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Soccer-Congested match schedule reaching tipping point, says Premier League boss

LONDON (Reuters) - Premier League chief executive Richard Masters believes the congested fixture schedule may have reached a tipping point due to the steady increase of regional and international games on the calendar. FIFA expanded the World Cup and introduced a new 32-team version of the Club World Cup that will debut in the U.S. in 2025, while UEFA's expanded Champions League adds more games

2024-04-26T16:13:39Z

Saudi MMA fighter Abdullah Al Qahtani headlines inaugural PFL Mena event in Riyadh

The Professional Fighters League (PFL) will launch its inaugural PFL Mena event next month in Riyadh, with home favourite Abdullah Al Qahtani headlining. The new regional mixed martial arts league, announced earlier this year, will take place on May 10 in the Saudi Arabian capital at The Green Halls, and comprises of athletes from featherweight and...

2024-04-25T11:14:26Z

Slot 'confident' of taking over from Klopp in midst of negotiations at Liverpool

Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso had been the favourite to succeed Klopp but has now committed himself to the German club after leading them to a first-ever Bundesliga title

2024-04-26T10:08:46Z

Liverpool interest in Leverkusen ‘small loser’ has ‘come as a surprise’ amid £51m move claim

According to reports, Liverpool's interest in Bayer Leverkusen star Odilon Kossounou has 'come as a bit of a surprise' to some in Germany.

2024-04-26T18:35:39Z

IPL 2024: 'Massive' win, says Du Plessis as spinners bowl RCB to victory over Sunrisers

Karn Sharma and Swapnil Singh bag four key wickets to secure a 35-run victory in Hyderabad

2024-04-25T19:21:24Z

Leicester promoted back to Premier League as Leeds humbled at QPR

By Samuel Indyk LONDON (Reuters) - Leicester City earned promotion back to the Premier League on Friday after nearest rivals Leeds United were beaten 4-0 by Queens Park Rangers, ensuring the Championship leaders will finish in the top two in the standings. The result left second-placed Leeds's chances of automatic promotion from the second-tier Championship hanging by a thread. They trail

2024-04-26T21:34:36Z

Melissa Gatto fights Tamires Vidal at UFC Fight Night 241 after Hailey Cowan injured

The UFC Fight Night 241 lineup has been tweaked slightly. With injured, moves to bantamweight to fight fellow Brazilian at the May 18 event at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. Two people with knowledge of the change recently informed MMA Junkie of the tweak but asked…

2024-04-26T20:32:42Z

Arne Slot confident of becoming new Liverpool manager

Feyenoord coach Arne Slot says he has "every confidence" of a deal being concluded that will see him replace Jurgen Klopp as Liverpool manager. Long-serving boss Klopp, whose side saw their Premier League title ambitions dealt a hammer blow in a 2-0 defeat to Merseyside rivals Everton on Wednesday night, is stepping down at the end of the season. S...

2024-04-25T19:16:01Z

UFC on ESPN 55 weigh-in results and live video stream

LAS VEGAS – MMA Junkie is on scene and reporting live from Friday's official UFC on ESPN 55 (ESPN/ESPN2/ESPN+)fighter weigh-ins at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas, which kick off at noon ET (9 a.m. PT). Among those weighing in are Matheus Nicolau (19-4-1 MMA, 7-2 UFC)

2024-04-26T11:55:11Z

Tickets to see LeBron James and star-studded USA team in Abu Dhabi go on sale

Basketball fans in the UAE can now get their hands on tickets to watch some of the biggest stars in the game in Abu Dhabi. Tickets for the USA Basketball Showcase Abu Dhabi are now available on ticketmaster.ae. The event sees NBA superstar LeBron James and a star-studded US national team take on Australia and Serbia in Abu Dhabi in July as part of ...

2024-04-25T09:29:08Z

PFL MMA launches debut season of PFL Mena in Riyadh

The historic season opener will feature fighters from the Featherweight and Bantamweight divisions

2024-04-25T13:50:39Z

Soccer-Al Ahly to face Esperance in African Champions League final

CAIRO (Reuters) - Defending champions Al Ahly of Egypt will take on perennial rivals Esperance of Tunisia in this year’s African Champions League final after winning their semi-finals on Friday. Al Ahly, who have won five of the last seven editions and a record 11 in total, overcame TP Mazembe of the Democratic Republic of Congo in Cairo and Esperance pulled off a surprise 1-0 win over South

2024-04-26T21:54:37Z

Premier League predictions: Spurs and Arsenal share derby spoils, Man City rout Forest

Saturday: West Ham v Liverpool (3.30pm kick off UAE) West Ham United are looking to avoid a third defeat on the trot having won just once in eight games across all competitions – including an embarrassing 5-2 defeat at Crystal Palace last weekend. They sit eighth in the table and are in danger of missing out on European football for the first time ...

2024-04-26T07:03:46Z

Teenager Berry leads by two at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club's UAE Challenge

Debutant and |Dubai amateur Oscar Craig makes the cut on a tough day dominated by warm winds

2024-04-26T21:25:40Z

Soccer-Real edge closer to title with win at Sociedad

(Reuters) - Arda Gueler scored in the first half to earn a second-string Real Madrid side a 1-0 win at Real Sociedad on Friday, moving the LaLiga leaders a step closer to a record-extending 36th Spanish title. With five games remaining, Real climbed to 84 points and extended their lead to 14 points over second-placed Barcelona, who have a game in hand and host Valencia on Monday. Real manager

2024-04-26T21:34:36Z

Pundit claims Klopp is more ‘significant participatory’ than a ‘winner’ in Guardiola comparison

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has been labelled a "significant participatory" as a pundit has compared him with rival manager Pep Guardiola.

2024-04-26T16:50:26Z

Soccer-Richarlison back for rested Spurs in derby with leaders Arsenal

(Reuters) - Tottenham Hotspur's two-week break has given forward Richarlison the chance to recover from injury, and the Brazilian is available for this weekend's derby with Premier League leaders Arsenal, manager Ange Postecoglou said on Friday. Richarlison missed the last two games with a knee injury, and his return, along with Pedro Porro who went off injured in the 4-0 loss to Newcastle United

2024-04-26T14:08:19Z

Liverpool, City target Florian Wirtz tipped to have ‘similar career’ to Inter Miami star Lionel Messi

Reported Liverpool and Manchester City target Florian Wirtz has been likened to Lionel Messi, as he can have a "similar career" to the Inter Miami star.

2024-04-26T16:05:09Z

Three-way tie at the top of UAE Challenge at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club

With his famous stepfather Tommy Fleetwood on his bag, Dubai’s Oscar Craig shoots a promising first round 69

2024-04-25T19:51:27Z

Erik Ten Hag praises Man United 'resilience' after comeback win over Sheffield United

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag praised his players for showing "the resilience to fight back" after twice falling behind to the Premier League's bottom side Sheffield United on Wednesday night. United secured a 4-2 victory at Old Trafford to move up to sixth in the standings but it was nowhere near as convincing as the scoreline might sugge...

2024-04-25T07:13:54Z

Erik 'very grateful' to be part of Al Ain's quest for Asian Champions League success

Despite being bogged down somewhat by the protective boot on his right foot, a consequence of the injury that curtailed his Asian Champions League semi-final, Erik still lit up at the thought of what had just passed. And, more importantly, of what is to come. “Bro, too much emotion for me,” the Al Ain full-back told The National, as the sensation o...

2024-04-26T03:47:34Z

Soccer-Man City striker Shaw ruled out for rest of WSL season

(Reuters) - Manchester City forward Khadija Shaw will miss the remainder of the season with a foot injury, the Women's Super League club said on Friday. League leaders City's title hopes were dealt a massive blow with the news, as Shaw is top scorer in the WSL this campaign with 21 goals, and after sustaining the injury in Sunday's 5-0 win over West Ham United, will miss their final three games.

2024-04-26T15:48:35Z

Liverpool ‘agree’ Arne Slot ‘compensation package’ as Fabrizio Romano drops ‘here we go’ verdict

According to reports, Liverpool have 'agreed' a deal with Feyenoord so Arne Slot will head to Anfield as Jurgen Klopp's replacement in the summer.

2024-04-26T20:39:30Z

Soccer-Guardiola hints Haaland could return for league game at Nottingham Forest

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester City could have their prolific scorer Erling Haaland back for Sunday's Premier League game against Nottingham Forest, manager Pep Guardiola hinted after Thursday's clinical 4-0 thrashing of Brighton & Hove Albion. The forward, who is joint top of the league's scoring charts this season with Chelsea's Cole Palmer on 20 goals, sat out both Thursday's

2024-04-26T14:33:23Z

Woods, McIlroy to receive millions in loyalty payouts for shunning LIV and sticking with PGA Tour

Between them the two players are set to receive a stake around $150 million from the Tour's newly-formed enterprise

2024-04-25T11:04:58Z

Excitement builds as tickets go on sale for 2024 USA Basketball Showcase Abu Dhabi

The American they will face Australia and Serbia on July 15 and July 17 as part of their preparation for the Paris Olympic Games

2024-04-25T16:20:54Z

Hurricanes v Dragons: Sleeping giants of UAE rugby ready to contest Premiership title

Two of Dubai rugby’s sleeping giants will vie for the UAE Premiership title on Saturday when Dubai Hurricanes face Jebel Ali Dragons in the final in Al Ain. Beyond their own clubs, neither side was widely anticipated to reach this point. They finished third and fourth respectively in the table, and had semi-finals last weekend against sides who had...

2024-04-26T10:18:45Z

Cycling-Pogacar could target historic Grand Tour treble in same year, says Contador

By Martyn Herman ALCUDIA, Spain (Reuters) - Tadej Pogacar looks unstoppable for this year's Giro d'Italia and could even do something never seen before in cycling history and win all three Grand Tours in the same season, according to Spanish great Alberto Contador. Slovenian Pogacar has started the season in sensational fashion and blew away a high quality field to win Liege-Bastogne-Liege last

2024-04-26T15:48:36Z

Mount's return a big boost for Man United ahead of Burnley clash

Hag will hopeful Luke Shaw, Anthony Martial and Lisandro Martinez will return before the season's end

2024-04-26T19:40:24Z

UAE frustrated by unforced errors after losing opening T20 World Cup qualifier to Ireland

UAE coach Ahmed Raza rued a string of unforced errors as the national team started Women’s T20 World Cup qualifying with defeat on Thursday. The host nation had begun in promising style against Ireland in the opening match of the 10-team global qualifier in Abu Dhabi. They made it to 64-1 before suffering an implosion, much of which was self inflic...

2024-04-25T15:15:08Z

UFC on ESPN 55 video: Matheus Nicolau, Alex Perez make weight in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS – The main event for the UFC's latest home show is official after the headliners made weight Friday. Ahead of UFC on ESPN 55 ESPN/ESPN2/ESPN+), which takes place Saturday at the UFC Apex, (19-4-1 MMA, 7-2 UFC) and former flyweight title challenger (24

2024-04-26T17:16:16Z

Guardiola warns Man City must be wary of slip-ups in title run-in after thrashing Brighton

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he warned his players to let Liverpool's surprise loss to Everton serve as a reminder that any team can slip up in the title race, before watching them thrash Brighton away 4-0. City moved a point behind Premier League leaders Arsenal and leapfrogged Liverpool into second spot thanks to Phil Foden’s double...

2024-04-26T05:47:38Z

Soccer-Mount returns to boost Man United ahead of Burnley clash

MANCHESTER, England (Reuters) - Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag will have Mason Mount back for Saturday's Premier League game against Burnley and is hopeful Luke Shaw, Anthony Martial and Lisandro Martinez will return before the season's end. Mount, who has started just seven matches this season across all competitions, had just returned from a three-month injury layoff when he suffered a

2024-04-26T15:23:30Z

Soccer-Arteta praises Arsenal's team spirit ahead of North London derby challenge

LONDON (Reuters) - Arsenal will have nearly the whole squad available for selection when the Premier League leaders visit Tottenham Hotspur for the North London derby on Sunday with defender Jurrien Timber close to return, manager Mikel Arteta said. Timber, who suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury in August, played half a game for Arsenal's Under-21 side on Monday. "We’re going to

2024-04-26T14:08:18Z

Guardiola says the intense pressure is driving his players to perform at a higher level

The Man City manager admits that the Premier League is shaping into a three-team race and that there can be no slip-ups

2024-04-26T08:38:31Z

Jurgen Klopp admits Liverpool need 'crisis' from Man City and Arsenal to win title

Jurgen Klopp is refusing to give up on the Premier League title but conceded Liverpool need a "crisis" from Manchester City and Arsenal after Wednesday night's defeat to rivals Everton. Everton secured their first win in a Merseyside derby at Goodison Park since 2010 to leave Liverpool's title aspirations in tatters. Defeat leaves Jurgen Klopp's me...

2024-04-25T04:58:33Z

Mbappe ‘forces painful exit’ with ‘everything pointing’ to £128m sale amid Liverpool, Man Utd interest

According to reports, Kylian Mbappe's move to Real Madrid could 'force a very painful exit' with Liverpool and Manchester United interested in Rodrygo.

2024-04-26T20:24:22Z

Soccer-Feyenoord, Liverpool reach agreement over Slot - reports

(Reuters) -Feyenoord and Liverpool have reached a verbal agreement regarding the appointment of Arne Slot as coach of the Premier League club, Dutch media reported on Friday. Slot said on Thursday that he wanted to succeed German Juergen Klopp as Liverpool manager. Feyenoord and Liverpool have held positive discussions and only the final details need to be decided for Slot to join the English

2024-04-26T20:54:24Z

Max Verstappen's F1 dominance could go on until 2026, says David Coulthard

Max Verstappen's sheer domination of Formula One could continue for another two years, warned former driver David Coulthard. Verstappen became the first driver this century to start the season with five consecutive pole positions in qualifying for last Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix. He went on to crush the opposition for a fourth win in five. The Red...

2024-04-25T06:58:49Z

Nadal wishes he could play longer and create a lasting memory for his son Rafa Junior

The 22-time Grand Slam champion and his wife Maria Francisca Perello welcomed their first child together in October 2022

2024-04-26T09:23:37Z

Montana De La Rosa, Andrea Lee booked for UFC rematch in Louisville

Five years after their first fight, and will meet inside the UFC cage again. At a UFC Fight Night event scheduled for June 8, De La Rosa (12-9-1 MMA, 5-5-1 UFC) and Lee (13-9 MMA, 5-7 UFC) will fight in a three-round flyweight bout at KFC Yum! Center in Louisville, Ky., the…

2024-04-25T18:42:26Z

UFC Louisville lineup announced: Dominick Reyes vs. Dustin Jacoby, but no main event official

The UFC Louisville fight card is near completion. Former UFC light heavyweight title challenger vs. is the newest addition to the June 8 event at KFC Yum! Center. The promotion made that bout and 12 other fights official on Thursday, but still no main event…

2024-04-25T20:57:49Z

Alex Eala: I grew up watching Pacquiao fights, now I want to inspire young Filipinas

Alex Eala grew up watching Manny Pacquiao fights, huddled around the TV with family and friends, cheering on the Filipino boxing legend. Now, at 18, Eala is emerging as a role model herself, having become the highest-ranked Filipina in tennis history, and the first player from her country to win a Grand Slam junior singles title. The talented teen ...

2024-04-25T02:58:09Z

Poignant ceremony as Greece hands over Olympic torch for 2024 Games to hosts Paris

Chief organiser Tony Estanguet says the goal is to organise a 'spectacular but also more responsible Games which will contribute towards a more inclusive society'

2024-04-26T19:55:26Z

Arsenal to fend off Saudi interest as they ‘hold positive contract talks’ with star performer

Arsenal have reportedly held 'positive contract talks' with Brazil international Gabriel Magalhaes, who has been linked with the Saudi Pro League.

2024-04-26T17:05:18Z

MMA Junkie Radio #3457: UFC guest Vanessa Demopoulos, Jon Jones news, Cain Velasquez, BKFC, more

Thursday's edition of MMA Junkie Radio with "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" is here. On Episode 3,457, the guys bring on UFC wom

2024-04-25T18:12:18Z

Alcaraz says he was missing the rhythm but makes strong start to Madrid defence

Nadal scores crushing straight-set win over American teenager Darwin Blanch as Rublev ends four-match losing streak

2024-04-26T19:25:21Z

IPL 2024: Master-blasters Sunrisers set IPL record for most sixes in single season

The Hyderabad-based franchise achieved the coveted century landmark n just their eighth match of the season

2024-04-26T08:53:31Z

1PL 2024: Bairstow goes 'ballistic' as Punjab pull off historic T20 run chase against Kolkata

The England star smashed nine sixes and eight fours in his 48-ball 108 as the Kings eclipsed the previous record set by South Africa who overhauled a target of 258 by the West Indies in 2023

2024-04-26T18:55:16Z

Soccer-Fatigue not a worry for Arsenal's Arteta ahead of derby

LONDON (Reuters) -Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is not concerned by his players' hectic schedule in the build-up to Sunday's vital north London derby at Tottenham Hotspur. Premier League leaders Arsenal would open up a four-point lead over champions Manchester City if they beat Tottenham, although City, who face Nottingham Forest later on Sunday, would have two games in hand. Fifth-placed

2024-04-26T16:38:44Z