Brazil Held in Ancelotti Debut, Paraguay Move Closer to Qualifying

This is Beirut 06/06 17:45 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Carlo Ancelotti Brazil Ecuador World Cup Qualifiers

Carlo Ancelotti's debut as coach of Brazil ended in a goalless draw in Ecuador in South American World Cup qualifying on Thursday. Argentina, already assured of a place in next year's tournament, beat Chile 1-0 in Santiago with a goal from Julian Alvarez, a result which guarantees Lionel Scaloni's team top spot and leaves bottom placed 'La Roja' ...

Yamal, Williams dazzle as Spain beat France in nine-goal thriller

This is Beirut 06/06 10:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Spain France Nations League

Spain starlets Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams dazzled as La Roja beat France 5-4 in a thriller in Stuttgart on Thursday, to set up a Nations League final with Portugal. Yamal bagged a brace while Williams scored and provided an assist as the two wingers cut France's makeshift defence to ribbons. Mikel Merino and Pedri were also on the scoresheet ...

Como Block Inter Move for Fabregas

This is Beirut 05/06 20:00 - Reading : 1 minute(s)

Inter Milan's bid to bring in Cesc Fabregas as a replacement for Simone Inzaghi stalled on Thursday when Como refused them permission to talk with their coach. Inzaghi left on Tuesday following Inter's humiliating 5-0 thrashing by Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. Reports subsequently linked Inter with a move for the former ...

Ronaldo Breaks Germany Jinx as Portugal Reach Nations League Final

This is Beirut 05/06 14:40 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Portugal Spain France Germany Nations League Cristiano Ronaldo

Cristiano Ronaldo scored the winner in a 2-1 victory over Germany in Munich on Wednesday, sending Portugal through to the Nations League final and breaking his run of bad fortune against the Germans. Ronaldo's 68th-minute tap in, a record-extending 137th international goal, sealed a first win over Germany after five losses, the 40-year-old's ...

Basketball: Beirut Club Beats La Sagesse Twice, Champville Bares Its Claws

Makram Haddad 05/06 14:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

La Sagesse Beirut Club Lebanon

At the Chiyah arena, Beirut Club once again took down La Sagesse. After a first-leg win in Ghazir (93-84), Jad el-Hajj’s men did it again at home, winning 90-86 in an electric atmosphere in front of a thousand fans. A victory that guarantees the Beirut Club second place in the overall standings. Beirut Club Doesn’t Flinch Dominant in ...

Beirut Defeats Sagesse in Chiyah

Hala Abdallah 05/06 12:35 - Reading : less than a minute

Basketball Sports Beirut Sagesse Riyadi

Beirut club bounced back with a win over Sagesse to stay in the title race.

Djokovic Downs Zverev to Set Up French Open Semi Clash With Sinner

This is Beirut 05/06 11:35 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Novak Djokovic Zverev Roland Garros Carlos Alcaraz

Novak Djokovic said beating Alexander Zverev on Wednesday was a "testament" to his ability to compete at the highest level as the 38-year-old reached the semi-finals at Roland Garros to inch closer to a record 25th Grand Slam title. Djokovic fought past third seed Zverev 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 in a grueling night session duel, which captivated Court ...

Football: Lebanon Prepares for Clash Against Yemen, Darwich Ruled Out

Makram Haddad 05/06 09:25 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Kuwait Saudi Arabia Football

Barely arrived in Kuwait, Karim Darwich was forced to throw in the towel. The Duhok striker, a regular starter this season in the Iraqi league and the Gulf Champions League, picked up an injury during the Lebanese national team’s first training session in Salmiya.   He suffered a muscle lesion in his right thigh, diagnosed via MRI as ...

Young Stars Sparkle as Thunder and Pacers Seek First NBA Titles

This is Beirut 04/06 19:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

New York USA Basket-ball NBA

Powered by young star talent and deep rosters, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers open the NBA Finals on Thursday, each trying to bring their city a first-ever crown. Oklahoma City, fancied by oddsmakers after an NBA-high 68 regular-season wins, will host game one in the best-of-seven championship series. Both teams are fast-paced ...

Alcaraz Cruises Into French Open Last Four With “Sinner-inspired” Performance

This is Beirut 04/06 13:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Carlos Alcaraz Tennis ATP Roland-Garros

Carlos Alcaraz said his ruthless quarter-final performance at Roland Garros on Tuesday was partly "inspired" by rival Jannik Sinner as the Spaniard blew away Tommy Paul for the loss of just five games. The reigning champion needed just one hour 34 minutes to dismantle former world number nine Paul 6-0, 6-1, 6-4 in the night session on Court ...

Basketball: Al Riyadi on the Attack in Asia

Makram Haddad 04/06 09:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Riyadi Basket-ball Dubai

It’s go time once again. The best of continental basketball will gather from June 7 to 13 in the golden emirate of Dubai to compete in the Basketball Champions League Asia 2025, the premier club competition on the Asian continent. One City, Nine Clubs, One Throne Nine handpicked teams, three highly competitive groups, explosive matchups right ...

Sancho to Leave Chelsea After Loan Spell: Reports

This is Beirut 03/06 18:45 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Sancho Chelsea Football Manchester United

Chelsea has rejected the chance to sign Jadon Sancho permanently from Manchester United after the winger failed to agree to personal terms at Stamford Bridge, reports said Tuesday. The 25-year-old joined Chelsea on loan in August last year in a deal that featured an obligation to buy him for up to £25 million ($34 million). The Athletic ...