Liverpool and Manchester United played to an exciting 2-2 draw on Sunday, marked by a number of standout performances and controversial moments. Among the latter was Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez's reckless challenge on Manchester United defender Matthijs de Ligt during the final stretch of the match. While Nunez was booked for the challenge, he was criticized by former Chelsea player Pat Nevin for being "staggeringly fortunate" to escape a red card for what Nevin described as an "absolutely horrible" tackle. Despite the intense end to the game, both teams showed signs of improvement, with Manchester United notably benefitting from working with new head coach Ruben Amorim for a full week prior to the match.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was left frustrated by what he deemed a "bizarre" decision to award a penalty to Brighton during their match on the south coast. The penalty was given after Arsenal defender William Saliba collided head-on with Brighton's Joao Pedro, with replays showing that Saliba had touched the ball before making contact. Arteta expressed his disbelief at the decision, stating that he had never seen anything like it in his career. Brighton's head coach Fabian Hurzeler defended the decision, saying it was a clear penalty and that there would have been no complaints if the contact had been made with a different part of the body.
Manchester United defender Harry Maguire believes that head coach Ruben Amorim has what it takes to lead the team out of their current slump and back to the top of the Premier League. Despite a tough start, with three losses in a row, Maguire has full faith in Amorim's philosophy and tactics, even though they differ significantly from previous coach Erik ten Hag's. Watch their upcoming match against Newcastle live on Sky Sports to see if Amorim can prove his doubters wrong.
In what was supposed to be the first of three ODIs between Zimbabwe and Afghanistan, the match had to be abandoned due to continuous showers throughout the day. After a delay in the toss and a brief period of clear skies, the game was reduced to 28 overs per side. However, after only 10 overs into the first innings, players were once again forced off the field due to rain. The second game of the series will now be played on the 19th of this month.
In an exciting match against Twente, Chelsea Women's manager Sonia Bompastor made strategic changes to prepare for upcoming matches and keep her key players in shape. Despite some defensive struggles, Chelsea's talent and tactics ultimately prevailed, with Mayra Ramírez and Oriane Jean-François scoring impressive goals. As the team continues to showcase their ability and determination, it's clear that they have what it takes to make a strong run in both domestic and international competitions.
In a highly anticipated T20 international series between South Africa and Pakistan, fans were not disappointed as the first match in Durban proved to be a nail-biter. The Proteas managed to secure a narrow victory over their opponents in a tense match that kept viewers on the edge of their seats. This win sets the stage for what promises to be an exciting series between two formidable cricket teams.
In what is expected to be a thrilling match, Leeds United and Middlesbrough face off in a highly-anticipated game at Elland Road. Both teams are fighting for promotion and are in great form, with Leeds winning seven consecutive home games and Middlesbrough scoring 19 goals in their last six matches. Leeds has a strong history against Middlesbrough, having won their past four league games against them and scoring 3+ goals in three of those matches. Middlesbrough will be looking to break their streak of eight away league games without a win against Leeds, with their top scorer Emmanuel Latte Lath leading the way. Leeds' manager Daniel Farke has an impressive record against Middlesbrough, winning seven out of eight league games against them. This match is a must-watch for any football fan.
Sharma's explosive performance in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match against Meghalaya has propelled him into the record books, matching Urvil Patel's joint second-fastest T20 hundred with a blistering knock of 103 runs in just 28 deliveries. The left-hander's 11 sixes powered Punjab to victory in what was a dominant display of batting prowess.
Italian midfielder Edoardo Bove is recovering in hospital after collapsing during a league match against Inter Milan on Sunday. The 22-year-old was taken to the hospital and put into a medically induced coma before being brought out of it on Monday. He is currently awake, alert, and oriented, and further tests will be conducted to determine what caused the critical situation. The incident has sparked an investigation by the FA.
Tottenham is set to face off against Roma in what promises to be a thrilling Europa League match. Spurs, fresh off a disappointing loss to Galatasaray, will be looking to get their campaign back on track with a win over the Italian side. However, they will be without goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who is out with a long-term injury, putting the spotlight on Fraser Forster. On the other hand, Roma has had a tumultuous season and will be looking to turn things around under the guidance of their returning manager, Claudio Ranieri. Follow the latest updates and analysis in our live match blog.