Mohammedan Sporting Club started their I-League 2023-24 campaign with a 2-1 win over Aizawl FC at Naihati Stadium.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:29 PM
First points on the board for Kolkata Maidan giants. They defeat Aizawl FC by 2-1 at Naihati Stadium to kick-off their I-League 2023-24 campaign. Goals from Samuel and Alexis were good enough for the home team to go away with full three points.
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Oct 29, 2023, 3:27 PM
David tried to in between the legs of Vanlal, but again, the goal keeper was alert to make the save inside the box.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:25 PM
8 minutes are added to the full 90 minutes.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:20 PM
A free-kick for Aizawl FC nearly had converted into a goal. Amawia's free-kick and Gustavo's header hit the bar post to deny the equaliser for Aizawl FC.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:14 PM
Gustavo recieves the third yellow card of the match and Mohammedan seems to be cruising here against Aizawl FC.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:06 PM
Second yellow of the match as Samuel tried to stop Amawia from behind.
Oct 29, 2023, 3:01 PM
David is making all the moves right after coming to the pitch. Mohammendan are not letting the foot go away from the accelerator. Vanlal makes two back-to-back saves to first deny Kasimov and then David to keep it 2-1.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:54 PM
The hero of CFL and Durand Cup, David Lalhlansanga comes in for Mohammedan Sporting Club replacing Prince.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:53 PM
Remsanga's pass had found Prince on the left who missed the target completely to disappoint the fans.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:45 PM
Looks like an ankle injury to the Serbian defender. He had to leave the field, Gustavo comes in for him as a replacement.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:42 PM
Prince Agyemang nearly had made it 3-1 for MSDC as Vanlal saved his shot from inside the box. Remsanga provided the delicious cross from Prince to capitalise from the right.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:40 PM
KC Valpuia comes in for Aizawl FC replacing Augustine.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:38 PM
Mohammedan defender Kasimov is injured while battling out a ball against Mafela.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:35 PM
Second half resumes at Naihati Stadium.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:20 PM
Mohammedan Sporting Club with the 2-1 lead after ther first 45 minutes at Naihati Stadium against Aizawl FC.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:16 PM
3 minutes are added to the first half at Naihati Stadium.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:15 PM
Joseph had given away a chance to Mafeal to run away from him with the ball, 30 yards from the goal. However, his legs did not have the gas to take the ball into the box and then do something attractive. Joseph meanwhile had the time to chase him and take the ball away from him.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:10 PM
Mohammedan Sporting looking to hold their position as Aizawl FC look to build up their attack. But, Dettol, Joseph and Samad are doing enough to challenge those buildups.
Oct 29, 2023, 2:02 PM
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Another goal for Mohammedan Sporting Club. A mistake from Ramsanga who had given the ball away to Angou. Angou then provided a pass to Alexis who curved the ball in past Vanlal for Mohammedan's second goal of the match.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:56 PM
Rempuia could have provided Aizwal FC with their second goal. Rempuia received the cross from Rinzuala from right. However, Samad was there to make the interception.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:56 PM
Mohammedan looking to capitalise on anything given away by Aizawl FC. Samuel started the attack however, Alexis' shot was not on target.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:46 PM
Aizawl FC equalise and makes a comeback in the game. Free-kick from Amawia and Rinzuala was there to receive the ball, unmarked. Although, he could not receive the ball properly, it ball went straight to Mafela who made a turn and netted the ball for the equaliser.
Not sure how two players were unmarked inside the box. But, Aizwal took the advantage to score their first goal of the match.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:40 PM
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Early goal for Mohammedan Sporting Club. A short corner from Alexis Gomez to Samuel Lalmuanpuia who curves the ball to the back of the net. Brilliant right-footed shot from outside the box. Vanlal could have done better as a goalkeeper but was not good enough to stop the ball.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:38 PM
Remsanga looked threatening with the ball from the right side. Remsanga was quick enough to go past the defender and then provide a quick cross towards Angousana, but he could not receive the ball properly for the first goal of the match.
Oct 29, 2023, 1:23 PM
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Oct 29, 2023, 1:18 PM
Mohammedan Sporting Club: Padam Chhetri, Dettol, Kasimov, Prince, Alexis, Angou, Adinga, Samad, Samuel, Adjei, Remsanga
Aizawl FC: Vanlal, Munez, Amawia, Mafela, Ramsanga, Lalrinzuala, Rempuia, Joseph, Augustine, Ivan, Hrezuala
Oct 29, 2023, 1:09 PM
Calcutta Football League champions Mohammedan Sporting Club to start their I-League 2023-24 campaign against Aizawl FC at Naihati Sporting Club. Mohammedan, who did not had a great campaign in their last season, will be looking forward to start this season on a high note.
Meanwhile, 2016-17 I-League winner Aizawl FC would be looking to add another feather to their crown in this season. David Lalhalsanga, who is a former Aizawl FC player, would be a player to watch out for Mohammedan Sporting Club.
Lamine Yamal has again broke into the headlines by scoring an injury-time winner for Barcelona against Atletico Madrid last night. Is he already the best 17-year-old footballer ever?
Mar 17, 2025, 5:27 PM•6 min read
Lamine Yamal, the Barcelona Starkid has yet again shown his prowess during FC Barcelona's LaLiga 2024-25 encounter against Atletico Madrid last night.
The 17-year-old Spanish forward scored a winner for Barcelona in the second minute of injury time to hand a crucial three points to the Catalan giants.
AURA.
— Sportz Point (@sportz_point) March 16, 2025
17 year-old Lamine Yamal doing things that only legends have done in their prime!
A goal in the added time to hand Barcelona full points against Atletico Madrid! #LamineYamal #FCBarcelona pic.twitter.com/UiShcXsGCe
Barcelona proceeded to win the match 4-2 over Atletico, and Lamine was named Man of the Match for his outstanding performance throughout the game.
However, just as quite a few times before, Lamine Yamal has broken the headlines and is already considered the best footballer in the world by many.
Lamine Yamal's 11 career goals are now tied for the most by a player before turning 18 years old in LALIGA history 😲
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) March 16, 2025
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At the age of 17, Lamine Yamal already holds some prestigious silverware, team achievements, and personal accolades. Compared to the renowned footballers who stormed into the headlines while being at the age of 17, Lamine has been showing immense potential day in and out for FC Barcelona and Spain.
Convincingly, Lamine is frequently compared to the footballers who started to prove their potential at the young age of 17, footballers who went on to be all-time greats such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, or Neymar Jr.
This article delves into the discourse of whether Lamine Yamal is the best 17-year-old footballer ever.
When compared to the greatests to ever grace football, Lamine Yamal possesses some outstanding numbers and accolades than Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo when they were aged 17.
According to FOX Sports, here are his stats compared to Messi and Ronaldo's by their age 17 seasons, accounting till March 17, 2025.
| Player | Club | Apps. | Goals | Assists | Country | Apps. | Goals | Assists |
| Lamine Yamal | FC Barcelona | 89 | 20 | 24 | Spain | 17 | 3 | 8 |
| Lionel Messi | FC Barcelona | 9 | 1 | 0 | Argentina | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Cristiano Ronaldo | Sporting CP | 31 | 5 | 6 | Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Lamine Yamal is DIFFERENT. 🇪🇸⭐️
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) March 11, 2025
Here are his stats compared to Messi and Ronaldo's by their age 17 seasons 👀 pic.twitter.com/w5ybqKdIrX
So, by the age 17 season, Lamine Yamal has already overtaken Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo in terms of stats and importance in the first-team squad for their respective clubs.
Lamine's international career is even more impressive, whereas Messi and Ronaldo both got their national call-ups at the age of 18. On the contrary, Lamine has already won the Euros with Spain at the age of 16, proving himself crucial for the senior Spanish national football team as well.
Here are Lamine's personal and team achievements in Club football for Barcelona so far:
Here are the personal and team achievements of Lamine for Spain:
Along with the numbers and accolades, Lamine already holds some breathtaking record to his name records, which can be felt unbelievable considering his age.
Here are the major records the Barcelona youngster is currently holding:
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Record Set |
Age at Time of Record |
Date |
Opponent |
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Youngest Player to Start a La Liga Game in the 21st Century |
16 years and 38 days |
20/08/2023 |
Cadiz |
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Youngest Player to Provide a La Liga Assist in the 21st Century |
16 years and 45 days |
27/08/2023 |
Villarreal |
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Youngest Debutant and Scorer for Spain |
16 years and 57 days |
08/09/2023 |
Georgia |
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Youngest Barcelona Debutant in the Champions League |
16 years and 68 days |
19/09/2023 |
Royal Antwerp |
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Youngest Champions League Starter |
16 years and 83 days |
04/10/2023 |
Porto |
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Youngest La Liga (and Barcelona) Goalscorer |
16 years and 87 days |
08/10/2023 |
Granada |
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Youngest player to score a brace in La Liga |
16 years and 213 days |
12/02/2024 |
Granada |
|
Youngest Player to Play in El Clasico |
16 years and 107 days |
28/10/2023 |
Real Madrid |
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Youngest Assist Provider in the Champions League |
16 years and 153 days |
13/12/2023 |
Royal Antwerp |
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Youngest Player to Make 50 Appearances for Barcelona |
16 years and 311 days |
19/05/2024 |
Rayo Vallecano |
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Youngest Assist Provider and Goalscorer in the Euros |
16 years and 339 days, 16 years and 362 days |
15/06/2024 and 09/07/2024 |
Croatia and France |
|
Youngest Winner Of, and Player In, a Euros Final |
17 years and 1 day |
14/07/2024 |
England |
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Youngest El Clasico Goalscorer |
17 years and 105 days |
26/10/2024 |
Real Madrid |
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Youngest player to score in Copa del Rey |
16 years and 195 days |
25/01/2024 |
Athletic Bilbao |
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Youngest player to score in Spanish Super Cup |
16 years and 182 days |
12/01/2024 |
Osasuna |
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Youngest player to score and assist in a single Champions League match |
17 years 241 days |
12/03/2025 |
Benfica |
There are plenty of other achievements in different awards, and nominations that Lamine has earned by this age.
To add more context, at the age of 17, Neymar Jr. was taking Brazil by storm while playing for Santos; whereas Kylian Mbappe just emerged as a generational talent while playing for Monaco.
Whenever Lamine Yamal steps onto the pitch, he definitely plays like one of the best footballers in the world. This is no longer an exaggerated claim that Yamal played a crucial role in helping Barcelona reach the Champions League quarterfinals this season.
Lamine has consistently performed at a high level for over a year now. He showcased his talent at the Euros and has made an impact all across Spain. Since last February, he has contributed to 45 goals for both club and country. Remember, he is only 17!
His trajectory resembles that of Lionel Messi. However, this doesn't guarantee that he will equal Messi's achievements because football careers are rarely linear and injuries can inflict challenges. Still, it isn't far-fetched to say that he has the potential to enter the club of all-time greats at the oblivion of his career.
Convincingly, Lamine Yamal has already established himself as the best 17-year-old footballer in history. Barcelona fans are seemingly very optimistic about his future and look forward to a remarkable career ahead for this young talent.
There have been many great batsmen in the IPL who have hit a lot of sixes so far. There are some batsmen who are no longer a part of this league and some are playing in it. Let's talk about the top 10 batsmen who have hit the most sixes in IPL.
The 18th season of the IPL will begin from March 22 and once again a fierce battle between bat and ball will be witnessed in this league. Everyone's eyes will be on who hits the most sixes this season, but let us tell you about which batsman has hit the most sixes in the last 17 seasons of IPL so far.
There have been many great batsmen in the IPL who have hit a lot of sixes so far. There are some batsmen who are no longer a part of this league and some are playing in it and they can go higher in this list.
Also Read: Most runs in IPL since 2018
Let's talk about the top 10 batsmen who have hit the most sixes in IPL so far, which also includes many Indians.
Mr. IPL, Suresh Raina grabs the tenth position in this elite list. The southpaw has 203 sixes in 200 IPL innings. He takes around 19.91 deliveries for every six.
He is only among ten batters to hit 200+ maximums in the league. Raina has accumulated 5528 runs at an average of 32.51 and a strike rate of 136.73. He also has 39 fifties and a century in the league.
The captain of Rajasthan Royals (RR), Sanju Samson is the ninth batter to find a spot in this list. He has 206 six in 163 IPL innings. On average, he hits a six every 15.43 balls in the league.
Overall, Samson has 4419 runs at an average of 30.68 and a strike rate of 138.96. He also has 25 fifties and three centuries. Samson will also step up to this list and add more to his tally in the upcoming edition.
Among the most fearsome batters in the history of the league, Andre Russell’s name is no surprise. Russell’s association with six-hitting is well known. He has amassed 209 maximums at an unbelievable 6.79 balls-per-maximum ratio.
The Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder has 2484 runs at an average of 29.22 and a strike rate of 174.92 in 105 IPL innings. He also has 11 fifties to his name.
Russell had even hit 11 sixes during 2018 in an innings against Chennai Super Kings.
Kieron Pollard, a powerhouse in the middle order for Mumbai Indians, comes seventh in this list with 223 sixes. The former West Indies all-rounder played several memorable knocks for the Mumbai Indians in the 189 matches that he played for them.
Pollard was known for depositing the ball back into the stands and did so quite frequently in the league. His ability to change the course of a game in a few overs has made him one of the most dangerous finishers in IPL history.
He has 3412 runs at an average of 28.67 and a strike rate of 147.32. Further, Pollard has also hit 16 fifties in the league.
David Warner has hit 236 sixes in his IPL career. The former Australia batter has played a total of 184 matches in IPL, featuring for the Sunrisers Hyderabad and Delhi Capitals.
Warner has a terrific record in the league and was known for hitting big shots throughout his successful career in the league. His aggressive start at the top often sets the tone for his team's innings.
Warner has scored 6565 runs at an average of 40.52 and a strike rate of 139.77 in 184 innings. He also has 62 boundaries and four maximums.
However, Warner went unsold in the IPL 2025 mega-auction.
AB de Villiers finished his IPL career with 251 sixes and he is the fifth highest six-hitter in the T20 league. de Villiers retired from the T20 league after IPL 2021. He had a long stint with RCB.
AB started his IPL career with Delhi Capitals (then known as Delhi Daredevils). He joined RCB in the IPL 2011 mega-auction and was retained by them in 2014 and 2018. de Villiers never captained RCB.
Overall, the Proteas batter has 5162 runs at an average of 39.70 and a strike rate of 151.68. Further, he also has 40 fifties and three centuries.
Also Read: IPL Facts: Which player has lost the most games in IPL history?
MS Dhoni sits at the fourth spot in the list of batsmen with most sixes in IPL. The former Indian skipper has 252 sixes of 264 matches in this cash rich league.
Dhoni started his IPL career with Chennai Super Kings. He also played for Rising Pune Supergiant in IPL 2016 and 2017.
Overall, Dhoni has 5243 runs at an average of 39.12 and a 137.53 strike rate. Further, he also has 24 fifties in the league.
Dhoni will make his on-field return in IPL 2025. CSK retained Dhoni in the uncapped category for Rs 4 crore. He will continue to play under Ruturaj Gaikwad.
Dhoni captained CSK to five IPL title wins before stepping down.
Rohit Sharma is followed by Virat Kohli. The IPL legend sits at the third spot with 272 sixes in 252 matches. One of Virat and Rohit can become the first Indian to hit 300 sixes in IPL.
Virat also holds the record for playing for the same franchise, RCB, in every IPL season and while doing so, he has scored more than 8000 runs at an average of 38.66 and a strike rate of 131.97. Further, he also has 55 boundaries and eight maximums. He is also the leading run-scorer in the league
Kohli started his career as a rookie and is now the biggest star in the T20 league. He will play under Rajat Patidar's captaincy in RCB for IPL 2025.
Indian team captain Rohit Sharma sits at the second spot in this list. The right-handed batsman has cleared the ropes 280 times in 257 matches. Rohit has been a regular in IPL since the league's inception.
Rohit started his IPL career with Deccan Chargers. He joined Mumbai Indians in the IPL 2011 mega-auction and has been with them since then.
Rohit captained MI to 5 IPL title wins. He now plays under Hardik Pandya's captaincy.
Rohit has also been a prolific run-scorer, with 6628 runs at an average of 29.72 and a strike rate of 131.14, including 43 half-centuries and two centuries.
Chris Gayle tops the list of batsmen with most sixes in IPL history. The left-handed batsman finished his IPL career with 357 big hits at a sixes-per-match ratio of 2.53 in the league. No other batsman has managed to hit more than 300 sixes in this T20 league.
Gayle started his IPL career with Kolkata Knight Riders. After going unsold in the IPL 2011 mega-auction, Gayle joined RCB as a replacement player and had a memorable stint with them. He also played for Punjab Kings from IPL 2018 to 2021.
Overall, Gayle has scored 4965 runs at an average of 39.72 and a strike rate of 148.96, including 31 fifties and six centuries in IPL.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has become the first English manager in 17 years to lift a major trophy following Newcastle's Carabao Cup victory against Liverpool last night.
Mar 17, 2025, 10:55 AM•5 min read
Eddie Howe has become the first English manager to lift a major trophy in men's football since the year 2008.
The 47-year-old manager has paved Newcastle United’s way to a major domestic trophy, as the Magpies salvaged a deserved 2-1 victory against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup Final last night.
𝐂.𝐇.𝐀.𝐌.𝐏.𝐈.𝐎.𝐍.𝐒 🏆
— Sportz Point (@sportz_point) March 16, 2025
Newcastle United lift a domestic title for the first time in 70 years!
They beat Liverpool FC to clinch the Carabao Cup 2024-25!
Congrats, Newcastle United!#NewcastleUnited #CarabaoCupFinal #CarabaoCup #LiverpoolFC pic.twitter.com/RUfDu2zNhj
The Newcastle United manager has touched the silverware to be only the first English manager to lift a major trophy in Men’s football since Harry Redknapp led Portsmouth to win the FA Cup in 2008.
Eddie Howe is the first Englishman to win a major domestic trophy in England since Harry Redknapp won the FA Cup with Portsmouth in 2008. pic.twitter.com/wTJLF6fykH
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) March 16, 2025
After 17 years, the drought has finally been broken by Eddie, who expressed that he will “certainly won’t” forget this, stating the fact that Newcastle has won a major domestic trophy in 70 years.
With such a long wait for a trophy, this will be a day that I’m sure everyone will never forget,
In this article, we discuss the last English managers to lift each of the major honours available in men’s football, before Eddie Howe lifted the Carabao Cup last night.
Harry Redknapp was the last English manager to win one of the major domestic men's football titles when he led Portsmouth to FA Cup victory in 2008.
The team's triumph was secured by Nigeria striker Nwankwo Kanu, who scored the only goal in a 1-0 win against Cardiff City in the Final.
🎥 "It was full of good players, that team, and it was a fantastic time" 🏆
— Portsmouth FC (@Pompey) May 17, 2018
🔟 years on from #Pompey's FA Cup win in 2008, manager that day Harry Redknapp recalls the Blues' fairytale run to the final, which culminated in a 1-0 win over Cardiff at Wembley Stadium ⬇️ pic.twitter.com/8rJ0ZW58ha
Steve McClaren led Middlesbrough to the first major trophy in the club’s history when they defeated Bolton Wanderers to win the 2004 EFL Cup, which was known as the Carling Cup at the time.
Joseph-Desire Job scored an early goal, and Bolo Zenden converted a penalty, putting Middlesbrough ahead 2-0 within the first seven minutes at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium.
Although Kevin Davies managed to pull one back for the Sam Allardyce-coached Bolton side, the Teessiders held on to secure the victory.
Middlesbrough players celebrate with manager Steve McClaren after their victory over Bolton Wanderers in the Carling Cup Final match between Bolton Wanderers and Middlesbrough at The Millennium Stadium (2004) pic.twitter.com/Q44rCDLUyd
— Great British Getty Images (@shitbritishpics) February 25, 2024
No English manager has won the Premier League title; however, Scottish manager Sir Alex Ferguson achieved this remarkable feat 13 times. The last English manager to lead a championship-winning team was Howard Wilkinson, who did so in the final season of the old First Division.
Wilkinson’s Leeds United secured the title by defeating Sheffield United 3-2 on the penultimate weekend of the 1991-92 season. Meanwhile, Manchester United, managed by Ferguson at that time, lost 2-0 to Liverpool. Ultimately, Leeds topped the table, finishing four points ahead of Manchester United.
#ManagerMonday Howard Wilkinson
— 80s&90sFootball ⚽ (@80s90sfootball) March 27, 2023
To coincide with the release of 1992 - The Birth of Modern Football by @rob_fletcher_
'Sgt Wilko' won the last 1st Division Championship with Leeds United in 1992 and is still the last Englishman to win the top flight league title in England pic.twitter.com/XLZVVL6YjC
Although domestic success has been limited for English managers, achieving glory in European competitions has been even more challenging.
The last major European triumph for an Englishman came under the guidance of the legendary Sir Bobby Robson, who led FC Barcelona to victory in the UEFA European Cup Winners' Cup in 1997. Ronaldo secured the win with a penalty, resulting in a 1-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the final.
Sir Bobby Robson, Ronaldo and José Mourinho after winning the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1997. pic.twitter.com/XMGY24l9ff
— 90s Football (@90sfootball) March 9, 2023
Although no manager has yet won the Champions League, Joe Fagan is the most recent winner of the tournament's predecessor, the European Cup in 1984.
Fagan succeeded Bob Paisley as the manager of Liverpool during the summer of 1983. He watched from the sidelines as Alan Kennedy scored the decisive penalty in a shootout victory against AS Roma in the Italian capital, marking Liverpool's fourth triumph in the European Cup in seven years.
#OnThisDay 4️⃣0️⃣ years ago...
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 30, 2024
Fagan's Reds beat Roma in their own backyard to confirm European Cup number 4 🏆🏆🏆🏆 pic.twitter.com/nRTCh3yAdg
Manager Keith Burkinshaw secured the UEFA Cup, the predecessor of the Europa League, with Tottenham in the 1984 season.
Tottenham had drawn 1-1 against Anderlecht in the first leg in Brussels. In the return leg, captain Graham Roberts scored a late equalizer to end the match 2-2 after extra time.
The Spurs went on to win the trophy by securing a 4-3 victory in the shootout, as Goalkeeper Tony Parks saved a penalty from Anderlecht's Arnor Gudjohnsen.
PARKS SAVES! We’ve won the 1984 UEFA Cup! #TheLaneTheFinale
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 11, 2017
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Newcastle United clinched the 2025 Carabao Cup, ending a 70-year domestic trophy drought with a 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Wembley Stadium. Discover the 10 unforgettable records that defined their remarkable journey to glory.
Newcastle United has won their first domestic silverware in 70 years after beating Liverpool 2-1 in the EFL Cup final at the Wembley Stadium. Newcastle United arrived at Wembley for the Carabao Cup final determined to end football's longest-ever trophy droughts, with no success in any competition since the 1969 Inter-Cities Fair Cup triumph.
From the start of the game, Eddie Howe's managed side was superior to Liverpool. The deadlock was broken just before half-time by Dan Burn. Liverpool was beyond poor in the first half. Alexander Isak doubled Newcastle's lead after a minute before his goal ruled out.
Federico Chiesa scored a consolation goal in the dying minutes. But Newcastle's defense held on to secure an emotional victory. Here are the 10 records created by Newcastle United in the Carabao Cup 2025 triumph.
GOOD MORNING! 😍 pic.twitter.com/pCqxLC3Sfl
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) March 17, 2025
WE ARE NEWCASTLE UNITED
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) March 16, 2025
CARABAO CUP WINNERS#wedontdoquiet pic.twitter.com/83eJqEr3gb
Newcastle United's starting XI contained five different players aged 30 or older, with the average age of the side 29 years 13 days, the oldest by a side in a cup final since Manchester City in 2018.
Dan Burn became the first Newcastle player to score a goal in a major domestic League Cup final since Alana Gowling netted against Manchester City in the 1976 League Cup final.
Dan Burn (32years) is the third oldest Englishmen to score in a League Cup final, after Stoke City's Geroge Eastham in 1972 (35years) and John Terry for Chelsea in 2015 (34years)
Dan Burn was also the first Newcastle Player to score a competitive goal at Wembley Stadium since Rob Lee in April 2000.
Liverpool did not attempt a single touch of the ball in the Newcastle box or a shot in the League Cup final until three minutes into the first half added time.
Jacob Murphy has assisted Alexander Isak eight times for Newcastle this season; the most by any Premier League player for teammates across all competitions.
They have become the 24th different winners of the Carabao Cup since the tournament's inception in 1960.
Newcastle United has won their first piece of domestic silverware since 1955. It will be a night to remember.
Alexander Isak celebrated his 100th Newcastle appearance with the 58th goal for the club. Without any question, the goal was the decider.
Newcastle United has secured European football next season, as they secured UEFA Conference League by winning the Carabao Cup.
Catch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 highlights as a brace from Ferran Torres and an added time goal from Lamine Yamal helped Barcelona win by 4-2 and climb the top of the points table.
Hello and welcome to another live coverage of Sportz Point. Tonight we will be bringing you live updates of the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match at Metropolitano.
this match probably holds the most important three points in this season's race for the Spanish League Championship. Barcelona Are just one point ahead of Atletico Madrid and a win for them might fix their position at the top of the La Liga table.
Meantime a win for Atletico Madrid would push them to the title race again and force Barcelona to slip down to number three in the points table with Real Madrid staying at the top after their win against Villarreal CF.
This is Koushik Biswas, with all the updates, stats, news and commentary of one of the most important matches of the season for you. Sit back and relax. Enjoy the coverage.
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In the end, Barcelona got what they were looking for. With nearly 11 games to go for them, they climb back to the top of the table with 60 points.
They are now equal with Real Madrid but they have a far better goal difference to be at the top.
It was a perfect start for Atletico Madrid with a goal from Julian Alvarez in the first half and from Sorloth in the second half. They crowded the box and defended with the whole team but a team like Barcelona are always tough to the restricted like that.
Inigo Martinez and Pedri alongside Kounde were superb for Barcelona as they kept the team calm even after going down.
Lewandowski scored the first one for them with a cool head and Ferran Torres then came from the bench to score the equaliser.
Lamine Yamal then produced a clutch finish in the added time while Torres scored his second to put an end to the coffin.
Thank you to everyone who stayed up late for the match. I hope you enjoyed the game and the coverage. This is Koushik Biswas, saying you good night. See you in the next game.
Mar 16, 2025, 10:34 PM
Cool heads, cold finish 🧊 pic.twitter.com/OUVOH3SYOY
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 10:30 PM
BETTER LATE THAN NEVER! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/KHa7j8vilw
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 10:30 PM
What happened? #AtletiBarça | #LaLigaHighlights pic.twitter.com/swZiAdhPH8
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 10:18 PM
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | DIFF | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 27 | 19 | 3 | 5 | +48 | 60 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 28 | 18 | 6 | 4 | +32 | 60 |
| 3 | Atl. Madrid | 28 | 16 | 8 | 4 | +24 | 56 |
| 4 | Athletic Club | 28 | 14 | 10 | 4 | +22 | 52 |
| 5 | Villarreal | 27 | 12 | 8 | 7 | +11 | 44 |
| 6 | Real Betis | 28 | 12 | 8 | 8 | +3 | 44 |
| 7 | Mallorca | 28 | 11 | 7 | 10 | -6 | 40 |
| 8 | Celta | 28 | 11 | 6 | 11 | 0 | 39 |
| 9 | Rayo Vallecano | 28 | 9 | 10 | 9 | 0 | 37 |
| 10 | Getafe | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | +2 | 36 |
| 11 | Sevilla | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | -5 | 36 |
| 12 | Real Sociedad | 28 | 10 | 5 | 13 | -5 | 35 |
| 13 | Girona | 28 | 9 | 7 | 12 | -5 | 34 |
| 14 | Osasuna | 27 | 7 | 12 | 8 | -6 | 33 |
| 15 | Espanyol | 27 | 7 | 7 | 13 | -13 | 28 |
| 16 | Valencia | 28 | 6 | 10 | 12 | -15 | 28 |
| 17 | Alavés | 28 | 6 | 9 | 13 | -10 | 27 |
| 18 | Leganés | 28 | 6 | 9 | 13 | -17 | 27 |
| 19 | Las Palmas | 28 | 6 | 7 | 15 | -15 | 25 |
| 20 | Real Valladolid | 28 | 4 | 4 | 20 | -45 | 16 |
Mar 16, 2025, 10:02 PM
WHAT A COMEBACK!!
— Sportz Point (@sportz_point) March 16, 2025
Barcelona were trailing by 0-2 till the 72nd minute and then they made a comeback to win the game by 2-4!
Outstanding!
They have now moved to the top of La Liga with 60 points!#AtelticoBarca #AtleticoMadridBarca #AtleticoVsBarca #FCBarcelona #LamineYamal pic.twitter.com/R4WOA11tua
Mar 16, 2025, 10:02 PM
Ferran Torres puts an end to the coffin.
He gets a brace and that will be it for Barcelona.
Torres fins the back of the net with a right-footed shot from the edge of the box.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:59 PM
Chance for Atleitco but Barcelona defenders cleared it for a corner.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:56 PM
As we were saying, there will be late drama.
Lamine Yamal does it for Barcelona.
Yamal's left-footed shot got a slight deflection and went straight into the goal. Oblak could not do anything to it.
He gets a yellow card for taking off his shirt.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:55 PM
6 minutes of injury time added.
Enough time for goals.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:54 PM
Lewandowski let the ball go away to Lewandowski and Sotloth had the chance to shoot with his left foot from the edge of the box.
But, he slipped and missed the chance.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:50 PM
Riquelme replaces Griezmann.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:50 PM
OFF: Kounde
ON: Araujo
Mar 16, 2025, 9:48 PM
This fixture has seen a few late dramas in the last few seasons.
Will we see another one?
Meantime, Barcelona are preparing a few subs.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:43 PM
Another chance for Sorloth to score.
But, he sends it wide.
Simione us on the ground after the miss.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:42 PM
Barcelona are back at it.
Ferran Torres heads the ball inside the goal from an accurate cross from Raphinha.
ATM 2-2 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 9:42 PM
There was a handball by Rodrigo de paul before Sorloth's goal.
— Barça Universal (@BarcaUniversal) March 16, 2025
The VAR did not check it! pic.twitter.com/phujOW5ymM
Mar 16, 2025, 9:41 PM
Alexander Sorloth has scored more goals 🆚 Barcelona than against any other opponent in his career 🇳🇴⚽️
— LiveScore (@livescore) March 16, 2025
Their nemesis 😤 pic.twitter.com/FDrZ9FALeN
Mar 16, 2025, 9:40 PM
Lamine Yamal curls one in from the left but it goes straight to the hands of Oblak.
Easy save.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:37 PM
Barcelona with a perfect reply.
Inigo Martinez with a cross. Lewandowski chest trapped the ball down and shot the ball inside the goal with a left-footed volley.
Goal No. 22 for Lewandowski in La Liga this season.
ATM 2-1 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 9:35 PM
This is the sixth straight goal for Sorloth against FC Barcelona. Gallagher with the counterattack and cross for Sorloth to tap the ball inside the goal.
A VAR check was down to check a potential handball on De Paul before the attack.
But, the goal stays.
ATM 2-0 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 9:32 PM
We won't back down. pic.twitter.com/FXSEdpzQgo
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 9:31 PM
🔄 Substitutions
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
→🟢 Eric, Ferran
←🔴 Olmo, Casadó#AtletiBarça pic.twitter.com/Cm8m1VoBxf
Mar 16, 2025, 9:30 PM
Barcelona are now trying to outthink Atletico Madrid.
A quick corner nearly opened a chance for them. But, Le Normand was there to do the job for Atletico Madrid.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:28 PM
Yellow card for Balde who took it for the team while trying to stop Simione on the byline.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:27 PM
Barcelona have been trying hard to break in but they are looking so much comfortable in that position where they are defending with everyone.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:23 PM
In: Gallagher, Sorloth
Out: Lino, Julian Alvarez
Mar 16, 2025, 9:23 PM
Popped up ball from Yamal for Lewandowski to head the ball inside the goal.
However, the ball was too long for him to control.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:22 PM
Atletico are defending with all of their players and Barcelona are finding it hard to go close to Oblak.
Yamal earlier had the chance to shoot from close range but he decided to pass it to Dani Olmo.
The pass was not accurate though.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:19 PM
Le Normand stopped a counterattack from Barcelona as he fouled and brought down Lewandowski in the middle.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:17 PM
Raphinha with a cross and Lewandowski could not be at the end of it as Barcelona won another corner.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:16 PM
Again Atletico Madrid nearly made Barcelona pay off in the counterattack.
Julian Alvarez was running away with the ball and once was in front of Kounde.
But, before the Argentine could send the final pass, Kounde intercepted and cleared it out for a corner.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:14 PM
Dani Omo tapped the ball down for Lamine Yamal to take the ball inside the box. But his effort with the left foot missed the goal by a metre.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:12 PM
Cubarsi with a threading pass to find Pedri inside the box.
But the midfielder was marked down well and it was also too long for him.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:10 PM
Good start to the second half for them as Pedri wins and sends the corner for Baarcelona.
Mar 16, 2025, 9:09 PM
No changes from either team as we come from the break.
Barcelona start the second half.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:52 PM
70000 present at the ground would be delighted to see their team leave the field with a 1-0 goal lead.
Barcelona had the possession but Atletico defended well to give themselves a chance to score with a counterattack.
Julian Alvarez, the goal scorer for Atletico Madrid.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:50 PM
Atletico Madrid breaks the deadlock.
A long ball from Oblak initiated the attack and Griezmann's cross found Simione on the right.
Simeone's cutback found Julian Alvarez in the middle and the Argentine striker side-footed the ball past Szczęsny for the first goal of the night.
ATM 1-0 FCB
Mar 16, 2025, 8:47 PM
This is the best chance of the match so far.
Pedri with a solid pass for Lewandowski.
But, Lewandowski made it tough for himself after a poor first touch.
He sends it over the crossbar.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:45 PM
Atletico Madrid have been able to mark Lewandowski down.
Raphinha's threaded pass from the Polish striker could have created a chance for Barcelona.
But the defensive line has marked him down so well that he did not have enough space to work with that ball.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:43 PM
Yamal is brought down by Lino, again. No card though for the Atletico Madrid player.
Yamal has been targeted by Atletico Madrid so far in the match.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:39 PM
Yellow card for Mandava for a foul on Lamine Yamal, who was trying to make a quick run on the right flank.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:39 PM
🐐 Oblak equals Tomás Reñones as the third Atleti player with the most official games played in the history of our club! pic.twitter.com/9WWvpZLIL0
— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 8:38 PM
💚 𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗖̧𝗔 𝗕𝗔𝗥𝗖̧𝗔 💚 pic.twitter.com/A5HnXsAnU0
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 8:37 PM
Good pass from Olmo to find Lewandowski at the tip of the box.
But, after a poor first touch, Lewandowski lost the ball to Le Normand.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:35 PM
Raphinha did not go at the goal directly but popped the ball up for Pedri to head the ball into the goal.
But, the Spaniard could not control the areal ball and fell down on the ground.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:33 PM
Even before the free-kick is taken, Simeone goes down after a slight touch from Kounde.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:32 PM
Olmo wins a foul for Barcelona and they now have a free-kick from the edge of the box.
Chance for the Catalan club.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:30 PM
Atletico have been able to find space on the left as Lino and Julian Alvarez made a few entries in the final third.
But, Kounde and Cubarsi have been up to the task as well,
Mar 16, 2025, 8:29 PM
Yellow card for Kounde as he came running from behind to tackle Mandava.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:28 PM
Despite being in great form, Raphinha has not scored against Atletico Madrid.
This time his cross from left goes straight to Oblak.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:28 PM
Griezmann caught Casado again as the youngster went for a shot.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:25 PM
Top class save from Szczęsny as Alvarez was one-on-one against him inside the box.
However, the Argentine was offside while accepting the pass.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:24 PM
Cubarsi blocks a shot from Lino.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:24 PM
This is the second time Casado was struck on his leg.
This time he blocked a cross from Lino.
Another corner for Atletico. Julian Alvaraz takes it.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:22 PM
Brave decision from Szczęsny to come out early to clear out a threading pass from Julian Alvarez.
It could have been a chance for Atletico. But, Szczęsny was sharp to stop that.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:20 PM
For the first time, Julian Alvarez was able to drift away from the Barcelona defenders on the left.
Casado tried to tackle him and gave away the corner.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:18 PM
Kounde's with a lobbed ball from the edge of the box and Lewandowski jumped high enough to beat the defenders.
However, he could not find the power and direction to beat Oblak there.
Easy grab for Oblak.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:17 PM
Barcelona have been able to keep possession of the ball and make a quick transition from left to right as well.
Balde's cut back this time allowed Kounde to take a chance with a right-footed shot.
But, Llorente made a good block
Mar 16, 2025, 8:14 PM
Reinildo Mandava has been able to make a few runs on the left. But, Kounde has been exceptional as well down there.
This time Mandava's run allowed De Paul to take a chance with a shot from outside of the box.
But, just like his teammates, he was far away from the target.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:09 PM
Yamal this time was able to make a quick cutback and then went for a shot from the right.
He missed the far post by a whisker with a curling shot.
Nearly a perfect start for Barcelona.
Lamine Yamal grazes the outside of the post!#AtletiBarça | #LaLigaHighlights pic.twitter.com/pLDdWdeMgK
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 8:08 PM
Lamine Yamal tried to make a quick entry from the right. But, Reinildo Mandava got the better of him.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:06 PM
Simeone after receiving a long ball from the mid-field, went for the long shot from outside of the box.
He was far away from the target.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:03 PM
Atletico Madrid kicks things off.
They are in their retro red and white jersey.
Barcelona are their third away green kit.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:02 PM
Both teams click a picture with the "VS RACISM" poster that La Liga promoted to promote anti-racism.
Mar 16, 2025, 8:00 PM
Two sides are coming out to the middle for the anthem and handshakes.
Atletico Madrid fans are chanting their anthem.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:42 PM
Nothing louder than our presence 🔥 #AtletiBarça pic.twitter.com/BvTR0RpzY0
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) March 16, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 7:31 PM
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Le Normand and Samu Lino returned to the playing XI for Diego Simeone's side.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:29 PM
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Pau Cubarsi returned to the starting XI after getting suspended in the Champions League first leg against Benfica. Marc Casado also returned to the midfield for Hansi Flick's team.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:17 PM
Starting XI: J. Oblak (c), M. Llorente, R. Le Normand, C. Lenglet, R. Mandava, G. Simeone, R. de Paul, P. Barrios, S. Lino, A. Griezmann, J. Álvarez.
Subs: Antonio Gomis, Juan Musso, José María Giménez, Nahuel Molina, Axel Witsel, César Azpilicueta, Javi Galán, Thomas Lemar, Rodrigo Riquelme, Conor Gallagher, Alexander Sørloth.
Mar 16, 2025, 7:13 PM
Starting XI: Szczęsny, Cubarsí, Balde, Iñigo Martínez, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Casadó, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, Koundé.
Subs: Gavi, R. Araujo, Ferran, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, Pau Víctor, F. De Jong, Eric, Kochen, H. Fort, Gerard Martín.
Mar 16, 2025, 6:35 PM
"The team seems really focused. We are looking forward to the game and it will be tough, but we are ready for it:" Hansi Flick
Mar 16, 2025, 6:32 PM
Mar 16, 2025, 4:30 PM
📋 La 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗮 para el Atleti-Barça. pic.twitter.com/t96S4NMSw9
— Atlético de Madrid (@Atleti) March 15, 2025
Mar 16, 2025, 4:27 PM
Cubarsí, Balde, R. Araujo, I. Martinez, Gavi, Ferran, Pedri, Lewandowski, Raphinha, Iñaki Peña, Pablo Torre, Fermín, M. Casadó, Pau Víctor, Lamine Yamal, Olmo, F. De Jong, Kounde, Eric, Szczęsny, Kochen, H. Fort, and Gerard Martín
Mar 16, 2025, 2:53 PM
Feb 25, 2025: Barcelona 4-4 Atletico (Copa del Rey Semi-Finals)
Dec 21, 2024: Barcelona 1-2 Atletico (La Liga)
Apr 17, 2024: Atletico 0-3 Barcelona (La Liga)
Dec 03, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Apr 23, 2023: Barcelona 1-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Jan 08, 2023: Atletico 0-1 Barcelona (La Liga)
Feb 06, 2022: Barcelona 4-2 Atletico (La Liga)
Oct 02, 2021: Atletico 2-0 Barcelona (La Liga)
May 08, 2021: Barcelona 0-0 Atletico (La Liga)
Nov 21, 2020: Atletico 1-0 Barcelona (La Liga)
Mar 16, 2025, 2:52 PM
| Matches Played | Atletico Madrid Wins | Draws | Barcelona Wins |
|---|---|---|---|
| 244 | 77 | 57 | 110 |
Mar 16, 2025, 11:18 AM
Football fans from India can watch the Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona LaLiga 2024 - 25 match LIVE on GXR App and Website. Unfortunately, there are no television streamings for the match.
Mar 16, 2025, 11:17 AM
Match: Atletico Madrid vs FC Barcelona, LaLiga 2024 - 25
Date: 17 March. 2025
Time: 1.30 am IST
Venue: Metropolitano
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