Champions League: Erling Haaland nets 2 in Man City rout, Guardiola denies release clause Champions League: Erling Haaland nets 2 in Man City rout, Guardiola denies release clause. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola had to dispel rumors that Norway striker Erling Haaland was already plotting a departure after Haaland scored twice in the Champions League. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ Guardiola denied Spanish media allegations that the striker. He scored twice in the first half of Wednesday’s 5-0 triumph over Copenhagen and had a release clause in his Man City contract that would allow him to join Real Madrid in 2024. The…
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Breed of defensive choppers in the age of ultra-attacking table tennis Breed of defensive choppers in the age of ultra-attacking table tennis. Switching to the pimpled rubber during rallies allows Manika Batra to unleash her vicious forehands and lightning-fast variations. Even when she has lost, Manika, one of India’s best table tennis players, rarely looks confused by her opponent. Credit – https://indianexpress.com/ On Saturday at the World Table Tennis Team Championships in Chengdu, China, however, against World No. 8 Ying Han of Germany, things were a little different. Confused, Manika scratched her head. Despite her best efforts, nothing she tried…
Chelsea outclasses Milan in the Champions League to ignite Graham Potter’s era. Chelsea outclasses Milan in the Champions League to ignite Graham Potter’s era. The spark that started Chelsea’s run in the Champions League also started Graham Potter’s term as manager. This was only his third game in command of the team since he was appointed on September 8; his first was a 1-1 draw against Red Bull Salzburg. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ It was an odd mix of feelings after Dinamo Zagreb’s loss and the dismissal of Thomas Tuchel. The blue shirts came storming forward from all directions as Chelsea…
Hearn won’t give up after the doping positive in Benn vs. Eubank threw Benn vs. Eubank into chaos. Hearn won’t give up after the doping positive in Benn vs. Eubank threw Benn vs. Eubank into chaos. Eddie Hearn, the fight’s promoter, refused to accept a ruling from the British Boxing Board of Control. The fight between Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr. scheduled to take place in London this coming Saturday should be “prohibited,” throwing the already tumultuous boxing business into a new crisis. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ Even though Benn, whom he promotes, tested positive for clomifene according to the…
‘We told you so’: For Black athletes racism from college fans is a familiar story ‘We told you so’: For Black athletes racism from college fans is a familiar story: “I recall chanting stand up, N-words’ during the anthem and after. When told, BYU’s coaching staff showed no alarm. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ In 2021, a Brigham Young University women’s soccer player and her teammates knelt for the national anthem to protest police violence. Four teammates verified the statements in a Guardian report last week. After player complaints, a message was issued encouraging spectators to respect the athletes. Still, no further…
LeBron James to NBA commissioner: I want a team in Las Vegas LeBron James to NBA commissioner: I want a team in Las Vegas: LeBron James saved his greatest play for the postgame news conference after scoring 23 points in 17 minutes in the Lakers’ 119-115 preseason loss to the Suns. Credit – https://www.usatoday.com/ James took the opportunity of a question regarding the NBA’s exhibition game in Las Vegas. It is to make a personal appeal to NBA commissioner Adam Silver, indicating that he would like to be the first in line to buy a team in Sin City if…
Niemann v Carlsen chess cheating controversy is a ‘tragedy’ for both sides. Niemann v Carlsen chess cheating controversy is a ‘tragedy’ for both sides. An investigation has revealed that American youngster Hans Niemann received “illegal assistance” in more than 100 internet chess games, and four of the world’s top 100 grandmasters have also privately confessed to cheating, further rattling the chess community. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ Over a month ago, world champion Magnus Carlsen withdrew from the $500,000 Sinquefield Cup after losing to Niemann before dropping cryptic hints that his opponent may have cheated. The 72-page report by Chess.com is the…
Victor Wembanyama: the 7ft 4in ‘once-in-a-millennium’ prodigy coming to the NBA Victor Wembanyama: the 7ft 4in ‘once-in-a-millennium’ prodigy coming to the NBA. 200 NBA scouts and decision-makers descended on Las Vegas Tuesday night. Victor Wembanyama: the 7ft 4in ‘once-in-a-millennium’ prodigy coming to the NBA. 200 NBA scouts and decision-makers descended on Las Vegas Tuesday night. In the first of two exhibition games, Nevada’s G League Ignite hosted French club Metropolitans 92. Sterling ‘Scoot’ Henderson, a high draft pick in 2019, led Ignite with 28 points and nine assists in a 122-115 win. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ NBA prospect spotters focused on…
Marcelino: ‘At Valencia we had been told not to try to win the cup’ Marcelino: ‘At Valencia we had been told not to try to win the cup’. Marcelino Garca Toral says he may be the first manager fired after winning a trophy. His exit from Valencia in September 2019, which he had just guided to their first silverware in 11 years, was too recent, too raw for him to accept Milan’s offer. Credit – https://www.theguardian.com/ When he was ready to return, Athletic Club appeared. “I felt cherished there,” he says. He had a predicament last week. Statements Which channel?…
Former Captain Sunil Gavaskar makes a bold statement on Jasprit Bumrah Former Captain Sunil Gavaskar makes a bold statement on Jasprit Bumrah. Recently was announced at Jasprit Burmah’s injury and there are high chances that he will not be able to play T20 World Cup. Mohammad Siraj, Mohammed Shami, and Deepak Chahar are the potential candidates for replacing Jaspreet Burmah. The Indian cricket team is currently facing the Worst Nightmare as Jasprit Bumrah’s chances of participating in the T20 World Cup are almost negligible due to a back injury. Image credits: gettyimages.in However, BCCI President Saurabh Ganguly refused to rule…
Cristiano Ronaldo is not in the game as a substitute, Erik Ten tells why Cristiano Ronaldo is not in the game as a substitute, Erik Ten tells why. During practice sessions and games, Manchester United staff take notes to prepare for the post-match inquest. Cristiano Ronaldo’s name is on the top of their list. Manchester United brutally thrashing 6-3 opponents. They are 6-1 with opponents that are the highlights. However, what attracted the most during the game was Ronaldo’s status. Image credits: wallpapers.com Cristiano Ronaldo was an unused substitute which was newsworthy especially when Erik ten hag used all his…
Chelsea owner is on red alert after Cristiano Ronaldo informs Manchester United to leave in the January window Chelsea owner is on red alert after Cristiano Ronaldo informs Manchester United to leave in the January window. Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United is not something new. Chelsea co-owner Todd is on red alert after Cristiano Ronaldo has informed his latest decision to move away from Manchester United in the January transfer window. Image credits: wallpapers.com Boehly was initially interested in the summer transfer window after he spoke with Ronaldo’s agent Mendes. However, the head coach Thomas did not give…
125 Dead, Dozens Injured As Indonesian Football Fans Stampede 125 Dead, Dozens Injured As Indonesian Football Fans Stampede: Survivors want the authorities to take responsibility for the tragedy. At least 125 people died as a result of the stampede that ensued after police sprayed tear gas at the end of the football match. Credit: Channelnewsasia Soccer supporters of Arema FC prayed for the victims of Saturday’s stampede at an Indonesian soccer game. The violence left over 100 people dead, most of whom were trampled to death after police fired tear gas to stop the fighting. The game was supposed to…
What Simona Halep’s return means for women’s tennis What Simona Halep’s return means for women’s tennis: Simona Halep will play in a new tennis event, the World Tennis League, before Christmas. She announced that she won’t be able to compete in any official event during 2022, but she’s excited for this one. Credit: Tennisworld Iga Swiatek and other tennis stars will participate in the Dubai tennis event. Iga enjoys playing tennis and thinks that is a great way to connect people. Tennis is a lot of fun, so that’s why I’m excited to be competing in the World Tennis League.…
Football Australia Expels Eight People For Making A Nazi Salute Football Australia expelled eight people for making a Nazi salute during the Australia Cup final. The Football Australia promises to take immediate action against fans who shouted over the Indigenous welcoming ceremony and made Nazi salutes at the Australia Cup final when it occurred. Credit: Aljazeera On a football game in Sydney, Macarthur FC fell 2-0 over Sydney United 58. Over 16,000 spectators were in attendance Saturday with the event concluding at Western Sydney Stadium. On Sunday, Football Australia condemned the event and eight people were evicted from CommBank Stadium…