Frustration as Newcastle held to goalless draw by Palace in Premier League clash
NEWCASTLE: Expectations have risen so high at St. James’ Park that a dominant home point against Crystal Palace is greeted with disappointment, rather than positivity.
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Fans At FIFA World Cup 2022 Will Only Get Beer Outside Stadiums In Qatar
Beer will not be sold inside stadiums during World Cup matches in Qatar, where alcohol is severely restricted, but FIFA said Saturday that drinking will be allowed in the stadium zone before and after games. The global body gave first details of beer sales after months of sensitive talks with authorities in the conservative Muslim Gulf state. The issue is important for FIFA as beer-maker Budweiser has been a major sponsor for three decades while foreign fans have also questioned what to expect at the November 20-December 18 tournament.
Jurgen Klopp hails Jordan Pickford as Everton keeper denies Liverpool
LIVERPOOL: Jurgen Klopp praised Jordan Pickford’s “spectacular” display as the Everton goalkeeper forced Liverpool to settle for a 0-0 draw in Saturday’s feisty Merseyside derby. Conor Coady thought he had put Everton ahead with a close-range finish from Neal Maupay’s shot in the second half at Goodison Park. But the former Liverpool defender’s goal was correctly disallowed for offside after a VAR check, sparking an angry response from the stands.
Abhilash Tomy looks to conquer Golden Globe Race on his second attempt
The ocean has always been a place of solitude for Indian sailor Abhilash Tomy.
Saudi Arabia beat Iraq to reach semifinals of 2022 Arab Cup U-17
Saudi Arabia on Friday reached the semifinals of the 2022 Arab Cup U-17 after beating Iraq 4-1 at Mohamed Bensaid Stadium in the Algerian port city of Mostaganem.
100 school kids beat trio of Brazilian football legends at Riyadh Homecoming Festival
RIYADH: Brazilian football legends Ronaldinho, Kaka and Roberto Carlos on Tuesday night took part in a light-hearted kickabout with a group of Saudi school children in the Star Return 2022 event at Riyadh’s Mrsool Park.
Hosting WTCR’s Middle East debut a “great honour”, says Bahrain track’s commercial head
The opportunity to host the WTCR – FIA World Touring Car Cup’s first event in the Middle East has been described as a “great honour” by Bahrain International Circuit’s Chief Commercial Officer. Bahrain International Circuit was confirmed as the venue for rounds 15 and 16 of the 2022 WTCR season in an official announcement on Thursday as part of the build-up to the 8 Hours of Bahrain FIA World Endurance Championship event.
Australia out of 2023 Asian Cup race, wants to host 2026 women's tournament
MELBOURNE: Australia decided not to bid for the 2023 Asian Cup but will submit one for the 2026 women's tournament, Football Australia said on Friday (Sep 2).