A dramatic last minute winner gave Al Sadd, skippered by Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez, victory in the Emir Cup final on Friday, Qatar’s biggest domestic cup competition. The match was played in the newly refurbished Khalifa International Stadium, the first 2022 World Cup venue to be completed. Among those watching on in the 40,000-seater air-conditioned … Read more
Saudi giants Al Hilal progressed to the knockout phase of the AFC Champions League but Qatar’s Al Rayyan must wait after suffering one of their worst drubbings in recent memory on Monday. Al Hilal picked up a valuable point following a goalless draw against Iran’s Persepolis that secured them a top two finish in Group … Read more
Manchester City playmaker David Silva is considered to be one of the finest creative talents in world football, which should come as no surprise given that he idolised Michael Laudrup growing up. The legendary Denmark international graced the books of Barcelona and Real Madrid during his playing days, while also turning out for Brondby, Juventus, … Read more