Chelsea avoided becoming the first English club to fall against Qarabag after substitute Alejandro Garnacho rescued a 2-2 draw in Azerbaijan. The visiting side trailed at halftime despite taking an early advantage through 18-year-old Estevao Willian, who connected with Brazilian teammates Joao Pedro and Andrey Santos before firing past the goalkeeper during the 16th minute. Leandro Andrade leveled for the hosts by converting a rebound volley, then Marko Jankovic converted from the penalty spot after Jorrel Hato handled a cross. Manager Enzo Maresca responded by introducing three substitutes at the break, and Garnacho equalized seven minutes into the second period by exploiting a defensive error from Kevin Medina.
The result prevented a...
Manchester City defeated Borussia Dortmund 4-1 as Phil Foden and Erling Haaland delivered standout performances during Champions League action on Wednesday. The victory lifted Pep Guardiola's squad into fourth place in the league phase standings, with the top eight advancing directly to the round of 16. City remain without a loss through four matches in the competition.
Foden opened the scoring during the 22nd minute by placing a low shot into the corner after Dortmund's defense gave him space outside the penalty area. The England international recorded his first Champions League goal in 12 months. Haaland extended the lead seven minutes later by finishing Jeremy Doku's pass, marking his fifth straight European goal across three...
Barcelona salvaged a 3-3 draw against Club Brugge after trailing three separate times during their Champions League encounter, with Lamine Yamal delivering a brilliant equalizer before the Belgian side nearly stole victory in stoppage time. Romeo Vermant appeared to score the winner after dispossessing goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny, but video review ruled the goal out for a foul.
Club Brugge struck first during the sixth minute when Nicolo Tresoldi converted Carlos Forbs' pass across the box. Ferran Torres responded almost immediately by finishing Fermin Lopez's delivery. Forbs restored the Belgian advantage by slotting home after Christos Tzolis set him up. Barcelona rattled the frame three times through shots from Fermin Lopez, Jules...
Newcastle United climbed past Real Madrid into sixth position in the Champions League standings after defeating Athletic Club through two headed goals from Dan Burn and Joelinton at St James' Park. The triumph marked the third consecutive European victory for Eddie Howe's squad, their longest such streak since 2007.
Burn broke the deadlock during the 11th minute when he powered Kieran Trippier's free-kick delivery off the post and into the net. Athletic Club responded with threatening chances as Adama Boiro hit the frame and Nick Pope made a sharp stop against Unai Gomez. Newcastle lost Anthony Gordon during the match because of a hip problem but extended their advantage after halftime when Harvey Barnes worked space before lifting a...
Ghana's Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams told lawmakers that electronic ticketing will replace manual systems at National Sports Authority venues to address persistent financial irregularities. The minister testified before Parliament's Public Accounts Committee on Tuesday, October 4, explaining that current practices allow unauthorized ticket sales that create major gaps between attendance figures and actual revenue collected.
Adams pointed to the manual ticketing process as a primary source of fraud, noting that counterfeit passes often circulate at stadiums while legitimate income disappears. The Buem MP said improved network infrastructure will support digital ticketing across sports facilities nationwide, bringing greater...
Ghana's Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren views the upcoming match against European champions England as an essential preparation opportunity before next year's Women's Africa Cup of Nations. The historic fixture will take place at St. Mary's Stadium in Southampton on December 2, 2025, representing the first senior women's international between these nations.
The Swedish manager told Joy Sports that England ranks among the top four women's teams globally alongside Spain, France, and the United States. Björkegren emphasized that facing such elite opposition provides valuable experience for his squad. He noted that England continues to develop as a force capable of winning the World Cup in Brazil, and their decision to schedule...
Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Mohamed Camara will represent Guinea during two international friendly matches against Togo and Niger scheduled for Casablanca. The 25-year-old shot-stopper has delivered consistent performances for the Porcupine Warriors throughout the current campaign and helped secure the MTN FA Cup title during the previous season.
Camara played a vital role as Kotoko captured both the Champion of Champions trophy and the Toyota Cup in South Africa, where they defeated Kaizer Chiefs through a penalty shootout. However, the Kumasi-based club experienced disappointment in the CAF Confederation Cup competition, suffering elimination during the second preliminary round following a 6-2 combined loss to Wydad Athletic Club. The...
Bechem United has hired Kobina Amissah as head coach after dismissing Stephen Desmond-Issah Botchway due to poor results this season. The Hunters sit in 16th place with only one win from eight matches in the 2025-26 Ghana Premier League campaign. The club announced that the experienced manager will take charge immediately to reverse their fortunes.
Amissah arrives with an impressive track record of developing clubs across Ghana. He has managed Home Stars, Bibiani Gold Stars, Samartex, Nzema Kotoko, Elmina Sharks, Berekum Chelsea, Sekondi Hasaacas and New Edubiase United during his career. The new coach has earned particular recognition for his ability to guide teams from Division One into the top flight, having achieved promotion with...
Cristiano Ronaldo believes Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim faces an impossible task in turning around the struggling club, telling interviewer Piers Morgan that the Portuguese coach cannot work miracles. The 40-year-old Al-Nassr forward, who departed Old Trafford in November 2022 after his contract was terminated, said the team remains close to his heart but acknowledged the organization is heading in the wrong direction. Ronaldo expressed skepticism about quick fixes despite Amorim replacing Erik ten Hag last November, noting that while United possesses talented players, some fail to grasp what representing the club truly means.
United finished 15th last season, their poorest Premier League campaign since relegation from the...
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