San Diego native Maddie Mercado scored the game-winning goal in the 29th minute as Seattle Reign FC defeated San Diego Wave FC 1-0 at Lumen Field on Sunday evening. The 25-year-old forward has now scored in both matches against her hometown team this season.
Mercado has continued her breakout season for Seattle, leading the team with eight goals. Claudia ****** ey had a standout performance between the posts, logging six saves and securing a clean sheet before leaving the match late due to an injury. Reign backup goalkeeper Cassie Miller replaced ****** ey late in the match.
Since returning from the summer break, Seattle remains unbeaten at home and has entered the playoff picture with this result. They handed San Diego its first loss since early August, snapping its two-game win streak. Wave FC is now tied for third place in the standings alongside the NC Courage and Utah Royals, with 39 points.
San Diego played with 10 players for most of the match after rookie defender Mimi Van Zanten made a questionable challenge during a Seattle transition play. Van Zanten and Kennedy Wesley were the last line of defense, and Van Zanten tripped Maddie Dahlien far away from the net.
After further review, the referee deemed the play a denial of an obvious goal-scoring opportunity and gave her a red card in the 13th minute. Wave head coach Jonas Eidevall looked to his bench for defensive help, subbing on Brooklyn Courtnall for skilled forward Melanie Barcenas.

#mercado

As the No. 3 overall pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Cameron Boozer joins the Memphis Grizzlies after a historic freshman campaign at Duke.
Boozer was the consensus National Player of the Year, averaging 22.5 points, 10.2 rebounds and 4.1 ****** ists while shooting 39.1% from 3-point range. He is the only freshman in history to tally at least 700 points, 300 rebounds and 100 ****** ists in a single season.
The 6-foot-8 Boozer ranked second in the country in points (855), second in field goals (290), third in rebounds (389) and fifth in free throws (221). He was also tied for the most double-doubles with 22, becoming just the second Duke freshman to reach that total in a season.
Boozer is the second player drafted with the No. 3 pick in franchise history. He is one of seven Blue Devils to be selected third, joining Christian Laettner (1992), Grant Hill (1994), Mike Dunleavy Jr. (2002), Jahlil Okafor (2015), Jayson Tatum (2017) and RJ Barrett (2019).
The son of former 13-year veteran Carlos Boozer debuted with the Grizzlies in summer league, averaging 18.5 points, eight rebounds, 3.7 ****** ists and 1.8 steals. He was named to the All-Summer League first team, ranking second in points (111) among all players in Las Vegas.

#boozer #rebounds #assists

SEATTLE - An early second-half goal proved to be the night's only offense as the Houston Dash fell 1-0 to the Seattle Reign on Sunday night at Lumen Field.
Maddie Dahlien scored on an **** ist from Maddie Mercado in the 52nd minute, giving Seattle (8-4-8, 28 points) all it would need to hand Houston (7-5-9, 26) consecutive losses on the West Coast. The Dash lost to Bay FC on a late goal last weekend in San Jose, Calif.
The Dash had just one shot on goal to the Reign's five, and Seattle enjoyed 57% possession to largely control the match.
The Dash next play the Orlando Pride at 6 p.m. Sunday in Florida. Houston's next home game is Saturday, Sept. 12, when the Utah Royals visit Shell Energy Stadium for a 7:45 p.m. kickoff.
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#Seattle #houston #next

ATLANTA (AP) — Idan Toklomati and Liel Abada each scored a goal, Kristijan Kahlina had three saves, and Charlotte FC beat Atlanta United 2-0 on Saturday night.
Allan Saint-Maximin, a designated player and former French youth international who signed with Charlotte on July 13, finished with two ****** ists.
Charlotte (10-7-5) is unbeaten in four straight and has just one loss in its last nine games.
Saint-Maximin, on the counter-attack, darted past a defender and bounced a cross from the left side to the back post, where Pep Biel played a first-touch pass back to Toklomati for a sliding finish from point-blank range to open the scoring in the 22nd minute. It was the first goal contribution in MLS for Saint-Maximin in his fourth career appearance.
Atlanta (6-13-3) had its longest win streak of the season snapped at three games.

#maximin #toklomati #goal #back

Back home.
After days of speculation, Franck Kessié's return to Atalanta Bergamo is now official!
Available on a free transfer since the end of his contract with Al-Ahli, the Ivorian midfielder had made Serie A his top priority for the next step in his career.
Although Juventus were also among the interested clubs, the 29-year-old ultimately chose Atalanta Bergamo, where he had already played from 2015 to 2017.
It was during that first spell, in fact, that he made his name in European football, which quickly earned him a move to AC Milan, where he notably won the Italian ***** le.

#kessi #ahli #serie

Roster cuts are beginning to fly left and right, but Pittsburgh Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger believes one underrated running back deserves to make the 53-man squad.
On a new episode of Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger, Lew Nichols earned massive praise for his high level of play this past month, with Big Ben arguing that he should make a 53-man roster, whether it's with Pittsburgh or elsewhere.
"Nichols ran awesome last night," Roethlisberger said. "I think he, maybe, like said 'Hey hey, don't forget about me'. I think he did enough last night to get himself a job. If not here, somewhere, but I think here."
Nichols signed with the Green Bay Packers as an undrafted free agent in 2023 and was released by the team in September of his rookie year. After off-and-on stints with the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad from 2023 to 2025, Nichols joined the Steelers in July 2025.
While Nichols was ultimately waived by Pittsburgh as part of the final roster cuts, he was brought back via the Steelers' practice squad and even made his NFL debut in 2025 against the Indianapolis Colts.

#pittsburgh #think #cuts

COL 6 – IND 3
Box Score
The Columbus Clippers took on the Indianapolis Indians Friday night. Justin Campbell had the start for Columbus, throwing 3.0 innings of scoreless baseball. Campbell allowed three hits and struck out five. Rorik Maltrud improved to 6-1 on the season, throwing 5.1 innings. Maltrud allowed three runs on three hits and two walks. He struck out two batters. Franco Aleman closed the game, finishing the last two outs of the ninth inning. Aleman allowed a hit and struck out one.
Columbus scored six runs on eight hits. In the first inning, they put up five runs. Cooper Ingle drew a lead off walk. Daniel Schneemann reached on a single and Kahlil Watson drew a walk to load the bases. Kyle Manzardo doubled on a liner to left, scoring Ingle and Schneemann. With runners on second and third, who else but Ralphy Velazquez. Ralphy launched a three run home run 402 feet to right center.
In the top of the eighth, Alfonsin Rosario drew a walk and scored on Cooper Ingle's one-out single to right for the final out.

#three

When two sides argue, the third is the one who benefits. And this time, nothing could be more true.
Franck Kessié has been pushing for weeks to return to Italy after his stint in Saudi Arabia with Al Ahli, and the two teams most interested seemed to be Roma and Juventus.
The Bianconeri, however, pulled out just this morning due to the difficult financial situation.
And for the same reason, Roma likely has to pull out as well. The Ivorian midfielder's demands are not easy to meet, even though he's a free agent.
Furthermore, according to Gianluca Di Marzio, Atalanta are very close to bringing the former AC Milan and Barcelona player back to the Nerazzurri. This time, however, Gian Piero Gasperini won't be there to welcome him.

#time

Sky Sport Italia reports that Franck Kessié has decided against joining Juventus and has informed the Serie A giants about his decision.
Former Milan and Atalanta midfielder Kessié won't join Juventus this summer.
TORONTO, ONTARIO – JUNE 20: Franck Kessié #8 of Cote d'Ivoire celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E match between Germany and Cote D'Ivoire at Toronto Stadium on June 20, 2026 in Toronto, Ontario. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
The Ivory Coast international is available as a free agent after his contract with Al-Ahli expired this past June.
Juventus had been in talks with his entourage for over a month, with the two parties even meeting face-to-face in Milan earlier this week.

#franck #Milan #ontario #cote

As Ollie Watkins continues to be linked to Saudi Pro League side, Al-Hilal, many Aston Villa fans will wonder why this could turn their centre forward's head.
Saudi football expert Mohamed Qutob told Radio WM that the Saudi side are in the market to replace five-time Champions League winner, Karim Benzema.
"They're a little disappointed with their main man. They want a replacement and Ollie Watkins is top of the list," said Qutob.
"What we also know is the Saudis have plenty of money. If they really, really need Ollie, they might be able to match the valuation after all."
One English forward who was tempted to join the Saudi Pro League was Ivan Toney, who has gone on to win back-to-back Asian Champions League ****** les with Al-Ahli, whilst also still being called up to Thomas Tuchel's England squad.

#qutob #hilal

Newcastle United host Liverpool at St James' Park on Sunday evening in Matthias Jaissle's first competitive match in charge, at the end of a summer defined by significant upheaval on Tyneside.
Jaissle arrives from Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League to replace Eddie Howe, who left the club after the start of pre-season. He inherits a squad that has sold Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon for a combined fee in excess of £240m, alongside the earlier departure of Kieran Trippier to Wolves.
Joelinton is the most notable absentee. Jaissle confirmed the midfielder is out with a groin injury but should return within a couple of weeks. Tino Livramento remains sidelined with a calf problem that forced him to withdraw from England's World Cup squad, and Fabian Schär is also being monitored for fitness. Lewis Miley made his first appearance since breaking his leg in last weekend's 2–1 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, but whether he is ready to start remains uncertain.
Sean Steur is expected to be handed his full debut in central midfield, though fellow new signing Aladji Bamba offers a genuine alternative in the same role. Amar Dedic, Malick Thiaw and Sven Botman continue to bed in alongside captain Lewis Hall at the back. Anthony Elanga and Harvey Barnes provide the width, with Yoane Wissa operating just behind William Osula, who leads the line. Lukas Hornicek continues in goal, having established himself as the club's first-choice option this summer.
Newcastle United possible starting XI (4-2-3-1): Hornicek; Dedic, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Ramsey, Steur; Elanga, Wissa, Barnes; Osula

#first #lewis #steur #botman

Rolly Romero vs. Teofimo Lopez will collide later TONIGHT (Sat., Aug. 22, 2026) for Rolly's WBA Welterweight ******* le inside T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, streaming live on DAZN PPV. The fight will be Romero's first chance to defend the strap he won last year by defeating Ryan Garcia. For Lopez, this is his chance to get back on track after coughing up his WBO and The Ring Light Welterweight ******* les to Shakur Stevenson in his last outing.
Many readers check in before, during and after the fights to share their thoughts on all of the action, as the main card kicks off at 8 p.m. ET on DAZN PPV. Feel free to leave a comment (or several) about the bouts and chat with all the other Maniacs during the show — it's always a lot of fun!
In the co-main event of the evening, Victor Santillan (16-2) will defend his interim Super Bantamweight ******* le against Gary Antonio Russell, while Carlos Utria (14-0) will face off against Israel Mercado (13-1-2) in a 140-pound affair.
147 lbs.: Rolly Romero vs. Teofimo Lopez
160 lbs.: Yoenli Hernandez vs. Francisco Veron
122 lbs.: Victor Santillan vs. Gary Antonio Russell – Gary Antonio Russell via unanimous decision
140 lbs.: Carlos Utria vs. Israel Mercado – Ultria via unanimous decision
160 lbs.: Marco Romero vs. Kahlil Mitchell – Romero via first-round TKO
154 lbs.: Joseph Brown vs. Alton Wiggins – Brown via unanimous decision
140 lbs.: Also Blancas vs. Ricky Mamone Blancas via unanimous decision
147 lbs.: Benjamin Johnson vs. Jose Rodriguez Johnson via unanimous decision
Coming soon …

#lopez #gary #rolly

RB Leipzig travel to Regionalliga side Eintracht Trier in the first round of the DFB-Pokal. Martin Demichelis saw his side finish the pre-season with a defeat at his former club FC Bayern Munich last week.
The Argentine's first lineup includes no new signings, as Maxim Esteve is out with thigh problems, while Rocco Reitz only joined pre-season training late. Tidiam Gomis replaces the injured Romulo as Conrad Harder starts on the bench in what could be his last appearance in Leipzig colors.
Trier: Wechsel; Held, Spang ©, Pelzer, Dittrich; Wähling, Kritzer, Rahn, Singer, Gaida; Sausen
Leipzig: Vandevoordt; Baku, Orban, Lukeba, Raum ©; Seiwald; Gruda, Banzuzi; Bakayoko, Gomis, Nusa

#trier

Franck Kessie is waiting for Juventus to add him to their squad as a free agent despite interest from several other clubs in the Ivorian.
He has just ended a spell at Al Ahli, where he earned significant money, and now wants to finish his career in European football, with Serie A his preferred destination.
In Italy, he is keen to work with Luciano Spalletti at Juventus, which explains why the midfielder has so far waited for the Old Lady before considering other clubs. As a free agent, he can still move after the transfer window has closed, and Juve want to make some sales before adding him to their squad.
Juve have held talks with the midfielder in recent weeks, and he is keen to ensure that he joins them. His patience is partly explained by his relationship with Frederic Massara, who has previously worked with him.
Sky Sports Italia reports that Massara's relationship with Kessie is one of the reasons the midfielder wants the move to Juventus. They worked together at AC Milan, and that previous relationship appears to have helped convince Kessie that Juventus remain serious about bringing him to Turin.

#juventus #clubs

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid spoke with reporters after practice on Thursday at Missouri Western State University. He shared his biggest takeaways from this year's training camp.
"Yeah, I'll tell you, they worked. They worked hard, and I appreciated that. I thought we made progress. I mentioned before, I think it's the young guys that you're really looking at here. We have a number of them, and how they've progressed and continue to progress will be a big part of how this team does," said Reid. So, I appreciate the way they went about their business. You have examples like (Travis) Kelce; he's the oldest guy on the team and came out every day and worked to where you had to yank him out of there to give him a breather. Then Pat (Mahomes) doing what he did with his knee and didn't miss a day, and Chris Jones, (Nick) Bolton, you have leadership like that; that's important. And the guys, I thought, followed right along with them."
The Chiefs veterans were determined throughout the training camp session to be prepared and ready for the start of the new season after a disappointing 2025 campaign. Reid also praised the new rookie class for contributing to the camp's success.
"You could take that rookie class and look at them. They all, I thought, had their day, and they've added some consistency to their game," said Reid. "We always talk about stacking days and improving every day and find one thing you can work on to get better at all those. All the same, I thought they handled that and tried to do that. So, you could take that whole class there, and I'd give them a thumbs up on how they went about their business."
Rookies Cyrus Allen and Kahlil Benson were often mentioned for their standout moments, helping their upward trajectory on the depth chart. The Chiefs return to normal practices at the team facility, and the final two preseason games will help determine the 53-man roster.

#chiefs #team

Kansas City Chiefs offensive line coach Andy Heck spoke with reporters after practice on Wednesday at Missouri Western State University. He praised undrafted free agent rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson's development at training camp, noting he has quickly become a trusted member of the unit.
"I think you're right. It's a great story, and our scouts did a great job bringing him in. Right away, you could see in our rookie minicamp that he had dominant physical traits," said Heck. "So, we're doing our best to train him at a couple of positions, give him an opportunity to grow, learn our system, learn a couple of positions. He's done a great job; he's working his tail off."
The recent injury to Pro Bowl guard Trey Smith has opened the door for Benson to see more time in his place during the preseason. Heck is using Smith's recovery as an opportunity to see Benson's potential aside from the tackle position.
"Absolutely, the number one benefit is for him, as a tackle primarily, probably his best position, he's a guy that will only add to his value if he can play guard." said Heck, "So, with Trey (Smith) missing some time, that's a great opportunity to give a guy some training for those days that, hey, I may want to (or) need to plug him in there to find our best combination. So, it only benefits him."
Benson wasn't selected in the 2026 NFL Draft but was a member of the Indiana Hoosiers' 2025 CFP National Championship roster. He saw action in 49 games in college, splitting stints at Indiana (2022-2023, 2025) and with the Colorado Buffaloes (2024).

#smith

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia (AP) — Iranian clubs were drawn against Qatari and United Arab Emirates opponents in the group stage of the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday despite the ongoing conflict in the region.
Play begins on Sept. 14 with matches involving Iranian teams to be held in neutral countries.
Tehran's Esteghlal and Tabriz-based Tractor will face UAE sides Al Ain, Al Wasl and Shabab Al Ahli, and Qatari clubs Al Gharafa, Al Sadd and Al Shamal.
Esteghlal and Tractor avoided the heavily favored Saudi Arabia contingent.
Since the U.S. and Israel attacked Iran in February, Tehran has struck targets in Qatar and the UAE, saying it is retaliating for allowing American bases to be used for strikes.

#iranian #lumpur #malaysia

The New Orleans Saints are signing defensive tackle Kahlil Saunders, per Nick Underhill.
Saunders, 23, went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft before signing with the Miami Dolphins. The former Kentucky Wildcat played five seasons in college and was a four-year starter.
Saunders is an intriguing prospect at 6-foot-5, 270 pounds, and is a depth piece for the team after injuries have plagued the defensive line. Bryan Bresee will miss the entire season with a torn ACL, and recent injuries to Davon Godchaux and John Ridgeway III.
Saunders scored an 8.43 RAS score and has tremendous upside for his size. Through his five seasons with the Wildcats, the 6-foot-5 defensive tackle logged 4.5 sacks, 12 tackles for loss, and 77 tackles.
Saunders has a long path to making the final roster as an undrafted free agent, but with injuries to the defensive line, he'll likely see increased playing time in the preseason and a better chance to make a name for himself.

#injuries #foot

On Wednesday morning, the Kansas City Chiefs are having the 13th full-team practice of this year's training camp on the grass fields at Missouri Western State University in St. Joe.
The morning has started with a delay for fans entering the gates at practice, the third time that has happened this summer. It is expected to be extremely hot on Wednesday, with early-morning storms moving away as the day goes on.
Arrowhead Pride will not have boots on the ground at training camp for the rest of the week, so we'll be following along with local media's coverage of practice. Wednesday's should feature pads, while Thursday is expected to be a lighter day ahead of an off-day Friday.
Special teams coordinator Dave Toub, tight end Travis Kelce, punter Matt Araiza and rookie offensive lineman Kahlil Benson is expected to speak to local media at the podium following Wednesday's practice.
The team is preparing for its preseason opener on Saturday, a home game against the Los Angeles Rams that will kick off at 3:00 p.m. at Arrowhead Stadium.

#practice #morning #arrowhead #local

Newcastle's new head coach Matthias Jaissle has underlined the club's ambition despite a string of high-profile exits including manager Eddie Howe, but warned success would not come overnight.
Howe left St James' Park at the end of July after nearly five years in charge, with a clutch of senior players -- captain Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon -- all departing during the summer transfer window.
Saudi-backed Newcastle have signed a group of young players including Bazoumana Toure, Sean Steur and Aladji Bamba, but the departures have left the squad short of experience.
Nevertheless, former RB Salzburg and Al-Ahli boss Jaissle remains upbeat.
"We are ambitious. That's the most important thing -- also why I decided to come here. But this will not happen overnight," he said at his first press conference at St James' Park on Tuesday.

#james #overnight #players

Matthias Jaissle takes charge of Newcastle for the first time as they face Valencia in a pre-season friendly.
The former Red Bull Salzburg and Al-Ahli coach was appointed after Eddie Howe parted ways with the club midway through the summer, bringing an end to a popular if occasionally turbulent spell on Tyneside.
Now the German will have the first chance to test out his philosophy as the Magpies visit the Estadio de Mestalla, with Newcastle arriving off the back of a decidedly mixed run of pre-season games - a 3-0 win over Darlington followed a 1-1 draw with Gateshead and a 4-1 mauling by Championship club Bristol City.
They then face Everton, Bayer Leverkusen and Strasbourg before the start of the Premier League season, with Jaissle overseeing a very different squad to last term after the departures of major names Bruno Guimaraes, Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, and Kieran Trippier.
Here's everything you need to know.

#first #club #matthias #valencia

Roger Ibañez has put contract extension talks with Al-Ahli SC on hold, opening the door to fresh transfer interest from England. Transfer journalist Sacha Tavolieri reports that several Premier League clubs have entered the conversation, while Aston Villa have stayed in regular contact with the defender's representatives. No official bid has arrived, though, and discussions remain at an exploratory stage.
That detail matters. Ibañez now has one year left on his contract, leaving Al-Ahli in a far weaker negotiating position than they expected only a few months ago. Villa's recruitment staff appear happy to gather information before deciding whether the situation deserves a formal approach.
Emery's side aren't working against the clock either. They know the player is available, yet they haven't rushed into talks with the Saudi club. Instead, they've kept communication open with his camp while monitoring how negotiations with Al-Ahli develop.
HOUSTON, TEXAS – JUNE 29: Roger Ibañez #24 of Brazil takes the field during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between Brazil and **** an at Houston Stadium on June 29, 2026 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Few defenders in Saudi Arabia produced a stronger campaign. During the 2025/26 Saudi Pro League season, Ibañez played 28 league matches, scored twice, supplied two **** ists and completed 106 clearances alongside 26 interceptions. He finished with an impressive 85% passing accuracy across 2,426 league minutes, although his aggressive style brought three yellow cards and two red cards.

#league #ahli #Brazil #contract

An improbable story is playing out on the offensive line at Chiefs training camp.
Kahlil Benson started 12 games at right tackle for Indiana during their run to the national ******* le last year, but went undrafted in April. He earned a roster spot with the Chiefs after a tryout at their rookie minicamp and has impressed enough to take all the first-team reps at right tackle over the last two days of practice.
Pete Sweeney of the Kansas City Star notes that Benson has taken the majority of those reps since camp opened and he's now got an inside track to join left tackle Josh Simmons as a starter up front.
"I think Kahlil is doing a great job. I think he's a very physical player. I think he should just add on to that," Simmons said, via Brett Kennedy of KQTV. "I think you can't really teach effort. I mean that's what he's giving out there, so that's really all I'm telling him right now is keep doing that effort."
Jaylon Moore was expected to be the top choice at right tackle in Kansas City this season, but Benson now has momentum and continued success in the preseason could make him one of the league's unlikeliest starters in Week 1.

#tackle

Franck Kessie is keen to move to Juventus this summer and has not considered offers from other clubs, but the Bianconeri have not yet made him the right proposal.
Their first contract offer to the midfielder was worth 3.5m euros net per season for the next three years, but the Ivorian rejected the proposal. Kessie earned 14m euros net per season while playing for Al Ahli in the Saudi Pro League over the last three campaigns, meaning he is not prepared to accept a significant reduction without careful consideration.
The midfielder believes he can still perform at the highest level in Europe and wants to join a relevant club, which is why he has decided that Juventus is the right destination for him.
Juve want him to become their next midfield leader and believe his experience and qualities would improve their squad. However, they need to increase their offer to convince him to complete the move to Turin.
According to Calciomercato, Kessie expects Juventus to pay him around 6m euros net per season before he agrees to join the club. The midfielder is currently waiting for the Bianconeri to improve their proposal as negotiations continue.

#proposal

Newcastle United have officially confirmed Matthias Jaissle as their new head coach.
The 38-year-old, who succeeds Eddie Howe, has already joined the squad at their La Manga pre-season training camp after his paperwork was finalised.
The club are understood to have paid the former Al-Ahli boss over £9 million in compensation to secure his services.
The former RB Salzburg boss said: "It is an incredible honour to become head coach of Newcastle United. This is one of the biggest clubs in European football, with a unique history, identity and supporter base, and I am excited to experience that passion and connection first-hand.
"When Newcastle United comes your way, you take notice. The ambition of the club, the vision for the future and the opportunity ahead made this an incredibly compelling place to be. I have followed the club's journey closely in recent years and the progress that has been made is clear for everyone to see."

#united #club #former #matthias

1. Seattle legend Jess Fishlock subs on and scores game-winner in 3-2 victory
Women's soccer legend Jess Fishlock is going out with a bang in her retirement season scoring the late game-winner for Seattle Reign less than two minutes after substituting on.
The Reign took a 2-0 lead only 10 minutes in with goals by Mia Fishel and Maddie Dahlien in the sixth and 10th minutes respectively. Bay FC then responded with a goal of their own in the 14th minute by Hannnah Bebar. Bay FC created a few more chances than the Reign in the second half and equalized in the 75th minute with a set piece in which Keira Barry was hiding and got completely open in a wide area.
Bay FC pushed for the winner in the next few minutes, but the Reign weathered the storm then took advantage of a counter in the 85th minute. Seattle stole a throw-in pass by Bay near the midfield and quickly sent a long ball up to Fishlock. The Welsh legend allowed the long ball to bounce once and headed it forward before knocking it in with her right foot for the win.
2. NC Courage decimate Orlando Pride

#winner #game

BILD reported Ole Werner rejected Al-Ahli's approach as the Saudi Pro League saw him as one of the top candidates to replace Newcastle United-bound Matthias Jaissle. The report added the Asian Champions League winner will now move on to other top candidates.
The 38-year-old was relieved of his duties at RB Leipzig even after securing the return of the club to Champions League football in his debut season. With Al-Ahli urgently looking for a replacement, Werner decided on Tuesday against taking a first role outside Germany.
Jaissle is expected to be announced as Newcastle United's head coach as he was even spotted in their training camp. The German won back-to-back Asian Champions League ***** les with the Saudi club.

#werner #saudi #newcastle

Newcastle United have rejected an opening offer from ****** nal for Bruno Guimaraes.
Arsenal's opening offer for the Newcastle captain has been turned down, after thePremier League champions started formal club-to-club talks.
Guimaraes has informed Newcastle of his wish to move to ****** nal this summer, though the Magpies are reluctant to lose the 28-year-old, following the departures of Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, and head coach Eddie Howe.
The Brazil international is in Spain to report back to pre-season with Newcastle, who are set to appoint Al-Ahli's Matthias Jaissle as their new manager.
Jaissle is set to inherit the Newcastle job at a time of upheaval, and a resolution to Guimaraes' future will be the first major event in his in-tray.

#jaissle #club #united

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Al-Ahli boss Matthias Jaissle is the surprise favourite to succeed Eddie Howe - who is expected to leave his role with immediate effect - as Newcastle head coach - and he would arrive with a strong recent record of success.
Former Red Bull Salzburg boss Jaissle took his first coaching steps as ******* istant manager of Danish club Brondby between 2017 and 2019. He then took over Salzburg's under-18 academy team before becoming a head coach for the first time at Liefering in Austria's second tier.
He guided them to a second-placed finish, the club's joint-best position, and that achievement helped him become Salzburg manager in 2021, replacing Jesse Marsch, who would later manage Leeds United in the Premier League and then Canada at the 2026 World Cup.
In two seasons with Salzburg, Jaissle won the Austrian Bundesliga twice and also the Austrian Cup.

#jaissle

Alan Shearer has warned Newcastle United to expect a 'tough season' and said the club cannot 'keep selling your best players and then hope to be in contention' in the Premier League.
Newcastle are enduring a summer of change withEddie Howe set to step down from his role as manager after five years. Howe has decided to walk away at St James' Park to take a break from football, with 38-year-old Al-Ahli head coach Matthias Jaissle set to replace him.
The Magpies have also soldAnthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, while Bruno Guimares has informed the club that he wants to join **** nal.
The summer has been a setback for Newcastle's aim to challenge the Premier League's top teams, with the club's project having hit a roadblock over the last 12 months.
Shearer fears Newcastle are in for a challenging campaign in 2025/26, and said the continued sales of big names is not a 'good look' for the ownership.

#newcastle #shearer #premier #james