Women's Champions League: Chelsea held by Real Madrid
Chelsea had to settle for a point in their Champions League opener as Olga Carmona's penalty saw Emma Hayes' side held at Real Madrid.
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Saudi national team coach Roberto Mancini determined to take 3 points from Pakistan
AL-AHSA: The Saudi national football team’s match against Pakistan on Thursday “is our first official match and of course, beginnings are always challenging,” said head coach Roberto Mancini. The match, at Al-Fateh’s Prince Abdullah bin Jalawi Stadium, kicks off the first round of the second stage of the Asian qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, which also serve as qualifiers for the 2027 Asian Cup. It is the first competitive game since Mancini took control of the team in late August, and the squad has been preparing this week in Al-Ahsa. “I would like to thank the people of Al-Ahsa for the warm welcome we have received in the past few days,” said Mancini. Regarding the readiness of the players for their first competitive game since the Gulf Cup in January, he added: “We are aiming to perform well and secure the points from the match.” There are a number of new faces in his squad and Mancini said: “I believe it is the right time to call up new players, especially after observing several players over the past three months. I am confident that we have talented young players who deserve the opportunity.” The Saudis will also take on Jordan in the qualifiers on Tuesday, and Mancini said: “Our goal is to give our best effort in all the matches but right now we need to focus on the match against Pakistan, where we aim to perform well and win all three points.” Midfielder Faisal Al-Ghamdi said: “The match will not be easy, especially as it comes at the beginning of the qualifiers.
Chelsea boss Hayes confirmed as US women’s soccer coach
(FILES) Chelsea’s English manager Emma Hayes celebrates with the trophy as Chelsea’s players celebrate winning the title after the English Women’s Super League football match between Reading and Chelsea at the Select Car Leasing Stadium in Reading, west of London on May 27, 2023. – Chelsea manager Emma Hayes has been appointed as the new head coach of the United States in a record deal that will make her the world’s highest paid women’s football coach, the United States Soccer Federation said on November 14, 2023. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP)
High-tech soccer ball unveiled for Euro 2024 promises more accurate offside decisions
NYON, Switzerland: A high-tech soccer ball that helps with more accurate offside decisions will make its European Championship debut next year in Germany after being used at the 2022 World Cup. European soccer governing body UEFA and manufacturer Adidas unveiled the ball for Euro 2024 in Berlin on Wednesday. It is named “Fussballliebe,” the German word for “love of soccer,” and will be used at next year’s 51-game tournament from June 14-July 14. A chip fixed on a gyroscope inside the ball sends data 500 times per second to record the point at which it is kicked.
Emma Hayes hired in record deal to turn around US women's football team
Long-time Chelsea manager Emma Hayes has been named as head coach of the United States women's national football team, tasked with righting the ship after the country's most disappointing Women's World Cup campaign.
Sam Bird eyes more Diriyah glory with NEOM McLaren Formula E Team
RIYADH: Few Formula E drivers will be looking forward to the Diriyah E-Prix double-header on Jan. 26 and 27 as much as Sam Bird.
Bento looking to extend winning start as UAE kick off 2026 World Cup qualifiers
DUBAI: Another ticket to the World Cup after more than three decades away, or another false dawn?
Chelsea boss Hayes confirmed as US women’s soccer coach
LOS ANGELES: Chelsea manager Emma Hayes has been appointed as the new head coach of the US in a record deal that will make her the world’s highest paid women’s football coach, the United States Soccer Federation said Tuesday.