 2 preliminary stage.

Odisha FC are the defending champions of the Super Cup. They beat Bengaluru FC 2-1 to win the 2023 edition at the EMS Stadium in Kozhikode.

Kalinga Super Cup 2024 groups and teams

Group A: Mohun Bagan Super Giant, East Bengal FC, Hyderabad FC, Sreenidi Deccan

Group B: Kerala Blasters FC, NorthEast United FC, Jamshedpur FC, Shillong Lajong

Group C: Mumbai City FC, Chennaiyin FC, Punjab FC, Gokulam Kerala

Group D: FC Goa, Odisha FC, Bengaluru FC, Qualifier winner

Where to watch Kalinga Super Cup 2024 live

The Kalinga Super Cup 2024 matches will be telecast live on Sports18 Network’s TV channels.

Live streaming of the Kalinga Super Cup 2024 will be available on the JioCinema app and website.

Kalinga Super Cup 2024 schedule and live match start times

All times in India Standard Time (IST)

Day and Date	Match	Venue	Time (IST)
Tuesday, January 9	East Bengal vs Hyderabad FC	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Tuesday, January 9	Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Sreenidi Deccan	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Wednesday, January 10	Kerala Blasters FC vs Shillong Lajong	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Wednesday, January 10	NorthEast United FC vs Jamshedpur FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Thursday, January 11	Mumbai City FC vs Gokulam Kerala	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Thursday, January 11	Chennaiyin FC vs Punjab FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Friday, January 12	FC Goa vs Qualifier Winner	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Friday, January 12	Odisha FC vs Bengaluru FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Sunday, January 14	Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs Hyderabad FC	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Sunday, January 14	East Bengal FC vs Sreenidi Deccan	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Monday, January 15	NorthEast United FC vs Shillong Lajong	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Monday, January 15	Kerala Blasters FC vs Jamshedpur FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Chennaiyin FC vs Gokulam Kerala	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Tuesday, January 16	Mumbai City FC vs Punjab FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Wednesday, January 17	FC Goa vs Bengaluru FC	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Wednesday, January 17	Odisha FC vs Qualifier Winner	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Friday, January 19	Hyderabad FC vs Sreenidi Deccan	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Friday, January 19	Mohun Bagan Super Giant vs East Bengal FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Saturday, January 20	Jamshedpur FC vs Shillong Lajong	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Saturday, January 20	Kerala Blasters FC vs NorthEast United FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Sunday, January 21	Punjab FC vs Gokulam Kerala	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Sunday, January 21	Mumbai City FC vs Chennaiyin FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Monday, January 22	Bengaluru FC vs Qualifier Winner	Kalinga Stadium - Pitch 1	2:00 PM
Monday, January 22	FC Goa vs Odisha FC	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Wednesday, January 24	Semi-final 1	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Thursday, January 25	Semi-final 2	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM
Sunday, January 28	Kalinga Super Cup 2024 final	Kalinga Stadium - Main Pitch	7:30 PM

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Live streaming, Middlesbrough vs Chelsea in Carabao Cup 2023-24 semi-finals - where to watch in India

Five-time EFL Cup winners Chelsea will lock horns with second-tier outfit Middlesbrough in the first leg of the Carabao Cup 2023-24 semi-finals to be played at the Riverside Stadium in Middlesbrough, England.

The Middlesbrough vs Chelsea EFL Cup 2023-24 match will start at 1:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on Wednesday, January 10. Live streaming will be available in India.

Under manager Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea booked their place in the last four after beating last season’s finalists Newcastle United in a nail-biting penalty shootout in December.

Earlier, the Blues pipped Championship outfit Blackburn Rovers 2-0 at Stamford Bridge in the Round of 16.

Chelsea will head into the Carabao Cup game after thrashing Preston North End FC 4-0 in the third round of the FA Cup 2023-24.

On the other hand, Middlesbrough secured a comprehensive 3-0 win over Port Vale in the ongoing EFL Cup quarter-finals.

However, the EFL Championship side will aim to bounce back after suffering a 0-1 defeat against Aston Villa in the FA Cup third round.

Ahead of the clash, Chelsea will miss the services of several of their stars including Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Reece James, Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, Robert Sanchez, Lesley Ugochukwu, Trevoh Chalobah, Romeo Lavia, Benoit Badiashile and Carney Chukwuemeka.

For Middlesbrough, the likes of Samuel Silvera, Riley McGree, Seny Dieng, Finn Azaz, Sam Greenwood, Tom Smith, Marcus Forss, Patrick McNair, Lewis O'Brien and Darragh Lenihan will be unavailable for selection.

Middlesbrough vs Chelsea head-to-head

Chelsea have a superior head-to-head record against Middlesbrough across competitions, winning 57 of the 117 matches that they have played so far. Middlesbrough have secured 31 victories, while 29 matches have ended in draws.

The last time these two sides met, Chelsea beat Middlesbrough 2-0 in a FA Cup quarter-final clash at the Riverside Stadium in March 2022.

Where to watch Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Carabao Cup 2023-24 semi-final live in India?

Live streaming of the Middlesbrough vs Chelsea Carabao Cup 2023-24 semi-final will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

There will be no live telecast of the Middlesbrough vs Chelsea EFL Cup 2023-24 semi-final on any TV channel in India.

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Barbastro vs Barcelona in Copa del Rey 2023-24 Round of 32 clash - watch live streaming in India

Reigning La Liga champions FC Barcelona will take on fourth-tier club UD Barbastro in the Round of 32 clash of the Copa del Rey 2023-24 at the Estadio Municipal de Deportes in Barbastro, Spain.

The Barbastro vs Barcelona Copa del Rey match will start at 1:30 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on Monday, January 8.

Barcelona have been the most successful team in Copa del Rey history with 31 titles. However, they were knocked out by arch-rivals Real Madrid (1-4) in a two-legged semi-finals last season.

Under manager Xavier Hernandez, Barcelona will head into the game after beating Las Palmas 2-1 in a closely-fought La Liga encounter.

With the win, Barcelona jumped to the third spot in the La Liga 2023-24 standings with 41 points from 19 games, seven points behind leaders Real Madrid.

Munir El Haddadi put Las Palmas in the lead, before Ferran Torres equalised for Barcelona in the second half.

Star midfielder Ilkay Gundogan later converted the decisive penalty in the 93rd minute to help Barcelona bag three crucial points from the game.

On the other hand, Barbastro are one of the two fourth-tier outfits to have qualified for the Round of 32 in the ongoing Copa del Rey.

Led by manager Dani Martinez, Barbastro defeated SD Ponferradina 1-0 in the first round and later pipped La Liga side Almeria 1-0 to enter the Round of 32.

Barbastro have been inconsistent in the Segunda Federacion and are currently placed ninth in the Group 2 standings with 21 points from 16 matches.

Ahead of the clash, Barcelona have several injury concerns as the likes of Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gavi, Marcos Alonso, Pedri and Joao Cancelo have been ruled out due to injuries.

Defender Inigo Martinez could make a return to the squad after recovering from his thigh injury.

Despite the injuries, Barcelona will be overwhelming favourites to beat Barbastro and move to the Round of 16.

Barbastro vs Barcelona head-to-head

This will be the first meeting between Barbastro and Barcelona in the Copa del Rey.

However, Barbastro played against Barcelona’s reserve team previously. One of the memorable clashes was when Pep Guardiola’s Barça B beat Barbastro in two legged semi-finals in the 2007-08 season to secure promotion to the old Division 2A at the Estadio Municipal de Deportes.

Where to watch Barbastro vs Barcelona Copa del Rey 2023-24 match live in India?

Live streaming of the Barbastro vs Barcelona Copa del Rey 2023-24 round of 32 match will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

There will be no live telecast of the Barbastro vs Barcelona Copa del Rey match on any TV channel in India.

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Arandina vs Real Madrid in Copa del Rey 2023-24 Round of 32 clash - watch live streaming in India

Defending champions Real Madrid will lock horns with fourth-tier outfit Arandina in the Round of 32 clash of the Copa del Rey 2023-24 at the Estadio El Montecillo in Aranda de Duero, Spain.

The Arandina vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey match will start at 2:00 AM Indian Standard Time (IST) on Sunday, January 7.

Real Madrid are the third most successful team in Copa del Rey history with 20 titles. Los Blancos are also the reigning champions of the annual Spanish tournament after beating Osasuna 2-1 in the 2022-23 final at the Estadio de La Cartuja in Seville, Spain.

Under the tutelage of manager Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid will head into the Copa del Rey encounter with a 1-0 win over Mallorca at the Santiago Bernabéu in their previous game in the La Liga 2023-24.

Star defender Antonio Rudiger netted the match-winning goal in the 78th minute of the game.

Having registered 15 wins, three draws and one defeat, Real Madrid are currently at the top of the La Liga 2023-24 standings with 48 points from 19 matches.

On the other hand, Arandina started their Copa del Rey 2023-24 campaign with a 1-0 victory against Real Murcia before they stunned La Liga club Cadiz 2-1 at home to enter the Round of 32.

While Arandina secured promotion from Tercera Federacion to Segunda Federacion last season, they have struggled in the ongoing season.

With just two wins in 16 matches, Arandina are placed at the bottom of the Group 1 standings with 10 points.

Meanwhile, the hosts will enter the clash with a 1-3 defeat at Marino de Luanco on December 17.

Real Madrid will miss the services of Thibaut Courtois, Eder Militao and David Alaba, all of whom are ruled out due to injuries.

The likes of Ferland Mendy and Eduardo Camavinga are also doubtful for the upcoming clash.

However, Nacho is back from suspension and will be available for selection.

For Arandina, there are no major injury concerns ahead of the marquee clash.

Arandina vs Real Madrid head-to-head

This will be the first meeting between Arandina and Real Madrid in the Copa del Rey.

Where to watch Arandina vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey 2023-24 match live in India?

Live streaming of the Arandina vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey 2023-24 round of 32 match will be available on the FanCode app and website in India.

There will be no live telecast of the Arandina vs Real Madrid Copa del Rey match on any TV channel in India.

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FIFA World Cup 2026: Expansion, Hosts, Breakout Stars, Legends & More

The 2026 World Cup may still be on the distant horizon, but that has not stopped football enthusiasts from offering predictions ahead of the prestigious tournament.

The previous edition delivered a captivating spectacle as Argentina overcame a shocking start to navigate through a thrilling knockout phase before clinching their third World Cup title.

As the reigning champions set their sights on justifying their status as one of the bookmakers’ favourites to defend the title, formidable competitors from across the globe are poised to mount a serious challenge.

Qatar had the footballing world glued to their screens, and there's a feeling that the upcoming tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada will have a similar effect.

With significant changes, including an expanded team line-up, the 2026 World Cup is gearing up to be the largest and most captivating edition in the tournament's storied history.

We analyse some of the intriguing talking points ahead of the showpiece tournament.

Expansion to 48 Teams

One of the significant transformations for the 2026 World Cup is the tournament's expansion from 32 teams to 48 teams.

This expansion not only broadens the global stage for football but also offers more nations the opportunity to showcase their talent amidst the world's greatest teams.

The increased number of teams injects heightened excitement into the competition, allowing lesser-known nations a platform to leave their mark on the world football map.

There is also a surge in available qualification spots, enabling more nations to secure their position in the World Cup through a rigorous and competitive qualification process.

This expansion ensures that countries previously on the periphery now stand an enhanced chance of earning their place among the football elite.

Hosts Qualify Automatically

The hosts of the 2026 World Cup - Canada, Mexico and the United States - will all receive automatic berths for the tournament.

FIFA has historically given host nations the right to play in the World Cup without qualifying, but this is the first time they have set aside three spots.

Their participation is guaranteed to ramp interest in the World Cup in each of the respective nations, ensuring that there will be a vibrant atmosphere throughout the tournament.

Will Evan Ferguson be a breakout star at the tournament?

As anticipation builds for the 2026 World Cup, football fans are speculating about which potential breakout stars may grace the global stage with their exceptional skills and emerge as the tournament's revelations.

Given his remarkable performances for Brighton & Hove Albion, Evan Ferguson is one player to keep an eye on, assuming the Republic of Ireland can get their act together to qualify for a major tournament.

They failed to qualify for the 2024 European Championship in Germany, leaving a lot to be desired about their chances of landing a spot in the World Cup.

Ireland will be one of the outsiders with the bookmakers to lift the trophy, but the extended format does improve their chances of featuring in the tournament.

Punters on the best football betting sites in Ireland will be monitoring their progress with interest and will hope the appointment of a new manager gives them the chance to upset the odds.

Can Argentina retain their crown?

Argentina's journey in Qatar was a rollercoaster, marked by the shock defeat against Saudi Arabia in the curtain raiser to the jaw-dropping showdown with France in the final.

The pressure now mounts on the three-time champions, especially with their coveted crown up for grabs against formidable rivals, including 2022 finalists France.

Lionel Messi orchestrated Argentina's triumph with a spellbinding display, notching seven goals and three assists, scoring in each knockout round, including a memorable brace in the final.

Messi's stellar performance earned him the Golden Ball, making history as the first player to claim the award twice, having won it in Brazil in 2014.

Having finally laid hands on the prize that has eluded him throughout his illustrious career, question marks have been raised over Messi's involvement in the 2026 World Cup.

His performances in Qatar played a significant role in landing a historic eighth Ballon d'Or award, but the diminutive magician will be 38 at the upcoming tournament and is highly likely to miss out.

Argentina's chances of claiming back-to-back triumph on the global stage takes a significant hit without Messi in the picture, but it also opens the door for another unlikely hero to emerge.

Can Cristiano Ronaldo have one last hurrah?

Much like his iconic counterpart, Cristiano Ronaldo's involvement in the 2026 World Cup has also been called into question.

His performance in Qatar was nothing short of underwhelming, scoring just once in five appearances and failing to inspire Portugal past the quarter-finals.

The 38-year-old continues to perform at a high level, tearing up the Saudi Pro League with 32 goals in 39 appearances for Al-Nassr, and he doesn't look like hitting the brakes anytime soon.

The footballing legend would be 40 at the upcoming World Cup, but you wouldn't put it past him to spearhead Portugal's attack in search of one last hurrah on the grandest stage.

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