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King Klose and his victory record
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1 Dec 2025
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Every Monday, FIFA spotlights a World Cup record. Here, we look back at Miroslav Klose and his pace-setting 17 tournament victories.
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Miroslav Klose is the FIFA World Cup™ record man.
At Brazil 2014, he netted his 16th tournament goal in Germany's 7-1 semi-final demolition of Brazil to become the finals' record scorer. Die Mannschaft then downed Argentina for Klose to clinch a record fourth World Cup medal, following silver in 2002, and bronzes in 2006 and 2010.
That showpiece victory in Rio also secured Klose a 17th win at the finals, taking him into top spot as the player with the most tournament victories.
The signs that Klose would go on to become a World Cup great were there from the offset. Germany laid down their 2002 title credentials in their opening match with an 8-0 thrashing of Saudi Arabia, with Klose marking his tournament bow by becoming just the second player to register a hat-trick of headers.
He netted in their next victory over Cameroon, with three more wins taking Germany to the Yokohama showpiece and a maiden tournament meeting with Brazil. Klose and Co pressed, but they were denied the title by a Ronaldo double.
Germany v Saudi Arabia | Group E | 2002 FIFA World Cup Korea/Japan™ | Highlights
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Klose was on fire once again at Germany's home finals four years later, netting five across as many wins en route to a semi-final battle with Italy. The hosts were edged out by the eventual winners at the Westfalenstadion, but claimed a spot on the podium with a third-place victory over Portugal, as the somersaulting forward seized the adidas Golden Boot.
South Africa 2010 started well for Klose, as he netted in a third successive opening-day win over Australia, but saw red in the defeat to Serbia in their next match and missed the victory over Ghana.
He roared back in the knockouts, though, scoring his 50th International goal in victory over England, and hit a brace on his 100th cap in the 4-0 humbling of Argentina. Spain stifled the Germans in the semis, ensuring they fell to the eventual winners for a third straight tournament. Klose would take home a second bronze medal, although he remained on the bench for the victory over Uruguay.
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Joachim Low drew criticism for selecting Klose, by then 36 and off the back of an injury-ravaged season for Lazio, as his only recognised striker in his Brazil 2014 squad. They needn't have worried.
He begun the tournament on the bench as Germany thrashed Portugal, but emerged from it to rescue his team with a late goal against Ghana. That saw him make the XI for their victory over USA which rubber-stamped top spot in Group G.
The veteran forward took up a watching brief for the nervy win over Algeria in the last 16, before returning to spearhead another narrow victory, this time over France, in the Rio quarter-final.
Low's title hopefuls rode their luck to reach the semis but quickly changed the record against Brazil, notching five goals in an 18-minute blitz to stun their hosts. Klose further twisted the knife by stealing Ronaldo's record as the tournament's record scorer with 16 by netting the second, as the European giants marched into the final with a 7-1 victory.
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Twelve years on from his first crack at the showpiece, Klose once again eyed up a South American foe with Argentina the challengers at a packed Maracana.
He played 88 minutes before making way for Mario Gotze in what proved to be one of the World Cup's most momentous substitutions. Gotze would, indeed, go on to net the extra-time winner to see the Germans clinch a fourth World Crown.
That win took the World Cup's marathon man clear of Brazil icon Cafu and on to a record 17 tournament victories. He retired from international duty a month after the final, departing the scene with a plethora of goals and records, and having never finished off the World Cup podium.
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The post Suns’ Devin Booker reaches historic milestone in Lakers clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Devin Booker accomplished a career scoring milestone in the Phoenix Suns’ matchup against the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night.
Booker is going through the 11th year of his NBA career, all with the Suns. He has led the franchise as their star scorer, keeping them in the realm of playoff contention since the start of the 2020s.
Going into the matchup against Los Angeles, Booker scored 16,991 points throughout his career in the regular season. He needed nine more points to reach the milestone.
Safe to say he achieved that in the entire first quarter. Booker had 11 points, three assists and two rebounds throughout the period, completing the objective in the process.
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Endler on The Best, her Chile return and World Cup ambitions
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1 Dec 2025
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The 34-year-old is looking to become just the second player to be named The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper twice this year.
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Christiane Endler is up for The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper Award
The Lyon star is one of seven shot-stoppers up for the prize
Nomination follows another stellar campaign and a national team return
Following it's 2019 inception, Christiane Endler finished on the podium for the The Best FIFA Women's Goalkeeper Award in each of the first four years, while scooping the prize in 2021.
After finishing sixth in 2023, and not making the shortlist in 2024, the Chilean shot-stopper is hoping to be back among the frontrunners this year following a fifth nomination. She is up for the accolade alongside Barcelona's Cata Coll, Gotham FC's Ann-Katrin Berger, Chelsea's Hannah Hampton, Orlando Pride's Anna Moorhouse, Paris FC's Chiamaka Nnadozie and Manchester United's Phallon Tullis-Joyce.
She spoke to FIFA about her nomination, the key to her consistency, returning to the Chilean national side, her FIFA Women's World Cup™ hopes and more.
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FIFA: How does it feel to be nominated for The Best award once again, having won the honour in 2021?
Endler: I’m over the moon to have been nominated. It’s no mean feat to stay at the top of your game for so long, and I think being consistently nominated is recognition of all the hard work I’ve put in over the years. It shows that I’ve not rested on my laurels and have kept up the hard work over the last few years, and that commitment and dedication are being recognised.
What do you do to stay at the top of your game? What’s key to maintaining that consistency?
I just try to keep learning every day. I’m a firm believer that there’s always room to improve and always something new to learn. The sky’s the limit. It’s about learning from the different coaches you work with, depending on where you are, and keeping up with the latest trends in sports training so as not to get left behind. You need to keep learning every day. Experience also plays a big part. It helps you improve, manage matches more effectively, and read situations better. It’s a combination of many things, but having clear goals, the motivation to get better, and the desire to keep winning is essential to staying on top of your game and improving.
People often say goalkeepers get better with age. Would you say that applies to you?
Yes, without a shadow of a doubt. Experience is invaluable. As I said, it helps you manage the tempo of the game, cope with pressure, and prepare for matches. Having experienced it so many times, you know what to expect and are better prepared. You also adapt to the different coaches you work with during your career, and learning things from each of them is key to helping you improve. Your physical abilities might start to wane over the years, but experience is something you can lean on.
How would you describe the role of a goalkeeper in the women’s game?
I think it’s changed a lot. It probably used to be one of the weakest positions in women’s football, but in recent years there has been a flurry of incredibly talented goalkeepers coming through. Starting out in goalkeeping from an early age and receiving specific training from goalkeeping coaches has helped tremendously. I also think that goalkeepers nowadays are on a par with outfield players. You’ve got to keep up with the modern game, and it’s very important to be part of the play, building attacks from the back, being comfortable with the ball at your feet and having excellent distribution. You can clearly see the progress over the years, and I’m chuffed to bits that clubs are now valuing goalkeepers more, investing in their development, and recognising the importance of having skilled goalkeeping coaches.
Have you noticed any specific differences between the training you receive at the European elite level and what’s on offer at South American national team level?
I think each country has its own unique way of training. In Germany, they train in a certain way, with different techniques. In France, they adopt a different approach, and Italy is completely different again. I’ve been incredibly lucky with the experience I’ve had in South America. I worked under excellent goalkeeping coaches from a very young age who taught me the basics and the technical foundations, which ultimately helped me get to where I am today. I think most of what I learned in South America is similar to what I experience on a daily basis in Europe, and at least here in Chile, goalkeepers receive excellent technical training.
How would you assess the Chilean national team in the context of CONMEBOL, and what are your thoughts on the Nations League?
I don’t think there’s a huge gulf in class between Chile and the rest of the South American teams, as we’ve seen in the Nations League. Chile have always been renowned for trying to play out from the back, being more technical and comfortable on the ball. Other teams, such as Paraguay and Uruguay, play a more direct game, focusing on long balls, grit and physical strength. I think this Nations League has shown there’s very little between the sides, with games often decided by the smallest of margins, and the race for qualification will probably go right down to the wire. The fact that it’s so competitive is excellent for South American football and for the development of the game in the region. I think it’s hugely important to be part of a competition that keeps you fighting for points during every FIFA international break, and I’m a big fan of the Nations League.
How do you feel about the FIFA Women's World Cup™ being held in Brazil?
It’s incredibly special for all of us that the World Cup is taking place in South America. Being on our continent means our families might actually get the chance to come and watch us play. Every team is fighting tooth and nail to make sure they’re on that plane. I think it’s got the potential to be one of the best and most memorable World Cups in history. We’re all throwing our hats in the ring for those spots, and it would be an absolute dream come true for us to return and represent Chile at the World Cup again.
How did missing out on the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™ affect Chile?
Failing to qualify for a World Cup has a huge impact on development, particularly in South America, where progress depends heavily on results. It’s not so much about support, but about the development of women’s football, as we’re fighting day in, day out to keep improving with the hope of one day reaching the level of other teams, especially those in Europe. Not being at a tournament like that doesn’t just mean missing out on the World Cup itself, but also missing all the preparation that goes on behind the scenes, which undoubtedly stands the sides who qualify in better stead than those who don’t. Failing to qualify was a real kick in the teeth for us. Now we need to dust ourselves down, and come back stronger and more energised. We’re blooding some new players, and continuing the rebuild. Although it was a tough pill to swallow, it also gave us the chance to start afresh and try new things, which is exactly what we’ve been doing.
How do you feel personally about returning to the national team?
Truth be told, I’m over the moon to be back, competing in this Nations League, representing my country again, and pulling on the shirt once more. It’s a massive honour and privilege for all of us players to be here. I’m going to be giving it my absolute all with one goal in mind, which is to qualify for the World Cup, and I really hope we can achieve it.
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Outfielder Cedric Mullins agrees to 1-year deal with Rays (source)
Cedric Mullins reportedly signs deal with Rays
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Cedric Mullins reportedly signs deal with Rays
By Adam Berry and Brian Murphy @Spokes_Murphy
December 3, 2025
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TAMPA -- Looking to upgrade their their overall outfield production this offseason, the Rays have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent center fielder Cedric Mullins, a source told MLB.com on Wednesday.
The club has not confirmed the agreement, which is pending a physical. The deal is for $7 million, according to The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal.
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The Rays intend to slot Mullins into center field, though their outfield situation remains unresolved due to the number of options they have on their roster -- a glut that will only grow whenever Mullins' addition is made official.
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Tampa Bay could pair the left-handed-hitting Mullins in center with right-handed-hitting Jonny DeLuca, who missed nearly all of last season due to injuries. The Rays also have lefty-hitting corner outfielders Josh Lowe, Jake Fraley and Chandler Simpson; switch-hitter Jake Mangum; and two outfielders who could play the infield in Richie Palacios and Ryan Vilade.
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It seems likely that the Rays will trade at least one outfielder to resolve that logjam; that move could happen quickly given the interest other clubs have expressed in their depth.
The Rays entered last season counting on DeLuca to take over in center field for Jose Siri, betting that DeLuca’s defensive ability and promising finish to 2024 at the plate would help him hold down the position. But DeLuca sustained a shoulder injury in early April and only returned for 11 more games before going down for the season due to leg injuries.
The Rays were forced to scramble in center field as a result. Kameron Misner stepped in and provided quality defense, although his offensive production cratered after a hot start. Simpson and Mangum combined to start half their games in center, where the former second baseman Simpson is still learning to harness his speed.
In that regard, Mullins should offer the Rays some stability and a needed veteran presence in the middle of their outfield.
One of baseball’s most entertaining center fielders, Mullins has a penchant for making seemingly impossible catches while roaming the outfield. It’s easy to see why he has graded out as a plus center fielder, according to outs above average, every year since debuting with the Orioles in 2018. His OAA this past season was +4.
One big question for the Rays ahead of Winter Meetings -- is there enough starting pitching?
There’s no doubt the Rays could use a boost in the outfield, and Mullins has previously shown the defense and power to give them one.
Tampa Bay’s outfielders hit only 29 home runs this past season, fewest in the Majors. Their .663 OPS was 26th in baseball. And their defensive performance wasn’t much better, as the team ranked 20th in outs above average (minus-9) and 26th in fielding run value (minus-12).
The question is how much he will produce at the plate after an up-and-down season.
Mullins didn’t get regular playing time in Baltimore until 2021 and immediately became one of the best outfielders in MLB. Besides his +11 OAA that year, Mullins slashed .291/.360/.518 over 675 plate appearances and had a 137 OPS+. He was an All-Star, a Silver Slugger winner and the first Oriole to record a 30-homer, 30-steal season.
Since then, however, some of Mullins’ offensive numbers have sagged considerably. Over the past four seasons, his slash line is .237/.308/.403, with a slightly-above-league-average 102 OPS+. The bottom fell out in 2025, when, after a hot first few weeks, he fell into a prolonged slump, batting .208 with a .636 OPS over his final 69 games with Baltimore before he was traded to the Mets on July 31.
New York was in desperate need of an upgrade in center field, but Mullins’ bat stayed quiet in Queens, as he had a .182 average and .565 OPS through 42 games.
Although his average and on-base percentage may never reach 2021 heights again, Mullins has hit between 15 and 18 homers every year since 2022, and his stolen-base total didn’t fall below 19 in any year during that span. His sprint speed was in the 77th percentile in ‘25, so the 31-year-old still has plenty of juice in his legs.
Mullins’ homer total is also likely to remain serviceable as long as he continues to regularly pull and elevate pitches. His 29.6% pulled air-ball rate last season ranked eighth among qualified players and was a career high by 4.1 percentage points.
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LHP Kay returns from Japan on 2-year deal with White Sox (source)
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CHICAGO -- The White Sox followed a somewhat familiar path to enhance their starting rotation with the addition of left-hander Anthony Kay via a two-year, $12 million deal. The White Sox have not announced the deal, which was confirmed by a source to MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand.
Kay, 30, spent the past two seasons pitching for the Yokohama Bay Stars in Japan, and he had a 1.74 ERA with 130 strikeouts and 41 walks over 155 innings in 2025. In the offseason prior to the 2024 season, the White Sox added Erick Fedde via a two-year, $15 million deal after Fedde had rejuvenated his career via one stellar campaign with the NC Dinos in Korea.
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Fedde posted a 7-4 record with a 3.11 ERA over 21 starts during the 2024 season for Chicago before he was traded to the Cardinals in a three-team deal at the Trade Deadline. The White Sox received Miguel Vargas and Minor Leaguers Jeral Perez and Alexander Albertus in return.
A source told Feinsand that Kay had more lucrative offers to keep pitching in Nippon Professional Baseball, but the southpaw opted to return to MLB.
A native of Stony Brook, N.Y., Kay was selected by the Mets out of the University of Connecticut with the 31st overall pick in the 2016 MLB Draft before he was traded to Toronto alongside Simeon Woods Richardson for Marcus Stroman in ’19. Kay recorded a 5.59 ERA for the Blue Jays, Cubs and Mets from 2019-23, and he briefly spent time in the Athletics organization before electing free agency when he was outrighted off the A's 40-man roster. He signed with Yokohama in January 2024.
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Pitching in the Japan Central League, as Kay did, is considered a higher level of competition than the KBO. Kay’s White Sox deal will pay him $5 million in 2026 and ‘27, with a $2 million buyout on a $10 million mutual option for ‘28, a source told Feinsand.
A strong, young rotation already is in place for Chicago, with All-Star Shane Smith, Davis Martin, Sean Burke and Jonathan Cannon firmly in the mix and expected to get a workload boost after their 2025 efforts. Drew Thorpe is expected to return in '26 as well, once he completes his comeback from Tommy John surgery.
Left-handers Noah Schultz -- the White Sox No. 2 prospect and No. 40 overall, per MLB Pipeline -- and Hagen Smith (No. 5, No. 88) will figure into Chicago's rotation at some point in 2026. But the team lost valuable innings contributed by veterans such as Martín Pérez, Adrian Houser and Aaron Civale, and Kay gives the club quite a bit of upside to fill that void.
Look for the White Sox to add another starter to the mix, as well as a late-inning leverage presence or two.
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Byrnes returns to Rockies as new GM after success with Dodgers
Josh Byrnes hired as Rockies General Manager
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December 3, 2025
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DENVER -- Josh Byrnes’ oversight of the Dodgers’ successful scouting and player development operation over the last 11 years led to his hiring as the new general manager of the Rockies on Wednesday.
Rockies president of baseball operations Paul DePodesta sees Byrnes’ talents -- often overlooked because of the Dodgers’ ability to sign and trade for star players -- as being essential for Colorado's revamp, which comes after seven straight losing seasons.
“The Dodgers have obviously done a tremendous job across a lot of different areas over the last decade, but what gets overlooked is that they haven't had tremendous opportunity in the Draft,” DePodesta said. “They've been so good that they're typically picking at the very end of the Draft, yet you look up and their farm system is elite. That doesn’t just happen.
“That takes a tremendous amount of effort, in terms of scouting and in terms of player development, and having both of those departments sort of clicking on all cylinders. Josh has been instrumental in making that happen.”
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The move falls in line with DePodesta’s strategy of pushing for change while respecting the unique challenge of the effects that mile-high altitude has on baseball. Byrnes, 55, has some history with the Rockies, having served as assistant general manager under Dan O’Dowd from October 1999 through the 2002 season.
Byrnes worked with DePodesta in the late 1990s with Cleveland at the start of both of their careers. In his first full season as the Rockies’ assistant GM, Byrnes, at age 29, was the youngest person in that position in the National League. The youngest assistant GM in MLB at the time was DePodesta -- at age 27, while working under Billy Beane with the Athletics.
“I’m thrilled to be returning to the Rockies organization, especially at such an exciting time for the future of the franchise,” Byrnes said in the Rockies’ official announcement. “Working alongside Paul again is an incredible opportunity, and I’m eager to join him and the rest of the group as we work to bring championship caliber baseball to the Rockies.”
Welcome (back) to Colorado, Josh! pic.twitter.com/qUIt71PMBv
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Byrnes has much experience elsewhere. He served as assistant GM with the Red Sox from 2003-05, a term that included a World Series championship in '04, and he was GM of the D-backs (October 2005-July 2010) and Padres (October 2011-June 2014).
“Josh and I've known each other now for over 30 years,” said DePodesta, who learned after the two were together in Cleveland that they had played high school ball against each other in the Washington, D.C., area. “I've said this before, I'm sure you'll hear me say it again: I feel like I get smarter every time I talk to him -- that was my first day in Cleveland, and continues all the way up until today.
“I've always been sort of, really, taken by his intelligence, his intense level of detail. He sees things in our game that most of the rest of us just don't see or just don't pay attention to. That’s always fascinated me.”
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DePodesta said he and Byrnes will collaborate on all major moves with the Major League roster.
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Byrnes’ work with the Dodgers through three World Series titles (2020, '24-25), however, was key to the hiring.
The melding of amateur scouting in terms of the Draft with the international program, development, coaching and advanced information can be seen on a Dodgers club that has homegrown stars while using the farm system for role players and in significant trades.
In addition to success in the Draft, the Dodgers have been mindful to replenish their farm system through trades.
Underlying the success has been a culture of celebrating players who come through the system by constantly acknowledging the scouting, information and coaching that helped players succeed. In the last 10 years, the Dodgers have ranked in the top 10 in 17 of the last 20 combined midseason and postseason rankings by MLB Pipeline.
“Josh and I share a lot of the same values in terms of how we like to conduct ourselves, but also the environments we want to be around,” DePodesta said. “I don't think either of us think we have all the answers -- you know, by any stretch. In fact, we know we don't, but we like to surround ourselves with other really curious people, because we're all interested in trying to find the answers.”
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Landmark for women's and girls' football in Wales
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More than 20,000 girls and women are now registered to play football in Wales, marking a major landmark for the Football Association of Wales (FAW).
Over the past three years, participation in the female game has grown by 58% overall, with a particular increase in under 14s-17s players.
The record, initially targeted for 2026, follows an exciting year for the women's national team which reached its first major finals at Euro 2025.
Bethan Woolley, FAW strategic lead for women and girls' football, told BBC Radio Wales: "A lot of hard work, but we got there, it's fantastic news for us to be celebrating.
"When we launched the strategy back in 2021... we had less than 10,000 players.
"We really had to look strategically at how we wanted to achieve this, what was such an ambitious target at the time, and really focusing on what resource our clubs, our leagues needed, and how we can create national programmes that inspire girls and women of all ages from all different backgrounds to take up football."
Wooley said a key focus has been looking at priorities and attitudes to support the growth of female participation, as well as changes to facilities historically built for men.
"We've been doing extensive pieces of research with our partners at the Cymru Football Foundation to invest in facilities to make sure they're appropriate, first and foremost, for women and girls players," she added.
"But also looking at prioritisation within clubs, ensuring that there's a voice that sits on a club committee that is coming from the female lens, understanding the needs and the desires of women and girls to be within those environments."
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FAW chief executive Noel Mooney described the landmark "as a hugely proud moment for Welsh football".
"The growth we are witnessing is the result of aligned effort from the commitment of our clubs and volunteers, to the investment we have made in grassroots facilities and participation programmes, to the inspiration provided by our national teams," he said.
Wales has a joint bid to host the 2035 Women's World Cup, something Mooney says they are "determined to build on".
"Our ambition is clear, to make football the most inclusive and accessible sport for women and girls in Wales, and to ensure that the pathway from grassroots to the international stage has never been stronger," he added.
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Rhian Wilkinson was appointed Wales head coach in February 2024 [Getty Images]
Head coach Rhian Wilkinson led Wales women to their first major tournament this summer, Euro 2025 in Switzerland.
She said reaching 20,000 registered players off the back of that was "huge".
"It's only the beginning, this is the first landmark and I'm so excited to have gotten there.
"The growth in the last few years is a testament to these women [her players] but equally to so many at the FAW who were here a long time before me, who've put everything in to make sure that our women are given equal opportunities and this is the first marker of that.
"When we talk about legacy, going to our first Euros, it was hard. We gave it everything but there was a gap... equally what it did back home by putting the women's game on the map was also showing the what ifs, the possibility."
Wales forward Ffion Morgan and midfielder Ceri Holland both won their 50th caps in Wales' 3-2 friendly win over Switzerland on Wednesday.
"As players you do want to leave that legacy," said Morgan.
"We've done it for the players before us and now we've left something for people to look forward to, to strive towards.
"It's always been a goal for us and we've done it, and now that we've had the taste we want to do it even more."
Holland added: "It's really special to see the growth in the women's game back home.
"The amount of young girls now that we're seeing in the stadiums, so many more recognise us and want to go and play football. They tell us they're playing in their local teams, that's incredible for us to hear."
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Davante Adams is only the 4th WR ever to reach this impressive TD milestone
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When Los Angeles Rams wideout Davante Adams scored two more touchdowns on Sunday, he added another major milestone to his already Hall of Fame-worthy résumé. He became just the fourth player in NFL history to record three seasons with 14 or more receiving touchdowns; the others are Jerry Rice, Randy Moss and Terrell Owens.
Adams has been everything the Rams hoped for and more in his first season: reliable in the red zone, crisp in his routes, and still one of the toughest receivers in football to guard in man-to-man coverage. Even as defenses continue to scheme for him, Adams finds ways to impact games and has become an extremely valuable weapon for Matthew Stafford.
This season marks the third time Davante Adams has recorded 14+ receiving TDs in a single season. Only Jerry Rice (6), Randy Moss (4) and Terrell Owens (4) had more such seasons in NFL history. pic.twitter.com/0lPF3NC0fQ
— Los Angeles Rams PR (@TheLARamsPR) December 1, 2025
What makes this feat even more impressive is the company he joined, with the other thre receivers all being Hall of Famers. Rice leads the way with six such seasons, and both Moss and Owens recorded four in their respective careers. Anytime a player sits right behind those three in any statistical category, it says everything you need to know about the level of production they’re delivering throughout their career.
For Adams, this is another example of how consistent and adaptable his game has been. Whether he’s working inside or outside, or being moved around to create mismatches, he’s continued to win in all the areas elite receivers are expected to excel, regardless of which team he is on. His release at the line is one of the best in the league, and his ability to separate late in routes makes him one of the most dependable scoring threats year after year.
As the Rams continue building their offense around their core playmakers, including Kyren Williams and Puka Nacua, Adams’s presence gives them a proven closer on every drive. Reaching this milestone puts him in historic territory, but it also reinforces the idea that he has plenty of gas left in the tank. While catching Rice, Moss, or Owens in total seasons might be a tall order, Adams has firmly placed his name in the same conversation—and that alone shows exactly where he stands among the best receivers to ever play.
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Mohamed Salah silences critics, records landmark assist in Anfield comeback after turbulent week
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Updated December 14, 2025 - 5.55am. First published at 5.13am
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Liverpool manager Arne Slot said it was an easy decision to include talisman Mohamed Salah in the squad for Saturday's 2-0 Premier League win over Brighton & Hove Albion, despite a turbulent week following the forward's scathing criticism of the team.
Salah was subsequently left at home for Liverpool's 1-0 Champions League win at Inter Milan on Tuesday, but he was one of the Reds' best players on Saturday at Anfield, to the delight of the fans who welcomed him with a standing ovation.
Salah's assist for Hugo Ekitike's second goal gave him the outright record for the most goal involvements for a single team in Premier League history, with 277, passing Wayne Rooney's 276 with Manchester United.
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"It was an easy decision to put him in the squad, and I've said many times before what has been said between the two of us, for me that stays between the two of us," Slot told Sky Sports.
"He was back in the squad again, and we needed him because he was the first substitution I made. He assisted the 2-0 [goal] for the corner kick, which is also very nice for us because we have been so many times this season on the wrong side of the set-piece battle."
The fans threw their support behind Salah, singing his name as he walked into the tunnel after the final whistle.
A smiling Salah turned down post-game interview requests, telling reporters: "Two weeks in a row? No, no, no."
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The forward now heads to the Africa Cup of Nations with Egypt, which runs until January 18.
"This is what we knew before the season started," Slot said.
"Hopefully, one or two players from injury can come back."
Salah had accused the club of throwing him "under the bus" and claimed his relationship with Slot had broken down in a fiery outburst that came after last weekend's 3-3 draw at Leeds United, the third successive game in which Slot had left the 33-year-old — the Premier League's top scorer last season — on the bench.
He suggested during that post-match interview that the Brighton game might be his last for the club.
"I said to [my family], come to the Brighton game. I don't know if I am going to play or not, but I am going to enjoy it," Salah told reporters.
"In my head, I'm going to enjoy that game because I don't know what is going to happen now.
"I will be in Anfield to say goodbye to the fans and go to the Africa Cup of Nations. I don't know what is going to happen when I am there."
Slot and Salah held what British media called positive talks on Friday after the Dutch coach told reporters he had "no reasons not to want him to stay."
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Takeaways: Schaefer, Stamkos, Wiesblatt score milestone goals in Nashville Predators win over Flames
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It was a memorable night for a trio of Nashville Predators in their 5-1 win over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday at Bridgestone Arena.
Reid Schaefer, who was called up from the Milwaukee Admirals on Friday, scored his first NHL goal and recorded his first career fight against Brayden Pachal.
Steven Stamkos netted his 1200th career point and Ozzy Wiesblatt scored his first career NHL goal. Jonathan Marchessault added a goal in the second period, his fifth of the season. Michael Bunting also scored in the third period.
Juuse Saros picked up his eighth win of the season, making 27 saves on 28 shots. His shutout bid was spoiled in the third period by a power-play goal from Morgan Frost.
It was a heavily penalized game as the Predators were in the box 20 minutes to the Flames 18.
"There were a lot of special moments for a bunch of different people," Predators head coach Andrew Brunette said. "That's what makes the game great and to cap it off with a win makes it even better."
Here are three takeaways from the Predators victory over the Flames.
Reid Schaefer records 1st NHL goal, fight
The Predators have a deep prospect pool and one of the players leading the charge into the future is Schaefer. He earned his first career call-up on Friday after recording 14 points in 15 games with the Milwaukee Admirals.
In the first period, Fedor Svechkov made a toe-drag move to open up the slot and get a shot on net. His original attempt was saved, but Schaefer was in front to put the puck in via the right post.
"I kind of blacked out. It went into the net and I was like 'oh, what did I do here,' Schaefer said. "It's a pretty cool moment."
He wasn't done there as he'd square off with Calgary's Brayden Pachal in the second period. Pachal got the better end of the fight, but that did not stop Schaefer from hyping up the crowd after the tilt.
"I just laid a hit and he (Pachal) said let's go. I got up and dropped the gloves," Schaefer said. "I didn't really think too much of it."
In a year full of struggles, the Predators have looked to their youth, and it's paid off throughout the season. Schaefer's first career goal was the third time a Nashville rookie has found the back of the net alongside Ozzy Weisblatt and Matthew Wood.
Schaefer's family was also in attendance for Tuesday's game.
Stamkos adds to decorated career
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Stamkos' tenure in Nashville has been rough to say the least. In 25 games, he has just 10 points, but he's had moments throughout these two seasons that serve as reminders of how decorated his career is.
In the second period, Ryan O'Reilly and Luke Evangelista sparked a 2-on-1 rush. Instead of shooting the puck, Evangelista took it behind the net, causing goalie Devin Cooley to start sliding. Stamkos caught the pass from Evangelista and had a wide-open net to shoot into.
It was Stamkos' 1200th career point in his 1190th career game. Doing some quick math, that is around a point a game over his 18-year career.
"It's cool and special. You can enjoy it more in a win, and you get to celebrate a little bit," Stamkos said. "It's more of a thing that you kind of look back on when your career's over. When you're in it, you're just trying to do what you kind of help."
Playing with Stamkos has left an impression on a few of the younger Predators players and seeing him reach another impressive milestone makes the moment more surreal.
"They're video game numbers," Weisblatt said on Stamkos' scoring his 1200th career point. "It's cool to be playing on his team. I remember not too far back, I'm playing (EA Sports) NHL, and I'm (playing as) Steven Samkos."
Weisblatt scores long-awaited 1st goal
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Patience paid off for Weisblatt in the second period as the Predators' rookie netted his first career NHL goal after 23 games played this season. He has done just about everything over the last two months, from enforcing, penalty killing and contributing to three other goals.
Off a shot from Michael Bunting, Weisblatt tipped the puck just enough to deflect it past Cooley. In an exasperated celebration, Weisblatt pointed to the sky when skating back to the bench, honoring his late brother, Orca Weisblatt.
"It's about time," Weisblatt said on scoring his first goal. "I feel like I've been all over it lately, and I've had so many chances this year to score and been robbed a ton. It's just, just relief for me. I've thought about pointing to the sky for my brother for a while now, and it's cool feeling.
"That was for him (Orca) and just huge relief for me."
Orca died in September in a car accident, while Ozzy and brother Oasiz were at Predators training camp.
With Weisblatt working toward netting his first of his career and playing for his brother, both Stamkos and Brunette said that celebration on the bench was the most explosive of the season.
"It makes you emotional in a lot of different ways," Brunette said. "You're involved in a pretty special thing. Just being on the bench and seeing the emotion that just not just from Ozzy (Weisblatt) and seeing what he did speaks volumes of the group of guys we have and how close they are."
Similar to Schaefer, Weisblatt didn't stop at his first NHL goal. He tried to drop the gloves against Calgary's Joel Farabee, but instead, both were called for roughing in the first period.
Weisblatt's night ended early as he'd fight Blake Coleman and head back to the locker room after the tilt.
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Crosby scores 58th, 59th career goals against Flyers in Penguins' dominant 5-1 victory
PHILADELPHIA -- — Pittsburgh star Sidney Crosby scored his 58th and 59th career goals against the Philadelphia Flyers and his continued excellence in the cross-state rivalry helped lead the Penguins to a 5-1 win on Monday night.
Crosby, who has 18 goals this season, has dominated the Flyers like no other visiting player has done in Philadelphia's franchise history. Crosby has 59 goals and 137 points in 92 games against Philadelphia, the most in both categories any opponent has ever put up on the Flyers.
He owns the Flyers.
The Flyers promoted the game all night as a Keystone Rivalry game but the series — even as fans voraciously booed Crosby with each touch — has never been much of a rivalry. Crosby has won three Stanley Cup titles while the Flyers have won only two in franchise history, in 1974 and 1975. Crosby wasn't even born until 1987.
Crosby did enough damage to snap the Flyers' modest three-game winning streak.
Rick Tocchet has the Flyers hopeful of a playoff berth in his first season since he returned to the franchise as coach. Tocchet knows how to win a Stanley Cup. He won one as a player and two as an assistant coach — both with the Penguins.
Crosby scored to give the Penguins a 1-0 lead — his 60th career road game-opening goal — and added a wrist shot through traffic on the power play for a 2-1 lead in the second period. Bryan Rust scored his eighth goal in the second for a 3-1 lead. Thomas Novak and Kevin Hayes scored in the third.
The 38-year-old Crosby has 1,716 career points and is close to eclipsing Mario Lemieux's 1,723 for most in franchise history. Lemieux owned the team when Crosby captioned the Penguins to championships in 2009, 2016 and 2017.
Tyson Foerster scored his 10th goal for the Flyers. Foerster dropped to his knees and clutched his right arm on a shot later in the period and skated straight to the locker room. He leads the Flyers in goals.
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Turkish football imposes temporary bans on 102 players over 'moral crisis' betting scandal
Galatasaray fans cheer during a Turkish Super Lig soccer match between Galatasaray and Fenerbahçe in Istanbul, 19 May, 2024
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Published on 13/11/2025 - 18:16 GMT+1
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Turkish Football Federation President Ibrahim Hacıosmanoğlu vowed to cleanse football of corruption, scandal and unethical practices.
Turkey's football authority temporarily banned 102 top-tier club players on Thursday over a widening betting scandal.
The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) suspended 25 players from the Süper Lig and 77 from the second-tier first division for terms ranging from 45 days to one year.
Galatasaray and Turkey defender Eren Elmalı was suspended for 45 days. Club teammate and Turkey Under-21 centre back Metehan Baltacı was suspended for nine months. Konyaspor and Senegal winger Alassane Ndao received a 12-month suspension.
Elmalı posted on Instagram this week that he bet on a game about five years ago that did not involve his own team. He joined Galatasaray this year.
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Baltacı also admitted past bets but insisted they were not games he played in.
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"Years ago I placed a bet at a time when I couldn’t fully grasp the seriousness of the matter," he said.
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"I want to make it clear that this action had nothing to do with matches played by the teams I represented."
The bans apply to matches but the players can continue training, Habertürk television reported.
More than 1,000 players have been referred to the federation's Professional Football Disciplinary Board as part of the ongoing investigation.
The federation has shut down the third- and fourth-tier divisions for two weeks but allowed the Süper Lig, led by defending champion Galatasaray, and second tier to continue.
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San Siro stadium set for demolition after sale to AC Milan and Inter approved
FILE: Inter Milan fans celebrate at Milan's San Siro stadium, Saturday, May 8, 2021.
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Published on 30/09/2025 - 13:37 GMT+2 •Updated 15:19
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The iconic Italian football stadium is on track to be torn down and replaced by a new arena after Milan's city council approved its sale to the two clubs.
Milan's iconic San Siro football stadium is set to be demolished after the city council approved its sale to AC Milan and Inter Milan on Tuesday after an overnight debate.
The two clubs plan to tear down the 99-year-old stadium and jointly build a new 71,500-seat arena as part of a €1.2 billion project.
The vote to sell San Siro and the surrounding areas to the teams for €197 million was passed 24-20 at about 3 am after a debate that lasted nearly 12 hours.
AC Milan and Inter had both threatened to build stadiums outside the city if the plan was rejected.
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In a statement, the clubs called the vote "a historic and decisive step for the future of the clubs and the city."
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"The clubs look ahead with confidence and responsibility to the next steps of the process that will lead to the creation of a new stadium meeting the highest international standards," the statement said.
FILE: A view of San Siro stadium in Milan, Italy, Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019
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Given that both clubs are owned by US investment funds, there are concerns that the firms might one day look to profit from selling the land, according to Italian media reports. There have also been complaints from people who would prefer to keep one of the country's most famous football stadiums.
The sale will have to be finalised before 10 November when San Siro's second tier, which was completed 70 years ago on that date, takes on historical significance and would become almost impossible to demolish.
Around 90% of the stadium will reportedly be torn down, but a heritage section in the second tier will be left intact.
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Seven golds lift Kazakhstan to the top at inaugural World Boxing Championships 2025
Kazakhstan boxing team at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
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By Tomiris Bilyal
Published on 16/09/2025 - 13:57 GMT+2
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More than 500 boxers from 66 countries competed at the event which took place in the UK city Liverpool.
The World Boxing Championships ended in Liverpool on 14 September, making history as men's and women's events were held together for the first time under the new World Boxing federation.
Kazakhstan's team delivered an outstanding result: seven gold medals, one silver and two bronzes, finishing first in the overall medal table.
Among the men, Sanzhar Tashkenbay (50kg), Makhmud Sabyrkhan (55kg), Torekhan Sabyrkhan (57kg) and Aibek Oralbay (super heavyweight, over 90kg) all secured gold medals.
Among the women, Alua Balkibekova (51kg), Aida Abikeeva (65kg) and Natalya Bogdanova (70kg) all took gold. Silver went to Nazym Kyzaibay in the women's 48kg division, while Viktoria Grafeeva (60kg) and Yeldana Talipova (over 80kg) each brought home bronze.
Torekhan Sabyrkhan at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Torekhan Sabyrkhan at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Press office of the National Olympic Committee KZ
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Earlier in the year, at the IBA Women's World Championships in Serbia, Kazakhstan's women also impressed, winning six medals.
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Balkibekova and Abikeeva became champions there too. Their double victories now make them two-time world champions in the same year.
Central Asia's boxing powerhouses
The battle for the top spot attracted special attention. Central Asian neighbours Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan dominated the medal standings. Uzbekistan finished second with six golds, two silvers and three bronzes.
India came third, while Brazil and Poland also reached the top five.
The biggest breakthrough came from Aibek Oralbay, who for the first time in Kazakhstan's history won a world title in the super heavyweight category (over 90kg). Until now, no Kazakh boxer had ever reached the top in this weight class.
26-year-old Natalya Bogdanova also made history, becoming world champion at 70kg. The first Kazakh woman ever to do so in this category.
Aida Abikeeva at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Aida Abikeeva at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Press office of the National Olympic Committee KZ
"History written"
Kazakh boxing legend and current president of the National Olympic Committee, Gennadiy Golovkin, celebrated the victory.
"The first World Boxing Championships have come to an end. Thank you, Liverpool – history written! Proud of every boxer who gave it their all. And this is only the beginning," he said.
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev also congratulated the national team, noting that their victories inspire the whole country but stressing the importance of preparing for the next big stage; the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
"Kazakh boxers delivered an excellent result. But the real challenge lies ahead – the Olympic Games in the United States. Preparations must start now. May the pride and tradition of Kazakh boxing always stay strong!" he said.
Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the World Boxing Championships 2025, in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Sanzhar Tashkenbay at the World Boxing Championships 2025, in Liverpool, United Kingdom. Press office of the National Olympic Committee KZ
Kazakhstan's historic result in Liverpool has sent a powerful message to future generations of athletes.
Kazakh boxing is moving forward into a new era, aiming for success at the Olympic Games in the United States.
World Boxing was created in 2023 after the International Boxing Association (IBA) lost IOC recognition. The new federation now unites more than 100 national bodies and is officially recognised by the IOC.
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Spain's PM Sánchez calls for Israel to be banned from sports events over war in Gaza
Protesters block the road in an attempt to disrupt the La Vuelta race, 14 September, 2025
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Speaking to members of his Socialist Party, Sánchez said Israel, like Russia, should not be allowed to compete in international sports events because of its military campaign in Gaza.
Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez called for Israel to be banned from sports events on Monday after pro-Palestinian activists disrupted the final stage of the Vuelta cycle race in chaotic scenes in Madrid.
Tensions between the two countries have escalated in recent weeks as Spain's left-wing government expressed support for protesters who interrupted several stages of the Vuelta, including Sunday's final stage in Madrid, because an Israeli team was taking part.
Speaking to members of his Socialist Party, Sánchez said Israel, just like Russia, should not be allowed to compete in international sports events because of its military campaign in Gaza.
"The sports organisations should consider whether it’s ethical for Israel to keep participating in international competitions. Why expel Russia after the invasion of Ukraine and not expel Israel after the invasion of Gaza?" Sanchez asked.
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"Until the barbarity ends, neither Russia nor Israel should be in any international competition."
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Sánchez spoke a day after Sunday's final stage of the Vuelta was cut short when pro-Palestinian protesters opposing the participation of Israeli team Israel Premier Tech threw barriers onto the road and clashed with police near the finish line in the Spanish capital.
Authorities said two people were arrested and 22 injured, none of them seriously.
The Spanish government had already expressed sympathy with the protesters and suggested that the Israel Premier Tech team should have withdrawn from the three-week-long race that became a diplomatic battleground.
The team removed its name from its uniforms but remained in the race until the end despite protesters' calls for it to be expelled.
Sánchez slammed by Israel
Israel's foreign minister Gideon Sa’ar responded to Sánchez's comments by calling him an "antisemite and a liar."
"Did Israel invade Gaza on Oct. 7th or did the Hamas terror state invade Israel and commit the worst massacre against the Jews since the Holocaust?" he said in a post on X.
Madrid's conservative mayor, José Luis Martínez-Almeida, also criticised Sánchez and described Sunday's events as a sad day for the Spanish capital.
Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard, who was leading the overall classification going into the final stage, was declared the winner of the Vuelta but the customary podium ceremony was cancelled.
Israels's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar signs a visitors book at the government building in Zagreb, 9 September, 2025
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"It's a pity that such a moment of eternity was taken from us," Vingegaard said. "Everyone has the right to protest, but not in a way that influences or endangers our race."
The teams reportedly improvised a private podium ceremony later so riders could celebrate.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen also condemned the protesters for "spoiling" the race and criticised Sánchez for "praising" the protests.
"Instead I want to praise the athletes and everyone who doesn't spoil things for others," she wrote on Instagram.
Vuelta race director Javier Guillén defended the decision to let the Israeli team stay in the race.
Protesters block the road in an attempt to disrupt the La Vuelta race, 14 September, 2025
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"The Vuelta's position was clear, we had to abide to the norms of the International Cycling Union. It's the UCI that regulates the right of admission to the race," Guillén said at a news conference Monday.
"We never got into any other type of debate. All we wanted to do was to be able to finish the race with normalcy and that wasn't possible."
Spain has been at the forefront of Western efforts to hold Israel to account for the escalating death toll in Gaza.
A number of countries, including the UK and France, have said they plan to recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General assembly and the European Commission's president Ursula von der Leyen called for scaling back Europe’s trade ties with Israel.
But Europe remains divided on its stance toward Israel and its limited sanctions and condemnations so far have had little effect.
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PSG's Dembélé beats out Lamine Yamal in Ballon d'Or race as Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí makes history
Paris Saint-Germain's Ousmane Dembélé receives the 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or during the 69th Ballon d'Or ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
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Ousmane Dembélé edges past Lamine Yamal to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or after a remarkable season which saw PSG win its first Champions League title. Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí joins an elite club of three – Platini and Messi – after securing her third consecutive award.
Paris Saint Germain forward Ousmane Dembélé won the prestigious Ballon d’Or award on Monday for leading his team to their first UEFA Champions League title in May, becoming only the sixth Frenchman to claim football’s most coveted prize.
The award capped a remarkable turn of fortune for Dembélé, who at one point last season was snubbed by PSG coach Luis Enrique for disciplinary reasons.
But once repositioned as a striker, he became a scoring machine and was inspirational in PSG's historic Champions League campaign. He also played a major role in the French club’s title-stacked 2024/25 season, which saw them also secure a domestic treble, winning the league, cup and super cup.
The PSG star and former Barcelona player now joins an elite club of French footballing icons to win the award, which include Raymond Kopa, Michel Platini, Jean-Pierre Papin, Zinedine Zidane and Karim Benzema.
PSG's Ousmane Dembélé reacts as he receives the 2025 Men's Ballon d'Or during the 69th Ballon d'Or awards ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
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Dembélé was praised after the Champions League final for the way he contributed to PSG's pressing and his ability to defend during the 5-0 rout of Inter Milan.
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He delivered 35 goals and 16 assists in 53 official matches last season, and was involved in 14 goals (8 goals, 6 assists) in the Champions League in 15 appearances.
The French forward was also a major weapon for the Parisian side in their campaign in the FIFA Club World Cup over the summer, which took place in the United States. PSG lost 3-0 in the final to a dominant Chelsea side, but Dembélé continued to show top form.
Dembélé received the Ballon d’Or from former winner Ronaldinho and teared up during his acceptance speech in which he asked his mother to join him on the stage.
“It’s incredible to win a trophy like this,” he said in French. “I worked for the team to help win PSG’s first Champions League, to then be rewarded with an individual trophy like the Ballon d’Or is truly exceptional.”
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal receives the Kopa Trophy during the 69th Ballon d'Or (Golden Ball) award ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
Barcelona's Lamine Yamal receives the Kopa Trophy during the 69th Ballon d'Or (Golden Ball) award ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 Thibault Camus/Copyright 2025 The AP. All rights reserved.
Dembélé won ahead of teenage sensation Lamine Yamal. The forward, who turned 18 in July, helped Barcelona win La Liga and the Copa del Rey last season and reach the Champions League semifinals. Yamal was given the Kopa award for the best under-21 player for the second straight year.
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“I need to keep on working to win other awards in the future,” Yamal said through a translator.
Bonmatí makes history
On the women’s side, Aitana Bonmatí secured a historic third consecutive award on Monday, becoming only the third player to win three Ballon d’Or’s in a row, after Platini’s 1983-85 run, and Lionel Messi’s 2009-12, and the first woman to do so.
“Third time in a row here and I still can’t believe it,” Bonmatí said “I owe Barcelona everything, this is the club of my life.”
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí receives the 2025 Women's Ballon d'Or during the 69th Ballon d'Or awards ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
Barcelona's Aitana Bonmatí receives the 2025 Women's Ballon d'Or during the 69th Ballon d'Or awards ceremony at the Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025 Thibault Camus/Copyright 2025 The AP. All rights reserved.
Barcelona’s Bonmatí, who won ahead of her Spain teammate Mariona Caldentey, also won a domestic treble with her club, and reached the Women’s Champions League final, losing to 1-0 to Arsenal in a thrilling match but capping off an impressive season
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Although the Spanish international lost to England in a penalty shootout in the Women's European Championship final last summer, she was named the best player of the tournament, which she began just days after being hospitalised by viral meningitis.
Other awards
PSG was voted the best men’s club and Italy’s Gianluigi Donnarumma received the Lev Yashin award for best goalkeeper.
Donnarumma, whose shot-stopping in the knockout stages proved crucial to PSG’s success, left for Manchester City during the offseason. England’s Hannah Hampton was crowned the best women’s goalkeeper, after a remarkable season of club football with Chelsea and guiding the Lionesses to a back-to-back Euro title this summer.
Chelsea's Hampton and Man City's Donnarumma receive the Yashin Trophy during the 69th Ballon d'Or award ceremony at Theatre du Chatelet in Paris, Monday, Sept. 22, 2025
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The men’s and women’s Gerd Müller trophies for the top scorers went to Barcelona’s Ewa Pajor and Viktor Gyokeres, who joined Arsenal this summer from Sporting Portugal after a prolific season, which saw him register 54 goals and 13 assists across 52 appearances in all competitions.
Barcelona forward Vicky Lopez won the women’s Kopa trophy and Sarina Wiegman, who led England to European victory, took the Johan Cruyff award for best women’s coach. On a great night for PSG, Luis Enrique won in the men’s category.
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Germany crowned EuroBasket champions, beating Turkey to win their first title since 1993
Alperen Şengün is pictured with German Johannes Thiemann during the European Basketball Championship final match in Riga, Latvia, on Sunday, 14 September 2025
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By Emre Basaran
Published on 15/09/2025 - 5:31 GMT+2 •Updated 6:38
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Rallying with captain Dennis Schröder, Germany scored the final six points after Turkey had led for most of the game.
Germany defeated Turkey's national basketball team 83-88 in the EuroBasket 2025 final in Riga on Sunday, in what was a tension-soaked match.
The win is Germany's second-ever European title and its first since 1993, when the men's team last won the EuroBasket, also commonly called the European Basketball Championship.
In a post on X, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz praised the team for the "sensational performance". "We are proud of you, you are an inspiration for young female and male athletes," Merz wrote.
Rallying with captain Dennis Schröder, Germany scored the final six points after Turkey had led for most of the game in the Latvian capital.
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Shane Larkin, Şehmus Hazer, Cedi Osman, Ercan Osmani, and Alperen Şengün started as Turkey's squad at Arena Riga in Latvia against Germany's Schröder, Obst, Bonga, Theis, and Wagner.
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Turkish coach Ergin Ataman and his students started the game very quickly and had a 13-2 run before Germany equalised with points from Bonga and Schröder, closing the first quarter with a 22-24 lead over the Turks.
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman is seen during the EuroBasket final match at the Riga Arena in Riga, Latvia, 14 September 2025.
Turkish coach Ergin Ataman is seen during the EuroBasket final match at Riga Arena in Riga, Latvia, 14 September 2025. AP Photo
The first half of the final game, in which the two undefeated teams faced each other for the first time since 2003, ended 46-40 with the Turkish national team dominating the game.
The third quarter started with aggressive offences from both teams.
With 5 minutes left in the quarter, Houston Rockets' Turkish star Alperen Şengün was fouled for a basket foul, and the "12 Giant Men" regained the lead against Germany.
Turkey increased the difference to 6 points with Cedi Osman's three-pointer, bringing the score to 61-55.
One minute before the end of the third quarter, Germany, the top scorer of the tournament with 101 points, brought the score to 63-65 with consecutive points, but the "12 Giant Men" tied the score again with a basket by Adem Bona, a Turkish power forward of Nigerian origin.
The quarter ended with a 67-66 lead for the Red-Whites.
Germany's Dennis Schröder pulls Alperen Şengün's jersey during the EuroBasket final match at Riga Arena in Riga, Latvia, 14 September 2025.
Germany's Dennis Schröder pulls the jersey of Alperen Şengün during the EuroBasket final match at Riga Arena in Riga, Latvia, 14 September 2025. AP Photo
The fourth quarter of the game, which was marked by Cedi Osman's three-pointers, also started fast.
The last quarter, which was marked by Shane Larkin's double-double performance, was very competitive— and with 3:48 left in the game, Turkey entered the final quarter with a 76-74 lead.
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Former boxing champion Ricky Hatton dies aged 46
Ricky Hatton right, celebrates a knockout over Jose Luis Castillo, left, during their IBO junior welterweight championship boxing match in Las Vegas, 23 June 2007 .
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Published on 14/09/2025 - 14:06 GMT+2 •Updated 17:32
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The former light-welterweight and welterweight world champion was one of the most popular boxers in British history. News of Hatton’s death comes two months after he announced he would make a return to boxing in December.
British boxing legend Ricky Hatton has been found dead at his home in Hyde, Greater Manchester. The 46-year-old former light-welterweight and welterweight world champion was one of the most popular boxers in British history.
His death is not being treated as suspicious, according to Greater Manchester Police.
"Officers were called by a member of the public to attend Bowlacre Road, Hyde, Tameside, at 6:45 am today where they found the body of a 46-year-old man," police authorities said in a statement.
Hatton was crowned world champion for the first time in 2005 when he beat Kosta Tszyu. He retired from boxing in 2022, but later announced a return for a bout planned for December this year.
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News of Hatton’s death comes two months after he announced he would make a return to boxing in December in a professional bout against Eisa Al Dah in Dubai.
Tributes were quick to pour in on Sunday morning.
“Today we lost not only one of Britain’s greatest boxers, but a friend, a mentor, a warrior, Ricky Hatton,” former world champion Amir Khan posted on X.
Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury took to Instagram and posted photos of the pair together, writing “There will only ever be one Ricky Hatton. Can’t believe this so young.”
In a post on X, Hatton's former manager, Frank Warren, described him as a “superbly talented fighter who inspired a generation of young boxers and fans in a way very few had done before," adding he will “rightly go down as one of the modern greats of this sport.”
Football club Manchester City, who Hatton was a lifelong fan of, announced there would be a minute of appreciation for the former boxing champion at Sunday's game against Manchester United.
“Ricky was one of City’s most loved and revered supporters, who will always be remembered for a glittering boxing career that saw him win world titles at welterweight and light-welterweight,” the club said in a statement. “Everyone at the Club would like to send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends at this difficult time.”
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The three Scottish brothers who set a world record for fastest Pacific row — in 139 days
Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, Maclean react after completing their record breaking row from Peru across the Pacific Ocean to Cairns, Australia, Saturday, Aug. 30
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By Jeremiah Fisayo-Bambi
Published on 31/08/2025 - 9:42 GMT+2 •Updated 9:50
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Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean on Saturday completed the journey, arriving in Cairns, Australia, after rowing over 14,000 kilometres nonstop from Peru, becoming the first team to achieve the full crossing from South America to Australia.
Jamie, Ewan, and Lachlan Maclean completed the journey from South America to Australia in 139 days, arriving in Cairns, Australia, on Saturday, after rowing over 14,000 kilometres (9000 miles) nonstop.
Their reward: a world record, becoming the first team to achieve the full crossing, the fastest unsupported row across the full Pacific Ocean.
The trio from Edinburgh, Scotland, said they endured seasickness, injuries, and violent storms, including one that swept Lachlan overboard, while raising over €808,000 (700,000 pounds, $945,690) toward a €1.15million (1million pounds, $1.3 million) target for clean water projects.
The three rowed from Peru into the Cairns Marlin Marina, playing the bagpipes and waving the Scottish, Australian, and United Kingdom flags. More than 50 family members, supporters and fans, including their mother, Sheila, greeted the brothers.
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In the hours before their arrival, the eldest brother, Ewan, uploaded a video calling the marina ahead of their approach.
Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, Maclean react after completing their record breaking row from Peru across the Pacific Ocean to Cairns, Australia, Saturday, Aug. 30
Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, Maclean react after completing their record breaking row from Peru across the Pacific Ocean to Cairns, Australia, Saturday, Aug. 30 Nuno Avendano/AP
“Do you have pizza and beer? I repeat, do you have pizza and beer? Over.” The 33-year-old said the journey was the hardest thing he had ever done, one he would have never contemplated without his siblings.
“We’ve shed tears of joy and laughed till our cheeks hurt,” he said.
Things began to look dire toward the end. “We seriously thought we might run out of food,” middle brother Jamie, 31, said.
Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, Maclean are embraced by family after completing their record breaking row from Peru across the Pacific Ocean to Cairns, Australia,
Scottish brothers, Ewan, Jamie and Lachlan, Maclean are embraced by family after completing their record breaking row from Peru across the Pacific Ocean to Cairns, Australia, Nuno Avendano/AP
According to the Macleans, the experience changed their outlook on life. Through the Maclean Foundation, the brothers' charity, they hope to continue fundraising for initiatives that will supply clean water to 40,000 people in Madagascar.
The previous record for the fastest full, unassisted, nonstop Pacific row was 160 days, set by Russian solo rower Fyodor Konyukhov in 2014.
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Liverpool FC breaks English transfer record with €145m signing of Alexander Isak
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Published on 02/09/2025 - 9:12 GMT+2
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The transfer caps off an unprecedented spending summer for Premier League clubs, who have splashed out more than €3.5 billion.
Liverpool FC on Monday broke the English transfer record in signing Alexander Isak for £125 million, or around €145 million, from Newcastle United on deadline day.
The Swedish international signed a six-year contract, bringing Liverpool's summer spending to around (€480.6m) without add-on fees.
"I think I have a lot to give, I think I have a lot to improve. I’m a striker but I always want to give as much as possible to the team, mainly goals but much more than that as well," Isak, who will join the team as their new number 9, said.
“I want to win everything," he emphasised.
Newcastle's Alexander Isak, right, celebrates with teammates, Jan. 1, 2024.
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The Swedish player began his career with AIK in his homeland before moving to Borussia Dortmund in 2017.
He signed for Spain's Real Sociedad in the summer of 2019 and helped the team win the 2019-20 Copa del Ray.
The deal brings to an end a protracted transfer saga involving weeks of behind-the-scenes wrangling.
The reported fee beats the previous English transfer record of £107 million (€124m), when Chelsea paid for Enzo Fernandez in 2023.
It also brings the club’s total spending to above £400 million (€464m) — the only time a Premier League club has exceeded £300 million (€348m) in one transfer window.
Overall, Premier League clubs splashed out more than ever in this transfer window, with spending surpassing £3 billion (€3.48bn), up from last year’s spending of £1.96 billion (€2.27bn).
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Bussi makes 15 saves for 1st NHL shutout, Ehlers scores in OT in Hurricanes' 1-0 win over Flames
RALEIGH, N.C. -- — Carolina rookie Brandon Bussi made 15 saves for his first NHL shutout, Nikolaj Ehlers scored at 2:52 of overtime and Hurricanes beat the Calgary Flames 1-0 on Sunday for their second straight victory.
Ehlers beat rookie goalie Devin Cooley after Taylor Hall put the puck on net. Ehlers scored his fifth goal of the season and first in seven games. Sean Walker also assisted.
Bussi played back-to-back games for the first time in his NHL career.
Cooley stopped 16 shots. The Flames lost for just the second time in their last six games. They were shutout victims for the third time this season.
Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal returned from a three-game injury absence. He played slightly more than 14 minutes.
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German biathlete Laura Dahlmeier killed by falling rocks on mountain in Pakistan
Laura Dahlmeier of Germany bronze medalist after the women's 10km pursuit competition at the IBU World Biathlon Championships in Ostersund, Sweden, March 10, 2019.
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Published on 31/07/2025 - 17:13 GMT+2 •Updated 05/08/2025 - 17:19 GMT+2
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Dahlmeier, an Olympic gold medallist, was ascending Laila Peak in the Karakoram mountain range when she was struck by falling rocks while climbing with a partner who survived.
German biathlon champion Laura Dahlmeier has died in a climbing accident at a remote site on a mountain in northern Pakistan.
Dahlmeier was struck by falling rocks on Monday while ascending Laila Peak in the Karakoram mountain range with a partner, who survived.
Authorities launched a rescue mission on Monday after receiving a distress signal from Dahlmeier’s climbing partner, Marina Eva, who managed to descend to base camp with help from rescuers on Tuesday.
Dahlmeier’s partner had tried for several hours to rescue her, but that wasn’t possible because of the difficult terrain and persistent rockfall, a statement on Dahlmeier's Instagram page said.
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“Her partner, who could no longer hear any signs of life, eventually decided to leave the danger zone and resume her descent,” according to the statement.
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It was Dahlmeier’s express wish “that in a case like this, no one should risk their life to recover her,” the statement said, calling for that wish to be respected.
It said Dahlmeier’s family thanked the rescue team and climbers, who did their best to make her rescue possible.
Rescuers confirmed Dahlmeier's death on Wednesday, but could not retrieve her body because of unfavourable weather, said Faizullah Faraq, a spokesman for the regional Gilgit-Baltistan government.
Any final decision on retrieving the body would follow the wishes of Dahlmeier’s family, Faraq said.
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier offered his condolences to Dahlmeier’s parents, writing that she “was an exceptional sportswoman.”
He recalled that he presented her with the highest honour on German sport, the Silver Laurel Leaf, shortly after she won her first Olympic gold medal in 2018.
“Laura Dahlmeier was an ambassador for our country in the world, a role model for peaceful, cheerful and fair coexistence across borders,” he said.
Women's 7.5km biathlon sprint gold medalist Laura Dahlmeier celebrates during the medals ceremony at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, Feb. 11, 2018.
Women's 7.5km biathlon sprint gold medalist Laura Dahlmeier celebrates during the medals ceremony at the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea, Feb. 11, 2018. AP Photo/Morry Gash
Bodies of foreign climbers who die attempting to summit mountains in Pakistan are typically recovered at the request of their families, but if the family declines a rescue, the remains are left at the spot where the climber died.
Dahlmeier was injured at an altitude of about 5,700 metres around noon on Monday, according to her management team in Germany.
She won seven gold, three silver and five bronze medals at Biathlon World Championships, along with 20 World Cup races and the overall World Cup in the 2016-17 season, according to her website.
She won gold medals in the sprint and pursuit races at the Pyeongchang Olympics in 2018 and the bronze medal in the individual competition.
Dahlmeier ended her biathlon career in 2019, when she was 25. She grew up in Garmisch-Partenkirchen in the German Alps and turned to mountaineering challenges after ending her biathlon career.
She had been a state-certified mountain and ski guide since 2023 and volunteered for the local mountain rescue team.
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Tour de France 2025: van Aert wins final stage, Pogačar takes fourth title in rain soaked finale
Slovenian Tadej Pogacar, in the yellow jersey, rides past the Arc de Triomphe on the final stage of the 2025 Tour de France on 27 July 2005.
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By Nina Borowski
Published on 27/07/2025 - 20:52 GMT+2
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Having already won the sprint on the Champs-Élysées in 2021, the Belgian rider now has his second success on the most beautiful avenue in the world. Slovenian Tadej Pogačar, winner of the Tour de France, took fourth place in a final stage disrupted by rain.
After three weeks of intense effort, Wout van Art won the final and 21st stage of the Tour de France solo in 3 hours, 7 minutes and 30 seconds.
The Belgian was the first to cross the finish line on the Champs-Élysées, ahead of the Yellow Jersey winner Tadej Pogačar of the men's 2025 edition of the cycling competition.
For this final stage of the 132.2-kilometre Tour, the riders started in Mantes-la-Ville and made three passes over the Butte Montmartre, the emblematic site of the 2024 Olympics, for a 1.1-kilometre climb with an average gradient of 5.9%. They crossed the finish line on the world's most famous avenue, the Champs-Elysées.
Tadej Pogačar wins his fourth Grande Boucle
With rain threatening the finale of stage 21, the Tour de France organisers froze the general classification times with 50.3 kilometres to go in order to protect the riders.
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Tadej Pogačar, the 26-year-old Slovenian rider from UAE Team Emirates XRG, won his fourth Grande Boucle, having already won in 2020, 2021 and 2024, thus confirming his status as a cycling legend. He finished almost 4 and a half minutes ahead of his direct rivals.
Jonas Vingegaard, who was very strong in the mountains but fell behind in the first time trial and the stage to Hautacam, took second place and Florian Lipowitz was third on the podium.
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Boxing: Usyk reclaims undisputed heavyweight crown after crushing victory over Dubois
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Published on 20/07/2025 - 17:28 GMT+2
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Oleksandr Usyk has cemented his reputation as one of heavyweight boxing's all-time greats after a crushing victory over British challenger Daniel Dubois.
Oleksandr Usyk has, once again, become the undisputed heavy weight boxing world champion after defeating Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday.
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With a left hook to his younger opponent's jaw, the 38-year-old Ukrainian cemented his win in the fifth round, retaining his WBA, WBC and WBO belts and regaining the IBF belt he vacated just over a year ago.
When asked about victory, Usyk hinted at that this is only the beginning, saying he is still a "young guy", and that "38 is only the start." He named Tyson Fury, Derek Chisora, Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker as possible next opponents. Jake Paul threw his own hat in the ring.
“I will continue boxing and I will continue training, but now I cannot say who my next opponent will be,” Usyk said at his press conference.
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Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs) beat Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs) for the second time in under two years, making him the latest British fighter, along Fury and Joshua, to have lost twice to Usyk, who was an undisputed world champion as a cruiserweight before he moved up in weight six years ago.
Dubois had delivered a stunning knockout win over Joshua in his previous fight at Wembley last September. However, he couldn't muster the same success with Usyk.
Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk, right, and Britain's Daniel Dubois in action during the undisputed world heavyweight boxing title fight in London, Saturday, July 19, 2025.
Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk, right, and Britain's Daniel Dubois in action during the undisputed world heavyweight boxing title fight in London, Saturday, July 19, 2025. AP Photo/Frank Augstein
Speaking to boxing website DAZN, Dubois said he gave everything he had.
“Take no credit away from that man, I’ll be back," he added.
The 27-year-old was hoping to become the first British heavyweight to hold every major belt since Lennox Lewis just over 25 years ago. Dubois had inherited the IBF title that Usyk vacated last year when the Ukrainian chose to focus on his rematch with Fury.
When asked if he thinks he's one of the sport's all-time greats, Usyk replied flatly "no", citing discipline instead.
“I don’t have motivation, I have discipline. Motivation is temporary," he said.
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World’s oldest marathon runner Fauja Singh dies at 114 after being hit by a car
Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh, 101, left, originally from Beas Pind, in Jalandhar, India but who now lives in London, waves after finishing a 10-kilometer race, held
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By Jerry Fisayo-Bambi with AP
Published on 16/07/2025 - 5:28 GMT+2 •Updated 5:55
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A torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics, Singh took up running at the age of 89 as a way to get over depression after his wife and son died in quick succession in India.
The Turbaned Torpedo, an Indian-born runner who was thought to be the oldest marathon runner in history, died after being struck by a car. The marathoner, whose real name is Fauja Singh, was 114.
According to local media in India, Singh sustained severe head injuries in a hit-and-run accident on Monday while crossing the road at his native village near Jalandhar in Punjab.
He was taken to the hospital, where he later died, his London-based running club and charity, Sikhs In The City, said.
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Singh, saying he was “extraordinary because of his unique persona and the manner in which he inspired the youth of India on a very important topic of fitness.”
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“He was an exceptional athlete with incredible determination,” Modi said. “Pained by his passing away. My thoughts are with his family and countless admirers around the world.”
In 2011, at the age of 100, Singh became the oldest man to complete a full marathon in Toronto, but the Guinness World Records did not recognise his achievement since he lacked a birth certificate to verify his age.
Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh, 101, center, originally from Beas Pind, in Jalandhar, India but who now lives in London, runs in a 10-kilometer race, part of the annu
Centenarian marathon runner Fauja Singh, 101, center, originally from Beas Pind, in Jalandhar, India but who now lives in London, runs in a 10-kilometer race, part of the annu AP Photo
With a British passport that showed his date of birth as April 1, 1911, a letter from Indian government officials showed that birth records were not kept in 1911, throwing Singh's real age into doubt.
Took up running to get over wife's death
Singh took up running at the age of 89 as a way to get over depression after his wife and son died in quick succession in India. The death in 1994 of his son took a particularly hard toll on him due to its grisly nature.
Singh and his son, Kuldip, both farmers, were checking on their fields in the middle of a storm when a piece of corrugated metal blown by the wind decapitated Kuldip in front of his father’s eyes.
A torchbearer for the 2012 London Olympics, the British-Indian marathoner completed his first London Marathon in 2000 at the age of 89 and went on to do eight more. At the 2003 Toronto Marathon, he set a personal best time of five hours and forty minutes.
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Georgia make history with first Mixed Team World title on emotional final day in Budapest
World mixed team champions: Georgia!
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Published on 21/06/2025 - 7:15 GMT+2
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Georgia defeats Korea in a thrilling final to win its first ever Mixed Team gold. Tushishvili, Liparteliani, and Bekauri led a passionate team to victory. An unforgettable finale to the 2025 World Judo Championships in Budapest.
The Mixed Team competition is about more than medals - it’s about team spirit, unity, and the values at the heart of judo. Expect big throws, big emotions, and unforgettable moments as athletes fight not for themselves, but for each other.
In the semi-final, Japan led early against strong contenders Georgia in an intense contest.
But big throws from the imposing heavyweight Guram TUSHISHVILI and freshly crowned World Champion Eteri LIPARTELIANI flipped the script.
Having built momentum Georgia powered through with another ippon from Mikheili BAKHBAKHASHVILI.
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Utana TERADA tried to even the score for team Japan.
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But in a repeat of the Olympic final, Lasha BEKAURI emerged victorious. Driving the passionate Georgian team into the World final with commanding style.
The Republic of Korean delivered a dominant performance in their semi-final against Germany, sweeping to victory 4 - 0. With sharp technique, relentless pressure, and outstanding team spirit, they left no room for doubt and secured their place in the final in emphatic fashion.
It was The Republic of Korea VS Georgia in the final contending for the gold medal - who would rewrite history?
LEE led with an ippon, setting the tone with a confident performance.
But fresh off her World Championship win, LIPARTELIANI evened the score.
BAKHBAKHASHVILI held his way to victory and TCHANTURIA took home another win for team Georgia.
At 3-1 it was left to double Olympic Champion Lasha BEKAURI to take it home for his team. Gold for Georgia - and a new chapter was written in World Judo history.
We are the happiest in the World now because it is the first time in our history. We are Georgians, we are the best! Lasha Bekauri
IJF President Mr Marius VIZER awarded the gold trophy.
Mrs Filomena FORTES, IOC Member awarded the gold medals, and Mr Max-Hervé GEORGE, Director of International Partnerships of the IJF awarded the silver trophy.
What an incredible celebration of judo it’s been here at the OTP Bank World Judo Championships, delivering World-class action and true judo spirit from Budapest, Hungary. Until next time — thank you for watching.
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Judo: Kim strikes gold for Korea, Tasoev defends heavyweight crown on Day 7 in Budapest
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Published on 20/06/2025 - 7:42 GMT+2
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Hayun Kim claims Korea’s first gold in +78kg with a golden score win. In +100kg, Tasoev defeats Tushishvili to secure his second World title. Budapest ends the individual competition with heavy drama and heavier champions.
Day 7 closes out the individual competition at the OTP Bank World Judo Championships and it's time for the heavyweights to take centre stage in Budapest.
Before the finals, IJF President Mr. Marius Vizer awarded diplomas recognising achievements in judo.
And the traditional flag-passing ceremony was held to commemorate the closing of the event, as Hungary passed the IJF flag to Azerbaijan — with Baku set to host the World Championships in 2026 where judo would return to the land of fire.
At +78kg, Hayun KIM had been making her mark on the international stage, and in Budapest she delivered her best performance yet. Could she take the title?
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Facing her was Japan’s Mao ARAI who had managed to secure her place in the final after a fantastic performance in the preliminaries. ARAI looked every bit a contender for the World title.
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The final was a tight, tactical battle taken into Golden Score. It was Hayun KIM who would wear the red backpatch for the Republic of Korea’s first gold medal!
I’m so happy to win my first World Championship gold medal, especially after finishing fifth and third. Hayun KIM +78kg
OTP Bank Chairman & IJF Honorary President Dr Sandor CSANYI awarded the medals.
At +100kg, Guram TUSHISHVILI was on fire — storming his way through the preliminaries with explosive throws and unstoppable momentum. The Georgian powerhouse looked focused and fearless. He was here to reclaim the title he first won in 2018.
Facing him in the final was Inal TASOEV, the 2023 World Champion. TASOEV had delivered a solid performance and was aiming to add a second World title to his collection.
In the final, TUSHISHVILI led with a yuko, but it was TASOEV who came back with a waza-ari and managed to keep the Georgian at bay, claiming his second World title!
This is very cool, it’s my second time in Budapest and both of them were successful, the first time I won a Grand Slam and the second time a World Championships. Only positive emotions. Inal TASOEV +100kg
5 time Olympic and 12 time World Champion, Mr Teddy RINER awarded the medals.
Join us tomorrow in Budapest where the Mixed Team competition kicks off. 3 men 3 women, one team, one goal. Don’t miss it!
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Former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti charged with tax evasion, handed one-year prison sentence
Former Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti.
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Published on 09/07/2025 - 23:21 GMT+2
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The now Brazil national team head coach was found guilty of evading taxes on his image rights in 2014. Although he will probably not serve the prison term, he'll have to pay a fine and is set to be disqualified from receiving tax benefits in Spain for three years.
A Spanish court has sentenced current Brazil national team and former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti to one year in prison for tax fraud.
The Madrid Provincial Court handed down the sentence on Wednesday for the offence committed in 2014 and fined him just over €386,000 which he must pay to the tax authorities.
The court has also acquitted him of similar charges relating to the 2015 tax year, due to a lack of evidence of his residence in Spain during that period.
Despite the conviction, Spanish law stipulates that sentences of less than two years for non-violent offences and provided the person possesses no criminal record, serving time in prison is not mandatory. It is therefore likely that Ancelotti will settle his dues and avoid his prison term.
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The court ruling however establishes that, for a period of three consecutive years, the football coaching icon, whose career has seen him take the helm of top European sides including AC Milan, Bayern Munich, PSG and Chelsea, will not be able to obtain or claim public aid, subsidies, tax benefits or social security incentives in Spain.
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Ancelotti claims he followed Real Madrid's advice
During the trial in April, Ancelotti claimed he has always acted on the legal advice of Real Madrid and its tax consultants, denying that he had any intention of defrauding the tax authorities.
He added that he settled the outstanding debt with the tax office in December 2021 and asked that the mitigating factors of damages and procedural delays be taken into account.
Carlo Ancelotti was in charge of Real Madrid across two stints, the first between June 2013 and May 2015, and the second from June 2021 until May 2025, when he ended his tenure at the club to take over a new challenge: leading the Brazilian national team to its record extending 6th World Cup title, scheduled to take place in the summer of 2026.
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Asian Paralympic leaders gather in Astana to map out future of parasport
Panel at the Asian Paralympic Committee Conference.
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By Galiya Khassenkhanova
Published on 28/08/2025 - 16:21 GMT+2
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The Asian Paralympic Committee met in Kazakhstan for the first time, setting new goals for parasport and honouring athletes at the Asian Awards 2025.
More than 190 delegates from 45 countries gathered in Astana to discuss the future of parasport.
“We made a lot of important decisions. We discussed chapters of the strategic plan, what we achieved, the goals, the KPIs, and we set new strategic goals,” said Majid Rashed, President of the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC).
“For us, this is a platform to hear new ideas, learn about new sports that will be adapted for para-athletes and find out about medical requirements,” added Kairat Boranbayev, President of Kazakhstan’s National Paralympic Committee and APC board member.
Building a stronger Paralympic movement
The APC meets every two years to exchange ideas, review reports, approve motions and set strategic direction. This year was the first time the event took place in Central Asia.
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“Kazakhstan’s National Paralympic Committee is showing commitment and responsibility for the Paralympic movement. They are working very hard, they have a strategic plan, they know where to go and what they want,” said Rashed.
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Boranbayev stressed that Kazakhstan is working to expand accessibility in sports and to create more opportunities for athletes. Each year, the country holds around 800 para competitions of various levels, involving more than 10,000 participants.
Majid Rashed, President of the Asian Paralympic Committee.
Majid Rashed, President of the Asian Paralympic Committee. Kazakhstan’s National Paralympic Committee.
Dr Deepa Malik, a former Indian Paralympian and APC board member, highlighted the importance of legal and policy frameworks to support people with disabilities. India’s 2016 disability act identified inclusion as a human right, leading to a sharp rise in para-athletes.
“In 48 years, from 1968 to 2016, we had won only 12 medals, but since then we have won 48 medals from just two Paralympics,” she said. Malik also underlined the growing role of women, noting that since 2016, 14 female athletes from India have won Paralympic medals, with her as the pioneer.
“Sport is one place where people with friendship, peace and a common vision come together. It creates a sustainable planet. It changes mindsets when we see persons with disabilities emerging, proving their abilities,” she added.
Asian Awards 2025 honour athletes
The three-day conference concluded with the Asian Awards 2025, celebrating athletes and contributors to parasport across the continent.
The awardees of the 2025 Asian Awards.
The awardees of the 2025 Asian Awards. Kazakhstan’s National Paralympic Committee.
Japanese Wheelchair Rugby Team took the Best Team Performance award. Best Youth Athlete went to He Shenggao, swimmer from China. Best Male Athlete went to Abdelkareem Khattab, Jordanian powerlifter, while Best Female Athlete went to Ho Yuen Kei, boccia (precision ball sport) player from Hong Kong.
“It’s my honour to receive this Best Female Athlete award. It means so much to me. This is not only about my personal journey, but also about the people who helped me along the way,” said Ho Yuen Kei.
At the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, she won two gold medals before founding a charity association in Hong Kong to help people with disabilities take part in sport.
Looking ahead to upcoming Asian Para Games
The APC is now preparing for the Aichi–Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games in Japan, as well as the 5th Asian Youth Para Games in Dubai.
The United Arab Emirates National Paralympic Committee has invited athletes and spectators to attend the Youth Para Games in December 2025, where 1,783 athletes from 31 countries will compete across 11 sports.
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IJF World Judo Tour: Rising Stars Shine in Mongolia
2025 Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam Day 1
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Published on 25/07/2025 - 18:41 GMT+2
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Day 1 of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam delivered spectacular action. Japan’s Kondo, Shirakane, and Fujihiro struck gold, while Galitskaia and Nutfulloev made big breakthroughs. A thrilling start to Mongolia’s judo showcase!
The IJF World Judo Tour has arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
In the -48kg, Mitsuki KONDO faced Marina VOROBEVA. KONDO claimed her second Grand Slam gold medal after holding VOROBEVA down for ippon. A dominant display from the Japanese judoka. IJF Education & Coaching Director Mr Mohammed MERIDJA awarded the medals.
Hiroto SHIRAKANE faced teammate Hayato KONDO at -60kg.
A waza-ari in golden score took SHIRAKANE to the top of the podium in his first ever World Judo Tour event. It was a dream debut for the young Japanese judoka on the world stage. IJF Sport Director Mr Kosei INOUE awarded the medals.
I was really happy to fight in Mongolia with such an enthusiastic crowd and I felt they were cheering for me so I hope to be back again. Hiroto Shirakane
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At -52kg, Kokoro FUJISHIRO faced Nandin-Erdene MYAGMARSUREN.
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A huge ippon from FUJISHIRO won her the contest and the gold medal.
Her first on the World Judo Tour. A breakout performance! Ulaanbaatar Energy LLC CEO Mr Khurelsukh SODNOMDORJ awarded the medals.
I was really happy to fight here in Mongolia and I think I made a lot of fans here and I’m really happy, it’s my first Grand Slam gold. I have a lot of competitors in and outside Japan so I just want to take it a step at a time. Kokoro Fujishiro
Abdurakhim NUTFULLOEV bested Denis VIERU with a tactical win In the -66kg, claiming Grand Slam gold. IJF Referee Director Mr Raul CAMACHO PEREZ awarded the medals.
AIA faced Ana Viktorija PULJIZ at -57kg. A waza-ari score was enough for her to claim gold and earn her first Grand Slam title. Erdenet Province Judo Federation Head Mr Ariuna-Erdene BATTSEREN awarded the medals.
Creating great moments and memories for their fans, the Mongolian judoka lit up the Steppe Arena today with some amazing judo. Roared on by a passionate home crowd, they delivered excitement, emotion, and national pride.
Thank you for joining us here in beautiful Ulaanbaatar. Don’t miss a moment as the judo drama continues to unfold in Mongolia.
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IJF World Judo Tour: Rising Stars Shine in Mongolia
2025 Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam Day 1
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Published on 25/07/2025 - 18:41 GMT+2
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Day 1 of the Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam delivered spectacular action. Japan’s Kondo, Shirakane, and Fujihiro struck gold, while Galitskaia and Nutfulloev made big breakthroughs. A thrilling start to Mongolia’s judo showcase!
The IJF World Judo Tour has arrived in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
In the -48kg, Mitsuki KONDO faced Marina VOROBEVA. KONDO claimed her second Grand Slam gold medal after holding VOROBEVA down for ippon. A dominant display from the Japanese judoka. IJF Education & Coaching Director Mr Mohammed MERIDJA awarded the medals.
Hiroto SHIRAKANE faced teammate Hayato KONDO at -60kg.
A waza-ari in golden score took SHIRAKANE to the top of the podium in his first ever World Judo Tour event. It was a dream debut for the young Japanese judoka on the world stage. IJF Sport Director Mr Kosei INOUE awarded the medals.
I was really happy to fight in Mongolia with such an enthusiastic crowd and I felt they were cheering for me so I hope to be back again. Hiroto Shirakane
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At -52kg, Kokoro FUJISHIRO faced Nandin-Erdene MYAGMARSUREN.
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A huge ippon from FUJISHIRO won her the contest and the gold medal.
Her first on the World Judo Tour. A breakout performance! Ulaanbaatar Energy LLC CEO Mr Khurelsukh SODNOMDORJ awarded the medals.
I was really happy to fight here in Mongolia and I think I made a lot of fans here and I’m really happy, it’s my first Grand Slam gold. I have a lot of competitors in and outside Japan so I just want to take it a step at a time. Kokoro Fujishiro
Abdurakhim NUTFULLOEV bested Denis VIERU with a tactical win In the -66kg, claiming Grand Slam gold. IJF Referee Director Mr Raul CAMACHO PEREZ awarded the medals.
AIA faced Ana Viktorija PULJIZ at -57kg. A waza-ari score was enough for her to claim gold and earn her first Grand Slam title. Erdenet Province Judo Federation Head Mr Ariuna-Erdene BATTSEREN awarded the medals.
Creating great moments and memories for their fans, the Mongolian judoka lit up the Steppe Arena today with some amazing judo. Roared on by a passionate home crowd, they delivered excitement, emotion, and national pride.
Thank you for joining us here in beautiful Ulaanbaatar. Don’t miss a moment as the judo drama continues to unfold in Mongolia.
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Erling Haaland reaches notable mark as Man City hold on to win nine-goal thriller
Erling Haaland brought up his century of Premier League goals as Manchester City survived a remarkable Fulham comeback in a madcap 5-4 win.
City were 5-1 up and cruising shortly after half-time, but goals from Alex Iwobi and substitute Samuel Chukwueze’s double left them clinging on for dear life by the end.
They are now two points behind leaders Arsenal, who host Brentford on Wednesday, but a title tilt is surely not sustainable with defending like this.
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Haaland had earlier become, by some distance, the quickest player to score 100 times in the Premier League, taking just 111 matches.
He took only 17 minutes to find the net at Craven Cottage and become the 35th member of the Premier League 100 club.
Alan Shearer was the previous quickest, reaching three figures in his 124th match, 30 years ago in 1995.
The Norwegian had already rattled a post when his big moment arrived.
Phil Foden found Jeremy Doku who drove in a low cross, Tijjani Reijnders let the ball run and Haaland slammed it first time into the roof of the net.
Yet it was a notable mark that got lost in the mayhem of what was to follow.
Fulham almost forced a shock equaliser midway through the first half when Iwobi fed Emile Smith Rowe, who turned sharply in the box and forced a fine save from Gianluigi Donnarumma.
But City doubled their lead in the 38th minute, with Haaland this time the creator.
The striker held off Joachim Andersen on halfway and played a neat through-ball between Kenny Tete and Calvin Bassey, with Reijnders lifting his shot over Bernd Leno.
Foden got in on the act two minutes before half-time, the England midfielder collecting a punch from Leno on the edge of the box and unleashing a rocket into the top corner.
Smith Rowe pulled one back in first-half stoppage time with a well-taken header from Harry Wilson’s cross.
Any thoughts of a Fulham comeback should have been extinguished three minutes into the second half when Haaland touched another Doku cross to Foden, who finished clinically at the far post for his fourth goal in two matches.
City’s fifth arrived six minutes later, Doku’s shot clipping Sander Berge’s knee and looping over Leno.
There was still little sense of jeopardy for the visitors when Iwobi pulled another one back for Fulham, curling home from 20 yards.
That was until substitute Chukwueze lashed in his first Fulham goals, two in the space of six minutes.
Another fierce finish from Samu!
When his second flew past an increasingly shell-shocked Donnarumma there were still 12 minutes left, plus eight of stoppage time.
Marco Silva’s side threw everything at City, but just when another sub, Josh King, thought he had grabbed an equaliser and the unlikeliest of points, Josko Gvardiol got back to clear his shot off the line.
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Qingdao Grand Prix Day 2: Golden Moments in China
Final, Shakhram Ahadov (UZB) vs Yudai Tanaka (JPN).
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Published on 27/09/2025 - 18:05 GMT+2 •Updated 18:34
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Day 2 in Qingdao saw thrilling victories: Deketer won her first Grand Prix gold, Tanaka claimed -73kg glory, Cvjetko confirmed her dominance at -70kg, and Hojo shone at -81kg. China celebrated bronze with Feng Yingying, lighting up Conson Stadium.
Welcome back to day 2 of the Qingdao Grand Prix. Here in this stunning coastal city, we celebrate world class judo.
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Before the medal matches, a dazzling opening ceremony set the stage and speeches were made by
IJF President, Mr Marius Vizer,
Ms Qiao Yunping, Director General of Shandong Administration of Sports
and Mr Liu Chengliang, President of the Chinese Judo Association.
In the -63kg, Manon DEKETER faced Enkhriilen LKHAGVATOGOO. Taking the contest into Golden Score, a yuko pushed the French athlete to her first Grand Prix gold medal. A milestone achievement on the international stage for DEKETER that she will never forget, delighting the crowd.
IJF President Mr Marius VIZER awarded the medals.
In the -73kg, Yudai TANAKA faced Shakhram AHADOV. A well timed ouchi-gari scored ippon and earned TANAKA his first gold medal on the World Judo Tour. A fantastic achievement for the Japanese judoka in Qingdao.
Qingdao is very close to home in Asia, but I haven’t had many opportunities to come here, so I'm very happy to have been able to come for the competition. Yudai TANAKA (JPN)
Chinese Judo Association President Mr LIU Chengliang awarded the medals.
At -70kg, Lara CVJETKO faced Aina Laura RASOANAIVO RAZAFY. World number 1 CVJETKO took a tactical victory, earning her third Grand Prix gold medal here in Qingdao.
Shandong Administration of Sports Director General Ms QIAO Yunping awarded the medals.
This is my first time in China, I’m really happy with my performance since it was quite a long pause since World Championship, I won all my fights, I think there was a lot of really good competitors and I was hoping for a medal but gold is really great. Lara CVJETKO (CRO)
In the -81kg, Yoshito HOJO faced Xinglong CHA. Two spectacular waza-aris took HOJO to the top of the podium. A brilliant display of skill and power.
Deputy Secretary of the CPC Qingdao Municipal Committee Ms ZHANG Hui awarded the medals.
A bronze medal for China came from Yingying FENG, lighting up the Conson Stadium with amazing judo!
Join us tomorrow in Qingdao.
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Toyota taking over title sponsorship for Haas F1 in 2026
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Dec 4, 2025, 02:15 AM ET
Toyota Gazoo Racing will become the title partner of the Haas Formula 1 team next year in a deal that will strengthen the ties between the Japanese motor company and the American racing team.
Toyota's motorsport arm, known as Toyota Gazoo Racing, became a technical partner of Haas last October and has worked directly with the team this year, including the running of a testing of a previous car (TPC) programme.
The new deal will see Toyota Gazoo Racing replace Haas' existing title sponsor Moneygram for 2026 and continue its technical collaboration with the racing team.
Haas also confirmed that it will launch next year's livery on January 23 before its 2026 car, known as the VF-26, makes its track debut at a private F1 test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya from January 26 to January 30.
"It's naturally a privilege to deepen our relationship with TGR through this new title partnership agreement," Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu said of the new deal. "Our working relationship to-date has been everything we hoped it would be.
"It's been evidenced through our successful TPC running this season but there's been so much more going on behind the scenes too - including the development and installation of the simulator at our Banbury facility for 2026.
"The cultivation of personnel, all working collaboratively between Haas F1 Team and TGR, has benefited us greatly and that's something that will only increase as our partnership matures. We're excited to further grow with the likes of our driver program too, and it's been encouraging to see the depth of talent TGR is backing in that process."
Haas' TPC programme this year included 14 days of testing across Silverstone, Paul Ricard, Fuji Speedway, Imola and Mugello, with Toyota-backed drivers Ryō Hirakawa, Ritomo Miyata, Sho Tsuboi and Kamui Kobayashi all taking turns behind the wheel of a 2023 Haas F1 car.
"Throughout our challenges in the 2025 season, I witnessed young TGR drivers and engineers begin to believe in their own potential and set their sights on even greater dreams," Akio Toyoda, Chairman of Toyota Motor Corporation, said. "Seeing this transformation moved me deeply. And today, I can say this with confidence, Toyota has finally begun to move - really move.
"By taking our partnership with Haas another step forward next year, TGR's 'People, Product, Pipeline' mantra - will accelerate in a way we have never seen before. The time has come for the next generation to take their first steps toward the world stage. Together with Gene Haas, Ayao, and everyone at TGR Haas F1 Team, we will build both a culture and a team for the future. Toyota is now truly on the move."
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Patrick Mahomes loses another blindside protector after LT Wanya Morris suffers season-ending knee injury vs. Texans
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A battered Kansas City Chiefs offensive line took another big hit Sunday night.
On the first play from scrimmage against the Houston Texans, starting left tackle Wanya Morris went down with a knee injury. Morris clutched his left knee after falling on a run play. He remained down on the field in obvious pain as his teammates watched on in concern. He eventually limped off the field with the aid of two athletic trainers, unable to put weight on his left leg.
He didn't return to the game, and the Chiefs fell 20-10 in a costly loss.
On Monday, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Morris will be out the rest of the season with a knee injury.
This is the play Wanya Morris got injured on pic.twitter.com/9dacR4jR2o
— Jason Anderson (@J810Anderson) December 8, 2025
Morris is not Kansas City's regular starting left tackle. A third-year pro selected by the Chiefs in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, he was making his first start of the season Sunday night.
Regular starter and rookie first-round draft pick Josh Simmons was placed on injured reserve last week with a wrist injury that required surgery. He'll be sidelined at a minimum of four of Kansas City's final five regular-season games, Sunday's included. The Chiefs also took the field without veteran right tackle Jawaan Taylor (triceps/knee) and Pro Bowl right guard Trey Smith (ankle), who were both inactive for Sunday's game.
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Rookie Esa Pole, who had previously never played an NFL snap and wasn't listed on Kansas City's online depth chart prior to Sunday's game, took Morris' place at left tackle protecting Patrick Mahomes' blind side.
Pole initially joined the Chiefs as an undrafted free agent this offseason, then joined the New York Jets when he didn't make Kansas City's 53-man roster. The Jets released Pole in October, and the Chiefs re-signed him when Simmons went on injured reserve.
Suddenly, Pole was charged with protecting Mahomes' blind side as the Chiefs fight to make the playoffs.
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'An insane valuation for a Championship side': Ryan Reynolds cashes in on 'best bet' in British football history
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Wrexham's celebrity owners have sold a minority stake in their on-the-rise football club as an astonishing rags to riches fairytale story continues.
The deal, which was announced this week with no terms disclosed, includes investment by Apollo Sports Capital - a US-based private equity firm - in the redevelopment of Wrexham's stadium and the surrounding area of the small city in Wales.
The town and club was brought to fame when Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac bought it in 2021 and helped create a popular docuseries about the community.
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Under the deal, Reynolds and Mac remain in control as the majority shareholders in Wrexham, who have won three consecutive promotions under the pair's ownership and sit 12th in the second-tier Championship this season, three points adrift of the playoffs.
Reynolds and Mac spent about $4 million when they purchased Wrexham.
Bloomberg this year claimed that the club is worth up to $700m.
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"Five years, four seasons of Welcome to Wrexham and three promotions later, that initial outlay might just be the best bet anyone put on a football team - and their own star quality - in British football history," analyst Matt Slater wrote for The Athletic.
"Until recently I would have said £350million is an insane valuation for a Championship side, particularly one without parachute payments to pad their numbers, but Ipswich Town announced a similar investment from sophisticated American investors last week, so what do I know?
"What I would suggest, though, is that Ipswich's value does not rely on the continuing involvement of two very famous actors. It is hard to think of a sports team with higher "key person risk" than Wrexham."
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Before this season Wrexham, the oldest club in Wales dating to 1864, hadn't been in the second division since 1981-82.
"From day one, we wanted to build a sustainable future for Wrexham Association Football Club. And to do it with a little heart and humour," Wrexham ownership said in a statement distributed by the club.
"The dream has always been to take this club to the Premier League while staying true to the town. Growth like that takes world class partners who share our vision and ambition, and Apollo absolutely does."
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Reynolds and Mac sold a stake in the club last year to a different investment group, also based in the United States.
Apollo recently bought a majority stake in Spanish club Atletico Madrid, a deal expected to be finalised early next year.
"I think it's really positive news for the club. It helps the club moving forward and building a sustainable club for the future," Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson said.
"It's a great, positive story. Everybody's looking forward to working with the new investors. Everything stays the same football-wise, but Michael (Williamson, CEO) has kept me informed over the last few weeks.
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"I was aware that there was something going on a while ago. Michael rang me on Sunday saying 'just to let you know, it's going to be announced' and he gave me a bit of context which enabled me to inform the staff.
"It's about putting those building blocks in place for the short and long-term.
"This is another step towards that. We're a club that's building all the time, on and off the pitch, and this is another step in that direction."
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Texans vs. Chiefs: Houston picks off Patrick Mahomes 3 times to claim victory, put KC's playoff hopes in peril
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For most of the Patrick Mahomes era, when the Kansas City Chiefs absolutely needed a big play, it would happen to the surprise of nobody. Making every clutch play became Kansas City’s brand during its dynasty.
This season, when the Chiefs have absolutely needed a big play like they did in a practically must-win game Sunday night, they couldn't find the right answer.
The magic that carried the Chiefs for such a long stretch last season has evaporated. Two failed fourth-down tries by the Chiefs in their own territory in the fourth quarter and then an interception on a pass that was bobbled by Travis Kelce doomed them in a 20-10 loss to the Houston Texans. The Chiefs aren't done in the playoff race yet. But they're all the way to the edge of a steep cliff.
"I thought it was an opportunity. I was wrong, though. In hindsight, it was wrong," Chiefs head coach Andy Reid admitted postgame about those fourth-down gambles. "We’ve been pretty good on fourth downs. I messed that one up."
Even if the Chiefs win out, they'd need to catch a break or two to make the playoffs after a loss to the Texans dropped them to 6-7 this season. With a Denver Broncos win on Sunday and the Chiefs' defeat, Kansas City's streak of nine straight AFC West titles is officially over. The Chiefs are eliminated in the AFC West race, and barely alive in the wild-card race.
The Chiefs had trouble moving the ball against the Texans' fierce defense and are a step closer to elimination from the postseason field. Before Sunday night's game, The Athletic's projection had their playoff chances dropping to 16% with a loss to the Texans. NFL.com had it at 15%. Kansas City is in trouble.
The Chiefs struggled in the first half, got hot in the third quarter but then the two failed fourth-down tries wrecked their momentum. The Texans broke a 10-10 tie on a Dare Ogunbowale touchdown run, but Kansas City had a chance late to at least tie the game.
A pass to Kelce popped out of his hands and it was picked off by Texans linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair.
The Chiefs are used to seeing their opponents melt down like that in key situations. Now it’s happening to them. And it has put them on the brink of missing the playoffs.
Chiefs struggle early against Texans’ D
The Texans came in with the best and hottest defense in the NFL, and it looked great in the first half.
The Chiefs struggled to move the ball, and losing starting left tackle Wanya Morris to a knee injury on the first play from scrimmage didn't help against Houston's pass rush. The closest Kansas City got to a score in the first half was a field goal that clanged off the upright and was no good. The Texans led 10-0 at halftime.
C.J. Stroud was good in the first half, with 171 yards and a touchdown pass to running back Woody Marks. Houston more than doubled Kansas City's yardage in the first half, outgaining the Chiefs 201-98.
The way the first half played out, it seemed like the Texans might run away with a win. It was stunning to see the Chiefs stuck on no points at halftime in a game that they needed to win to avoid falling under .500 this late in the season.
But the Chiefs are a really well-coached team and adjustments on each side of the ball got them back in the game.
Chiefs rebound in 2nd half
The Chiefs finally scored early in the second half. Kareem Hunt had an exceptional effort on a fourth-and-1 run, getting 2 hard yards for the touchdown. Even though Houston completely outplayed Kansas City in the first half, the Chiefs trailed just 10-7 after that drive in the first few minutes of the second half.
The Chiefs dominated the third quarter. They had 132 yards to -2 for the Texans. Stroud didn’t complete a pass for the entire period. After three quarters the score was 10-10 in a game with numerous hard hits.
#Texans safety Jalen Pitre just LIT UP Rashee Rice: pic.twitter.com/QOVk1hjZZj
— Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) December 8, 2025
A fourth-down decision early in the fourth quarter was aggressive and costly for the Chiefs. On fourth-and-1 at their own 31-yard line, with a little more than 10 minutes left, Kansas City went for it. A pass to Rashee Rice was batted down and Houston took over, already in field-goal range in a tie game. On the Texans’ next drive Ogunbowale, who had just three carries on the season and was in due to Nick Chubb and Woody Marks being injured, scored a 5-yard touchdown run on his first offensive snap of the game. Houston led 17-10 and Kansas City might have regretted going for it so deep in their own territory.
That meant the Chiefs needed a clutch drive for a touchdown. Usually that hasn’t been a problem in the Mahomes era. This season, the Chiefs have had plenty of problems making big plays in close games. The Chiefs went for it again, on fourth-and-4, and Rice dropped it. That wasn’t as damaging because the Chiefs' defense forced a three-and-out. But then Mahomes’ pass to Kelce was dropped and intercepted, allowing the Texans to ice the game.
"I'll never question that. I'm going to go to those guys in big moments," Mahomes said of Rice and Kelce. "Those guys have played in Super Bowls, they've made plays in AFC championship games, and so obviously it didn't go our way today. I have a lot to do with that myself."
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It's not unheard of for a team to miss the playoffs in the middle of a dynasty. The 1982 San Francisco 49ers went 3-6 in a strike-shortened season, a year after winning their first of four Super Bowls that decade. The New England Patriots missed the playoffs in 2008, though that was because Tom Brady missed almost the entire season with a torn ACL. It's possible to miss the playoffs and not have the dynasty end.
But before thinking about what's next, it's probably time to make sense of the story of this NFL season: The Chiefs are very likely to miss the playoffs. That seemed unfathomable before the season started.
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Shedeur Sanders throws for 3 touchdowns, but Browns falter in the clutch against Titans
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The Cleveland Browns have significant questions this offseason about their quarterback position. Shedeur Sanders is doing all he can to provide an answer.
Sanders spent the first half against one-win Tennessee cruising, looking comfortable as he threw for two touchdowns and outplayed No. 1 overall draft pick Cam Ward. After a slow start to the second half, Sanders rallied Cleveland to two clutch touchdowns in the final six-plus minutes of the game to close off a 364 passing yards effort.
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Cam Ward gets the first head-to-head matchup W vs. Shedeur Sanders in a great battle between the rooks 📈 pic.twitter.com/J1FmHQTHe8
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Alas, Cleveland being Cleveland, the Browns fell apart on a would-be tying 2-point conversion with just over a minute remaining. The result: a 31-29 loss to the Titans, and more data points for the Browns' future decision-making.
The scenario Sunday was one of those circle-the-calendar days on NFL Draft weekend. Generally, when you have rookie quarterbacks facing one another, you’re not seeing two top-flight teams at play. Sometimes that’s because a team in position to draft, and then start, a rookie quarterback is, by definition, not a very good team. And sometimes, that’s because a team is the Cleveland Browns.
The Titans struck first, as Ward found receiver Elic Ayomanor for a 16-yard touchdown on Tennessee’s opening drive. Running back Tony Pollard closed out the first quarter with a monster 65-yard run.
The second quarter might just stand as the best 15 minutes of football Sanders will play all season. He began by threading a perfectly thrown pass to an outstretched David Njoku for a touchdown:
Shedeur to Njoku for the TD!
TENvsCLE on FOX/FOX Onehttps://t.co/HkKw7uXVnt pic.twitter.com/k0Xu3hsp1L
— NFL (@NFL) December 7, 2025
Twelve game minutes later, he found Jerry Jeudy on a beauty of a 60-yard touchdown pass, one of the best throws of Sanders’ career:
There were indications that all was not perfectly well for Sanders — struggles throwing the ball into zone coverage, a panicky desperation scramble that led to an intentional grounding penalty — but on the whole, the half was positive for Cleveland as the Browns carried a 17-14 lead into the half.
The second half began with an ugly duet — six straight combined punts, with neither team able to move the ball, sequence after sequence as ugly as the spitting-snow weather. Sanders broke the streak … but in the worst way possible, with a wounded-duck overthrow that the Titans’ Xavier Woods easily plucked out of the air. Two plays later, Pollard again stomped into the end zone, this time from 32 yards out to retake the lead for Tennessee.
That was enough to knock the Browns to the canvas for good. Ward turned a Cleveland fumble into another touchdown pass, this one a 5-yarder to Chimere Dike to extend Tennessee's lead to 28-17. Ward finished with 117 yards on 14-of-28 passing, with two touchdowns and one interception.
With five minutes remaining in the game, following another Tennessee field goal, Sanders again had the opportunity to write his own legend. Down 31-17, he guided the Browns downfield and scrambled his way to a chaotic 7-yard touchdown, his first NFL rushing TD of his career.
Shedeur takes it himself for his first NFL rushing TD#TENvsCLE on Fox and NFL+ pic.twitter.com/cObrI7zX5Q
— Cleveland Browns (@Browns) December 7, 2025
Sanders then had the opportunity to tie the Titans with his final drive, and did all he could, leading the Browns on a seven-play, 80-yard touchdown drive. Needing 2 points to tie the game, the Browns opted to pull Sanders off the field and direct-snap trickeration to Quinshon Judkins, and it went about as well as you'd expect.
The #Browns just had a really ugly attempt at a 2-pt conversion and the tie.
Quinshon Judkins takes the direct snap. No Shedeur Sanders on the field. Failed play. Cleveland loses. pic.twitter.com/39CPucqJm2
— Arye Pulli (@AryePulliNFL) December 7, 2025
Statistically, this was Sanders' finest game of the season, by far. He threw for 364 yards, passing for three touchdowns and running for another, the first Browns rookie to notch those numbers. He also had several key miscues, including an interception that led directly to a Tennessee touchdown, a fumbled snap on a 2-point conversion, and a tendency to tip his passes by patting the football as he prepared to throw. Still ahead on the Browns' slate: the Bears, Bills, Steelers and Bengals, a rugged way to close out a season.
“I’ve been this way," Sanders said after the game, reflecting on his performance. "This is God showing a lot of people who I am.”
Tennessee, meanwhile, posted its highest point total of the season — granted, a low bar to clear — in doubling its win total of the season to 2. With games against the 49ers, Chiefs, Saints and Jaguars still remaining, getting to four wins on the season could be tough, so Tennessee and Ward will surely appreciate this one.
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Thunder's blowout win over Jazz briefly interrupted by a broken smoke machine at Delta Center
OKC rolled to a 15th straight win on Sunday night despite missing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
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The Oklahoma City Thunder had no issues on Sunday night, even with reigning league MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sitting on the bench.
The Delta Center in Salt Lake City, on the other hand, struggled.
Midway through the second quarter, a smoke machine sitting on top of one of the baskets in the arena started going off randomly while Thunder star Chet Holmgren was shooting a free throw. It kept going off for quite some time, too, and nobody on the court seemed to notice.
Holmgren even threw down a dunk on a fast break before officials stopped the game to fix the broken smoke machine — which made for quite the scene.
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“He is literally setting this place on fire,” one of the announcers joked.
The Jazz opened the game with a free throw, though that was their only lead of the night. The Thunder responded with a 13-0 burst before rolling to the 131-101 win. It marked their 15th consecutive victory and brought them to 23-1 on the season — which is on pace to break the league’s single-season wins record set by the Golden State Warriors back during the 2015-16 campaign.
Holmgren led the way with 25 points and nine rebounds for the Thunder. Jalen Williams had 25 points, too, and Aaron Wiggins added 19 points off the bench. They shot 58% from the field as a group and 21-of-42 from behind the arc. Gilgeous-Alexander sat out due to left elbow bursitis, marking his first missed game of the season.
Kyle Filipowski led the Jazz with 21 points and 10 rebounds. Both Walter Clayton Jr. and Taylor Hendricks added 20 points off the bench. The Jazz fell to 8-15 after the loss, which marked their second straight loss by 30 points or more.
While it’s unclear what sparked the smoke on Sunday night, the arena staff has some time to figure it out. The Jazz have one game this week, against the Grizzlies in Memphis, and won’t be back at home until they host the Dallas Mavericks on Dec. 15.
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James Harden enters top 10 on NBA's all-time scoring list, passing Carmelo Anthony
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James Harden certainly has his detractors, but there are few players in NBA history more effective than the Los Angeles Clippers star at putting points on the board. He reached a major milestone there on Saturday.
In the third quarter of a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, the 36-year-old Harden passed Carmelo Anthony for 10th place on the NBA's all-time scoring list with 28,290 points. LeBron James (first) and Kevin Durant (eighth) are the only active players ahead of him.
Fittingly, given his style of play, Harden did it with a free throw.
James Harden has officially climbed into the NBA’s top 10 all-time scorers list 🔥
With his 21st point vs. Minnesota, Harden passed Carmelo Anthony for 10th all-time. pic.twitter.com/izMsT3F9xt
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) December 7, 2025
Harden finished the game with 34 points on 10-of-18 shooting, 6 assists, 5 rebounds, 4 steals and 4 turnovers. That big night wasn't enough to lift the struggling Clippers to a win, as the Timberwolves took the game 109-106.
L.A.'s record now sits at 6-18, second-worst in the Western Conference. Between the scandal around Kawhi Leonard and the dysfunction from the Chris Paul situation, it's hard to think of a worse start for a team that entered this season planning to contend.
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Harden has scored in droves ever since his trade to the Houston Rockets, who turned him into an analytics monster via a focus on generating 3-pointers and free-throw shots. It's an unwatchable style of play for many fans, and one that was emulated by many around the league, but it also turned him into an MVP and perennial All-Star
Fittingly, Harden is already second on the all-time 3-pointer list (behind only Stephen Curry) and fifth on the all-time free-throw list (Karl Malone, James, Moses Malone, Kobe Bryant). He's also 13th on the assist list — and fourth on the turnover list.
When trying to explain James Harden, you could do worse than just reeling off where he ranks in the above stats.
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Where could Harden end up on the list? Since leaving the Rockets, he's averaged 21.0 points per game and 68.5 games in four full seasons. If he were to average that pace for another three seasons, that would work out to 4,321 points, enough to get him past Michael Jordan for fifth place and within striking distance of Bryant for fourth.
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Karl Malone, 36,928
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Dirk Nowitzki, 31,560
Wilt Chamberlain, 31,419
Kevin Durant, 31,024
Shaquille O'Neal, 28,596
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Ten unanswered quarterback questions looming over the 2025 NFL playoff race (and beyond)
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There's just one month left in the regular season and when a season has no dominant team, it means a lot of questions are left to be answered. As with most things with the NFL, many of those questions revolve around the quarterbacks. We're not just curious about which quarterbacks may get their teams to the playoffs -- looking at you, Trevor Lawrence and Bryce Young. We're also wondering about quarterbacks who are struggling just to hang on to a job, or who are auditioning for their next one. Or who have just been a mystery this season. We may not get all the answers by the time the regular season wraps on Jan. 4, but these last five weeks will tell us plenty about what we'll see in the postseason and beyond.
1/ Can Jalen Hurts smooth over the Eagles' offensive issues in time to save their season? Despite their record, the Eagles offense has been in a season-long funk -- a largely absent running game, a failure to consistently involve their top playmakers, general lack of execution -- but the listless loss to the Bears on Black Friday, coming on the heels of blowing a 21-point lead to the Cowboys just five days earlier, had the feel of a developing emergency. The offense went three-and-out four times, another drive ended after two plays on an interception, another after four plays on a fumble. Hurts wasn't great Sunday -- he had a fumble on a tush push attempt, and the interception -- and he completed just eight of 16 pass attempts at the start of the fourth quarter. It's probably too late to hope that everything that has hampered the offense will be figured out this season, so it's going to be up to Hurts to play well enough to make up for all the other ills. If he does, the Eagles will be able to hold off the charging Cowboys. If he doesn't, the Eagles are going to hear more and more comparisons to their 2023 collapse and crash out of the playoffs.
2/ Is Lamar Jackson healthy enough to get the Ravens to the playoffs? Jackson missed games with a hamstring injury earlier in the season, but since he has returned, he has missed a day of practice in each of the least three weeks with three different lower body injuries. And he simply hasn't looked right, his mobility understandably impaired, and his accuracy nosediving. In the last four games, Jackson's completion percentage has been in the mid 50s. In the last three, he has not thrown a touchdown pass, and has been intercepted three times. The Ravens can beat quarterback-struggling teams like Minneapolis, Cleveland and the Jets without the best of Lamar. But they got blown out in Joe Burrow's return to the Bengals. The Ravens have a difficult schedule the rest of the way -- they face the Steelers twice, the Bengals, the Patriots and the Packers -- and they'll need something closer to normal Lamar-level play to get to the postseason.
3/ Can Shedeur Sanders show enough in his tryout to convince the Browns not to draft a quarterback in the spring? Sanders will get a third start this week, and there's an obvious path for him to keep the job the rest of the season. Sanders was fine Sunday in the Browns' loss to the 49ers -- he was 16-of-25 for 149 yards, a touchdown and no interceptions in windy conditions -- but the offense couldn't convert third-down opportunities and never got into the red zone. The Browns have two first-round draft picks in April, so they'll have the ability to get into position to draft a top quarterback if they want to. Sanders has these next few weeks to make it a difficult decision. Then there is the latest twist in the team's QB saga, with the team designating Deshaun Watson, whose disastrous play after being acquired at a massive cost helped sink Cleveland to the AFC cellar, to return from practice, though head coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday that getting Watson into games again is "really not my focus" at this time.
4/ Is any quarterback safe from Myles Garrett? Maybe only Sanders, since he's on Garrett's team. Everybody else is at risk from the league's best defensive player, who is in pursuit of the single-season sack record. Garrett has 19 sacks -- 15 in the last six games -- with five games to go. The record is 22.5, shared by Michael Strahan and T.J. Watt. Up next: Cam Ward, who has already been sacked a league-high 48 times this season.
5/ What becomes of Geno Smith in Las Vegas? This two-win season has been a debacle, already costing two Raiders coordinators their jobs and placing Pete Carroll on the hot seat. Smith was Carroll's handpicked quarterback, and the Seahawks gave him an extension that, theoretically, ties Smith to the Raiders through 2027, although the dead money would be manageable if the Raiders release Smith at the start of the next league year. Smith has thrown a league-leading 14 interceptions and been sacked 46 times. The Raiders have the second-worst scoring offense and in nine of their games have scored 20 or fewer points. At age 35, Smith was never going to be long-term solution, but he could be even more short-term than expected.
6/ Is there any way this isn't it for Aaron Rodgers? Earlier this season, when the Steelers were rolling, it was suggested Rodgers might decide not to retire after this season and the Steelers would want to keep him. Things have changed dramatically. The Steelers have lost five of their last seven games, have dropped out of first place in the AFC North, are currently outside of the AFC playoff field and on Sunday, could barely move the ball against the Bills. Rodgers' own performance has gone downhill in recent weeks -- his completion percentage in the last five weeks is under 60 percent -- has multiple fractures in his left wrist and is clearly frustrated with his pass catchers. And on Tuesday, he turned 42. Because every other AFC North team has its own issues, because the Steelers have also beaten teams like the Colts and Patriots and they still have both games against the Ravens ahead of them, they still have a very realistic shot to get into the playoffs. Even then, would Rodgers want to play on? And even if he does, would the Steelers consider running it back in 2026? Only a very dramatic turnaround on the field would seem to be enough to extend what was originally forged as a one-year experiment.
7/ Can Bo Nix be steady enough to make us confident the Broncos can go on a deep playoff run? The Broncos have so much going for them -- a Super Bowl-caliber defense, an experienced, winning head coach, and a belief in their ability to come from behind to win tight games. On Sunday night, they engineered their sixth game-winning drive in the fourth quarter or overtime of the season. Nix's inconsistency has been an issue throughout the season -- Sean Payton said a few weeks ago that his clock gets quick -- and it's probably something the Broncos would like to smooth out before they get into the playoffs. Nix has made wildly athletic plays -- check out some plays he kept alive Sunday night -- but he can also be inconsistent. He was not good in the fourth quarter against Washington as the Broncos tried to sustain drives to keep the Commanders from their own comeback attempt. On the other hand, Nix is cool in crunch time, and that is part of what has powered the Broncos into a race for the AFC’s No. 1 seed. On Sunday night, Payton said Nix is getting better and better, and the Broncos are operating better as a result. A bit more of that progress would go a long way to helping the Broncos go a long, long way in the postseason.
8/ Will Caleb Williams' completion percentage eventually be a problem? The Bears are 9-3 and currently the NFC’s top seed. And, weirdly, Williams' completion percentage is 58.1 percent, which is 40th in the league. Part of that is drops -- the Bears have dropped 18 of his passes already this season, compared to 20 in all of last season -- although according to Pro Football Reference, Williams' on-target throw percentage has also dropped from 72.4 to 67.3. Still, Williams is pushing the ball down the field more (his air yards per completed pass are up from 4.6 yards to 5.7 yards, per Next Gen Stats/. And, perhaps most importantly, he is not getting sacked anywhere near as much as he was last season -- 68 sacks to 19. Friday's victory over the Eagles came in wind and the Bears have the second-best rushing attack in the league. Still, Ben Johnson offered a blunt assessment of the passing game. "We're winning in spite of our passing game, not because of it. None of us are pleased with that right now." The Bears face a series of stout defenses in the next few weeks -- the Packers, Browns and Packers again -- and they will surely try to make Williams pass the Bears to victory.
9/ Can C.J. Stroud get back to form to push the Texans into the playoffs? We haven't yet seen the kind of explosiveness Stroud generated in 2023, but his return from a three-game absence with a concussion was promising for what it was. He was 22-of-35 passes for 276 yards and an interception, which came on a pass he sailed. Stroud said he was a little rusty. But he did what the Texans needed -- he mostly kept the chains moving, allowing the Texans to dominate the time of possession and being especially efficient on short passes (16-of-19 for 162 yards on short passes/, generating a huge road win over the Colts. The Texans defense is so good, they might not need the deeper passes that Stroud excelled at in his rookie season. If Stroud can knock off the rust while the Texans keep playing effective ball control games, the Texans could prevail in the AFC South.
10/ Can Jaxson Dart learn to protect himself? The Giants quarterback took a big hit and went flying near the sideline in the first quarter of Monday night's game. He was in bounds and trying to eke out an extra yard before he went out. It was an entirely legal hit -- the league has made clear it a quarterback is still in bounds and running, he will not be afforded special protection -- as was one earlier in the game by Harold Landry when Dart was forced to scramble as his pocket collapsed. Dart has already missed two games with a concussion and even if the Giants limit how often they call designed runs for Dart, he has to take steps to limit the contact he takes. Dart's running ability adds a dimension to the offense that it hasn't had before -- in five of his starts, he has rushed for at least 50 yards -- and it undoubtedly energizes the Giants offense. But like others before him -- Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen to name two -- Dart has to figure out the line between aggressive and reckless so he can stay on the field. After the game Monday night, Dart indicated he wouldn't have done anything different.
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Collier (knee) was designated to return from injured reserve and was limitedDL Walter Nolen (knee) DNPCB Max Melton (heel) DNPSIGNINGSRB Jermar Jefferson (practice squad)WR Bryson Green (practice squad)TE Pharaoh Brown (practice squad to active roster)Atlanta FalconsINJURIESWR Drake London (knee) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.DL Brandon Dorlus (groin) DNPDL David Onyemata (foot) DNPLB Josh Woods (hamstring) fullLB Malik Verdon (shoulder) fullS DeMarcco Hellams (hamstring) DNPBaltimore RavensINJURIESQB Lamar Jackson (ankle) was limited in Wednesday's practice.WR Rashod Bateman (ankle) fullWR Devontez Walker (groin) fullLB Tavius Robinson (foot) limitedCB Nate Wiggins (foot) limitedS Ar'Darius Washington (Achilles) limitedSIGNINGSTE Mark Andrews has agreed to terms on a three-year, $39.3 million contract extension that includes $26 million guaranteed, NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo reported. The team later announced the news.Buffalo BillsINJURIESWR Josh Palmer (knee/ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.TE Jackson Hawes (back) fullTE Dalton Kincaid (hamstring/knee) limitedOL Spencer Brown (shoulder) limitedOL Dion Dawkins (concussion) limitedDE Joey Bosa (hamstring) is considered week to week, head coach Sean McDermott told reporters.DT T.J. Sanders (wrist) fullLB Terrel Bernard (elbow) DNPLS Reid Ferguson (neck) fullWAIVERSCB Darius Slay was claimed off waivers from the Steelers, NFL Network Insider Tom Pelissero reported. The team later announced the move.ROSTER CUTSCB Ja'Marcus IngramChicago BearsINJURIESRB Kyle Monangai (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.WR Rome Odunze (foot) DNPDL Andrew Billings (concussion) fullDL Dominique Robinson (concussion) fullLB Ruben Hyppolite II (shoulder) DNPLB T.J. Edwards (hand/hamstring) limitedLB Noah Sewell (elbow) fullDB Tyrique Stevenson (hip) DNPDB Jaylon Johnson (groin) fullCincinnati BengalsINJURIESRB Tahj Brooks (concussion) was limited in Wednesday's practice.RB Chase Brown (calf) fullWR Jermaine Burton (ankle) fullWR Tee Higgins (concussion) limitedDE Trey Hendrickson (hip/pelvis) DNPDE Cameron Sample (oblique) fullLB Shaka Heyward (fibula) designated to return from injured reserve. 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Chandler was limited.RB Aaron Jones (shoulder) limitedOL Donovan Jackson (ankle) DNPLT Christian Darrisaw (knee) fullC Ryan Kelly (hip) limitedG Blake Brandel (concussion) limitedDL Levi Drake Rodriguez (neck) DNPDL Jalen Redmond (hip) limitedLB Jonathan Greenard (shoulder) limitedS Josh Metellus (shoulder) limitedS Theo Jackson (neck) limitedSIGNINGSWR Joaquin Davis (practice squad)New Orleans SaintsINJURIESRB Alvin Kamara (knee/ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.WR Chris Olave (back) DNPT Taliese Fuaga (ankle) DNPS Justin Reid (knee) DNPSIGNINGSWR Dante PettisG William Sherman (practice squad to active roster)New York JetsINJURIESDE Jermaine Johnson II (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.DE Will McDonald IV (ankle) limitedLB Cam Jones (hip) was designated to return from injured reserve. Jones was a full participant.LB Marcelino McCrary-Ball (hamstring) will be out for Sunday's game against the Dolphins, head coach Aaron Glenn told reporters. McCrary-Ball did not participate.CB Jarvis Brownlee Jr. (hip) will be out for Week 14, per Glenn.CB Qwan'tez Stiggers (concussion) DNPS Tony Adams (groin) DNPPittsburgh SteelersINJURIESQB Aaron Rodgers (left wrist) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.WR Ben Skowronek (shoulder) limitedOL Calvin Anderson (knee) limitedDT Derrick Harmon (knee) DNPLB Patrick Queen (glute) DNPLB T.J. Watt (toe) DNPCB Donte Kent had his 21-day practice window open. He was limited in Wednesday's practice.CB James Pierre (concussion) limitedSIGNINGSLB Kana'i Mauga (practice squad)Seattle SeahawksINJURIESQB Drew Lock (personal) was limited in Wednesday's practice.WR Cody White (abdomen) fullWR Dareke Young (quad) was designated to return to practice. Young was a full participant in practice.TE AJ Barner (knee/shoulder) limitedG Anthony Bradford (elbow) fullDT Jarran Reed (wrist/thumb) was designated to return to practice. Reed was a full participant in practice.DE Rylie Mills (knee) limitedS Julian Love (hamstring) was designated to return to practice. Love was limited in practice.S Ty Okada (oblique) limitedROSTER CUTSDT Johnathan HankinsTampa Bay BuccaneersINJURIESQB Baker Mayfield (left shoulder) was limited in Wednesday's practice.RB Bucky Irving (shoulder) limitedWR Mike Evans' 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve will be opened Wednesday, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reported. The team later announced the news. Evans has been out since Week 7 with a broken clavicle. Evans was limited in Wednesday's practice.WR Chris Godwin (fibula) limitedWR Jalen McMillan's 21-day practice window to return from injured reserve will be opened Wednesday, Rapoport reported. The team later announced the news. McMillan has been out with a neck injury since August. McMillan was limited in Wednesday's practice.OT Tristan Wirfs (oblique) DNPLB Haason Reddick (ankle) fullCB Benjamin Morrison (hamstring) fullS Rashad Wisdom (quad) fullTennessee TitansINJURIESWR Chimere Dike (quad) was limited in Wednesday's practice.C Lloyd Cushenberry (foot) did not participateDT Shy Tuttle (concussion) fullCB Jalyn Armour-Davis (Achilles) DN
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Monahan and Coyle lead Blue Jackets past Devils 5-3 to stop 4-game skid
NEWARK, N.J. -- — Sean Monahan scored twice and the Columbus Blue Jackets overcame an early two-goal deficit to beat the New Jersey Devils 5-3 on Monday night, snapping a four-game skid.
Charlie Coyle scored the go-ahead goal 6:40 into the third period and added two assists for the Blue Jackets, who were 0-1-3 in their previous four games. Miles Wood had a goal and an assist, and Denton Mateychuk also scored.
Elvis Merzlikins made 30 saves, and defenseman Zach Werenski had two assists.
Nico Hischier, Ondrej Palat and Timo Meier scored for the Devils, who opened a 2-0 lead 3:03 into the game. It was Meier's 10th goal of the season and fifth in the last six games.
Jesper Bratt had two assists for the second straight game, and Hischier had one to give him 12 points in the past six games. Jake Allen stopped 19 shots.
New Jersey (16-9-1) was handed its second consecutive loss in regulation at home after starting 9-0-1 at the Prudential Center this season. The Devils missed an opportunity to move ahead of Carolina for first place in the Metropolitan Division.
Columbus (12-9-5) improved to 5-5-2 in the past 12 games and climbed out of last place in the Metropolitan Division, one point ahead of the New York Rangers.
Monahan scored on a power-play wrist shot at 7:14 of the third, assisted by Isac Lundestrom, to put Columbus up 4-2.
The Blue Jackets won 62.3% of the faceoffs in the game.
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New York Giants rookie Abdul Carter knows he has a lot of growing up to do after his second benching of the season."I'm learning a lot in terms of just being a man, being in the NFL, just going through it," he said Tuesday ahead of the Giants' bye week. "I'm learning a lot and I'm glad I'm going through it so I can be better prepared in the future."Carter was benched for the first quarter of Monday’s loss to New England, the second time this season the No. 3 overall pick has been disciplined by the club. The club didn't announce the reason for the benching other than to say it was a coaching decision by Mike Kafka.Carter has taken criticism from his own teammates, with captain Dexter Lawrence calling him "hard-headed.""Just grow up, really," Lawrence said, noting the issues are "young stuff that can't happen."Carter was asked how he responds when a teammate calls him out."I take it. The guys who say that, those are guys I look up to, guys I respect," he said. "So, if they say something like that, I'm going to look at myself first, like 'alright, what am I doing? How can I get better?' and prove to them that I can earn their respect and go out and be who I'm supposed to be."On Tuesday, general manager Joe Schoen, who made Carter a top-three selection, defended the decision to bench the first-rounder, but also fought against the perception that it's becoming an issue for the rookie."Abdul is a young man that's 21 years old, that's smart and understands the magnitude of his actions and also understands what it means to be a pro," the GM said. "And these kids are 21 years old, and they're thrust into the spotlight in New York City and it's not always going to be perfect. People make mistakes. Nobody's perfect. Part of our job is to develop them as football players, but also as people and we will continue to do that with everybody in this organization."Carter said that how he responds on the field will be more important than the off-field discipline."I would say just what I do on the field after I've been through all this adversity, all the controversy," he said. "How do I respond? Do I shy away from it or do I accept the challenge and become better and improve, keep improving, and be the man I'm supposed to be?"If Carter does indeed become a force on the field, his rookie struggles will be a sidenote in his story. However, if things continue to spiral with Big Blue, it could be his defining moment. We've seen other first-rounders quickly wash out in New York.
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Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson knows the most vital test of his season awaits Sunday at Lambeau Field, in his first game in the historic rivalry with the Green Bay Packers.Johnson spent part of Tuesday buttering up his opponent."It might be the best defense we've seen all year," Johnson said, via the team's official transcript. "So, all hands on deck. It's going to take all three phases for us here this week."Certainly, by most counting stats, the Packers boast a better defense than anything the Bears have faced thus far. The only team close would be Philadelphia, whom the Bears bested, 24-15, a week ago.Micah Parsons has keyed a stiff Packers defense, which ranks fourth in yards allowed and sixth in points. Parsons had 2.5 sacks, four QB hits, three tackles for loss and 10 QB pressures in Week 13 at Detroit. He's the only player to have two games with 10+ pressures in 2025, per Next Gen Stats -- the rest of the NFL has three such games combined this season.Johnson, however, made sure to compliment the entirety of Jeff Hafley's defense."Personnel-wise, they're pretty loaded across the board," Johnson said. "You've got multiple guys up front that you have to be aware of. Starting with Micah doing a great job moving around, so it's hard to get a beat for where he's going to be. (Packers DL) Rashan Gary's still playing at a high level, and then they've got a lot of depth up there too. But you can tell they're really well coached."They do a great job shedding blocks on their front line with the linebackers. Lot of respect for (Packers LB) Quay Walker, he has been doing it at a high level now for a number of years. And (Packers LB Edgerrin) Cooper, I don't think that he was healthy when I was calling games last year against them, but he shows up all over the tape. He's flying around. They are matchup issues for your backs and pass pro. You can tell they bring it. Fast players sideline to sideline."And then, I think the safeties are probably the two best safeties that we've seen all year long. They're extremely active in the run game. They're all over the field and so we've got a tall task here at hand."And then when you combine it with the scheme, I think Hafley does a great job of making it simple for them. And yet, to the offense, it can seem fairly complex, and those guys just go out and they play really fast and that's what shows up all over the tape."The Green Bay defense has allowed 18.8 points per game but has been even better in its losses. The Packers have allowed 13.0 PPG in losses, the fewest in the NFL (tied with the 2000 Ravens for fewest PPG allowed in losses in the last 40 seasons).Hafley's crew has also been stingy against division opponents. In three games (two against Detroit, one versus Minnesota), the Packers have allowed 14.3 PPG, second-fewest in the NFL.Pressure will be the key for both sides: Can Green Bay disrupt Caleb Williams or will the Bears' offensive line hold Parsons at bay?The Packers defense has a 35.9 QB pressure rate in 2025, ninth-highest in the NFL. Williams has a 41.8 completion percentage under pressure in 2025, fifth-lowest in the league.Williams under pressure: 41.8 comp pct, 4.9 yds/att, 2 TD, 2 INT, 56.0 passer rating.Williams with no pressure: 64.3 comp pct, 7.6 yds/att, 15 TD, 3 INT, 100.5 passer rating.Given the struggles of the Bears' passing attack, expect Johnson to saddle up running backs D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai once again. Green Bay has allowed 98.3 rush yards per game (eighth-fewest), but the loss of defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt to a season-ending injury means the middle is a potential soft spot for the Green Bay defense.Sunday will mark the 211th Bears-Packers matchup, including playoffs, most in NFL history. The Packers hold the all-time series lead 108-96-6.
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GM Joe Schoen on being held accountable for Giants' struggles as fired HC Brian Daboll was: 'My hand's in it just like Brian's' Published: Dec 02, 2025 at 04:33 PM Author Image Around the NFL Staff NFL.com The New York Giants sit at 2-11 following Monday's lopsided loss to the New England Patriots, eliminated from the playoffs for a third consecutive season and currently led by an interim head coach. General manager Joe Schoen on Tuesday faced the heat from a contentious New York media, answering questions on the roster he assembled this season and why he should be in charge next season. "I understand the frustrations of the fans, the ownership, people inside the building, and nobody's more frustrated than myself," Schoen said during his new conference preceding New York's bye week. "It starts with me, and I'm tasked with trying to get this organization going back in the proper direction, and the standard is to compete for championships year in, year out. That's the plan moving forward. So, we're going to look at everything -- free agency, draft, coaching, finishing, execution on the field; whatever it may be -- we're going to look at all avenues in order to get this franchise back to where it belongs." Schoen joined New York during the 2022 offseason and the Giants saw early success under him and former head coach Brian Daboll, winning a playoff game in their first season at the helm. Since then, however, the franchise has cratered and is sitting at a third consecutive season of at least 11 losses. Related Links Giants QB Jaxson Dart won't change playing style: Big hits 'just part of the game' 2026 NFL Draft order and updated needs for every team NFL Power Rankings, Week 14: Bears reach new heights, while Lions fall out of top 10 That futility cost Daboll his job on Nov. 11. In announcing the decision to part ways with Daboll, the Giants said that Schoen would remain in his position and will lead the search for a new head coach. Assistant Mike Kafka took over interim HC duties after Daboll's firing, and Schoen told reporters on Tuesday that Kafka is "getting a real look right now" at getting the role full-time. "My focus right now is on supporting Kafka as we go forward and we'll evaluate all aspects of the football operation as we go forward," Schoen said. "Has it been perfect? No, but I'm very confident in my staff, in myself, and our ability to get this franchise back to where it needs to go." Schoen was asked on Tuesday why Daboll was held accountable but he seemingly has not. "My hand's in it just like Brian's. Ownership made a decision to move on and, again, I'm going to control what I can control and that's support (interim HC Mike) Kafka moving forward," Schoen said. "I wish Dabs nothing but the best, and we're going to do everything we can to get this franchise back to where it should be." Schoen appeared to have entered a make-or-break offseason this past winter after the Giants went 3-14 in 2024. When told that the franchise is in the same position now as it was a year ago, Schoen pointed to a young nucleus of talent that should provide reason for optimism. The Giants appear to have hit on a potential franchise QB after trading back into the first round to select Jaxson Dart, and rookie running back Cam Skattebo was a brief sensation out of the backfield before he suffered a season-ending injury. Wide receiver Malik Nabers had a standout rookie season in 2024 before a knee injury ended his sophomore season in September. "We do have a good, young quarterback that's on a rookie contract for the next four years," Schoen said. "That's when it gets fun -- when you're building around a young quarterback, you have a good nucleus, you have a good left tackle, you have a wide receiver that had a historic year in his rookie season, you got a good running back room, you got good pass rushers. There are pieces in place, and I do understand the question. I do have confidence in our ability and our process to find the next coach to lead the organization." One of those supposed building blocks -- No. 3 overall pick Abdul Carter -- has had a disappointing rookie campaign, marred by multiple disciplinary issues. Carter was benched for the first quarter of Monday's loss, which marked his second benching to begin a game in three weeks. Schoen defended Carter on Tuesday, while supporting Kafka in how he disciplines players. "(Carter's) smart and understands the magnitude of his actions and also understands what it means to be a pro," Schoen said. "These kids are 21 years old and they're thrust in the spotlight in New York City. It's not always going to be perfect." Dart has also faced questions about his style of play after he missed two games due to a concussion and endured a number of big hits when he returned to action on Monday. "What makes these players great is their toughness, their competitiveness, their desire to win," Schoen said. "You appreciate that about Jaxson, but you also have to be available and try not to take the unnecessary hits. I would say last night was probably unnecessary, probably could have gotten out of bounds and it's third-and-1. Instead, we get a penalty, and he takes a shot and now it's third-and-16. There's a fine line, and what makes Jaxson great is his competitiveness, his desire to win and that's the way he's wired. So, you try and find a fine line between playing smart but also not taking away what makes him great."
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Joe Burrow clarifies that 'fun' comments weren't aimed at Bengals following shutout loss to Ravens
Published: Dec 15, 2025 at 07:18 AM
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Joe Burrow said he wasn't having much fun playing football before getting shut out by the Baltimore Ravens at home. The football life hasn't given much to smile about this season in Cincy, as the Bengals were officially eliminated from the postseason following a 24-0 home beatdown to their AFC North rivals.
Burrow said his comments last week, in which he soberly said, "If I want to keep doing this, I have to have fun doing it," weren't aimed at the organization.
"My comments had nothing to do with Cincinnati," Burrow said after the game, via ESPN. "My comments had everything to do with me and my mindset and football."
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Burrow certainly didn't look like he was having much fun on Sunday, on a bitterly cold day in Cincinnati. The star QB completed 25 of 39 passes for 225 yards with zero touchdowns and two interceptions for a 58.2 passer rating, the second-lowest passer rating in his career. Both of Burrow's INTs came with the Bengals inside the Ravens' 30-yard line, including a pick-six that ended any threat from the home team.
After Burrow said he played close to perfect in last week's loss to Buffalo, he put up one of the most dismal outings of his career against Baltimore.
"I think this is one of the worst games that I've played," Burrow said. "I'm honest with myself and my play, and I hold myself to a high standard, and today didn't come close."
The last time a Burrow-led team was shut out: 2018 at LSU versus Alabama.
The offense as a whole was disjointed, but Burrow, who took three sacks, wanted to shoulder much of the blame.
"Bad football teams do losing things," Burrow said, "and if you're wanting to compete for championships and be in the playoffs, then No. 1, your quarterback has to play better than I did today."
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Mike Tomlin shares frustration of fans with Steelers at 6-6: 'I don't like it' Published: Dec 02, 2025 at 02:43 PM Author Image Associated Press PITTSBURGH -- Mike Tomlin isn't immune to the chorus of boos that chased the Pittsburgh Steelers to the locker room after a blowout loss to Buffalo on Sunday. If anything, the longest-tenured coach in the NFL felt the same way after watching his team get pushed around while losing for the fifth time in seven games. "In general, I agree with them, from this perspective: Football is our game, we're in a sport entertainment business," Tomlin said Tuesday. "And so if you root for the Steelers, entertaining them is winning. And so when you're not winning, it's not entertaining." And it hasn't been entertaining lately for Pittsburgh, which has looked like a first-place team only in the standings for the better part of the past two months. The angst inside Acrisure Stadium boiled over in the fourth quarter, when the crowd booed as the song "Renegade" by Styx -- long a late-game staple designed to fire up the defense -- began to play. "If you've been in this business, you understand that, and so I respect it," Tomlin said. "I share frustrations, I understand what makes this thing go, and winning is what makes this thing go." Tomlin wasn't the only one on the Steelers sideline whose frustrations bubbled over as the Bills piled up 249 yards rushing and held the ball for nearly 42 minutes. Related Links NFL Power Rankings, Week 14: Bears reach new heights, while Lions fall out of top 10 NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 14 of the 2025 season 2025 NFL playoffs: Reason for hope for seven bubble teams entering Week 14 Longtime defensive captain Cameron Heyward drew a flag for taunting Bills quarterback Josh Allen after a third-quarter touchdown pass to Keon Coleman put Buffalo up 16-7, though Heyward later said he was responding to an incident earlier in the game in which Heyward claimed Allen intentionally kneed him in the groin. Pittsburgh backup defensive lineman Esezi Otomewo drew an unnecessary roughness call in the final minutes to help extend a game-sealing drive. "I own the responsibility of making sure that these guys understand a component of being a tough team to beat is not beating ourselves," Tomlin said. "We had some penalties and certainly you're gonna have penalties when you play. But penalties of the 15-yard variety, loss of composure and things of that nature hadn't been us. And so that needs to be corrected immediately." It does if the Steelers want to have any chance of breaking out of a swoon that has robbed them of the good vibes produced during a 4-1 start. Three of Pittsburgh's past five losses have been by at least 10 points, all three to teams with designs on the playoffs themselves. Tomlin remains bullish on his team's prospects even with not much to go on of late. "Certainly our last performance wasn't up to snuff, but I don't know that it lessens our belief in self or our ability to deliver individually and collectively moving forward," he said. Asked if he feels his team has an identity three months into the season, Tomlin laughed. "Yeah, 6-6, and I don't like it," he said. Pittsburgh is 6-11 in its past 17 games going back to the end of last season, when a 10-3 start morphed into a free fall punctuated by a lopsided defeat in Baltimore in the opening round of the playoffs. While Tomlin likes to point out that one season does not necessarily correlate to the next, the issues that troubled the Steelers down the stretch in 2024 -- namely, an inability to stop the run -- have continued deep into 2025. Pittsburgh drafted defensive lineman Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black and brought in Daniel Ekuale to join a group that includes Heyward, Keeanu Benton and Dean Lowry. Lowry was injured in training camp, Ekuale was lost for the season in a loss to Green Bay in October and Harmon has been forced to sit twice because of knee problems. "You can't run out of bigs," Tomlin said. "If you run out of bigs in AFC North ball, you're running on the beach, certainly." The Steelers are a middling 17th against the run this season, and now face a Ravens team that smashed them for 299 yards on the ground the most recent time the rivals met 11 months ago. "Certainly at different times in this journey, I felt really good about (our physicality)," Tomlin said. "And so I think that could describe a lot of conversations, as I mentioned earlier when you're sitting at 6-6. For us it's about absorbing that and understanding that and plotting a course to move forward."
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Mike Tomlin shares frustration of fans with Steelers at 6-6: 'I don't like it' Published: Dec 02, 2025 at 02:43 PM Author Image Associated Press PITTSBURGH -- Mike Tomlin isn't immune to the chorus of boos that chased the Pittsburgh Steelers to the locker room after a blowout loss to Buffalo on Sunday. If anything, the longest-tenured coach in the NFL felt the same way after watching his team get pushed around while losing for the fifth time in seven games. "In general, I agree with them, from this perspective: Football is our game, we're in a sport entertainment business," Tomlin said Tuesday. "And so if you root for the Steelers, entertaining them is winning. And so when you're not winning, it's not entertaining." And it hasn't been entertaining lately for Pittsburgh, which has looked like a first-place team only in the standings for the better part of the past two months. The angst inside Acrisure Stadium boiled over in the fourth quarter, when the crowd booed as the song "Renegade" by Styx -- long a late-game staple designed to fire up the defense -- began to play. "If you've been in this business, you understand that, and so I respect it," Tomlin said. "I share frustrations, I understand what makes this thing go, and winning is what makes this thing go." Tomlin wasn't the only one on the Steelers sideline whose frustrations bubbled over as the Bills piled up 249 yards rushing and held the ball for nearly 42 minutes. Related Links NFL Power Rankings, Week 14: Bears reach new heights, while Lions fall out of top 10 NFL playoff picture: Postseason probabilities entering Week 14 of the 2025 season 2025 NFL playoffs: Reason for hope for seven bubble teams entering Week 14 Longtime defensive captain Cameron Heyward drew a flag for taunting Bills quarterback Josh Allen after a third-quarter touchdown pass to Keon Coleman put Buffalo up 16-7, though Heyward later said he was responding to an incident earlier in the game in which Heyward claimed Allen intentionally kneed him in the groin. Pittsburgh backup defensive lineman Esezi Otomewo drew an unnecessary roughness call in the final minutes to help extend a game-sealing drive. "I own the responsibility of making sure that these guys understand a component of being a tough team to beat is not beating ourselves," Tomlin said. "We had some penalties and certainly you're gonna have penalties when you play. But penalties of the 15-yard variety, loss of composure and things of that nature hadn't been us. And so that needs to be corrected immediately." It does if the Steelers want to have any chance of breaking out of a swoon that has robbed them of the good vibes produced during a 4-1 start. Three of Pittsburgh's past five losses have been by at least 10 points, all three to teams with designs on the playoffs themselves. Tomlin remains bullish on his team's prospects even with not much to go on of late. "Certainly our last performance wasn't up to snuff, but I don't know that it lessens our belief in self or our ability to deliver individually and collectively moving forward," he said. Asked if he feels his team has an identity three months into the season, Tomlin laughed. "Yeah, 6-6, and I don't like it," he said. Pittsburgh is 6-11 in its past 17 games going back to the end of last season, when a 10-3 start morphed into a free fall punctuated by a lopsided defeat in Baltimore in the opening round of the playoffs. While Tomlin likes to point out that one season does not necessarily correlate to the next, the issues that troubled the Steelers down the stretch in 2024 -- namely, an inability to stop the run -- have continued deep into 2025. Pittsburgh drafted defensive lineman Derrick Harmon and Yahya Black and brought in Daniel Ekuale to join a group that includes Heyward, Keeanu Benton and Dean Lowry. Lowry was injured in training camp, Ekuale was lost for the season in a loss to Green Bay in October and Harmon has been forced to sit twice because of knee problems. "You can't run out of bigs," Tomlin said. "If you run out of bigs in AFC North ball, you're running on the beach, certainly." The Steelers are a middling 17th against the run this season, and now face a Ravens team that smashed them for 299 yards on the ground the most recent time the rivals met 11 months ago. "Certainly at different times in this journey, I felt really good about (our physicality)," Tomlin said. "And so I think that could describe a lot of conversations, as I mentioned earlier when you're sitting at 6-6. For us it's about absorbing that and understanding that and plotting a course to move forward."
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