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Penalty Shootout Eliminates Jordan U-17 Team from West Asia Championship
Al-Taj News – The national U-17 football team exited the 13th edition of the West Asia Championship after losing to the Lebanese national team on penalties in the semifinal match held Saturday evening at Aqaba Development Stadium. The match ended 0-0 in regulation time before the two teams resorted to a penalty shootout, which favored the Lebanese team thanks to…
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UAE Defeat Oman and Face Saudi Arabia in Gulf Cup Final
Al-Taj News – The UAE national team secured a place in the Gulf Cup “Gulf 27” final after defeating Oman 1-0, setting up a title clash with the Saudi national team in Jeddah. The UAE “Whites” owe their victory to Ousmane Camara, who scored the only goal of the match in the 22nd minute after rising to meet a cross…
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Messi to Receive Honorary Doctorate from University of Buenos Aires in Recognition of His Career
Al-Taj News – The University of Buenos Aires announced Wednesday that it will award Argentine football legend Lionel Messi an honorary doctorate, its highest honorary distinction, in recognition of his sporting career and the role he has played in representing Argentina. Messi is scheduled to receive the degree on Tuesday, October 6, ahead of his farewell match with the Argentina…
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Trabzon Sets Record for Season Ticket Sales Following Mohamed Salah’s Strong Performances
Al-Taj News – Turkish newspaper Haberler revealed the major impact of Trabzonspor’s signing of Egyptian star Mohamed Salah, captain of the Egypt national team, after the club’s season ticket sales witnessed a significant increase, surpassing 26,000 tickets before the start of the new season. The newspaper explained that Mohamed Salah’s arrival at Trabzonspor was reflected not only on the sporting…
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Ronaldo Announces Departure from Portugal Camp over Jesus and Vows to Speak Out
Al-Taj News – Cristiano Ronaldo, captain of the Portugal national team, announced Wednesday that he was leaving the team’s camp in Denmark, following a press conference held by coach Jorge Jesus. The veteran coach had announced that Ronaldo, who remained on the bench throughout Portugal’s match against Norway on Sunday in the UEFA Nations League, would also not be in…
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Prince Ali Reviews Preparations of the Al-Nashama Ahead of Friendly Against Venezuela
Al-Taj News – His Highness Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, President of the Federation, reviewed the preparations of the Al-Nashama national team ahead of their match against Venezuela at 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 6, at King Abdullah II Stadium, as part of preparations for participation in the 2027 AFC Asian Cup finals. His Highness followed part of the training…
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Lamine Yamal Leads Spain to Big Win over Croatia in UEFA Nations League
Al-Taj News – Spain emerged victorious in their first home appearance as 2026 World Cup champions, securing a big 4-1 win over Croatia on Tuesday in Seville, thanks to a brace and an assist from Lamine Yamal, in the second round of Group C matches in the UEFA Nations League. Coach Luis de la Fuente’s men presented their most prized…
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4 Teams Secure Qualification for the “Gulf 27” Semifinals
Al-Taj News – Saudi Arabia defeated Iraq 2-0 at Alinma Stadium (the Shining Jewel) on Tuesday at the conclusion of the group stage of the “Arabian Gulf Cup.” Abdullah Al-Hamdan and Abdullah Al-Salem scored Saudi Arabia’s two goals in the 55th and 69th minutes. Saudi Arabia secured the top spot in Group A with 9 points and reached the semifinals,…
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Iraq Coach Calls for FIFA Rules to Be Applied: Oman Advancing Would Not Be Fair!
Al-Taj News – Australian Graham Arnold, head coach of the Iraqi national team, called for FIFA regulations to be applied to determine the second team to qualify for the semifinals of the 27th Arabian Gulf Cup, alongside Saudi Arabia. The Saudi national team defeated Iraq 2-0 in the match between the two teams on Tuesday at Alinma Stadium in Jeddah…
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Al-Damisi to Al-Wehdat Fans: “Stop the Escalation”
Al-Taj News – Honorary President of Al-Wehdat Club Imad Al-Damisi called on the club’s fans to stop the escalation and refrain from engaging in any insults or personal attacks, stressing that the club’s interests and the prestige of its emblem are above any disagreement or personal consideration. In a message addressed to Al-Wehdat fans, Al-Damisi said: “Out of my concern…
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