Aziza Sbaity Files Case Against Athletics Federation
Hala Abdallah 2024-09-21 17:42 - Reading : less than a minute
Lebanon’s record-breaking sprinter, Aziza Sbaity, opens up about her fight for justice in an exclusive interview with This Is Beirut.
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Jackson Double Fires Chelsea to Victory at Woeful West Ham
This Is Beirut 2024-09-21 17:28 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Nicolas Jackson fired Chelsea to a 3-0 win against West Ham as the Senegal striker repaid his manager's faith with a decisive double at the London Stadium on Saturday. Jackson struck twice in the first half before Cole Palmer wrapped up Chelsea's third win in five Premier League games under new boss Enzo Maresca. It was a well-timed brace from ...
Arsenal’s Mean Defense Faces Acid Test to Shut Out Man City Again
This Is Beirut 2024-09-21 15:58 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
Arsenal's Premier League title ambitions face the ultimate test on Sunday when a relentless Erling Haaland aims to fire Manchester City five points clear of the Gunners at the top of the table. Mikel Arteta's men managed to stop City scoring twice last season but still could not deny the English champions a record fourth consecutive Premier ...
Alcaraz Defeated on Laver Cup Debut
This Is Beirut 2024-09-21 15:50 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Carlos Alcaraz suffered a losing debut at the Laver Cup on Friday when he and Team Europe partner Alexander Zverev were defeated in straight sets in their doubles clash against Taylor Fritz and Ben Shelton of Team World. The US pair's 7-6 (7/5), 6-4 win in the final match of the opening day in Berlin allowed Team World to level the tie overall ...
Nice Hand “Ashamed” Saint-Etienne 8-0 Ligue 1 Mauling
This Is Beirut 2024-09-21 10:06 - Reading : 1 minute(s)
Nice handed out an 8-0 mauling to Saint-Etienne in France's Ligue 1 on Friday after racing six goals clear in the first half. Nice's 20-year-old striker Mohamed-Ali Cho was the chief tormentor, ripping Saint-Etienne's left flank to pieces, scoring the third goal and providing assists in three others. "We were overrun, 6-0 at half-time, it's just ...
How to Shield Children's Peace in War
Hala Abdallah 2024-09-21 09:31 - Reading : less than a minute
Amidst the chaos of war, protecting children's peace is crucial. Initiatives like GAME Lebanon foster hope, resilience and a safe space for youth to thrive.
Foot-Lebanon: Safa Kicks Off the Season with One Goal – The Title!
Makram Haddad 2024-09-20 20:28 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
After several years of decline, Safa SC is entering the new season with a clear ambition: to reclaim the championship title. With a reinforced squad and meticulous preparation, the historic club positions itself as a serious contender in the title race. Nicknamed the "Dean" of Lebanese clubs, Safa SC begins this season with a clear mission: to ...
MMA: A New Administrative Commission Takes the Reins
This Is Beirut 2024-09-20 16:01 - Reading : less than a minute
The Lebanese MMA Federation has reached a significant turning point with the election of its new administrative commission, following an intense electoral process. The elections, supervised by delegates from the Ministry of Youth and Sports, took place at the Federation's headquarters in Beirut. There were 18 candidates vying for 11 seats. Nine ...
Barca Downed by Monaco as Arsenal Held in Champions League Stalemate
This Is Beirut 2024-09-20 09:59 - Reading : 4 minute(s)
French club Monaco upset 10-man Barcelona by grinding out a 2-1 victory on Thursday in the Champions League, while a stunning David Raya double-save ensured Arsenal a goalless draw away to Europa League winners Atalanta. Barca have started the season with a perfect record after five La Liga matches but, hindered by a red card in the 11th minute ...
Basketball: Comfortable Sagesse Victory Against al-Bashaer in Friendly Match
Jad Ramadan 2024-09-19 21:29 - Reading : less than a minute
Sagesse played their first game in the al-Wahda friendly tournament on Thursday in the United Arab Emirates against Omani team al-Bashaer. The Lebanese team won by a score of 91-67. The Greens' new coach, Elias Zoros, opted for a starting five comprising Marc Khoueiry, Gerard Hadidian, Ahmad Ibrahim, Zach Lofton and Clint Chapman. The first ...
Norris Has 'Nothing to Lose' as He Hunts Verstappen in Singapore
This Is Beirut 2024-09-19 18:11 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Lando Norris declared Thursday that he has "nothing to lose" as he aims to close the Formula One world title gap on Max Verstappen at this week's Singapore Grand Prix. McLaren driver Norris, who carved his way past Verstappen to fourth place after starting 15th on the grid at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix last week, is hunting down Red Bull's triple ...
Man City Held by Inter as PSG Pinch Win in Champions League
This Is Beirut 2024-09-19 10:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)
Manchester City made a sluggish start to their Champions League campaign as they drew 0-0 against Inter Milan on Wednesday, while Paris Saint-Germain needed a last-minute goal to beat tournament newcomers Girona. Pep Guardiola's side have won all four of their Premier League games this season but failed to break down Italian champions Inter in a ...