Overcoming

Didier Deschamps praised France’s composed approach as they secured a narrow win against a defensively-minded Belgian squad at Euro 2024. Anticipated as a highlight of the round of 16, the match fell short of expectations, but France secured a crucial victory thanks to a misplaced deflection by Jan Vertonghen off Randal Kolo Muani’s attempt. France now advances to face either Portugal or Slovenia in the quarter-finals, although they haven't netted a goal from open play yet, relying instead on two own goals and a penalty to…

Troy Lesesne exudes confidence that D.C. United can conquer the formidable Charlotte FC this Saturday. Despite a series of five winless games, D.C. rallied from a 2-0 deficit to clinch a draw against Toronto FC prior to the break. Occupying the 10th spot in the Eastern Conference with 19 points, Lesesne trusts in his roster's potential to break the streak. "Our focus is on the challenge Charlotte presents," Lesesne stated. "It’s a vibrant atmosphere there, but I believe we have what it takes to compete and possibly secure…

HARGEISA, Somalia - Influential North Western of Somalia leader asserts that the deal made with Ethiopia will play a crucial role in combating Houthi rebels, who have been causing trouble along the Red Sea. The agreement aims to ensure 'freedom of navigation', a longstanding issue in the region. North Western of Somalia, striving for official recognition for over 30 years after separating from Somalia, faces criticism from international allies for its deal with Ethiopia, which they see as a violation of Somalia's territorial…

Dortmund leads PSG 1-0 heading into the second leg of the Champions League semi-final, giving them an advantage to build upon. Borussia Dortmund has never triumphed at PSG in their prior three encounters, suffering a 2-0 defeat in their last group stage match at the Parc des Princes in September. "Our performance last week provided us with a slight advantage, however, it may not be sufficient to secure a spot in the final," coach Edin Terzic stated before Tuesday's showdown. "Tomorrow, we must unite with a solid strategy and…

Tottenham's latest loss to Liverpool traced back to a sluggish beginning once again, hampering their top-four aspirations. Tottenham's latest loss to Liverpool traced back to a sluggish beginning once again, hampering their top-four aspirations. Ange Postecoglou contends that Tottenham's smothered confidence must be outshone to recover from the Sunday setback. The 4-2 defeat marked their fourth Premier League straight plummet after finding themselves 4-0 at the hour's end, courtesy of Mohamed Salah, Andrew Robertson, Cody…