Team USA defeats France to secure fifth consecutive Olympic gold medal.
Despite fierce competition, Team USA secured their fifth consecutive Olympic gold in men’s basketball with a 98-87 win over host nation France. The game was intensely competitive, with both teams exchanging leads and the score bouncing back and forth. By the fourth quarter, the American lead had diminished from 14 to just six points, and the French team even cut it to three in the final minutes. However, Stephen Curry delivered a decisive performance, hitting four crucial three-pointers to seal the victory and conclude his Olympic debut with a standout display. Host country France won silver while Jokić’s Serbia defeated Germany to clinch bronze. LeBron James was named the tournament’s Most Valuable Player, while French star Victor Wembanyama earned the Rising Star accolade.
WORLD CHAMPIONS 🥇🇺🇸#USABMNT
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Manchester United seals €70 million deal for Bayern Munich’s duo.
After the signing of Zirkzee and Yoro, Manchester United are set to improve their defensive options with the double signing of Bayern Munich duo, Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui. According to new reports, United have agreed to terms with Bayern Munich for the transfer of the Dutch centre-back, with the deal, valued at €45 million (£38m/$49m), includes an additional €5 million (£4m/$5m) in performance-based add-ons. The 24-year-old will undergo a medical soon and will sign a five-year contract with an option for a 12-month extension. United have also struck a separate agreement for Bayern’s right-back Noussair Mazraoui, set at €15 million (£12m/$15m) plus €5 million (£4m/$5m) in bonuses. This transfer depends on Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s move to West Ham, which is expected to generate around £15 million for United. The duo played under ten Hag in Ajax and fans expect the reunion to be instantly impactful.
Manchester United have signed both Matthijs de Ligt AND Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich, as per @David_Ornstein.
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— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) August 10, 2024
Reece James suffers a new hamstring strain as he prepares for the new season.
Chelsea faces another injury setback with club captain Reece James experiencing discomfort in his hamstring during recent training, reports The Athletic. The English right-back, who has struggled with fitness issues over the past two seasons, had surgery last December for a recurring hamstring injury and only returned late in the 2023-24 season. Although the club describes this latest issue as minor, they plan to proceed cautiously. James is expected to be a key player this season and has been involved in pre-season activities. However, with a three-game suspension due to a red card from the end of last season, he will have additional time to recover.
🚨🚨| JUST IN: Reece James has suffered a SETBACK ahead of the new season after suffering a new hamstring injury. 🤕
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— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) August 10, 2024
Guardiola’s City defeats Manchester United on penalties in the Community Shield.
Manchester City clinched their first Community Shield since 2019, with Manuel Akanji scoring the winning penalty in a dramatic shootout against Manchester United. The match was slow-paced until Alejandro Garnacho broke the deadlock in the 82nd minute with a superb goal. Bernardo Silva then equalized for City just before the end of regular time, sending the game to penalties at Wembley. In the shootout, only Bernardo Silva and Jadon Sancho missed from the initial five penalties, which also saw a successful attempt by City’s goalkeeper Ederson. The shootout went to sudden death, where Jonny Evans, lacking confidence, missed his penalty, while Akanji calmly converted his to secure the victory for Pep Guardiola’s team.
Manuel Akanji scores!
Manchester United: ✅✅✅❌✅✅✅❌
Manchester City: ❌✅✅✅✅✅✅✅MANCHESTER CITY ARE THE COMMUNITY SHIELD CHAMPIONS! ANOTHER TROPHY FOR PEP GUARDIOLA! 🏆 pic.twitter.com/BnKxgkOKcZ
— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) August 10, 2024
Everton at risk of another point deduction for breaching PSR rule.
Merseyside club, Everton may face another points deduction at the start of the Premier League season due to financial irregularities. Last November, the Toffees received a 10-point deduction for breaching the Premier League’s profit and Sustainability rules (PSR) related to the 2021-22 season, later reduced to six points after an appeal. They were then docked an additional two points in April for overspending in the 2022-23 season. Despite these penalties, Everton avoided relegation with a 15th-place finish. However, the Premier League now suspects that Everton exceeded PSR limits by an additional £6.5 million in 2022-23. This follows a previous £16 million overspend linked to their new stadium’s interest payments. Everton disputes this, arguing that stadium costs should not count towards PSR calculations. The Premier League and Everton are seeking a swift resolution, but a verdict remains pending.
🚨🚨| BREAKING: Everton will begin the season with the threat of another POINTS DEDUCTION, as the Premier League alleges that the club breached its PSR rules by an extra £6.5M for the 2022-23 season.
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— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) August 11, 2024