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Turkiye bounced back from their earlier 6-1 drubbing by Austria to clinch a spot in the quarter-finals of Euro 2024. Vincenzo Montella lauded the fervor and resilience of the Turkiye squad after their recent win in Leipzig. A brace from Merih Demiral catapulted Montella's team into the quarter-finals for the first time since 2008. "Surrender was never an option," Montella declared. "Every player dug deep, showcasing the spirit required in such moments." "Their conviction was palpable. I could extol their virtues…

Despite a shaky start, England managed only a single win in their group matches and narrowly dodged elimination in the previous round, they now proceed with renewed vigor into the quarter-finals. Gareth Southgate praised England's unity and resolve, yet conceded that enhancements are essential before their forthcoming clash against Switzerland in Euro 2024. Although tipped for success, the Three Lions have yet to dazzle in Germany, eking out a solitary victory in Group B. In a dramatic sequence, Jude Bellingham delivered…

Ukraine will clash with Romania this Monday, marking their major tournament debut post-2022 Russian incursion. Serhiy Rebrov, the team's coach, hinted at a robust show of national resilience during the Euro 2024 opener. Having secured their place amidst the somber shadows of the ongoing conflict, Ukraine's spirit remains undeterred. Rebrov shared, "Our soldiers and compatriots battling on the front lines buoy our morale. They inspire us to manifest the indomitable Ukrainian spirit on the field." This sentiment magnifies the…

Following Nico Estevez's exit, Peter Luccin steps up to redirect FC Dallas’ course, beginning his journey against St. Louis City this Saturday. On June 9, Dallas cut ties with Estevez after the team languished near the Western Conference's base, securing no victories in five outings. The club appointed Luccin as the interim coach, hoping his debut brings a fresh dynamism to the team. "Acknowledging the past's positives is crucial. We've laid down a robust foundation," Luccin mentioned. "There’s palpable devotion I see,…

Toronto (AX) — The memory of the vibrant Somali-Canadian journalist Hodan Nalayeh was celebrated with great devotion on May 29, marking the third annual Legacy Day at Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School. A modest gathering morphed into a dynamic hub of celebration, attracting students, families, educators, and local dignitaries to honor Nalayeh's lasting influence. A Growing Tradition Barwaaqo Nalayeh, Hodan's sister, mused over the event's evolution. "In just three years, Legacy Day has skyrocketed in both size and…

Nick Cushing is excited about the recent energy and camaraderie within New York City FC before their upcoming match against Philadelphia Union. Cushing praised the unity shown by his team as they aim to continue their impressive run against a struggling Philadelphia Union. Despite a shaky start to the MLS season, New York has only lost once in their last seven matches, with a 3-2 win over Toronto FC being their fourth victory in five games. "We are training exceptionally well," Cushing said. "Our level of intensity and…

Bayern Munich ventures to Santiago Bernabeu to challenge Real Madrid in the second leg of the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday. Thomas Tuchel looks to his Bayern Munich squad to rediscover their youthful spirit as they battle Real Madrid on Wednesday after a 2-2 draw in Munich last week. Bayer Leverkusen ended Bayern's 11-year reign as Bundesliga champions last month, leaving the six-time European Cup winners with only the Champions League to fight for this season. Tuchel spoke with his players at an empty…

Former Zambian President Kenneth Kaunda is due to be buried next Wednesday. At the podium, this Friday 2 July, the current president Edgar Lungu was whistled during his speech. Zambia is organizing a one-and-a-half-month presidential election in a tense climate "on the brink of a human rights crisis", according to Amnesty International, which criticizes the repressive methods of the six-year-old head of…

Burkinabé singer Kady Diarra releases an album titled "Burkina Hakili". © Ikandapeye Between Africa and Europe, Kady Diarra adopts the numerous points of her identification that she interprets musically by means of Burkina Hakili, the third album by this Burkinabe singer who has lived in France for nearly 20 years. "It is bizarre to know that everybody can go to sleep throughout the day." When she talks in regards…

These days, Benin is celebrating 30 years of its constitution. A text that was revised in 2019, which the opposition still disputes. This Monday, December 14, opponents met for the time being and demanded that we return to the spirit and the letter of the 1990 Constitution that had made Benin a model. as reported from Cotonou,…