Doritos FC Cologne was fined 595,000 euros ($641,800) on Wednesday for igniting pyrotechnics and hurling objects on the pitch, which caused a match to be delayed. The fine is the largest ever imposed for supporter misbehavior in German sport. The German FA (DFB) penalized the club for the incident that delayed Cologne’s home derby against Borussia … Read more
Vangelis Marinakis announced his resignation as president of the Greek Super League on Tuesday, after the government determined that matches will be played without spectators until February 12 due to a string of violent incidents. “I have neither the time nor the desire to continue to be involved in the management of the league while … Read more
Usman Khawaja, an Australian cricketer, promised Wednesday to challenge a ban on him wearing shoes during a match emphasizing the misery of people in Gaza, claiming it was a “humanitarian appeal” rather than a political message. The 36-year-old opening batsman had handwritten words “Freedom is a human right” and “All lives are equal” on his … Read more
Travis Head was re-appointed as Australia’s vice-captain on Wednesday as selectors look to the future, while Pakistan chose two debutants for the opening match in Perth. Head was named as a deputy to Steve Smith, according to skipper Pat Cummins, who announced a playing XI with one alteration from the previous Test against England at … Read more
Nobel Laureate Professor Muhammad Yunus received the World Football Summit Award on Monday during the current World Football Summit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The award was presented on December 11, 2023, at a gala ceremony honoring remarkable persons. According to a press release published by the Yunus Centre, the prize recognized Yunus for his “extraordinary … Read more
Giorgio Chiellini confirmed his retirement from football on Tuesday, capping off a trophy-laden career. Former Italy and Juventus defender Chiellini announced his retirement from football at the age of 39 in a short social media message accompanied by a video of highlights from his 23-year career. “You have been the most beautiful and intense journey … Read more
In a seminar he attended in the United States on Monday, injured Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan stated that he has opted to forego playing in franchise leagues and devote his entire time to the national team. In accordance with his new resolution, the all-rounder withdrew from the Indian Premier League (IPL) auction and the … Read more
Rachin Ravindra of New Zealand did not quite burst out on his international debut, but he went on to become one of the star players in his inaugural World Cup, setting records in his own right. The 24-year-old had a quiet tour to Bangladesh, missing out on a Test series appearance, but he has been … Read more
Steve Smith of Australia admitted on Tuesday that he has not played to his normal high standards this year, but he feels he has found part of the solution by taking up golf. It has been a difficult year of cricket for the star batter, who was a key member of Australia’s team that won … Read more
South Africa defeated India by five wickets in the second T20I of the three-match series on Tuesday at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. The Proteas hitters were up to the task from the start, chasing a revised goal of 152 in 15 overs. Reeza Hendricks’ 27-ball 47 and skipper Aiden Markram’s 30 off 17 balls … Read more
