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Shillong, August 26: NorthEast United FC secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Shillong Lajong FC in the first semi-final of the Durand Cup on Monday. The win ensured NorthEast United’s maiden appearance in the Durand Cup final. Goals from Thoi Singh, Ajaraie, and Parthib Gogoi sealed the deal for the Highlanders, who will now face either Mohun Bagan Super Giant or Bengaluru FC in the final on Saturday. The match saw NorthEast United dominate proceedings from the outset. Thoi Singh opened the scoring in the 13th minute, capitalizing on a well-timed cross from Jithin MS. Ajaraie doubled the lead in…

A last-minute goal scored by Serge Gnabry ensured Bayern Munich achieved a narrow 3-2 victory over VfL Wolfsburg in the German League (Bundesliga) on Sunday (25/8/2024) night. This victory is a good start for the Bavarian club’s new coach Vincent Kompany. Wolfsburg started the first half brightly, but it was the visitors who created the better chances in the first half. Munich took the lead after some fine work from Frenchman Sacha Boey down the right flank who teed up Jamal Musiala to score. Bayern started the second half badly, as they gave away a penalty after Tiago Tomas was…

The Indonesian U-17 National Team (Timnas) managed to beat India with a score of 3-1 in a friendly match that took place at the Captain I Wayan Dipta Stadium, Gianyar Regency, Bali, on Sunday (25/8/2024) evening. Three goals for the Red and White team were scored by Evandra through a penalty in the 14th minute, then Fandi Ahmad Muzaki and Mierza Firjatullah added to the lead. Meanwhile, the only goal for the Indian National Team was scored by Levis Zangminlun. In the first half, the Indonesian U-17 National Team appeared more dominant. They took the lead in the 14th minute…

Noni Madueke scored three goals (hat-trick) in the second half as Chelsea crushed hosts Wolverhampton Wanderers 6-2 in a fierce Premier League match at Molineux on Sunday (25/8/2024) evening IST. The result was the Blues’ first point in the Premier League this season and the first for new manager Enzo Maresca. Maresca’s team took the lead twice in the first half through goals from Nicolas Jackson and Cole Palmer. But the home team managed to reply through Matheus Cunha and Jorgen Strand Larsen. The score at half-time ended 2-2. Wolves then fell behind after the break, and Madueke took the…

Defending champion Inter Milan achieved its first win of the season by beating Lecce 2-0 in an Italian League match held at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, Milan, on Sunday (25/8/2024) early morning IST. With this result, the Nerazzurri are now at the top of the Italian League standings with four points, while Lecce are languishing at the bottom of the standings with no points. The match had only been going on for five minutes when Inter took the lead. Federico Dimarco sent in a cross that hit Mehdi Taremi. The ball then fell to Matteo Darmian who was unmarked and…

Man City’s 115th FFP Violation Hearing to be Held Next Month, Here’s Guardiola’s Comment Pep Guardiola admitted that he was pleased that Manchester City’s hearing regarding their 115 financial fair play (FFP) demands would begin next month. The Man City coach also expressed his desire to complete this process not only for his club, but also for the clarity of other Premier League clubs, including Liverpool. Last February 115 allegations were made against Man City, alleging breaches of FFP regulations spanning almost a decade, from 2009 to 2018, all of which the club has denied. The long-awaited trial is expected…

You can find out the score prediction for Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Ajax in the Europa League Playoff Round in this article. The Jagiellonia Bialystok vs Ajax match will be held on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 12.15 IST at the Bialystok City Stadium in the first leg of the Europa League playoffs. Previously, Jagiellonia Bialystok were knocked out by Bodo/Glimt in the Champions League, while Ajax advanced after beating Panathinaikos on penalties in the third round. Jagiellonia captain Taras Romanczuk will play in midfield, while Jesus Imaz, who has scored three goals in Europa League qualifying, will lead the line,…

After qualifying through the third qualifying round in contrasting styles, Lille and Slavia Prague face each other in the Champions League playoff round with the first leg. The match will take place on Wednesday (21/8/2024) at 12.30 IST. The two teams meet at the Stade du Hainaut in Valenciennes, as Lille’s home stadium is still unavailable following the Olympics and both will be looking to take an advantage into next week’s second leg. Lille visited Turkish giants Fenerbahce at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium last week and Jose Mourinho was understandably unhappy as they narrowly won at the end of extra…

Former Manchester City striker Clive Allen considers 19-year-old young player Rico Lewis to be an important asset for the club nicknamed “The Citizens”. “Not only as a right-back, he can also play in several positions. He is a massive asset for the squad,” Allen said, quoted from Manchester City’s official website in Jakarta, Tuesday. The former footballer who strengthened City in the 1989-1991 period said that Rico Lewis was able to show his talent and ability when trusted to play. This was seen when Lewis played for 90 minutes in Manchester City’s first match in the 2024-2025 Premier League against…

Manchester United need to move quickly to get Brentford striker Ivan Toney. Because, at the same time the England national team striker is also attracting the attention of Al Ahli. Manchester United reportedly still want to bring in a new striker. Erik ten Hag is not satisfied with just bringing in one striker, namely Joshua Zirkzee. In addition, although Jadon Sancho can also be a center forward, Ten Hag does not see him as an option. Moreover, Sancho is rumored to be leaving this summer. Express reports that the striker targeted by Man United is Ivan Toney. The striker has…