In a thrilling match at Stamford Bridge, Chelsea were held to a 1-1 draw by Arsenal, thanks to an equaliser from Pedro Neto. Despite dominating the game and having a goal controversially ruled out by VAR, the Blues fell behind to a goal from Gabriel Martinelli. However, Neto's stunning strike from outside the box saved the day for Chelsea, with standout performances from Robert Sanchez, Wesley Fofana, and Romeo Lavia.
The country of Spain has been ravaged by severe weather, with heavy rain and hailstorms causing flash floods and disruptions to travel. As many as seven people have been reported missing, prompting concern from Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez. The storm has also triggered alerts from the state meteorological agency, highlighting the severity of the situation. This news serves as a reminder of the devastating effects of extreme weather on communities around the world.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez were present at the inauguration of the C295 aircraft manufacturing plant in Vadodara. The plant, a joint venture between Tata Advanced Systems Ltd and Airbus, will produce 56 transport aircrafts for the Indian Air Force, replacing the ageing Avro-748 fleet. The first 16 aircraft will be delivered from Spain within four years, while the remaining 40 will be manufactured in India by 2031. The induction of C295 will enhance the IAF's medium lift capability and bridge the gap left by the phased out AN-32 aircrafts.
The city of Vadodara in Gujarat, India is gearing up for the visit of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez who is set to arrive on Sunday evening. In anticipation of his arrival, the Vadodara City Police have issued a notification stating the closure of 33 roads and diversion of traffic in the areas surrounding the airport, where Sánchez will be staying at ITC Welcomhotel. The city has been turned into a fortress with heavy VVIP movement expected, including the presence of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Strict restrictions on road travel will be in place from the night of Sunday until the end of the events on Monday.
In an intense match between Liverpool and Chelsea, VAR once again proved to be a game-changer as the technology led to the overturning of a penalty initially awarded to Liverpool. The controversial decision saw Chelsea's Robert Sanchez being judged to have fouled Curtis Jones, but after an on-field review, VAR ruled that the goalkeeper had won the ball. This decision sparked debate among pundits, with former Reds defender Jamie Carragher believing that Liverpool should have been given a second penalty opportunity. However, VAR's involvement didn't stop there, as it also resulted in Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson being awarded a goal that was initially ruled offside.
Brighton and Hove Albion manager Fabian Hürzeler has announced three changes to the starting lineup as they prepare to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. With striker Joao Pedro still out of the lineup, fans will rely on Danny Welbeck and Georginio Rutter for offensive power. Meanwhile, former Chelsea academy player Tariq Lamptey will be on the bench for Brighton. The Chelsea XI will feature familiar faces such as Robert Sanchez and Jadon Sancho, as they aim to continue their unbeaten streak at home.
Inter Milan, fresh off of their Serie A win last season, are gearing up for another successful year as they face off against Al Ittihad in a friendly match. Under the guidance of Simone Inzaghi, the team has seen a major transformation and will be looking to dominate not only in the Italian league but also in the revamped Champions League. However, the team will have to fill the void left by departing veterans Alexis Sanchez and Juan Cuadrado.
Chelsea and Real Madrid may be looking to complete a goalkeeper swap in the upcoming transfer window, with reports linking the two clubs to a potential deal involving Andriy Lunin and Kepa Arrizabalaga. The speculation has also extended to Chelsea's potential interest in Villareal's Filip Jorgensen, while the Blues may need to offload current keepers Robert Sanchez and Dorde Petrovic to make room for any new signings. However, former Chelsea midfielder Enzo Maresca has expressed confidence in Kepa remaining at the club, leaving the possibility of Petrovic departing instead.
Two of South America's biggest football stars, Lionel Messi and Alexis Sanchez will face each other as Argentina takes on Chile in Copa America 2024. Both teams will be aiming for a crucial win to secure their spot in the knockout stage. With Argentina being the reigning champions and Chile being the runners-up in the last edition, this match promises to be an exciting and highly competitive one. Football fans are eagerly anticipating this showdown between two of the best players in the world.
An in-form Ecuador team faces off against a struggling Venezuela side in the Copa America Group B match. Led by captain Enner Valencia and managed by Felix Sanchez, Ecuador looks to continue their success in the tournament after recent wins against Bolivia and Honduras. However, the 22-year-old standout Caicedo holds the key for Ecuador's domination with his strong performances for EPL club Chelsea. As for Venezuela, Girona midfielder will be their trump card in the match with his consistent performances in the Spanish league.