Nathan Ake's two moments of brilliance could help define Man City's season
Nathan Ake’s time at Manchester City has hit new heights, with the Dutch defender becoming one of Pep Guardiola’s most important defenders.
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Italy, Mbappe, Spain, Ronaldo: What to look out for in Euro 2024 qualifying
Uefa’s president, Aleksander Ceferin, reveals that Germany will host Euro 2024. Photograph: Fabrice Coffrini/AFP/Getty Images
Gavi has already given Manchester United clear transfer reminder amid Barcelona contract U-turn
Barcelona midfielder Gavi could leave the Catalan club on a free transfer this summer - and the teenager has already shown Manchester United why they should be interested.
'He's made of different stuff' - Rodri details how Erling Haaland is staying fit at Man City
Erling Haaland may be sidelined with injury this week, but his Manchester City teammates have been detailing how the striker has maintained his fitness so well this season.
MotoGP Portimao: Lowes ‘feeling strong and ready to fight’
Elf Marc VDS’ Sam Lowes is ready for his ninth Moto2 season as the opening round of 2023 prepares at Portimao this weekend.
Former Germany midfielder Mesut Özil retires at 34
ISTANBUL: Former Germany midfielder Mesut Özil, who won the World Cup in 2014, retired from soccer Wednesday at the age of 34.Özil said injuries played a role in his decision.“I’ve had the privilege to be a professional football player for almost 17 years now and I feel incredibly thankful for the opportunity,” Özil wrote on social media. “But in recent weeks and months, having also suffered some injuries, it’s become more and more clear that it’s time to leave the big stage of football.”His immediate retirement brings an early end to his season with Turkish club Istanbul Basaksehir, where he made only seven appearances for the team.Özil won the Spanish league title with Real Madrid in 2012 and the FA Cup four times with Arsenal.
Argentina must retain competitive edge after World Cup win says Scaloni
BUENOS AIRES: Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni said his players need to maintain their high competitive level after beating France on penalties to win the country’s third World Cup in Qatar last year. Ahead of Thursday’s friendly against Panama, Scaloni spoke about the squad that will feature captain Lionel Messi and the rest of the players who were crowned champions on Dec. 18.
Former World Cup Winner Mesut Ozil Retires From Football
World Cup winner Mesut Ozil announced his retirement from football on Wednesday after an illustrious international career with Germany and club spells with Real Madrid and Arsenal.