Tag: football

Lebanon stunned defending champions Tajikistan 1-0, reaching their first-ever Merdeka Tournament final. Jihad Ayoub scored early, while Lebanon's defense held off Tajikistan's attacks. The win puts Lebanon on the brink of a major football milestone as they prepare to face either Malaysia or the Philippines.

Manchester United is set to play against Leicester City at Old Trafford in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. Scheduled for the week commencing 28 October, this marks their first meeting since February 2023. Manchester United reached this stage with a dominant 7-0 win over Barnsley, spearheaded by goals from Rashford, Garnacho, Eriksen, and Antony.

Tottenham Hotspur is gearing up to face Brentford in a Premier League clash on September 21, 2024. Despite promising possession stats, Spurs have struggled with scoring, making this match crucial as they aim to bounce back after a shaky start. Brentford, with a mixed bag of results, will look to challenge Tottenham’s defense, particularly with key players sidelined.

Chelsea is set to face Servette in the Europa Conference League play-off tie on August 29, 2024. The decisive match will kick off at 7:30 PM BST at the Stade de Geneve in Switzerland. After a mixed start to the season, Chelsea aims to secure their place in the group stage, with odds favoring them.

Aston Villa secured an exhilarating 3-2 victory over Athletic Bilbao in a pre-season friendly. An early goal from Ollie Watkins put Villa ahead, with Bilbao equalizing through Iñaki Williams. Nicolás Pérez and Mikel Vesga exchanged second-half goals before Jaden Philogene-Bidace sealed the win. The match showcased strong performances and readiness for the upcoming season.

In a thrilling preseason friendly, Barcelona overcame AC Milan with a 3-2 victory. The match on August 7, 2024, highlighted both teams' strengths and areas for improvement. Goals from Raphinha, Lewandowski, and Gavi led Barcelona to success despite AC Milan's resilient efforts.

Liverpool will play against Real Betis in a preseason friendly at Heinz Field, Pennsylvania. The game is set to kick off on July 26, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. local time. Broadcast will be available on ESPN Deportes and streaming through ESPN+ and Fubo. Liverpool's new manager Arne Slot will make his debut in this match.

Bayern Munich's disappointing season concluded with a 4-2 loss to Hoffenheim, highlighting defensive inconsistencies and missed opportunities. Despite early goals, Bayern's performance underscored the mediocrity of their season. Notably, Alphonso Davies showed improvement, though questions about his timing persist. The defeat ensures Bayern's third-place finish in the league.

Borussia Dortmund witnessed an emotional moment as Marco Reus scored a significant goal in a match against Augsburg. This came shortly after Reus announced his departure from Dortmund by the end of the 2023/24 season, marking the end of his long tenure.