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Liverpool's pre-season friendly against Las Palmas concluded with a 0-0 draw at Anfield, a match played behind closed doors. Ben Doak emerged as the standout player, earning an 8/10 rating for his impressive performance. Despite the lack of goals, Doak's display highlighted his potential future role in the team. Harvey Elliott and Darwin Nunez were less impactful, while Wataru Endo fell short of expectations.

Juventus and Napoli gear up for an exciting clash in the 2024 Serie A's fifth matchday on September 22. Set in Torino's Allianz Stadium, both teams grapple with key injuries but aim to showcase strong performances. Expect thrilling attacks led by Federico Chiesa for Juventus and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for Napoli.

Fiorentina's coach Raffaele Palladino discusses his unconventional decision to reposition Lucas Martinez Quarta from defense to midfield during a Conference League match. Emphasizing Martinez Quarta's adaptability and technical prowess, Palladino reveals this move as part of a broader strategy to enhance the squad's effectiveness. This experiment follows Fiorentina's recent defeat but promises a revival for the team's ongoing successful Serie A campaign.

Egyptian football star Ahmed Refaat has tragically passed away at the age of 31 after suffering a cardiac arrest. Refaat, who played for Modern Future FC in the Egyptian Premier League, had struggled with heart issues since March. Fellow Egyptian player Mohamed Salah and other figures in the football world have shared touching tributes to honor his legacy.

The BBC has rolled out a new Pidgin language service targeting digital platforms for West and Central Africa. Pidgin, spoken extensively across the area, will be used to deliver news, current affairs, culture, and more, produced from a hub in Lagos with additional input from Ghana and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the BBC's significant expansion effort backed by a 2016 funding increase.