Ricardo Pepi made his mark off the bench once again, scoring a stoppage-time equalizer for PSV against Olympiacos on Tuesday to earn them a crucial Champions League point. The goal was Pepi's third in four games in all competitions, despite playing a grand total of 75 minutes across those matches. PSV now have five points through UCL four games.

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Pepi's goal came in the 93rd minute with his side trailing, 1-0, and seemingly destined for a Champions League defeat. PSV, though, were given a late lifeline via a free kick, but the initial ball in resulted in a shot that was blocked away.

The ball fell to Pepi, and he made no mistake, firing a first-time finish into the back of the net to earn PSV a crucial point via a 1-1 draw. With the draw, PSV are 17th midway through Matchday Four in Europe's premier competition.

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Pepi has proven clutch for PSV throughout his time with the Dutch club, but the American striker's latest big moment was enough to see him match a mark previously put up by some of the game's most recognizable legends.

Per Opta, Pepi's goal was his third result-changing goal in stoppage time of a Champions League match. Only two other players in history have scored as many: Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Aguero.

Pepi has three goals so far this season to go with two in the Champions League, with the previous finish coming against Napoli in a six-minute cameo that produced a goal and an assist.

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The U.S. men's national team is set to gather next week for November camp, and will play Paraguay and Uruguay in their final matches of 2025. The squad for that camp is set to be released and, given his run of form, Pepi seems likely to be selected, fitness pending.

He still faces a fight to get back into PSV's starting XI, though, and that could continue on Sunday when the Dutch giants, second in the Eredivisie, visit third-place AZ Alkmaar.

Manchester United’s 15th-placed finish in the Premier League was their worst since the division’s formation back in 1992, with Ruben Amorim massively struggling in the role.

The 40-year-old was handed the benefit of the doubt after taking the reins early on in the season following the sacking of Erik ten Hag – with the board backing him in the summer window.

INEOS handed the manager £200m worth of funds to improve his first-team squad, subsequently making additions and reinforcements to his attacking department.

However, to date, the signings have been to no avail, with the Red Devils once again being sat in 15th place after losing three of their first six Premier League outings in 2025/26.

It’s been reported that the hierarchy aren’t currently looking to make a change of manager, but given the dismal form, it would be no surprise to see action being taken in the coming weeks.

Alternative options are already being drawn up by the board to replace Amorim, with numerous managers appearing on their shortlist over the last couple of days.

The latest on United’s hunt for an Amorim replacement

Over the last couple of days, Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola has emerged as one of United’s primary targets for the managerial role at Old Trafford.

The Spaniard has led the Cherries to new heights, finishing ninth in England’s top-flight last year, but he could be on the move given he has less than a year remaining on his contract.

However, he’s not the only Premier League manager in their sights, with Brighton & Hove Albion boss Fabian Hürzeler another under consideration, according to Football Insider.

They claim that the German is emerging as a top option for INEOS, with the hierarchy impressed by his work at the AMEX after his appointment in the summer of 2024.

The report also states that the 32-year-old could be tempted to jump ship should the Red Devils make a move for his signature, with his English top-flight experience another factor for the board.

Why United’s latest target could be Klopp 2.0

Whilst he’s no longer managing in the Premier League, former Liverpool boss Jürgen Klopp was a man that brought character to the division – but also endless pain to the United fan base.

The German only suffered five defeats in his 21 outings against the Red Devils, even claiming a historic 7-0 victory at Anfield back in the 2022/23 campaign.

Whilst he may have managed their bitter rivals, there’s no denying the former Reds boss is a serial winner – claiming a Premier League title at Anfield, a feat the Red Devils have failed to do in 12 long years.

The prospect of landing the 58-year-old is an unrealistic one, but they could be about to land their own version of the German with a move for Hurzeler.

The 32-year-old may be relatively inexperienced given his one-year spell in England’s top-flight, but he’s already massively impressed, winning 25 of his 53 outings in charge.

Hurzeler, who’s been dubbed “incredible” by Eddie Howe, has received huge praise from current Seagulls player James Milner, with the experienced man comparing him to former boss Klopp.

Such praise is a huge compliment to the German, subsequently highlighting the quality he possesses as a manager despite his tender age – whilst still having bags of time to improve further in the years ahead.

Games managed

53

Wins

25

Draws

15

Losses

13

Goals per game

2.02

Goals conceded per game

1.5

Points per game

1.7

Win percentage

47.1%

The underlying numbers further highlight how impressive the young boss has been on the South Coast, undoubtedly being an excellent option to replace Amorim should he be sacked.

His side have averaged over two goals scored per game during his tenure, whilst also conceding just 1.5 goals per game – with the German possessing an exciting brand of attacking football.

They’ve also achieved an average of 1.7 points per game, subsequently helping the Seagulls finish in the top half of England’s top-flight last season – with the Red Devils needing to take a risk in appointing the youngster.

It’s unclear how much it would cost to get him out of his current contract at the AMEX, but United desperately need a young and ambitious manager to inject a needed sense of optimism back into the squad.

If he can reach the levels achieved by Klopp during his own time in England, it would be a magnificent appointment, with the Red Devils needing to make a move quickly to prevent another embarrassing campaign.

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Newcastle United won their second Champions League game in a row on Tuesday night, beating Portuguese giants Benfica 3-0 at St James’ Park.

It was a clinical display from Eddie Howe’s men, which helped the Englishman to his first win over a Jose Mourinho side since 2015, as per Transfermarkt.

The performance itself was sensational from the Magpies. Benfica played well in the early stages, with Dodi Lukebakio posing a real threat down the left-hand side. Yet, Anthony Gordon’s opener just past the half-hour mark put the Magpies ahead. The England star got on the end of Jacob Murphy’s low cross across the penalty area.

It was second-half substitute Harvey Barnes who added the second and third goals for Newcastle. His first was a superb strike after getting on the end of a huge throw from Nick Pope. Barnes carried the ball into Benfica’s penalty area and smashed home via the post.

His second strike was another well-worked goal. A slick one-two from Gordon and Nick Woltemade created space for the England international to drive into. He played Barnes in behind, with the substitute striking the ball first time and bagging his second of the night.

It was an excellent win from Newcastle, with midfield pair Bruno Guimaraes and Lewis Miley particularly shining.

Guimaraes and Miley’s performance vs. Benfica

It was a hardworking performance from the two Newcastle midfielders against Benfica. For Guimaraes, he simply maintained a standard expected of him now, having garnered a reputation as one of the top midfielders in the Premier League.

The Brazilian was everywhere against Mourinho’s side, winning four duels and making seven recoveries. In possession, he was constantly picking the ball up and driving forward, causing real issues carrying from deeper areas.

He also played a wonderful pass to Murphy, which led to Gordon’s goal.

The role Miley had was arguably harder. He was filling in for Sandro Tonali and Joelinton, both of whom are key players in the Magpies’ midfield. The homegrown star coped well with the pressure. He was metronomic in midfield, completing 37 from 41 passes and creating one chance, as well as working hard without the ball.

Scott Wilson, chief sports writer at the Northern Echo, noticed their top performances. He gave them each an 8/10 for their efforts on Tuesday night, explaining that Guimaraes put in a ‘fine midfield display’ and Miley ‘deserves more game time’ after that showing.

However, the other man in Newcastle’s midfield struggled more than their pivot.

The Newcastle midfielder who struggled vs Benfica

Howe’s side were certainly hamstrung by the lack of midfield firepower at St James’ Park. Tonali was only a substitute after suffering from illness in the past few days, and Joelinton was rested following several starts.

That gave an opportunity to summer signing Jacob Ramsey to play from the start. It was the 24-year-old’s first start at St James’ Park, after a few injury issues derailed his start to life in the North East.

It was certainly a tough night at the office for the former Aston Villa star. Unlike his midfield partners, Ramsey struggled to get into the game, unable to get a real grasp and create things in a fairly advanced midfield role.

Wilson was certainly a little more critical of the Magpies’ number 41. He gave him a 6/10 rating for his efforts, explaining that he ‘wasn’t really able to dictate play’. although he did note he brought ‘plenty of energy and effort’ to the middle of the park.

Indeed, some of his stats from the game show how disappointing a performance it was from the 24-year-old. He had fewer touches than Newcastle goalkeeper Pope, with 32 compared to the shot-stopper’s 39.

Ramsey lost the ball seven times and only won three duels.

Touches

32

Passes completed

18/19

Opposition half passes completed

12/13

Number of times ball lost

7

Ground duels won

3/7

Chances created

1

Next up for Newcastle is a tough assignment at home against a well-drilled Fulham side. With Tonali and Joelinton both potentially back in contention to start, it will be interesting to see if Ramsey is kept in the starting lineup by Howe.

His struggles against Mourinho’s side on Tuesday might well mean the Newcastle boss brings back one of his first-choice midfielders, who can help control the game more. It was certainly something Ramsey struggled with at times in the Champions League.

There are options waiting in the wings if Howe decides to go down this route. It is certainly a big call ahead of a must-win game in the top flight.

Newcastle superstar is starting to emulate Shearer & it's not Woltemade

Newcastle thrashed Benfica at St. James’ Park in the Champions League.

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Newcastle United needed that. Though form in the Premier League continues to frustrate Eddie Howe and those of a Toon persuasion, there’s no denying his side on their return to the Champions League.

Jose Mourinho’s Benfica were defeated 3-0 at St. James’ Park on Tuesday evening, making it two wins on the bounce in Europe’s elite competition after that opening-day defeat at the hands of Barcelona.

This was the kind of display the Magpies need to harness and carry back over to their domestic efforts, struggling for consistency in the Premier League right now.

But if anything, it’s nights like these that remind the fanbase that this is a special group of players.

Newcastle's best performers vs Benfica

Howe was understandably chuffed with Newcastle’s winning display, now in good standing to continue the push and ascend to the next phase of the Champions League.

At the double was Harvey Barnes, whose clinical edge bore dividends on the evening. And how about that assist from Nick Pope, who continues to show why he deserves to be the number one between the sticks.

He didn’t score, but Nick Woltemade continues to dazzle. The “phenom”, as he was called by reporter Andy Sixsmith, was the connective tissue in attack, with the correspondent saying “his link-up play is mesmerising”.

Isak didn’t hit his stride in the European theatre for Newcastle; his triumph was found on the domestic stage. Alan Shearer remains the modern great in the Champions League for Newcastle, with seven goals from 14 matches for the Tynesiders.

Now, Howe has found his new version of the legendary goalscorer, and no, it’s not Woltemade.

Howe has found Newcastle's new Shearer

Shearer was brilliant at Newcastle, scoring 206 goals and supplying 58 assists across 405 matches.

Woltemade has the talent to rival the Premier League icon down the line, but it’s Anthony Gordon who was the star of the show against Benfica, and he’s proving he could emulate the one-time England international.

Indeed, the 24-year-old is now only two goals behind Shearer as Newcastle’s leading scorer in the Champions League proper, and he has four goals from three games this term alone.

Electric on the ball and ravenous for it back when against the opposition’s play, Gordon has ebbed and flowed this season, but he’s starting to find form at a crucial time, and must now transport it back to the domestic scene.

Shearer’s legacy is a peerless one, but Gordon, signed from Everton for £45m nearly three years ago, is becoming the face of his high-flying project, and his chase for Shearer’s European record is one piece of that evidence.

But Gordon’s actually gone one better in black and white: his goal against the Eagles means he is the first Newcastle player in history to net in three successive Champions League matches for the club.

It was a fantastic performance, a demonstration of Gordon’s elite talent and tenacity. The Chronicle Live gave the Three Lions star a flawless 10/10 match rating, praising his lightning speed and prolificness down the left wing, while Geordie content creators, Mouth of the Tyne, remarked that he was back to his “unplayable best.”

Anthony Gordon vs Benfica

Match Stats

#

Minutes played

85′

Goals

1

Assists

1

Touches

60

Shots (on target)

4 (1)

Accurate passes

25/35 (71%)

Chances created

1

Crosses

1/4

Dribbles

1/3

Recoveries

8

Tackles won

2/3

Duels won

7/14

Data via Sofascore

Talk about an all-encompassing performance. Gordon might not be an out-and-out striker, but he’s fighting hard to step up and succeed as Newcastle’s attacking talisman.

Alexander Isak may not play for the club anymore, but Newcastle have found a worthy successor in Woltemade, and Gordon is ready to raise his role too.

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Leeds United have been linked with a move for “one of the best coaches ever” to replace Daniel Farke at Elland Road.

Pressure mounting on Farke at Leeds

After a promising start back in the Premier League which began with a 1-0 win over Everton, the pressure is starting to build on Farke in Yorkshire.

Saturday’s 2-0 defeat to rivals Burnley means it is now one win in the Whites’ last eight games in all competitions, with Leeds sitting two places and three points clear of the relegation zone.

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Taking chances, injuries in the final third and a lack of clinical edge are already proving to be a real problem for Leeds, with Brenden Aaronson guilty of missing a big chance last time out.

Talking after the defeat at Turf Moor, former Leeds United left-back Aidy White played down claims that the 49ers Enterprises should be looking to replace the German.

“I don’t think changing manager, in this period over the next three or four games, is wise. This is an important period. I don’t think it’s the right thing to do. If he doesn’t do well in this period, then huge decisions will need to be made.”

The 49ers have already pulled the plug on Russell Martin’s tenure as Rangers boss, and if things don’t improve for Farke in Yorkshire, the American owners could have another managerial search on their hands.

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Next up for Farke and Leeds is a crucial fixture at Elland Road against West Ham United on Friday evening, with the Hammers currently sitting second bottom and four points adrift of Leeds.

Liam Rosenior linked with Leeds move

As shared by TEAMtalk, Liam Rosenior is one manager who has been linked with a move to Leeds after impressing in France with Strasbourg.

Rosenior’s side currently sit 3rd in Ligue 1 and drew 3-3 against Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain last time out.

The 41-year-old, who plays a 4-2-3-1 system, has experience of managing in England with Hull and appears to be going from strength abroad.

Former striker and now pundit Clinton Morrison is also a fan of Rosenior’s, going as far as calling him “one of the best coaches ever”.

“I actually think he’s a top manager. I spoke to a few people at Derby. He was unlucky to lose his job, the players respected him. He’s one of the best coaches ever.”

Rosenior also shares the same agency as Leeds attacker Aaronson, and if things don’t get better on the pitch, the 49ers may look to firm up their reported interest in the English coach.

أشاد هشام نصر نائب رئيس نادي الزمالك، ورئيس بعثة الفريق الأول لكرة القدم، بأداء الجهاز الفني واللاعبين خلال مباراة بيراميدز، والتأهل لنهائي بطولة كأس السوبر المصري.

وفاز الزمالك على بيراميدز 5-4 بركلات الترجيح على استاد آل نهيان في نصف نهائي كأس السوبر المصري بعد انتهاء الوقت الأصلي بالتعادل السلبي، ليتأهل الأبيض لمواجهة الأهلي في المباراة النهائية.

ويلتقي الزمالك مع الأهلي في السابعة والنصف مساء الأحد بتوقيت الإمارات، الخامسة والنصف مساءً بتوقيت مصر في نهائي كأس السوبر المصري.

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وقال نصر في تصريحاته للمركز الإعلامي لنادي الزمالك إن الفريق قدم مباراة جيدة أمام بيراميدز، وأحمد عبد الرؤوف كان على قدر المسؤولية بالرغم من ضيق الوقت بعد تسلمه لمهمة قيادة الفريق في هذه البطولة.

وأضاف: “نهائي بطولة كأس السوبر بين الزمالك والأهلي لا تخضع لأي مقاييس، وعلى مر الزمان تظل مواجهة القمة لها حسابات خاصة لا تخضع لأي قواعد”.

وتابع: “هذه النوعية من المباريات مرتبطة بظروف خاصة، مثل جودة اللاعبين والتوفيق والإصابات والغيابات، ونحن لا نتمنى إلا تحكيمًا عادلًا، و سنسعى بكل قوة لحسم اللقاء لصالحنا”.

واختتم: “كلمة شكرًا قليلة جدًا على جماهير الزمالك العظيمة في كل مكان، هذا الجمهور يمتلك عقيدة خاصة بالتواجد خلف الفريق مهما كانت الظروف أو النتائج أو ما يحدث خارج الملعب”.

Tottenham boosted their chances of reaching the knockout stages of the Champions League with a commanding 4-0 win at home to Copenhagen, despite playing much of the second half one man light. Goal-scorer Brennan Johnson was sent off with Spurs already two to the good, but Thomas Frank's side showed fantastic character to score twice more as they put in arguably their best performance of his tenure so far.

Tottenham pulled ahead just before the 20-minute mark. Copenhagen clumsily gave the ball away in the Spurs half, allowing Rodrigo Bentancur to win possession back and hand the reins over to Xavi Simons, who quickly saw Johnson darting in behind the high defensive line and fed him down the right-hand channel. Goalkeeper Dominik Kotarski came a long way out of his box to challenge Johnson and missed, with the Welshman cooly rolling the ball in from a tight angle.

Spurs ought to have doubled their lead before the break when a lovely, flowing team move saw Simons square the final pass for Randal Kolo Muani, who somehow fumbled the chance to score his first goal for his new club by firing wide from close range.

Shortly after the restart, the hosts found that second goal. Pedro Porro's long ball over the top was chased all the way by Kolo Muani, who blocked Kotarski's clearance and retrieved the high clearance with an immaculate first touch before selflessly passing to Wilson Odobert to finish.

But the game threatened to turn when Johnson was shown a red card on 57 minutes. The winger caught Marcos Lopez on his heel with his studs, and after consulting with VAR, the referee gave him his marching orders.

However, that only seemed to galvanise Tottenham, who scored their third of the evening soon after. Joao Palhinha nicked the ball back on the edge of the Spurs penalty area, and Micky van de Ven proceeded to sprint almost the entire length of the pitch before firing beyond a helpless Kotarski. Seconds later, it was four as another quick breakaway saw Odobert slip in centre-back Cristian Romero, who managed to reverse the ball back for Palhinha to smash in at the back stick.

Richarlison rattled the underside of the crossbar with a powerful header from a Porro cross before Spurs were awarded a penalty when Dane Scarlett was tripped by Junnosuke Suzuki. Brazil's No.9 stepped up and, would you believe it, hit the exact same spot on the bar again. However, that mattered little in the grand scheme of things as Tottenham ran out convincing winners.

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  Goalkeeper & Defence

  Guglielmo Vicario (6/10):

  Once roundly criticised for his inability to catch a cross, the Italian goalkeeper guarded his six-yard box superbly to hoover up Copenhagen crosses. Only really tested by way of shot-stopping from distance.

  Pedro Porro (7/10):

  Gave the ball away a couple of times in his own half early doors but was much better defensively here than he has been all season. Came up with the daring long ball which led to Odobert's goal.

  Cristian Romero (7/10):

  Swept up for Van de Ven whenever the Dutchman went marauding into midfield in a role-reversal of their usual tasks. Found himself playing up front for a brief few seconds before teeing up Palhinha for Spurs' fourth goal. Subbed for Danso.

  Micky van de Ven (8/10):

  Wow. Came into the game with a point to prove after walking off without clapping the fans against Chelsea on Saturday, left as the name on everyone's lips for the right reasons. Hardly troubled at the back and then ran Copenhagen ragged with one hell of a sprint right through their entire team to score Spurs' third.

  Destiny Udogie (7/10):

  Spurs have missed natural width down the left despite the emergence of Spence as an outstanding one-v-one defender. Combined well with Odobert throughout. Taken off for the England full-back eventually.

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  Midfield

  Rodrigo Bentancur (7/10):

  One of several players eviscerated by Jamie Carragher on Monday Night Football this week, but responded excellently with a top performance at the base of midfield, winning possession back and moving it on at pace.

  Pape Matar Sarr (7/10):

  The engine behind Tottenham's direct performance. Always looked to play the ball forward and bring attackers into play as soon as possible.

  Xavi Simons (8/10):

  His best performance in a Spurs shirt since moving from RB Leipzig at the end of the summer window. His clever thinking set Johnson racing away for the opener, while Kolo Muani denied the Dutchman two other assists in the first half. Sacrificed for Palhinha after the hosts were reduced to 10 men.

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  Attack

  Brennan Johnson (7/10):

  From hero to zero, from an objective sense. Put Spurs ahead with a well-taken finish from a narrow angle, only for his night to end early after VAR recommended a red-card review for a high, if weak, foul on Lopez. Fortunately, this only spurred Tottenham on to demolish their visitors.

  Randal Kolo Muani (7/10):

  Missed a couple of sitters but was always in the right place at the right time and grabbed an assist for countryman Odobert. The fans showed their appreciation for his efforts with a standing ovation when coming off for Richarlison.

  Wilson Odobert (8/10):

  No single player has made the left wing spot their own at Spurs so far this season, but the young Frenchman strengthened his credentials with a goal while showing a growing understanding with the likes of Udogie, Simons and Kolo Muani. Subbed for Scarlett late on.

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  Subs & Manager

  Joao Palhinha (7/10):

  Brought on to shore up the midfield after Johnson's red card, ended up on the scoresheet. Now up to four goals in his Spurs career already. Technically got the assist for Van de Ven too.

  Richarlison (5/10):

  Replaced Kolo Muani. Hit the bar with a header and then a penalty.

  Djed Spence (6/10):

  Came on for Udogie.

  Kevin Danso (6/10):

  On for Romero.

  Dane Scarlett (7/10):

  Afforded some extremely rare first-team minutes in place of Odobert. Won the penalty which Richarlison missed.

  Thomas Frank (9/10):

  After the calamity of the Chelsea loss, Frank desperately needed a result and performance like this to improve his popularity among Tottenham fans. His selections and substitutions were spot on.

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Com diversos problemas físicos, Fagner não tem rendido o esperado nesta temporada pelo Corinthians, e o questionamento sobre o aproveitamento do camisa 23 voltou à tona nos últimos jogos.

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Uma possibilidade levantada seria deslocar Fagner para o meio-campo, onde ele exerceria a função de volante, algo similar ao que Mano Menezes fez com Alessandro durante a primeira passagem do treinador pelo Timão. Mano também promoveu o mesmo teste com Mayke no Palmeiras.

Mano gosta da ideia, mas não pretende fazer grandes mudanças táticas em meio a instabilidade do Corinthians no Brasileirão. A equipe está apenas três pontos à frente do Vasco, primeiro time dentro da zona do rebaixamento.

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– Fagner poderia fazer uma função de volante ou como extremo, como já fiz aqui com o Alessandro, como o Palmeiras faz com Mayke na segunda linha. Este é o pior momento para você fazer alguma inovação. O momento é de instabilidade. Se o treinador começa a inventar demais, vocês começam a chamar de professor pardal, as coisas não andam bem. Não vou fazer isso neste momento – disse o treinador após o empate com o América-MG.

A principal crítica da torcida corintiana em relação ao camisa 23 envolve a condição física do atleta, e isso tem muito a ver com uma série de lesões que ele tem sofrido desde o ano passado. Recentemente, o lateral-direito teve uma lesão na panturrilha que o tirou de combate por pouco menos de um mês.

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Mesmo assim, Mano Menezes vê Fagner em crescimento e acredita que a atuação do camisa 23 diante do América-MG foi a melhor desde que o treinador assumiu o comando do clube alvinegro.

– Fagner já está retomando um pouco daquilo que foi no Corinthians e é uma referência, estava voltando de um período longo, estava difícil, achei que talvez tenha sido o melhor jogo dele desde que cheguei – avaliou Mano.

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Com contrato até o fim de 2024, Fagner não é unanimidade no Parque São Jorge e o jogador pode entrar em uma ‘lista de negociáveis’ na próxima temporada. O camisa 23 não acredita em fim de ciclo no Corinthians e quer dar a volta por cima, buscando sofrer menos com lesões e voltando a ser uma peça fundamental para a equipe em 2024.

The rain-hit affair was the last league match of GSL 2025 with Riders already in the final and Stags knocked out

ESPNcricinfo staff17-Jul-2025

Match abandoned The last league match of the Global Super League (GSL) 2025 was replete with rain interruptions, and eventually inclement weather had the final say.A downpour in Guyana in the morning delayed toss by 45 minutes. Nurul Hasan called right and Rangpur Riders opted to bat – despite the weather around – but had to wait more because rain returned. The game began 90 minutes later than scheduled time as a 17-over contest.Central Stags opened their bowling with spinners from both ends and pegged back Riders twice inside the powerplay: Soumya Sarkar holing out off offspinner Angus Schaw second ball and Ibrahim Zadran falling to left-arm spinner Jayden Lennox. The heavens opened up again and this latest stoppage meant the game was further reduced to 14-overs-a-side affair.Upon resumption, fast bowler Blair Tickner broke the back of the Riders middle order. He accounted for Mahidul Islam Ankon, Iftikhar Ahmed and Nurul Hasan to leave Riders reeling at 66 for 6. Schaw and Lennox returned to mop up the tail as the Bangladesh Premier League side folded for a mere 79. Which was when another spell of heavy rain forced abandonment.Riders are already in the final with Stags finishing third in the season.

South Group leaders find a way as Kent are out-muscled at Canterbury

ECB Reporters Network supported by Rothesay11-Jul-2025Somerset guaranteed themselves a home quarter-final in the Vitality Blast with a five-wicket win over the Kent Spitfires at Canterbury.Riley Meredith took three for 19 as the hosts were held to a paltry 137 for 8 from 20 overs, Joe Denly their top scorer with 40.The visitors survived a mid-innings wobble, when they stuttered to 73 for 4 and were effectively five-down with Tom Banton unable to bat, but won with nine balls to spare. Tom Abell was unbeaten on 34 while Lewis Gregory top-scored with 37.Somerset chose the bowl and got the fastest possible vindication when Craig Overton bent Tawanda Muyeye’s middle stump backwards with the first ball of the night. In the next over Meredith sent Harry Finch’s off stump flying for one, but the visitors were dealt a blow when Banton suffered a hand injury and Tom Kohler-Cadmore had to take the gloves.When Meredith had Sam Billings lbw for 11 the Kent captain punched his bat in frustration and just as it looked like Chris Benjamin might be rebuilding with Denly, Gregory bowled him for 20.Denly pulled Ben Green to the sub Tom Lammonby at cow corner, and Lammonby took his second catch when Joey Evison swished Meredith to mid-wicket for five. It was 109 for 6, at which point there was a 23-minute delay due to dazzling sunlight.When play resumed Jack Leaning was run out by Jake Ball from a direct hit for 37 and Kent had to play the final over without a recognised batter. Wes Agar hit Green’s first ball for six but was then caught behind without adding to his score and although Nathan Gilchrist hooked the final delivery for six, the total looked meagre.The chase was more fraught than anticipated: Kohler-Cadmore went for just two, hoicking Agar to Finch on the square-leg boundary and Parkinson had Goldsworthy caught by Muyeye at deep mid-wicket for 14. Will Smeed was run out for 36 by Denly from cover, chasing a wildly optimistic single and at the halfway point in the innings the visitors were 62 for three and behind on DLS.Yet although Sean Dickson was lbw in the next over to Evison for 4, Abell and Gregory played sensibly before taking 13 off Denly in the 15th over.By the time Gilchrist bowled Gregory for 37 in the 18th, Somerset needed just eight to win. Green levelled the scores with four off an Agar full toss and then scrambled a single to seal the win.Somerset remain clear at the top of the South Group table while Kent now have to win their remaining two games and hope other results go their way to have any hope of reaching the quarter-finals.