Team USA women’s basketball to play France in 8th consecutive Olympics finals.
After defeating Nigeria in the quarter finals, Team USA showcased a strong performance to defeat Australia 85-64, extending their Olympic winning streak to 60 games since the 1992 Barcelona Games. Breanna Stewart led the Americans with 16 points, Jackie Young added 13 in her second start, and A’ja Wilson contributed 10 points, eight rebounds, and four blocks. Kahleah Copper, who has seen limited play, scored 11 points off the bench. The U.S. will face host France in the gold-medal game on Sunday. France earned their spot after a dramatic 81-75 overtime victory against Belgium, overcoming a 15-point deficit. This upcoming match will be a significant challenge for the U.S., who have maintained an unbeaten record in Olympic women’s basketball since 1992.
FRANCE DEFEATS BELGIUM IN OT TO HEAD TO THE WOMEN'S BASKETBALL GOLD MEDAL GAME 🇫🇷
USA vs. France will be the matchup for both men's & women's gold medal games 🔥🍿 pic.twitter.com/0xN0UKOCQC
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) August 9, 2024
Imane Khelif wins Olympic boxing gold after conversations her sexuality.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif triumphed over China’s Yang Liu in the 66kg gold medal bout at the Paris Summer Olympics on Friday, with all five judges scoring each round 10-9 in her favour. Despite facing significant controversy and allegations from the International Boxing Association (IBA) which has been excluded from the Olympic movement questioning her eligibility in the women’s category, Khelif stood firm. Addressing the media after her victory, Khelif addressed the contentious issue surrounding her gender and sexuality, asserting, “I am fully qualified to take part in this competition. I am a woman like any other woman. I was born a woman, lived as a woman, and competed as a woman. There’s no doubt about that.”
IMANE KHELIF IS AN OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST! 🥇👏#paris2024 pic.twitter.com/U0Mqe1Su94
— Eurosport (@eurosport) August 9, 2024
Pedro Neto set to make €63 million move to Chelsea from Wolves.
Portuguese winger, Neto is poised to leave Wolves for Chelsea, with negotiations at an advanced stage. The 24-year-old international is set to join the Blues for £54m (€63m) and will soon undergo a medical. Chelsea, eager to strengthen their squad with another winger, have prioritized Neto following his impressive season where he scored three goals and provided 11 assists in just 24 games. However, his frequent injuries, having missed 18 matches last season and a total of 102 games over the past four years, raise concerns. Neto will become Chelsea’s tenth signing of the summer, joining Tosin Adarabioyo, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Filip Jorgensen, Omari Kellyman, Aaron Anselmino, Renato Veiga, Caleb Wiley, and Marc Guiu. Currently, Chelsea is the Premier League’s biggest spender.
🚨🔵 Pedro Neto to Chelsea, here we go! Wolves accept bid worth €60m fixed fee plus €3m add-ons as almost matches initial price tag.
Neto’s agent Mendes has agreed on personal terms with Chelsea.
Medical tests booked for Pedro at #CFC with Wolves keen on Ajax’s Carlos Forbes. pic.twitter.com/mrWt3Y4WFn
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 9, 2024
Pep Guardiola gives a condition for Manchester City signing this summer.
Following Julián Álvarez’s transfer to Atletico Madrid for up to £82 million, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has disclosed that a new striker would be signed. At a press conference before the Community Shield clash with Manchester United, he said, “We will see until the end of the market if we really need a striker to be a back-up for Erling… Erling is not going to play all the games with the schedule we have ahead of us, so you have to think about it”. He however emphasized that the Premier League champions will avoid paying excessive fees for new signings. Guardiola stated that City is willing to wait until the end of August to acquire a new midfielder but will not be pressured into paying inflated prices. With an abundance of talent in attacking positions, City’s current priority is a defensively skilled midfielder to complement Rodri. However, Pep Guardiola is prepared to not overpay for any of their transfer targets. Highlighting the club’s stance, Guardiola said, “If we need someone, the price must be right; otherwise, it’s not worth it.”
🔵👀 Pep Guardiola on signing new striker:"We will see until the end of the market if we really need a striker to be a back-up for Erling…".
"Erling is not going to play all the games with the schedule we have ahead of us, so you have to think about it". pic.twitter.com/LZQKCR8vHE
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 10, 2024
Spain secures thrilling 5-3 win over France to win Olympic gold medal.
In an all-round thrilling match which drifted into penalties, Spain clinched the gold medal, defeating France 5-3 in the men’s soccer final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The match started with Enzo Millot putting France ahead in the 11th minute, but Spain equalized quickly with a goal from Fermín López. Lopez added a second goal in the 25th minute, and Álex Baena scored a spectacular free kick to give Spain a 3-1 lead. France’s Maghnes Akliouche reduced the deficit to 3-2 before Jean-Philippe Mateta converted a penalty in stoppage time to make it 3-3. In extra time, Sergio Camello scored twice to secure Spain’s gold medal win.
FT: France 3-5 Spain.
SPAIN ARE THE OLYMPIC CHAMPIONS!!! 🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🥇🥇🥇 pic.twitter.com/SApzD5yHQZ
— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) August 9, 2024