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Callum Hudson-Odoi transfer talk shows difference between Bundesliga and Premier League
The succcess of Jadon Sancho has further established the Bundesliga as a great place to develop for young players. With Bayern Munich keen on Callum Hudson-Odoi, would the Chelsea teen be wise to follow Sancho’s lead?The early stages of the January transfer window have already neatly summarized the gulf in prosperity and philosophy between the …
Morocco’s Hakimi named African Youth Player of Year
Real Madrid loanee and Moroccan international Achraf Hakimi, currently playing for Borussia Dortmund, has won the 2018 African Youth Player of the Year award. The preliminary list for the award included Hakimi, Wilfred Ndidi (Nigeria – Leicester City), Andre Onana (Cameroon – AFC Ajax), Ismaila Sarr (Senegal – Rennes), Mahmoud Benhalib (Morocco – Raja Club …
El Mokawloon SC prepares to celebrate Salah’s winning
The Board of Directors of El Mokawloon SC, led by Mohsen Salah, contacted the Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, who used to play for El Mokawloon, to set a date for a special ceremony to celebrate his historic achievement for winning the African Player of the Year for the second time in a row. The board …
Morocco, South Africa dominate 2018 CAF awards for women
To traditional music, Africa celebrated the 2018 Confederation of African Football (CAF) awards at the Abdou Diouf International Conference Centre in the Senegalese capital of Dakar amidst a large presence of African football stars who previously won these awards and put smiles on their fans’ faces. Nigeria beat the likes of Cameroon, Ghana, Mali, and …
Mohamed Salah: King of Africa
Egyptian star wins title for second consecutive year
Egypt will host 2019 Africa Cup of Nations
French company sponsoring tournament said Egypt most suitable country to host competition in terms of stadiums, security, accommodation
Formula One: Ferrari to replace Maurizio Arrivabene with Mattia Binotto – reports
Ferrari are set to replace Formula One team boss Maurizio Arrivabene with technical head Mattia Binotto, according to reports in Italy. German four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel could be working under a new boss.Sports daily Gazzetta dello Sport reported on Monday that an announcement could be made by the end of the day, but a …
Asian Cup 2019: China survive scare to defeat Kyrgyzstan
China were forced to fight back from a first-half deficit against Kyrgyzstan in the Asian Cup. The favorites had to rely on two goalkeeping errors in the second period to seal a shaky 2-1 victory.Germany's Vitalij Lux was left ruing a number of missed chances as Kyrgyzstan missed out on causing yet another shock in …
Asian Cup 2019: Late penalty rescues point for hosts UAE
Hosts United Arab Emirates looked to be falling to a shock opening day defeat to Bahrain until they won a controversial 88th minute penalty. Substitute Ahmed Khalil scored from the spot to rescue a point for his side.United Arab Emirates 1 – 1 Bahrain (Khalil 88' pen – Alromaihi 78') A dubious handball decision allowed …
Bayern Munich: Kovac looking to youth as Ribery launches foul-mouthed rant
Niko Kovac has admitted he’s looking to lower Bayern Munich’s average age as rumors linking Callum Hudson-Odoi continue. On the same day, one of his most experienced players launched a foul-mouthed rant on social media.Niko Kovac admitted on Saturday that his team "need young players" shortly after one of his longest-serving veterans launched a expletive-laden …
Egypt aims to host Africa Cup of Nations
12 teams have qualified so far to 2019 AFCON
Pharaohs in World Handball Championship for 15th time
Egyptian national handball team will participate in World Handball Championship from 10 to 27 January in Germany, Denmark
Sports 2019: Egypt seeks to host AFCON, qualifies for World Handball Championship for 15th time
UAE to host AFC Asian Cup with participation of 24 national teams
Hopman Cup: Zverev, Kerber win to set up Australia clash
Germany teammates Angelique Kerber and Alexander Zverev each won their singles matches against France on Wednesday to set up a decisive clash with Australia. Kerber beat Alize Cornet while Zverev defeated Lucas Pouille.Germany's top ranked male and female players both overcame setbacks to win their singles rubbers and set up a meeting with Australia to …
Michael Schumacher turns 50: A sporting great still admired
Formula One icon Michael Schumacher celebrates his 50th birthday on Thursday. While a skiing accident five years ago has seen Schumacher retreat from the public eye, his impressive career is fondly remembered.From the moment Michael Schumacher won his first Grand Prix race in 1992, the sporting world got the sense that a racing great was …
January transfer window: BVB's Christian Pulisic completes Chelsea switch
Bundesliga leaders Borussia Dortmund have sold US international Christian Pulisic to English Premier club Chelsea. However, Pulisic will remain in Dortmund on loan until the end of the current season.January 2 – Borussia Dortmund announced in a statement on Wednesday that they had reached a deal to sell Christian Pulisic to Chelsea for a transfer …
Mo Salah among three-man shortlist for 2018 CAF African Player of the Year
Liverpool and Egyptian national team player Mohamed Salah was selected on Tuesday among the final three-man shortlist for the CAF African Player of the Year award 2018. Salah, who won the award in 2017, will compete with his teammate Sadio Mane and Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to land the prestigious prize. A combination of votes …
Germany coach Joachim Löw has some tough decisions ahead of him in 2019
The German national team will have been glad to see the end of 2018. After failing to get past the group stage at the World Cup, they were relegated in the Nations League. Coach Löw has tough decisions to make in 2019.What a successful summer 2017 was for German football, as Joachim Löw's relatively young …
Four Hills Tournament: Junshiro Kobayashi wins Oberstdorf opening jump
Germany’s Markus Eisenbichler finished the opening leg of the 2018/19 Four Hills Tournament in second place, behind favorite Kobayashi. Current champion Kamil Stoch is eighth.Junshiro Kobayashi has won the first jump of the 2018/19 Four Hills Tournament. The World Cup leader recorded jumps of 138.5 and 126.5 meters. Germany's Markus Eisenbichler gave the Germany team …
Opinion: An opportunity squandered for Germany
Fall over, get back up, get on with it – that’s the motto of the Germany national football team. Slogans are all well and good but look misplaced after a dreadful year, says DW’s Sarah Wiertz."I'm happy the chapter is finally over," Germany team manager Oliver Bierhoff said as he reflected on 2018. While the …
Ironman champion Patrick Lange: 'There is still a lot that I want to achieve'
Triathlete Patrick Lange won the 2018 and 2017 Ironman World Championships in Hawaii, breaking the course record both times. He spoke to DW about these achievements and why he employs a technical coach.DW: Patrick Lange you successfully defended your Ironman World Championship title in Hawaii in October. How important was this to you? Patrick Lange: …
'Snow farming' helping to keep Davos a 'cross-country-skiing paradise'
Davos bills itself as a “cross-country-skiing paradise” – due to the fact that getting enough snow in the winter has always been as good as guaranteed. But now climate change is starting to have an impact."The route into the Sertig Valley is my favorite trail, simply a classic," says cross-country skiing star Dario Cologna. "This …
Egyptian sports harvest in 2018: setbacks and victories
Mohamed Salah, Egyptian King in Liverpool
Opinion: Uli Hoeness is no longer fit for Bayern Munich
Uli Hoeness looks set to remain a leading figure at Bayern Munich for years to come, but does that make sense? Germany’s most successful club deserves better, writes DW’s Jonathan Harding.Despite being faced with boos and jeers at the club's recent AGM as some Bayern Munich members voiced their disapproval of his very public feud …
Inter Milan fan dies after being hit by vehicle
A fan of Italian football club Inter Milan has died after being hit by a car during clashes between rival fan groups prior to a league game. The incident is under investigation.Police in Milan announced on Thursday that a 35-year-old supporter had died in hospital of injuries sustained when he was struck by a vehicle …
Inter Milan to play two games behind closed doors after racist abuse
Serie A has ordered the club to play two matches behind closed doors after Kalidou Koulibaly was racially abused. Napoli’s coach has threatened to lead his team off the field if a similar incident occurs in future.Italy's top football league has ordered Inter Milan to play their next two home games behind closed doors after …
Germany captain Manuel Neuer speaks of 'new spirit' in national team
Germany’s captain has expressed confidence about the future of the national team after a disappointing 2018. Manuel Neuer spoke of a “new spirit” as Germany look forward to qualifying for Euro 2020.Writing in an article posted on the German Football Association's (DFB) website on Wednesday, captain Manuel Neuer conceded that through their lack of success …
What will 2019 bring for Angelique Kerber?
Angelique Kerber is set to embark upon the 2019 tennis season with a new coach and renewed energy. Having won Wimbledon in 2018, the only Grand Slam missing from the German tennis star’s collection is the French Open.Angelique Kerber was recently asked about why the enthusiasm among the German public for her and Alexander Zverev …
Kristina Vogel: 'I still can't stand losing'
In June, track-cycling champion Kristina Vogel crashed during a training session in Cottbus. SHe has used a wheelchair ever since. She spoke to DW about how she’s adjusting to her new life.DW: How is your recovery going, six months after your accident? Kristina Vogel: I haven't quite processed everything yet. There are still days when …
Bundesliga 2018-19: A half-time review
Surprise leaders, crises, fallen giants and supersubs; the first half of the Bundesliga season hasn’t been low on incident. DW takes a look back at how it’s all unfolded and what’s in store when the league returns.The leaders Borussia Dortmund no longer appear invincible but they are still top of the tree at Christmas, thanks …