At 40, Olivier Giroud Says Arsenal Made His Career Fly HOT
Olivier Giroud turns 40 and tells L'Équipe his move to Arsenal in 2012 lifted him into a new level, while joking that his right ankle has almost no ligaments left after years of punishment.
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Bus Mix-Up Costs South Korea a Volleyball Practice at Asian Games HOT
South Korea's volleyball team lost a training session when organizers sent its bus the wrong way, while Pakistan's match was delayed by 30 minutes. The Asian Games committee has apologized for the transport error.
China's U23 Footballers Fall One Step Short of Asian Games Final HOT
China's under-23 men lost 2-1 to South Korea in the Asian Games semi-final in Nagoya, ending a run that took the country to the last four for the first time in 28 years.
China's U23 Footballers Fall to South Korea but Win Over Fans HOT
China's U23 men's football team lost 2-1 to South Korea in the Asian Games semi-final, missing a shot at gold. Coach Antonio praised his squad's teamwork, and fans told the players to keep fighting.
China's U23 Footballers Miss Asian Games Final but Win Praise HOT
China's under-23 men's football team lost 1-2 to South Korea in the Asian Games semi-final, ending their run one step short of the final. Coaches and commentators say the team's stability under Antonio shows real progress.
Man City Ruled to Have Hidden £8.86m Payment to Mancini HOT
An independent Premier League panel found Manchester City concealed £8.86 million owed to former manager Roberto Mancini through a third-party consultancy deal. City, whose ownership is Abu Dhabi-linked, has yet to respond to the ruling.
Morocco Builds World's Biggest Stadium to Steal 2030 World Cup Final HOT
Morocco is racing Spain to host the 2030 World Cup final, betting on a 115,000-seat stadium rising near Casablanca. Its ambassador in Buenos Aires says Morocco dreams of facing Argentina in the final on home soil.
Barcelona's Africa Deal Pays Out as Club's Finances Steady HOT
Barcelona has received the €10 million due this season from its four-season partnership with the Democratic Republic of Congo, and the sponsor's logo will return to the club's training kit after a brief absence.
South Korea's 4-1 Home Humiliation by Uruguay Stuns Fans HOT
South Korea lost 4-1 to Uruguay in a Seoul friendly, leaving fans frustrated and comparing the display to past coaching eras. Interim coach Moreno now faces doubts about a permanent deal.
Japan Stun Venezuela 2-1 With Wild Stoppage-Time Penalty Reversal HOT
Japan beat Venezuela 2-1 in a Kirin Challenge Cup friendly after a stoppage-time VAR review overturned a Venezuela penalty and awarded Japan one instead. Ayase Ueda scored twice, including the winning spot kick.
China's U16 Boys Edge Vietnam 1-0 at Shenyang Peace Cup HOT
China's U16 national team beat ten-man Vietnam 1-0 in Shenyang on a second-half header from Ji Zheng-hao, earning their first win of the Peace Cup invitational. The hosts now have four points from two matches, with the group standings still tight.
Klopp's Custom Cap Sells Out: Germany Coach Turns Fashion Icon HOT
Germany's new head coach Jurgen Klopp has turned a personal fashion statement into a public product, with his custom-designed cap set to go on sale after overwhelming fan demand. The move adds a playful twist to a challenging start for the national team.
Messi's Frustration and a Costly Penalty in Columbus HOT
Inter Miami fell behind early after a VAR-awarded penalty against Columbus Crew, with captain Lionel Messi arguing the call and teammate Casemiro booked for dissent. The match highlighted growing tensions as Miami pushes through a demanding MLS season.
Messi's Stunning Free Kick Rescues Miami in Columbus Thriller HOT
Lionel Messi scored a spectacular long-range free kick from a tight angle to equalize for Inter Miami against Columbus Crew. The match featured a controversial penalty and a yellow card for Casemiro after heated protests.
Shanghai Shenhua Forced to Move Asian Match 60km to Kunshan HOT
Shanghai Shenhua's AFC Champions League Two home game against Cambodian side Svay Rieng on December 3 has been relocated to Kunshan Olympic Sports Centre, about 60km from Shanghai. The Asian Football Confederation confirmed the venue change but kept the 18:00 kickoff time.
Asian Games: China's Track Stars Shine as Hangzhou Heats Up HOT
China's sprinters and hurdlers dominated a rain-soaked day at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, while badminton and table tennis players advanced deep into their brackets. The Games, held in the eastern Chinese city, have become a showcase for the host nation's rising sports talent.
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