Tag: CAF Confederation Cup

Chelsea beat Palmeiras 2-1 on a late own goal by Agustín Giay to reach the Club World Cup semifinals, where they'll face Fluminense — featuring former captain Thiago Silva — on July 8. Estêvão Willian, who scored for Palmeiras, joins Chelsea next season.

Nicki Minaj’s scheduled concert in Manchester was postponed after Dutch authorities detained her at Schiphol Airport over marijuana possession. Live Nation has reassured fans the event will be rescheduled, and tickets will remain valid. Nicki shared her frustration on Twitter, suggesting the delay was out of spite. The incident forms part of her 'Pink Friday 2' tour, which includes European stops.

Marco Reus, a pivotal figure in German soccer, will be leaving Borussia Dortmund following the 2023-2024 season. Reus has been instrumental in the club's success over more than a decade, including German Cup victories and a Champions League final appearance.

In a compelling comeback, England's cricket team battled back on the first day of the third Test against New Zealand in Hamilton, thanks to stellar performances by bowlers Matthew Potts and Gus Atkinson. Potts dismantled key batsman Kane Williamson for the fourth time in a string of games, and Atkinson applied pressure akin to James Anderson's style. Despite New Zealand's strong start, they concluded the day at 315-9, with England poised for a series sweep.

Novak Djokovic has triumphed at the 2024 Paris Olympics, finally securing the elusive gold medal in men's singles tennis by defeating Spain's Carlos Alcaraz. The historic victory completes Djokovic's career 'golden slam,' making him only the fifth player in history to achieve this rare feat. His win further solidifies his legendary status in the global tennis arena.