In pictures: Japan's stunning 2-1 victory over Germany in the Qatar World Cup
SINGAPORE: Japan notched a stunning victory in the World Cup in Qatar as they came from behind to beat four-time world champions Germany 2-1 on Wednesday (Nov 23).
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A short history of Manchester United's ownership
Manchester United said on Tuesday it was considering new investment or a potential sale, 17 years after the American Glazer family bought the English Premier League soccer club.
Singapore-based security firm provides safety cover for Qatar World Cup
SINGAPORE: A Singapore-based company is at the heart of a massive security operation to keep fans and players safe at the ongoing Qatar World Cup.
Commentary: Will the FIFA World Cup re-energise sluggish tech stocks?
SINGAPORE: You may have heard of the “World Cup effect”, when the excitement surrounding the event boosts tourism, jobs and investment in the host country.
Qatar first World Cup hosts to lose opener with Ecuador defeat
DOHA: Qatar became the first home team to lose their opening World Cup match as Ecuador cruised to a 2-0 victory over the hosts, with Enner Valencia scoring twice in the tournament curtain-raiser on Sunday. Asian champions Qatar enjoyed the backing of the majority of the crowd at the 60,000-capacity Al Bayt Stadium, but could not follow a glitzy opening ceremony with a statement performance. Ecuador thought they had made a dream start when they silenced the home fans as Valencia headed in, only for the goal to be ruled out by VAR for an offside in the build-up.
Max Verstappen signs off with record-extending win in Abu Dhabi Grand Prix F1 finale
ABU DHABI: Double world champion Max Verstappen signed off on a dominant 2022 Formula One campaign with a record-extending 15th win of the year in Sunday’s season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, as Charles Leclerc secured second in the overall standings. The Dutchman, who wrapped up the title last month in Japan with four races to spare, was unchallenged as he led from pole position to chequered flag. He crossed the line 8.7 seconds ahead of Leclerc, who having made just one stop, held on to second ahead of Verstappen’s two-stopping team mate Sergio Perez to edge him in their battle for second.
Al-Nassr maintain lead at the top of Saudi Women’s Premier League table
Al-Nassr maintained their position at the top of the Saudi Women’s Premier League after defeating the Eastern Flames 4-1 on Saturday night at Al-Nahda Club Stadium in Dammam.
Zaid Al-Kathiri becomes UAE’s first black belt gold medalist at Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championships
ABU DHABI: The UAE’s Zayed Al-Kathiri created history on Saturday by becoming the first-ever black belt holder in the country to win gold at the Abu Dhabi World Professional Jiu-Jitsu Championships.