Congratulations Ezequiel Tovar and Brenton Doyle! Ezequiel Tovar is the youngest Gold Glove shortstop in National League history. Brenton Doyle is the first outfielder in National League history and the third outfielder all-time to win a Gold Glove in each of his first two Major League seasons.
𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬 🔑⚡
Raphinha is the perfect example of resilience under pressure.
Last season, he faced uncertainty—rumored to be transferred or left on the bench after Nico Williams’ potential move following a standout EURO 2024. Yet, this year, Raphinha is showing his true worth.
Could it be the new head coach and tactical system? Maybe. But what we definitely know is that his determination to outplay defenders has remained unwavering since his early days. Constantly refining his 1v1 duels, Raphinha continues to help create dangerous offensive chances for his team.
My question for you is: Is Raphinha currently having better performances than his National Team teammate offensively, Vinícius Junior? And why? 🤔🎩
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🧐 Is Manuel Ugarte the Upgrade Manchester United Needs in Midfield? 🔴
With Erik ten Hag aiming to improve Manchester United’s performance from last season, Manuel Ugarte could be the answer to their defensive and tactical needs. But how does he really compare to Casemiro?
In my latest analysis, I dive deep into:
📊 Defensive Actions values: Ugarte’s higher defensive and possession-value (VAEP) ratings compared to Casemiro.
🔥 Aggression & Tactical Role: Why Ugarte’s aggressive, high-energy style could better suit a more dominant, higher-press system.
🚀 Passing Game: While not a huge improvement in progressive passing, Ugarte shows better overall efficiency compared to Casemiro’s declining performance in this area.
🇵🇹|🇫🇷 Adaptability to the Premier League: With proven athleticism under Bielsa and differing degree of success across Liga Portugal & Ligue 1, can Ugarte bring the same impact to Old Trafford?
How do these stats and tactical nuances translate to the Premier League? Will Ugarte’s more conservative passing hinder or help United’s build-up play? Could he actually free up fullbacks like Dalot and Mazraoui to push forward more aggressively?
🔗 Get the full breakdown here: https://lnkd.in/dEsi79f8
📈 Check out the visual comparison of Ugarte and Casemiro’s stats!
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If the entire world says “NO, YOU CANNOT” even you were only given a month time to deal with - remember 2018/19 amerceable comeback Liverpool after beaten 3-0 by #Barca. #NEVERGIVEUP at Anfield marching to final with 4-3 aggregate!!! And win over it's England mate #Spurs
If the entire world says, “NO, YOU CANNOT” when there is no time to deal with - remember 2004/05 a magical moment when given only 15minutes at changing room with the panic situation and left 45 minutes; #Liverpool secured equalizer 3-3 ditch #ACMilan to penalty shoot-outs and win the #UCL trophy!!!
The 2 moments would give inspiration for those
#alone – you are the judge of your own; don’t care what the world says. Some say the sky is the limit, if your measurement is above the sky then do it at your own pace but result is the matter.
#teamwork – different colleagues, of course, come with multi-attitudes yet achieving the goal is utmost.
#leader – multi-attitudes, time frame, management pressures yet achieving the goal is utmost.
𝗡𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗹𝗶'𝘀 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗼 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗲 🇮🇹
Since his appointment in June 2024, Antonio Conte has revitalized Napoli, bringing them back to the top of Serie A after a challenging season in 2023-24. Having gone through 3 managers and failing to secure European qualification in 10th place, the 2023 winners suffered the worst-ever Serie A performance for a reigning national champion.
We analysed Napoli’s Club Level development—available in our 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗲𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁—to have a better understanding of Antonio Conte’s impact since his arrival. The Club Level index ranks football teams by their playing strength based on match results. Points depend on team strength, opponent strength, and home advantage, with tougher matches offering more points than easier ones. 📈
Since there are only 5 points separating 1st and 6th place, it may be too early to tell if a title is on the horizon, but there is certainly an improvement from last season. Currently sitting on top of the Serie A for the first time since their championship season, Conte has revitalized the team with fresh tactics, switching between his favoured 3-5-2 formation and 4-2-3-1 formation. This new system has seen players such as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia shine in attack once again, while the new signings of David Neres and Scott McTominay have provided squad depth and new energy. ⚡️
So far we have seen solidity from Napoli in all areas of the pitch so it seems like all of the elements are there to win some silverware this season, but in a highly competitive Serie A anything can happen.
Tell us what you think down below. Could a second Scudetto in three years be on the horizon? What’s your take on Conte’s impact at Napoli? Can he maintain this momentum?
#FootballAnalysis#Napoli#AntonioConte#SerieA#FootballCoaching
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Goosebumps... the Historic moment when Arshad Nadeem broke the Olympics Record and this throw won GOLD.
Enjoy the video ! You will be able to tell your kids, you witnessed History.
Actually, his two throws (2nd & 6th both) won Gold and crossed the 90m mark.
Worth the wait for 40 years for our GOLD, and first ever in Athletics.
We are proud of you. Million Smiles is proud of you and the whole Nation is Proud of you Arshad.
This situation exemplifies the increasing disregard for women’s rights and safety, as biological males continue to encroach on female-only spaces in sports. Allowing men to compete against women (XX) not only disregards the physical advantages males possess but also poses significant dangers and disadvantages to women on multiple levels.
Firstly, male participants inherently have physical advantages such as greater muscle mass, bone density, and cardiovascular capacity. These differences, even when testosterone levels are reduced, do not erase the biological advantages that result from male puberty. This creates an unfair playing field, stripping women of opportunities to compete fairly and succeed in their own sports categories.
The Flying Bats FC’s win, with at least five confirmed male participants, is not a victory for inclusivity—it’s a blatant denial of women’s rights to fair competition. The Saints, an all-female team, were robbed of their chance to progress in a prestigious tournament that was meant to honor female athleticism. This undermines the purpose of women’s sports, which were established precisely to provide female athletes a space where they can compete on equal footing.
Beyond the realm of fairness, there are real safety concerns. The physical differences between males and females mean that female players face a heightened risk of injury when competing against stronger, faster male opponents. This danger cannot be ignored, and by allowing such practices, authorities are prioritizing the desires of self identifying men over the safety and well-being of women and girls.
It’s time that governing bodies wake up to this injustice. Women (XX) deserve their own spaces to compete, excel, and feel safe. Allowing male participation undermines years of hard-fought progress for female athletes and sends a clear message that women’s rights are secondary to ideological agendas. This lunacy must end if we are to truly respect and protect women’s sports.
Biologist | Clinical Researcher | Defending Sex-based Rights | Giving voice to the silenced
"The Flying Bats FC, which has at least five confirmed male participants, emerged victorious yesterday during Round 2 of the Premier League Football New South Wales (FNSW) Champion of Champions knockout competition. The Saints, an all-female team, has now lost the opportunity to compete in the finals, leaving the Bats one step closer to winning the women’s title. According to the FNSW website, the Champion of Champions tournament is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the footballing calendar, with champions from each association pitted against each other in a “battle for supremacy.”"
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IPL’s got “New Rules”:
Bowlers are now permitted 2 fast Short-Pitched Deliveries per over, which ushers in an enhanced balance between bat and ball. This significant amendment follows the introduction of the “Impact Player" feature in 2023, injecting greater dynamism into matches and offering teams increased strategic flexibility. With this latest rule adjustment, the league aims to level the playing field, ensuring a thrilling contest where both batsmen and bowlers have ample opportunity to shine! Introduced in the previous IPL season, the Impact Player rule empowered teams to substitute a player initially listed in the XI with an additional batsman or bowler, thereby amplifying their strategic choices.
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𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐇𝐈𝐏
Scoutium and Cruyff Football Tournament have signed a partnership agreement. Under the agreement, Scoutium will record matches in the Cruyff Football Tournament and prepare statistical performance analyses 🎥
𝐑𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬' 𝐑𝐨𝐚𝐫: 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚 𝟒-𝟏 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬!
Ughelli Rovers Football Academy put on a masterclass today with a 4-1 victory, extending our winning streak to three matches!
Clinton, Rukevwe, and Fejiro were on fire, leaving the opposition chasing shadows.
Seems like our rivals need a new strategy—one that doesn’t involve playing us!
We keep the momentum rolling.
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3moQuite the duo to build a team around!! Let's go Rockies!