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يشهد اليوم الخميس الموافق 27-11-2025،  العديد من المباريات في البطولات والمسابقات المحلية والقارية، أبرزها الدوري الأوروبي ودوري أبطال آسيا 2 وكأس مصر.

وتشهد بطولة كأس مصر ثلاث مباريات حيث يلتقي سموحة مع نظيره غزل المحلة، بينما البنك الأهلي سيواجه بورفؤاد، في حين بتروجيت سيواجه وادي دجلة.

طالع| خاص | اتحاد الكرة يحسم مصير مدرب منتخب مصر للسيدات قبل أمم إفريقيا

وتقام اليوم مباراتي نهائي كأس العالم تحت 17 سنة، ومباراة تحديد المركزين الثالث والرابع حيث سيلتقي البرتغال ضد النمسا في الأولى والثانية ستكون بين البرازيل وإيطاليا.

كما تتواصل منافسات الجولة الخامسة من مرحلة دوري المجموعة لـ بطولة الدوري الأوروبي عن الموسم الحالي. مواعيد مباريات اليوم الخميس 27-11-2025 والقنوات الناقلةمواعيد كأس مصر اليوم

سموحة ضد غزل المحلة – 02:30 م بتوقيت مصر ، 03:30 م بتوقيت السعودية – ON Sport

البنك الأهلي ضد بورفؤاد – 05:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 06:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – ON Sport

بتروجيت ضد وادي دجلة – 07:30 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:30 م بتوقيت السعودية – ON Sport مواعيد الدوري الأوروبي اليوم 

أستون فيلا ضد يانج بويز – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 1 HD

روما ضد ميتلاند – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 2 HD

فاينورد ضد سيلتك – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 3 HD

بورتو ضد نيس – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 4 HD

ليل ضد دينامو زغرب – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 5 HD

فنربخشة ضد فرينكفاروزي – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 6 HD

باوك ضد بران – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 7 HD

فيكتوريا بيلزن ضد فرايبورج – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 8 HD

لودوجوريتس ضد سيلتا فيجو – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 2

نوتينجهام فورست ضد مالمو – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 2 HD

رينجرز ضد سبورتينج براجا – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 3 HD

ريال بيتيس ضد أوتراخت – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 4 HD

بولونيا ضد سالزبورج – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 5 HD

جو أهيد إيجلز ضد شتوتجارت – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 6 HD

باناثينايكوس ضد شتورم جراتس – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 7 HD

جينك ضد بازل – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 8 HD

سرفينا زفيردا ضد ستيوا بوخاريست – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 9 HD مواعيد دوري المؤتمر الأوروبي اليوم

براتيسلافا ضد رايو فاييكانو – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 9 HD

نيقوسيا ضد دينامو كييف – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 1

كرايوفا ضد ماينتس – 07:45 م بتوقيت مصر ، 08:45 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 6

ستراسبورج ضد كريستال بالاس – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 1 HD

 فيورنتينا ضد أيك أثينا – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 1

بريدابليك ضد سامسون سبور – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 2

أبردين ضد نوح – 10:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 11:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN Xtra 4 مواعيد كأس العالم تحت 17 سنة اليوم

البرازيل ضد إيطاليا – 02:30 م بتوقيت مصر ، 03:30 م بتوقيت السعودية – الكأس 1

البرتغال ضد النمسا – 06:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 07:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – الكأس 1 مواعيد دوري أبطال آسيا 2 اليوم

ماكارثر ضد تاي بو – 09:45 ص بتوقيت مصر ، 10:45 ص بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 4 HD

راتشابوري ضد نام دين – 12:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 01:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 4 HD

إيسترن ضد جامبا أوساكا – 12:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 01:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 5 HD

ستيلرز ضد باثوم يونايتد – 12:00 م بتوقيت مصر ، 01:00 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 6 HD

كونج آن هانوي ضد بكين – 02:15 م بتوقيت مصر ، 03:15 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 4 HD

تامبينس ضد كايا – 02:15 م بتوقيت مصر ، 03:15 م بتوقيت السعودية – beIN SPORTS 5 HD مواعيد دوري يلو السعودي اليوم

أبها ضد البكيرية – 02:30 م بتوقيت مصر ، 03:30 م بتوقيت السعودية – ثمانية

العدالة ضد العلا – 04:30 م بتوقيت مصر ، 05:30 م بتوقيت السعودية – ثمانية

جدة ضد الجندل – 06:35 م بتوقيت مصر ، 07:35 م بتوقيت السعودية – ثمانية

ويُمكنكم متابعة أحداث مباريات اليوم لحظة بلحظة من مركز المباريات من هنـــــا

Barcelona enjoyed a successful return to the Camp Nou, as they dispatched Athletic Club 3-0 in their first game at their spiritual home in almost three years. A Ferran Torres brace and goals from Robert Lewandowski and Fermin Lopez gave Hansi Flick's side a comfortable victory. The visitors' job was made harder when Oihan Sanchet was given his marching orders for a horrendous challenge on Lopez.

Flick clearly set his side up to attack from the off on their return to the Camp Nou, deploying a side full of flair and attacking ingenuity in the absence of Gavi, Pedri and Frenkie de Jong. The tactic paid off from the opening whistle, with La Blaugrana fashioning several chances on goal in the first five minutes. Lewandowski opened Barcelona's account in their revamped stadium, when his powerful left-footed shot squirmed under Unai Simon at the near post. 

Athletic Club endured a frustrating afternoon in front of goal. A brief attacking flurry towards the end of the first half could have resulted in a goal for the visitors. the best chance fell to Nico Williams, who was booed throughout. However, his effort grazed the side netting. 

That set up Barcelona for a hammer blow just before the half. Lamine Yamal sprung Torres in behind the visitors' high line with a beautiful trivela through ball, Again, Simon should have done better, as Torres' effort squeezed under the Spain number one to double the lead. 

Fermin Lopez put the game to bed shortly after the break. Barca won the ball back high up the pitch, allowing makeshift midfielder Eric Garcia the opportunity to slide his running mate into the visitors box. Lopez calmly slid the ball past the onrushing Simon. 

Moments later, Sanchet's red consigned this side to a torturous final thirty minutes, where they enjoyed little of the ball. With all of Barcelona players breaking forward to get their name on the score sheet to cap a historic day, it was Torres who doubled his account in injury time. Again, it was Yamal who played provider, skipping past multiple Bilbao players before sliding an inch-perfect pass into Torres' feet for the winger to coolly curl the ball home. 

Here's GOAL's Barcelona player rating from the Spotify Camp Nou…

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Joan Garcia (6/10):

Made a couple of smart stops on his return to first team. His acrobatic tip over the bar in the 78th minute came after a sleepy second half. Kept his concentration well.

Jules Kounde (6/10):

Got forward and kept things ticking over nicely in possession. A few moments where Williams threatened from his flank, but little to do defensively otherwise. 

Pau Cubarsi (7/10):

An easy day out for the composed youngster. 

Gerard Martin (7/10):

Started at centre back before sliding out to cover Balde's injury. Another who showed versatility in a makeshift eleven. 

Alejandro Balde (6/10):

Taken off at half-time with a suspected head injury. 

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Eric Garcia (8/10):

Provided some defensive ballast in an attack-minded set-up. Appeared eminently comfortable in the middle of the park. Got a standing ovation from the Barcelona faithful after exiting with fifteen minutes remaining.

Fermin Lopez (7/10):

Forced into a deeper role than usual, but still broke forward with abandon. Took his goal well.

Dani Olmo (6/10):

With so many others chipping with goals and assists, he'll be disappointed he failed to exert more influence on the game. 

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Lamine Yamal (8/10):

A delightful outside of the foot pass to set up Torres' goal. Followed it up with another another delectable pass in the final stages. 

Robert Lewandowski (7/10):

Of course he was the man to score the first goal at the revamped Camp Nou. Unai Simon really should have done better, but it was a powerful effort on the Pole's weaker left foot. Withdrawn after the hour with the game won. 

Ferran Torres (8/10):

A brace on a historic day for the club. Simon really should have done better for his first, but the former City man won't be complaining. 

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Ronaldo Araujo (6/10):

Called into action for the injured Balde at half-time. Little to do defensively after the red card.

Marc Casado (6/10):

Introduced on the hour mark with the game effectively over as a contest.

Dro Fernandez (6/10):

Ran in behind to try and add his name to the scoresheet. Industrious. 

Marc Bernal (6/10):

Came on for the imperious Eric Garcia. Little left to do but keep things under control in the middle of the park. 

Raphinha (N/A):

Limited to ten minutes on his return from a lengthy injury layoff. Had one fizzing curled effort flash past the post. 

Hansi Flick (8/10):

Set his team up to score goals, and they delivered in abundance. Was still shouting his head off in the final moments. A hard taskmaster to the end. 

Netherlands will play their first bilateral series in Bangladesh when they arrive in the country later this month for three T20Is. The series will give Bangladesh some competitive cricket leading up to the Asia Cup, which begins on September 9.Netherlands will land in Dhaka on August 26 before heading to Sylhet, where they will train for three days before the first T20I on August 30. The second and third T20Is are also in Sylhet, on September 1 and 3. All three matches will start at 6.00pm local time.The BCB arranged the Netherlands series after India postponed their tour to Bangladesh, which was to feature three ODIs and three T20Is from August 17 to 31. It had left Bangladesh with a month of no international cricket before the Asia Cup. Initially, the BCB were also in talks with the Nepal board.Netherlands have played in Bangladesh once before, in the 2014 T20 World Cup where they won a memorable game against Ireland to confirm their progress to the main round.Bangladesh and Netherlands have played only five T20Is against each other, with Bangladesh winning four of them. In 2012, Netherlands had hosted Bangladesh for two T20Is, their only bilateral series against them before the upcoming tour.

Anfield erupted. It really did. That was the performance Arne Slot’s Liverpool have been searching for this season, with Alexis Mac Allister’s second-half header putting Real Madrid to the sword in the Champions League.

Real Madrid were overwhelmed, enervated, reduced to mincemeat in a similar fashion to last season’s win over the La Liga giants, and it could have been a wider, more sobering margin for Europe’s biggest hitters, but for a strong performance from Thiabaut Courtois between the posts.

The win over Aston Villa in the Premier League at the weekend stopped the rot, ended the four-game losing run, but this was a display of a different nature, the Reds going from strength to strength and reminding Europe of their prowess.

There have been many issues and imbalances within Slot’s squad this season, but this was an emphatic performance, outstanding from every department, both in possession and against the ball.

Epitomising this mini-revival on Merseyside, of course, was Conor Bradley.

Bradley proves too much for Real (again)

Not for the first time over the past year, Bradley came up trumps against Real Madrid’s devastating frontline, this time focusing his sights on Vinicius Junior, who was ineffective all evening against the Northern Irish star.

Content creator George Scaife remarked that he had “the game of his life” against Los Blancos, winning all three of his tackles, winning eight duels and recovering so many balls.

With Jeremie Frimpong sidelined with an injury, the 22-year-old has a real chance to kick on now and nail down a starting berth after a shaky start to the campaign which has presented him as unsure and somewhat unfit at times.

There have been times when Bradley’s place in the Liverpool side has been called into question, but he has the ability to replace Trent Alexander-Arnold, who made an unsuccessful return to Anfield on Tuesday, in the long run.

However, there’s another star who has become their main man, having looked endangered in the starting line-up after the summer spending spree.

Liverpool star is becoming one of world's best

There’s no question that Liverpool have been woefully out of sorts this season, but Dominik Szoboszlai has been a pillar of strength throughout the opening months.

Effortlessly good as an all-action midfielder and tenacious and industrious in a makeshift right-back berth, Szoboszlai’s energy and enterprise on the ball have been second to none, and he has been hailed as “our most important player” by one prominent Reds fan, also admitting that he “would be one of the ones to drop out of the XI” after a summer of spending that saw Florian Wirtz signed for a record-breaking £116m fee.

But the Hungary skipper has been nothing short of sensational, and he was once again the star of the show, peppering the Real Madrid goal and assisting the winner with a delightful set-piece delivery.

Minutes played

90′

Goals

0

Assists

1

Touches

54

Shots (on target)

5 (4)

Accurate passes

30/39 (77%)

Chances created

3

Crosses

3/3

Interceptions

1

Recoveries

6

Duels won

2/9

The Liverpool Echo saw it fit to hand the 24-year-old a 9/10 match rating, ahead, even, of the goalscoring Mac Allister, producing a masterful creative display and working overtime to overwhelm the Spanish midfield.

While the likes of Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk continue to stand proud as the leaders in Slot’s squad, there’s little question that Szoboszlai is outplaying the lot this term, and as the Reds click into gear, raising their collective level, Szoboszlai could hit staggering individual heights.

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Liverpool have a shrewd solution to one of their biggest problems this season.

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Both the Atlanta Braves and Arizona Diamondbacks have won back-to-back matchups entering their series on Monday night, and it should be a fun one. 

Arizona is back to .500 on the season, but it is still in third place in the NL West a season after it went to the World Series.

Meanwhile, the Braves have done their best without star Ronald Acuna Jr., sitting eight games back of the Philadelphia Phillies in the NL East. 

Atlanta comes into this game as a massive favorite, mainly because Chris Sale is on the bump. Can he turn in a sixth straight dominant start for Atlanta?

Here’s a look at the odds, probable pitchers and my best bet for Monday’s late-night contest. 

Braves vs. Diamondbacks Odds, Run Line and Total

Run Line

• Braves -1.5 (-115)
• D-Backs +1.5 (-105)

Moneyline

• Braves: -185
• D-Backs: +154

Total

• 8 (Over -112/Under -108)

Braves vs. Diamondbacks Probable Pitchers

• Atlanta: Chris Sale (11-3, 2.71 ERA)
• Arizona: Yilber Diaz (0-0, 0.00 ERA)

Braves vs. Diamondbacks How to Watch

• Date: Monday, July 8
• Time: 9:40 p.m. EST
• Venue: Chase Field
• How to Watch (TV): Bally Sports South, MLB Extra Innings
• Braves record: 49-39
• Diamondbacks record: 45-45 

Braves vs. Diamondbacks Key Players to Watch

Atlanta Braves

Chris Sale: The lefty has been dominant for the Braves this season, posting a 2.71 ERA, 2.26 FIP. He’s allowed two or fewer runs in five consecutive starts, and the Braves are 11-5 straight up when he’s on the mound. It’s been a fascinating bounce back for Sale after years of injury issues. 

Arizona Diamondbacks

Ketel Marte: Will Ketel Marte return to the lineup on Monday? The Diamondbacks star has missed back-to-back games with a back injury. Overall this season, Marte is hitting .284 with 17 homers and 51 runs batted in to lead the D-Backs. They could really use him in the lineup against a tough arm like Sale. 

Braves vs. Diamondbacks Prediction and Pick

Simply put, the Braves have thrived when Sale is on the mound this season, going 11-5 straight up, and it’s been even better over his last five outings. 

Sale has allowed two or fewer earned runs in each of those starts, which should give the Braves a chance to build a lead against Yilber Diaz, who is making his Major League debut in this one. 

Diaz posted a 3.27 ERA across four starts in AAA this season, a sign that he’s ready for the bigs. Still, this is a big adjustment to get your first start against an Atlanta team that is in the top half of the league in several offensive categories. 

I also wouldn’t be shocked to see the D-Backs bullpen have to work a lot in this game, which has not been a good thing in 2024. Arizona has a 4.44 bullpen ERA this season, good for 25th in the league. 

With Sale on the mound for Atlanta, there are just too many things pointing to a Braves victory. 

Real Madrid are believed to be open to the possibility of letting young starlet Endrick leave on loan in the January transfer window amid the striker's lack of playing time under new head coach Xabi Alonso. Having spent the past few months on the sidelines due to an injury, the Brazilian wonderkid has been named in Madrid's matchday squads in recent times but is yet to make his first appearance this season.

Endrick wants to depart in January

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Endrick is expected to go out on loan in the January transfer window in search of regular playing time. The teenager wants to make a case for himself ahead of next year's World Cup. Unsurprisingly, Real Madrid are believed to be in favour of letting the talented youngster depart this winter.

AdvertisementGettyReal Madrid are stacked in attack

Madrid have begun the 2025-26 season with a bang. Alonso has tinkered with his lineups and has implemented a rotation-heavy scheme in the initial months of his tenure at his former club. Some players like Kylian Mbappe, however, have emerged as one of the pillars of the squad. Amid Alonso's obsession to rotate and keep his squad both fresh and competitive, Mbappe has emerged as the one immovable piece in Madrid's attack. Indeed, he has scored 15 goals in 11 games for Los Blancos this season, showcasing his true abilities after a mixed debut campaign in 2024-25. 

Behind Mbappe – who has been deployed as a number nine and is understood to have completed his adaptation in the centre forward role – in the pecking order is the promising Gonzalo Garcia. The academy hero emerged as one of the stars at the Club World Cup during the summer, finishing as the top scorer of the tournament after scoring four goals in six games. His breakthrough displays earned him a promotion to the first team as well as a new contract. The 21-year-old Spanish forward is currently seen as a crucial piece of Alonso's rotational puzzle. He is the player who helps Mbappe afford more rest, although some may argue that Gonzalo deserves to have seen more than the 105 minutes of action across seven games – six of them as a substitute – so far. 

Nevertheless, Alonso is determined on keeping hold of Gonzalo for the rest of the season. In recent days, rumours emerged which indicated that Gonzalo will receive numerous offers in the winter transfer window. The former Bayer Leverkusen coach, though, will continue to place his faith in the former academy star as he considers him to be important in his plans.

Madrid fear Endrick's development could stall

Endrick has been unlucky not to have made his first appearance for Real Madrid this season. After an impressive debut campaign, in which he scored seven goals in just 847 minutes on the field, it was expected that the 2025-26 season would result in a bigger role for the Brazil international. Things haven't gone to plan, neither for Madrid nor for Endrick.

At the end of May, Endrick suffered a hamstring injury in his right leg which effectively ruled him out for the next few months, leading him to miss the Club World Cup. His absence was a blessing in disguise for Gonzalo, who took his opportunities by the scruff of their neck. Even though Endrick has been handed the iconic No.9 jersey, he has remained an unused substitute in each of Madrid's last six games. 

According to a report from on Monday, club insiders are worried about Endrick stymieing his progression should he continue to remain adamant about staying at the club and fighting for a place. Madrid are understood to be of the opinion that a loan move in January is the best possible scenario for all parties involved. Given Mbappe's status as a fixture of the starting XI and Alonso's continued trust in Gonzalo, it is unlikely that Endrick's fate could change in the short-term.

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Madrid legend Guti has advised Endrick to leave the club in search of minutes. "If he doesn't get any opportunities between now and December, I think his best option is to leave so he can continue to grow," Guti said on a broadcast earlier this month. "For a young player, the best thing is to get playing time. What could be decisive? Well, you never know. There are always injuries and moments where the coach bets on you, but that doesn't seem to be his priority right now."

Speculation of late suggests that Ligue 1 table-toppers Marseille are leading the race to acquire Endrick's services on a short-term loan. Head coach Roberto De Zerbi is understood to be adding attacking depth to his roster in light of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Amine Gouiri's absences owing to AFCON commitments. What's more, a shock move to Juventus has made the rounds in the media, too.

Celtic supporters have been lucky enough to enjoy plenty of top-quality centre-forwards in recent years.

Henrik Larsson will forever remain the gold standard, given that he scored 242 goals in 313 appearances for the club between 1997 and 2004, winning eight major honours, firing them to the UEFA Cup Final of 2003 and picking up the European Golden Shoe in 2001.

In more recent times, Odsonne Édouard, Moussa Dembélé and Kyōgo Furuhashi have all racked up plenty of goals and trophies as Celtic’s centre-forward.

Supporters may argue they do not have a striker of the requisite quality right now, although that opinion could soon be changing, while a player you’ve probably completely forgotten ever played for Celtic is tearing it up in one of the world’s strongest leagues.

Kelechi Iheanacho's start to life at Celtic

Fair to say, not a lot was expected of Kelechi Iheanacho when he arrived at Celtic, considering he joined after the transfer window had closed as an archetypal panic buy.

Well, so far, the Nigerian international is proving the doubters wrong, converting a stoppage time penalty to snatch victory at Kilmarnock on debut, before breaking the deadlock during Wednesday night’s Europa League draw with Crvena zvezda in Belgrade.

During his time at Leicester City, Iheanacho was known as a “deadly finisher”, his best campaign coming in 2020/21, scoring 19 goals in all competitions, four of which came in the FA Cup, a key figure as the Foxes won that competition for the first time ever.

Since then though, he’s not managed more than eight goals in a single campaign, scoring zero times in La Liga during his brief time at Sevilla, hence why los Nervionenses jumped at the chance to cut ties with him.

Nevertheless, reunited with Brendan Rodgers, his manager in the East Midlands of course, Iheanacho looks revitalised and reinvigorated, back to his clinical best in front of goal.

Nevertheless, there is a forward, who made almost no impact at all at Celtic, who actually has more goals to his name at this early stage of the season.

Forgotten Celtic flop on fire in the Bundesliga

We all have that one player who, when they first burst onto the scene, you are certain they’re going to be a future Ballon d’Or winner one day.

Where Are They Now

Your star player or biggest flop has left the club but what are they doing in the present day? This article is part of Football FanCast’s Where Are They Now series.

Well, for many in Scotland, that player was Oliver Burke.

Back in 2016, having made just 31 appearances for Nottingham Forest, Burke was sold to recently promoted RB Leipzig for £13m, a then-record for a Scottish player, but fair to say he never lived up to this hype.

The table below documents the still only 28-year-old’s manic career so far.

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Bradford City

2

Zero

Nottingham Forest

31

6

RB Leipzig

26

1

West Bromwich Albion

24

1

Celtic

19

4

Deportivo Alavés

32

1

Sheffield United

36

2

Millwall

31

4

Werder Bremen

46

8

Birmingham City

23

Zero

Union Berlin

5

3

As the table outlines, Burke has played for 12 different clubs in four different countries, yet to score double figures in terms of goals for any of them, which is honestly mind-blowing, with the four he managed during a six-month loan spell at Celtic Park from West Brom in 2019 among his higher tallies.

In hoops, he bagged a brace during his Premiership debut against St Mirren, before also netting during home wins over Hibernian and Motherwell, often deployed as a centre-forward by Neil Lennon, who succeeded Rodgers during this period.

This summer, having previously played for RB Leipzig and Werder Bremen, Burke returned to Germany, joining Union Berlin, and perhaps he could finally fulfil his potential at Stadion An der Alten Försterei.

On Sunday, during die Eisernen’s crazy 4-3 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt at Waldstadion, Burke scored a 24-minute hat-trick, becoming the first Scotsman to ever bag a treble in the Bundesliga – and bettering Iheanacho’s own 2025/26 tally in the process.

Speaking on Sky Sports News, Andy Brassell labelled them “ice-cold finishes”, noting that Union Berlin are playing to Burke’s strengths, which is utilising his pace in-behind, given that he has always been lightning quick.

Burke has remained such an enigma throughout his career; his raw and physical attributes are seemingly what ensures that clubs keep signing him, but as far back as his Leipzig days there were concerns over his tactical awareness, with then manager Ralph Hasenhüttl comparing him to an “empty hard drive” who had a lot to learn.

The most recent of Burke’s 13 Scotland caps came against Israel in Netanya back in November 2020 but, if he continues to score Bundesliga hat-tricks, Steve Clarke will have to pay attention.

Who knows, he could have been an even better emergency centre-forward option for Celtic than Iheanacho will prove to be.

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Five goals scored, none conceded, and a 100% win record – it’s safe to say it’s been a dream start to Thomas Frank’s tenure as Tottenham Hotspur manager.

Winning against newly-promoted Burnley on home soil was to be expected, but the Lilywhites’ second showing of the new Premier League season is what has led to the growing excitement at the club.

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Frank’s men secured a superb 2-0 win against Manchester City at the Etihad last weekend, limiting Pep Guardiola’s side to limited opportunities throughout.

However, despite the excellent start in England’s top-flight, attention has been shifted to the transfer market, with work being done tirelessly behind the scenes to secure added reinforcements.

Numerous players remain in their sights, but it remains to be seen how many more big-money additions will be made before Monday’s transfer deadline.

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In a move that has seemingly exploded into life over the last 24 hours, attacking midfield star Xavi Simons has now been confirmed as the next player through the doors at Spurs.

The Lilywhites agreed a €60m (£52m) deal with the Bundesliga outfit late last night, with a deal now completed – but he won’t be able to feature in tomorrow’s clash with Bournemouth.

However, he could be joined in North London by Savinho, as Daniel Levy continues to pursue a move for the Manchester City star, according to TEAMtalk.

Their report claims that Frank’s side remain in constant discussions with the Citizens over a possible transfer, even after previously failing to land the 21-year-old this summer.

It goes on to state that despite Guardiola’s reluctance to allow the Brazilian to depart, the player himself still wants the move – but it could be a pricey transfer, given City’s previous £70m asking price.

Why Spurs’ latest target would be a Kudus repeat

Despite the recent efforts in the market, Spurs have already completed a shrewd signing this summer – in the form of winger Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United.

The Ghanaian cost a fee in the region of £55m earlier this summer, already wasting no time in making an impact during the early weeks of his time in North London.

The 24-year-old has already registered two assists in as many league outings – one of which was for Richarlison’s goal of the season contender on the opening weekend.

However, he has plenty of time to build on his impressive start to life under Frank’s guidance, something which could be aided by Savinho’s potential arrival.

Similarities are evident between Kudus and the City star, with both talents being able to operate in wide or central areas when called upon by their respective managers.

The duo are both left-footed, often liking to cut inside onto their favoured foot when operating off the right-hand side – something which the former West Ham star has done in both his league outings with the Lilywhites.

Despite the big money forked out for Kudus this window, a deal for Savinho would offer added quality in the attacking areas – especially if he replicates his form from the Etihad in 2024/25.

The Brazilian, who’s been labelled “incredible” by current boss Guardiola, ranked in the 96th percentile for progressive carries per 90 (7.1) – highlighting the threat he carries with the ball at his feet.

Such tallies have allowed him to torment countless backlines in the Premier League, also helping him to rank in the 94th percentile for shot-creating actions (5.7) – showcasing the similar threat he poses, like Kudus has demonstrated in North London.

Savinho has also ranked in the 95th percentile for successful take-ons per 90 (2.7), able to glide past the opposition before either getting a shot off or teeing up a teammate.

Whilst Kudus has already showcased he’s been an excellent addition so far this season, a move for Savinho could see him have a partner in crime within the final third.

The prospect of the duo linking up under Frank is certainly one to be excited about – but first the hierarchy need to negotiate a move with City – something which could prove difficult given their reluctance to sell the forward.

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Liverpool have confirmed that rising star Rio Ngumoha has signed his first professional contract with the club. The forward swapped Chelsea for the Reds a year ago and has enjoyed a rapid rise at the Premier League champions. The 17-year-old grabbed the headlines with his 100th-minute winner against Newcastle United earlier this season and now he has put pen to paper on a new deal.

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  Liverpool didn't disclose any details, but the left winger, who can also play as an attacking midfielder, is said to have committed his future at Anfield until the summer of 2028.

  According to the , the teenager will now be on an annual salary of £52,000 ($69,000), which is the maximum for a first-year professional at Liverpool. He can, however, earn more through bonuses, but this still far eclipses the standard scholar's annual wages of £14,400 ($19,000) that he was previously on.

  The Reds had to wait until he turned 17 last month before they were allowed to give Ngumoha this new professional contract. Incidentally, the Football Association's rules dictate that the maximum contract they can give a player of his age is three years.

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  Ngumoha joined Chelsea's academy at the age of eight and spent the best part of a decade there before joining Liverpool in the summer of 2024. Last season, he featured for the Merseyside outfit's Under-18s, Under-19s, and Under-21s, before being handed his senior debut by manager Arne Slot against Accrington Stanley in the FA Cup in January.

  Shortly before he turned 17, Ngumoha netted a last-gasp winner for Liverpool in a 3-2 victory over Newcastle in the Premier League last month, prompting a deluge of positive coverage. He then made his Champions League debut in a 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid last week, before registering his first start of the season in the 2-1 Carabao Cup triumph over Southampton on Tuesday. The way things are going, Ngumoha – the youngest ever Liverpool goalscorer and he youngest from the club to play in the Champions League – could get plenty of game time this term.

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  After Ngumoha's winner at Newcastle, his manager Slot and team-mate Virgil van Dijk both lauded the teenager's contribution.

  The Dutch boss said, "Rio can finish so well for his age. I did hear someone say afterwards in the dressing room he would have taken a first touch but he is so confident. For his age, he is a really good finisher."

  Captain Van Dijk admitted, "I'm very pleased for Rio, I've said it to him already it all starts now, he has to keep working hard and stay humble but definitely have to enjoy this because these nights, you can't take them for granted if you're in his position."

  And Ngumoha himself added, "I think Dom [Szoboszlai] just knew I was there. He said to me in the changing room, 'I hoped you were there,' and then luckily he just looked, and then I was there. As the ball came, I just thought I could back myself to score and then…I don't even know, it's crazy."

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  For all the praise that has come his way, and this new contract is a reward for his bright start to the season, Ngumoha still has a long way to go at Liverpool. He has had two cameos off the bench in the Premier League this term, and the youngster had a quarter of an hour against Atletico Madrid; but he did get 75 minutes at home to Championship side Southampton in midweek.

  The England Under-19 international will hope to get some minutes away at unbeaten Crystal Palace in the league on Saturday, a side that beat them in the Community Shield final at Wembley in August. Before the Reds head off for the international break, Slot's team travel to Galatasaray in their next Champions League fixture on Tuesday, then head to Stamford Bridge in the league on October 4 to lock horns with Chelsea.

  This is a great opportunity for Liverpool, who have won all five of their league matches so far this campaign, to stretch their lead at the top of the table, with Slot's players already five points clear of the chasing pack.

Pratika Rawal has made one of the strongest starts to an ODI career by any batter, male or female. No woman has scored as many runs in their first six innings as Rawal has – 444 at an average of 74.00 – and only one man, South Africa’s Janneman Malan, has done better.On Wednesday, Rawal made her biggest splash yet, stroking 154 off 129 balls, adding 233 with her opening partner Smriti Mandhana, and helping India smash multiple records – including their biggest ODI total, 435 for 5 – during the third ODI against Ireland.Related

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Mandhana, India’s stand-in captain in the absence of Harmanpreet Kaur, was full of praise for Rawal after the match, and noted her versatility as one of her biggest strengths.”Yeah, really pleased with the way she’s batting,” Mandhana said of Rawal. “I feel [she] has a really calm head on her shoulders, knows what she’s doing, has I think both sort of games, where she can accelerate as well as play the defensive role, which is great as a batter to have.”To see her rise from the first one-dayer against West Indies [last month] to now is really nice, and good runner between the wickets as well, converts the ones into twos, which always helps in one-day cricket. So really happy for her, and I hope she keeps continuing her form, because it’s a big year for us [India are due to host the ODI World Cup in August-September].”‘Sometimes you have to go out and respect the conditions, but [on] wickets like these – if it’s in your slot, you have to go for it’•BCCI

India’s batters enjoyed a hugely productive series against Ireland, chasing down 239 in less than 35 overs in the first ODI and posting 370 in the second before Wednesday’s record-obliterating events. Mandhana felt that the Rajkot pitch was the kind where batters could play their shots with utmost freedom, and she certainly did on her way to scoring India’s fastest-ever ODI century, off 70 balls, and finishing with 135 off 80 balls.”I would love to carry this wicket [everywhere I go] as a batter for sure, but as a captain I don’t know. It’s a hard wicket to bowl on. But for me it was very clear than I wanted to go out and try and play shots which are in my arc, because it’s not every day that you get the opportunity to do that as an opening batter, because sometimes you have to go out and respect the conditions and play, but [on] wickets like these and the outfield – if it’s in your slot, you have to go for it.”There was no clear plan. I just said, if it’s in my arc, I’m going to go for it. Some days it comes off, some days it doesn’t. Today I’m happy that it came off.”Having posted a record total, India went on to defend it with aplomb, with spinners Deepti Sharma, Tanuja Kanwar and Minnu Mani sharing six wickets and help bundle Ireland out for 131. The 304-run win was India’s biggest in ODIs.Tanuja Kanwar picked up 2 for 31•BCCI

Ireland had batted through their 50 overs in the first two ODIs, but Mandhana felt India’s bowlers had been just as good in those two games – it was just that there was a bit more help for the spinners in the third ODI, with the same pitch being used through the series, and that Ireland’s batters had tried to play more shots in pursuit of their steep target.”I think today the wicket also gave a lot of assistance to our spinners, because it was the same wicket which was used in the first two ODIs as well, so there was a little bit of spin on offer,” Mandhana said. “I think first two one-dayers, there was not much in it, and also today they came out and were trying to play some shots, and sometimes, when the batters play shots, that’s the best time to get opportunity to get them out.”In the first two one-dayers I thought they were just trying to take a single or double, which again… it’s a hard wicket to bowl and try and get them out. I wouldn’t say that the bowlers did not do [well] in the first or second ODI. I think they bowled brilliantly in the first and second ODI as well, but today there was a little bit more in the wicket for them and, as I said, the batters playing shots helps.”For all the damage the spinners did, it was fast bowlers Titas Sadhu and Sayali Satghare who set the tone, taking two of the first three wickets to begin Ireland’s slide.”Yeah, I think they both bowled really well, got us the first two early wickets, which is always good to get with the new ball, sets the foundations for the spinners to come,” Mandhana said. “Saima [Thakor], Sayali, Titas, all three bowled really well throughout the three ODIs, and it’s a pretty difficult wicket and outfield to bowl [on], so really happy for them.”