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Zwanziger had ‘no knowledge’ that FIFA payment was dubious
A war of words between the German FA and its former president continued this weekend. The two sides have been trading allegations about alleged wrongdoing related to Germany’s successful bid to host the 2006 World Cup. Former DFB (German FA) President Theo Zwanziger hit back on Saturday at current senior German football officials who have …
Europa League: Schalke protect point at the death, Augsburg celebrates historic win
Sane proves to be the difference once again as Schalke salvage a point at home to Sparta Prague. Meanwhile, Augsburg confirmed a historic night in their history with their first-ever win in the competition. Schalke 2-2 Sparta Prague (Di Santo 5′, Sane 72′ – Fatai 50′, Lafata 63′) Franco di Santo and Leroy Sane found …
Europa League: Aubameyang hat trick seals Dortmund win
Borussia Dortmund stand within touching distance of a place in the knockout stages of the Europa League after a 3-1 win against Qabala. Dodo scored a late goal for the home side, but the Bundesliga side took the points. Qabala 1-3 Borussia Dortmund (Dodo 90′ – Aubameyang 31′, 38′, 72′) Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang’s excellent scoring form …
Synchronised swimming not given enough attention: HSC swimmers
On her part Leila Mohamed Fouda also commented that countries such as Spain and Russia have established specialised sports schools in favour of developing national teams in various athletic activities, an advantage that is not available in Egypt.
Djokovic tennis masters Shanghai
Djokovic received his second title this year in China, one week after winning the China Open, defeating his Spanish opponent Rafael Nadal
Rabii the Moroccan makes history in AIBA World Boxing Championship Doha 2015
The championship continued for 10 days and included 10 competitions in various weight classes. It witnessed fierce competition between the boxers, and left distinct echoes among all participants.
DFB denies mulling criminal complaint against Zwanziger
The German FA has denied a media report that it is considering legal action against its former president. This comes amid questions over how Germany won the right to host the 2006 World Cup. The German FA’s (DFB) vice president in charge of legal affairs, Rainer Koch, told the DPA news agency on Tuesday that …
FIFA confirms February presidential election date
FIFA has confirmed that it will hold a special congress to elect a new president early next year. It is not clear whether the suspended Michel Platini, formerly a favorite for the post, will be allowed to stand. Followng an extraordinary meeting in Zurich to discuss the world governing body’s current crisis, FIFA’s Executive Committee …
Report: DFB considering legal action against former president
The allegations that illicit payments were involved in Germany winning the right to host the 2006 World Cup continue to shake the DFB. Now there is a report that it could take its former president to court. The report published in Tuesday’s edition of the Munich-based daily “Süddeutsche Zeitung” cited unnamed sources at the German …
Three Germans, five Bayern players make Ballon d’Or shortlist
Three members of Germany’s 2014 World Cup-winning team have been named to the shortlist for the annual Ballon d’Or award as the world’s best football player. Current holder Cristiano Ronaldo is among the favorites. Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer, his teammate, Thomas Müller and Toni Kroos of Real Madrid were among the 23 players on …
Champions League: Bayern on cruise control, Leverkusen need the points
Going into Match Day 3 of the Champions League, Bayern Munich are hoping to all but clinch qualification for the knock-out rounds. Bayer Leverkusen, on the other hand, sorely need the three points up for grabs. Having taken the maximum six points from their first two matches in Group F, Bayern Munich have the luxury …
Platini confirms Blatter payment under ‘verbal contract’
UEFA President Michel Platini has said that a payment he received from FIFA boss Sepp Blatter four years ago was part of a “verbal contract.” Platini, who has been banned by FIFA, is still hoping to succeed Blatter. Speaking in an interview published in Monday’s edition of the French newspaper “Le Monde” on Monday, Platini, …
Slush fund revelation bad news for Germany, FIFA and football
Revelations that the World Cup 2006 organizing committee had a secret slush fund have rocked Germany, UEFA and FIFA – all for different reasons. DW’s Jefferson Chase discusses the fall-out of a burgeoning scandal. One indication of the sorry state of FIFA is the fact that almost everyone sees the circumstantial evidence produced by news …
In Pictures: Al-Ahly is crowned Egyptian Super Cup champion
Photos by Ahmed Al-Malky
UEFA backs suspended Platini’s right to defend himself
European football’s governing body UEFA says President Michel Platini has its full support while he fights to clear his name. Platini was suspended last week as part of an investigation into corruption allegations. All 54 UEFA members on Thursday called for a speedy decision in the case of their suspended president. “We support Michel Platini’s …
Dani Pedrosa wins Japanese Motorcycle Grand Prix
Despite a slow start, Pedrosa was able to get back into the race, finishing more than eight seconds ahead of his runner up; the Italian Valentino Rossi of the Yamaha team.
Hamilton close to maintaining Formula 1 title
The nine races Hamilton won were out of 15 races that took place this year
Tennis world kneels before Djokovic in 2015
The Spanish Garbiñe Muguruza won the title for the women’s singles when she beat her Swiss rival Timea Bacsinszky 7-5, 6-4.
The history of the Egyptian Super Cup: Al-Ahly seeks its 9th title, while Zamalek seeks its 3rd win
For the first time in 14 years, since the launch of the local Egyptian Super Cup in 2001, the game will be held outside of Egypt. The Egyptian Football Association (EFA) decided the game will be held in the United Arab Emirates on 15 October. The game is expected to have a large audience in …
Premier League doing little to help refugees
Are England’s Premier League clubs doing enough to help refugees? The country’s lower league teams have done their bit, but why is the country of football money so quiet on the matter? Daniel Pinder investigates. In one of the largest flows of refugees since the Second World War, Europe is under increasing pressure to aid …
Novak Djokovic continues dominance over Rafael Nadal with China Open win
It’s been a remarkable year for Novak Djokovic, who cannot be beaten right now. The Serbian tennis master has dismantled his fiercest foe Rafael Nadal in a one-sided China Open final. World No. 1 Novak Djokovic crushed his old rival Rafael Nadal to continue his recent dominance over the Spaniard and win the final of …
US team wins FIVB Volleyball World Cup
The US national volleyball team has topped the World Cup after acquiring the title, defeating their Argentinean counterparts, three sets to one in the final match of the tournament. The results of the final match were 25-20, 25-21, 17-25, 25-20 for the American national team. The title is the second for the US national team, …
UAE’s Al-Ahli approaches the finals of the AFC Champions League with a positive draw
UAE’s Al-Ahli FC team achieved a positive one/one draw with a taste of victory against the Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal in an away game for the semi-finals of the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) Champions League. Al-Ahli will need to win with any result or acquire a goalless draw in the home game to qualify for the …
Hamilton named champion at Japanese Formula 1
Hamilton reached the finish line with a time of 1:28:07.19. After deviating from the track, Rosberg was able to use strategy to get back on the race track, passing Sebastian Vettel to acquire second place.
Al-Ahly, Al-Zamalek defeated in the African Confederation Cup
Al-Zamalek only scored four goals in six games during the group stage, and quarter-finals.
Kenya’s Kipchoge wins Berlin marathon
Kenya’s Eliud Kipchoge has come in first place at the Berlin marathon with just over a minute above the world record. Kenyans have taken the top prize in the German capital every year since 2010. Competing in the 42nd BMW Berlin Marathon, Kenyan runner Eliud Kipchoge won the men’s marathon with a best unofficial time …
Mercedes’ Lewis Hamilton wins Japanese Grand Prix
British driver Lewis Hamilton has won the Japanese Grand Prix for Mercedes, easily beating teammate Nico Rosberg, who started on pole. Sebastian Vettel came in third place for Ferrari. With Sunday’s win at the Suzuka circuit, Hamilton tightened his grip on a third Formula One world title, taking a 48-point lead over teammate Rosberg with …
Neymar has millions in assets frozen in Brazil
A Brazilian court has accused international football star, Neymar, of evading millions of dollars in taxes. Now the Barcelona forward could face fines worth even more than that.
FIFA sets dates for 2022 World Cup in Qatar
FIFA announces the dates for a 2022 World Cup in Qatar, but mysteriously cancels press conference at the last minute. As expected, given the country’s climate, the tournament will be in November and December. In typically dramatic fashion, FIFA combined an announcement about the 2022 World Cup with an unexplained press conference cancellation on Friday. …
Bundesliga: Malli inspires Mainz to win
Mainz secured their third win of the season as Yunus Malli became the third player in the club’s history to score a hat-trick in the Bundesliga. With one point from five, Hoffenheim still can’t shake off their poor form. Mainz 3-1 Hoffenheim (Malli 18′, 61′, 69′ – Schmid 12′) Yunus Malli scored his first Bundesliga …