Should Hong Kong chase the target down, it would be their highest successful T20I chase
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Sediqullah Atal and Azmatullah Omarzai struck half-centuries each to carry Afghanistan to 188 for 6 in the opening match of the men’s T20 Asia Cup. Hong Kong had their moments, their spinners in particular harnessing slow conditions well enough to frustrate their more pedigreed opponents. But the gulf in class eventually showed as Yasin Murtaza’s side dropped catches and committed misfields to hurt their own chances.Sediqullah has brought up each of this three T20I fifties in his last four innings, and as well as he looked out in the middle, standing tall at the crease and largely coping with the lack of pace, he benefited from three missed chances. A man who could’ve been dismissed in the very first over in the end batted through to finish on 73 off 52.Murtaza was involved in all three lives Sediqullah got – twice dropping the catch himself and once having to watch it go down off his own bowling. He did the best he could to make up for it, the three Hong Kong spinners giving the ball such little pace but so much air that this game looked straight out of the 90s. As such, the more modern day T20 batter wasn’t able to adjust. Murtaza, Ehsan Khan and Kinchit Shah picked up 3 for 75 in 11 overs.However, the arrival of pace in the 17th over changed the game with Atal and Omarzai targeting Ayush Shukla. Afghanistan scored 69 runs in the last four overs with Omarzai raising his first T20I half-century. From the simple clear-the-front-leg slog to the cheeky ramp past the keeper, the Afghanistan allrounder has shown impressive range on a difficult batting pitch and finished with a strike rate of 252.38.Should Hong Kong chase the target down, it would be their highest successful T20I chase.
علق ييس توروب المدير الفني لفريق الكرة الأول بالنادي الأهلي على تحقيق الفوز أمام نظيره شبيبة القبائل الجزائري، في دوري أبطال إفريقيا.
وحقق الأهلي الفوز الأول له في دور المجموعات، برباعية مقابل هدف، على شبيبة القبائل الجزائري.
وقال توروب في المؤتمر الصحفي عقب المباراة: “أتينا اليوم وأمام هدف واحد وهو تحقيق الفوز وبداية جيدة في دور المجموعات، ورأينا الجماهير ودعمها للفريق”.
طالع| فيديو | إمام عاشور يعود ويسجل في رباعية “ممتعة” لـ الأهلي أمام شبيبة القبائل بدوري أبطال إفريقيا
وتابع: “لو رأينا المباراة كنا نستحق الفوز ونستحق تسجيل أهداف أكثر من ذلك، وهناك 15 دقيقة في الشوط الثاني منحنا المنافس فيها فرصة للضغط علينا واستقبلنا هدفًا”.
وأضاف: “الطبيعي أن نفوز بـ6 أو 7 أهداف ولكن لم يحدث، ومن الناحية البدنية أصبحنا نبذل جهدًا أكبر والشكل أصبح أفضل وسعيد بذلك”.
وعن خطأ محمد الشناوي في هدف شبيبة القبائل، علق: “نحن فريق واحد، نفوز سويًا ونخسر سويًا، والأخطاء شيء طبيعي، رأيت الهدف، كان هناك تدخل من المدافع وهذا صعب على الحارس، من السهل أن أشير إلى أن الخطأ على هذا اللاعب في لقطة الهدف ولكن بالنسبة لي أن الفريق كله يتجاوز الأمر ويدرك أننا نستطيع الفوز مرة أخرى”.
وواصل: “نحتاج كل اللاعبين ورأينا مشاركة مصطفى شوبير وقدم إنقاذًا جيدًا جدًا والأمر كله في الأداء واللاعب الذي يقدم أداء أفضل سيلعب”.
وأردف: “جبهة أشرف بن شرقي ومحمد هاني قدمت أداء جيدًا، وهذا ليس جديدًا على المغربي خاصة وأن المباريات الماضية قدم أداء مميزًا وسجل أمام الزمالك، وتحدثت معه من قبل وهو لاعب كبير ولديه إمكانيات هجومية رائعة”.
وأكمل: “متفق أن الشوط الأول قدمنا أداء مميزًا وسيطرنا بشكل كبير، عكس الشوط الثاني، نحتاج أن نسيطر على المباراة طيلة الـ90 دقيقة وأعلم أن هذا ليس سهلاً، سأشاهد المباراة مرة أخرى من أجل معرفة الإيجابيات والسلبيات لكني أركز في مباراة اليوم وأمامنا 6 أيام على المباراة القادمة، لذلك تركيزنا كله على لقاء اليوم”.
واختتم: “سأرى التدريبات لكي أحدد من سيلعب في المباراة القادمة، كانت لدي حيرة من يلعب في الهجوم قبل اللقاء، طاهر أو محمد شريف ولكني في النهاية رأيت أن شريف سيكون أفضل لهذا اللقاء”.
O Corinthians derrotou o Atlético-GO por 4 a 1 neste domingo (14), pela terceira fase da Copinha, no estádio municipal Bento de Abreu Sampaio Vidal. Arthur Sousa, Pedrinho (2) e Higor marcaram pelo Timão, enquanto Almeida descontou para o Dragão.
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Com o resultado, as Crias do Terrão avançam às oitavas de final do torneio e aguardam o vencedor do confronto entre CRB e Fortaleza. O Atlético-GO está eliminado da Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior.
⚽ COMO FOI A PARTIDA?
Como um “rolo compressor”, o Corinthians pressionou o Atlético-GO desde o primeiro minuto e manteve a intensidade até o final da partida. Tanto que, com 17 minutos do primeiro tempo, as Crias do Terrão já venciam por 2 a 0. Mesmo superado em grande parte do jogo, o Dragão esboçava reação e tentou igualar o nível técnico do confronto, mas esbarrou em um Timão muito inspirado, que teve chances de ampliar ainda mais o marcador.
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✅ O QUE VEM POR AÍ?
Sem data definida, o Corinthians enfrentará o vencedor do duelo entre CRB e Fortaleza, que jogam a partir das que jogam às 20h30destedomingo.
Glasgow Rangers are currently enjoying the last international break of the year before their season runs through until March 2026, which means that Danny Rohl has two weeks to assess his start to life at Ibrox.
The German head coach came in to replace Russell Martin in the dugout, after the Scottish boss endured a dismal tenure in Glasgow, and was thrust straight into action with a Europa League clash against Brann within a couple of days.
Rohl has already managed six matches as the Gers head coach, winning three of them, and this international break is his first chance to settle down and take time to plan for the future.
The January transfer window is less than two months away and it will be interesting to see what moves the former Sheffield Wednesday boss wants to make with the squad.
It has already been reported that Genk central defender Mujaid Sadick is a target for the Scottish giants, with an enquiry having been made, which suggests that Rohl wants a new centre-back to bolster his backline.
Whilst incoming signings will be on the agenda, it will also be interesting to see who the head coach decides to part ways with when the January transfer window opens for business.
Rangers players whose futures may be in doubt
There are several players in the first-team squad whose futures at Ibrox are in doubt because of their lack of minutes on the pitch in the 2025/26 campaign.
Per Transfermarkt, Clinton Nsiala has not played a single minute of football under Martin, Stevie Smith, or Rohl, and that may put his future into doubt unless that changes in the next few weeks.
Football FanCast recently published an article suggesting that the 21-year-old centre-back should be given an opportunity to shine, after the Gers won seven of the 11 matches that he played in the Scottish Premiership last season.
So, whilst his future may be in doubt, Rohl should look to provide the French talent with an opportunity to impress before making a final decision on his situation.
Attacking midfielder Nedim Bajrami is another player who may be considering his future at Ibrox ahead of the January transfer window, due to his lack of minutes on the pitch this season.
The Albania international, who was signed from Sassuolo in the summer of 2024, has only played 170 minutes across ten appearances in all competitions in the 2025/26 campaign, per Transfermarkt.
Nedim Bajrami in 25/26 Premiership
Opposition
Minutes
Dundee
Unused substitute
Hibernian
Not in matchday squad
Kilmarnock
Not in matchday squad
Dundee United
Unused substitute
Falkirk
7
Livingston
8
Hearts
13
Celtic
14
St Mirren
Not in matchday squad
Dundee
Not in matchday squad
Motherwell
17
Stats via Transfermarkt
As you can see in the table above, the former Serie A playmaker has rarely been used in the Premiership this season, with zero minutes under his belt under Rohl in the division.
It was reported that there were offers on the table for Bajrami in the summer transfer window, which suggests that there may be enough interest in January to finally cash in on him.
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Whilst rarely-seen players like Nsiala and Bajrami may be moved on in January, rightly or wrongly, Rohl and Thelwell should also look to cash in on a player who is currently considered a first-team star, Mohamed Diomande.
The central midfielder was compared to Zidane by Turkish legend and TV pundit Nihat after the 3-1 win against Fenerbahce in the Europa League in March of last season.
After an assist in the win for the Gers, Nihat said: “Mohamed Diomande was brilliant – like the best of Zinedine Zidane – thank God they substituted him.”
However, eight months on from that incredible comparison to the Real Madrid and France legend, Rangers should ruthlessly cash in on the midfielder in January.
Why Rangers should cash in on Mohamed Diomande
Turkish side Besiktas reportedly made an offer of £10m to sign the Ivorian midfielder from the Light Blues during the summer transfer window, but that was not enough to tempt them into selling. He was also linked with a possible move to Premier League side Everton.
This suggests that there are teams who are interested in signing the left-footed star from the Gers, which means that there could be an opportunity to cash in on him when the January transfer window opens for business.
If a team are willing to pay £10m or more for the central midfielder in January, it would represent a great deal for the Light Blues because they only paid £4.3m to sign him from FC Nordsjaelland in the summer of 2024.
The 24-year-old star did impress in the 2024/25 campaign, with six goals and nine assists in all competitions (Transfermarkt), including a goal against Celtic at Parkhead in March.
However, the central midfielder’s form has taken a nosedive in the current season, unfortunately, and it may be the right time to cash in on him at the start of next year.
Mohamed Diomande (Premiership)
24/25
25/26
Appearances
36
8
Sofascore rating
7.19
6.45
Goals
4
0
Key passes per game
1.2
0.5
Assists
7
0
Duels won per game
4.4
2.9
Ground duel success rate
57%
46%
Aerial duel success rate
48%
25%
Stats via Sofascore
As you can see in the table above, Diomande’s performances in and out of possession in the Premiership have declined significantly, as he has struggled in all phases of play in the league this term.
On top of his struggles domestically, the central midfielder has started one match in the league phase of the Europa League this season and was sent off for a challenge on Genk’s El Ouahdi.
Because of his inconsistency, from last season to the current one, and his dismal performances in the Premiership, it could be the right move for Thelwell and Rohl to part ways with the midfielder in January.
Selling Diomande in January could avoid a situation where his performances continue to decline and he is worth even less in the future, and it would provide the new manager with funds to bring in his own players.
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Of course, the risk is that the Ivorian could recapture his best form elsewhere, but this could be the best course of action given what has happened so far in the 2025/26 campaign.
West Ham have emerged as favourites to sign a highly-rated striker in January as manager Nuno Espírito Santo scours the market for more firepower.
West Ham begin striker search ahead of January
The east Londoners, according to widespread reports, are intensifying their search for attacking reinforcements ahead of the winter transfer window, with Niclas Fullkrug’s impending departure forcing Nuno to prioritize forward additions during the crucial mid-season period.
The German international has made his intentions clear, informing the club he wishes to leave when the window reopens in a bid to revive his career, not to mention boost his chances of making Germany’s 2026 World Cup squad.
Fullkrug’s disastrous spell at the London Stadium has yielded zero goals this season across seven appearances, with persistent injury problems severely limiting his availability ever since his £27 million move from Borussia Dortmund last year.
In terms of the 32-year-old’s possible replacements, a few intriguing targets have been mooted already.
AC Milan striker Santiago Gimenez has emerged as a reported target for West Ham, with Nuno learning the Mexican international would cost approximately £30 million.
Manchester United’s Joshua Zirkzee represents another option being explored by the Hammers. The Dutchman has reportedly grown frustrated with his limited playing time under Ruben Amorim, and is seeking regular minutes to maintain his own international prospects ahead of the World Cup.
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Real Madrid youngster Endrick has also been mentioned as a possible loan target, but the Brazilian now looks set to join Lyon instead.
West Ham’s results in the Premier League so far
Sunderland 3-0 West Ham
West Ham 1-5 Chelsea
Nottingham Forest 0-3 West Ham
West Ham 0-3 Tottenham
West Ham 1-2 Crystal Palace
Everton 1-1 West Ham
Arsenal 2-0 West Ham
West Ham 0-2 Brentford
Leeds 2-1 West Ham
West Ham 3-1 Newcastle
West Ham 3-2 Burnley
Bournemouth 2-2 West Ham
Meanwhile, former Brentford striker Ivan Toney could be tempted to return to England from Saudi Arabia’s Al Ahli on a temporary basis, with West Ham said to be in the mix for his signature.
They’ve also been linked with Juventus’ Jonathan David, FC Midtjylland forward Franculino Dju and even former Tottenham striker Troy Parrott recently, as chairman David Sullivan casts his net far and wide in pursuit of solutions.
West Ham now in pole position to sign Promise David
Now, as per TEAMtalk, West Ham are emerging in pole position to sign Union Saint-Gilloise forward Promise David after already making contact.
USG are apparently ready to entertain offers of around £17.5 million for the Canadian international, and West Ham are fully aware of this.
The towering 24-year-old has captured attention following his impressive performances in Belgium, where he netted 24 goals in his debut campaign last season to help USG end a remarkable 90-year wait for a Jupiler Pro League title.
Standing at 6 ft 4, David offers the physical presence and aerial threat that West Ham desperately require up front, with Nuno potentially targeting his own version of Chris Wood in east London.
Nuno helped to transform the colossal Wood into a clinical marksman at Nottingham Forest, and while that is an obvious comparison to make with David, there are gaping similarities.
However, West Ham face competition from fellow relegation battlers Leeds and Wolves, who both recognize David’s potential value as well.
The striker’s Champions League experience adds further appeal, having recently scored a winner against Galatasaray to announce himself on Europe’s biggest stage — ending the Turkish champions’ 33-game unbeaten run in the process.
For just under £18m, he could be a fine candidate to strengthen West Ham’s forward line, especially considering how teammates have described him as “the monster”.
أعلنت رابطة الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز هوية الحكم الذي سيتولى إدارة مباراة فريقي ليفربول ووست هام، في إطار منافسات البطولة، يوم الأحد المقبل.
ويستضيف ملعب “لندن الأولمبي” مباراة فريقي ليفربول ووست هام، والتي تأتي في إطار منافسات الجولة الثالثة عشر من بطولة الدوري الإنجليزي، موسم 2025/26.
ويحتل ليفربول في الوقت الحالي، المركز الثاني عشر، في جدول الدوري الإنجليزي برصيد 18 نقطة حيث يعاني من فترة سيئة للغاية تحت قيادة المدرب آرني سلوت.
اقرأ أيضًا.. ليفربول ينتظر ردًا حاسمًا من فيفا قبل اتخاذ قرار مهم بشأن محمد صلاح
وحسبما أعلنت رابطة الدوري الإنجليزي، فإن الحكم دارين إنجلاند سيكون مسؤولًا عن مباراة ليفربول ووست هام يوم الأحد القادم، في إطار منافسات الجولة المقبلة من البطولة.
وسيمثل ذلك دفعة قوية لـ ليفربول حيث حقق نتائج جيدة في المباريات التي أدارها دارين إنجلاند لصالحه، ولم يخسر إلا لقاء واحد فقط تحت قيادته.
وأدار دارين إنجلاند 7 مباريات لصالح ليفربول في مختلف المسابقات، حيث حقق الريدز فوزًا في 3، وتعادل في 3، وخسر واحدة فقط، مع العلم أنه كان مسؤولًا عن مباراة الفريق ضد إيفرتون في الجولة الخامسة من الدوري الإنجليزي ذلك الموسم وحقق حامل اللقب فوزًا بهدفين لهدف.
O início da partida entre São Paulo e Vitória, válida pela quinta rodada do Campeonato Brasileiro, foi marcado por polêmicas envolvendo o VAR. Antes dos cinco minutos de partida, o zagueiro Wagner Leonardo se envolveu em uma disputada com Calleri na área.
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Após revisão, o árbitro da partida decidiu por expulsar o jogador do Leão, que passou a atuar com dez atletas em campo.
Nas redes sociais, torcedores do Vitória criticaram a atitude de Wagner, que teria acertado uma cotovelada no atacante adversário. Os são-paulinos, por sua vez, comemoram a decisão da equipe de arbitragem. Confira alguns comentários a seguir.
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Jahanara Alam, who has not played international cricket since December 2024, claimed that the Bangladesh women’s captain “beats up” her team-mates
ESPNcricinfo staff05-Nov-2025
Nigar Sultana has come under fire from her former team-mate Jahanara Alam•ICC/Getty Images
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has said it “strongly refutes” allegations of physical abuse made by fast bowler Jahanara Alam against the current national women’s team captain Nigar Sultana.Alam, who has not played international cricket since December 2024, claimed that Sultana “beat up” her team-mates in an interview with Bangladesh newspaper .”The BCB categorically and strongly refutes these allegations, which are baseless, fabricated and devoid of any truth,” the board said in a statement. “The Board finds it unfortunate that such derogatory and scandalous claims have been made at a time when the Bangladesh Women’s Team is showing commendable progress and unity on the international stage.”The Board believes that the timing and nature of these comments are deliberate, ill-intentioned and seemingly aimed at undermining the spirit and confidence of a team that continues to represent the country with pride. It is deeply disappointing that an individual who currently has no involvement or relevance in the plans of Bangladesh cricket has chosen to make such misleading statements in public.””The BCB wishes to make it clear that it has complete trust and confidence in the Women’s National Team’s leadership, players and management. The Board has found no evidence to support any of the claims made and stands firmly behind the team and its personnel.”Bangladesh had finished seventh out of eight teams in the recent Women’s World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Their only victory came against Pakistan but they ran England, South Africa and Sri Lanka close.
Wolverhampton Wanderers have now registered their interest in signing Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Garcia on loan in the January transfer window, alongside a whole host of rival Premier League clubs.
Fosun would’ve been hoping Rob Edwards could breathe new life into a Wolves side that have massively disappointed so far this season, but the manager was on the receiving end of a defeat in his first match in charge, with Crystal Palace emerging as 2-0 winners at Molineux on Saturday.
Edwards’ side actually looked better from an attacking point of view, recording an xG of 1.79, compared to 1.27 from the Eagles, but they were unable to take their chances, with both Jhon Arias and Ladislav Krejci squandering big opportunities.
Things are looking bleak for the Old Gold, who are still searching for their first win of the Premier League season, and now sit nine points from safety, given that they have the worst attacking and defensive records in the top flight, scoring seven and conceding 27.
As such, if the Wanderers are to stand any chance of avoiding the drop, they may need to make major improvements at both ends of the pitch in the upcoming transfer window, and they have now made an approach for a new centre-forward.
Wolves make approach to sign Gonzalo Garcia on loan
According to journalist Pete O’Rourke, in a report for Football Insider, Wolves are one of a number of clubs in the race for Real Madrid forward Garcia this January, although it remains to be seen whether they will be willing to sanction a departure.
The Spanish side are concerned about a lack of attacking depth, which means they may not be willing to let the 21-year-old leave, despite several English sides queuing up to get a deal done, with O’Rourke saying: “If Real Madrid are willing to loan him out, I’m sure it’s more than just Leeds will be interested in him. I believe Brighton, Villa and Wolves have all registered interest.
“A lot will depend on Real Madrid. If there’s any injuries to their forwards then it might mean there’s no chance that Garcia goes out and loan.”
Hailed as a “goal machine” in the media, the youngster clearly has a lot of potential, having starred for Madrid at the Club World Cup in the summer, bagging four goals and an assist in six outings out in the USA.
Wolves are in dire need of a fresh injection of quality in attack, having failed to score in four out of their last five Premier League games, with Jorgen Strand Larsen failing to impress, finding the back of the net just once in 10 top-flight outings.
As such, a move for Garcia would make sense, but it will be strange if the Real Madrid ace is willing to move to a club in huge danger of relegation, given that there is likely to be plenty of other options on the table.
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The Midlands side are ready to back their new manager.
كشف الدنماركي ييس توروب المدير الفني لفريق الأهلي، عن اللاعبين البدلاء أمام الجيش الملكي، في دور المجموعات من بطولة دوري أبطال إفريقيا.
ويلتقي الأهلي مع الجيش الملكي المغربي، في تمام الساعة التاسعة من مساء اليوم بتوقيت القاهرة، على ملعب مولاي الحسن بالرباط، في الجولة الثانية من دور المجموعات من بطولة دوري أبطال إفريقيا.
طالع.. مجموعة الأهلي | التعادل السلبي يحسم مباراة شبيبة القبائل ويانج أفريكانز
ويقع الأهلي في المجموعة الثانية من مجموعات أبطال إفريقيا رفقة الجيش الملكي المغربي وشبية القبائل الجزائري ويانج أفريكانز التنزاني.
وكان الأهلي قد فاز في المباراة الماضية على شبيبة القبائل الجزائري برباعية مقابل هدف، يوم السبت الماضي على ملعب القاهرة الدولي.
وشهدت دكة بدلاء الأهلي تواجد إمام عاشور، رغم تسجيله هدفًا في المباراة الماضية أمام شبيبة القبائل، ولكن المدرب فضل تواجده على دكة البدلاء بسبب ابتعاده في الفترة الماضية بسبب إصابته بفيروس A. بدلاء الأهلي أمام الجيش الملكي في دوري أبطال إفريقيا
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