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Al-Nassr鈥檚 5-star show blows Al-Ain away

Al-Nassr鈥檚 5-star show blows Al-Ain away
Al-Nassr defeated holders Al-Ain 5-1 in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday. (X/@AlNassrFC)
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Updated 06 November 2024

Al-Nassr鈥檚 5-star show blows Al-Ain away

Al-Nassr鈥檚 5-star show blows Al-Ain away
  • Cristiano Ronaldo helps side to easy victory

Al-Nassr defeated holders Al-Ain 5-1 in the AFC Champions League Elite on Tuesday to move into third place in the group and give 海角直播 the top three positions in the 12-team table.

With Al-Hilal and Al-Ahli winning on Monday to stay perfect on 12 points after four games, Al-Nassr are just two behind thanks to a devastating performance against the UAE鈥檚 powerhouse side.

The last time Al-Ain met 海角直播n opposition was just 15 days ago and fans were treated to a nine-goal thriller as Al-Hilal ran out 5-4 winners.

The last time they met Al-Nassr was at the quarter-final stage of last season鈥檚 competition in March when the UAE team triumphed on penalties in what was a painful evening for the fans in Riyadh.

It was a different story this time with Al-Nassr going ahead in the fifth minute with an impressive goal, though Al-Ain鈥檚 coach Hernan Crespo was left asking questions of his defenders.

Mohamed Simakan has impressed since joining from RB Leipzig, but there seemed to be little danger when the center-back picked up the ball inside his own half. The French defender was allowed to cross the halfway line, though, and with the opposition falling back, a short pass found Talisca who made space for the shot with his first touch and then fired home with his second.

Cristiano Ronaldo fired just wide from a similar position at the edge of the area after 10 minutes, but given Al-Ain鈥檚 scoring capabilities there was a feeling that more was needed.

Al-Nassr kept pushing and probing and Ronaldo had a goalbound shot blocked before the five-time Ballon d鈥橭r winner got the all-important second with one of his less spectacular strikes. Khalid Eisa failed to hold on to a long-range effort from Sadio Mane and there was Ronaldo to slot it home from close range.

It was just the cushion that the Riyadh club wanted but they kept coming forward and, soon after, moved further ahead.

Angelo broke into the left side of the area after 37 minutes and his low cross was deflected off the leg of Fabio Cardoso to loop over Eisa and into the net.

The home fans were in dreamland and it could have been even better three minutes before the break had Eisa not got a foot to a Talisca shot that seemed goalbound.

There was just a hint of danger from Soufiane Rahimi in added time to remind Al-Nassr that the Moroccan had scored 13 in the last tournament and four already this time around, but at the break it was looking very good indeed as Al-Nassr had probably produced their best 45 minutes of the season.

They also started brightly after the restart, but after 10 minutes Al-Ain were on the scoresheet and back in the game with a goal from nowhere. Park Yong-woo鈥檚 powerful low shot from outside the area bounced off the post but then hit the diving Bento and rebounded into the goal.

A few nerves resulted and Bento was the busier of the two goalkeepers, although, at the other end, Aymeric Laporte headed over from a corner.

Al-Ain went closer when, with 13 minutes remaining, Rahimi rolled the ball across the face of goal for Abdoul Traore to net, but he somehow miscontrolled and the massive chance went begging.

It was his side鈥檚 last chance as Wesley sealed victory with nine minutes remaining, the Brazilian curling the ball home from inside the area.

There was no coming back from that, and there was even time for Talisca to grab his second and his team鈥檚 fifth as he lifted the ball smartly over Eisa to end a perfect evening for Al-Nassr and a perfect round of games for 海角直播.


Keshav Maharaj takes seven as South Africa dismiss Pakistan for 333

Keshav Maharaj takes seven as South Africa dismiss Pakistan for 333
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Keshav Maharaj takes seven as South Africa dismiss Pakistan for 333

Keshav Maharaj takes seven as South Africa dismiss Pakistan for 333
  • Shan Masood led Pakistan鈥檚 innings with 87 before a lower-order collapse
  • South Africa were 9-0 at lunch, replying on day two of the Rawalpindi Test

 

 

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RAWALPINDI: Spinner Keshav Maharaj took seven wickets as world champions South Africa dismissed Pakistan for 333 in the second and final Test in Rawalpindi on Tuesday.
The hosts resumed day two on 259-5 but Maharaj ran through their batting with figures of 7-102, his 12th haul of five wickets or more in Tests.
Shan Masood, the captain, top-scored for Pakistan with 87.
South Africa were 9-0 at lunch in their reply.
Pakistan reached 316 untroubled when Maharaj broke through the defense of Salman Agha, trapping him leg-before for 45 to give South Africa hopes of wrapping up the innings quickly.
Agha hit five fours and added 70 for the sixth wicket with Saud Shakeel.
Shakeel looked steady and reached his 10th half-century with a couple off Maharaj.
But the spinner had him caught in the slips for 66 and it triggered a mini collapse.
Maharaj bowled Shaheen Shah Afridi for nought, completing his first five-wicket haul against Pakistan.
Maharaj wrapped up the innings with the wickets of Sajid Khan (five) and Asif Afridi (four) as Pakistan lost their last five wickets for 17 runs.
Pakistan are attempting to sweep the two-match series after winning the first Test, in Lahore, by 93 runs.


鈥榃e believe in him鈥: Dubai Basketball extends contract of Mam Jaiteh until 2028

鈥榃e believe in him鈥: Dubai Basketball extends contract of Mam Jaiteh until 2028
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鈥榃e believe in him鈥: Dubai Basketball extends contract of Mam Jaiteh until 2028

鈥榃e believe in him鈥: Dubai Basketball extends contract of Mam Jaiteh until 2028
  • The French center, who recently suffered a season-ending Achilles injury, has received a contract extension from the club for one more year

DUBAI: Mam Jaiteh and Dubai Basketball have reached an agreement to extend his contract for one additional season, now running through 2028.

The French center initially signed for two seasons in the summer of 2025, and following his injury, the club wanted to reward Jaiteh with an extra year to show confidence and support.

鈥淚n our planning, Jaiteh was an essential player, and we lost him for the season because of the Achilles injury. This is part of sport, it can happen, but one thing that is very clear to us is that we believe in him,鈥 said General Manager Dejan Kamenjasevic.

鈥淓xtending his contract, even though he already had another guaranteed year, is not something usual in professional basketball, but it reflects our vision and the way we want to build this club. It means he can remain calm and patient during his rehab, knowing that Dubai Basketball has been with him since day one and that he鈥檚 one of us.鈥

Jaiteh said that the contract extension 鈥渕eans everything to me.

鈥淚 want to thank the club and the management for trusting me. Dubai Basketball is showing everyone how big this club is with such a gesture,鈥 he added.

The player is currently working on his rehab following his Achilles injury and is expected to return to the court for the 2026-27 season.


From Fight Island to UFC: Khamzat Chimeav鈥檚 success parallels Abu Dhabi鈥檚 rise to global MMA capital

From Fight Island to UFC: Khamzat Chimeav鈥檚 success parallels Abu Dhabi鈥檚 rise to global MMA capital
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From Fight Island to UFC: Khamzat Chimeav鈥檚 success parallels Abu Dhabi鈥檚 rise to global MMA capital

From Fight Island to UFC: Khamzat Chimeav鈥檚 success parallels Abu Dhabi鈥檚 rise to global MMA capital
  • Earlier this year, the 31-year-old started fighting under the UAE flag

ABU DHABI: When the Department of Culture and Tourism 鈥 Abu Dhabi signed its long-term partnership with the UFC in 2019, it did so with a vision to establish the city as the world capital for combat sports.

Since then, DCT Abu Dhabi has staged more than 20 UFC events, introduced the world to Fight Island during the COVID-19 pandemic, and delivered some of the organization鈥檚 most memorable nights.

UFC President Dana White once described Abu Dhabi as the 鈥渇ight capital of the world,鈥 and six years later that statement rings truer than ever.

Abu Dhabi鈥檚 ambition extends well beyond hosting blockbuster events. Its strategy is about legacy: creating opportunities for local and regional athletes, fostering young talent, and ensuring mixed martial arts has a long-term home in the Middle East.

The commitment runs through state-of-the-art facilities, grassroots initiatives, and world-class fights that bring the sport closer to fans while inspiring the next generation of athletes.

Khamzat Chimaev鈥檚 story is one such example of this strategy in action. He first stepped into the Octagon in Abu Dhabi in July 2020 at 鈥淯FC Fight Night: Katter vs. Ice,鈥 and submitted John Phillips.

Just 10 days later, he returned for 鈥淯FC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. Till,鈥 stopping Rhys McKee in the first round and making history with the fastest turnaround in the company鈥檚 history.

He was back in Abu Dhabi in October 2021 for 鈥淯FC 267: Blachowicz vs. Teixeira,鈥 where he overwhelmed Li Jingliang with a first-round submission.

Four years later, having fought five of his eight UFC bouts in Abu Dhabi and under the UAE flag, he took his undefeated record to 15-0 at UFC 319 when he beat Dricus du Plessis in Chicago to capture the middleweight title.

Chimaev鈥檚 success as one of the sport鈥檚 most established athletes is a testament to the capital鈥檚 mission to foster homegrown talent.

Commenting on Abu Dhabi鈥檚 global MMA vision, Saleh Al-Geziry, director-general for tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi, said recently: 鈥淎bu Dhabi has become a global stage where athletes showcase their talents and fans witness unforgettable sporting moments.

鈥淥ur long-standing partnership with UFC supports our vision to position the emirate as the international home of martial arts and a destination for world-class sports.

鈥淏y hosting iconic events, inspiring new audiences, and creating opportunities for athletes at every level, we are continuing to grow Abu Dhabi鈥檚 role as a global hub for sport, culture, and tourism.鈥

In 2023, DCT Abu Dhabi and the UFC extended their partnership, reflecting the success of the joint venture and a strategic vision for the growth of MMA in the emirate.

Under the agreement, the UFC brings one numbered event, featuring a championship bout, to Abu Dhabi every year, along with UFC Fight Night which is also hosted annually in the emirate.

As DCT Abu Dhabi continues to bring international sports to the capital, MMA sits at the heart of these endeavors.

In July, the city hosted 鈥淯FC Fight Night: Whittaker vs. De Ridder鈥 and is now preparing for 鈥淯FC 321: Aspinall vs. Gane鈥 on Oct. 25. Taking place inside the Etihad Arena, the event will have Tom Aspinall defend his heavyweight title for the first time against Ciryl Gane.


Fitness platforms form pact ahead of Expo City Dubai

Fitness platforms form pact ahead of Expo City Dubai
Updated 21 October 2025

Fitness platforms form pact ahead of Expo City Dubai

Fitness platforms form pact ahead of Expo City Dubai
  • She Runs and Dubai Active have joined up as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge 30x30 on Nov. 9

DUBAI: Two of the UAE鈥檚 leading wellness movements 鈥 She Runs and Dubai Active 鈥 are joining forces to empower women in association with Dubai Fitness Challenge 30x30.

She Runs 2025 is a women鈥檚 running event, and Dubai Active is the region鈥檚 largest health and fitness exhibition.

Taking place at Expo City Dubai, a strategic partner of the event, on Nov. 9, She Runs 2025, organized by Plan b Group, marks its 12th year under the theme 鈥淔or Voices. For Connection. For Change.鈥

Supported by the Dubai Sports Council, the event invites thousands of women and girls to move together in a day of wellness, inclusion, and empowerment.

Under this year鈥檚 partnership, Dubai Active will spotlight She Runs Community Champions across its Industry Talks, Youth Programme, and Studio Sessions.

鈥淭his partnership with Dubai Active connects She Runs to a wider wellness ecosystem that champions women鈥檚 stories and strength,鈥 said Dr. Harmeek Singh, founder and chairman of Plan b Group.

鈥淭ogether, we鈥檙e creating a powerful ripple effect of change, one that begins with movement and spreads through community.鈥

Tom Reece, marketing director at IEG Middle East, organizers of Dubai Active, said: 鈥淲e鈥檙e proud to stand with She Runs in creating platforms where women can connect, learn, and lead through fitness.

鈥淥ur goal is to empower voices, inspire change, and celebrate every stride toward wellbeing.鈥

The She Runs Community Champions at Dubai Active takes place from Oct. 24 to 26.


Blue Jays sink Mariners to reach World Series

Blue Jays sink Mariners to reach World Series
Updated 21 October 2025

Blue Jays sink Mariners to reach World Series

Blue Jays sink Mariners to reach World Series
  • Springer鈥檚 seventh-inning 381-foot rocket into left field propelled the Blue Jays to a 4-3 Game 7 victory after the Mariners had taken a 3-1 lead at Toronto鈥檚 Rogers Center
  • The Blue Jays will now face the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in a best-of-seven battle for the Fall Classic, with Game 1 set for Toronto on Friday

TORONTO: George Springer blasted a three-run home run to end the Toronto Blue Jays鈥 32-year wait to return to the World Series on Monday, crushing the Seattle Mariners鈥 dreams of a first-ever appearance in Major League Baseball鈥檚 championship finale.

Springer鈥檚 seventh-inning 381-foot rocket into left field propelled the Blue Jays to a 4-3 Game 7 victory after the Mariners had taken a 3-1 lead at Toronto鈥檚 Rogers Center.

The Blue Jays will now face the defending champion Los Angeles Dodgers in a best-of-seven battle for the Fall Classic, with Game 1 set for Toronto on Friday.

It will be the Blue Jays first appearance in the World Series since the Canadian franchise won back-to-back titles in 1992 and 1993.

鈥淚鈥檓 just so happy for our team, our city, our country,鈥 an elated Springer told Fox Sports television following the win. 鈥淭his is such an unbelievable moment.鈥

Springer had been forced to exit Game 5 in Seattle last week after being hit on the kneecap but said he had fought through the pain barrier to help Toronto clinch victory in Monday鈥檚 decider.

鈥淚t doesn鈥檛 matter,鈥 Springer said of his sore knee. 鈥淚 owe it to these fans, this city and this country to give them my all. So I鈥檒l take it.鈥

Blue Jays manager John Schneider saluted Springer鈥檚 uncanny knack of rising to the moment when called upon. Springer has now scored 23 post-season home runs, the third most in history behind Manny Ramirez (29) and Jose Altuve (27).

鈥楥anada鈥檚 team鈥

鈥淭here鈥檚 probably not another person on planet Earth that I want up in that moment other than George Springer with his October magic,鈥 Schneider said.

The win also completed a remarkable turnaround for the Blue Jays, who had stumbled into a 0-2 hole after dropping the first two games of the American League Championship Series at home to the Mariners.

鈥淲hat this group has accomplished so far is amazing,鈥 Schneider said. 鈥淭his is so well-earned.鈥

The win now sets up a cross-border US-Canada baseball battle between the Blue Jays and the mighty Los Angeles Dodgers.

Toronto owner Edward Rogers is determined his team can clinch a third title.

鈥淭his is Canada鈥檚 team,鈥 Rogers said. 鈥淭his team has the depth and the character and the vision and they鈥檙e going to go all the way.鈥

The defeat was cruel on Seattle, who had dared to dream of the franchise鈥檚 first ever trip to the World Series after doggedly pulling into a 3-1 lead with the finish line in sight in the seventh inning.

Mariners manager Dan Wilson applauded his team鈥檚 season.

鈥淚 know this stings and there鈥檚 no question that it鈥檚 going to sting, but the kind of season they had, doing things that no team in this organization has ever done, and knocking on the door of a World Series, all that, you know, it鈥檚 due to how hard they鈥檝e worked, how hard they鈥檝e played all season long, all the times they have come back, all the times they have bounced back,鈥 Wilson said.

鈥淚t鈥檚 a special team. It鈥檚 a shame that we had to come out on the wrong side of this one.鈥

Seattle had got off to a solid start, with Josh Naylor鈥檚 single to right field bringing home Julio Rodriguez for a 1-0 lead in the top of the first inning.

Toronto hit back immediately in the bottom of the inning, however, with centerfielder Daulton鈥檚 single sending Springer scampering across home plate for 1-1.

A third inning home run from centerfielder Rodriguez followed by another towering homer from catcher Cal Raleigh in the fifth inning put the Mariners 3-1 up.

But Springer 鈥 a member of the Houston Astros 2017 World Series-winning team 鈥 stepped up in the seventh inning to pounce on a loose pitch by Mariners reliever Eduard Bazardo and catapult Toronto into the lead and into the Fall Classic.