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Arab League’s proposed joint force: an attempt to turn talk into hard power DOHA — The Arab League’s revival of a long-talked-about idea — a joint military force under a central command — is less a sudden pivot than the latest sign of a region wrestling with the limits of its collective muscle. The plan, reportedly first tabled by Egypt, would stitch together land, sea, air and special operations units from member states into a standing capability the league says could respond quickly to crises across the Middle East and…

Why Ethiopia’s rebuke of the Arab League matters beyond a diplomatic spat When Ethiopia’s ambassador to Somalia, Suleiman Dedefo, posted a withering critique of the Arab League this week — asking whether the bloc had become “an instrument executing Egypt’s anti-Ethiopia policy” — he did more than punt a regional insult into cyberspace. The message tapped into a deeper, increasingly fraught debate over water, sovereignty and how international institutions choose sides when resources and livelihoods collide. The immediate…

Grimsby Town Stuns Manchester United in a Cup Shock for the Ages In a heart-stopping encounter that will echo through the annals of football history, fourth-tier Grimsby Town triumphed over Manchester United in a monumental upset during the second round of the English League Cup. The setting was Blundell Park, a modest venue with a capacity of 9,000, but on this night, it felt like the center of the football universe. The Underdogs' Triumph The tale began with humble Grimsby, a team proud of its roots and brimming with…

In a nail-biting finish to their UEFA Nations League qualifiers, a fresh-faced Spanish team clinched a thrilling 3-2 victory over Switzerland, all thanks to an injury-time penalty orchestrated by none other than substitute Bryan Zaragoza.When Zaragoza calmly delivered the ball to the net, it topped off a match filled with twists and turns that had spectators on the edge of their seats. The Spanish emergence showcased coach Luis de la Fuente's willingness to experiment, as he fielded debutants Aitor Paredes, Samu, and Pablo…

In a blitz of breathtaking football, Tim Kleindienst and Florian Wirtz each notched a brace as Germany obliterated Bosnia and Herzegovina with a crushing 7-0 victory on Saturday, clinching the top spot in Group A3.The Germans sprang to life early in their final home fixture of the year, hinting at a sizzling encounter with Joshua Kimmich delivering a pinpoint cross that Jamal Musiala expertly nodded into the net’s right corner, setting the stage for a commanding performance.The home team took control of the game, hemming in…

Spain has clinched a chance to defend its UEFA Nations League championship, securing a spot in the quarterfinals with a nail-biting 2-1 victory away over Denmark in Group 4. Sounds snazzy, right? Let's dive into the juicy details! Mikel Oyarzabal kicked things off in the 15th minute, displaying some fancy footwork. After a dazzling play, he received a smooth pass from Ayoze Perez, allowing him to slot the ball home with his right foot. Quick as a cat, eh? Perez was on a roll! Earlier in the match, he rattled the crossbar…

In a hard-fought clash on a Wednesday night of UEFA Champions League action, Inter Milan snatched a narrow 1-0 triumph over Arsenal, thanks to a coolly taken penalty by Hakan Calhanoglu. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid secured a last-gasp victory, edging past Paris Saint-Germain 2-1 with a 93rd-minute strike. With this victory, the Italian title-holders maintain their undefeated streak, firmly positioned at fifth place. At the midpoint of the freshly introduced league format, they boast a…

The Champions League served up some dramatic surprises this week as two European titans, Real Madrid and Manchester City, were humbled on Tuesday.Real Madrid, last year's champions, took a beating on home turf with a 3-1 loss to AC Milan. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland missed a crucial penalty as Manchester City, after initially securing a lead four minutes in, crumbled to a 4-1 defeat against Sporting Lisbon. Adding an interesting twist, Lisbon's coach is set to switch allegiance to City’s neighbors soon.Liverpool, on the other…

This past week was a rollercoaster for Manchester United, culminating in a 1-1 stalemate with Chelsea and the grim announcement that the club has experienced its worst league beginning in nearly four decades. Moises Caicedo’s sensational long-range volley salvaged a point for Chelsea, leaving United stranded on a mere 12 points — the lowest tally after ten games since the infamous 1986-87 season, according to Opta, the Premier League’s data supplier. Interesting enough, this was the same year when Alex Ferguson took charge,…

In a thrilling encounter, Liverpool narrowly edged out Chelsea with a 2-1 victory, maintaining their slender lead atop the Premier League. Curtis Jones, who truly stole the show with a standout performance, had a big role in securing this win. By clinching this victory, Liverpool managed to hold a one-point lead over Manchester City and surged four points clear of both Arsenal and Aston Villa.Despite facing a sprightly Chelsea squad, Liverpool found it challenging to string together cohesive plays. However, Jones was…