Security plan in place as Ireland head east to Yerevan
The FAI will send a security delegation to Yerevan ahead of Stephen Kenny and his squad as the Republic of Ireland face Armenia in Saturday's UEFA Nations League fixture.
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Messi: ‘No doubt’ that Benzema deserves to win Ballon d’Or
BUENOS AIRES: According to Lionel Messi, there is “no doubt” that Real Madrid striker Karim Benzema deserves to win his first Ballon d’Or award this year. Messi has won a record seven Ballon d’Or awards as the world’s best player, but saw his new club Paris Saint-Germain eliminated by Madrid in the round of 16 of the Champions League this year — after Benzema scored a hat trick in the second half of the return leg. Benzema netted another four goals against Chelsea in the quarterfinals and three against Manchester City in the semifinals — including the decisive penalty in extra time of the second leg — before Madrid defeated Liverpool 1-0 in the final on Saturday.
World Cup 2022: When is Scotland's potential play-off match with Wales?
We’re not getting ahead of ourselves too much but Scotland are just 180 minutes – plus any extra-time and penalties – from the World Cup in Qatar.
El Moutaraji strikes twice as Wydad become African champions
CASABLANCA: Zouhair El Moutaraji was the two-goal star as Wydad Casablanca defeated Egyptian outfit Al Ahly 2-0 on Monday to win the CAF Champions League and complete a Moroccan club double in Africa this season. Renaissance Berkane won the second-tier CAF Confederation Cup on May 20 and will face Wydad for the CAF Super Cup. Wydad coach Walid Regragui promoted El Moutaraji from the bench for the title decider and it proved a masterstroke as he netted after 15 and 48 minutes in Casablanca.
Dan Ashworth appointed as Newcastle’s first sporting director
NEWCASTLE: Newcastle United have confirmed the appointment of Dan Ashworth as the club’s first-ever sporting director, subject to Premier League approval.
Oleksandr Usyk drafts in sparring partner with 'better skills' than Anthony Joshua
Ahead of their rematch, Oleksandr Usyk believes he has brought in the perfect sparring partner for his second fight with Anthony Joshua. WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight champion Usyk has chosen Congolese heavyweight Martin Bakole to join him once again in his training camp.
The Culmination of the Donbas Battle: Will Heavy Weapons Arrive In Ukraine On Time?
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Nations League can replace World Cup void for Ireland
The traditional European club season came to a dramatic close on Saturday night amid chaotic scenes at the Stade de France where Real Madrid were, eventually, crowned champions of Europe.