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Stokes says Archer is “very interested” in Test comeback after long absence

Vithushan Ehantharajah04-Dec-2024

Jofra Archer has not played a Test since February 2021•Gareth Copley/Getty Images

Jofra Archer’s future as a Test cricketer received a boost after his central contract was extended past the 2025-26 Ashes, with England’s captain Ben Stokes confident that Archer is “very interested” in returning to the format despite a recent tug-of-war with the ECB over his IPL availability.Archer, who has not played Test cricket since February 2021, is one of three England quicks to have had their central contracts updated through to October 2026. Brydon Carse, who took 10 wickets in the match in the first Test against New Zealand last week, and Matthew Potts have also had their deals increased by a year.Jacob Bethell, fresh from a maiden half-century on Test debut in Christchurch, has been upgraded to a two-year central contract from the development contract he was awarded just last month. It caps a remarkable rise for Bethell, who made his ODI and T20I debuts at the end of the 2024 English summer, and has since earned an INR 2.6 crore (£245,000 approx.) IPL deal with Royal Challengers Bengaluru.For Archer, who is 29, the additional year highlights what has been a promising return to regular action. Since bursting onto the international scene in the 2019 season with the World Cup and Ashes, his progress has been stunted by a series of injuries, including stress fractures of the elbow and back.Related

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The ECB have stuck by the fast bowler, and are working meticulously with Archer. This year has been a success on that front; Archer made 20 appearances across the white-ball formats, including all eight of England’s matches at the T20 World Cup, where he was his team’s joint-leading wicket-taker with 10 dismissals at 19.00.The board’s ambition is to have him primed for a key role in Test cricket next year, ahead of five Tests against India at home followed by the visit to Australia in the winter. His initial two-year deal was set to expire in October 2025.Speaking in Wellington ahead of England’s second Test against New Zealand, Stokes said that Archer’s ambition to return to the red-ball set-up remains strong. He has even put himself forward for their one-off Test match against Zimbabwe at Trent Bridge starting on May 22, though he appears unlikely to be available.England’s updated contract list•ESPNcricinfo Ltd

“The excitement is understandable around Jofra,” Stokes said. “The best thing is he is back on the field playing. I am sure he might have thought he might not have the chance to put on an England shirt again and the injuries and surgeries he has gone through could have ended other people’s careers so there is no rushing back for anything for Jofra.”He is being handled very well by the ECB and that will certainly continue. But Jof is a man of few words, even over WhatsApp. I had one a couple of months ago saying ‘Zimbabwe?’. That shows he is very interested in playing Test cricket for England.”Talk of Zimbabwe is far-fetched given Archer will be out at the IPL with Rajasthan Royals, who forked out INR 12.5 crore (£1.2m approx.) for his services for the tournament which is set to run until May 25. Given Archer will not have played any recent red-ball cricket before then, he is unlikely to be selected.If the ECB were to pull Archer out ahead of time, he would incur a ban for the next two editions under the tournament’s new regulations. Those same regulations would have also banned Archer had he and his representatives not convinced the ECB to let him enter the mega auction. The governing body initially blocked his entry on the grounds they want to continue to manage his workloads before a late change.As such, the earliest Test Archer could play would be during the India series, which begins at Lord’s on June 20. Given a lack of first-class cricket – his last match in the format came for Sussex against Kent in May 2021 – it is unlikely to be that first Test.Archer in action for Sussex Second XI in May 2024•PA Photos/Getty Images

A round of County Championship matches starting on June 22 (Sussex travel to Durham) could allow him a tune up. He could also play the next one on June 29 (Sussex vs Warwickshire) to refamiliarise himself to the rigors of bowling multiple spells across multiple days. In the event of the latter, he could still play a part in the final three matches of that series, provided he comes out unscathed.”When the decision gets made between him and the people who make those decisions around players, I am sure there will be conversations that he will have to get some different loading,” Stokes said.”You can come back and play a one-day game and get two or three different spells. But in Test cricket you have to do that over a long period of time and then another day to back it up. There is no doubt he is going so well at the moment, it is a case of he will have to build the body up to handle the extra pressure of a Test match.”

تمكن مجلس إدارة النادي الأهلي، برئاسة محمود الخطيب، من التوصل إلى اتفاق مع المدرب الجديد المنتظر أن يقود الفريق الأول للكرة بالقلعة الحمراء.

وكان الأهلي، قد وجه الشكر للإسباني خوسيه ريبيرو وجهازه المعاون، وتولى عماد النحاس، منصب المدير الفني بشكل مؤقت.

وعلم بطولات، من مصادر خاصة، أن الأهلي توصل لاتفاق شبه نهائي مع الدنمارك توماس توماسبيرج على تدريب الفريق خلال الفترة المقبلة.

ومن المنتظر أن يتم وضع الرتوش النهائية على التعاقد مع الاتفاق على معظم بنود العقد والإعلان الرسمي سيكون عقب مباراة القمة.

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واتفق الطرفان، على عقد مدة موسمين، وسيحصل المدرب الدنماركي على راتب شهري يقترب من 200 ألف يورو

ويلتقي الأهلي مع الزمالك، غدا الإثنين، ضمن منافسات مسابقة الدوري المصري الممتاز في إطار الجولة التاسعة، على ملعب استاد القاهرة الدولي.

While Chelsea have made more than their fair share of transfer mistakes over the last few years, they’ve also signed several outrageously talented players.

However, while Moises Caciedo, Enzo Fernández and Pedro Neto are all examples of great signings, there is one player who stands head and shoulders above the rest: Cole Palmer.

The England international joined the Blues from Manchester City in the summer of 2023, and since then has amassed a sensational tally of 72 goal involvements in 98 games for the club.

Therefore, the Stamford Bridge faithful should be very excited about reports linking them to someone who could become their next Palmer.

Chelsea target their new Palmer

While their draw to Crystal Palace on Sunday afternoon has put a bit of a dampener on things, Chelsea have had a brilliant summer in terms of transfers so far.

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The board have been able to get rid of a host of players who weren’t at the level required, while also bringing in a handful of young and hungry talents who could develop into superstars, like Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Jorrel Hato.

Yet, with just under two weeks to go until the window slams shut, the West Londoners are still keen to add to their squad, and are now moving for someone who could be the next Palmer.

At least that is according to a recent report from Caught Offside, which claims Chelsea are very interested in signing Rico Lewis.

In fact, the report goes further than that and reveals that the Blues have already made contact with City about a deal for the youngster this summer.

It’s not clear how much the Englishman would cost, but the report has also revealed that Nottingham Forest have already made an offer of around €30m for the youngster, which is about £26m.

While it will likely be a complicated and costly transfer to get over the line this summer, Lewis has shown enough in his short career that Chelsea should do what they can to get him, especially as he could be another Palmer.

Why Lewis would be another Palmer

The first thing to say is that, yes, Lewis and Palmer play in entirely different positions on the pitch, and, as a result, play the game in different ways.

However, that doesn’t mean the former couldn’t be a new version of the latter, as the comparison isn’t really about their position on the pitch.

Instead, if this transfer were to happen, it would be another example of City willingly selling one of their young and exciting academy graduates to the Blues.

Not only that, but one who has likely got a future in the senior England setup, as he’s already won five caps for the side at just 20 years old.

In fact, not only would Pep Guardiola and Co be allowing another talented player to move to Stamford Bridge, but they could be letting a genuine superstar in the making move to a rival.

We say this as, when you take a look under the hood, at the right-back’s underlying numbers, they are sensational.

For example, FBref rank the Bury-born gem in the top 1% of full-backs in Europe’s top five leagues for pass completion, the top 4% for through balls, the top 7% for carries, the top 2% for progressive passes, the top 9% for passes into the final third and more, all per 90.

Lewis’ scout report

Statistics

Per 90

Percentile

Pass Completion %

91.9%

Top 1%

Passes Completed

59.83

Top 4%

Pass Completion % (Long)

65.2%

Top 4%

Through Balls

0.24

Top 4%

Passes Received

53.11

Top 6%

Carries

43.58

Top 7%

Progressive Passes

6.03

Top 8%

Live-ball Passes

58.86

Top 8%

Passes into Final Third

4.88

Top 9%

Total Carrying Distance

219.04

Top 10%

Touches (Att 3rd)

24.21

Top 11%

All Stats via FBref

In other words, the “exceptional” talent, as dubbed by Guardiola, is showing serious signs that he could be a world-class player in time, much like there would have been signs that Palmer was something special before his move two years ago.

Ultimately, even if the final fee ends up substantial, Chelsea should do what they can to sign Lewis this summer, as he could be an unmissable market opportunity.

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Posts ByJack Salveson Holmes Aug 17, 2025

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O Palmeiras perdeu sua longa invencibilidade de 15 jogos nesta quarta-feira (31), quando foi derrotado por 1 a 0, pelo Fortaleza, fora de casa, pelas oitavas de final da Copa do Brasil. Apesar do resultado, o Verdão garantiu classificação para a próxima fase, pois venceu o primeiro jogo por 3 a 0. Depois de uma atuação ruim no Castelão, o desfecho acabou sendo ainda mais valorizado.

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+ Veja tabela da Copa do Brasil-2023 clicando aqui

Em entrevista ao “SporTV” na saída do gramado, Dudu reconheceu que a vaga foi confirmada graças ao ótimo jogo que o Alviverde fez no Allianz Parque. Ao mesmo tempo, o camisa 7 lembrou que em alguns momentos a equipe também pode jogar apenas pelo resultado.

+ Todos os jogos do Brasileirão você encontra no Prime Video. Assine já e acompanhe o seu time do coração!

– A gente fez o resultado em São Paulo. Na Copa do Brasil, às vezes, a gente pode jogar pelo resultado. A gente não queria perder.

O atacante ainda elencou fatores que podem ter prejudicado a atuação palmeirense em Fortaleza. Mas agora, para ele, o foco é descansar e já pensar no próximo compromisso no Campeonato Brasileiro.

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+ ATUAÇÕES: Palmeiras tem noite ruim e joga o suficiente para se classificar na Copa

– A gente sabe que jogar contra o Fortaleza é difícil, o clima é muito quente, o campo não está muito legal. A equipe está de parabéns, é descansar esses dias e focar no Coritiba no domingo.

Depois de resolver sua vida na Copa do Brasil, o Palmeiras volta suas atenções para o Brasileirão. Neste domingo (4), às 18h30, o time de Abel Ferreira recebe o Coritiba, no Allianz Parque, pela nona rodada da competição. O Verdão é o vice-líder com 16 pontos, cinco atrás do líder Botafogo.

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سخر ديديه ديشامب المدير الفني لمنتخب فرنسا، من مستوى الدوري السعودي، ممازحًا لاعب الفريق كينجسلي كومان، خلال المعسكر التدريبي.

ويتواجد كومان رفقة منتخب بلاده فرنسا، حيث يخوض الفريق مباراتين في تصفيات أوروبا المؤهلة لكأس العالم 2026.

وكان كومان قد غادر صفوف فريق بايرن ميونخ الألماني وانضم إلى نادي النصر السعودي، بعد 8 سنوات قضاها مع الفريق الألماني.

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وبحسب ما نشرت شبكة “RMC sport” الفرنسية، رحب ديشامب باللاعبين في مركز التدريبات، وأثناء تحيته لكينجسلي كومان، قال له: “كيف حالك في العطلة؟”.

وبدا على كومان الدهشة من هذا التلميح إلى مستوى الدوري السعودي، وأجاب: “علينا أن نلعب في بغداد!” في إشارة إلى مباراة النصر ونادي الزوراء العراقي بدوري أبطال آسيا.

وتواصل فرنسا مشوارها في تصفيات أوروبا المؤهلة لكأس العالم، بمباراة على “حديقة الأمراء” يوم الجمعة  ضد أذربيجان، ثم تلتقي يوم الاثنين، مع منتخب آيسلندا.

وتخوض فرنسا مباراتين أخريين في نوفمبر المقبل، ضد أوكرانيا وأذربيجان، وذلك أيضًا ضمن مواجهات تصفيات أوروبا المؤهلة لمونديال 2026.

Series all square heading into the deciding fixture in Stellenbosch

ECB Reporters Network19-Jan-2025

South Africa responded well after defeat in the first ODI•Getty Images

South Africa Under-19 164 for 5 (Rowles 33, Ahmed 2-24) beat England Under-19 161 (Dawkins 59, Moores 59, Daniels 4-25)South Africa Men U19s levelled their series against England Men U19s with a five-wicket win in the second Youth ODI in Cape Town.Raeeq Daniels did the damage on his home ground, with 4 for 24, as the tourists were bowled out for 168. South Africa opener Jason Rowles top scored with 33, as the target was knocked off in 30.1 overs.Ben Dawkins and Joe Moores both posted half-centuries, but were the only Young Lions batters to reach double figures.Kent opener Dawkins reached his fifty from 74 balls but lacked support until Moores joined him in a 41-run stand for the sixth wicket. The Lancashire left-hander expertly counter-attacked and his fourth six, an effortless pull off Daniels, helped him to a half-century from 58 balls.It was not enough, however, as opener Rowles shared a 46-run second-wicket partnership with captain Bennie Hansen before Paul James and Bandile Mbatha added 30 each. Farhan Ahmed claimed 2 for 24.The series is set to be decided in Stellenbosch on Wednesday before the two-match Youth Test series begins on January 26.

Tottenham Hotspur’s Europa League triumph at the end of the 2024/25 campaign has injected a newfound sense of excitement into the fanbase for the future of the club.

Ange Postecoglou may have lost his job despite the success, and Daniel Levy’s position as chairman, remarkably, is no more, but with Thomas Frank at the helm, the man tasked with the responsibility of building on the European victory, things look rosier.

The Dane has already made an incredible start to life in North London, winning two of his three outings – including a superb display against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City at the Etihad.

The fanbase mustn’t get carried away with the recent showings, but it’s excellent to see the Lilywhites moving in the right direction after years of failures on the pitch.

However, if the club are to mount any serious charge up the Premier League this campaign, they will likely need to nullify the threat of one big-money transfer in the months ahead.

Alexander Isak's record against Spurs

Despite owner Daniel Levy spending over £120m on new additions this summer, top-flight rivals Liverpool have obliterated such a number – dropping over £400m in the window despite winning the league in 2024/25.

The likes of Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitiké had already completed moves to Merseyside before the Reds dropped an English record £125m fee to secure the services of Alexander Isak from Newcastle United.

Arne Slot’s side now possess a huge array of attacking talent, further strengthening their grip at the top of the table – with the Lilywhites needing to try and keep the Swede quiet after his big-money move.

Over the years, Isak has enjoyed coming up against Spurs, netting six times in his five outings against the club – the joint-most of any side he’s faced in his professional career.

Such a move has left the rest of the division in awe, offering a real fear factor to any side who dares go toe-to-toe with them – but Frank’s side now also possess a player of similar quality within their ranks.

The Spurs player who’s worth more than Isak

In an attempt to bolster the options at the new manager’s disposal, Levy secured the signature of winger Mohammed Kudus, with the Ghanaian joining in a £55m transfer from West Ham United.

He’s already made an immediate impact in North London, registering two assists on his league debut for the club – subsequently nailing down the right-wing position as his own.

However, he could be aided in the final third by another one of the club’s additions – potentially linking up together and creating their own deadly partnership.

Xavi Simons was selected as the man Levy and Co wanted to fill the number ten role in North London for 2025/26 and beyond – forking out a fee in the region of £52m for his signature.

He’s become a recognisable name over the last couple of years after starring for RB Leipzig, but he now has the chance to further impress upon his move to the Premier League.

The Dutchman impressed in the Bundesliga last campaign, subsequently ranking in the 97th percentile for passes into the final third per 90 (2.5) and the 97th percentile for carries into the final third (2.9).

Such numbers highlight the talent the 22-year-old possesses with the ball at his feet, able to provide needed quality to Frank’s side, whether that be in a wide left or central attacking midfield role.

However, it’s all well and good getting into good areas – but it’s another being able to add an end product, something which Simons demonstrated last season, as he ended the year with 17 goal contributions in Germany’s top-flight.

Creating a connection with Kudus is one thing, but his transfer to the club has already generated massive excitement – with the hierarchy getting themselves a bargain given his recent upturn in market value.

Simons’ stats – Bundesliga (24/25)

Statistics (per 90)

Tally

Games played

25

Goals & assists

17

Pass accuracy

83%

Chances created

2.2

Successful dribbles

1.4

Tackles won

75%

Duels won

5.7

Stats via FotMob

Simons, who’s been labelled “world-class” by Rafael van der Vaart, has now been valued at a staggering £92.2m by FootballTransfers – a near 100% increase on the fee paid not even a week ago.

Such a figure is higher than that of Isak, with the new Liverpool man only valued at £89.4m despite his recent record-breaking transfer to Anfield on deadline day.

If Simons can replicate the numbers which led to his move to join Spurs, his transfer fee would be a huge bargain – potentially fulfilling the board’s ambitions of building on the Europa League win.

At just 22, he has bags of time to reach the next level in his career, with his value only going to rise higher if he can keep improving under Frank’s guidance. This could well turn out to be an amazing parting gift from Levy.

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Posts ByEthan Lamb Sep 4, 2025

سلطت صحيفة “آس” الإسبانية الضوء على تأهل منتخب المغرب إلى نهائي كأس العالم للشباب تحت 20 عامًًا واصفةً إياه بأنه تأهل تاريخي ورحلة ملحمية لأشبال أسود الأطلس.

وحقق منتخب المغرب فوزًا تاريخيًا على حساب نظيره فرنسا في بطولة كأس العالم للشباب 2025 بركلات الترجيح بنتيجة 5-4، ليتأهل إلى المباراة النهائية.

منتخب المغرب كان قد تأهل إلى دور ربع النهائي، بعدما تصدر مجموعته برصيد 6 نقاط متفوقًا بذلك على البرازيل وإسبانيا والمكسيك.

وتعتبر هذه هي المرة الأولى التي يتأهل فيها المنتخب المغربي للشباب إلى نهائي كأس العالم في التاريخ.

ومن المقرر أن يواجه أشبال أسود الأطلس نظيره الأرجنتين في المباراة النهائية من بطولة كأس العالم، وذلك يوم الإثنين الموافق 20 أكتوبر، فيما يخوض منتخب فرنسا مباراة أمام نظيره كولومبيا لتحديد المركز الثالث.

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وقالت “آس” إن منتخب المغرب أتى للبطولة ليكون بين منتخبات الصفوة، إذ كتب فصلًا جديدًا في رحلة ملحمية جعلته قوة كروية عظمى بعد صعود منتخب المغرب الأول إلى نصف نهائي كأس العالم 2022 وتتويج الأولمبي بالميدالية البرونزية في أولمباد باريس.

وصفت الصحيفة الإسبانية أن صاحب تأهل المغرب إلى النهائي هو بطل غير متوقع وهو حارس المرمى الثالث عبد الحكيم مصباحي الذي دخل بديلًا في الدقيقة الأخيرة من الوقت الإضافي.

وذكرت أن المنتخب الفرنسي كان متفوقًا بشكل كبير على مجريات اللقاء إلا أن المنتخب المغربي كان صامدًا بقوة أمام الهجوم الشرس للديوك.

دخل الحارس المصباحي في الدقيقة 120 محاولًا مفاجأة المهاجمين الفرنسيين، وحسب ما وصفت أنها كانت مغامرة أتت ثمارها، حيث أصبح بطلًا من ركلة جزاء مفاجئة، وحمل المغرب إلى نهائي كأس العالم تحت 20 عامًا لأول مرة في تاريخه.

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O Fluminense terá uma missão árdua neste domingo (11), diante do Goiás, pela 10ª rodada do Campeonato Brasileiro. A equipe de Fernando Diniz tenta acabar com uma sina indigesta do ataque: há um mês o ataque tricolor passa em branco.

Além de Germán Cano, nenhum atacante estufou as redes com a camisa da equipe das Laranjeiras. Os únicos jogadores que marcaram foram o curinga Felipe Melo e o meia Paulo Henrique Ganso (na vitória por 2 a 1 sobre o RB Bragantino), e ambos estarão fora da partida que terá início às 18h30, na Serrinha.

A má fase ofensiva custou a eliminação nas oitavas da Copa do Brasil e levou os tricolores a ficarem em sinal de alerta na primeira fase da Copa Libertadores. Além disso, os comandados de Fernando Diniz perderam posições no Campeonato Brasileiro e viram o elenco demorar a se encaixar.

Em meio a tantas baixas da equipe, o Fluminense terá de se empenhar para fazer com que Lima consiga municiar o ataque de forma a fazer com que Arias fuja da marcação. Além disso, Keno, de volta à equipe após um período se recuperando de lesão, trava disputa com Lelê pelo posto de titular. O objetivo é fazer com que Germán Cano consiga encontrar mais atalhos e leve a equipe das Laranjeiras a encontrar novas chances e fazer com que os tricolores deslanchem novamente.

Cabe a Diniz encontrar soluções mesmo diante de um elenco que vem se mostrando curto devido ao desgaste físico. A busca por renovação de fôlego tem nova etapa logo mais.

He underwent tests in Brisbane which revealed that the amount of elbow extension for all his deliveries was within the 15-degree

ESPNcricinfo staff26-Feb-2025

This was the first time Matt Kuhnemann had been reported for a suspect action since starting pro cricket in 2017•AFP/Getty Images

Left-arm spinner Matt Kuhnemann has been cleared to bowl in international cricket by the ICC. He had been reported for a suspect action following the two-Test series in Sri Lanka where he had picked up 16 wickets in the series as Australia won 2-0.Kuhmemann, who had never previously been reported in a professional career dating back to 2017, was tested in Brisbane and learnt of the outcome on Wednesday.”He…underwent an independent bowling assessment at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane on 15 February, where it was revealed that the amount of elbow extension for all his deliveries was within the 15-degree level of tolerance permitted under the ICC Illegal Bowling Regulations,” an ICC statement said.Related

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Kuhnemann 'never doubted' his bowling action, looks to the future

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Kuhnemann could have continued playing domestic cricket while his action was assessed although the thumb he dislocated during the BBL has kept him out of action since. It is not known yet if he will be fit in time for Tasmania’s next Sheffield Shield game against Queensland in Hobart from March 6. He is a strong chance of being selected for the Test tour of West Indies in June and July.During the testing process, Kuhnemann went through a session that lasted more than one hour, where he was asked to bowl at a similar speed and with similar revolutions to what he did in the second Test in Galle. ICC experts were at hand to observe the proceedings as Kuhnemann bowled, wearing markers on his body and surrounded by several high-speed cameras and a 3D motion analysis system.”We are pleased for Matt that this matter is now resolved,” Ben Oliver, CA executive general manager national teams said in a statement. “It has been a challenging period for Matt, however he has carried himself exceptionally well.”He has had the full support of Australian cricket and he can now move forward to the next phase of his international career with great confidence.”Not long after he had been reported, his Australia team-mates rallied behind him, with Steven Smith, Australia’s captain in Pat Cummins’ absence, saying, “It’s come as a bit of a surprise to me. He has been playing for eight years in professional cricket and nothing has been said in that amount of time.”I am thinking of him, at present, he has to go through the process. We’re confident he will pass. He will go through that process back home. We wish him all the best.”Kuhnemann has taken 25 wickets in five Tests at 22.20.