3 hours ago
Liverpool rescued a point at Anfield, but ***** ody inside the home dressing room will be dressing this up as progress. A 2-2 draw with Nottingham Forest meant more dropped points, more defensive questions and another reminder that fight alone does not win league matches.
Florian Wirtz said as much afterwards when speaking to liverpoolfc.com, and he did not waste words. "I'm very disappointed," he said. "Of course we demand from ourselves the most.
"We couldn't take the three points again, that's why I'm disappointed. We have to keep working on the things we can do better and we have to get back to winning ways."
Forest struck first through Dan Ndoye's ***** ist for Victor Munoz in the 24th minute, and Liverpool were chasing the game from there. They improved after the break and found an equaliser when Alexander Isak converted from close range in the second half.
Then came the familiar problem. Liverpool got back on terms and immediately handed Forest another opening. Morgan Gibbs-White converted from the spot to restore the visitors' lead, exposing the same defensive frailties that have cost points too often.
#Liverpool #points #converted #nottingham
Florian Wirtz said as much afterwards when speaking to liverpoolfc.com, and he did not waste words. "I'm very disappointed," he said. "Of course we demand from ourselves the most.
"We couldn't take the three points again, that's why I'm disappointed. We have to keep working on the things we can do better and we have to get back to winning ways."
Forest struck first through Dan Ndoye's ***** ist for Victor Munoz in the 24th minute, and Liverpool were chasing the game from there. They improved after the break and found an equaliser when Alexander Isak converted from close range in the second half.
Then came the familiar problem. Liverpool got back on terms and immediately handed Forest another opening. Morgan Gibbs-White converted from the spot to restore the visitors' lead, exposing the same defensive frailties that have cost points too often.
#Liverpool #points #converted #nottingham
9 hours ago
Brazilian football legend Roberto Carlos, a World Cup winner known for his fearsome free-kicks, has not converted to Islam, contrary to social media posts claiming he had switched religions. Both Carlos and his wife Souhail Al-Tahiri have refuted the claim in separate interviews since the rumours swirled.
"Brazil's Roberto Carlos is viewed as the greatest defender of all time. He has now converted to Islam," says a Bengali-language Facebook post shared on August 19, 2026.
An attached photo shows the retired World Cup winner sitting next to a woman who has her head covered with a shawl and a man who appears to be a Muslim preacher. They seem to all be looking at papers on a table in front of them.
Bengali-language text beneath the photo says, "Turkish media claims that Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos accepted Islam".
Screenshot of the false post captured on August 26, 2026, with a red X added by AFP
#World
"Brazil's Roberto Carlos is viewed as the greatest defender of all time. He has now converted to Islam," says a Bengali-language Facebook post shared on August 19, 2026.
An attached photo shows the retired World Cup winner sitting next to a woman who has her head covered with a shawl and a man who appears to be a Muslim preacher. They seem to all be looking at papers on a table in front of them.
Bengali-language text beneath the photo says, "Turkish media claims that Brazilian legend Roberto Carlos accepted Islam".
Screenshot of the false post captured on August 26, 2026, with a red X added by AFP
#World
12 hours ago
Nursing home bills can wipe out the tax on a Roth conversion when both occur in the same year, because deductible medical costs above 7.5% of AGI offset conversion income.
The strategy requires itemizing deductions and works only when the IRA owner and the patient are the same person, a spouse, or a qualifying dependent.
Each converted dollar raises AGI, lifting the 7.5% deduction floor, and a larger MAGI can trigger IRMAA Medicare surcharges two years later.
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If you have a traditional IRA and someone in your household faces catastrophic nursing home bills, a tax interaction exists. A Roth conversion executed in the same year as enormous deductible medical costs can move IRA dollars into a Roth at a fraction of their normal tax cost, because the medical expense itemized deduction absorbs the taxable income the conversion generates. The strategy pairs two ordinary tools most people use separately, and the window closes at year-end.
#deductible
The strategy requires itemizing deductions and works only when the IRA owner and the patient are the same person, a spouse, or a qualifying dependent.
Each converted dollar raises AGI, lifting the 7.5% deduction floor, and a larger MAGI can trigger IRMAA Medicare surcharges two years later.
Read More: Learn 7 ways to generate income with a $1,000,000+ portfolio (sponsor)
If you have a traditional IRA and someone in your household faces catastrophic nursing home bills, a tax interaction exists. A Roth conversion executed in the same year as enormous deductible medical costs can move IRA dollars into a Roth at a fraction of their normal tax cost, because the medical expense itemized deduction absorbs the taxable income the conversion generates. The strategy pairs two ordinary tools most people use separately, and the window closes at year-end.
#deductible
12 hours ago
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) — Thomas Müller had a goal and an ******* ist, Brian White and Rayan Elloumi each added a goal and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat Sporting Kansas City 3-0 on Saturday night.
The Whitecaps (13-4-4) lead the Western Conference with 43 points and are tied with Eastern Conference-leading Nashville (52 points) for the best goal differential (plus-30) in all of MLS.
André Luiz, acquired from Greek club Olympiacos FC on Aug. 18, made his MLS debut for Kansas City when the 24-year-old designated player subbed on for Shapi Suleymanov in the 66th minute.
Müller converted from the penalty spot, his third goal in the past five games, to open the scoring in the 40th minute.
Sporting (4-15-3) are winless in six straight. Kansas City is last in MLS with 15 points, 20 goals scored and a minus-34 goal differential. Orlando has the next worst goal differential at minus-17.
#whitecaps #conference #ller #minute
The Whitecaps (13-4-4) lead the Western Conference with 43 points and are tied with Eastern Conference-leading Nashville (52 points) for the best goal differential (plus-30) in all of MLS.
André Luiz, acquired from Greek club Olympiacos FC on Aug. 18, made his MLS debut for Kansas City when the 24-year-old designated player subbed on for Shapi Suleymanov in the 66th minute.
Müller converted from the penalty spot, his third goal in the past five games, to open the scoring in the 40th minute.
Sporting (4-15-3) are winless in six straight. Kansas City is last in MLS with 15 points, 20 goals scored and a minus-34 goal differential. Orlando has the next worst goal differential at minus-17.
#whitecaps #conference #ller #minute
14 hours ago
The Tennessee ******* ans hosted the Chicago Bears for their third and final preseason game of 2026 on Saturday at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tennessee. It was a rough start, with the ******* ans going three-and-out, followed by a Bears' 97-yard touchdown pass on the first play of the next drive.
The Bears never really looked back after that, and while the ******* ans fought back later in the game, they ultimately fell short and lost 24-15.
Part of the reason the ******* ans managed to fight back was because of the play of second-year edge rusher Femi Oladejo.
Oladejo's name was called several times during the game after making plays that halted the progress of the Bears' offense, and that's why he's been named this week's ******* ans Wire Player of the Game.
Oladejo recorded four tackles (two solo), one sack, one quarterback hit, and one tackle for a loss. But the key to those stats is when they occurred. After the Bears successfully converted on fourth down four times, Oladejo was responsible for stopping them on their fifth attempt. That forced them to turn the ball over on downs, and the ******* ans kicked their third field goal on the next drive.
#game #tennessee #play #drive
The Bears never really looked back after that, and while the ******* ans fought back later in the game, they ultimately fell short and lost 24-15.
Part of the reason the ******* ans managed to fight back was because of the play of second-year edge rusher Femi Oladejo.
Oladejo's name was called several times during the game after making plays that halted the progress of the Bears' offense, and that's why he's been named this week's ******* ans Wire Player of the Game.
Oladejo recorded four tackles (two solo), one sack, one quarterback hit, and one tackle for a loss. But the key to those stats is when they occurred. After the Bears successfully converted on fourth down four times, Oladejo was responsible for stopping them on their fifth attempt. That forced them to turn the ball over on downs, and the ******* ans kicked their third field goal on the next drive.
#game #tennessee #play #drive
1 day ago
One Liverpool player was called out for a costly lapse shortly before Nottingham Forest's second goal at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.
With 20 minutes of normal time remaining, Oliver Glasner's team took the lead for the second time on the day as Morgan Gibbs-White converted a penalty that Clinton Morrison felt was 'harsh' on the home side.
The spot kick was awarded after Alisson Becker was adjudged to have fouled Neco Williams inside the box, with the Forest full-back the fastest to react to a throw-in taken quickly by Liam Delap.
Liverpool Echo journalist Ian Doyle observed that the passage of play which led to the penalty incident stemmed from a lapse in concentration by Jeremie Frimpong, who allowed Williams to run off him and then was too slow to react as the throw-in was taken.
The reporter posted on X: 'Forest win a penalty as Williams is downed by Alisson. All came from Frimpong switching off at throw.'
#Liverpool #frimpong #second
With 20 minutes of normal time remaining, Oliver Glasner's team took the lead for the second time on the day as Morgan Gibbs-White converted a penalty that Clinton Morrison felt was 'harsh' on the home side.
The spot kick was awarded after Alisson Becker was adjudged to have fouled Neco Williams inside the box, with the Forest full-back the fastest to react to a throw-in taken quickly by Liam Delap.
Liverpool Echo journalist Ian Doyle observed that the passage of play which led to the penalty incident stemmed from a lapse in concentration by Jeremie Frimpong, who allowed Williams to run off him and then was too slow to react as the throw-in was taken.
The reporter posted on X: 'Forest win a penalty as Williams is downed by Alisson. All came from Frimpong switching off at throw.'
#Liverpool #frimpong #second
1 day ago
Wingers come in different guises and at different prices. On the day Liverpool agreed to pay up to £123m for Bradley Barcola, the man signed for rather less, and with rather less fanfare, again spared Andoni Iraola a first defeat of his reign. On Sunday at Newcastle, Victor Munoz won the penalty that produced Dominik Szoboszlai's 99th-minute equaliser. On his Anfield bow, the £34m Spaniard delivered a devastating equaliser.
That both contributions came from the right flank, though he had started on the left against Nottingham Forest, may be pertinent. The presumption is that Barcola will be used on the left. While Liverpool are yet to replace Mohamed Salah, they got two equalisers from the men stationed in his old spot here, with Cody Gakpo affording Alexander Isak a tap-in. The Dutchman is scarcely a right winger and faces an uncertain future at the end of the window. If Munoz had a fine introduction, this could prove Gakpo's goodbye, and his was a valiant effort.
An encouraging element for Liverpool is that Iraola has exerted an impact with his changes in each of his first two games. Munoz, who came on at St James' Park, swapped flanks at Anfield, took Florian Wirtz's pass, span and unleashed a vicious shot, even if a deflection off Murillo helped. It may not have been the first example of fine decision-making by Iraola: he pushed for Munoz's signing when Newcastle were closing in on his signature. "Victor has been very good both games," said Iraola. "Everything hasn't been perfect but he tries again and again and again and I like this from the wingers."
And so his tenure has begun with twin 2-2 draws. If it promises to be fun, at times his Liverpool can be both fast and flawed. Yet this underlined the size of his task if Iraola is to succeed his way. Liverpool had more defensive difficulties, with a susceptibility to the counter-attack again apparent, but with variations on a theme. Newcastle had scored twice by running straight through the heart of Iraola's team. Forest struck twice courtesy of ******* in behind, the first punted 80 yards by goalkeeper Matz Sels; both involved throw-ins, too, the second a quick one by the debutant Liam Delap.
After the Forest striker added to the family tradition of Delap throw-ins, Alisson upended Neco Williams and Morgan Gibbs-White, an increasingly regular scourge of Liverpool, converted the resulting penalty. "It could and probably should have been a win," said Oliver Glasner. "Very proud of the performance but frustrated and disappointed about the result." So both new managers remain winless.
#first #munoz #anfield
That both contributions came from the right flank, though he had started on the left against Nottingham Forest, may be pertinent. The presumption is that Barcola will be used on the left. While Liverpool are yet to replace Mohamed Salah, they got two equalisers from the men stationed in his old spot here, with Cody Gakpo affording Alexander Isak a tap-in. The Dutchman is scarcely a right winger and faces an uncertain future at the end of the window. If Munoz had a fine introduction, this could prove Gakpo's goodbye, and his was a valiant effort.
An encouraging element for Liverpool is that Iraola has exerted an impact with his changes in each of his first two games. Munoz, who came on at St James' Park, swapped flanks at Anfield, took Florian Wirtz's pass, span and unleashed a vicious shot, even if a deflection off Murillo helped. It may not have been the first example of fine decision-making by Iraola: he pushed for Munoz's signing when Newcastle were closing in on his signature. "Victor has been very good both games," said Iraola. "Everything hasn't been perfect but he tries again and again and again and I like this from the wingers."
And so his tenure has begun with twin 2-2 draws. If it promises to be fun, at times his Liverpool can be both fast and flawed. Yet this underlined the size of his task if Iraola is to succeed his way. Liverpool had more defensive difficulties, with a susceptibility to the counter-attack again apparent, but with variations on a theme. Newcastle had scored twice by running straight through the heart of Iraola's team. Forest struck twice courtesy of ******* in behind, the first punted 80 yards by goalkeeper Matz Sels; both involved throw-ins, too, the second a quick one by the debutant Liam Delap.
After the Forest striker added to the family tradition of Delap throw-ins, Alisson upended Neco Williams and Morgan Gibbs-White, an increasingly regular scourge of Liverpool, converted the resulting penalty. "It could and probably should have been a win," said Oliver Glasner. "Very proud of the performance but frustrated and disappointed about the result." So both new managers remain winless.
#first #munoz #anfield
1 day ago
Los Angeles (14-25) defeated Washington (24-16), 88-82, on Friday at Crypto.om Arena in Los Angeles, California. 12,551 were in attendance for the WNBA contest.
Former Lady Vol Rae Burrell started for the Sparks and played 29 minutes. She scored 15 points and converted 6-of-12 field goal attempts, 2-of-4 three-point attempts and 1-of-2 free throw attempts. Burrell also recorded three rebounds, three ******* ists and two steals.
Nneka Ogwumike led Los Angeles in scoring with 24 points in 30 minutes. She totaled five ******* ists, four rebounds and four steals.
Cameron Brink was the Sparks' leader for rebounds (five). She played 26 minutes and scored 13 points.
Sonia Citron finished with 22 points to lead the Mystics in scoring. She converted 9-of-18 field goal attempts and 4-of-7 three-point attempts.
#attempts #points #played #scored
Former Lady Vol Rae Burrell started for the Sparks and played 29 minutes. She scored 15 points and converted 6-of-12 field goal attempts, 2-of-4 three-point attempts and 1-of-2 free throw attempts. Burrell also recorded three rebounds, three ******* ists and two steals.
Nneka Ogwumike led Los Angeles in scoring with 24 points in 30 minutes. She totaled five ******* ists, four rebounds and four steals.
Cameron Brink was the Sparks' leader for rebounds (five). She played 26 minutes and scored 13 points.
Sonia Citron finished with 22 points to lead the Mystics in scoring. She converted 9-of-18 field goal attempts and 4-of-7 three-point attempts.
#attempts #points #played #scored
1 day ago
After failing to sign Jayden Oosterwolde, Roma have accelerated their pursuit of Marseille's Leonardo Balerdi.
The Argentine defender has spent the last six seasons with the French club and is now ready for a move to the capital.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Marseille has given their final approval and the deal can be considered closed.
The agreement between Roma and the French club includes a one-million-euro loan, with a €20 million option to buy, which can be converted into a mandatory buyout upon reaching a certain number of appearances, around 70%.
The player will land at Ciampino Airport at 5:45 PM.
#million
The Argentine defender has spent the last six seasons with the French club and is now ready for a move to the capital.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Marseille has given their final approval and the deal can be considered closed.
The agreement between Roma and the French club includes a one-million-euro loan, with a €20 million option to buy, which can be converted into a mandatory buyout upon reaching a certain number of appearances, around 70%.
The player will land at Ciampino Airport at 5:45 PM.
#million
1 day ago
Aug. 29—In a high-scoring preseason affair, host Green Bay got four touchdown passes from Kyle McCord, including two in the final four minutes, to nip Arizona 42-38 at Lambeau Field on Friday night and finish 2-1 in the preseason.
McCord, a second-year player out of Syracuse who spent last season on the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad, completed 22 of 35 passes for 226 yards and no interceptions. He was the only Packers quarterback to see action in a game contested by mostly reserves.
McCord connected with Kisean Johnson on a 28-yard scoring play with 3:19 left before directing a 44-yard scoring drive in the closing seconds. He and Johnson connected again from 10 yards out with 20 seconds left.
J. Michael Sturdivant pulled in six passes for 112 yards and a 29-yard touchdown in the second quarter immediately after a 36-yard connection with McCord. Will Sheppard had a touchdown catch and returned a punt 81 yards to the house for the Packers. Kicker Trey Smack converted two more field goals for a 9-for-9 preseason.
Arizona's Evan Hull rumbled for 107 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, while Simi Fehoko produced 94 yards and two touchdowns on five catches.
#preseason
McCord, a second-year player out of Syracuse who spent last season on the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad, completed 22 of 35 passes for 226 yards and no interceptions. He was the only Packers quarterback to see action in a game contested by mostly reserves.
McCord connected with Kisean Johnson on a 28-yard scoring play with 3:19 left before directing a 44-yard scoring drive in the closing seconds. He and Johnson connected again from 10 yards out with 20 seconds left.
J. Michael Sturdivant pulled in six passes for 112 yards and a 29-yard touchdown in the second quarter immediately after a 36-yard connection with McCord. Will Sheppard had a touchdown catch and returned a punt 81 yards to the house for the Packers. Kicker Trey Smack converted two more field goals for a 9-for-9 preseason.
Arizona's Evan Hull rumbled for 107 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries, while Simi Fehoko produced 94 yards and two touchdowns on five catches.
#preseason
1 day ago
Week 18 memories can haunt you, and while Tyler Loop did not cost the Baltimore Ravens a game Friday night, his temperament will be something to monitor. Baltimore defeated the Washington Commanders by 38 points, and every one of his attempts came with the result already headed in one dominant direction. Still, that does not mean the Ravens should dismiss what happened.
Loop made field goals from 51 and 24 yards but missed from 58 and 51 during Baltimore's 41-3 victory. He converted all five extra points, finished the game 2-for-4 on field goals, and ended the preseason 5-for-8.
Baltimore should bring in competition, just to test the rookie and keep him on his toes.
We're not talking about replacing Loop, just taking his temperature. His successful 51-yard attempt demonstrated the necessary leg strength, and a 58-yard miss should not automatically count as a crisis. He also responded to his first-half miss by responding from that exact spot on the later 51-yard miss during halftime.
Loop converted 62.5% of his preseason field goals, and his team, which is expected to contend for a Super Bowl, routinely produces close games in the AFC North.
#goals
Loop made field goals from 51 and 24 yards but missed from 58 and 51 during Baltimore's 41-3 victory. He converted all five extra points, finished the game 2-for-4 on field goals, and ended the preseason 5-for-8.
Baltimore should bring in competition, just to test the rookie and keep him on his toes.
We're not talking about replacing Loop, just taking his temperature. His successful 51-yard attempt demonstrated the necessary leg strength, and a 58-yard miss should not automatically count as a crisis. He also responded to his first-half miss by responding from that exact spot on the later 51-yard miss during halftime.
Loop converted 62.5% of his preseason field goals, and his team, which is expected to contend for a Super Bowl, routinely produces close games in the AFC North.
#goals
2 days ago
Hertha BSC recorded a comeback victory away at Eintracht Braunschweig in an eight-goal thriller in 2. Bundesliga. Stefan Leitl's side have won each of their first four games of the new season, despite low expectations at the start since they haven't replaced the players departing this summer.
This game did look like a reflection of that reality for the large part of the first-half. Yann Sturm put the hosts ahead inside the first ten minutes before Niklas Kolbe's howler helped Kevin Ehlers to double their advantage.
Braunschweig also had two clear-cut opportunities through Sturm and Aaron Opoku, but they found themselves level at the break after conceding two late goals. Icelandic striker Jón Dagur Thorsteinsson scored on his full debut before Josip Brekalo's memorable strike in the final kick of the first-half.
The Croat attacker capitalized on Braunschweig's poor corner-kick that led to a counter-attacking move as he beat former FC Bayern goalkeeper Ron-Thorben Hoffmann with a brilliant curler. Hertha also started the second-half brightly as Ehlers canceled his goal by beating his own shot-stopper from Thorsteinsson's delivery.
Kolbe also had his moments in both boxes as the center-back won a penalty-kick twenty minutes before time, which was calmly converted by Brekalo. Hertha's new captain started the season in top form as he hopes to return to Bundesliga with the capital city club.
#season
This game did look like a reflection of that reality for the large part of the first-half. Yann Sturm put the hosts ahead inside the first ten minutes before Niklas Kolbe's howler helped Kevin Ehlers to double their advantage.
Braunschweig also had two clear-cut opportunities through Sturm and Aaron Opoku, but they found themselves level at the break after conceding two late goals. Icelandic striker Jón Dagur Thorsteinsson scored on his full debut before Josip Brekalo's memorable strike in the final kick of the first-half.
The Croat attacker capitalized on Braunschweig's poor corner-kick that led to a counter-attacking move as he beat former FC Bayern goalkeeper Ron-Thorben Hoffmann with a brilliant curler. Hertha also started the second-half brightly as Ehlers canceled his goal by beating his own shot-stopper from Thorsteinsson's delivery.
Kolbe also had his moments in both boxes as the center-back won a penalty-kick twenty minutes before time, which was calmly converted by Brekalo. Hertha's new captain started the season in top form as he hopes to return to Bundesliga with the capital city club.
#season
2 days ago
NORTH KINGSTOWN – Three Maher sisters were finally together again on the pitch Thursday night, and the youngest had herself quite a ***** berland girls soccer debut.
Shea Maher scored two goals inside the final five minutes to decide this Division I clash of contenders against North Kingstown. The Clippers left Perry Athletic Complex with all three points thanks to a talented newcomer.
Maher found the net in the 75th minute and converted a penalty kick soon after to push ***** berland over the top. The Skippers had no time to respond in a 2-0 opening defeat, a match that's been seemingly inevitable in November's playoffs multiple times in recent seasons.
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Maher's solo run and left-footed finish on the opener would have been enough. She added some insurance from the spot just moments later, drilling a right-footed shot into the lower left corner. The Clippers made an early case they should be right back in the running atop the league after winning the 2023 crown and falling on penalty kicks to North Kingstown in the 2024 final.
#north #cumberland #three
Shea Maher scored two goals inside the final five minutes to decide this Division I clash of contenders against North Kingstown. The Clippers left Perry Athletic Complex with all three points thanks to a talented newcomer.
Maher found the net in the 75th minute and converted a penalty kick soon after to push ***** berland over the top. The Skippers had no time to respond in a 2-0 opening defeat, a match that's been seemingly inevitable in November's playoffs multiple times in recent seasons.
More: Vote for The Providence Journal Preseason Girls Soccer MVP now!
Maher's solo run and left-footed finish on the opener would have been enough. She added some insurance from the spot just moments later, drilling a right-footed shot into the lower left corner. The Clippers made an early case they should be right back in the running atop the league after winning the 2023 crown and falling on penalty kicks to North Kingstown in the 2024 final.
#north #cumberland #three
3 days ago
Aug. 27—BLOOMINGTON — The Champaign Central girls' flag football team cruised past host Bloomington 72-6 on Wednesday night, thanks to 130 passing yards and six touchdowns from quarterback , while caught six passes for 185 and four touchdowns.
Central (2-0) scored on nine of its 10 drives and amassed 373 total yards.
Also, on Wednesday night, ran for a 70-yard touchdown in the waning moments of the Urbana girls' flag football team's season opener against host Manual to propel the Tigers to a thrilling 15-14 win against the Rams in Peoria.
converted the go-ahead extra point to put Urbana (1-0) ahead and secure the win.
ARMSTRONG — The Armstrong-Potomac volleyball team notched a 25-20, 25-20 victory against Heritage on Wednesday night.
#night #flag
Central (2-0) scored on nine of its 10 drives and amassed 373 total yards.
Also, on Wednesday night, ran for a 70-yard touchdown in the waning moments of the Urbana girls' flag football team's season opener against host Manual to propel the Tigers to a thrilling 15-14 win against the Rams in Peoria.
converted the go-ahead extra point to put Urbana (1-0) ahead and secure the win.
ARMSTRONG — The Armstrong-Potomac volleyball team notched a 25-20, 25-20 victory against Heritage on Wednesday night.
#night #flag
4 days ago
Kansas City Chiefs special teams coordinator Dave Toub spoke with reporters before practice on Tuesday. He recapped kicker Harrison Butker's performance against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last Saturday.
"(Harrison) Butker, highest of highs, lowest of lows, really, in the same game. Really encouraged about the kick he made, I mean that first 58-yarder and the other one, too, but the 69 yarder–to know that we can do that, in that situation with three seconds left in a half or a game, a possible game winner." said Toub, "You have to sit there and weigh the odds as a Hail Mary, or is it that? Which gives you the best chance to get points, you (can) possibly win a game with that, I mean that's pretty encouraging."
Butker converted on three field goals, one of which was a long of 69 yards, marking the longest preseason field goal in franchise history.
"He had a little bit of a different step on that," said Toub. "If you notice, he has a little hop step into it to get his momentum going on a kick that long. He hit that thing great. It was very impressive."
Butker missed a PAT and field goal attempt in the second half, slightly souring his record-breaking night.
#field #kick #yarder #three
"(Harrison) Butker, highest of highs, lowest of lows, really, in the same game. Really encouraged about the kick he made, I mean that first 58-yarder and the other one, too, but the 69 yarder–to know that we can do that, in that situation with three seconds left in a half or a game, a possible game winner." said Toub, "You have to sit there and weigh the odds as a Hail Mary, or is it that? Which gives you the best chance to get points, you (can) possibly win a game with that, I mean that's pretty encouraging."
Butker converted on three field goals, one of which was a long of 69 yards, marking the longest preseason field goal in franchise history.
"He had a little bit of a different step on that," said Toub. "If you notice, he has a little hop step into it to get his momentum going on a kick that long. He hit that thing great. It was very impressive."
Butker missed a PAT and field goal attempt in the second half, slightly souring his record-breaking night.
#field #kick #yarder #three
4 days ago
After four months in hospital, Saffron Cresswell was dreading coming home.
She knew the field would be empty.
Before she had the fall that would leave her paralysed at the age of 23, she had 25 horses that she trained and rode in a business she had been running since she was 15 and was a talented eventer on a pathway towards the Olympics.
Eight years earlier her parents had sold their house to buy a yard to support her career, with the family living in two tiny touring caravans for six years before they converted part of a barn into a home.
For years, Cresswell had been up at 5am, riding four ponies before school, then more afterwards - if she even went in. She puts her school attendance at "68% or something ridiculous" because she was "so busy riding".
#home #school #olympics #months
She knew the field would be empty.
Before she had the fall that would leave her paralysed at the age of 23, she had 25 horses that she trained and rode in a business she had been running since she was 15 and was a talented eventer on a pathway towards the Olympics.
Eight years earlier her parents had sold their house to buy a yard to support her career, with the family living in two tiny touring caravans for six years before they converted part of a barn into a home.
For years, Cresswell had been up at 5am, riding four ponies before school, then more afterwards - if she even went in. She puts her school attendance at "68% or something ridiculous" because she was "so busy riding".
#home #school #olympics #months
5 days ago
Choosing between precious metals and critical rare earths requires balancing traditional mining stability against high-tech growth potential. Is First Majestic Silver Corp (NYSE:AG) or MP Materials Corp (NYSE:MP) the better addition for your portfolio today?
First Majestic focuses on maximizing silver and gold production through underground mining operations in North America. MP Materials provides the materials necessary for electric vehicles and defense systems. Both companies operate within the metal stocks industry, yet they offer very different financial profiles for investors looking toward 2026.
First Majestic Silver focuses on mining silver and gold within Mexico and the United States. It operates four primary underground mines, including San Dimas, Santa Elena, La Encantada, and Los Gatos. The company manages a workforce of more than 5,100 employees to supply physical metals to global markets. Customer concentration is not disclosed as a significant factor in its latest annual report, filed for the most recent fiscal period.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $1.3 billion (the company reports in Canadian dollars; they have been converted to U.S. dollars here), representing a significant growth of approximately 128% compared to the prior year. This sharp increase helped the company achieve net income of close to $168 million, a major improvement from the net loss reported in FY 2024. The net margin, which measures the percentage of revenue kept as profit, stood at roughly 13% for the period.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.1x. This ratio shows that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has roughly ten cents in total debt. The so-called current ratio, which measures the ability to pay short-term bills, is close to 2.6x. Free cash flow, which is cash from operations minus capital spending, reached approximately $352 million during the year.
#first #mining
First Majestic focuses on maximizing silver and gold production through underground mining operations in North America. MP Materials provides the materials necessary for electric vehicles and defense systems. Both companies operate within the metal stocks industry, yet they offer very different financial profiles for investors looking toward 2026.
First Majestic Silver focuses on mining silver and gold within Mexico and the United States. It operates four primary underground mines, including San Dimas, Santa Elena, La Encantada, and Los Gatos. The company manages a workforce of more than 5,100 employees to supply physical metals to global markets. Customer concentration is not disclosed as a significant factor in its latest annual report, filed for the most recent fiscal period.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $1.3 billion (the company reports in Canadian dollars; they have been converted to U.S. dollars here), representing a significant growth of approximately 128% compared to the prior year. This sharp increase helped the company achieve net income of close to $168 million, a major improvement from the net loss reported in FY 2024. The net margin, which measures the percentage of revenue kept as profit, stood at roughly 13% for the period.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.1x. This ratio shows that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has roughly ten cents in total debt. The so-called current ratio, which measures the ability to pay short-term bills, is close to 2.6x. Free cash flow, which is cash from operations minus capital spending, reached approximately $352 million during the year.
#first #mining
5 days ago
During England's first Test against Pakistan, we asked BBC Sport readers to send statistical questions for our colleagues at CricViz.
Our new feature, Ask CricViz, is here to help and we can reveal the first selection of answers below.
Please note that all stats in Tests are inclusive of the recent Australia v Bangladesh Test in Mackay, but do not include stats from the ongoing Sri Lanka v India Test in Colombo.
Graham, Hastings: Against Pakistan, Josh Tongue took two wickets in two **** but missed out on his hat-trick. What is the 'conversion rate' from having two in two, to going on and getting the hat-trick?
CricViz: In Tests where such data is available in our database, there have been 1,355 occasions where a bowler has taken wickets in two consecutive **** , with only 43 (3.2%) of them converted to a hat-trick.
#wickets #sport
Our new feature, Ask CricViz, is here to help and we can reveal the first selection of answers below.
Please note that all stats in Tests are inclusive of the recent Australia v Bangladesh Test in Mackay, but do not include stats from the ongoing Sri Lanka v India Test in Colombo.
Graham, Hastings: Against Pakistan, Josh Tongue took two wickets in two **** but missed out on his hat-trick. What is the 'conversion rate' from having two in two, to going on and getting the hat-trick?
CricViz: In Tests where such data is available in our database, there have been 1,355 occasions where a bowler has taken wickets in two consecutive **** , with only 43 (3.2%) of them converted to a hat-trick.
#wickets #sport
6 days ago
Choosing between precious metals and critical rare earths requires balancing traditional mining stability against high-tech growth potential. Is First Majestic Silver Corp (NYSE:AG) or MP Materials Corp (NYSE:MP) the better addition for your portfolio today?
First Majestic focuses on maximizing silver and gold production through underground mining operations in North America. MP Materials provides the materials necessary for electric vehicles and defense systems. Both companies operate within the metal stocks industry, yet they offer very different financial profiles for investors looking toward 2026.
First Majestic Silver focuses on mining silver and gold within Mexico and the United States. It operates four primary underground mines, including San Dimas, Santa Elena, La Encantada, and Los Gatos. The company manages a workforce of more than 5,100 employees to supply physical metals to global markets. Customer concentration is not disclosed as a significant factor in its latest annual report, filed for the most recent fiscal period.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $1.3 billion (the company reports in Canadian dollars; they have been converted to U.S. dollars here), representing a significant growth of approximately 128% compared to the prior year. This sharp increase helped the company achieve net income of close to $168 million, a major improvement from the net loss reported in FY 2024. The net margin, which measures the percentage of revenue kept as profit, stood at roughly 13% for the period.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.1x. This ratio shows that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has roughly ten cents in total debt. The so-called current ratio, which measures the ability to pay short-term bills, is close to 2.6x. Free cash flow, which is cash from operations minus capital spending, reached approximately $352 million during the year.
#silver #majestic #NYSE
First Majestic focuses on maximizing silver and gold production through underground mining operations in North America. MP Materials provides the materials necessary for electric vehicles and defense systems. Both companies operate within the metal stocks industry, yet they offer very different financial profiles for investors looking toward 2026.
First Majestic Silver focuses on mining silver and gold within Mexico and the United States. It operates four primary underground mines, including San Dimas, Santa Elena, La Encantada, and Los Gatos. The company manages a workforce of more than 5,100 employees to supply physical metals to global markets. Customer concentration is not disclosed as a significant factor in its latest annual report, filed for the most recent fiscal period.
In FY 2025, revenue reached nearly $1.3 billion (the company reports in Canadian dollars; they have been converted to U.S. dollars here), representing a significant growth of approximately 128% compared to the prior year. This sharp increase helped the company achieve net income of close to $168 million, a major improvement from the net loss reported in FY 2024. The net margin, which measures the percentage of revenue kept as profit, stood at roughly 13% for the period.
As of its December 2025 balance sheet, the debt-to-equity ratio is approximately 0.1x. This ratio shows that for every dollar of shareholder equity, the company has roughly ten cents in total debt. The so-called current ratio, which measures the ability to pay short-term bills, is close to 2.6x. Free cash flow, which is cash from operations minus capital spending, reached approximately $352 million during the year.
#silver #majestic #NYSE
6 days ago
Steve Nicol took umbrage with one post-match comment on the stoppage-time penalty decision in Liverpool's 2-2 draw against Newcastle on Sunday.
The Reds were awarded a spot kick deep into added time when Lewis Hall clashed into Victor Munoz inside the box, and Dominik Szoboszlai duly converted to ensure a share of the spoils at St James' Park.
Gary Neville said on co-commentary for Sky Sports that it was the right decision, insisting that the Magpies left-back fouled the Spanish winger and didn't get any of the ball, but the home side's head coach Matthias Jaissle argued that the awarding of the penalty was 'really soft'.
That comment from the 38-year-old annoyed Nicol, who retorted that there's no grey area when it comes to such penalty decisions.
The ex-Liverpool defender said on ESPN FC: "What does that mean? It's either a foul or it's not a foul. If it's a foul, it's a penalty and it's not soft. You can't have this 'soft' nonsense. If you're gonna come out with that…I'm sorry, I don't get it.
#soft #foul #nicol #sunday
The Reds were awarded a spot kick deep into added time when Lewis Hall clashed into Victor Munoz inside the box, and Dominik Szoboszlai duly converted to ensure a share of the spoils at St James' Park.
Gary Neville said on co-commentary for Sky Sports that it was the right decision, insisting that the Magpies left-back fouled the Spanish winger and didn't get any of the ball, but the home side's head coach Matthias Jaissle argued that the awarding of the penalty was 'really soft'.
That comment from the 38-year-old annoyed Nicol, who retorted that there's no grey area when it comes to such penalty decisions.
The ex-Liverpool defender said on ESPN FC: "What does that mean? It's either a foul or it's not a foul. If it's a foul, it's a penalty and it's not soft. You can't have this 'soft' nonsense. If you're gonna come out with that…I'm sorry, I don't get it.
#soft #foul #nicol #sunday
9 days ago
The Green Bay Packers' starting offense marched 66 yards in 12 plays against the Denver Broncos' first-team defense to open Friday night's preseason opener, and MarShawn Lloyd capped off the scoring drive with an 11-yard touchdown catch on third down in the red zone.
Jordan Love completed 5-of-7 passes on the opening drive, including the touchdown pass to Lloyd, who turned five touches into 19 total yards. On the scoring play, Lloyd ran a Texas route from the backfield, beat the man in coverage and burst into the end zone for six. Trey Smack added the extra point for a 7-0 lead.
Watch Lloyd score below:
The touchdown was the first of Lloyd's pro career during the preseason or regular season.
Christian Watson caught a pair of passes for 19 yards on the opening drive, which took up almost seven minutes on the first quarter clock, and Matthew Golden had a 19-yard catch converting a fourth down while also drawing a pass interference penalty. Love's passer rating on the opening drive was 134.5. Lloyd converted a 3rd-and-2 with a 2-yard run, and his touchdown catch came on 3rd-and-3 from the 11-yard line.
#lloyd #drive #opening #scoring
Jordan Love completed 5-of-7 passes on the opening drive, including the touchdown pass to Lloyd, who turned five touches into 19 total yards. On the scoring play, Lloyd ran a Texas route from the backfield, beat the man in coverage and burst into the end zone for six. Trey Smack added the extra point for a 7-0 lead.
Watch Lloyd score below:
The touchdown was the first of Lloyd's pro career during the preseason or regular season.
Christian Watson caught a pair of passes for 19 yards on the opening drive, which took up almost seven minutes on the first quarter clock, and Matthew Golden had a 19-yard catch converting a fourth down while also drawing a pass interference penalty. Love's passer rating on the opening drive was 134.5. Lloyd converted a 3rd-and-2 with a 2-yard run, and his touchdown catch came on 3rd-and-3 from the 11-yard line.
#lloyd #drive #opening #scoring
9 days ago
When Daniel Duarte had his second elbow surgery in April 2024, most people the right-handed reliever spoke to believed his chances of getting back to the big league mound were a relative coin flip.
Duarte's 18-month recovery has the potential to be a lifetime in Major League Baseball. An opportunity in his native Mexico in the Mexican Pacific Winter League this past winter helped the right-hander regain his confidence. He did not allow an earned run in 24 innings and converted five saves.
Then, the Mets came calling with a minor league deal.
"I knew once I have the opportunity, I can show that I still can pitch in the big leagues," Duarte told NorthJersey.com this week. "First of all, I want to be healthy because in the past, there's been a couple of injuries, like one Tommy John and bone spurs and tendinitis, different kind of stuff. I'm glad that now I have no problems, healthy and doing what I like."
More than two seasons removed from his baseball career teetering on disrepair, Duarte, whose only extended major league action came in 2023 with the Reds, has latched onto his opportunity in a Mets bullpen still reeling from a massive trade deadline sell-off.
#Opportunity #METS #Baseball
Duarte's 18-month recovery has the potential to be a lifetime in Major League Baseball. An opportunity in his native Mexico in the Mexican Pacific Winter League this past winter helped the right-hander regain his confidence. He did not allow an earned run in 24 innings and converted five saves.
Then, the Mets came calling with a minor league deal.
"I knew once I have the opportunity, I can show that I still can pitch in the big leagues," Duarte told NorthJersey.com this week. "First of all, I want to be healthy because in the past, there's been a couple of injuries, like one Tommy John and bone spurs and tendinitis, different kind of stuff. I'm glad that now I have no problems, healthy and doing what I like."
More than two seasons removed from his baseball career teetering on disrepair, Duarte, whose only extended major league action came in 2023 with the Reds, has latched onto his opportunity in a Mets bullpen still reeling from a massive trade deadline sell-off.
#Opportunity #METS #Baseball
9 days ago
VivoPower PLC (NASDAQ:VIVO, FRA:51J) has fully retired the $28.8 million in shareholder debt it owed to AWN Holdings, eliminating the last of its principal obligation to the entity and sharpening its credit profile ahead of a planned AI data center buildout in Norway, according to a new ****** yst note from ****** le Capital Markets.
Of the total, $16.5 million was converted under the company's second PIPE offering, while the remaining $12.3 million was repaid in cash.
Analysts at ****** le said the move removes the ****** ociated interest expense and materially improves VivoPower's credit quality as it advances the Mo i Rana AI data center conversion.
The debt retirement follows a $50 million PIPE priced at $7.50 per share on July 29, led by Blue Sky Capital alongside Nordic, EU and GCC institutional and family-office investors. Proceeds from the raise are earmarked for the Mo i Rana project and further debt reduction.
VivoPower's board has also approved separating the company's 2.2GW non-Nordic portfolio, spanning the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and the Philippines, into an independently listed and capitalized platform on the London Stock Exchange and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. ****** le said the restructuring moves the portfolio's capital expenditure off VivoPower's balance sheet while the company retains de facto control, leaving a Nordic-focused AI infrastructure business.
#noble #rana #data
Of the total, $16.5 million was converted under the company's second PIPE offering, while the remaining $12.3 million was repaid in cash.
Analysts at ****** le said the move removes the ****** ociated interest expense and materially improves VivoPower's credit quality as it advances the Mo i Rana AI data center conversion.
The debt retirement follows a $50 million PIPE priced at $7.50 per share on July 29, led by Blue Sky Capital alongside Nordic, EU and GCC institutional and family-office investors. Proceeds from the raise are earmarked for the Mo i Rana project and further debt reduction.
VivoPower's board has also approved separating the company's 2.2GW non-Nordic portfolio, spanning the UAE, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Malaysia and the Philippines, into an independently listed and capitalized platform on the London Stock Exchange and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. ****** le said the restructuring moves the portfolio's capital expenditure off VivoPower's balance sheet while the company retains de facto control, leaving a Nordic-focused AI infrastructure business.
#noble #rana #data
10 days ago
Angel Reese wasted no time making an impact on Thursday's WNBA game against the Los Angeles Sparks.
The Atlanta Dream star opened the matchup against the matchup with a perfect shooting performance. Reese scored 18 points on 8-for-8 shooting in the first half. Her hot start helped Atlanta build a 10-0 run.
MORE: Caitlin Clark laughs at Angel Reese after she botches easy game-winning layup
Reese attacked the basket with confidence. She finished through contact and converted her early opportunities. Her perfect shooting also gave the Dream another major offensive option alongside Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray. She shot a 2-of-2 from beyond the arc.
The LSU alum has also continued to dominate the glass. She has established herself as one of the league's best rebounders.
#atlanta #matchup
The Atlanta Dream star opened the matchup against the matchup with a perfect shooting performance. Reese scored 18 points on 8-for-8 shooting in the first half. Her hot start helped Atlanta build a 10-0 run.
MORE: Caitlin Clark laughs at Angel Reese after she botches easy game-winning layup
Reese attacked the basket with confidence. She finished through contact and converted her early opportunities. Her perfect shooting also gave the Dream another major offensive option alongside Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray. She shot a 2-of-2 from beyond the arc.
The LSU alum has also continued to dominate the glass. She has established herself as one of the league's best rebounders.
#atlanta #matchup
10 days ago
Arike Ogunbowale's reaction to Kelsey Mitchell foul could come with added cost originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Dallas Wings' matchup with the Indiana Fever produced frustration early Thursday night, and Arike Ogunbowale could end up paying for it in more ways than one. Ogunbowale received a technical foul with 2:21 remaining in the first quarter after she was whistled for a personal foul against Kelsey Mitchell. The Dallas guard disputed the decision and continued making her case to an official, who quickly ***** sed the technical.
Caitlin Clark missed the ensuing technical free throw, but Mitchell converted both attempts awarded for the original foul. The sequence did not create a major swing on the scoreboard. It could, however, create an unwanted charge for Ogunbowale.
The technical was Ogunbowale's second of the season. Under the WNBA's technical-foul structure, each of a player's first three technicals carries a $500 fine. Technicals four through seven result in $1,000 fines, while an eighth triggers a $1,500 fine and an automatic one-game suspension.
Ogunbowale therefore could be fined $500 if the call is upheld. There is at least some possibility the technical will not remain on her record. Ogunbowale previously had a technical rescinded this season, and the WNBA reviews such calls after games. Dallas also could appeal the decision.
#kelsey #first
The Dallas Wings' matchup with the Indiana Fever produced frustration early Thursday night, and Arike Ogunbowale could end up paying for it in more ways than one. Ogunbowale received a technical foul with 2:21 remaining in the first quarter after she was whistled for a personal foul against Kelsey Mitchell. The Dallas guard disputed the decision and continued making her case to an official, who quickly ***** sed the technical.
Caitlin Clark missed the ensuing technical free throw, but Mitchell converted both attempts awarded for the original foul. The sequence did not create a major swing on the scoreboard. It could, however, create an unwanted charge for Ogunbowale.
The technical was Ogunbowale's second of the season. Under the WNBA's technical-foul structure, each of a player's first three technicals carries a $500 fine. Technicals four through seven result in $1,000 fines, while an eighth triggers a $1,500 fine and an automatic one-game suspension.
Ogunbowale therefore could be fined $500 if the call is upheld. There is at least some possibility the technical will not remain on her record. Ogunbowale previously had a technical rescinded this season, and the WNBA reviews such calls after games. Dallas also could appeal the decision.
#kelsey #first
10 days ago
No fewer than five new signings made their competitive debuts for the Black and Yellows in the starting lineup: Jacqueline Meißner and Lara Schmidt bolstered the defense, Ricarda Walkling played in central midfield, while Ramona Maier and captain Alexandra Popp featured on the attack. Head coach Markus Högner went all out on offense with the forward quartet of Maier, Popp, Schumacher, and Enderle – together, they had scored 20 goals in the six preseason matches.
Amid the exuberant atmosphere at Rote Erde Stadium, the Borussia women dominated the match from the start. The team created its first dangerous scoring chance in the fifth minute after a cross to Jacqueline Meißner. The low cross found Ramona Maier, whose low shot was cleared for a corner by the Bielefeld goalkeeper. In the minutes that followed, the BVB Women repeatedly combined down the right flank to penetrate the Bielefeld penalty area – Arminia goalkeeper Johanna Wende was also able to parry two more shots by Maier (10th, 20th).
The match turned into a test of patience for the BVB Women; the visitors from Bielefeld retreated deeper and deeper in front of their own goal as the half progressed. Alex Popp covered the entire width of the field, often dropping deeper during build-up play to distribute the ball in the center. The captain was rewarded for her efforts in the 38th minute when she powered a cross from Enderle into the Bielefeld goal with a header to give her team a 1–0 halftime lead.
The Borussia women continued to focus on counter-pressing in the second half, immediately regaining possession and launching a focused build-up. The BVB Women created their first offensive opportunities of the second half through a low free kick by Schumacher (51st') and a shot by Sara Ito following a corner (52nd). In the 60th minute, the Borussia women had their next shot on goal when Alex Popp broke through, but the visitors' in-form goalkeeper deflected the ball around the post. At the other end, the alert Jacqueline Meißner successfully tackled one of Bielefeld's few forays forward (71st minute).
The closing stages briefly brought some frantic action to a match in which the BVB Women, despite their narrow lead, kept pushing forward relentlessly. Relief came in the 82nd minute: BVB's captain once again converted a sharply taken corner kick by Schumacher. Alex Popp rose highest at the near post and headed the ball into the near corner to make it 2–0. The much-celebrated finishing touch came from the two substitutes, Steenwijk and Leubner, who had only just come on: Ronja Leubner confidently finished off a through ball played with the outside of the foot by Jenske Steenwijk to seal the 3–0 final score.
#popp #borussia #alex
Amid the exuberant atmosphere at Rote Erde Stadium, the Borussia women dominated the match from the start. The team created its first dangerous scoring chance in the fifth minute after a cross to Jacqueline Meißner. The low cross found Ramona Maier, whose low shot was cleared for a corner by the Bielefeld goalkeeper. In the minutes that followed, the BVB Women repeatedly combined down the right flank to penetrate the Bielefeld penalty area – Arminia goalkeeper Johanna Wende was also able to parry two more shots by Maier (10th, 20th).
The match turned into a test of patience for the BVB Women; the visitors from Bielefeld retreated deeper and deeper in front of their own goal as the half progressed. Alex Popp covered the entire width of the field, often dropping deeper during build-up play to distribute the ball in the center. The captain was rewarded for her efforts in the 38th minute when she powered a cross from Enderle into the Bielefeld goal with a header to give her team a 1–0 halftime lead.
The Borussia women continued to focus on counter-pressing in the second half, immediately regaining possession and launching a focused build-up. The BVB Women created their first offensive opportunities of the second half through a low free kick by Schumacher (51st') and a shot by Sara Ito following a corner (52nd). In the 60th minute, the Borussia women had their next shot on goal when Alex Popp broke through, but the visitors' in-form goalkeeper deflected the ball around the post. At the other end, the alert Jacqueline Meißner successfully tackled one of Bielefeld's few forays forward (71st minute).
The closing stages briefly brought some frantic action to a match in which the BVB Women, despite their narrow lead, kept pushing forward relentlessly. Relief came in the 82nd minute: BVB's captain once again converted a sharply taken corner kick by Schumacher. Alex Popp rose highest at the near post and headed the ball into the near corner to make it 2–0. The much-celebrated finishing touch came from the two substitutes, Steenwijk and Leubner, who had only just come on: Ronja Leubner confidently finished off a through ball played with the outside of the foot by Jenske Steenwijk to seal the 3–0 final score.
#popp #borussia #alex
10 days ago
Two fourth-quarter goals from Spanish forward Marc Reyne were enough to end Ireland's hopes of a top-eight finish at the World Cup as Mark Tumilty's side fell to a 3-1 defeat.
Needing a draw to make it through to the upper end of the crossover phase of the tournament, Ireland were more than holding their own against the world-ranked six side after 45 minutes.
After Spain had taken the lead through Nicolas Alvarez, the Irish dominated the second quarter and deservedly equalised when Lee Cole converted a penalty stroke.
Defensively solid, Ireland were 15 minutes away from pulling off the first major upset of the World Cup.
However, Reyne had other ideas, pouncing on a corner rebound and then producing a superb finish on the reverse stick to give the Spanish a 3-1 win.
#World #spanish #quarter
Needing a draw to make it through to the upper end of the crossover phase of the tournament, Ireland were more than holding their own against the world-ranked six side after 45 minutes.
After Spain had taken the lead through Nicolas Alvarez, the Irish dominated the second quarter and deservedly equalised when Lee Cole converted a penalty stroke.
Defensively solid, Ireland were 15 minutes away from pulling off the first major upset of the World Cup.
However, Reyne had other ideas, pouncing on a corner rebound and then producing a superb finish on the reverse stick to give the Spanish a 3-1 win.
#World #spanish #quarter
10 days ago
India's crushing victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test in Galle unearthed two potential long-term ****** ets in different departments — left-arm spinner Manav Suthar and batter Devdutt Padikkal.
Suthar, in particular, looks every bit a Test star in the making. In just two Tests, the 24-year-old has claimed 17 wickets at an average of 11.35, including two five-wicket hauls and his maiden 10-wicket match haul. In Galle, he showcased the classical virtues of left-arm spin, extracting loop, drift, turn and bounce.
Padikkal, meanwhile, grabbed his opportunity with both hands. Playing his first Test in 19 months after replacing the injured Sai Sudharsan at No. 3, the stylish left-hander marked his return with a majestic 167, the standout innings of the match, followed by a useful 44 in the second innings. Comfortable against spin on both the front and back foot, Padikkal has strengthened his case to retain the No. 3 slot.
Suthar made an impact from his very first ball, trapping Dinesh Chandimal with a beauty that pitched, bounced and turned away before finding the edge to Rishabh Pant. On the final day, he wrapped up Sri Lanka's tail with smart variations in pace and an effective straighter delivery.
Former India left-arm spinner and selector Venkatapathy Raju believes familiarity with subcontinental conditions and a recent county stint with Warwickshire have played a key role in Suthar's rapid rise. The youngster took 11 wickets in two county matches, including a maiden five-for against Somerset.
"I was very impressed by Suthar's attitude. He has a high-arm action, bowls close to the wicket and possesses the aggression needed to succeed as a left-arm spinner. Playing his first two Tests in familiar conditions has helped, while county cricket gave him valuable red-ball experience," Raju told TOI.
"This will do wonders for his confidence. He can bowl long spells, challenge both right-handers and left-handers and has shown all the signs of becoming a very good bowler."
India vice-captain KL Rahul credited Suthar's accuracy, subtle changes in pace and ability to exploit drift for making him such a potent threat.
"It's the subtle variations from the same action and angle. He can bowl slower or quicker without changing his arm speed. In Galle, he used the wind beautifully to get drift before the ball either straightened or came back in," Rahul said.
Rahul also praised Suthar's consistency in hitting the right areas.
"His greatest strength is his pace through the air and his ability to challenge every mode of dismissal. The line he bowls brings LBW into play, while any turn can produce catches behind. That's a special skill."
The vice-captain was equally effusive about Padikkal, with whom he shared a 150-run partnership in the first innings.
"That innings defined the Test," Rahul said. "The tempo he batted at and the fact that he converted it into a big hundred really set the game up for us. The conditions were physic
Suthar, in particular, looks every bit a Test star in the making. In just two Tests, the 24-year-old has claimed 17 wickets at an average of 11.35, including two five-wicket hauls and his maiden 10-wicket match haul. In Galle, he showcased the classical virtues of left-arm spin, extracting loop, drift, turn and bounce.
Padikkal, meanwhile, grabbed his opportunity with both hands. Playing his first Test in 19 months after replacing the injured Sai Sudharsan at No. 3, the stylish left-hander marked his return with a majestic 167, the standout innings of the match, followed by a useful 44 in the second innings. Comfortable against spin on both the front and back foot, Padikkal has strengthened his case to retain the No. 3 slot.
Suthar made an impact from his very first ball, trapping Dinesh Chandimal with a beauty that pitched, bounced and turned away before finding the edge to Rishabh Pant. On the final day, he wrapped up Sri Lanka's tail with smart variations in pace and an effective straighter delivery.
Former India left-arm spinner and selector Venkatapathy Raju believes familiarity with subcontinental conditions and a recent county stint with Warwickshire have played a key role in Suthar's rapid rise. The youngster took 11 wickets in two county matches, including a maiden five-for against Somerset.
"I was very impressed by Suthar's attitude. He has a high-arm action, bowls close to the wicket and possesses the aggression needed to succeed as a left-arm spinner. Playing his first two Tests in familiar conditions has helped, while county cricket gave him valuable red-ball experience," Raju told TOI.
"This will do wonders for his confidence. He can bowl long spells, challenge both right-handers and left-handers and has shown all the signs of becoming a very good bowler."
India vice-captain KL Rahul credited Suthar's accuracy, subtle changes in pace and ability to exploit drift for making him such a potent threat.
"It's the subtle variations from the same action and angle. He can bowl slower or quicker without changing his arm speed. In Galle, he used the wind beautifully to get drift before the ball either straightened or came back in," Rahul said.
Rahul also praised Suthar's consistency in hitting the right areas.
"His greatest strength is his pace through the air and his ability to challenge every mode of dismissal. The line he bowls brings LBW into play, while any turn can produce catches behind. That's a special skill."
The vice-captain was equally effusive about Padikkal, with whom he shared a 150-run partnership in the first innings.
"That innings defined the Test," Rahul said. "The tempo he batted at and the fact that he converted it into a big hundred really set the game up for us. The conditions were physic
12 days ago
Charter operator Global Crossing Airlines has dismissed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against Ascent Global Logistics, its one-time largest shareholder, and terminated their exclusive brokerage agreement, ending a saga that contributed to the carrier's persistent difficulty generating business for its cargo fleet.
Miami-based Global Crossing, or GlobalX, sued Ascent Global Logistics on June 4 for $30 million in damages, alleging the former investment partner failed to honor an agreement to steer air cargo business its way and instead ******* igned charter work to USA Jet Airlines, its expedited on-demand freighter subsidiary with a large roster of automotive clients.
Signs quickly emerged that GlobalX (OTCQB: JETMF) got cold feet over fighting a larger partner, but an agreement to drop the lawsuit and settle differences wasn't made official until last week. The companies said they have ended their 2023 exclusive brokerage agreement. GlobalX has also agreed to payment terms for amounts owed to Ascent, according to a joint news release.
Payment terms were not disclosed, but it was publicly known that Ascent demanded the remaining $1.94 million balance of a $2.5 million prepayment to GlobalX to provide cargo flights to its customers. GlobalX claimed that Ascent, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, only referred a handful of flights over a three-year period.
Most of GlobalX's business comes from contract flying for professional and college sports teams, the Department of Homeland Security, and other groups. But the startup company also controls four Airbus A321 narrowbody converted freighters that have never been able to deliver consistent cargo business, partly due to Ascent's efforts to stymie GlobalX in the North American regional market.
#agreement #Logistics
Miami-based Global Crossing, or GlobalX, sued Ascent Global Logistics on June 4 for $30 million in damages, alleging the former investment partner failed to honor an agreement to steer air cargo business its way and instead ******* igned charter work to USA Jet Airlines, its expedited on-demand freighter subsidiary with a large roster of automotive clients.
Signs quickly emerged that GlobalX (OTCQB: JETMF) got cold feet over fighting a larger partner, but an agreement to drop the lawsuit and settle differences wasn't made official until last week. The companies said they have ended their 2023 exclusive brokerage agreement. GlobalX has also agreed to payment terms for amounts owed to Ascent, according to a joint news release.
Payment terms were not disclosed, but it was publicly known that Ascent demanded the remaining $1.94 million balance of a $2.5 million prepayment to GlobalX to provide cargo flights to its customers. GlobalX claimed that Ascent, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, only referred a handful of flights over a three-year period.
Most of GlobalX's business comes from contract flying for professional and college sports teams, the Department of Homeland Security, and other groups. But the startup company also controls four Airbus A321 narrowbody converted freighters that have never been able to deliver consistent cargo business, partly due to Ascent's efforts to stymie GlobalX in the North American regional market.
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13 days ago
Wales and Pakistan played out a thrilling 3-3 draw in pool D at the Hockey World Cup in Amsterdam.
Abdul Rehman opened the scoring for Pakistan after three minutes with some brilliant aerial work along the baseline.
Wales, however, rallied in the second quarter, taking full advantage of a yellow card for Sufyan Khan.
Gareth Furlong's penalty corner was powerfully converted and Rhys Bradshaw gave Wales the lead 30 seconds later.
Khan returned from his yellow card to equalise from a penalty corner in the fourth quarter before a deflection from Hannan Shahid gave Pakistan the lead once more.
#quarter #yellow #penalty
Abdul Rehman opened the scoring for Pakistan after three minutes with some brilliant aerial work along the baseline.
Wales, however, rallied in the second quarter, taking full advantage of a yellow card for Sufyan Khan.
Gareth Furlong's penalty corner was powerfully converted and Rhys Bradshaw gave Wales the lead 30 seconds later.
Khan returned from his yellow card to equalise from a penalty corner in the fourth quarter before a deflection from Hannan Shahid gave Pakistan the lead once more.
#quarter #yellow #penalty
