Despite having to play their home games at the Estadi Johan Cruyff instead of Camp Nou, Barcelona have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in the first half against Getafe. The defending champions have shown no signs of slowing down, as they aim to catch up to Real Madrid in the league standings. With midweek fatigue and a shuffled lineup, Barcelona have managed to strike first thanks to goals from substitutes Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres.
Barcelona put on a dominant display against Getafe at the Nou Camp, with Ferran Torres scoring two goals to secure a comfortable 3-0 win for the Catalan club. The Spanish forward opened the scoring in the 15th minute, followed by another goal in the 34th minute. Dani Olmo sealed the victory with a third goal in the 62nd minute, wrapping up an impressive performance by Barcelona.
Arsenal's Noni Madueke was the standout performer in the first half against Man City, but was unexpectedly taken off at half-time due to an injury. Manager Mikel Arteta confirmed that the 23-year-old was struggling with an issue very early in the match, leading to his substitution to make way for Bukayo Saka. This adds to the growing list of injury concerns for the Gunners this season.
Barcelona continues its dominant run with a 3-0 victory against Getafe, securing their spot in the top four. The Catalan side put up a strong XI, with Ferran Torres and Dani Olmo leading the charge with two goals for Barça. This win comes just days after Barcelona's triumph over St James Park in England. Check out Barça Universal for player ratings from last night's match.
Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill's explosive performances in the Asia Cup 2025 Super 4s match between India and Pakistan not only led Team India to victory, but also sparked heated verbal exchanges between the Punjabi batters and Pakistani pacers. The intensity of the match and the player's exceptional performances on the field led to some amusing post-match tweets, taking a cheeky dig at the opposing team.
Follow live updates and analysis as Barcelona takes on Getafe in a crucial La Liga match. Barca, currently second in the table, will be looking to close the gap on league leaders Real Madrid, while Getafe, sitting just one point behind Barca, will be looking to secure a win and climb the ranks. Stay tuned for updates and press the "get involved" button to share your thoughts.
In a heated Asia Cup match between India and Pakistan, Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf was seen taunting Indian fans with a 6-0 gesture, referencing Pakistan's claim of downing six Indian fighter jets during Operation Sindoor. Videos and pictures of Rauf making the gesture have gone viral on the internet, sparking anger and controversy. This incident once again highlights the intense rivalry and tensions between the two countries, and serves as a reminder of the negative impact of political issues on the sports world.
In a heated rivalry match between India and Pakistan in the 2025 Asia Cup, India once again refused to shake hands with their opponents, continuing the no-handshake policy that has dominated the tournament. After securing a six-wicket win, Indian players Tilak Varma and Hardik Pandya walked off straight to the dressing room, only briefly stopping to shake hands with the umpires and officials. The controversy over the no-handshake policy has escalated, with Pakistan accusing match referee Andy Pycroft of instructing the captains not to shake hands and demanding his removal, but the ICC has rejected this and backed Pycroft.
After a disappointing batting performance against India earlier in the week, Pakistan came out with renewed energy and determination in the Super 4s match. Opener Sahibzada Farhan's impressive half-century helped Pakistan post their highest T20I total against India. Despite a strong performance from India's Shivam Dube, Pakistan's batting intent and excellent running between wickets gave them a much-needed boost. India will now need to record their highest successful chase against Pakistan in T20Is in order to win.
In a post-match analysis, Jamie Carragher criticized Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta for playing "with the handbrake on" in their match against Man City. Despite earning a point with a late equalizer from Gabriel Martinelli, Carragher believes the Gunners could have done more in the first half if Arteta had made more aggressive substitutions. The team ultimately fell behind in the first half due to a counter attack goal from Man City's Erling Haaland.