KL, Kedah fail to get winning start in AFC Cup
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia Cup champions Kuala Lumpur had their backs covered but wished they could be sharper upfront after the 0-0 draw with PSM Makassar in their AFC Cup Group …
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Southern Tigers maul Giants to hand Mora perfect gift
PETALING JAYA: Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) coach Benjamin Mora was treated to a birthday ‘’kick’’ that he can savour for weeks as the Mexican turned 43 yesterday. Read full story …
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Soccer-Netherlands boss Parsons singles out England as Euros favourites
(Reuters) – Netherlands manager Mark Parsons said England are favourites to win the Women’s European Championship because of the depth of their squad, the strength of the Women’s Super League …
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Soccer-Bale finalising deal to join MLS side Los Angeles FC – report
(Reuters) – Wales forward Gareth Bale is finalising a deal to join Major League Soccer (MLS) side Los Angeles FC following his departure from LaLiga champions Real Madrid, a report …
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Soccer-Bournemouth sign midfielder Rothwell on free transfer from Blackburn
(Reuters) – Bournemouth have signed midfielder Joe Rothwell from Blackburn Rovers on a four-year deal on a free transfer, the newly-promoted Premier League club announced on Saturday. Read full story …
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Soccer-Awoniyi joins Forest in club record move from Union Berlin
(Reuters) – Nottingham Forest have signed Nigeria forward Taiwo Awoniyi from Bundesliga side Union Berlin on a five-year contract, the newly-promoted Premier League club said on Saturday. Read full story …
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Soccer-England get Euros tonic with big win over Netherlands
LEEDS, England (Reuters) – A dominant second half display from hosts England secured a thumping 5-1 victory over the Netherlands in a Women’s Euro 2022 warm-up match at Elland Road …
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Former soccer star Carlos Tevez debuts as coach in Rosario Central loss
BUENOS AIRES (Reuters) – Former Argentine soccer star Carlos Tevez began his coaching career on Friday with a 1-0 defeat at home to Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata. Read full …
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Soccer-Scotland close in on Women's World Cup playoff spot with 4-0 Ukraine win
RZESZOW, Poland (Reuters) – Scotland beat Ukraine 4-0 in their 2023 Women’s World Cup qualifier on Friday, taking a big step towards sealing a playoff spot in what was the …
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Soccer-Rooney steps down as Derby County boss
(Reuters) – Former Manchester United forward Wayne Rooney has stepped down as manager of Derby County, the League One club said on Friday, ending a turbulent 17-month spell during which …
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Soccer-Williams to become first Matildas goalkeeper with 100 caps
(Reuters) – Australia’s Lydia Williams is poised to make her 100th international appearance and become the country’s first female goalkeeper to reach the mark when the Matildas face Spain in …
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Swiss appeals court convicts ex-FIFA official Valcke of bribery
ZURICH (Reuters) – A Swiss appeals court found former FIFA Secretary General Jerome Valcke guilty of forging documents and accepting bribes in a case involving World Cup media rights, it …
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Soccer-FIFA tells Indian FA to hold elections by Sept. 15 to avoid ban
MUMBAI (Reuters) – World governing body FIFA has told India’s football association to complete changes to its constitution and elect new office bearers by Sept. 15 to avoid being banned, …
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Soccer-Real Madrid to begin LaLiga title defence at Almeria
MADRID (Reuters) – Real Madrid will begin the defence of their Spanish league title away to Almeria on Aug. 14 and Barcelona host Rayo Vallecano the same weekend, LaLiga said …
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KL’s Hodak wants his men to go all out in AFC Cup
PETALING JAYA: Kuala Lumpur coach Bojan Hodak wants his players to start firing on all cylinders when they take on PSM Makassar in the opening match of the AFC Cup …
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Soccer-FIFA increases squad limit to 26 for World Cup
(Reuters) – Teams will be able to select up to 26 players for this year’s World Cup after global soccer’s governing body FIFA increased the maximum squad limit by three …
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Soccer-Newcastle sign keeper Pope from Burnley
(Reuters) – Newcastle United have completed the signing of goalkeeper Nick Pope from Championship side Burnley on a four-year contract, the Premier League club said on Thursday. Read full story …
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Soccer-Sheffield United duo charged by police over playoff disorder
(Reuters) – Sheffield United duo Rhian Brewster and Oli McBurnie were charged with assault by Nottinghamshire Police on Thursday following the disorder that marred their Championship playoff semi-final at Nottingham …
Read More Malaysia jump seven rungs, now 147th in FIFA world rankings
KUALA LUMPUR: The success of Harimau Malaya in qualifying for the 2023 Asian Cup on merit has aided Malaysia to soar seven rungs to 147th in the latest Federation International …
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Soccer-Bundesliga player of the season Nkunku signs Leipzig contract extension
BERLIN (Reuters) – Bundesliga player of the season Christopher Nkunku signed a contract extension with RB Leipzig through to 2026 on Thursday, ending months of speculation about a possible departure. …
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