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Al Hilal v Al Taawoun: Saudi Pro League

Egyptian goalkeeper Essam El-Hadari has claimed that he anticipated Morocco’s Yassine Bono’s “miraculous” save by 23 years. The veteran shot-stopper, renowned for his experience an

Al-Hadari heaped praise on the performance of the Black Atlas star, singling out his command on the ball, his incisive runs and his ability to unlock defences with a single pass. The veteran goalkeeper underlined the forward’s maturity, noting that he has grown into a complete player capable of influencing games in multiple ways. Al-Hadari stressed that the 23-year-old’s work-rate and off-the-ball movement create headaches for opposition back lines, and he highlighted the player’s willingness to track back and press as a key factor in the team’s recent defensive solidity. He also pointed out that the star’s confidence is contagious, lifting the entire squad and inspiring younger teammates to aim higher. According to Al-Hadari, the forward’s blend of technical ability and physicality makes him a rare talent, and he expressed confidence that bigger stages await the player in the near future.

Atletico de Madrid v Tottenham Hotspur FC - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 First Leg

Video: Atlético Madrid fans chant offensive slogans against Islam ahead of the Barcelona clash In a clip that has sparked widespread condemnation, supporters of Atlético Madrid wer

The unfortunate incident surrounding the Egypt friendly match has repeated itself, prompting fresh concerns within the national team’s camp and among fans. Details remain scarce, but sources close to the federation confirm that the same logistical and organisational issues that marred the previous get-together resurfaced during the most recent gathering, forcing coaches to adjust the training schedule at the last minute. While the exact nature of the problem has not been disclosed, insiders whisper that communication breakdowns between the back-room staff and club representatives played a significant role. As a result, players arrived on different schedules, equipment was misplaced, and the planned warm-up session had to be abbreviated. These glitches, though minor on the surface, underline deeper coordination failures that could affect team harmony heading into crucial qualifiers. Egypt’s football hierarchy is now under pressure to address these recurring problems. Fans have taken to

Iran

Egypt and Iran reveal alternative World Cup participation plan With the final whistle on their group stage fortunes blowing, both Egypt and Iran have unveiled a contingency bluepri

Doubts surround the Iranian national team ahead of the World Cup. As the final whistle approaches for football’s showpiece event, observers in Tehran and beyond sense a palpable unease about the team’s readiness. Concerns range from the squad’s defensive fragility to the lingering effects of domestic political pressures that have shadowed its preparations. Analysts point out that the side has struggled to find consistency in high-profile friendlies, and the coaching staff’s public silence only amplifies the uncertainty. Fans, who have seen their team qualify for a record sixth consecutive tournament, now wonder whether the squad can silence the sceptics when the first match kicks off.

Spain v Egypt - International Friendly

FIFA probe Spanish FA following Islamophobic incidents in Egypt friendly

FIFA has officially opened disciplinary proceedings against the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) following a wave of anti-Muslim chants during last Tuesday's international friendly against Egypt. The match, held at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona, was marred by offensive chanting that has sparked national outrage and a police investigation.

LEGACY Egypt GFX

LEGACY: Egypt's endless World Cup dream

This is Legacy, GOAL’s feature and podcast series tracking the countdown to the 2026 World Cup. Each week, we explore the stories and the spirit behind the nations that define the world’s game. This week, we focus on Egypt, travelling across nine decades of footballing triumphs, heartbreaks, miracles, and rebirth; from silent years that tested a nation’s patience, to the unforgettable return in 1990, and the rise of a boy from Nagrig who carried a continent’s dreams on his shoulders: Mohamed Salah.

GFX Vinicius Junior Lamine Yamal 2025-26

Vini Jr speaks out in support of Yamal amid Islamophobia fight

Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has publicly offered his support to Barcelona's Lamine Yamal as the two rivals put club colours aside to tackle the ongoing issue of racism in Spanish football. Following recent incidents involving both players, the Brazilian forward emphasized the need for high-profile figures to use their platforms to protect those without a voice.

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Il 9 marzo 1908 nasce il Football Club Internazionale Milano, ovvero l'Inter. Il club fu creato in Piazza del Duomo da parte di un gruppo di soci dissidenti del Milan, contrari al divieto rossonero di ingaggiare stranieri.

Giuseppe Marotta è il presidente dell'Inter dal giugno 2024. Oaktree lo ha scelto per il post Zhang: mantiene anche la carica di amministratore delegato.

L'Inter gioca le partite interne a San Siro o Stadio Giuseppe Meazza. Lo stadio è chiamato così per la zona di Milano o in onore dell'ex leggendario bomber.

San Siro, o Giuseppe Meazza, può contenere ben 75.817 spettatori. L'Inter condivide lo stadio milanese con i cugini del Milan.

L'Inter ha conquistato venti Scudetti, seconda squadra italiana per numero di titoli dietro la Juventus. Con il 20esimo arrivato nel 2024 ha conquistato la seconda stella.

L'Inter ha vinto tre Champions League nella storia. Dopo i titoli del 1964 e nel 1965, la squadra nerazzurra ha conquistato il trofeo anche nel 2010 nell'ambito del famoso Triplete.

L'Inter ha vinto 46 trofei nella sua storia. La maggior parte è arrivata in Italia con 20 Scudetti, 9 Coppa Italia e 8 Supercoppa Italiana. I nerazzurri hanno vinto però anche 9 trofei internazionali.

Inter è il diminuitivo di Internazionale, nome con cui è stata fondata. Venne chiamata così per esprimere il proprio desiderio di ingaggiare anche calciatori stranieri e non solo italiani.

Il socio fondatore dell'Inter Giorgio Muggiani scelse i colori azzurro e nero come omaggio al cielo e alla notte, ma anche come opposizione al rosso e nero del Milan.

Il biscione è ispirato all'emblema della famiglia Visconti, fondatrice del Ducato di Milano. Nel corso degli anni l'animale è comunque diventato sempre più un serpente.

Giuseppe Meazza, da cui lo stadio dell'Inter prende il nome, ha segnato 284 goal nella storia nerazzurra e nelle varie competizioni giocate in maglia nerazzurra.

Javier Zanetti, attuale dirigente dell'Inter, è il giocatore con più presenze nella storia nerazzurra: 858 gare nelle varie competizioni. Beppe Bergomi è secondo con 756.

L'Inter viene soprattutto chiamata come 'nerazzurri', ma è spesso soprannominata anche 'biscione' o 'Beneamata'.

Helenio Herrera è l'allenatore con più panchine alla guida dell'Inter. 366 partite negli anni '60 e '70 e diversi trofei vinti, tra cui due Champions League.

Gianni Brera, tra i più noti giornalisti italiani, definì l'Inter 'la Beneamata dai milanesi' per celebrare la Champions League vinta dal club nel 1964.