Poland's political parties reveal campaign programs before the Oct 15 general election
Poland’s conservative governing party and the opposition has showered potential voters with promises as the country's political parties revealed their campaign programs before the Oct. 15 parliamentary election
2023-09-10 00:28
Brazilians split about Neymar breaking Pelé's goal-scoring record
Brazil great Neymar has received a plaque for becoming the team’s all-time top goal-scorer in official matches
2023-09-10 00:25
Commanders open the season against the Cardinals, ushering in a new era for the franchise
The Washington Commanders have a new ownership group led by Josh Harris, a new starting quarterback in Sam Howell and a new offensive coordinator in Eric Bieniemy
2023-09-10 00:22
Sexton returns and leads a record-setting day for Ireland at Rugby World Cup
Jonathan Sexton gave Ireland and its fans a scare when he rubbed his left wrist after being slammed by a Romanian when scoring a try in a Rugby World Cup match in Bordeaux
2023-09-10 00:21
G20 countries agree to increase clean energy but reach no deal on phasing out fossil fuels
G20 leaders have agreed to triple renewable energy and try to increase the funds for climate change-related disasters but maintained the status quo with regards to phasing out carbon spewing coal
2023-09-09 23:59
‘First of its kind’: Elite coaches head to Pakistan for unique new football venture
It might not necessarily be considered a typical football nation, but a striking new academy has been launched in Pakistan with Uefa-accredited coaches. Lahore, the capital of the Punjab in Pakistan and the country’s second-largest city, will now offer a football academy. Called the Legends Academy, it enrols over 300 children, both boys and girls, who take part in regular training sessions. Owner of the academy, Hamza Syed said: “It’s the only one in the country that offers Uefa-licensed coaching. We had another initiative four or five years ago but it collapsed and we are the only one and so far we’ve got 300 kids.” The country has its own Pakistan Premier League, with 16 teams, and although the stadiums are small, it is an important step. Syed added: “My three coaches are all ex-Premier League, Liverpool, Arsenal and the third one is arriving tomorrow morning was at Manchester United, and he was very senior he used to run the under-9s and under-6s as an elite coach. “This is a first of its kind venture in Pakistan.” Football is a growing sport in Pakistan. The World Cup was available on television, and while you may not find children playing from dawn till dusk like you would cricket, it is increasingly popular. Syed said: “The response has been fantastic. In the space (since launching a few months ago) we have 300 kids. Cricket is the national sport but in the city schools everyone follows the big leagues in Europe, everyone knows what’s going on, everyone wants to be Aguero. “Football is big, I would say it’s a misconception [that it isn’t].” The Lahore-based academy has girls in every age group, although the majority of children are boys. It is currently fee-paying to enrol into sessions, but Syed is hoping that can change with further investment more scholarships can be offered. The dream, as always, is to eventually have a Pakistani footballer playing in one of the top leagues in Europe, in a hope that would further encourage everyone in the country to take up the sport. Read More Officials use soccer to highlight climate worries in India's ecologically fragile Ladakh region Arsene Wenger reveals his blueprint for the future of football Ukraine vs England LIVE: Latest updates from Euro 2024 qualifying Harry Kane admits it ‘hurt’ watching England peers win titles while Tottenham toiled Man Utd winger Antony appears on Brazilian TV to deny assault allegations
2023-09-09 23:59
Biden gives Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed a hearty handshake a year after an awkward fist bump moment
The Saudi crown prince once vilified by President Joe Biden has been elevated from a fist bump to a hearty handshake
2023-09-09 23:57
Erling Haaland backs himself for 2023 Ballon d'Or
Erling Haaland admits he is among the favourites to win this year's Ballon d'Or.
2023-09-09 23:52
Evenepoel powers to solo victory day after Vuelta defence collapse
Remco Evenepoel made a powerful statement with a superb solo stage 14 victory in the Vuelta a Espana on Saturday, the day after...
2023-09-09 23:49
Sexton sets new mark as Irish thrash Romania in World Cup opener
Irish captain Johnny Sexton scored 24 points to make a spectacular injury return as he became Ireland's record World Cup points scorer in a sparkling...
2023-09-09 23:46
Paris strips Palestinian leader Abbas of special honor for remarks on Holocaust
Paris has rescinded a special honor it bestowed on Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas because of recent antisemitic comments minimizing the Holocaust
2023-09-09 23:46
What we know about the Morocco earthquake
More than 1000 people have died after a powerful earthquake struck the North African country of Morocco on Friday night. Hundreds have been injured.
2023-09-09 23:45