Leipzig, Union’s clash shows changing face of football
Union Berlin manager Marie-Louise Eta is coaching her first away match against RB Leipzig on Friday. Photo: AFP LONDON: RB Leipzig’s home Bundesliga clash with Union Berlin on Friday has the two sides chasing different season goals, while showing the changing face of the game. Third-placed Leipzig can take a massive step towards returning to […]
Trump wants Italy to replace Iran at World Cup
LONDON: An envoy to US President Donald Trump has asked world football’s governing body FIFA to replace Iran with Italy at the World Cup, according to the Financial Times.US special envoy Paolo Zampolli told the FT on Wednesday it would be a “dream” to see four-time World Cup winners Italy at the finals in the […]
World Cup last-minute ticket sales phase re-opens 50 days from kick-off
FIFA says over five million tickets sold for June 11 tournament across North America Apr 20, 2026; Irvine, California, USA; A general overall view of the FIFA World Cup 2026 base camp for the United States at the Championship Soccer Stadium at the Great Park Sports Complex.Kirby Lee- Images/Reuters With 50 days remaining until the […]
Inter reach Italian Cup final
LONDON: Inter Milan reached the Italian Cup final on Tuesday after coming back from two goals down to win 3-2 and go through by the same scoreline on aggregate.Trailing early in the second half at the San Siro to brilliant goals from Martin Baturina and Lucas Da Cunha, Inter looked as good as out, but […]
Rosenior blasts Chelsea flops
Chelsea’s fans make their feelings known to the players after Tuesday’s defeat at Brighton. Photo: AFP LONDON: Liam Rosenior slammed Chelsea’s “unacceptable” 3-0 defeat against Brighton as the furious Blues boss accused his players of lacking “desire, spirit and courage”.Rosenior’s side were blown away at the Amex Stadium on Tuesday, with goals from Ferdi Kadioglu, […]
Vital for faltering Chelsea to add experience’
HONG KONG: Chelsea great Roberto Di Matteo told AFP on Tuesday it was “vital” that the faltering Premier League side add experienced players and backed Liam Rosenior to still be in charge next season.The London club are in the midst of an alarming slump, sixth in the table after four defeats in a row and […]
West Ham’s draw at Palace relegates Wolves
West Ham forward Jarrod Bowen in action against Crystal Palace. Photo: AFP LONDON: West Ham’s 0-0 draw against Crystal Palace on Monday condemned Wolves to relegation from the Premier League and boosted their own survival bid to leave struggling Tottenham deeper in trouble.Bottom of the table Wolves have long been destined for the drop and […]
City beat Arsenal to seize title race control
Manchester City players celebrate their 2-1 win against Arsenal at the Etihad. Photo: AFP LONDON: Manchester City beat stumbling Arsenal 2-1 on Sunday to seize control of the Premier League title race as Liverpool strengthened their push for a Champions League place. Mikel Arteta’s Gunners have been in pole position for months but are wobbling […]
Spurs relegation battle worsens
Tottenham Hotspur held as Brighton snatch late equaliser. PHOTO: AFP/FILE LONDON: Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi said his side are “not finished yet” despite a bitterly disappointing 2-2 draw against Brighton on Saturday to leave them mired in the Premier League relegation zone. Spurs twice took the lead in front of passionate home fans and […]
England boss Southgate keen to see youngsters ‘excel’
LONDON: England manager Gareth Southgate shrugged off injuries in his squad ahead of a testing friendly against Belgium and said he’s looking forward to seeing his rookies “excel” ahead of the European championships. Despite a 1-0 loss to Brazil on Saturday to a goal from 17-year-old sensation Endrick, Southgate is desperate to see how his […]