Six-month experiment gets underway to increase the pace of play in men’s T20Is and ODIs

ESPNcricinfo staff11-Dec-2023The first T20I between West Indies and England on Wednesday will see a stop clock used for the first time in international cricket. Part of a six-month experiment announced last month by the ICC, the stop clock will aim to restrict the time taken between overs and quicken the pace of play.The bowling team will need to be ready to bowl the first ball of their next over within 60 seconds of the previous over being completed. After two warnings, a third default by the bowling side will result in a five-run penalty imposed against them.The third umpire will start the clock at the completion of an over – the countdown would be displayed on the big screen at the ground, too. In case the batters have called for equipment change, drinks or if there is an injury break, and the 60 seconds are over the fielding time will not be penalised.In the scenario where the bowler is ready, but the batter is not ready, the match officials will deduct the time allowance from the batting team. For example if the batting team exceeded their allowances by two minutes, and are fielding second, then that additional time will be deducted from the overall time which could potentially lead them incurring both in-game and financial penalties if they fail to finish the overs before the cut-off time.As it stands, the stop clock will be used only in men’s ODIs and T20Is and goes one step further from the ICC’s change in playing conditions from 2022 where slow over-rates would force fielding sides to keep one fewer fielder outside the circle in the final over of a game. These in-game sanctions are in addition to any monetary fine that teams have to pay for slow over-rates under the ICC’s playing conditions.Stop clocks aimed at speeding up play are not new in sport. In major tennis tournaments, a player gets 25 seconds to get ready to serve between points. The idea of a stop clock in cricket was proposed in 2018 by the MCC’s World Cricket Committee that included Ricky Ponting, Saurav Ganguly and Kumar Sangakkara, among others, to reduce the ‘dead-time’ between overs in international games.The five-match T20I series between West Indies and England runs from December 13 to December 22, with the sides playing the series opener in Bridgetown, then moving to St George’s for two fixtures and finishing the series with two matches in Tarouba.

GOAL writers debate whether Messi should consider leaving MLS, and if a move for De Paul would help keep him in Miami

These are interesting times in Miami. The Herons crashed out of the Club World Cup in unspectacular fashion, beaten convincingly by a far superior PSG side. But they have since rebounded in style, smashing Montreal on the back of a Lionel Messi masterclass.

There's other intriguing stuff, too. Miami have been heavily linked with Atletico Madrid midfielder, Rodrigo De Paul. On his day, the Argentine is among the best in the world in his position. He is a stalwart of his national team and a favorite of Diego Simeone's.

But he would also cost a reported $17 million, and require some serious roster reconfiguration. Miami would almost certainly need a designated player spot to allow for his signature – something they do not currently have. And although it has been reported that there is mutual interest in the move, for technical reasons, it might require, for example, the retirement of Sergio Busquets – something that doesn't seem imminent.

Still, this is Miami, and MLS has repeatedly found ways for them to assemble Messi's old teammates. What's another bit of financial wizardry?

This all comes at a time, though, with the MLS Cup favorites staring at the existential question of of Messi's future. There has been speculation of a possible move abroad, and while Miami insist that an agreement on a new contract is down to its final stage, the uncertainty will have both the club and MLS somewhat on edge.

GOAL US writers break down all things Messi and Miami in the latest edition of… The Rondo.

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  Is the best move for Messi to stay in Miami?

  Tom Hindle: Unquestionably. Those across the pond might not admit it, but MLS is a good level of competition for the Argentine, while it certainly allows him the flexibility to manage his legs a little. Let's be honest: he's got about 18 months of football left. America is the best place to play them out.

  Jacob Schneider: Anywhere at a high level is a good spot for Messi, to be frank. At Miami, though, he is surrounded by friends and family and in a situation that is built around him to succeed. Heading into 2026, it’s hard to think of a better place for him.

  Ryan Tolmich: Absolutely, and there isn't really an argument otherwise. At this point in his career, Messi can still go with the very best of them, but it's unlikely he can go with the consistency required to play at the highest levels of European soccer. In Miami, he can live a comfortable life, play with his friends and, if all goes to plan, still win things. What else could he want in these final few years?

  Alex Labidou: He's reported to be a part-owner of Inter Miami and has a stake in the league's Apple TV deal. While the finer details have not been disclosed, the obvious answer should be of course, he should stay. All of the rumors seem like nothing more than a way to extract the absolute best offer and roster composition to keep Messi happy in MLS. Can anybody really see Messi embracing a move to the Middle East? At least compared to his situation at Miami, which is essentially South America north? No.

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  Are there any opportunities that should tempt Messi?

  TH: Realistically? Nah. America presents a perfect balance of competition and lifestyle. Don't overthink it. Butyou could understand the temptation should a Barca offer actually come. Nostalgia is a powerful thing, and Messi has repeatedly admitted he never wanted to leave the club. He would probably still be there if the Blaugrana hadn't messed up their finances five years ago.

  JS: If Barca asked him to come back, he’d drop everything – who wouldn’t? – but moves to the Middle East likely will not tempt him. It’s not a playing level that Messi would be interested in. As for a move to a club in his native Argentina, he has confidently said it’s not the time yet.

  RT: The only tempting offers, realistically, would be Newell's or Barcelona. Financially and logistically, Newell's will likely never make sense. A Barcelona homecoming, meanwhile, would be unimaginably risky. How many great movies have we seen dinged by lackluster sequels? Let the past stay in the past, and go back only for what should be the greatest testimonial ever put together.

  AL: The only two offers that would make sense from a sentimental point of view, not a footballing one, are Barcelona or Newell's Old Boys. Yet, as seen plenty of times over the past three years, Barcelona can barely afford to keep the players they have on their roster – they couldn't find a way to register Spain star Nico Williams. Is Messi going to play there for free? Obviously not, and Newell's aren't in a great sporting or financial position right now either. It's Inter Miami or the Middle East.

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  Are Argentina still better with him?

  TH: Yes, but that window is closing. There is still magic in those boots, yet it's fair to wonder where he might be in a year. That left foot won't disappear, but can his legs manage a 48-team World Cup in the middle of the summer? Tough to say. This Argentina team have probably peaked. Is now the time to think about the next era?

  JS: Of course. He is the body and soul of that team, the heart and passion of all things Albiceleste. Lionel Scaloni still builds his system around Messi, and his teammates know that he is the key to the national team.

  RT: Absolutely. Even if his actual soccer skills disappear, and they haven't, the mentality that he inspires in the national team cannot be understated. Argentina follow him like soldiers off to battle, and it's because of that mentality that they continue to win. Argentina aren't the most talented team in the world by any stretch, but they are the most mentally strong, and it's Messi's leadership that inspires that strength.

  AL: Yes, Argentina are uniquely built to capitalize on his strengths and have elite defensive midfielders such as De Paul to cover up his weaknesses. Not sure if they are the favorites heading into 2026, but as seen at the Club World Cup with Miami against Porto, it only takes one moment for Messi to knock a team out.

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  What's the right time for Messi to retire?

  TH: It feels unbelievably silly to tell any of these lads when to go. But for the narrative arc? After the 2026 World Cup – or at the end of that MLS season. However, declines are rapid in football. Can Messi still be effective in 12 months time? Probably, but you wouldn't begrudge him for walking away at the end of this season. Leave the football before the football leaves you.

  JS: It would not be a surprise if he retires in 2028 – getting one last Copa America with Argentina in the books. However, a send off after the 2026 World Cup, internationally, would be a beautiful one.

  RT: Whenever the hell he wants. He has earned the right to go out on his own terms, whatever those may be. Does he want to retire on a high and leave the world wanting more? Does he want to go until the wheels fall off and he uses every bit of soccer left in his body? Entirely up to him! Few players know when to call it quits at the right time but, when it comes to Messi, the right time is whenever he says so. The world will enjoy watching him play until that moment comes.

  AL: If Messi retires from international football and stays in Miami, he could reasonably dominate in MLS for at least three more years. Even if he continues to lose a step, his technical ability, as shown against Montreal last week, is unlike any seen in the league before. If he is seriously considering a return to Europe, that timeline gets halved. European club soccer is all about pressing high and being part of a cohesive unit and Messi doesn't have the legs for that anymore.

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“Vamos subir,Vasco”. Durante os dois últimos anos, esse foi o mantra repetido pela torcida do time da Colina. Mas quando enfim veio o sonho tão almejado, o torcedor cruz-maltino mandou às favas os festejos. E partiu até para a cobrança após a vitória por 1 a 0 sobre o Ituano, no domingo (6), no interior paulista, resultado que sacramentou a volta do clube à primeira divisão do Campeonato Brasileiro.

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O carrossel de emoções que se tornou o Vasco desde que teve sacramentado seu quatro rebaixamento na história mostra que pelo menos o Cruz-Maltino criou uma espécie de casca.

De Niterói, de onde saiu na própria manhã de domingo e cruzou os quase 800 km de distância de carro, sozinho, o dentista Maurício Farias, 42 anos, era um exemplo desse sentimento à flor da pele que cai sobre São Januário. Antes do jogo, “o sentimento não pode parar”. Depois da volta à Série A, como em um estalar de dedos, se descobre o óbvio: comemorar o quê? Isso na visão dele:

– Estive nos 19 jogos em casa e, por mais que quando chegamos aqui, depois de uma viagem tão longa, bate aquele orgulho de pertencer ao único pedaço mais bonito de nossa história. Quando o apito final toca você percebe que não adianta ficar soltando confete.

Maurício não era um pensamento isolado. Como ele, muitos queriam ir embora logo após o apito final. Havia quem chorasse. Acabou o pesadelo? E aí os olhos marejados relembram a trajetória vivida. E o tom muda.

– Espero que seja o último acesso. Chega. Eu choro porque estou emocionado. Mas tem que se criar vergonha na cara de todo mundo, da diretoria, dos jogadores – disse um torcedor que se limitou a se identificar como João e que vinha de Minas Gerais. O motivo pelo qual correu foi subir no alambrado para gritar o nome de Figueiredo.

Mas como explicar a psicologia vascaína? Nem mesmo nos altos patamares. Nas tribunas de honra e no gramado após o apito final sintomas distintos. Os donos do papel e da caneta com um claro semblante de alívio por não somar mais um fracasso na conta. Os de chuteira e os que cercam a satisfação de cumprirem o objetivo diante de tantos contratempos.

E não há ninguém que tenha mais autoridade para falar do que o lateral Léo Mattos. Há três anos na Colina, viu o rebaixamento, o fracasso do ano passado e a redenção atual.

– A gente devia para o torcedor. Simples assim. A gente devia. Eu mais do que os outros. Estava aqui na queda, no ano passado… Nunca falhamos porque queríamos. Esse acesso deveria ter vindo muito antes, mas falhamos de novo. Felizmente está aí e podemos entrar para a história do Vasco por páginas bonitas – comentou.

Qual o Vasco que deixou Itu? Pergunta sem resposta, enfim. Tudo mudará em 2023. E motivos não faltam para que a torcida continue cismada, os dirigentes com medo e os jogadores temerosos. O Gigante da Colina, antes de tudo, precisa se reencontrar. Pela quinta vez.

Endrick's immediate future may lie away from Real Madrid, with Marseille one of the two clubs interested in signing the youngster on loan.

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Brazilian media outlet claims that Marseille recently contacted Real Madrid to explore the feasibility of a loan deal for Endrick. The young striker, signed for €47.5 million (£41m/$55m) from Palmeiras, has been linked with an exit this summer given the number of options in attack at Xabi Alonso's disposal.

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The rise of Gonzalo Garcia, who has already impressed at the Club World Cup with four goals and has started every game in the competition, further complicates matters for the Brazilian star. In this scenario, a loan seems like a logical option to allow him to get more playing time in Europe. And in this battle, Marseille are well positioned, even if Dutch giants PSV are also in the running.

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With a return to the Champions League, Marseille can offer Endrick something few clubs can guarantee: exposure, high-intensity matches and, above all, playing time. This is an important factor for someone who dreams of playing in the 2026 World Cup with Brazil. Injured in Carlo Ancelotti's first two games in charge of the Selecao, the 18-year-old knows he needs to make more appearances to convince the Italian. One essential condition remains: guarantees that he will be used regularly by Marseille coach Roberto De Zerbi. If all the lights turn green, Marseille could pull off one of the biggest coups of the summer.

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With Franco Mastantuono's arrival post-Club World Cup in August, it is unlikely Endrick will find a role under Alonso that will both satisfy him and also further his footballing development. On the contrary, journalist Jorge Picon recently reported that the former Bayer Leverkusen manager plans to use the Brazilian international as a right winger. That, in addition to Endrick's desire to remain in the Spanish capital, could play a huge factor in the youngster's immediate future.

تحدث عمرو السولية، لاعب الأهلي السابق وفريق نادي سيراميكا كليوباترا الحالي، عن رحيله عن صفوف القلعة الحمراء، في الصيف الجاري.

وجاء انتقال عمرو السولية إلى سيراميكا كليوباترا بعد مشوار حافل دام 9 سنوات داخل القلعة الحمراء، وأعلن الأهلي نهايته مؤخرًا، بعدما قرر النادي توجيه الشكر للاعب مع نهاية تعاقده.

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وقال السولية، في تصريحات لقناة الأهلي: “سيراميكا كليوباترا نادي ينافس على بطولات، فريق محترم ومعهم جهاز فني محترم والإدارة نفس الشيء، ومجموعة لاعبين جيدين جدًا”.

وتابع: “مركزين جدًا هذا الموسم نحقق أشياء أكثر من التي تحققت الموسم الماضي، بداية من مباراة يوم الجمعة المقبلة أمام الزمالك، ونقدر نفوز بالثلاث نقاط”.

ويعد السولية أبرز لاعبي خط الوسط في الكرة المصرية خلال العقد الأخير، حيث شارك في 342 مباراة بقميص الأهلي في مختلف البطولات، سجل خلالها 34 هدفًا وصنع 29، وفقًا لموقع “ترانسفير ماركت”.

Scorchers had reached 30 for 2 after 6.5 overs when umpires stopped play to inspect the pitch, with the fixture abandoned soon afterwards.

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Melbourne Renegades’ Big Bash League clash with Perth Scorchers has been abandoned after 6.5 overs because of safety concerns over a water-damaged pitch.The ground staff in Geelong worked feverishly on Sunday to dry the pitch after heavy rain crept under the covers overnight. Renegades captain Nic Maddinson declared the pitch still “absolutely drenched” at the toss and sent the Scorchers in to bat.Scorchers had reached 30 for 2 after 6.5 overs when umpires stopped play to inspect the pitch, with the fixture abandoned soon afterwards.In a statement, Cricket Australia said: “CA will conduct a thorough review into the extremely frustrating circumstances that have resulted in the game being abandoned and a huge disappointment for fans and players.”The decision to abandon the game came after concerns from batters over inconsistent bounce and extravagant seam movement, in particular from the Scorchers’ Josh Inglis. At the time, Aaron Hardie was unbeaten on 20 off 23, while Inglis was not out on 3 off 7.”That last delivery we saw behave quite uncharacteristically and in our minds we thought it behaved dangerously so that was the reason for coming off,” umpire Ben Treloar told .”When we initially started we saw the pitch, we had a good look at it, [but] until you start playing on it sometimes these things don’t present themselves. After the first few overs we were quite hopeful it was going to be okay but then it started to go south and that last one was enough for us to consider it dangerous.”Ashton Turner, Perth Scorchers’ captain, said there were doubts over the surface before the game began but it was worth trying to get a game played.”Start of the day we knew there were some doubts over the wicket but credit to both teams, we made a fair go of it,” he said. “We had enough evidence to call the game off and think the umpires made a really difficult decision, but probably the right decision”There were definitely question marks over the nature of the wicket but think we needed to try and make something happen. Fortunately no one got hurt and the playing conditions say that no one has to get hurt to call it off which I think is common sense.”He added that officials perhaps needed to look for ways that a game could still carry on when a situation such as this develops.”Think we need some flexibility with the playing conditions,” he said. “I’ve heard ideas floated about whether we can play from one end, no doubt there is a way that we could get a game of cricket but we need some flexibility with the playing conditions to allow that.”Renegades veteran Aaron Finch told the broadcast that deliveries had taken “big divots” out of the surface.”Josh Inglis said it felt dangerous when he was batting,” Finch said. “It’s just bouncing ridiculously. If that’s bouncing on line with someone’s body or their head, then that could [cause] some real issues.”It’s hard to say [if it’s too dangerous] when nobody’s been hit but you don’t want to wait for somebody to get seriously injured.”In a statement, Melbourne Renegades said: “On Sunday morning, the club was made aware that the GMHBA Stadium pitch sustained some water damage during Saturday’s heavy rain. Kardinia Park Stadium Trust undertook work throughout the day to improve the condition of the wicket and match officials deemed the surface safe to commence play.Renegades general manager James Rosengarten added: “Our first thoughts are with our fans – the loyal supporters we have across Geelong and Victoria. We are incredibly disappointed in tonight’s events.”We had an important match against the Scorchers and our fans have a right to feel incredibly let down. It should have been a great night of cricket and we will discuss the outcomes of that in the days ahead. The club will ensure that all general public ticket purchasers are refunded”

“I want this team to grow in a way that everyone says that this is the best team,” says India captain

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Harmanpreet: We need to think about having a third pacer in the side

India have started preparing for the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup and captain Harmanpreet Kaur wants to “build” for the event by giving the new faces in the T20I squad “as many opportunities as possible” to prove themselves on the big stage. The selection, in the end, will not only be about their performances on the field but also how they contribute off it, she said.”Whichever player you play with, you will know how they can contribute to the team just by looking at their body language and the way they think about cricket,” Harmanpreet said ahead of the second T20I against England in Mumbai. “Just like how there’s no surety about anything in life, we also can’t be always sure about a player. At the same time, it’s about how they improve by the day and how they help the team win, all that is important. All that also plays a role in how many opportunities you want to give a player.”In the team there are so many youngsters now who have done well in domestic [cricket] and WPL. We’ve picked those who have done well in T20s. We want to build this team. We have so many matches coming up. As a captain, I want to build this team. The support staff is also balanced now. Amol [Muzumdar, head coach] has so much experience as player and coach. When all these things are sorted, you know that you just need to go out there and play. As a captain, I have a lot of trust and belief. They are the best and that’s why they are here. I want to give them as many opportunities as I can because they are the best right now. I want them to do well for the country.”Allrounder Shreyanka Patil and left-arm spinner Saika Ishaque, who were among the breakout stars at the inaugural WPL this year, received maiden call-ups for the T20Is series against England, while youngsters Titas Sadhu, Kanika Ahuja and Mannat Kashyap have also been named in the squad. Patil and Ishaque made their India debuts in the first T20I, where the hosts lost by 38 runs, and finished with decent returns. Patil bagged two wickets, while Ishaque dismissed the on-song Danni Wyatt for 75.Related

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Ishaque, 28, had finished the WPL as the joint-second-highest wicket-taker and was also the top wicket-taker in the Senior Women’s T20 Trophy this season with 18 wickets in nine matches. Twenty-one-year-old Patil, meanwhile, impressed for India A leading up to the T20I series, picking up five wickets in three games. She also had a prolific Women’s CPL in March, where she was the only Indian and ended up being the highest wicket-taker, with nine wickets in five games.Harmanpreet was clear the duo needs to make use of these opportunities to cement their spot at next year’s T20 World Cup, which is slated for September-October in Bangladesh. Following the England series, India are set to play a full series against Australia at home, which includes three T20Is.”The team which we have picked for this T20I [series] is the one we want to build for the upcoming World Cup,” she said. “Saika and Shreyanka have done really well in the last game. They’re quite confident and after the game we did sit with them and discuss what best they can do in the upcoming games. For them, they just need opportunities and so many opportunities are there now. They just need to go out there and execute in the best way.”Saika Ishaque was impressive in WPL 2023•Getty ImagesIndia suffered heartbreak at the T20 World Cup this year, losing to Australia in a close encounter in the semi-final. They also came close in 2018 (semi-final) and 2020 (final). Harmanpreet, who is now a globally recognised player – she is one of BBC’s 100 Women and Time Magazine’s 100 Next this year – has only one thing on her mind: to win a World Cup for India.”I want this team to grow in a way that everyone says that this is the best team,” she said. “For me winning a World Cup is a dream and I’m just working towards that and that is the only reason I requested BCCI to get a young team. These games are very important. England are not going to give us anything easily. So we are putting ourselves under pressure. We want to work hard towards that and I don’t count my personal achievements to any level because I’m playing a team sport. If the team is doing well I’m happy.”At the same time, when you’re not feeling great, you see people are you telling ‘you’ve done this and that’ to make you feel good. For me, team performance and winning a World Cup for the country is very important, and my aim is towards that. I just want us to stay together and grow together and do something great for our country.”In the first T20I, India fielded only two fast bowlers in the XI, whereas the spinners bowled 12 overs and were expensive. Fast bowler Renuka Singh returned to international cricket after close to 10 months and impressed immediately with figures of 3 for 27 while medium pacer Pooja Vastrakar went for 44 runs in her four overs. Sadhu, the other fast bowler in the squad, was out ill. Harmanpreet said that spin was among India’s strong suits and trusted her spinners to come good, adding that Sadhu “should be ready” for the second game to bring more balance to the side.”In our domestic set-up so many spin bowlers are doing really well. It’s something which has always been our strength. Among pacers, Renuka is doing really well, other end Pooja is helping her. At the same time, Titas was not well. She should be ready for the next game and secondly, I feel spinners are more confident and they’ve always done really well whenever they’ve got the opportunity. That’s why we went with the spin attack.”

Arsenal are reportedly on the verge of finalising a £50 million ($68m) transfer for Chelsea winger Noni Madueke, but the move has been criticised by former Liverpool and West Ham midfielder Don Hutchison. The 23-year-old, currently with the Chelsea squad in the United States ahead of the Club World Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain, appears set to make a surprise switch to north London once the Blues return to England next week.

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• Arsenal on the brink of snapping up Madueke
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  Madueke, who netted 11 goals under Enzo Maresca during the 2024-25 campaign, is set for a fresh challenge in the English top-flight. The recent £60m ($81m) arrival of Joao Pedro from Brighton at Stamford Bridge has put him on the fringes, prompting Arsenal to act.

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  Speaking to , Hutchinson expressed doubt over where the Chelsea winger would fit into Mikel Arteta’s plans.

  "I don’t understand this transfer,” he said. “From an Arsenal point of view, he plays where Bukayo Saka does, so it’ll be tough for him to get games.”

  Saka has been a consistent force on Arsenal’s right flank and one of Arteta’s most important players. Bringing in another right-sided winger with such a high price tag has raised eyebrows, especially considering the squad’s existing depth in that area.

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  Hutchison also pointed to the potential consequences of the transfer on rising star Ethan Nwaneri. The 17-year-old forward made an impressive 37 appearances for Arsenal last season and is considered one of their brightest academy products. There are growing concerns among supporters that the signing of Madueke could stunt the development of Nwaneri, potentially pushing the teenager to explore options elsewhere if his pathway to first-team football becomes blocked.

  “The competition, of course, makes sense, especially if Saka is injured, but they have Ethan Nwaneri,” added Hutchison. “His contract is running down now, and I’d have been tempted to use money earmarked for Madueke to get a deal done for Nwaneri instead.”

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  Madueke's acquisition continues a recent trend of Arsenal recruiting players directly from Chelsea. Kai Havertz and Kepa Arrizabalaga are already part of the Gunners' squad, while midfielder Jorginho had a short stint in red before moving to Flamengo earlier this summer. However, Hutchison offered a word of caution, noting that not every switch across London has gone smoothly.

  "Spending £50 million on Madeuke, who hasn’t been brilliant for Chelsea, is strange,” he added. “The Raheem Sterling deal definitely didn’t work, and you worry if this is another player coming from Stamford Bridge to sit on the bench.”

تحدد منافس النادي الأهلي في الدور التمهيدي الثاني (دور الـ 32) من بطولة دوري أبطال إفريقيا للموسم الجديد 2025-2026.

وأجرى الاتحاد الإفريقي لكرة القدم “كاف”، مراسم قرعة الأدوار التمهيدية اليوم السبت، في دار السلام بتنزانيا.

طالع | نتائج قرعة دوري أبطال إفريقيا 2025-2026

وكان كاف، أعفى النادي الأهلي من خوض الدور التمهيدي الأول (دور الـ 64) لتواجد الفريق في التصنيف الأول في القارة الإفريقية.

ومن المقرر أن تنطلق منافسات بطولة دوري أبطال إفريقيا للموسم الجديد، 19 سبتمبر المقبل بالدور التمهيدي الأول (دور الـ 64)، وسيبدأ الأهلي مبارياته من دور الـ 32، الذي ينطلق بداية من 17 من شهر أكتوبر المقبل. منافس الأهلي في دوري أبطال إفريقيا 2025-2026

وأسفرت القرعة التي أجريت اليوم، عن مواجهة الأهلي للفائز من مباراة نادي إيجل نوار (بوروندي) ضد أساس جيبوتي تيليكوم (جيبوتي)، التي تقام في دور التمهيدي الأول (دور الـ 64).

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O argentino já sabe muito bem da importância que o torneio continental tem para o clube, e falou sobre isso após a vitória do Timão sobre o Ceará, por 1 a 0, no sábado (5), na Neo Química Arena.

O Alvinegro já havia entrado em campo classificado para a fase de grupos da Libertadores do ano que vem, mas conseguiu a vitória para melhorar sua classificação geral no Campeonato Brasileiro.

– Sabemos a importância que tem uma Copa Libertadores e um clube tão grande como esse tem a obrigação de estar sempre classificado. Estou muito contente com essa classificação e nos prepararemos da melhor maneira na próxima temporada – disse Fausto Vera.

O volante estreou com a camisa do Alvinegro contra o Atlético-GO, na partida de ida das quartas de final da Copa do Brasil, no dia 27 de julho.

Agora, o Timão se prepara para seu último confronto fora de casa em 2022. O jogo será contra o Coritiba, na quarta-feira (9), às 19h, no Couto Pereira, pela 27ª rodada do Brasileirão.