Miami, Feb 21 (Ians) Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez are fit and ready to play for Inter Miami in the club’s opening match of the Major League Soccer season against Real Salt Lake City, manager Gerardo Martino said.
The former Barcelona teammates will be the headline acts in Wednesday night’s clash at Inter Miami’s renamed Chase stadium in Fort Lauderdale, though they are not guaranteed starters.
“Messi and Suarez are ready to play, if 90 minutes are required, we will see this depending on the team’s needs,” Martino told a news conference.
Messi missed much of Inter Miami’s pre-season because of an adductor strain while Suarez has overcome a knee problem.
The other half of Inter Miami’s contingent of former Barcelona stars – defender Jordi Alba and midfielder Sergio Busquets – will also be available after recovering from recent injury concerns, reports Xinhua.
The only doubt for the...
The former Barcelona teammates will be the headline acts in Wednesday night’s clash at Inter Miami’s renamed Chase stadium in Fort Lauderdale, though they are not guaranteed starters.
“Messi and Suarez are ready to play, if 90 minutes are required, we will see this depending on the team’s needs,” Martino told a news conference.
Messi missed much of Inter Miami’s pre-season because of an adductor strain while Suarez has overcome a knee problem.
The other half of Inter Miami’s contingent of former Barcelona stars – defender Jordi Alba and midfielder Sergio Busquets – will also be available after recovering from recent injury concerns, reports Xinhua.
The only doubt for the...
- 2/21/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
There’s a David Beckham meme, taken from the recent Netflix Beckham documentary, that’s popular on social media at the moment. You know the one, you’ve seen it a thousand times or more, the one where Beckham harangues Victoria Beckham to “be honest” several times before she finally relents and tells the truth about her privileged upbringing.
After this weekend, fans, sponsors and the government of Hong Kong will feel that the meme needs an update, with David switching roles with Victoria, and the former England soccer star needing to “be honest” about the debacle Inter Miami, the team he co-owns, found themselves in with the latest match on their global pre-season tour.
On Sunday, Beckham’s Inter Miami took the field against a Hong Kong select team, and the Mls side will be happy enough with what happened on the pitch, a relatively straightforward 4-1 victory, without...
After this weekend, fans, sponsors and the government of Hong Kong will feel that the meme needs an update, with David switching roles with Victoria, and the former England soccer star needing to “be honest” about the debacle Inter Miami, the team he co-owns, found themselves in with the latest match on their global pre-season tour.
On Sunday, Beckham’s Inter Miami took the field against a Hong Kong select team, and the Mls side will be happy enough with what happened on the pitch, a relatively straightforward 4-1 victory, without...
- 2/5/2024
- by Abid Rahman
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Unfortunately, one of the most anticipated matchups in the world of sports will have to wait as Cristiano Ronaldo will be unavailable when his Saudi Arabian club team Al Nassr hosts Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami Cf on Thursday, Feb. 1 at 1 p.m. Et on Mls Season Pass, which is only available on Apple TV. The match is part of the three-team Riyadh Season Cup. Inter Miami dropped its first game in the round-robin tournament earlier this week in a 4-3 defeat at the hands of Al-Hilal; Messi scored on a penalty kick in the game. Will he be able to carry his Mls squad to victory against Al Nassr? Tune in to find out. You can watch with a subscription to Mls Season Pass.
How to Watch How to Watch Messi's Inter Miami vs. Ronaldo's Al Nassr on Apple TV with Mls Season Pass When: Thursday, February 1, 2024 at...
How to Watch How to Watch Messi's Inter Miami vs. Ronaldo's Al Nassr on Apple TV with Mls Season Pass When: Thursday, February 1, 2024 at...
- 2/1/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
It still might be the offseason, but Mls club Inter Miami is still making headlines as it continues the international leg of its preseason tour by heading to Saudi Arabia. Led by global superstar Lionel Messi, Inter Miami will take on Al-Hilal in the opening round of the Riyadh Season Cup 2024. The match will begin on Monday, Jan. 29 at 1 p.m. Et and will air exclusively in the United States on Mls Season Pass. The three-team round-robin also features Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr, which Inter Miami will face on Thursday, Feb. 1. You can watch with a subscription to Mls Season Pass.
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- 1/29/2024
- by Matt Tamanini
- The Streamable
Colombian-American actress Sofia Vergara and Lionel Messi dined out with their friends. The actress, 51, was pictured at Papi Steak in Miami Beach, Florida, alongside the Inter Miami Cf player, 36, and his wife Antonela Roccuzzo, 35, and lots of their friends.
The party also included some of Messi’s Inter Miami teammates like Luis Suarez, 36, and his wife Sofia Balbi, 34, reports ‘People’ magazine.
Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets, 35, and his wife Elena Galera, 33, were also in attendance for the group dinner, as well as defender Jordi Alba, 34, and his wife Romarey Ventura, 34.
As per ‘People’, Vergara wore a black lace, strapless corset with a matching peplum leather midi-skirt for the sporty night out, while Messi opted for a black jacket, Nike trainers and an illustrated white t-shirt.
The gang appeared to be in great spirits as they gathered for a group photo in front of the restaurant’s bar.
“Miami”, Vergara wrote...
The party also included some of Messi’s Inter Miami teammates like Luis Suarez, 36, and his wife Sofia Balbi, 34, reports ‘People’ magazine.
Inter Miami midfielder Sergio Busquets, 35, and his wife Elena Galera, 33, were also in attendance for the group dinner, as well as defender Jordi Alba, 34, and his wife Romarey Ventura, 34.
As per ‘People’, Vergara wore a black lace, strapless corset with a matching peplum leather midi-skirt for the sporty night out, while Messi opted for a black jacket, Nike trainers and an illustrated white t-shirt.
The gang appeared to be in great spirits as they gathered for a group photo in front of the restaurant’s bar.
“Miami”, Vergara wrote...
- 1/22/2024
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Rio De Janeiro, Aug 14 (Ians) Gremio climbed to second in Brazil’s Serie A championship by coming from behind to secure a 2-1 home win over Fluminense.
German Cano gave the visitors the lead by firing into the top-right corner after Keno’s assist, reports Xinhua.
But the hosts equalised through Joao Bitello, who finished calmly after a perfectly weighted Luis Suarez through ball.
Aldemir Ferreira put Gremio ahead by combining with Fabio Silva before angling a shot past goalkeeper Fabio Maciel.
The result at Arena do Gremio leaves the Porto Alegre outfit with 33 points from 18 games, 14 points behind leaders Botafogo. Fluminense are fourth in the 20-team standings, two points further back.
In other fixtures on Sunday, Atletico Mineiro won 1-0 at home to Bahia, Goias clinched a 1-0 victory at America Mineiro, Corinthians eased to a 3-1 home win over Coritiba, Sao Paulo drew 1-1 at Flamengo, and Fortaleza...
German Cano gave the visitors the lead by firing into the top-right corner after Keno’s assist, reports Xinhua.
But the hosts equalised through Joao Bitello, who finished calmly after a perfectly weighted Luis Suarez through ball.
Aldemir Ferreira put Gremio ahead by combining with Fabio Silva before angling a shot past goalkeeper Fabio Maciel.
The result at Arena do Gremio leaves the Porto Alegre outfit with 33 points from 18 games, 14 points behind leaders Botafogo. Fluminense are fourth in the 20-team standings, two points further back.
In other fixtures on Sunday, Atletico Mineiro won 1-0 at home to Bahia, Goias clinched a 1-0 victory at America Mineiro, Corinthians eased to a 3-1 home win over Coritiba, Sao Paulo drew 1-1 at Flamengo, and Fortaleza...
- 8/14/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Lionel Messi’s first game with Inter Miami Cf must have felt like it was ripped from the pen of a Hollywood writer. Messi curled a free kick into the netting of the goal during stoppage time of Miami’s Leagues Cup game against Cruz Azul this past weekend. Messi and Miami are back in action on Tuesday, July 25 at 7:30 p.m. Et against Atlanta United Fc on Mls Season Pass. You can watch the match and all of Messi’s Inter Miami games with a Subscription to Mls Season Pass.
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Messi’s first match with Miami had a storybook ending, but Atlanta...
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Messi’s first match with Miami had a storybook ending, but Atlanta...
- 7/25/2023
- by David Satin
- The Streamable
Montevideo, June 3 (Ians) Uruguay manager Marcelo Bielsa has named 14 uncapped players in his squad for friendlies against Nicaragua and Cuba, the South American country’s football association said.
The new faces include Sporting Lisbon goalkeeper Franco Israel, Valencia defender Facundo Gonzalez, Real Valladolid defender Lucas Olaza and Schalke midfielder Rodrigo Salazar, reports Xinhua.
Others called up for the first time were Randall Rodriguez, Sebastian Boselli, Mateo Ponte, Emiliano Martinez, Fabricio Diaz, Luciano Rodriguez, Anderson Duarte, Thiago Borbas, Maximiliano Araujo and Federico Vinas.
Absent from the list were veterans Luis Suarez, Edinson Cavani, Jose Maria Gimenez, Martin Caceres and Fernando Muslera.
Uruguay will face Nicaragua at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo on June 14 and Cuba at the same venue six days later.
The friendlies will be Bielsa’s first matches in charge of the Celeste following his appointment last month. The 67-year-old Argentine replaced Diego Alonso, who was sacked after the team...
The new faces include Sporting Lisbon goalkeeper Franco Israel, Valencia defender Facundo Gonzalez, Real Valladolid defender Lucas Olaza and Schalke midfielder Rodrigo Salazar, reports Xinhua.
Others called up for the first time were Randall Rodriguez, Sebastian Boselli, Mateo Ponte, Emiliano Martinez, Fabricio Diaz, Luciano Rodriguez, Anderson Duarte, Thiago Borbas, Maximiliano Araujo and Federico Vinas.
Absent from the list were veterans Luis Suarez, Edinson Cavani, Jose Maria Gimenez, Martin Caceres and Fernando Muslera.
Uruguay will face Nicaragua at Estadio Centenario in Montevideo on June 14 and Cuba at the same venue six days later.
The friendlies will be Bielsa’s first matches in charge of the Celeste following his appointment last month. The 67-year-old Argentine replaced Diego Alonso, who was sacked after the team...
- 6/3/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, May 27 (Ians) In an attempt to maintain fair competition, all matches from the penultimate round of games in La Liga will kick off simultaneously on Sunday evening, as teams vie for qualification into European tournaments and to avoid relegation.
Real Sociedad, just one win away from cementing their place in next season’s Champions League, face a formidable challenge visiting Atletico Madrid without David Silva, who is sidelined with a calf injury. Atletico, after surrendering a 3-0 lead to Espanyol in midweek, are vying for second place in the league and unlikely to show mercy, reports Xinhua.
Villarreal, needing victories in their remaining games and Real Sociedad’s losses to finish fourth, are visiting a lackadaisical Rayo Vallecano under the leadership of in-form Nicolas Jackson.
Betis could secure their Europa League spot with just a draw with Girona. However, Girona are still within reach of seventh place and a...
Real Sociedad, just one win away from cementing their place in next season’s Champions League, face a formidable challenge visiting Atletico Madrid without David Silva, who is sidelined with a calf injury. Atletico, after surrendering a 3-0 lead to Espanyol in midweek, are vying for second place in the league and unlikely to show mercy, reports Xinhua.
Villarreal, needing victories in their remaining games and Real Sociedad’s losses to finish fourth, are visiting a lackadaisical Rayo Vallecano under the leadership of in-form Nicolas Jackson.
Betis could secure their Europa League spot with just a draw with Girona. However, Girona are still within reach of seventh place and a...
- 5/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, May 24 (Ians) Real Sociedad edged closer to Champions League qualification with a 1-0 victory at home against Almeria.
Takefusa Kubo netted the game’s only goal during the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time, striking a brilliant shot into the top corner of the net, reports Xinhua.
Almeria was reduced to 10 men just 10 minutes later following a harsh challenge from Luis Suarez on Robin Le Normand. Despite not managing to equalize in the second half, their resilience suggested that they might yet avoid relegation.
Celta Vigo and Girona settled for a 1-1 draw, a result that likely assures Celta’s La Liga survival. Carles Perez put the home team ahead just four minutes before halftime.
Cristhian Stuani equalized with a twice-taken penalty in the 58th minute, and both goalkeepers made excellent saves in the closing moments, resulting in a split of points.
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez altered his starting...
Takefusa Kubo netted the game’s only goal during the fourth minute of first-half stoppage time, striking a brilliant shot into the top corner of the net, reports Xinhua.
Almeria was reduced to 10 men just 10 minutes later following a harsh challenge from Luis Suarez on Robin Le Normand. Despite not managing to equalize in the second half, their resilience suggested that they might yet avoid relegation.
Celta Vigo and Girona settled for a 1-1 draw, a result that likely assures Celta’s La Liga survival. Carles Perez put the home team ahead just four minutes before halftime.
Cristhian Stuani equalized with a twice-taken penalty in the 58th minute, and both goalkeepers made excellent saves in the closing moments, resulting in a split of points.
Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez altered his starting...
- 5/24/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Madrid, April 27 (Ians) La Liga leaders Fc Barcelona suffered a 2-1 defeat away to Rayo Vallecano after another lackluster display from Xavi Hernandez’s team.
Although Real Madrid’s loss in Girona on Tuesday ensured that Barca would end the round of matches with a lead of at least 11 points at the top of the table, Barca failed to capitalize on the opportunity to move within touching distance of the title, reports Xinhua.
With Pedri and Frenkie de Jong back in the starting lineup for Barca, Rayo’s aggressive football gave them the advantage, and Alvaro Garcia scored with an angled shot from the left.
Left back Fran Garcia scored in the 53rd minute with a low shot after the Barca defense failed to pick up his deep run.
Robert Lewandowski pulled a goal back for Barca with seven minutes remaining, but Rayo held on for a well-deserved win.
Atletico...
Although Real Madrid’s loss in Girona on Tuesday ensured that Barca would end the round of matches with a lead of at least 11 points at the top of the table, Barca failed to capitalize on the opportunity to move within touching distance of the title, reports Xinhua.
With Pedri and Frenkie de Jong back in the starting lineup for Barca, Rayo’s aggressive football gave them the advantage, and Alvaro Garcia scored with an angled shot from the left.
Left back Fran Garcia scored in the 53rd minute with a low shot after the Barca defense failed to pick up his deep run.
Robert Lewandowski pulled a goal back for Barca with seven minutes remaining, but Rayo held on for a well-deserved win.
Atletico...
- 4/27/2023
- by Agency News Desk
- GlamSham
Montevideo (Uruguay), March 18 (Ians) Forward Jonathan Rodriguez has been drafted into Uruguay’s squad for friendlies against Japan and South Korea, the South American country’s football association said.
The 29-year-old replaces Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, who will remain in England for treatment of an injured ankle, a Xinhua report said on Saturday.
Rodriguez has scored three goals and provided two assists in 11 games for Club America in Mexico’s Liga Mx this season.
The Celeste will face Japan in Tokyo on March 24 and South Korea in Seoul four days later.
Uruguay will also be without veteran strikers Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani for the friendlies as interim manager Marcelo Broli tests youth ahead of South American qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which are due to begin in September.
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The 29-year-old replaces Liverpool striker Darwin Nunez, who will remain in England for treatment of an injured ankle, a Xinhua report said on Saturday.
Rodriguez has scored three goals and provided two assists in 11 games for Club America in Mexico’s Liga Mx this season.
The Celeste will face Japan in Tokyo on March 24 and South Korea in Seoul four days later.
Uruguay will also be without veteran strikers Luis Suarez and Edinson Cavani for the friendlies as interim manager Marcelo Broli tests youth ahead of South American qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which are due to begin in September.
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- 3/18/2023
- by News Bureau
- GlamSham
On Monday, in the last match of the day at Lusail Stadium in Qatar, Portugal’s second successive win took them to six points and to the top of the Group H standings leaving Uruguay, Ghana and South Korea to fight for the second qualification spot from the group.
Portugal joins Brazil and France, the other two teams which have made it to the knockout stage so far.
Portugal started well on the ball, enjoying the lion’s share of possession but Uruguay fashioned the best chance. Rodrigo Bentancur worked his way brilliantly through Portugal’s defence but squandering the game’s best chance in the 33rd minute, firing straight at Diogo Costa from a one-on-one situation.
At the other end Bruno worked hard, winning 100 per cent of his tackles, registering a 93 per cent pass accuracy rate and generally stringing play together for his side and with Joao Felix looking...
Portugal joins Brazil and France, the other two teams which have made it to the knockout stage so far.
Portugal started well on the ball, enjoying the lion’s share of possession but Uruguay fashioned the best chance. Rodrigo Bentancur worked his way brilliantly through Portugal’s defence but squandering the game’s best chance in the 33rd minute, firing straight at Diogo Costa from a one-on-one situation.
At the other end Bruno worked hard, winning 100 per cent of his tackles, registering a 93 per cent pass accuracy rate and generally stringing play together for his side and with Joao Felix looking...
- 11/29/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha (Qatar), Nov 28 (Ians) The Group H clash between Portugal and Uruguay promises to be the headline act on Day 9 of the 2022 FIFA World Cup on Monday. Here are four things to look out for:
1. Serbia changes against Cameroon
Serbia manager Dragan Stojkovic hinted at major changes to his starting lineup after a 2-0 loss to Brazil in their tournament opener on Thursday.
Dusan Vlahovic, who has been recovering from a groin problem, could start after making a 30-minute cameo against the South American giants while Filip Kostic is also expected to be available after having missed the first game with a thigh injury.
Cameroon, who are seeking their first victory at the World Cup since 2002, are hoping to rebound from a 1-0 loss to Switzerland in their opening encounter. Manager Rigobert Song will be wanting more from Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who struggled against the Swiss.
2. Ghana...
1. Serbia changes against Cameroon
Serbia manager Dragan Stojkovic hinted at major changes to his starting lineup after a 2-0 loss to Brazil in their tournament opener on Thursday.
Dusan Vlahovic, who has been recovering from a groin problem, could start after making a 30-minute cameo against the South American giants while Filip Kostic is also expected to be available after having missed the first game with a thigh injury.
Cameroon, who are seeking their first victory at the World Cup since 2002, are hoping to rebound from a 1-0 loss to Switzerland in their opening encounter. Manager Rigobert Song will be wanting more from Bayern Munich forward Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, who struggled against the Swiss.
2. Ghana...
- 11/28/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha (Qatar), Nov 28 (Ians) Portugal coach Fernando Santos confirmed central defender Danilo Pereira will miss Monday’s FIFA World Cup Group H game against Uruguay after suffering a rib injury in training.
The Paris Saint-Germain defender is not the only injury concern for Santos, with attacking midfielder Otavio and left-back Nuno Mendes both question marks for Monday.
“As far as I know he (Pereira) is improving and we expect to have him back on the pitch very soon,” said Santos, adding that his squad had enough depth to overcome Pereira’s absence.
“We have three other centre halves who can replace him. We don’t need to make a drama of it,” he insisted, dropping a hint that 39-year-old Pepe could be the man to get the nod.
The match is a repeat of the 2018 FIFA World Cup last-16 tie, where Uruguay won 2-1 to send Portugal out of the tournament.
The Paris Saint-Germain defender is not the only injury concern for Santos, with attacking midfielder Otavio and left-back Nuno Mendes both question marks for Monday.
“As far as I know he (Pereira) is improving and we expect to have him back on the pitch very soon,” said Santos, adding that his squad had enough depth to overcome Pereira’s absence.
“We have three other centre halves who can replace him. We don’t need to make a drama of it,” he insisted, dropping a hint that 39-year-old Pepe could be the man to get the nod.
The match is a repeat of the 2018 FIFA World Cup last-16 tie, where Uruguay won 2-1 to send Portugal out of the tournament.
- 11/27/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha (Qatar), Nov 27 (Ians) Monday is likely to see a battle of youth against experience as Portugal and Uruguay go head-to-head in a difficult Group H, with Portugal looking for revenge for the 2-0 defeat to Uruguay that knocked them out of the last-16 in Russia four years ago.
As usual, most eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo after his controversial penalty against Ghana saw him become the first player to score in five consecutive World Cups.
Ronaldo was voted the ‘Man of the Match’ in that 3-2 win, but a closer look at his performance shows just how much his style of play has changed in recent years, with the 37-year-old now becoming a much more static presence in attack, when a few years ago, his powerful runs from deep, cutting in from the flanks were his main strengths.
Ronaldo will again start for Portugal, and again be partnered...
As usual, most eyes will be on Cristiano Ronaldo after his controversial penalty against Ghana saw him become the first player to score in five consecutive World Cups.
Ronaldo was voted the ‘Man of the Match’ in that 3-2 win, but a closer look at his performance shows just how much his style of play has changed in recent years, with the 37-year-old now becoming a much more static presence in attack, when a few years ago, his powerful runs from deep, cutting in from the flanks were his main strengths.
Ronaldo will again start for Portugal, and again be partnered...
- 11/27/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Watched by a vibrant crowd at the Education City Stadium both teams had plenty of attacking quality on show but nothing could separate the two at the end of the 90-minute and had to settle for a point each in the group which consists of Ghana and Portugal.
Thursday’s result leaves both sides’ chances of reaching the last 16 wide open, as Uruguay prepare to face Portugal next, while South Korea meet Ghana.
Uruguay were unlucky twice in the match, first with a minute to go for the first half when Diego Godin’s header hit the post.
The metal work came between Uruguay and a goal again in the final minute of normal time when a long ranger flew past Kim Seunggyu in the Korean goal and rattled the post but did not end in the back of the nets much to the disappointment of the Uruguay fans.
At the other end,...
Thursday’s result leaves both sides’ chances of reaching the last 16 wide open, as Uruguay prepare to face Portugal next, while South Korea meet Ghana.
Uruguay were unlucky twice in the match, first with a minute to go for the first half when Diego Godin’s header hit the post.
The metal work came between Uruguay and a goal again in the final minute of normal time when a long ranger flew past Kim Seunggyu in the Korean goal and rattled the post but did not end in the back of the nets much to the disappointment of the Uruguay fans.
At the other end,...
- 11/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Al Rayyan (Qatar), Nov 24 (Ians) Uruguay and South Korea played out a goalless draw in their Group H opener in the FIFA World Cup 2022 at the Education City Stadium here on Thursday.
The South American side started with Darwin Nunez lined up alongside prolific forward Luis Suarez, while Heung-Min Son was fit enough to start for South Korea after his recently fractured eye socket. But none of them could find the breakthrough despite a lively encounter in Qatar.
The draw leaves both sides’ chances of reaching the last 16 wide open, as Uruguay prepare to face Portugal next, while South Korea meet Ghana.
The first half ended without a score with Uruguay guilty of wasting many opportunities. However, South Korea got the best chance in the 34th minute as Moon-Hwan Kim found Ui-Jo Hwang in space in the box, but he could only fire over the crossbar.
And Uruguay went close...
The South American side started with Darwin Nunez lined up alongside prolific forward Luis Suarez, while Heung-Min Son was fit enough to start for South Korea after his recently fractured eye socket. But none of them could find the breakthrough despite a lively encounter in Qatar.
The draw leaves both sides’ chances of reaching the last 16 wide open, as Uruguay prepare to face Portugal next, while South Korea meet Ghana.
The first half ended without a score with Uruguay guilty of wasting many opportunities. However, South Korea got the best chance in the 34th minute as Moon-Hwan Kim found Ui-Jo Hwang in space in the box, but he could only fire over the crossbar.
And Uruguay went close...
- 11/24/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha, Nov 23 (Ians) Diego Alonso, Uruguay’s head coach, said the country’s signature star Luis Suarez is fit enough to feature in their opening World Cup match against South Korea on Thursday.
“He is as fit as other players, he is ready for the game,” said Alonso, adding the 35-year-old striker was enjoying the atmosphere of attending another edition of the World Cup tournament.
However, he admitted that he had not yet decided on the starters against South Korea.
“With our strikers, our plan is to put a good performance in the first game. We are very much excited about what we can produce,” said Alonso.
“We have peace of mind because we have goalscoring opportunities, flexibility not only with our strikers, we are good defensively and this will make us a very competitive team,” he added.
Coached in China’s Super League club in 2017, Alonso replaced Oscar Tabarez last November.
“He is as fit as other players, he is ready for the game,” said Alonso, adding the 35-year-old striker was enjoying the atmosphere of attending another edition of the World Cup tournament.
However, he admitted that he had not yet decided on the starters against South Korea.
“With our strikers, our plan is to put a good performance in the first game. We are very much excited about what we can produce,” said Alonso.
“We have peace of mind because we have goalscoring opportunities, flexibility not only with our strikers, we are good defensively and this will make us a very competitive team,” he added.
Coached in China’s Super League club in 2017, Alonso replaced Oscar Tabarez last November.
- 11/23/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Doha, Nov 16 (Ians) With the 2022 FIFA World Cup approaching, the participating teams are all fine-tuning their preparations for the quadrennial gala.
The star-studded Portugal led by Cristiano Ronaldo are the favourites in Group H, but it is by no means a one-horse race, as Uruguay, South Korea and Ghana will all have what it takes to make the competition wide open.
Portugal enter the scene on November 24 by taking on Ghana, then meet Uruguay before their final group game with South Korea.
In 2018, Portugal crashed out in the round of 16 after a 2-1 defeat to Uruguay. And in Brazil in 2014, Portugal suffered a group stage exit despite a 2-1 victory over Ghana. Pushing the timeline backwards further, South Korea enjoyed a shock win over Portugal en route to their history-making success in 2002.
For the 2016 European champions, their confidence comes from superstar Ronaldo. The 37-year-old Manchester United hitman has struggled for...
The star-studded Portugal led by Cristiano Ronaldo are the favourites in Group H, but it is by no means a one-horse race, as Uruguay, South Korea and Ghana will all have what it takes to make the competition wide open.
Portugal enter the scene on November 24 by taking on Ghana, then meet Uruguay before their final group game with South Korea.
In 2018, Portugal crashed out in the round of 16 after a 2-1 defeat to Uruguay. And in Brazil in 2014, Portugal suffered a group stage exit despite a 2-1 victory over Ghana. Pushing the timeline backwards further, South Korea enjoyed a shock win over Portugal en route to their history-making success in 2002.
For the 2016 European champions, their confidence comes from superstar Ronaldo. The 37-year-old Manchester United hitman has struggled for...
- 11/16/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Montevideo, Sep 21 (Ians) Veteran striker Luis Suarez is in talks about a possible move to the U.S. Major League soccer club Los Angeles Galaxy, according to media reports in Uruguay.
The 35-year-old’s contract with Montevideo outfit Nacional is due to expire in November, meaning he would be free to join the Californian side as a free agent the following month.
Media reports said the Galaxy viewed Suarez as an ideal replacement for Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez, who is expected to leave the club in December, reports Xinhua.
Nacional president Jose Fuentes confirmed on Tuesday that the former Liverpool and Barcelona player would not extend his existing contract.
“When the (current) championship ends, Luis Suarez will leave Nacional. I am not going to generate false expectations,” Fuentes told the Punto Penal television program.
Suarez has scored four goals and provided three assists in 10 matches since rejoining his original club as a free agent in July.
The 35-year-old’s contract with Montevideo outfit Nacional is due to expire in November, meaning he would be free to join the Californian side as a free agent the following month.
Media reports said the Galaxy viewed Suarez as an ideal replacement for Javier “Chicharito” Hernandez, who is expected to leave the club in December, reports Xinhua.
Nacional president Jose Fuentes confirmed on Tuesday that the former Liverpool and Barcelona player would not extend his existing contract.
“When the (current) championship ends, Luis Suarez will leave Nacional. I am not going to generate false expectations,” Fuentes told the Punto Penal television program.
Suarez has scored four goals and provided three assists in 10 matches since rejoining his original club as a free agent in July.
- 9/21/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Montevideo (Uruguay), Sep 5 (Ians) Former Liverpool and Barcelona striker Luis Suarez was on target as Nacional cruised to a 3-1 home victory over Penarol in Uruguay’s Primera Division on Sunday.
Mathias Laborda gave the hosts the lead on the stroke of halftime with a bullet header following a corner.
Suarez doubled the advantage just after the restart when he ran onto a loose ball and thumped a 25-yard left-footed effort into the far corner. The 35-year-old has now scored three times in five league outings since rejoining his boyhood club as a free agent last month, reports Xinhua.
Kevin Mendez reduced the deficit when his low attempt from 22 yards rebounded in off the right post.
But Camilo Candido put the result beyond doubt when he wrong-footed a defender with a deft touch before angling a shot into the bottom right corner.
Nacional lead the 16-team Uruguayan top-flight standings with...
Mathias Laborda gave the hosts the lead on the stroke of halftime with a bullet header following a corner.
Suarez doubled the advantage just after the restart when he ran onto a loose ball and thumped a 25-yard left-footed effort into the far corner. The 35-year-old has now scored three times in five league outings since rejoining his boyhood club as a free agent last month, reports Xinhua.
Kevin Mendez reduced the deficit when his low attempt from 22 yards rebounded in off the right post.
But Camilo Candido put the result beyond doubt when he wrong-footed a defender with a deft touch before angling a shot into the bottom right corner.
Nacional lead the 16-team Uruguayan top-flight standings with...
- 9/5/2022
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, May 25 (Ians) Luis Suarez has slammed Ronald Koeman for lacking personality and also hit out at former Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu after winning La Liga with Atletico Madrid.
The 34-year-old striker was controversially allowed to leave Barca for domestic rivals Atletico after six successful seasons at Camp Nou.
Suarez responded by firing in 21 goals in 32 league matches for Atletico, including two in their final two matches in priceless wins against Osasuna and Real Valladolid, reports Dpa.
The Uruguay forward has regularly discussed how hurt he was by his Barca departure and looked at it from a fresh angle after showing his emotion when Atletico got over the line to claim league glory.
"I will always be grateful to Barcelona and I'm never going to go against Barcelona, they have given me everything and allowed me to get to the elite," Suarez said.
"But obviously the president [Bartomeu] said everything...
The 34-year-old striker was controversially allowed to leave Barca for domestic rivals Atletico after six successful seasons at Camp Nou.
Suarez responded by firing in 21 goals in 32 league matches for Atletico, including two in their final two matches in priceless wins against Osasuna and Real Valladolid, reports Dpa.
The Uruguay forward has regularly discussed how hurt he was by his Barca departure and looked at it from a fresh angle after showing his emotion when Atletico got over the line to claim league glory.
"I will always be grateful to Barcelona and I'm never going to go against Barcelona, they have given me everything and allowed me to get to the elite," Suarez said.
"But obviously the president [Bartomeu] said everything...
- 5/25/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, March 22 (Ians) Luis Suarez's 500th goal and a late penalty save from Jan Oblak were enough for Atletico Madrid to maintain their four-point lead at the top of La Liga.
Suarez's near-post header nine minutes into the second half was enough to give Atletico a 1-0 win at home to struggling Alaves on Sunday, and although Atletico kept the ball well to deny Alaves any clear chances, a flailing arm from Stefan Savic gifted the visitors a penalty six minutes from time.
Joselu hit his penalty hard, but Oblak guessed correctly to make a vital save to take his side one step closer to the title.
Fc Barcelona responded to the pressure in brilliant style as they demolished Real Sociedad in San Sebastian on a special day for Lionel Messi, who set a new record of 768 appearances for the club and celebrated with two more goals.
Former Real...
Suarez's near-post header nine minutes into the second half was enough to give Atletico a 1-0 win at home to struggling Alaves on Sunday, and although Atletico kept the ball well to deny Alaves any clear chances, a flailing arm from Stefan Savic gifted the visitors a penalty six minutes from time.
Joselu hit his penalty hard, but Oblak guessed correctly to make a vital save to take his side one step closer to the title.
Fc Barcelona responded to the pressure in brilliant style as they demolished Real Sociedad in San Sebastian on a special day for Lionel Messi, who set a new record of 768 appearances for the club and celebrated with two more goals.
Former Real...
- 3/22/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Bucharest, Feb 24 (Ians) Chelsea beat Atletico Madrid 1-0 in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League last 16 tie to take a big step towards the quarterfinals of the tournament.
What was Atletico's home leg had to be played in Bucharest due to a ban on flights from Britain to Spain to try and stop the spread of coronavirus variants.
Although that is a clear disadvantage for the Spanish side, the result only serves to highlight a drop of form which has seen them lose two and draw one of their last three games in all competitions, Xinhua reported.
Atletico coach Diego Simeone fielded a side that on paper looked to be attacking minded, with Luis Suarez, Joao Felix, and Angel Correa in attack, and Koke and Marcos Llorente in midfield, the reality was something different as the La Liga leaders were content to sit deep and defend for much of the first half.
What was Atletico's home leg had to be played in Bucharest due to a ban on flights from Britain to Spain to try and stop the spread of coronavirus variants.
Although that is a clear disadvantage for the Spanish side, the result only serves to highlight a drop of form which has seen them lose two and draw one of their last three games in all competitions, Xinhua reported.
Atletico coach Diego Simeone fielded a side that on paper looked to be attacking minded, with Luis Suarez, Joao Felix, and Angel Correa in attack, and Koke and Marcos Llorente in midfield, the reality was something different as the La Liga leaders were content to sit deep and defend for much of the first half.
- 2/24/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
Madrid, Feb 1 (Ians) Atletico Madrid extended their lead at the top of Laliga to 10 points in the 21st round of matches last weekend after a 4-2 win in Cadiz.
On Sunday, Luis Suarez opened the scoring with a free kick in the 28th minute only for Alvaro Negredo to equalise shortly thereafter, reports Xinhua news agency.
Saul's curling effort put Atletico ahead on the stroke of halftime. Cadiz would feel aggrieved as referee Gil Manzano didn't award them a penalty before the break after a clear handball from Koke.
Suarez put Atletico 3-1 ahead from the penalty spot after a clumsy tackle on Thomas Lemar, only for Negredo's scuffed shot to give Cadiz hope with 20 minutes left to play. Cadiz pressed hard for an equalizer in the closing minutes but Koke tapped home to seal the 4-2 win.
Real Madrid's title hopes took a further blow on Saturday when they...
On Sunday, Luis Suarez opened the scoring with a free kick in the 28th minute only for Alvaro Negredo to equalise shortly thereafter, reports Xinhua news agency.
Saul's curling effort put Atletico ahead on the stroke of halftime. Cadiz would feel aggrieved as referee Gil Manzano didn't award them a penalty before the break after a clear handball from Koke.
Suarez put Atletico 3-1 ahead from the penalty spot after a clumsy tackle on Thomas Lemar, only for Negredo's scuffed shot to give Cadiz hope with 20 minutes left to play. Cadiz pressed hard for an equalizer in the closing minutes but Koke tapped home to seal the 4-2 win.
Real Madrid's title hopes took a further blow on Saturday when they...
- 2/1/2021
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Madrid, Dec 21 (Ians) Real Madrid have moved up to the second spot in Laliga following a controversial 3-1 win away to Eibar.
First half goals from Karim Benzema and Luka Modric after an excellent start from Zinedine Zidane's side set them on their way to a fifth consecutive win on Sunday evening, but Kike Garcia's magnificent strike brought Eibar back into the game, reports Xinhua news agency.
Eibar should have had a penalty eight minutes from time when the ball clearly struck Sergio Ramos's elbow, which was away from his body, but neither the referee nor the Var decreed a penalty and with Eibar chasing an equaliser, Lucas Vazquez added a third for Madrid on the counter-attack.
Atletico Madrid remains six points clear at the top of Laliga with a 3-1 win at home to Elche on Saturday afternoon.
Luis Suarez opened the scoring four minutes from halftime and...
First half goals from Karim Benzema and Luka Modric after an excellent start from Zinedine Zidane's side set them on their way to a fifth consecutive win on Sunday evening, but Kike Garcia's magnificent strike brought Eibar back into the game, reports Xinhua news agency.
Eibar should have had a penalty eight minutes from time when the ball clearly struck Sergio Ramos's elbow, which was away from his body, but neither the referee nor the Var decreed a penalty and with Eibar chasing an equaliser, Lucas Vazquez added a third for Madrid on the counter-attack.
Atletico Madrid remains six points clear at the top of Laliga with a 3-1 win at home to Elche on Saturday afternoon.
Luis Suarez opened the scoring four minutes from halftime and...
- 12/21/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
Madrid, Dec 4 (Ians) Striker Luis Suarez will be able to rejoin his Atletico Madrid team-mates for training from Friday after he returned a negative Covid-19 test following his battle with the coronavirus.
The 33-year-old last played on November 13 during the international break for Uruguay and has not featured for Atletico in Laliga in just under a month after contracting the illness upon his return.
"Luis Suarez is to join the rest of the team in training on Friday after testing negative in Laliga's official Pcr test," the club confirmed in a statement.
"The Uruguayan, having followed the health protocols, has recovered from Covid-19 and is to join (Diego) Simeone and the team," it added.
The Uruguay international joined Atletico from Barcelona in the last transfer window and has scored five goals in six Laliga appearances for the Rojiblancos.
Atletico Madrid are next slated to take on Valladolid on Saturday.
--Ians...
The 33-year-old last played on November 13 during the international break for Uruguay and has not featured for Atletico in Laliga in just under a month after contracting the illness upon his return.
"Luis Suarez is to join the rest of the team in training on Friday after testing negative in Laliga's official Pcr test," the club confirmed in a statement.
"The Uruguayan, having followed the health protocols, has recovered from Covid-19 and is to join (Diego) Simeone and the team," it added.
The Uruguay international joined Atletico from Barcelona in the last transfer window and has scored five goals in six Laliga appearances for the Rojiblancos.
Atletico Madrid are next slated to take on Valladolid on Saturday.
--Ians...
- 12/4/2020
- by IANS
- GlamSham
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- 12/16/2018
- by Amanda Fox
- Monsters and Critics
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