Alvarez helps Man City sweep past Red Star
MANCHESTER: Holders Manchester City recovered from falling a goal behind to outclass Red Star Belgrade 3-1 in their Group G opener with Julian Alvarez scoring twice at The Etihad on Tuesday (Sep 19).
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Ronaldinho To Visit Kolkata During Durga Puja
Retired Brazilian legend Ronaldinho is set to visit Kolkata during the auspicious occasion of Durga Puja next month. An official privy to the development said that Ronaldinho is likely to visit the city between October 15-19 but the final date will be ascertained following the confirmation date of Barca Legends match at Congo. According to the official, Ronaldinho, who will be visiting Kolkata for the first time, is expected to feature in a short charity match, besides visiting a football clinic and a Durga Puja pandal. He will also inaugurate a statue of Argentine FIFA World Cup winner Lionel Messi.
Rugby World Cup organisers hail "spectacular" television numbers
PARIS: Rugby World Cup organisers have welcomed impressive domestic and international television audiences that far exceed previous editions as the tournament reaches the one-third point of its 48 matches.
Alvarez relishing Erling Haaland link-up as Man City launch Champions League defence
Julian Alvarez is revelling in his partnership with Erling Haaland in Manchester City’s attack.
Guardiola praises 'extraordinary' Rodri and Alvarez after Man City's win over Red Star
Pep Guardiola described Rodri as the best holding midfielder in the world and Julian Alvarez as an "incredible threat" after their starring roles in Manchester City's comeback win over Red Star Belgrade, although the Spaniard admitted he is concerned about his squad's growing injury list.
Alvarez saves Man City blushes after Champions League first night scare
Manchester City overcame an early scare to get their Champions League defence off to a solid start on Tuesday, but nine-man Celtic endured a rough night in Rotterdam.
Julian Alvarez Saves Man City Blushes After Champions League First Night Scare
Manchester City overcame an early scare to get their Champions League defence off to a solid start on Tuesday but nine-man Celtic endured a rough night in Rotterdam. Barcelona cruised past Antwerp and Kylian Mbappe helped Paris-Saint Germain to an opening win on a breathless beginning to the group stage of Europe's top club competition. Newcastle returned to the high table of European football for the first time in two decades with a battling goalless draw against AC Milan at the San Siro and Lazio grabbed an equaliser deep in injury time to hold Atletico Madrid.
Sources: Messi on track to return Wednesday against Toronto - ESPN
Inter Miami CF star Lionel Messi is expected to return as a starter or from the bench Wednesday against Toronto FC, sources told ESPN Argentina.