Football beyond mainstream
In high-stakes CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers, Argentina and Brazil both claimed vital victories to strengthen their positions in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. While Argentina edged past Uruguay 1-0 thanks to a moment of brilliance from Thiago Almada, Brazil secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Colombia, with Vinicius Jr. delivering a late…
In a thrilling match, Al-Shabab showcased their dominance on the field, with star striker Abderrazak Hamdallah playing a pivotal role in their victory. Hamdallah’s exceptional performance included a stunning hatrick and an assist, further solidifying his reputation as one of the league’s top players. The team’s cohesive play and strategic execution led them to a…
In another exciting match of the same round, Al-Fateh emerged victorious against Al-Raed with a 3-1 win. The team’s success was fueled by two goals from Matías Vargas and a third goal from Moroccan player Mourad Batna, who converted a penalty kick. Al-Raed’s sole goal came from their Cameroonian player Omar González in the 82nd…
In a thrilling encounter on Saturday, Al Ahly and Zamalek played out a 1-1 draw in the 15th round of the Egyptian Premier League. The match, filled with tension and late drama, saw Moroccan stars on both sides making decisive contributions. Al Ahly’s new signing, Ashraf Ben Sharqi, opened the scoring in the 72nd minute,…
Bayern Munich held onto their lead in the German Bundesliga after a tense 0-0 draw against defending champions Bayer Leverkusen on Saturday, February 15, 2025. The result kept Bayern eight points clear at the top of the table, moving them closer to their 34th league title. The match saw Leverkusen hit the crossbar twice in…
Saudi Arabia has confirmed that it will maintain its long-standing alcohol ban during the 2034 World Cup, despite being named as the tournament’s host by FIFA in December 2023. The kingdom, where alcohol has been prohibited since 1952 due to Islamic law, will not sell alcoholic beverages in stadiums or public spaces. While Qatar, the…
Logan Paul appears to have chosen his next opponent in the ring, and it’s none other than football icon Lionel Messi. The YouTuber-turned-wrestler has challenged Messi as a way to resolve his ongoing lawsuit against the Argentine star’s beverage brand, Mas+. Paul hopes the unusual proposal will bring an end to the legal battle. It…
In a dramatic turn of events in the AFC Champions League, Iranian giants Persepolis saw their hopes of advancing to the knockout stages take a significant hit after a crushing 4-1 defeat to Saudi Pro League champions Al-Hilal. The match, played in Riyadh, showcased Al-Hilal’s dominance as they outclassed Persepolis, leaving the Iranian side struggling…
The King’s Cup quarterfinals lived up to their reputation for high drama, with thrilling encounters and moments of individual brilliance. Among the standout performances, Alshabab’s 2-0 victory over Al Fayha, Alraed’s nerve-wracking penalty triumph over Jabalain, and Alqadsia’s 3-0 demolition of Altaawoun were key results. However, the most captivating clash of the round was the…
Bahrain clinched the 2025 Gulf Cup title in a dramatic final against Oman, securing a 2-1 victory after a thrilling and hard-fought encounter. The match, which was played in front of an electric crowd, saw Oman lead for nearly 75 minutes before Bahrain’s late surge turned the game on its head. Oman, who had already…
