Category: Sports
Bayern Munich is nearing the acquisition of Desire Doue from Rennes amid competition from PSG, Manchester United, and Chelsea.
Keywords: Bayern Munich, Desire Doue, Rennes
Source: Goal.com
Update At: 8/3/2024
The Dodgers lost to the Padres 6-5 after blowing a five-run lead, marking their fourth walk-off defeat in six road games. Despite a strong start with five runs in the first inning, the Dodgers' bullpen faltered, allowing the Padres to tie the game and win in the 10th inning with a walk-off single from Donovan Solano.
The Pasadena Star-News
Donovan Solano's pinch-hit single in the 10th inning led the San Diego Padres to a dramatic 6-5 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, overcoming a 5-0 deficit. The win marked the Padres' eighth victory in ten games since the All-Star break, highlighted by home runs from Manny Machado and rookie Jackson Merrill. The Dodgers had taken an early lead with a two-run homer from Cavan Biggio, but the Padres rallied back with key hits and strong pitching performances.
Spectrum News 1
Portia Woodman-Wickliffe concluded her rugby sevens career after winning two Olympic gold medals and a silver, reflecting on her journey and the challenges faced during the recent tournament. New Zealand secured back-to-back Olympic titles with a 19-12 victory over Canada, while North American teams showcased significant progress, with Canada earning a silver and the American women achieving a bronze. Woodman-Wickliffe expressed gratitude for her teammates and the experiences that shaped her career.
The Associated Press
Team USA secured a bronze medal in women's rugby at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a last-minute try by Alex Sedrick, defeating Australia 14-12. This marks the first medal for the U.S. in rugby sevens since 1924. The match featured strong defensive plays from both teams, with Sedrick's dramatic score coming just as time expired.
TeamUSA.org
FC Barcelona and Manchester City played to a 2-2 draw in a preseason match, with Barça winning 4-1 in a penalty shootout. Key performances included goalkeeper Iñaki Peña and goals from Pablo Torre and Robert Lewandowski. The match was delayed by lightning but attracted a sellout crowd of 63,237 fans.
Official FC Barcelona Website
Barcelona, under new manager Hansi Flick, drew 2-2 with Manchester City in a pre-season friendly and won 4-1 on penalties. The match featured goals from Pau Victor, Pablo Torre, Nico O'Riley, and Jack Grealish, with Toni Fernandez scoring the decisive penalty for Barcelona.
France 24
Napoli's recent struggles include a poor 2023-24 season and speculation surrounding star striker Victor Osimhen's future, as he seeks a move away from the club. Despite being Napoli's record signing, no club has matched his release clause, leaving him in a state of uncertainty while the team looks to replace him with Romelu Lukaku.
BBC
Hansi Flick expressed satisfaction after Barcelona's penalty shootout victory over Manchester City in their pre-season friendly. He praised the team's collective effort and highlighted the importance of teamwork, especially from the young players and the goalkeeper. Flick acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly in defensive strategies, as the team prepares for their next match against Real Madrid.
Barca Blaugranes
Manchester City lost 4-1 on penalties to Barcelona after a 2-2 draw in a pre-season match in Orlando. Key performances included a goal from Nico O'Reilly and a strong showing from Mateo Kovacic. Kalvin Phillips played well in defense, while Jack Grealish scored a goal, aiming to prove his worth after criticism. The match highlighted the need for goal-line technology as a potential City goal was disallowed.
Daily Mail Online
Manchester City and Barcelona played to a thrilling 2-2 draw before Barcelona won 4-1 in a penalty shootout. The match featured goals from Pau Victor and Pablo Torre for Barcelona, and Nico O'Reilly and Jack Grealish for City. Both teams will face tough opponents in their upcoming matches.
Orlando Sentinel