Doritos Six football shirts worn by Argentina’s Lionel Messi in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar have sold for $7.8 million at auction, according to AFP. Sotheby’s advertised the sale as “Lionel Messi’s match-worn iconic light blue and white, vertical striped Argentina shirts from his historic 2022 FIFA World Cup run,” and there were three bids … Read more
Ange Postecoglou told Tottenham Hotspur defender Cristian Romero on Thursday that his tackling style will be scrutinized for the remainder of the season. Romero, who had only recently returned from a three-game suspension following a red card against Chelsea earlier this month, was chastised again on Sunday for a bad challenge on Callum Wilson near … Read more
Micah Hamilton stated he was at a loss for words after scoring in his Champions League debut for Manchester City. The 20-year-old, who was formerly a ball-boy for the English giants, seized his opportunity after manager Pep Guardiola made multiple changes to the lineup for Wednesday’s final ‘dead’ group-stage encounter away to Red Star Belgrade. … Read more
Bangladesh cricket frequently employs short-term remedies when it comes to approaching Test cricket, which relies around endurance and longevity of ideas. For example, after the rain-soaked second Test between Bangladesh and New Zealand in Mirpur ended after 178.1 overs, stand-in skipper Najmul Hossain Shanto stated that the wicket was exactly what they had asked for. … Read more
Usman Khawaja sported a black armband and covered signs supporting the people of Gaza with tape during the first Test against Pakistan on Thursday. The opening batter had wanted to wear the shoes with the hand-written inscriptions “Freedom is a human right” and “All lives are equal” visible during the match in Perth. However, Pakistan-born … Read more
Bangladesh beat New Zealand XI by 26 runs in their lone practice match in Christchurch today, ahead of their three-match ODI series against the Black Caps. Rishad Hossain impressed with an all-round performance, while a few top-order batsman hit fifties. Bangladesh successfully defended a 335-run goal at Lincoln University, bowling out the hosts for 308 … Read more
In the first Test at Perth, veteran opener David Warner blasted an unbeaten century to quell doubters and lead Australia to 210-2 at tea against an inexperienced Pakistan attack. The 37-year-old was on 111 at the break, with Steve Smith not out 21. However, Pakistan’s bowlers were rewarded for their efforts in the scorching heat … Read more
Royal Antwerp won their first Champions League game on Wednesday, a 3-2 home win over Barcelona, securing their first points in Group H but not enough to keep them in this season’s European club championship. Antwerp took the lead after 90 seconds thanks to teenager Arthur Vermeeren, but Barcelona equalized 10 minutes before halftime thanks … Read more
On Wednesday, PSG and Porto progressed for the final 16 of the Champions League, while Newcastle exited the competition after losing 2-1 at home to AC Milan. After Milan rallied from behind to beat Newcastle at St James’ Park and eliminate Eddie Howe’s side, PSG drew 1-1 away to Group F winners Borussia Dortmund to … Read more
Micah Hamilton scored on his senior debut as Manchester City extended their unbeaten record in Europe to 20 games with a 3-2 Champions League victory over Red Star Belgrade in their group-stage finale on Wednesday. Oscar Bobb scored his first senior goal, and Kalvin Phillips converted a penalty for City, which ended with a perfect … Read more
