Football

Ronaldo at Double as Portugal Reach Nations League Quarters, Spain Win

Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal thrashed Poland 5-1 thanks to a rampant second-half display on Friday to reach the Nations League quarter-finals, while already-qualified Spain beat Denmark. Roberto Martinez's Portugal wrapped up top spot in Group A1 with a game to spare, securing their place in the next round in March. France, ...

Football: Lebanon and Thailand Draw, a Promising Stalemate for the 2027 Asian Cup Qualifiers

In a match played on the Thammasat Stadium pitch, Lebanon held Thailand to a goalless draw (0-0). This friendly, part of both teams' preparations for the 2027 Asian Cup qualifiers, served as a real rehearsal ahead of the official qualifiers next March. For Lebanon, despite the goalless outcome, the result offers promising signs for the upcoming ...

Israel Face France in Paris Football Match Under Tight Security

Israel face France in a Nations League match in Paris on Thursday that will be surrounded by a huge security operation following attacks on Israeli football fans in Amsterdam last week. The Paris police chief has described the match at the Stade de France as "high risk" and Israel has urged fans to avoid the fixture, which authorities fear could ...

Football: Lebanon Defies the War and Relaunches Its Asian Campaign in Bangkok

In a context where Lebanon is facing a devastating war, the national football team is ready to shine once again on the international stage. After a period of uncertainty caused by the tragic events hitting the country, the Lebanese team is getting back on the field with a delicate Asian tour. Thus, Lebanon will face Thailand in Bangkok on Thursday ...

Man Utd Win to End Van Nistelrooy’s Interim Spell, Ipswich Shock Spurs

United signed off Ruud van Nistelrooy's temporary stint in charge with a 3-0 win over Leicester on Sunday, as Ipswich stunned Tottenham 2-1 for their first Premier League victory in 22 years. Third-placed Nottingham Forest's fine run came to an end in a 3-1 home defeat to Newcastle. Ruben Amorim will be in charge for the first time when United ...

Messi and Miami Eliminated From MLS Cup Playoffs First Round

Lionel Messi's goal of winning the MLS Cup title came to an abrupt end on Saturday with Inter Miami suffering a shock first-round elimination from the playoffs after a 3-2 home defeat to Atlanta United. Miami had won the regular season campaign with a record points total but after losing twice in the best-of-three series, the MLS Cup favorites ...

Man City Beaten Again at Brighton as Liverpool Move Five Points Clear

Manchester City slumped to a fourth consecutive defeat after blowing the lead to lose 2-1 at Brighton, allowing Liverpool to move five points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 win against Aston Villa on Saturday. City had not suffered defeat in the league for nearly a year prior to losing at Bournemouth last weekend. But after ...

Musiala Stars as Bayern Go Six Clear, Dortmund Lose Again

An incredible long-range goal from Jamal Musiala took Bayern Munich six points clear at the top of the Bundesliga table with a 1-0 win at St Pauli on Saturday, while Borussia Dortmund lost again. St Pauli, promoted in the summer, fought hard against their heavily favoured opponents and wanted to avoid a repeat of the 8-1 thrashing handed out last ...

Vinicius Hat-Trick Helps Real Madrid Crush Osasuna

Vinicius Junior scored a hat-trick to help Real Madrid bounce back from two consecutive home defeats with a 4-0 win over Osasuna in La Liga on Saturday. Hammered by Barcelona in a league Clasico and then outplayed by AC Milan in the Champions League, Carlo Ancelotti's side badly needed this confidence-boosting victory. The Spanish and European ...

Inter Milan Sink Arsenal in Champions League, Atletico Sting PSG

A Hakan Calhanoglu penalty gave Inter Milan a 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday, while a 93rd-minute winner ensured Atletico Madrid left Paris with all three points. The Italian champions remain undefeated in the competition this season and sit fifth on 10 points at the midway point of the new league phase format. "I ...

Football - The Cedars Resume Action Against All Odds

After a period of uncertainty and interruption due to the ongoing war, Lebanon’s national football team is set to make its big return to the international scene. The November international break marks a crucial stage for the Cedars, who were unable to play their scheduled friendlies in Vietnam last month. This extended absence has been difficult ...

Man Utd Held by Chelsea on First Premier League Game Since Ten Hag Sacking

Moises Caicedo's strike denied Manchester United victory in their first Premier League game since sacking Erik ten Hag as Chelsea claimed a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford. Interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy, who will be replaced by Ruben Amorim later his month, sprinted down the touchline in celebration after Bruno Fernandes put United in front from the ...