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Business Upturn
40 minutes ago
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- Business Upturn
Did Emiliano Martinez say 'Yes' to Man United move? Here's what we know
World Cup winner with Argentina Emiliano Martinez has been rumoured to leave Aston Villa. By Ravi Kumar Jha Published on June 20, 2025, 10:05 IST Last updated June 20, 2025, 10:05 IST World Cup winner with Argentina Emiliano Martinez has been rumoured to leave Aston Villa and this rumour was circulating before the start of the summer transfer window. However, there are reports from some top journalist as well that the goalkeeper is in search of a new club. There is a growing speculations about him leaving the side and joining Man United even without European football. However, there's no stringent backing to this reports and Fabrizio Romano or David Ornstein have also been tight-lipped on this topic yet. World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has been at the centre of transfer rumours this summer, with reports suggesting he could be set to leave Aston Villa. Speculation regarding his future began circulating even before the start of the transfer window, and recent developments have only added fuel to the fire. Multiple sources have hinted that Martinez is exploring options for a potential move away from Villa Park. Among the most talked-about destinations is Manchester United, despite the club not offering European football in the upcoming season. However, these rumours remain largely unverified, with no confirmation from reliable journalists like Fabrizio Romano or David Ornstein, who have remained silent on the subject. According to the multiple reports, Martinez said, 'yes,' to Man United move but as there is no credible sources behind this, this is still considered to be just a rumour. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Ravi kumar jha is an undergraduate student in Bachelor of Arts in Multimedia and Mass Communication. A media enthusiast who has a strong hold on communication and he also has a genuine interest in sports. Ravi is currently working as a journalist at
News18
an hour ago
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- News18
CONCACAF Gold Cup 2025: Shaky USA Seal Quarterfinal Spot With 1-0 Win Over Saudi Arabia
Last Updated: Chris Richards' goal secured a 1-0 win for the U.S. over Saudi Arabia, advancing them to the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. Coach Pochettino kept the same lineup. Defender Chris Richards scored with a deft flick off a second-half free kick, propelling the United States to a 1-0 victory over Saudi Arabia on Thursday night and securing their spot in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. Richards skillfully tracked the ball as it curved into the box from a 62nd-minute free kick by Sebastian Berhalter, tapping it with his left foot past Saudi goalkeeper Nawaf Al Aquidi. Chris Richards gives the U.S. the lead! — Gold Cup (@GoldCup) June 20, 2025 This win, combined with the 1-1 draw between Trinidad and Tobago and Haiti in Group D's other match in Houston, guaranteed a knockout stage berth for the Americans. They now have an impressive record of 42 wins, one loss, and five draws in group play. The U.S., having topped their group in 16 of 17 Gold Cups, will conclude Group D play against Haiti on Sunday in Arlington, Texas. USA Lacking Proven Firepower U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino retained the same lineup that delivered a 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, marking the first time he made no changes in consecutive matches since taking charge last October. However, against 58th-ranked Saudi Arabia, the 16th-ranked Americans showcased little of the attacking prowess seen against the 100th-ranked Soca Warriors. The match, held before 11,727 spectators in a half-full Q2 Stadium, saw few goal-scoring opportunities for either team. The Americans managed only one shot in the first half, while Richards' speed covered for Alex Freeman's mistake to prevent Saudi Arabia from taking an early lead. Matt Freese earned his second consecutive start in goal for the U.S. and his third in four matches, seemingly having displaced Matt Turner. The Gold Cup serves as the last competitive test for the Americans ahead of the 2026 World Cup. As co-hosts with Mexico and Canada, the U.S. automatically qualifies for the World Cup. With many top players absent due to personal reasons, injuries, or participation in the Club World Cup, Pochettino selected a roster filled with relatively untested and unproven players. Regulars missing from the tournament for the U.S. include Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, Weston McKennie, Tim Weah, Gio Reyna, Antonee Robinson, Folarin Balogun, and Sergiño Dest. With AP Inputs First Published: June 20, 2025, 11:25 IST
Hamilton Spectator
an hour ago
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- Hamilton Spectator
US advances in CONCACAF Gold Cup but still a work in progress and inconsistent under Pochettino
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — The United States is moving to the knockout rounds at the CONCACAF Gold Cup, like it always does. Yet two wins in two matches have been far from consistent and still raise questions about the young squad coach Mauricio Pochettino is guiding into the quarterfinals. The Americans advanced out of Group D with a match still to play with Thursday night's 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia thanks to defender Chris Richards' left-footed goal off a free kick from Sebastian Berhalter. 'We need to be calm,' Pochettino said. 'This is the second victory in a row in the competition. We still need to be improve. The competition is going to be tougher.' Richards' goal was the lone moment of finesse from a U.S. attack that scored five goals against Trinidad and Tobago, and then looked mostly stagnant and stifled by Saudi Arabia on a steamy night in Texas. There were a couple of glaring defensive lapses, as well. Richards had to track back to save the U.S. from an early deficit when a mistake by Alex Freeman nearly surrendered a goal in the first half. The Americans' two wins in the tournament so far have come against a Trinidad and Tobago team ranked No. 100 in the world, and No. 58 Saudi Arabia. They will end Group D play Sunday against No. 83 Haiti in Arlington, Texas. Pochettino dismissed the low ranking for Saudi Arabia, noting its first-round victory over eventual champion Argentina in the 2022 World Cup. 'It wasn't an easy game. They are very competitive,' Pochettino said. 'They have quality.' The U.S. will have to navigate a tournament that will only get tougher with a roster Pochettino stitched together with many of the usual stars and starters sitting out for personal reasons, injuries or playing in the Club World Cup. Missing the tournament for the U.S. are regulars Christian Pulisic , Yunus Musah, Weston McKennie, Tim Weah, Gio Reyna, Antonee Robinson, Folarin Balogun and Sergiño Dest . And forward Haji Wright did not suit up for the match against Saudi Arabia because team officials said he has an 'issue' with his left Achilles tendon. The team did not elaborate. Richards, who scored his second career goal for the Americans, said he sees a roster that is growing as it navigates the Gold Cup in its last competitive matches before the 2026 World Cup, which the U.S. will co-host with Mexico and Canada. 'We're on to the next round. More than anything, we sent a statement to the rest of CONCACAF we're not taking anyone lightly,' Richards said. 'The Gold Cup is a lot longer than anything we've played in so far, but CONCACAF teams might not have as much quality, but they definitely have fight.' ___ AP soccer:
India.com
an hour ago
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- India.com
Captains with MOST ICC titles, it's not MS Dhoni or Ricky Ponting at top
A good captain in cricket is not that person who sets the field, he/she sets the tone to a whole generation. The sport events such as World Cup, T20 World Cup, and Champions Trophy of ICC are its largest stages. Very few leaders have been able to conquer them, leaving alone competing with them. With Steve Waugh as the captain, Australia won the ICC Cricket World Cup in 1999 and ICC KnockOut Trophy (currently known as the Champions trophy) in 2000. His emphasis on mental toughness and team cohesion laid the foundation for Australia's dominant era and served as a blueprint for future captains. Pat Cummins brought Australia to unprecedented success in 2023, when the team won ICC World Test Championship and ICC Cricket World Cup. The global prominence with the red ball and white ball in such a short period is one of the most unlikely aspects of the contemporary cricket game, and it makes the Cummins leadership outstanding. Darren Sammy wrote history as he became the first captain to clinch two ICC T20 World cups in 2012 and 2016. A leader by all means, he also inspired and made the ceremony after the 2016 final contain all emotions, with tears, and happiness, and dancing being remembered as one of the most recognised moments in cricket. The first skipper to lift an ICC title was Clive Lloyd and the West Indies won the ICC Cricket World Cup back to back in 1975 and 1979. His side had a ferocious batting and bowling combination, explosive, awe-inspiring and nearly unstoppable and that solidified the Caribbean influence in international cricket. A genuine cricketing star, Lloyd made a match winning 102 in the inaugural 1975 final to establish the tone of a West Indian dominance. Some of the achievements of MS Dhoni as a captain involve the ICC T20 World Cup in 2007, ICC Cricket World Cup in 2011 and ICC Champions Trophy in 2013. His influence is not confined to the silverware, however, and it is characterised by his ability to quietly remain calm in crunch situations, faith in the youth and a radicalisation of the white-ball game in India. Ricky Ponting has led Australia to win two ICC Cricket World Cups in 2003 and 2007 as well as ICC Champions Trophy titles in 2006 and 2009. Captaining the troops of a star-studded team comprising of the likes of Warne, McGrath and Gilchrist; Ponting transformed them into an invincible bowling team which believed in being aggressive, precise and an invincible and undying spirit. There is a record in his name as his team did not lose during the 2003 and the 2007 ODI World Cups. Among all women and men in the cricketing world, no captain has been able to conquer as many ICC titles as Meg Lanning. During her tenure, Australia won four world titles of the ICC Women T20 World cups (2014, 2018, 2020 and 2023) and the ICC Women Cricket World Cup in 2022.
New York Post
an hour ago
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- New York Post
USNMNT blank Saudi Arabia to reach CONCACAF GOLD Cup quarterfinals
AUSTIN, Texas — Defender Chris Richards scored with a flick of the ball off a second-half free kick to lift the United States to a 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia on Thursday night, sending the Americans on to the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals. Richards tracked the ball as it flew into the box on a curving free kick from Sebastian Berhalter in the 62nd minute to tap the ball with his left foot past Saudi Arabia goalkeeper Nawaf Al Aquidi. The win and the 1-1 draw between Trinidad and Tobago and Haiti in Group D's other match Thursday in Houston, clinched a knockout berth for the Americans, who improved to 42 wins, one loss and five draws in group play. The U.S. has won its group in 16 of 17 Gold Cups, and closes Group D play on Sunday against Haiti at Arlington, Texas. U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino stuck with the same lineup that produced a 5-0 win over Trinidad and Tobago on Sunday, the first time he made no changes in consecutive matches since taking over the program last October. But playing against No. 58 Saudi Arabia, the 16th-ranked Americans showed little of the attack firepower they displayed against the No. 100 Soca Warriors. The match saw few real chances on goal by either team. The Americans had just one shot in the first half. Richards' speed to track back to cover for Alex Freeman's mistake and block a shot kept Saudi Arabia from a 1-0 lead. Matt Freese got his second consecutive start in goal for the U.S. and third in four matches as he appears to have displaced Matt Turner. Chris Richards celebrates after scoring a goal in the U.S. men's soccer team's 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia in their CONCACAF Gold Cup match on June 19, 2025. Getty Images The Gold Cup represents the last competitive test for the Americans ahead of the 2026 World Cup. As co-host with Mexico and Canada, the U.S. is an automatic qualifier for the World Cup. The Americans limped into the Gold Cup on a four-match losing streak that included a 4-0 rout by Switzerland in their final tune-up. And with many of the top players either sitting out this tournament for personal reasons, injuries or playing in the Club World Cup, Pochettino selected a roster full of relatively untested and unproven players. Chris Richards (right) celebrates with the fans and his teammates during Team USA's 1-0 win over Saudi Arabia. Scott Wachter-Imagn Images Missing the tournament for the U.S. are regulars Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah, Weston McKennie, Tim Weah, Gio Reyna, Antonee Robinson, Folarin Balogun and Sergiño Dest,
