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For the first time an African has scored a “goal + pass” at the World Cup after coming on as a substitute

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For the first time an African has scored a “goal + pass” at the World Cup after coming on as a substitute

Cameroon forward Vincent Abubakar scored a goal and provided an assist in the 2nd round match of the group stage world Cup-2022 with Serbia (3:3).

He became the first African player to score and provide an assist in the same World Cup match after coming on as a substitute. Statistics have been kept since 1966.

Source: Soccer Ru

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Pedri commented on the new format of the Champions League: An unexpected look from a football player

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Pedri commented on the new format of the Champions League: An unexpected look from a football player

Barcelona midfielder pedri He answered the question about his attitude towards the new format of the Champions League with the general group stage.

“Do I like the new format of the Champions League? I can’t say with 100% certainty which format I like more: this one or the previous one?”

If I have to choose, I will do something new: There were more matches between strong teams in the first stage,” said Pedri, as quoted by Esquire.

Before the 2024/2025 season, the group stage of the Champions League consisted of eight groups of four clubs each. All participants played six matches in their respective foursomes, home and away, against each of the three opponents.

From the 2024/2025 season, a new Champions League format comes into force with a common group stage of 36 clubs; each participant plays eight matches, four away and four at home; The opponents are determined by lot.”

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Martinez explains why Ronaldo is still irreplaceable in the national team

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Martinez explains why Ronaldo is still irreplaceable in the national team

Head coach of the Portuguese national team Roberto Martinez He explained why Cristiano Ronaldo continues to play an important role in the national team.

– There is always a lot of talk around Cristiano Ronaldo. Why does he remain the undisputed starter for the Portuguese national team, even though he will soon be 41?

“It’s all about his attitude towards the profession.” We constantly evaluate three key factors: talent level, accumulated experience and the contribution a player can make to the national team.

Making the highest demands on himself for the benefit of the team allows the captain to maintain his place in the squad. His desire to be the best is passed on to his partners. “The 25 goals he scored in 30 matches as a striker confirms that his play brings tangible benefits to the national team,” he said.

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Arsenal beat Crystal Palace and reach the semi-finals of the English League Cup

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Arsenal beat Crystal Palace and reach the semi-finals of the English League Cup

Arsenal and Crystal Palace met in the quarter-finals of the English League Cup. Regular time ended with the score 1:1.

Own goal Lacroix in the 80th minute he gave the Gunners the lead. At 90+5 Guehi equalized the score. Arsenal won on penalties – 8:7. At Crystal Palace, Lacroix failed to convert his attempt.

Arsenal will face Chelsea in the semi-final. The first match will be played on January 14th on the Blues pitch, the return match will be played on February 3rd.

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