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The Star
29 minutes ago
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- The Star
Soccer-Botafogo and Inter Miami end European dominance at Club World Cup
Jun 19, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Inter Miami CF forward Lionel Messi (10) kicks the ball during the second half during a group stage match of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images PHILADELPHIA (Reuters) -Thirteen years of European dominance in intercontinental club football came to an end on Thursday as U.S. side Inter Miami defeated Porto 2-1 and Brazilians Botafogo beat Champions League winners Paris St Germain 1-0 at the revamped Club World Cup. Lionel Messi's stunning free kick secured victory for Inter Miami after they came back from a goal down against the Portuguese side, while South American champions Botafogo delivered a disciplined display to outmanoeuvre PSG. The results marked a seismic shift in a competition historically dominated by European sides, with the last non-European victory coming in 2012 when Brazil's Corinthians defeated Chelsea in the Club World Cup final. Botafogo's triumph was particularly striking. The Brazilian champions entered the tournament with ample preparation time, arriving in the United States weeks in advance and conducting an intensive training camp in Los Angeles. This stood in stark contrast to their gruelling schedule in December, when they had to play the final round of the Brazilian league before travelling to Qatar at the Intercontinental Cup with less than 72 hours to recover. Against PSG, Botafogo delivered a tactical masterclass. Their compact defensive formation frustrated the French champions, who enjoyed the lion's share of possession but struggled to create clear-cut chances. "The football graveyard is full of so-called favourites," said Botafogo's Portuguese coach Renato Paiva. His side's discipline and composure were evident throughout as they nullified PSG's attacking threats and capitalised on a rare opportunity to secure the win, netting the winner in a quick counter led by forward Igor Jesus in the first half. Earlier in the day, Inter Miami showcased resilience against Porto. After falling behind they rallied through Messi's brilliance, with the Argentinian forward curling a sensational free kick into the top corner to seal the comeback. Despite Porto enduring one of their poorest seasons in years, the victory was a significant statement by the MLS side on the global stage. The results appear to underline a shift in the competitive balance at the Club World Cup, with non-European teams benefiting from improved preparation and better scheduling. Brazil's Flamengo and Argentina's Boca Juniors will get the next chance to inflict defeats on European opposition on Friday when they face Chelsea and Bayern Munich. A victory for either of the South American clubs would further weaken Europe's grip on the tournament and show other teams from around the world they have nothing to fear from UEFA's elite. (Reporting by Fernando Kallas; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
Reuters
30 minutes ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Botafogo and Inter Miami end European dominance at Club World Cup
PHILADELPHIA, June 20 (Reuters) - Thirteen years of European dominance in intercontinental club football came to an end on Thursday as U.S. side Inter Miami defeated Porto 2-1 and Brazilians Botafogo beat Champions League winners Paris St Germain 1-0 at the revamped Club World Cup. Lionel Messi's stunning free kick secured victory for Inter Miami after they came back from a goal down against the Portuguese side, while South American champions Botafogo delivered a disciplined display to outmanoeuvre PSG. The results marked a seismic shift in a competition historically dominated by European sides, with the last non-European victory coming in 2012 when Brazil's Corinthians defeated Chelsea in the Club World Cup final. Botafogo's triumph was particularly striking. The Brazilian champions entered the tournament with ample preparation time, arriving in the United States weeks in advance and conducting an intensive training camp in Los Angeles. This stood in stark contrast to their gruelling schedule in December, when they had to play the final round of the Brazilian league before travelling to Qatar at the Intercontinental Cup with less than 72 hours to recover. Against PSG, Botafogo delivered a tactical masterclass. Their compact defensive formation frustrated the French champions, who enjoyed the lion's share of possession but struggled to create clear-cut chances. "The football graveyard is full of so-called favourites," said Botafogo's Portuguese coach Renato Paiva. His side's discipline and composure were evident throughout as they nullified PSG's attacking threats and capitalised on a rare opportunity to secure the win, netting the winner in a quick counter led by forward Igor Jesus in the first half. Earlier in the day, Inter Miami showcased resilience against Porto. After falling behind they rallied through Messi's brilliance, with the Argentinian forward curling a sensational free kick into the top corner to seal the comeback. Despite Porto enduring one of their poorest seasons in years, the victory was a significant statement by the MLS side on the global stage. The results appear to underline a shift in the competitive balance at the Club World Cup, with non-European teams benefiting from improved preparation and better scheduling. Brazil's Flamengo and Argentina's Boca Juniors will get the next chance to inflict defeats on European opposition on Friday when they face Chelsea and Bayern Munich. A victory for either of the South American clubs would further weaken Europe's grip on the tournament and show other teams from around the world they have nothing to fear from UEFA's elite.
Hindustan Times
31 minutes ago
- Sport
- Hindustan Times
Soccer-Botafogo and Inter Miami end European dominance at Club World Cup
PHILADELPHIA -Thirteen years of European dominance in intercontinental club football came to an end on Thursday as U.S. side Inter Miami defeated Porto 2-1 and Brazilians Botafogo beat Champions League winners Paris St Germain 1-0 at the revamped Club World Cup. Lionel Messi's stunning free kick secured victory for Inter Miami after they came back from a goal down against the Portuguese side, while South American champions Botafogo delivered a disciplined display to outmanoeuvre PSG. The results marked a seismic shift in a competition historically dominated by European sides, with the last non-European victory coming in 2012 when Brazil's Corinthians defeated Chelsea in the Club World Cup final. Botafogo's triumph was particularly striking. The Brazilian champions entered the tournament with ample preparation time, arriving in the United States weeks in advance and conducting an intensive training camp in Los Angeles. This stood in stark contrast to their gruelling schedule in December, when they had to play the final round of the Brazilian league before travelling to Qatar at the Intercontinental Cup with less than 72 hours to recover. Against PSG, Botafogo delivered a tactical masterclass. Their compact defensive formation frustrated the French champions, who enjoyed the lion's share of possession but struggled to create clear-cut chances. "The football graveyard is full of so-called favourites," said Botafogo's Portuguese coach Renato Paiva. His side's discipline and composure were evident throughout as they nullified PSG's attacking threats and capitalised on a rare opportunity to secure the win, netting the winner in a quick counter led by forward Igor Jesus in the first half. Earlier in the day, Inter Miami showcased resilience against Porto. After falling behind they rallied through Messi's brilliance, with the Argentinian forward curling a sensational free kick into the top corner to seal the comeback. Despite Porto enduring one of their poorest seasons in years, the victory was a significant statement by the MLS side on the global stage. The results appear to underline a shift in the competitive balance at the Club World Cup, with non-European teams benefiting from improved preparation and better scheduling. Brazil's Flamengo and Argentina's Boca Juniors will get the next chance to inflict defeats on European opposition on Friday when they face Chelsea and Bayern Munich. A victory for either of the South American clubs would further weaken Europe's grip on the tournament and show other teams from around the world they have nothing to fear from UEFA's elite.
India Today
an hour ago
- Sport
- India Today
Club World Cup: Vintage Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami's win vs Porto, Botafogo stuns PSG
Lionel Messi rolled back the years as he helped guide Inter Miami to a historic win over FC Porto in the FIFA Club World Cup clash on Friday, June 20. The footballing icon produced yet another magical free-kick to give his side a 2-1 victory over the Portuguese from a goalless draw in their opening fixture against Al Ahly, Inter Miami came out with a point to prove and toppled the Portuguese giants in what was a landmark win. It marked the first time a CONCACAF team had defeated a European side in an official took an early lead after earning a penalty, which Samuel Aghehowa converted. However, Miami's Venezuelan winger, Telasco Segovia, levelled the scores early in the second half, latching onto a cross from Marcelo Weigandt and finishing confidently. But it was Messi who ultimately stole the spotlight, delivering a trademark free-kick from just outside the penalty area to put his team ahead-an advantage they held onto until the final to the media post-match, Messi revealed the team was determined to bounce back from their opening draw and make a statement."It's a great joy. A lot of effort went into it, and we worked very well. I'm very happy. We were left with a bitter taste after the first match. We thought we could have won it," Messi his stunning set-piece, Messi kept his explanation simple, attributing the goal to noticing a gap left by the took advantage of the space left by the goalkeeper, who was standing still and not covering his post. I tried to score there,' he UPSET OF THE SEASON?The reigning UEFA Champions League winners, Paris Saint-Germain, were left stunned after suffering a shock defeat to Brazilian top-flight champions though PSG rotated their squad slightly, the side still featured the likes of Dsir Dou, Gonalo Ramos, and Warren Zare-Emery. Yet the French giants failed to find their rhythm and ultimately paid the Jesus scored the only goal of the match in the 36th minute. A well-timed through ball from Jefferson Savarino split the defence, allowing Jesus to cut past the final defenders and squeeze a shot past the keeper. Though the ball took a deflection, it managed to roll over the held on to their lead for the remainder of the game. PSG had their chances, including a 79th-minute goal that was ruled out for MADRID BACK TO WINNING WAYSAfter being outclassed by PSG in their opener, Atltico Madrid roared back into form. Pablo Barrios scored a brace and Axel Witsel added another in a commanding 3-1 win over MLS side Seattle opened the scoring in the 11th minute, smashing the ball in from the box after being set up by Giovanni who came on at halftime, scored shortly after. A long-range effort from Marcos Llorente struck the crossbar, and the Belgian international was on hand to tap in the conceding a goal to the Sounders, Barrios struck again to put the result beyond doubt and ensure Atltico returned to winning Reel
Business Recorder
an hour ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
Euro 2028 among events to benefit as UK govt pledges $1.2 billion investment in sport
The UK government has pledged to spend more than 900 million pounds ($1.21 billion) to improve grassroots sporting infrastructure and support major events in the country such as Euro 2028, the Department for Culture, Media and Sport said. More than 500 million pounds would be used to support the delivery of world-class events, including next year's European athletics championships and the start of the men's and women's races of the Tour de France in 2027. 'This major backing for world-class events will drive economic growth across the country, delivering on our Plan for Change,' Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy said in a statement on Thursday. Messi guides Inter Miami to historic victory over Porto at Club World Cup Affirming a commitment made by Nandy's predecessor Lucy Frazer in 2023, the government will also invest at least 400 million pounds in communities around the country to build new or upgrade existing grassroots sports facilities.
