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Hamza Abdelkarim Makes La Liga Debut in Rayo Win
Hamza Abdelkarim became the first Egyptian to represent Barcelona’s senior team competitively during the La Liga victory over Rayo Vallecano.
Hansi Flick introduced the 18-year-old in the 86th minute at Spotify Camp Nou. He replaced Raphinha with Barcelona leading 4-2. The appearance made Abdelkarim the first Egyptian to play an official first-team match for Barcelona. freshyourfeel.org
Abdelkarim wore the No. 29 shirt and completed the closing stages without a goal or assist. Lamine Yamal added Barcelona’s fifth goal in the 90th minute.
Flick fulfilled a promise he made before the match. The Barcelona coach had praised Abdelkarim’s development but stopped short of confirming his involvement against Rayo.
“He deserves to play, and he will play,” Flick said, as KingFut reported the previous day. Flick also said the forward had improved each day and displayed the correct attitude and mentality.
Rayo took the lead through Sergio Camello in the 12th minute after capitalising on a Barcelona defensive mistake. However, Raphinha equalised seven minutes later before Yamal completed the turnaround in the 21st minute.
Barcelona then extended their advantage after half-time when Florian Lejeune diverted Anthony Gordon’s cross into his own net.
Camello headed his second goal in the 59th minute to bring Rayo back into the contest, but Raphinha restored Barcelona’s two-goal lead in the 71st minute.
Yamal then completed his brace after Abdelkarim entered the pitch, sealing the 5-2 victory.
The result gave Barcelona three wins from their opening three league matches. They moved level with Real Madrid on nine points but lead the standings on goal difference.
Abdelkarim had already represented Barcelona’s first team during pre-season. He scored twice on his unofficial debut during a 2-2 draw against Birmingham City.
The Egypt international later scored against Basel and former club Al Ahly. His four goals made him Barcelona’s leading scorer during pre-season.
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“فيفا” يوقف الأرجنتيني باريديس 10 مباريات على خلفية أحداث نهائي مونديال 2026
أُوقف لاعب خط الوسط الأرجنتيني لياندرو باريديس، 10 مباريات دولية بسبب سلوكه عقب خسارة منتخب بلاده أمام إسبانيا في نهائي مونديال 2026، وفق ما أعلن الجمعة الاتحاد الدولي لكرة القدم “فيفا”.
كما غُرِّم باريديس مبلغ 90 ألف دولار. وكان من بين عدة لاعبين أرجنتينيين تم إيقافهم وتغريمهم على خلفية أحداث المباراة النهائية التي أقيمت على ملعب ميتلايف في نيوجيرزي وانتهت بخسارة الأرجنتين أمام “لا روخا” 0-1 بعد التمديد في 19 يوليو/تموز.
أمسك باريديس اللاعب الإسباني إريك غارسيا من رقبته، ثم طرح غافي أرضا وهو يمسك بقميصه، ما أدى إلى تصعيد الاشتباك بين لاعبي المنتخبين.
وتلقى زميل باريديس في المنتخب الأرجنتيني،المدافع ناهويل مولينا، عقوبة الإيقاف لسبع مباريات، بالإضافة إلى غرامة قدرها 90 ألف دولار، بينما تم إيقاف مواطنه تياغو ألمادا والإسباني بابلو مارتن بايس غافيرا “غافي” لمباراة، وغُرِّم كل منهما 30 ألف دولار.
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Qatar SC aim to bounce back against Al Ahli as Al Arabi take on Al Sailiya
Doha, Qatar: Qatar SC will look to bounce back from their heavy defeat to Al Sadd when they take on Al Ahli in the opening match of Week 3 of the Qatar Stars League season at Al Thumama Stadium today.
The Kings suffered a 6-2 loss to Al Sadd in the previous round after opening their campaign with a draw against Al Wakrah. They are 11th in the standings with one point, just above bottom side Al Sailiya, who have lost both their matches.
Qatar SC coach Marquez Lopez said his side were focused on getting a positive result against an Al Ahli team strengthened by new signings.
“Our match against Al Ahli is crucial and our goal is to achieve a positive result,” Marquez said.
“The absences are significant, especially when they involve more than one key player. In our first match, we fielded five players who were making their debut, so we are working with the available players and preparing them appropriately.
“Al Ahli are a strong team and they have signed six new players who have strengthened their squad. We expect a tough match against them.”
Al Ahli, meanwhile, are 10th with one point following their entertaining 3-3 draw against Lusail in the previous round. They too are chasing their first win after a similar start to the campaign.
Al Ahli coach Borja Jimenez said his side needed victory to build confidence after dropping points against Lusail.
“We dropped two points in our previous match against Lusail and the team has no option but to win to gain points and confidence to continue the winning streak,” Jimenez said.
“The team is performing well. They just need to secure points and then they will be outstanding in the remaining matches.
“We need focused play against Qatar SC, especially since they are also a strong team and will fight for points. Overcoming them will not be easy, making the match difficult and requiring high concentration to achieve victory.”
The first match kicks off at 5pm before Al Sailiya face Al Arabi at Khalifa International Stadium at 7:15pm.
Al Arabi players during a training session yesterday. They are seeking their first win of the QSL season.
Al Sailiya will be looking to open their account after losing their first two matches, while Al Arabi enter the contest seeking their maiden win after drawing both their opening games.
Al Arabi are sixth with two points, and coach Cosmin Contra expects a difficult test against an opponent desperate to change their early-season fortunes.
“The upcoming match against Al Sailiya is very tough. The fact that the opponent stumbled at the beginning of the season does not mean the match will be easy, but rather increases the danger, especially since they possess excellent attacking players,” Contra said.
“Our team’s tactical system is improving with each match and I have complete confidence in the ability of all players to translate the tactical ideas to the field and return with all three points to strengthen the team’s position in the standings.”
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Al Sailiya coach Mirghani Al Zain also acknowledged the challenge posed by Al Arabi but backed his players to respond after their two defeats.
“The match against Al Arabi will be tough and challenging, given the capabilities of the opponents. I have confidence in our players’ ability to perform at the required level and deliver a strong showing,” he said.
“Al Arabi are a strong team and not easy to beat, but we will strive to be a worthy opponent and deliver a performance that will help us achieve the result we are aiming for.”
At the top, Al Sadd and Al Rayyan lead the standings with two wins apiece, followed by Al Shamal and Al Duhail, who have four points each.
The UAE’s first global professional sumo games are coming to Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is set to host the UAE’s first international professional sumo competition at Space42 Arena on September 26. Japan’s historic sport of sumo is making its debut in the UAE All-Star Sumo Competition, hosted by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). Taking place at Abu Dhabi’s Space42 Arena […]
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