Giovani Lo Celso punished a defensive pause to give Real Betis a 1-0 win over Alavés at La Cartuja. Betis controlled the first half, then held firm as Alavés pressed late. Pau López kept a clean sheet, while bookings and late substitutions shaped a tense finish. Betis move to four points from two games; Alavés suffer their first loss of the season.
Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger's exit from ECOWAS is shaking up West African unity, pushing the region to rethink security and economic ties. Neighboring countries and global partners are scrambling to adjust strategies, aiming for practical cooperation despite fractured institutions.
South Africa battled back to earn a 1-1 draw with Algeria in their long-awaited return to CHAN action, halting Algeria's perfect run and shaking up Group C. Both teams now turn to crucial final matches with everything still at stake.
Barcelona delivered a statement performance at Spotify Camp Nou, cruising to a 4-0 win over Real Sociedad after the visitors saw red early on. The numerical advantage allowed Barça’s attack to shine as they reclaimed first place in the La Liga standings and underlined their dominance in recent clashes between the two sides.
Brentford's pre-season training is facing disruption after Yoane Wissa's unexpected departure. With team dynamics shifting and speculation rising among fans, attention turns to how the club will adapt on and off the pitch amid further transfer and injury news.
Bryan Mbeumo has sealed a high-profile transfer to Manchester United for £65 million, turning down Tottenham and Newcastle. Former Brentford boss Thomas Frank, now at Spurs, publicly backed Mbeumo's decision and praised his talent. United fans and players are excited by the signing, which strengthens their attacking lineup ahead of the new season.
Carlos Alcaraz swept aside British hope Cameron Norrie in straight sets to secure a semi-final spot at Wimbledon, pushing his win streak to 23 matches. Norrie struggled to match Alcaraz's pace, with the Spaniard maintaining exceptional serving stats. Alcaraz now faces Taylor Fritz, with an eye on joining tennis legends in the record books.
Fluminense booked a spot in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals after beating Al Hilal 2-1, thanks to goals from Martinelli and Hércules. Managed by Renato Gaucho, the underdog Brazilian team has battled past Inter Milan and Borussia Dortmund. Next, they face Chelsea in New Jersey on July 8.
Ace Bailey was reportedly advised against joining certain top-five NBA teams, but the Utah Jazz drafted him anyway. Despite pre-draft drama and rumors of resistance, Bailey is set to report to Utah and prepare for summer league action.
Air Tanzania is ramping up its African presence by starting four weekly direct flights between Dar es Salaam and Johannesburg in late 2024. The move adds 3,000 monthly seats, pushing competition and making travel smoother between Tanzania and South Africa. This expansion aims to fuel trade, tourism, and regional influence.
Chelsea edged past Manchester United 1-0 with Marc Cucurella's crucial header, shaking up the Premier League top-four race. United remain winless in eight matches, missing a key goal and facing VAR drama, while Chelsea's Champions League hopes are reignited just before United's Europa League final showdown.
The Cleveland Cavaliers cut their series deficit to 2-1 with a commanding 126-104 win over the Indiana Pacers, powered by Donovan Mitchell's explosive 43-point performance and a focus on rebounding and possession control.
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