If you love that nail‑biting feeling when a tournament gets down to eight teams, you’re in the right place. Our quarter-finals tag pulls together every hot match, score and story so you don’t have to hunt across the site.
From the African Nations Championship to club competitions, this week’s football quarter-finals delivered drama on every corner. South Africa held Algeria to a 1‑1 draw in CHAN Group C, shaking up the standings and forcing both sides into must‑win finales. Over in Europe, Barcelona turned Real Sociedad’s red card into a 4‑0 thrashing at Camp Nou – a reminder that a numerical edge can change everything.
Fans of English football saw Chelsea edge Manchester United 1‑0 thanks to Marc Cucurella’s header, reviving their Champions League hopes while United stumbled in the Premier League race. Meanwhile, Derby County and Luton Town clashed in a tense EFL Championship battle that ended 1‑0 for Luton – a game worth replaying if you missed the live action.
On the clay courts of Monte Carlo, Carlos Alcaraz survived a first‑set loss to beat Arthur Fils and move into the semifinals. The match showed why Alcaraz is a future Grand Slam star – smart shot selection, relentless energy, and a calm mind under pressure.
Across the Atlantic, the NBA playoffs heated up as Donovan Mitchell exploded for 43 points in Game 3, giving the Cleveland Cavaliers a crucial series lead over the Indiana Pacers. That performance reminded everyone why Mitchell is one of the league’s most explosive scorers.
If you follow basketball off the court, Utah Jazz took a gamble on rookie Ace Bailey despite draft drama – a move that could pay off big if he adapts quickly to NBA speed.
Beyond the games, we’ve got news that affects every fan. Air Tanzania launched direct Dar es Salaam‑Johannesburg flights, boosting travel for supporters heading to South African stadiums. And in tech, the leaked iPhone 17 Pro design is sparking conversations about future camera setups – a fun side note for gadget lovers watching the quarter‑final buzz.
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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.
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