Football
Erling Haaland Signs Record-Breaking 9.5-Year Contract Extension with Manchester City

Manchester City has secured the long-term future of their star striker Erling Haaland, who has signed a historic 9.5-year contract extension, keeping him at the Etihad Stadium until 2034. The Premier League champions officially announced the deal on Friday, ensuring the Norwegian goal machine remains an integral part of their squad for the next decade.
Haaland’s previous contract was set to expire in June 2027, but City moved quickly to secure their talisman with a new deal that underlines his importance to the club’s ambitions.
The 24-year-old striker, who joined City from Borussia Dortmund in 2022, has been a phenomenal force in English football, netting an astonishing 111 goals in just 126 appearances. His prolific form played a crucial role in Manchester City’s historic treble-winning season in 2022-23, where they clinched the Premier League, FA Cup, and UEFA Champions League titles.
Expressing his delight at the new deal, Haaland stated, “I am really happy to have signed my new contract and to be able to look forward to spending even more time at this great club. Manchester City is a special club, full of fantastic people with amazing supporters, and it’s the type of environment that helps bring the best out of everybody.”
City’s outgoing director of football, Txiki Begiristain, hailed the deal as a statement of intent from both the player and the club. “Everyone at the club is absolutely delighted that Erling has signed his new contract. The fact he is signed for so long demonstrates our commitment to him as a player, and his love of this club. He has made an incredible impact already in his time here, and his amazing numbers and records speak for themselves.”
Haaland’s contract extension marks one of the longest in Premier League history and solidifies City’s ambitions to remain dominant in English and European football for years to come.
Haaland’s Record-Breaking Stats at Manchester City:
- Appearances: 126
- Goals: 111
- Premier League Golden Boots: 1 (2022-23 season)
- Trophies Won: Premier League, FA Cup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and FIFA Club World Cup
With Haaland committed to the club until 2034, Manchester City fans can expect many more years of record-breaking performances and unforgettable moments from one of the world’s most lethal strikers.
Football
Super 8 Round Begins with Exciting Matches Amid Media Coverage Concerns
The Super 8 round of the Sri Lanka Schools Football Championship 2025 kicked off at Kelaniya Football Grounds, featuring dominant performances and intense competition. However, despite Sri Lankan Sports TV officially requesting media coverage access, the organizers failed to respond, raising concerns regarding transparency and event management.
Matchday 1 (14th February 2025)
🔹 St. Joseph’s College 4-0 Darussalam College
St. Joseph’s College started strong with a commanding 4-0 victory over Darussalam College. R. Bright stole the show with an impressive hat-trick, leading his team to an emphatic win.
🔹 Alighar National School 3-0 Kalutara Muslim Central College (Walkover)
Kalutara Muslim Central College was unable to participate due to unforeseen circumstances, resulting in a 3-0 walkover victory for Alighar National School.
Matchday 2 (15th February 2025)
🔹 Hameed Al Husseinie College 1-0 Al Falah College
A closely contested match saw Hameed Al Husseinie College secure a 1-0 win against Al Falah College, demonstrating solid defense and tactical play.
🔹 Zahira College 4-0 St. Patrick’s College
Zahira College put on a dominant display, winning 4-0 against St. Patrick’s College. Their attacking force looked sharp, sending a strong statement for the upcoming matches.
Media Coverage Dispute
Despite Sri Lankan Sports TV’s formal request to live stream the matches, the organizers refused to provide access, citing the need for approval from FFSL. However, the legal rights for the tournament remain with Sri Lankan Sports TV, making this an unfortunate situation for fans and stakeholders eager for wider coverage.
Stay tuned for further updates on Sri Lankan Sports TV.
Football
Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025: Super 8 Fixtures and Grouping
The Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025 – Under 20 Division 1 Boys’ Football Tournament has progressed to the Super 8 Round, with eight teams competing in two groups. The Sri Lanka Schools Football Association (SLSFA) is conducting the tournament in collaboration with the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL).
Super 8 Grouping
Group A
- Alighar National School – Eravur
- Darussalam College – Colombo 10
- St. Joseph’s College – Colombo 10
- Kalutara Muslim Central College
Group B
- Zahira College – Colombo
- Hameed Al Husseinie College – Colombo 12
- Al Falah College – Negombo
- St. Patrick’s College – Jaffna
Match Venues and Schedule
The Super 8 Round matches are scheduled to be played at Kelaniya Football Complex, whereas last year’s second round matches were held at Sugathadasa Stadium under the hosting of Sri Lankan Sports TV.
Super 8 Round Fixtures
Match Day | Date | Time | Group | Match |
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MD-1 | 14.02.2025 (Fri) | 8:00 AM | A | Darussalam College vs St. Joseph’s College |
14.02.2025 (Fri) | 3:00 PM | A | Alighar National School vs Kalutara Muslim Central College | |
MD-2 | 15.02.2025 (Sat) | 8:00 AM | B | Hameed Al Husseinie College vs Al Falah College |
15.02.2025 (Sat) | 3:00 PM | B | Zahira College vs St. Patrick’s College | |
MD-3 | 17.02.2025 (Mon) | 8:00 AM | A | St. Joseph’s College vs Alighar National School |
17.02.2025 (Mon) | 3:00 PM | A | Kalutara Muslim Central College vs Darussalam College | |
MD-4 | 18.02.2025 (Tue) | 8:00 AM | B | Al Falah College vs Zahira College |
18.02.2025 (Tue) | 3:00 PM | B | St. Patrick’s College vs Hameed Al Husseinie College | |
MD-5 | 20.02.2025 (Thu) | TBC | A | Alighar National School vs Darussalam College |
20.02.2025 (Thu) | TBC | A | St. Joseph’s College vs Kalutara Muslim Central College | |
MD-6 | 21.02.2025 (Fri) | TBC | B | Zahira College vs Hameed Al Husseinie College |
21.02.2025 (Fri) | TBC | B | Al Falah College vs St. Patrick’s College |
Knockout Stage (Venue & Date TBC)
- Semi-Final 1: Group A 1st place vs Group B 2nd place
- Semi-Final 2: Group B 1st place vs Group A 2nd place
- Final: Winners of Semi-Final 1 vs Winners of Semi-Final 2
Further details regarding match venues and times for the knockout stage will be announced later.
Football
Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025: Super 8 Round Begins with Mixed Feelings
The Super 8 Round of the Sri Lanka Schools National Championship 2025 for Under-20 Division 1 Boys’ Football has kicked off with eight of the best school teams in the country vying for national glory. The organization of the tournament has caused great controversy in the locally based footballing fraternity.
Centroid Super 8 Elaborates Teams and Match Venues
Super 8 Round: Top 8 teams competing for Super 8 Round.
Group A
- Alighar National School – Eravur
- Darussalam College – Colombo 10
- Joseph, St. Joseph’s College – Colombo 10
- Kaluthra Muslim Central College
Group B
- Zahira College – Colombo
- Hameed Al Husseinie College – Colombo 12
- Al Falah College – Negombo
- St.Patrick’s College – Jaffna
This year, the Super 8 matches are being played at Kelaniya Football Complex, which is a significant step down from last year when Sri Lankan Sports TV managed to get the second-round onwards matches at the more prestigious Sugathadasa Stadium.
Sri Lankan Sports TV’s Role Ignored
The controversy arises because Sri Lankan Sports TV proposed and streamlined the Super 8 format in the first place to raise the standard of the tournament. In hypocrisy, the executing agencies of these projects, namely the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL) & Sri Lanka Schools Football Association (SLFA), are proceeding to run the show without so much as a mention on the original concept developers or acknowledging any collaboration.
Aasgard Sports, who are the holders of the rights to this tournament for 5 years, has been totally ignored in all this. The Ministry of Education, Secretary, and Director of Physical Education have disregarded repeated complaints, whether due to incompetence or indifference toward proper governance or ethical sports management.
Wishing for Fair Play in School Football
Regardless of these obstacles, Sri Lankan Sports TV is dedicated to advancing school football in Sri Lanka. We wish that FFSL and SLFA will run this tournament with the transparency, fairness and professionalism that the players and fans genuinely deserve.
Sri Lankan Sports TV will bring you unparalleled coverage, including breaking news, fixture updates, and behind-the-scenes access to all the action.
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