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Australia’s Asian Cup credentials face first real test in quarter-finals

DOHA: Australia’s Asian Cup title credentials and stingy defence will be properly put to the test for the first time...

Published 29 Jan, 2024 05:39pm

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Palestine expect ‘celebration’ in debut of Asian Cup last 16

DOHA: Palestine striker Tamer Seyam said Monday’s historic Asian Cup last-16 match against hosts Qatar will be a...

Published 28 Jan, 2024 05:24pm

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Pochettino wants to build side worthy of Chelsea’s history

LONDON: Mauricio Pochettino aims to build a Chelsea team with the “capacity to win titles” as he bids to create a...

Published 24 Jan, 2024 08:05pm

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Ronaldo ‘health reason’ spurs sudden delay of two China matches

BEIJING: A rare chance for Chinese football fans to see Cristiano Ronaldo play in their country was scuppered...

Published 23 Jan, 2024 08:09pm

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Syria beat India to reach Asian Cup knockouts for first time

DOHA: Syria reached the Asian Cup knockout rounds for the first time in their history on Tuesday with a 1-0 win over...

Published 23 Jan, 2024 08:06pm

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Salah has ‘proper tear’ in hamstring, sidelined 3-4 weeks

LIVERPOOL: Mohamed Salah has returned to England for treatment on a hamstring tear to give him the best possible...

Published 23 Jan, 2024 07:59pm

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Bayern ‘falling well short of expectations’, says coach Tuchel

BERLIN: Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel admitted on Tuesday his side “are falling well short of our expectations”...

Published 23 Jan, 2024 06:13pm

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Benzema feels under ‘pressure’, wants to leave Saudi club: source close to club

RIYADH: Karim Benzema feels under “pressure” at his Saudi club Al-Ittihad and wants to leave “temporarily”, a source...

Published 23 Jan, 2024 06:10pm

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Palestine eye ‘historic’ win to keep Asian Cup hopes alive

DOHA: Forward Tamer Seyam and his teammates “want to make a historic achievement for Palestine” when they face Hong...

Published 22 Jan, 2024 05:48pm

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Injured Salah convinced AFCON success will come ‘sooner or later’

ABIDJAN: Mohamed Salah said Sunday he is convinced he will win the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt “sooner or...

Published 21 Jan, 2024 07:13pm

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Mancini warns Saudis against Japan-type Asian Cup shock

DOHA: Roberto Mancini warned Saudi Arabia against falling victim to the kind of Asian Cup shock suffered by...

Published 20 Jan, 2024 06:08pm

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Hungry Madrid in better form but Barca strong: Xavi

RIYADH: Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez admitted Saturday that “hungry” rivals Real Madrid are in better form but...

Published 13 Jan, 2024 04:59pm

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Japan’s Endo vows to make Klopp wait by winning Asian Cup

DOHA: Jurgen Klopp may have to wait a while for the return of Wataru Endo after the Liverpool ace vowed on Saturday...

Published 13 Jan, 2024 04:39pm

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Verona striker Henry denounces death threats after Inter penalty miss

MILAN: Thomas Henry has lamented the death threats he and his family received after he missed a last-gasp penalty in...

Published 07 Jan, 2024 06:31pm

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Late Frattesi goal gives Inter 2-1 win over Verona in dramatic finish

MILAN: Inter Milan’s Davide Frattesi struck in added time to snatch a 2-1 win against Hellas Verona, who missed a...

Published 06 Jan, 2024 06:49pm

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Rooney hit hard by ‘setback’ after Birmingham City sacking

LONDON: Wayne Rooney said it would “take some time to get over this setback” after he was sacked as manager of...

Published 02 Jan, 2024 05:20pm

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Salah leads Egypt at African Cup of Nations

CAIRO: Mohamed Salah will lead Egypt at the African Cup of Nations in the Ivory Coast, skippering a 27-man squad...

Published 31 Dec, 2023 03:33pm

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FIFA suspends new agent rules worldwide until case in Europe settled

FIFA has temporarily suspended its new agent regulations (FFAR) worldwide until the European Court of Justice gives...

Published 30 Dec, 2023 07:22pm

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Pochettino says ‘crazy to think’ he won’t be involved in Chelsea’s Jan transfer window

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino said he is confident of having a say when the Premier League side embarks on...

Published 30 Dec, 2023 05:41pm

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Gakpo backs Liverpool forwards to fill in for absent Salah

LONDON: Liverpool’s Cody Gakpo believes his side have the forward firepower to cope without Mohamed Salah when the...

Published 27 Dec, 2023 04:29pm

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Liverpool need slice of luck amid injury crisis, says Klopp

Liverpool will wrap Joe Gomez in cotton wool and pray the defender does not become yet another addition to the...

Published 25 Dec, 2023 10:39am

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Chelsea’s Pochettino rues early missed chances in Wolves defeat

Chelsea can only blame themselves for missing early chances in their 2-1 Premier League defeat at Wolverhampton...

Published 25 Dec, 2023 09:49am

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INEOS’s Ratcliffe agrees deal to buy 25 percent of Man Utd

LONDON: INEOS chairman Jim Ratcliffe has agreed a deal to buy a 25 percent stake in Manchester United for about...

Published 24 Dec, 2023 09:48pm

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Rangers beat Motherwell to close on Celtic

GLASGOW: Rangers beat Motherwell 2-0 at a wet and wild Fir Park on Sunday to return to within two points of Scottish...

Published 24 Dec, 2023 08:41pm

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Vlahovic nets winner as Juventus beat Frosinone 2-1

MILAN: Second-half substitute Dusan Vlahovic scored a late winner to give Juventus a 2-1 win over Frosinone in Serie...

Published 23 Dec, 2023 07:42pm

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West Ham leapfrog Man Utd with 2-0 win

LONDON: Jarrod Bowen and Mohammed Kudus’ second-half goals gave West Ham a 2-0 win over Manchester United in the...

Published 23 Dec, 2023 07:40pm

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PSG’s Luis Enrique happy to return to Spain in Champions League

Paris St Germain head coach Luis Enrique is happy to be facing Spanish side Real Sociedad in the Champions League...

Published 19 Dec, 2023 07:36pm

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Wenger defends expanded Club World Cup format amid concerns over player welfare

FIFA’s chief of Global Football Development Arsene Wenger said the governing body’s decision to expand the Club...

Published 19 Dec, 2023 07:27pm

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Dortmund forward Adeyemi to miss ‘several weeks’ with injury

BERLIN: Borussia Dortmund forward Karim Adeyemi will be missing for “several weeks” due to an ankle injury, the...

Published 18 Dec, 2023 05:28pm

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Reijnders delivers early Christmas present for impressive Milan

MILAN: A brilliant early goal from Tijjani Reijnders inspired AC Milan to a comfortable 3-0 win over Monza on Sunday...

Published 17 Dec, 2023 06:56pm

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Italy icon Chiellini calls time on playing career

MILAN: Giorgio Chiellini on Tuesday announced his retirement at the age of 39, bringing the curtain down on a...

Published 12 Dec, 2023 09:13pm

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Lukaku banned for one match after Fiorentina marching orders

MILAN: Romelu Lukaku has been given a one-match ban after being sent off late in Roma’s dramatic draw with...

Published 12 Dec, 2023 06:26pm

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic returns to AC Milan as advisor

MILAN: Zlatan Ibrahimovic has returned to AC Milan as an advisor to the Serie A club’s management, owners RedBird...

Published 11 Dec, 2023 06:24pm

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‘Great feeling’ for Salah after landmark Liverpool goal

LONDON: Mohamed Salah admitted his 200th Liverpool goal was a “great feeling” as the Egypt star urged his side to do...

Published 09 Dec, 2023 08:04pm

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FIFA confirm three candidates to host 2027 Women’s World Cup

PARIS: FIFA on Saturday confirmed that three bids to host the Women’s World Cup in 2027 had been lodged “across...

Published 09 Dec, 2023 05:12pm

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Ronaldinho says Mbappe could win Ballon d’Or with PSG

BANGKOK: Star French striker Kylian Mbappe can win the Ballon d’Or in “any team”, Ronaldinho told AFP Sunday, but...

Published 03 Dec, 2023 05:24pm

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PSG ‘far’ from Luis Enrique’s expectations before Newcastle clash

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain coach Luis Enrique said Monday his team were “far” from meeting his expectations and had...

Published 27 Nov, 2023 09:00pm

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Xavi says Porto match represents ‘turning point’ for Barcelona

BARCELONA: Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez says Tuesday’s Champions League match at home to FC Porto could be a...

Published 27 Nov, 2023 07:44pm

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Ticket revenues from Qatar Asian Cup to support Palestinians

DOHA: Ticket revenues for the Asian Cup 2023 in Qatar are to be donated to support Palestinian relief efforts, the...

Published 20 Nov, 2023 06:49pm

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Gavi faces surgery after serious knee injury on Spain duty

BARCELONA: Barcelona midfielder Gavi faces surgery after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament in Spain’s Euro 2024...

Published 20 Nov, 2023 06:26pm

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Messi’s 2022 World Cup jerseys to go up for auction

NEW YORK: A set of six jerseys that Lionel Messi wore during Argentina’s victorious 2022 World Cup run will be...

Published 20 Nov, 2023 06:23pm

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Ueda scores hat-trick as Japan thrash Myanmar to start World Cup bid

OSAKA: Ayase Ueda scored a hat-trick as Japan got their bid to reach an eighth straight World Cup off to an emphatic...

Published 16 Nov, 2023 05:47pm

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Khephren Thuram replaces injured Camavinga in France squad

PARIS: Midfielder Khephren Thuram was called into the France squad on Thursday to replace Eduardo Camavinga, who has...

Published 16 Nov, 2023 05:24pm

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Italy coach Spalletti calls up Mancini for Euro 2024 clashes

ROME: Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni has withdrawn from Italy’s last two Euro 2024 qualifiers and has been...

Published 16 Nov, 2023 05:23pm

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Beckham says Messi at Inter Miami is ‘our gift to America’

MUMBAI: David Beckham told AFP in an interview on Wednesday that his Inter Miami franchise signed Lionel Messi as...

Published 15 Nov, 2023 06:53pm

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Saudi Arabia only bidder for 2034 World Cup

LAUSANNE: Saudi Arabia is in line to host the 2034 World Cup after FIFA announced on Tuesday that the kingdom was ...

Published 31 Oct, 2023 10:29pm

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Mbappe strikes late to earn PSG win at Brest

BREST: A late Kylian Mbappe goal won the day for Paris Saint-Germain on Sunday as the side from the capital ran out...

Published 29 Oct, 2023 08:17pm

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Salah double downs 10-man Everton in controversial Merseyside derby

LIVERPOOL: Liverpool continued their stranglehold over local rivals Everton on Saturday, but had fortune on their...

Published 21 Oct, 2023 07:53pm

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Pakistan advance in World Cup qualifying as Hamid downs Cambodia

MACAU: Pakistan qualified for the second round of Asia’s World Cup 2026 preliminaries for the first time on Tuesday...

Published 17 Oct, 2023 08:58pm

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Messi doubtful for Argentina qualifier with Paraguay

MONTEVIDEO: Lionel Messi is doubtful for Argentina’s South American World Cup qualifier against Paraguay on Thursday...

Published 12 Oct, 2023 10:32am

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Messi called up for Argentina qualifiers despite injury

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina have called up Lionel Messi for their upcoming South American World Cup qualifiers despite...

Published 05 Oct, 2023 07:51pm

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UK and Ireland set to host Euro 2028 after Turkiye withdraws bid

LAUSANNE: A joint bid from the United Kingdom and Ireland to host Euro 2028 now has no rivals after Turkiye withdraw...

Published 04 Oct, 2023 06:06pm

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Messi misses Miami’s Atlanta trip due to fatigue: source

MIAMI: Lionel Messi will skip Inter Miami’s game at Atalanta United on Saturday having not travelled with the team...

Published 16 Sep, 2023 08:58pm

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Salah wants to stay at Liverpool, says Szoboszlai

LIVERPOOL: Mohamed Salah wants to remain at Liverpool despite interest from the Saudi Pro League, said his teammate...

Published 03 Sep, 2023 08:58pm

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Premier League clubs spend record 2.36bn pounds in transfer window

Premier League clubs spent a record 2.36 billion pounds ($2.97 billion) on new players in the transfer window that...

Published 02 Sep, 2023 05:29pm

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Lukaku gets Belgium call-up despite lack of playing time

Belgium’s record scorer Romelu Lukaku has been called up to their squad for this month’s European Championship...

Published 01 Sep, 2023 06:56pm

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Liverpool reject Al-Ittihad offer for Salah: reports

LONDON: Liverpool have rejected a blockbuster £150 million ($190 million) offer for Mohamed Salah from Saudi Arabian...

Published 01 Sep, 2023 06:09pm

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Ronaldo named in Portugal squad for Euro 2024 qualifiers

LISBON: Cristiano Ronaldo was named in Portugal’s squad on Friday for upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers against Slovakia...

Published 01 Sep, 2023 04:58pm

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Lukaku completes loan to Roma from Chelsea

MILAN: Romelu Lukaku completed his season-long loan move to Roma from Chelsea on Wednesday after being welcomed as a...

Published 30 Aug, 2023 09:09pm

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Lukaku says signing for Roma on loan from Chelsea: Belgian media

ROME: Romelu Lukaku has revealed he is set to sign for Roma from Chelsea, according to Belgian media on Saturday, as...

Published 26 Aug, 2023 06:58pm

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Tottenham beat Bournemouth to go top of the Premier League

LONDON: Tottenham’s bright start under Ange Postecoglou continued as James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski struck in a...

Published 26 Aug, 2023 06:56pm

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Neymar, Benzema to get first taste of Asian Champions League action

KUALA LUMPUR: Saudi Pro League superstar Neymar will get his first taste of Asian Champions League football after...

Published 24 Aug, 2023 05:08pm

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Spain tame England to win Women’s World Cup for first time

SYDNEY: Spain won the Women’s World Cup for the first time in their history with skipper Olga Carmona sweeping in...

Published 20 Aug, 2023 05:37pm

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Neymar set for gala welcome at megabucks Saudi club

RIYADH: Brazilian superstar Neymar will be unveiled to fans at Al-Hilal on Saturday as he becomes the latest...

Published 19 Aug, 2023 08:34pm

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Sweden take third place to spoil Australia’s World Cup party

BRISBANE: Sweden scored either side of half-time to spoil Australia’s party and claim third spot at the Women’s...

Published 19 Aug, 2023 05:45pm

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Emotional Kerr says Australia inspired nation with World Cup run

SYDNEY: An emotional Sam Kerr said her Australia side had inspired the host nation despite the crushing...

Published 16 Aug, 2023 07:02pm

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Ruthless England beat Australia to set up World Cup final with Spain

SYDNEY: Lauren Hemp and Alessia Russo did the damage late on in Sydney as England shattered Australian dreams...

Published 16 Aug, 2023 06:06pm

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Neymar ‘probably leaving’ Paris Saint-Germain: source

PARIS: Neymar is “probably leaving” Paris Saint-Germain, with an offer from Saudi Arabia said to be on the table, a...

Published 13 Aug, 2023 06:24pm

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Mbappe reinstated by PSG to first team

PARIS: French superstar Kylian Mbappe was reinstated in Paris Saint-Germain’s first team on Sunday after being...

Published 13 Aug, 2023 05:26pm

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England survive bruising Colombia test to reach World Cup semi-finals

SYDNEY: England fought back from a goal down to beat Colombia 2-1 on Saturday in a bruising encounter and set up a...

Published 12 Aug, 2023 06:57pm

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PSG sideline Mbappe for season-opener as Dembele arrives

PARIS: French superstar Kylian Mbappe has been left out of Paris Saint-Germain’s season opener on Saturday deepening...

Published 12 Aug, 2023 05:36pm

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Guardiola says Man City treble ‘once in a lifetime’ feat

LONDON: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said Thursday that last season’s remarkable treble success was a “once...

Published 10 Aug, 2023 06:25pm

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Man Utd sign Danish striker Hojlund from Atalanta

Manchester United have signed Denmark striker Rasmus Hojlund from Serie A side Atalanta on a five-year contract...

Published 05 Aug, 2023 06:41pm

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United States meet Sweden in heavyweight World Cup last-16 clash

AUCKLAND: The United States find themselves in unfamiliar territory as group runners-up at the Women’s World Cup and...

Published 05 Aug, 2023 06:37pm

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Ikeda delighted with ‘tougher’ Japan in Norway win

WELLINGTON: Japan are firming their status as one of the favourites to win the Women’s World Cup after romping into...

Published 05 Aug, 2023 06:33pm

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Klopp concerned over Saudi transfer window

SINGAPORE: Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp on Tuesday urged football authorities to address the late closure of the...

Published 01 Aug, 2023 06:09pm

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Australia captain Kerr ‘available’ for Canada World Cup clash

BRISBANE: Australia captain Sam Kerr has declared herself fit and “available” for the Matildas’ must-win Women’s...

Published 29 Jul, 2023 08:47am

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Man City’s Mahrez joins Saudi club Al-Ahli

LONDON: Manchester City forward Riyad Mahrez has joined Saudi side Al-Ahli, the two clubs announced on Friday,...

Published 28 Jul, 2023 05:17pm

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PSG say Saudi’s Al Hilal can talk to Mbappe after 300-million-euro bid: source

OSAKA: Paris Saint-Germain have given Saudi club Al Hilal permission to speak to Kylian Mbappe after tabling a...

Published 24 Jul, 2023 05:49pm

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Saudi spending spree won’t harm MLS’s Messi-led global push: Garber

FORT LAUDERDALE: Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber said Saudi Arabia’s big spending on international...

Published 17 Jul, 2023 10:03am

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Gimenez the hero as Mexico down Panama 1-0 to lift 9th Gold Cup

LOS ANGELES: Santiago Gimenez scored the game-winner minutes after entering the match Sunday as Mexico beat Panama...

Published 17 Jul, 2023 09:45am

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Ancelotti to coach Brazil from 2024 Copa America: source

SAO PAULO: Real Madrid’s Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti will take over as head coach of Brazil’s national team for...

Published 05 Jul, 2023 10:07am

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Neymar fined $3.3 million for building lake at mansion

RIO DE JANEIRO: A prosecutor in Brazil fined soccer star Neymar 16 million reais ($3.3 million) for building a lake...

Published 04 Jul, 2023 09:37am

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Ferreira hat-trick as USA hit six, Jamaica crush Trinidad

MIAMI: Jesus Ferreira struck a hat trick as the United States crushed St. Kitts and Nevis 6-0 in the CONCACAF Gold...

Published 29 Jun, 2023 09:55am

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Man Utd expect record revenue despite takeover saga

LONDON: Manchester United on Tuesday projected record annual revenue of up to £640 million ($815 million) in its...

Published 27 Jun, 2023 06:12pm

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Barcelona confirm Gundogan signing from Man City

BARCELONA: Ilkay Gundogan has signed for Barcelona on a free transfer at the end of his Manchester City contract,...

Published 26 Jun, 2023 05:25pm

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Messi set for July 21 debut, Miami planning ‘3-5’ signings

MIAMI: Inter Miami are targeting a July 21 debut for superstar signing Lionel Messi as the club plans to bolster the...

Published 20 Jun, 2023 09:39pm

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You know where Mbappe wants to go: Guardiola

BARCELONA: Pep Guardiola indicated Manchester City would not move for Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian...

Published 19 Jun, 2023 06:12pm

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Macron to ‘try to push’ for Mbappe to stay at PSG

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday he would “try to push” for Kylian Mbappe to stay at Paris...

Published 14 Jun, 2023 09:34pm

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Chinese superfan books into Messi hotel for glimpse of hero

BEIJING: It took hours of waiting, a pricey hotel room and an exhausting chase through Beijing, but it was all worth...

Published 12 Jun, 2023 05:23pm

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Guardiola’s luck turns to end Champions League tales of woe

ISTANBUL: Pep Guardiola’s long struggle to win the Champions League again came to an end on Saturday as Manchester...

Published 11 Jun, 2023 10:24am

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After Messi decision, Inter Miami fall to sixth straight loss

MIAMI: Lionel Messi’s future club Inter Miami suffered a sixth straight defeat and remained rooted to the bottom of...

Published 11 Jun, 2023 10:21am

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Real Madrid great Benzema to leave club

MADRID: Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema has agreed a deal to leave the club, the Spanish giants said Sunday. The...

Published 04 Jun, 2023 05:39pm

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Juventus to pay $790,000 fine, no further points deducted

MILAN: Juventus will pay a fine of 718,000 euros ($790,000)and not challenge a 10-point penalty in a settlement...

Published 30 May, 2023 07:00pm

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Pochettino handed task of reviving Chelsea’s fortunes

LONDON: Chelsea appointed Mauricio Pochettino as head coach on Monday, tasking the former Tottenham Hotspur and...

Published 29 May, 2023 06:47pm

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Bellingham named Bundesliga player of the year

BERLIN: Two days after the heartbreak of watching his team lose the German title in the last match, Dortmund’s...

Published 29 May, 2023 05:49pm

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Klopp won’t take break from management despite Liverpool’s struggles

LONDON: Jurgen Klopp insists he does not need a break from management as he looks to put Liverpool back on track...

Published 29 May, 2023 05:37pm

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PSG goalkeeper Rico in ‘serious’ condition after horse riding accident

SEVILLE: Paris Saint-Germain back-up goalkeeper Sergio Rico is in “serious” condition after a horse riding accident,...

Published 28 May, 2023 07:04pm

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Ronaldo ends disappointing debut season in Saudi empty-handed

Saudi Arabia’s Al-Nassr could not resist the temptation to sign five-times Ballon D’Or winner Cristiano Ronaldo in...

Published 28 May, 2023 05:58pm

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‘Good’ first season at Man Utd not enough for Ten Hag

MANCHESTER: Erik ten Hag said Manchester United must strive for more even though his team look set to clinch a place...

Published 24 May, 2023 06:53pm

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Guardiola wants Premier League charges dealt with ‘as soon as possible’

LONDON: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he wants more than 100 Premier League charges levelled against...

Published 24 May, 2023 06:03pm

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Saka signs new ‘long-term’ Arsenal deal

LONDON: Bukayo Saka has signed a new long-term contract at Arsenal, the Premier League club announced on...

Published 23 May, 2023 07:48pm

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Guardiola demands Man City intensity despite Premier League triumph

LONDON: Pep Guardiola has demanded his treble-chasing Manchester City players maintain their sky-high standards even...

Published 23 May, 2023 07:43pm

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Pogba promises to return after ‘very complicated’ year

ROME: Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba vowed Sunday to give his all to return next season at his best after a trying...

Updated 21 May, 2023 10:42pm

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Pogba likely to miss end of season after further injury

ROME: Paul Pogba’s injury-blighted season is ending as it started with the French midfielder out for two to three...

Published 15 May, 2023 07:32pm

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Leeds snatch 2-2 draw with Newcastle after penalty nightmare

LEEDS: Defender Rasmus Kristensen scored a late equaliser to give Leeds United a share of the points in a thrilling...

Published 13 May, 2023 07:20pm

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Real Madrid lose $440mn sponsorship battle with Abu Dhabi fund

MADRID: Spanish soccer’s Real Madrid have lost a $440 million court battle with Abu Dhabi sovereign investor...

Updated 13 May, 2023 10:36pm

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Messi’s move to Saudi a ‘done deal’: source close to negotiations

RIYADH: Argentine superstar Lionel Messi will play in Saudi Arabia next season under a “huge” deal, a source with...

Published 09 May, 2023 02:39pm

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Madrid must halt ‘unstoppable’ City, not only Haaland: Ancelotti

MADRID: Carlo Ancelotti said his Real Madrid side must stop Manchester City’s whole team and not just striker Erling...

Published 08 May, 2023 09:38pm

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Messi back in training with PSG

Lionel Messi is training with Paris St Germain again, the Ligue 1 team said on Monday, after the forward was...

Published 08 May, 2023 05:15pm

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Juventus up to second in Serie A with 2-0 win at Atalanta

BERGAMO: Juventus moved up to second in Serie A with a hard-fought 2-0 victory at Atalanta on Sunday after...

Published 07 May, 2023 05:54pm

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Urawa beat Al Hilal to win Asian Champions League

SAITAMA: Japan’s Urawa Red Diamonds won the Asian Champions League after beating Saudi Arabian defending champions...

Published 06 May, 2023 05:42pm

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Ronaldo scores to keep Al-Nassr’s slim title hopes alive

Cristiano Ronaldo scored his first goal in four games on Friday to help Al-Nassr to a 4-0 win over Al-Raed, keeping...

Published 29 Apr, 2023 04:47pm

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Ten Hag tells Man Utd to expect ‘mad’ Tottenham

LONDON: Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag expects to face a “mad” Tottenham on Thursday following Spurs’...

Published 26 Apr, 2023 06:28pm

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Liverpool still have to improve despite recent uptick in form: Klopp

Liverpool still have room for improvement despite a resurgence in recent Premier League games, manager Juergen Klopp...

Published 25 Apr, 2023 06:36pm

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Dembele ready to return for Barca on Saturday: Xavi

BARCELONA: Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez confirmed winger Ousmane Dembele will return from injury on Saturday...

Published 25 Apr, 2023 05:58pm

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Klopp says ‘things have changed’ for resurgent Liverpool

Liverpool have shown a marked improvement in their performances in recent weeks, manager Jurgen Klopp said after a...

Published 23 Apr, 2023 10:28am

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Guardiola delighted after ‘perfect’ Man City clear FA Cup semi-final hurdle

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he was “happy and really satisfied” after his side eased past second-tier...

Published 23 Apr, 2023 10:18am

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Messi ‘could not’ currently rejoin Barcelona, says La Liga boss Tebas

MADRID: Barcelona would not be able to resign Lionel Messi from Paris Saint-Germain in their current financial...

Published 19 Apr, 2023 09:26pm

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Juventus win appeal over stand closure for Lukaku racist abuse

MILAN: Juventus have won their appeal against a one-match stand closure for their fans racially abusing Inter Milan...

Published 19 Apr, 2023 07:49pm

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I hope to play with Messi next season at Barca: Lewandowski

BARCELONA: Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski said he would love Lionel Messi to return to the Catalan club from...

Published 11 Apr, 2023 07:32pm

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Madrid coach Ancelotti saddened by Chelsea slump

MADRID: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said he was sad to see Chelsea’s slump this season, ahead of their...

Published 11 Apr, 2023 05:39pm

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Guardiola ready to pit his wits against old rival Tuchel

LONDON: Pep Guardiola is relishing the chance to pit his wits against Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel as the...

Published 10 Apr, 2023 08:24pm

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Lionel Messi ‘likely’ to leave PSG at end of season: source close to club

PARIS: Lionel Messi is “much more likely” to leave Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season than sign a new...

Published 04 Apr, 2023 07:40pm

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Madrid must not go crazy in cup Clasico: Ancelotti

MADRID: Real Madrid will try to keep cool heads as they bid to overturn a 1-0 deficit in the Copa del Rey Clasico...

Published 04 Apr, 2023 06:40pm

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Xavi expecting ‘wounded’ Madrid to wage war in cup Clasico

BARCELONA: Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez warned his team on Tuesday that their Copa del Rey semi-final opponents...

Published 04 Apr, 2023 06:39pm

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Shaw extends contract at Man Utd to 2027

MANCHESTER: Luke Shaw said he wants to be part of “something special’ at Manchester United after signing a new...

Published 04 Apr, 2023 05:57pm

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Messi becomes a target for fan discontent as PSG malaise deepens

PARIS: A malaise has set in around Paris Saint-Germain since their exit from the Champions League, with a section of...

Published 03 Apr, 2023 09:57pm

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FIFA strips under-17 World Cup from Peru

PARIS: FIFA said on Monday it had withdrawn the 2023 under-17 World Cup from Peru “given the inability of the host...

Published 03 Apr, 2023 09:53pm

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Klopp not afraid of losing Liverpool job despite wave of departures

LIVERPOOL: Jurgen Klopp says he is not afraid of the axe after a spate of Premier League casualties but admits...

Published 03 Apr, 2023 06:12pm

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Madrid’s Ancelotti confirms ‘exciting’ Brazil interest

MADRID: Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the interest of the Brazilian national team in hiring him and his excitement at...

Published 01 Apr, 2023 05:22pm

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FIFA strips Indonesia of Under-20 World Cup

LAUSANNE: FIFA announced on Wednesday it had removed Indonesia as hosts of this year’s under-20 World Cup amid...

Published 29 Mar, 2023 09:27pm

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FIFA to pay clubs $355 million for sending players to 2026 and 2030 World Cups

FIFA’s compensation paid to clubs that release players for the men’s World Cup has been increased by nearly 70% to...

Published 27 Mar, 2023 07:54pm

Football

Chelsea post 121.3 million pounds loss, blame sanctions on ex-owner Abramovich

Chelsea had an overall net loss of 121.3 million pounds ($148.65 million) for 2021-22 due to “extraordinary expenses...

Published 27 Mar, 2023 04:41pm

Football

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim submits new bid for Man Utd: reports

LONDON: Manchester United have received a second Qatari bid to buy the English football giants, British media...

Updated 25 Mar, 2023 09:25pm

Football

Gianni Infantino re-elected FIFA president until 2027

KIGALI: Gianni Infantino has been re-elected as president of FIFA until 2027 after standing unopposed at the...

Published 16 Mar, 2023 05:03pm

Football

Ibrahimovic recalled to Sweden squad aged 41

STOCKHOLM: AC Milan’s veteran striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic was named on Thursday in Sweden’s squad for this month’s...

Published 15 Mar, 2023 06:22pm

Football

Pogba misses Sampdoria match with latest injury: Juventus

MILAN: Paul Pogba will miss Juventus’ Serie A fixture with Sampdoria after yet another injury left him out of...

Published 12 Mar, 2023 09:18pm

Football

Neymar ‘happy’ but return uncertain after surgery: PSG

DOHA: Doctors are still not certain when Brazilian striker Neymar will be able to return to play despite a...

Published 11 Mar, 2023 05:51pm

Football

Pogba dropped for Juve’s Freiburg clash for ‘disciplinary reasons’: club source

MILAN: Paul Pogba has been dropped for the first leg of Juventus’ Europa League last-16 tie with Freiburg for...

Published 09 Mar, 2023 06:31pm

Football

UEFA to reimburse Liverpool fans who attended Paris Champions League final

PARIS: UEFA said Tuesday it will reimburse all Liverpool supporters who attended last year’s chaos-hit Champions...

Published 07 Mar, 2023 05:47pm

Football

Man Utd attempt reset after mauling by Liverpool

LONDON: Manchester United’s embarrassing 7-0 mauling by Liverpool was a brutal reality check for Erik ten Hag’s...

Published 06 Mar, 2023 05:31pm

Football

Mbappe breaks goal record as PSG win ahead of Bayern showdown

PARIS: Kylian Mbappe became Paris Saint-Germain’s all-time top scorer with his 201st goal for the club as the Ligue...

Published 05 Mar, 2023 10:26am

Football

Guardiola sees future threat to Man City from Newcastle

MANCHESTER: Pep Guardiola warned of the threat Newcastle will pose to Manchester City’s grip on the Premier League...

Published 04 Mar, 2023 09:34pm

Football

Man City can’t afford to drop points in title race: Guardiola

BRISTOL: Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City cannot afford to drop any more points if they are to catch leaders...

Published 27 Feb, 2023 08:08pm

Football

Sublime Messi free kick earns PSG 4-3 win over Lille

PARIS: Lionel Messi scored a stunning free kick in added time to earn Paris St Germain a 4-3 comeback win over Lille...

Published 19 Feb, 2023 08:40pm

Football

Mbappe returns to training ahead of Bayern Champions League tie

SAINT-GERMAIN-EN-LAYE: Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe has made a faster-than-expected return to training...

Published 13 Feb, 2023 05:42pm

Football

Paul Pogba’s Juventus return delayed further

ROME: Paul Pogba’s return from injury has been further delayed, Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri said on...

Published 11 Feb, 2023 09:31pm

Football

PSG in talks with Messi over renewing contract

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain’s football advisor Luis Campos says he will be “delighted” if Argentinian superstar...

Published 05 Feb, 2023 08:04pm

Football

Saudi Arabia wins bid to host 2027 Asian Cup

MANAMA: Saudi Arabia has won a bid to host the 2027 Asian Cup, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) said on...

Published 01 Feb, 2023 07:18pm

Football

Ancelotti says football calendar going ‘over the limit’

MADRID: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti on Wednesday said the football calendar is too demanding for players. Los...

Published 01 Feb, 2023 06:21pm

Football

Mbappe, Messi and Neymar in same team not hindering PSG, says Galtier

PARIS: Paris Saint-Germain coach Christophe Galtier has denied that playing Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Neymar...

Published 31 Jan, 2023 08:23pm

Football

Roma star Zaniolo out of Napoli trip after transfer spat, says Mourinho

MILAN: Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo will not play in his team’s clash at Serie A leaders Napoli after a bitter transfer...

Published 28 Jan, 2023 09:05pm

Football

Pogba available for Monza clash, says Juve’s Allegri

MILAN: Paul Pogba is available for Juventus’ Serie A fixture with Monza after recovering from a long-term knee...

Published 28 Jan, 2023 07:08pm

Football

Arsenal reaping rewards of patience with Arteta: Guardiola

MANCHESTER: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola believes Premier League leaders Arsenal are benefitting from the...

Published 26 Jan, 2023 07:49pm

Football

Modric, Kroos key despite Madrid ‘transition’: Ancelotti

MADRID: Carlo Ancelotti said on Wednesday veteran midfielders Luka Modric and Toni Kroos are still key for Real...

Published 25 Jan, 2023 06:11pm

Football

Ronaldo to captain Al Nassr on Saudi Pro league debut

Cristiano Ronaldo is set to captain Al Nassr on his debut in their Saudi Pro league game against Al Ettifaq on...

Published 22 Jan, 2023 09:58pm

Football

Ronaldo vs Messi: the last dance in Saudi Arabia or a fresh start?

The rivalry between Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo dominated football for more than a decade and the world will...

Published 18 Jan, 2023 06:54pm

Football

Ronaldo-Messi rivalry set for new chapter in Riyadh

A new chapter in the celebrated rivalry between Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi will unfurl on Thursday when they...

Published 17 Jan, 2023 06:32pm

Football

Messi greater than Maradona, says Argentina coach Scaloni

Lionel Messi has surpassed Diego Maradona as the greatest player of all time, Argentina’s World Cup winning coach...

Published 17 Jan, 2023 06:28pm

Football

Klopp has no plans to quit as he plots Liverpool overhaul

LIVERPOOL: Jurgen Klopp says he will not leave Liverpool unless he is told to go, hinting at a major overhaul of his...

Published 17 Jan, 2023 05:07pm

Football

Klopp urges Liverpool to go back to basics

LONDON: Jurgen Klopp has told Liverpool to go back to basics as his troubled side try to stop their season...

Published 16 Jan, 2023 09:02pm

Football

PSG slip-ups give glimmer of hope to Ligue 1 rivals

PARIS: Could their actually be a title race in France this season? That is the question being asked after Paris...

Published 16 Jan, 2023 08:58pm

Football

Man City must get Haaland more involved, admits Guardiola

MANCHESTER: Pep Guardiola admits Manchester City must find a way to get Erling Haaland more involved after the...

Published 16 Jan, 2023 03:39pm

Football

Rashford earns Man Utd derby triumph over City

MANCHESTER: Manchester United fans can “dream” of a Premier League title challenge said Erik ten Hag after a...

Published 14 Jan, 2023 09:28pm

Football

Real Madrid still hungry for success: Ancelotti

RIYADH: Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti said his team are still hungry for success ahead of their Spanish Super...

Published 14 Jan, 2023 05:41pm

Football

Phillips ‘ready’ to start for Guardiola’s Man City

LONDON: Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola said on Tuesday Kalvin Phillips was “ready” as he contemplates giving the...

Published 10 Jan, 2023 08:36pm

Football

Gareth Bale announces retirement from football

LONDON: Gareth Bale announced his retirement from club and international football at the age of 33 on Monday,...

Published 09 Jan, 2023 09:57pm

Football

Messi, Ronaldo to meet in friendly between PSG and Saudi select

PARIS: Lionel Messi and Paris Saint-Germain will play a friendly against a select side made up of players from...

Published 09 Jan, 2023 06:48pm

Football

Roberto Martinez named as Portugal coach

LISBON: Roberto Martinez was named as the new coach of Portugal on Monday, having stepped down as Belgium coach...

Published 09 Jan, 2023 06:43pm

Football

PSG’s Messi to be rested for French Cup match at Chateauroux

PARIS: Lionel Messi will be rested for Paris St Germain’s French Cup game at third division side Chateauroux as the...

Published 05 Jan, 2023 07:24pm

Football

Ronaldo’s Saudi debut on hold over player quota: sources

RIYADH: Portuguese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo faces a wait to make his Al Nassr debut because the Saudi club have...

Published 05 Jan, 2023 06:19pm

Football

Messi leaves hometown to return to PSG

BUENOS AIRES: Argentina captain Lionel Messi finally left for Paris in a private jet late on Monday after an...

Published 03 Jan, 2023 07:28pm

Football

FIFA to ask all countries to name a stadium for Pele: Infantino

SANTOS: FIFA will ask all the world’s countries to name a stadium for Brazilian football legend Pele, the head of...

Published 02 Jan, 2023 08:10pm

Football

Ronaldo set for grand unveiling after shock Saudi move

RIYADH: Portugese superstar Cristiano Ronaldo will be unveiled before thousands of fans at Saudi Arabia’s Al Nassr...

Published 02 Jan, 2023 05:11pm

Football

Ronaldo joins Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr until 2025

Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo has joined Saudi Arabian club Al Nassr on a 2-1/2 year contract, the club...

Published 31 Dec, 2022 08:00pm

Football

Kane sparks Tottenham fightback in draw at Brentford

LONDON: Harry Kane shook off any World Cup hangover to spark a Tottenham Hotspur revival in an entertaining 2-2 draw...

Published 26 Dec, 2022 07:37pm

Football

Rashford signs new Manchester United deal

LONDON: Manchester United attacker Marcus Rashford has signed a contract extension keeping him at the club until...

Published 24 Dec, 2022 06:00pm

Football

Neymar and Marquinhos follow Mbappe back to PSG training

PARIS: A day after Kylian Mbappe returned to work at Paris Saint-German, Brazilians Neymar and Marquinhos reported...

Published 22 Dec, 2022 05:40pm

Football

World Cup winners Argentina up to second in FIFA rankings

PARIS: World Cup winners Argentina have risen to second in the FIFA rankings with quarter-finalists Brazil still...

Published 22 Dec, 2022 05:38pm

Football

Mbappe returns to training days after World Cup disappointment

PARIS: France star Kylian Mbappe returned to training with Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday just three days after he...

Published 21 Dec, 2022 05:37pm

Football

‘The Greatest’: Messi and Argentina the toast of world media

DOHA: Legendary, greatest, immortal: News media across the planet ran out of superlatives after Lionel Messi led...

Published 19 Dec, 2022 07:26pm

Football

Argentina beat France on penalties to win World Cup

Messi scored twice and France striker Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as a thrilling World Cup final had finished 3-3 after extra time

Updated 18 Dec, 2022 11:51pm

Football

‘Greatest-ever’ Messi powering underdogs Argentina: Martinez

DOHA: Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez says the South Americans are happy to be underdogs as they prepare to...

Published 17 Dec, 2022 07:13pm

Football

Palestinians say World Cup proves their cause not ‘buried’

Morocco’s support for the Palestinians during the Atlas Lions’ historic World Cup run shows the cause has not been...

Updated 14 Dec, 2022 09:57pm

Football

Modric seeks to derail Messi’s bid for World Cup glory

DOHA: Lionel Messi and Luka Modric face off in a mouthwatering World Cup semi-final between Argentina and Croatia on...

Published 13 Dec, 2022 08:26pm

Football

Neymar cleared of corruption over Barcelona transfer

BARCELONA: Brazilian football superstar Neymar was cleared of corruption charges on Tuesday related to his transfer...

Published 13 Dec, 2022 06:47pm

Football

France favourites but Morocco eye another knockout punch

DOHA: After putting Belgium, Portugal and Spain to the sword in Qatar, Morocco are looking to bring another soccer...

Published 12 Dec, 2022 05:07pm

Football

Don’t expect any man-marking of Messi in semi-final, say Croatia

DOHA: Croatia will not attempt to stop Argentina superstar Lionel Messi by man-marking him but instead will focus on...

Published 11 Dec, 2022 08:52pm

Football

Cristiano Ronaldo equals world record for international caps of 196

DOHA: Cristiano Ronaldo equalled the men’s international world record of 196 selections when he came on as a...

Published 10 Dec, 2022 09:46pm

Football

Pele urges Neymar to ‘keep inspiring us’ after Brazil World Cup exit

DOHA: Pele urged Neymar to “keep inspiring us” on Saturday after the Brazil forward dropped a retirement hint...

Published 10 Dec, 2022 07:40pm

Football

Morocco beat Portugal to go through to World Cup semi-final

DOHA: Mococco extended their dream run at the World Cup on Saturday as they out-thought and out-fought Portugal in a...

Updated 10 Dec, 2022 10:12pm

Football

Giroud and Mbappe guide France past Poland and into World Cup quarter-finals

DOHA: Kylian Mbappe set up a history-making goal for Olivier Giroud and then scored two himself as holders France...

Published 04 Dec, 2022 10:23pm

Football

Brazil’s Neymar fit to face South Korea, says coach Tite

AL RAYYAN: Brazil forward Neymar will train later on Sunday and is set to play for the five-times champions in their...

Published 04 Dec, 2022 06:25pm

Football

France, England in World Cup spotlight after Messi helps Argentina into quarters

DOHA: France’s bid to retain the World Cup continues against Poland on Sunday, while England’s pursuit of a first...

Published 04 Dec, 2022 05:57pm

Football

Spain warned over ‘collapse’ ahead of Morocco clash, says Rodri

DOHA: Spain’s Rodri says his country have been warned about suffering another “collapse” when they face Morocco in...

Published 04 Dec, 2022 05:30pm

Football

Don’t write off Ronaldo, warns Shaqiri

DOHA: Cristiano Ronaldo may be 37 and without a club but Switzerland’s Xherdan Shaqiri, whose team face Portugal in...

Published 04 Dec, 2022 05:27pm

Football

Brazil soccer legend Pele under palliative care amid cancer battle: report

SAO PAULO: Brazilian soccer legend Pele is receiving palliative care after chemotherapy stopped having the expected...

Published 03 Dec, 2022 07:22pm

Football

World Cup fans see double standard in stadium politics ban

DOHA: When is it and is not it acceptable to display a political banner at the World Cup in Qatar? The answer seems...

Updated 03 Dec, 2022 08:00pm

Football

Lloris ‘honoured’ to equal Thuram as France’s most-capped player

DOHA: Hugo Lloris said Saturday he was “honoured and very proud” at the prospect of equalling Lilian Thuram as...

Published 03 Dec, 2022 05:22pm

Football

Japan target second World Cup upset against Spain

DOHA: Japan will try to pull the plug on Spain’s “computer game” football in their World Cup showdown on Thursday,...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 08:13pm

Football

Mbappe rested as France make nine changes against Tunisia

DOHA: Kylian Mbappe is among the players rested as France coach Didier Deschamps makes nine changes to his starting...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 07:40pm

Football

Croatia ‘will not be fooled’ by Belgium rumours

DOHA: Croatia coach Zlatko Dalic said on Wednesday his team “will not be fooled” by reports of infighting in the...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 06:53pm

Football

Bale will continue as long as he is wanted by Wales

DOHA: Gareth Bale shot down suggestions he could have played his final game for Wales after bowing out of the World...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 06:44pm

Football

History-chasing Morocco want ‘no regrets’, says coach

DOHA: Morocco coach Walid Regragui wants “no regrets” after facing Canada on Thursday, with his team aiming for...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 06:38pm

Football

Five-sub rule means ‘higher quality football’ in Qatar, says FIFA expert

DOHA: Former AC Milan and Japan coach Alberto Zaccheroni said on Wednesday the implementation of the five-substitute...

Published 30 Nov, 2022 06:26pm

Football

Kudus double for Ghana sinks South Korea in World Cup thriller

DOHA: Mohammed Kudus scored twice as Ghana beat South Korea 3-2 in a pulsating World Cup encounter on Monday to keep...

Published 28 Nov, 2022 08:47pm

Football

Boxer Alvarez threatens Messi over World Cup jersey ‘insult’

DOHA: Champion boxer Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez issued a warning to Lionel Messi after a video emerged of the star...

Published 28 Nov, 2022 08:03pm

Football

Belgium slip to shock World Cup defeat by Morocco

DOHA: Morocco jeopardised Belgium’s World Cup hopes as Abdelhamid Sabiri and Zakaria Aboukhlal’s late goals secured...

Published 27 Nov, 2022 08:15pm

Football

Costa Rica beat Japan to hand Germany World Cup lifeline

DOHA: Costa Rica stunned Japan 1-0 thanks to a late goal at the World Cup on Sunday to blow Group E wide open and...

Published 27 Nov, 2022 05:14pm

Football

No Lukaku but Belgium make three changes for Morocco game

DOHA: Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku was again left out of the starting line-up as he recovers from a hamstring...

Published 27 Nov, 2022 04:55pm

Football

Lewandowski breaks World Cup duck as Poland beat Saudi Arabia

DOHA: Robert Lewandowski scored the first World Cup goal of his prolific career on Saturday when he netted in...

Updated 26 Nov, 2022 08:51pm

Football

Coach Arnold hails ‘old Aussie way’ after crucial World Cup win

DOHA: Coach Graham Arnold said “the old Aussie way” helped his side beat Tunisia 1-0 on Saturday to keep their World...

Published 26 Nov, 2022 07:47pm

Football

Ronaldo’s ‘total genius’ won World Cup penalty, says FIFA group

DOHA: Cristiano Ronaldo showed “total genius” by winning a controversial penalty in Portugal’s World Cup win over...

Published 26 Nov, 2022 06:40pm

Football

Belgium’s Lukaku recovering well but will miss Morocco clash: Martinez

AL RAYYAN: Striker Romelu Lukaku is ahead of schedule in his recovery from injury but is unlikely to feature against...

Published 26 Nov, 2022 04:50pm

Football

Guardiola ‘cannot be in a better place’ as he extends Man City deal until 2025

MANCHESTER: Pep Guardiola said “I cannot be in a better place” as he announced he had agreed a two-year contract...

Published 23 Nov, 2022 03:59pm

Football

France defender Hernandez limps out of World Cup

DOHA: France defender Lucas Hernandez will miss the rest of the defending champions’ World Cup campaign after...

Published 23 Nov, 2022 10:31am

Football

Ronaldo’s exit from Man Utd best for both parties: Ferdinand

Rio Ferdinand said the departure of his former team mate Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United could have been...

Published 23 Nov, 2022 09:43am

Football

Portugal must focus on World Cup, not Ronaldo: Dias

DOHA: Portugal defender Ruben Dias said Tuesday it was time to focus on the World Cup and move on from the media...

Published 22 Nov, 2022 02:05pm

Football

Messi centre stage as Argentina, France begin World Cup title bids

DOHA: Lionel Messi will embark on Tuesday on what will surely be his last chance to win the World Cup, with...

Published 22 Nov, 2022 10:41am

Football

Ronaldo says row with Man Utd ‘won’t shake’ Portugal team

DOHA: Cristiano Ronaldo said Monday that his row with Manchester United would not have an adverse effect on the...

Published 21 Nov, 2022 12:37pm

Football

Heading to a ‘Bedouin tent’ stadium for an unprecedented World Cup

AL KHOR: Tens of thousands of people streamed Sunday towards a spectacular stadium in the shape of a traditional...

Published 20 Nov, 2022 08:55pm

Football

France will not replace injured Benzema for World Cup

DOHA: Defending champions France will not replace the injured Karim Benzema in their World Cup squad, coach Didier...

Published 20 Nov, 2022 05:51pm

Football

Lukaku out of first two World Cup games: Belgium source

DOHA: Romelu Lukaku will not play for Belgium at the World Cup until at least their final Group F match against...

Published 20 Nov, 2022 04:54pm

Currency	Rate
USD PKR Interbank Selling / Nov 14	277.83
USD PKR Interbank Buying / Nov 14	277.63
USD to Japanese Yen / Nov 14	155.86
USD to Swiss Franc / Nov 14	0.89
Pound Sterling to USD / Nov 14	1.27
Euro to USD / Nov 14	1.06

Stock	Volume
S&P 500 / Nov 13	5,985.38
Nasdaq / Nov 13	19,230.72
Dow Jones / Nov 13	43,958.19
India Sensex / Nov 14	77,517.41
Tokyo Nikkei / Nov 14	38,680.99
Hang Seng / Nov 14	19,503.42
FTSE 100 / Nov 14	8,042.72
Germany DAX 30 / Nov 14	19,122.26

Item	Value
Gold 10 Grams PKR / Nov 12	231,911
Karachi Cotton PKR/37.32 KG / Nov 13	18,085
Crude Oil USD/Barrel / Nov 14	67.97
Gold Spot USD/Ounce / Nov 14	2,558.37
Cotton US¢/pound / Nov 14	71.10
Petrol/Litre / Nov 15	248.38

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 15 786 Investments Limited(786)	6.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 15 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	599.28 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 15 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 15 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 15 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	62.51 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 15 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	114.80 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 15 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	1,019.78 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 15 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 15 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.25 ▼ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Price
786 Invest Ltd / Nov 15 786 Investments Limited(786)	6.49 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abbas Sugar / Nov 15 Al-Abbas Sugar Mills Limited(AABS)	599.28 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Agro Allianz / Nov 15 Agro Allianz Limited(AAL)	16 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
AL-Abid Silk / Nov 15 Al-Abid Silk Mills Limited(AASM)	3.49 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Ali Asghar / Nov 15 Ali Asghar Textile Mills Limited(AATM)	62.51 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Allied Bank / Nov 15 Allied Bank Limited(ABL)	114.80 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abbott Lab. / Nov 15 Abbott Laboratories (Pakistan) Limited(ABOT)	1,019.78 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Abson Ind. / Nov 15 Abson Industries Limited(ABSON)	2.50 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)
Alfalah ETF. / Nov 15 Alfalah Consumer Index ETF.(ACIETF)	12.25 ▲ 0.00 (0.00%)

Stock	Volume
WorldCall Telecom / Nov 15 Worldcall Telecom Limited(WTL)	43,291,848 ▲ 0.00
Waves Home Appliances / Nov 15 Waves Home Appliances Limited(WAVESAPP)	33,201,636 ▲ 0.00
Pak Refinery / Nov 15 Pakistan Refinery Limited(PRL)	31,524,926 ▲ 0.00
K-Electric Ltd. / Nov 15 K-Electric Limited(KEL)	27,455,465 ▲ 0.00
Pak Elektron / Nov 15 Pak Elektron Limited(PAEL)	26,996,630 ▲ 0.00
Sui South Gas / Nov 15 Sui Southern Gas Company Limited(SSGC)	26,013,918 ▲ 0.00
The Searle Co. / Nov 15 The Searle Company Limited(SEARL)	25,704,933 ▲ 0.00
Pak Int.Bulk / Nov 15 Pakistan International Bulk Terminal(PIBTL)	23,694,836 ▲ 0.00
Secure Logistics / Nov 15 Secure Logistics Group Limited(SLGL)	23,623,241 ▲ 0.00