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Real Madrid secured a crucial 2-0 victory against Getafe, propelling them into the coveted first place in La Liga.  The hero of the night was none other than striker Joselu, whose brace showcased his lethal finishing and strategic game skill on the field. Ancelotti’s squad, now two points ahead of Girona after their catch-up fixture, exhibited dominance against mid-table Getafe.  Joselu, on loan from Espanyol, headed Madrid into the lead in the first half and sealed the deal early in the second, putting his team in control of the match.…

Brotherly love took centre stage on the field after the Chiefs-Ravens game on Sunday. After winning the game, the Kelce brothers — Travis and Jason — met on the field, where they got emotional and hugged each other while engaging in a friendly banter, people reported. Travis told big brother Jason, “Goddamn, I love you. I love you, big dog.”

Cristiano Ronaldo of Al-Nassr was recently taken aback by his colleagues at the club with a unique cake after the seasoned forward won three awards at the 2023 Globe Soccer Awards. The 38-year-old won three prizes at the Globe Soccer prizes 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, earlier this Friday, January 19. In addition to being named the Fans’ Favourite Player of the Year, he was awarded the Maradona Award and the Best Middle East Player title, according to Sportskeeda. The Al-Nassr players celebrated the former Manchester United and Real Madrid…

David Warner bid adieu to Test cricket with a 34-run knock as Pakistan maintained their stronghold over Australia’s batting on Sydney’s second day.  Despite a warm send-off from the home crowd, Warner’s hopes for a final Test century were dashed at the Sydney Cricket Ground, visibly disheartening the veteran opener. At lunch, Australia stood at 78-1 with Usman Khawaja at 35 and Marnus Labuschagne at three, in response to Pakistan’s first-innings 313. Warner’s dismissal stemmed from a delivery with extra bounce and turn, resulting in an edge and a slip…

MELBOURNE: The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Saturday said that spinner Noman Ali will not be playing in the ongoing Test series against Australia after he underwent surgery. According to the details, Noman Ali reported experiencing abrupt and intense stomach pain on December 22. As a result, he underwent emergency tests and scans, which verified the diagnosis of appendicitis. The PCB reported that he had a laparoscopic appendectomy Saturday morning at the surgeon’s recommendation. The cricketer is stable and doing fine post-surgery. He will be discharged later this afternoon. Noman…

Pakistan’s fast bowler Khurram Shahzad suffered an injury just a few days ahead of the second Test match against Australia scheduled to be played on December 26 in Melbourne. According to a statement issued by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) on Wednesday, Khurram complained of discomfort in his left side during the first Test which took place in Perth. “Following his complaint, after the Test match, Khurram was sent for an MRI scan,” said the PCB, adding that further details will be shared in due course after the medical panel assesses…

Australia announced 13-player men’s squad for the second Test match as they are on track to play an unchanged XI in the second Test against Pakistan in Melbourne. The home side announced a trimmed-down squad Monday with back-up fast bowler Lance Morris omitted. The Aussies crushed the visitors by 360 runs inside four days at Perth on Sunday, with off-spinner Nathan Lyon taking his 500th wicket. Opener David Warner hit a battling 164 to ensure he retained his place for the Boxing Day Test in what is expected to be…