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Abraham becomes 1st Englishman since Lampard to net hat-trick in FA Cup

24 Jan 2021 21:46 PM IST

London [UK], January 24 (ANI): Striker Tammy Abraham on Sunday became the first Englishman since Frank Lampard to net an FA Cup hat-trick in Chelsea 3-1 win over Luton.Abraham scored twice in the first half and once in the second as the Blues saw off some spirited opposition from the

ISL 7: Jamshedpur’s tactics difficult, one needs to adapt, says Hyderabad boss Marquez

24 Jan 2021 21:45 PM IST

Panaji (Goa) [India], January 24 (ANI): After playing out a goalless draw against Jamshedpur FC in the Indian Super League (ISL), Hyderabad coach Manuel Marquez said that every team needs to adapt to the tactics employed by Jamshedpur FC.Jamshedpur FC and Hyderabad FC shared a point each as they canceled

I came here to play: Telles keen for more chances at Man Utd

24 Jan 2021 21:06 PM IST

Manchester [UK], January 24 (ANI): Brazilian defender Alex Telles said he moved to Manchester United to play but heaped praise for teammate Luke Shaw and stressed how their competition for the left-back position is helping everybody.Telles joined the club from FC Porto last summer as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer continues to

Ozil’s creativity led to many goals for Arsenal: Arteta

24 Jan 2021 21:06 PM IST

London [UK], January 24 (ANI): Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta on Sunday said that Mesut Ozil’s creativity brought about many goals for the Gunners.Arteta’s remark came as Ozil completed a transfer from Arsenal to join Turkish club Fenerbahce FC.“Mesut’s achievements at Arsenal are undisputed. It was a privilege to play alongside

SL vs Eng, 2nd Test: Root’s innings a ‘masterclass’ against spin, says Buttler

24 Jan 2021 20:26 PM IST

Galle [Sri Lanka], January 24 (ANI): Wicketkeeper-batsman Jos Buttler on Sunday said that Joe Root’s 186-run knock against Sri Lanka in the first innings of the second Test was a treat to watch and it was a “masterclass” against spin.Joe Root’s knock of 186 helped England stay on course against

ISL 7: Profligate Hyderabad end up splitting points with Jamshedpur

24 Jan 2021 20:17 PM IST

Vasco (Goa) [India], January 24 (ANI): Jamshedpur FC and Hyderabad FC shared a point each as they canceled each other out in a goalless draw in the Indian Super League (ISL) at the Tilak Maidan Stadium here on Sunday.While Hyderabad ended up drawing their third game on the trot, Jamshedpur

Ozil leaves Arsenal, joins Turkish club Fenerbahce

24 Jan 2021 20:12 PM IST

Istanbul [Turkey], January 24 (ANI): Turkish club Fenerbahce FC on Sunday confirmed the signing of German midfielder Mesut Ozil from Arsenal FC.Fenerbahce FC confirmed that an agreement has been reached with Arsenal for the transfer of Ozil.“An agreement has been reached with Arsenal Football Club for the transfer of professional

FA Cup: Abraham’s hattrick helps Chelsea progress to fifth round

24 Jan 2021 20:07 PM IST

London [UK], January 24 (ANI): Tammy Abraham scored a hattrick against Luton Town on Sunday as Chelsea progressed to the fifth round of the FA Cup here at Stamford Bridge.Chelsea defeated Luton Town 3-1 on Sunday with all goals coming from Abraham, while the lone goal for Luton Town was

Liverpool ‘playing well’ despite bad form in Premier League, says Solskjaer

24 Jan 2021 19:47 PM IST

Manchester [UK], January 24 (ANI): Ahead of their FA Cup clash against Liverpool, Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said that the Reds are still a ‘top team’ who are ‘playing well’ despite their recent Premier League struggles.The Merseysiders travel to Old Trafford for Sunday’s FA Cup fourth-round tie looking

Sandeep Kumar, Amir Sayed emerge as National Racing Champions

24 Jan 2021 19:44 PM IST

Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu) [India], January 24 (ANI): Chennai’s Sandeep Kumar and Amir Sayed from Kottayam emerged champions on Sunday in the Formula LGB 4 and Novice Cup category respectively in the 23rd JK Tyre FMSCI National Racing Championship.At the Kari Motor Speedway, the final day provided plenty of sparks as

Ashwin wishes to reach out to Indian fan who faced alleged abuse by security guard at SCG

24 Jan 2021 19:43 PM IST

New Delhi [India], January 24 (ANI): India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin expressed his desire to connect with the Indian fan Krishna Kumar, who was allegedly racially profiled and abused by a mid-ranking security officer at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) stands during the third Test between Ajinkya Rahane-led side and Australia.On

Thirimanne becomes first SL fielder to take 5 catches in a Test innings

24 Jan 2021 19:22 PM IST

Galle [Sri Lanka], January 24 (ANI): Lahiru Thirimanne on Sunday became the first Sri Lankan fielder to take five catches in a single Test innings.The left-handed batsman achieved the feat on day three of the ongoing second Test against England here at the Galle International Stadium.Thirimanne took all five catches