The South Australia pace bowler gave Australia captain Steven Smith a thorough working-over in the Shield fixture last week, and is focused on staying fit and pitching in good performances to stay in contention

Daniel Brettig01-Nov-2017Not many job candidates get the chance to duel face-to-face with their prospective boss, but that’s more or less exactly the scenario that confronted fast bowler Chadd Sayers in Adelaide when bowling to the Australia captain Steven Smith in a Sheffield Shield match last week.Sayers now believes a striking spell to defeat Smith should hold him in good stead for selection discussions during an Ashes summer in which there is only a slim chance of the hosts’ pace-bowling line-up remaining unchanged throughout the five Tests.On day one of the floodlit Shield fixture between South Australia and New South Wales, Sayers gave Smith a thorough working over, squaring him up repeatedly with deliveries moving away from the bat and then pinning him lbw in the first innings by running one back the other way towards middle stump. Smith’s anger at his dismissal was plain to see, but Sayers hopes the episode will be looked kindly upon in coming weeks by Smith and the national coach and selector Darren Lehmann, who was also in attendance at Adelaide Oval.”It was nice to get a couple decent wickets, especially Steven Smith to show him the stuff I have to offer I guess,” Sayers said in Adelaide. “You’ve got to play hard against him and show him what you’ve got. To get him out like I did was good for my prospects of playing Test cricket. He’s only the captain, not a selector, so it was nothing personal, he’s a great bloke and I get along with him well.”Sayers has been close to Australian selection twice before: first, he was a part of the Test squad that went to New Zealand in February 2016, and then when he was 12th man in the day-night Test against South Africa in Adelaide late last year. In both cases it was the tightest of calls between Sayers and Jackson Bird, but the Redbacks’ crafty spearhead is optimistic that this time things could fall his way in the event of injuries during the Test summer.”I want to play at the highest level I can, and the next level up is Australia,” Sayers said. “I’ve just got to keep putting my best foot forward and putting performances on the board for South Australia and trying to win games.”I know the big three quicks are going to get the first crack at it. I’m just going to keep putting performances on the board, help South Australia win and be fit and firing if the opportunity comes. I’d like to think that I’d be in the mix of one or two [next in line].”Less forthcoming was the West Australian Nathan Coulter-Nile, who also bowled well in the opening Shield round, as part of the Warriors attack which razed Tasmania for 63, and added some more than handy lower-order runs as well. Despite his strong displays on the recent limited-overs tour of India, Coulter-Nile was adamant that Bird remained ahead of him in the queue.”Absolutely not, unless something drastic happens to the three big quicks,” Coulter-Nile said in Perth when asked whether he thought he would play in the Ashes. “Also Birdy [Jackson Bird]. We saw Birdy bowl out here and he was unbelievable. I hadn’t seen him bowl in a while, he was difficult to face all game. Those four have probably got the first crack at it but five Tests in a row is hard work so hopefully I can be there or thereabouts when the time comes.”Another potential Test aspirant is Daniel Hughes, the New South Wales left-hander thrust onto centre stage when Smith chose to drop last season’s leading Shield runmaker, Ed Cowan, to make room for the 28-year-old. In Adelaide, Hughes vindicated the decision by making an important 57 at No. 6 to ensure the Blues built a match-winning first-innings advantage, and indicated that the whole episode had given him pause as to his international readiness.”It’s a long list of guys for that no. 6 spot in the first Test, isn’t it, so it’ll be interesting to see who they go with,” Hughes said. “I’m ready. I’m 28 now, I’ve been playing professional cricket for six years. I’m more mature now, I’m ready to go – I’ve never been more ready for an opportunity if I get it.”It was a bit surprise when I heard [Smith] him say that [Hughes had Test potential]. The whole Ed Cowan thing was a surprise to me as well; he played extremely well last year and he’s played well for a number of years now. Ed’s scored lots of runs, and I’m in good form so it was nice to get the nod from the captain. I actually got a text off him [Cowan] before the game. He said, I know it’s been a bit of a circus the last week but I want you to know that I wish you all the best and I hope that you do go out there and score a 100 and put your name in lights.”

Aston Villa are growing in “frustration” in their pursuit of Galatasaray star Nicolo Zaniolo, and a reliable journalist has shared details of the official offer that’s been made.

Is Nicolo Zaniolo leaving Galatasaray?

The Italy international only arrived at the Rams Park Stadium from AS Roma back in February, but having majorly impressed during his 12 starts since putting pen to paper last season, he’s caught the eye of NSWE and Unai Emery in England.

The Super Lig’s attacking midfielder still has another four years to run on his contract as a result of joining Okan Buruk’s side just months ago, but that hasn’t stopped the Villa boss from “working on a deal” for his target, with Monchi already knowing the player having been the man who signed him at Roma.

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Speaking during his pre-match press conference ahead of today’s opening game of the Premier League season vs Newcastle, Emery was asked whether he was looking to bolster his ranks in the final third, specifically with the addition of the 24-year-old, to which he replied:

“Zaniolo is not a striker. He is versatile. He can play as a striker, a number seven or a number 10 and he is one of those on our list, with the qualities he has, to help us. He is one on the list and there are others."

Are Aston Villa signing Nicolo Zaniolo?

Taking to Twitter X, Fabrizio Romano revealed that Aston Villa have now tabled an opening proposal for Zaniolo, but admitted that the board are losing their patience over how long it’s taking Galatasaray to make a decision whether to accept or decline the offer. He wrote:

“EXCL: Aston Villa submitted official bid for Nicolo Zaniolo. €3m loan fee. Salary covered. €20m buy option clause. €7m add-ons up to potential €27m [£23m] package in case Villa will buy Zaniolo. …still waiting for Gala’s final answer, frustration growing.”

How many goals has Nicolo Zaniolo scored?

At Galatasaray last season, Zaniolo managed to clock up six goal contributions (five goals and one assist) in 12 appearances after signing on the dotted line whilst averaging 2.2 shots per league game in the Serie A, the type of form which has previously seen him dubbed a “lethal playmaker” by journalist Zach Lowy.

The Massa native is also a versatile operator having been deployed in six different positions over the pitch since the start of his career, including in central midfield and everywhere across the frontline alongside his usual role, so he would be a great option for Emery to have in the building should any unexpected injuries occur.

Standing at 6 foot 2, Zaniolo has additionally already been successful at the level that the Midlands outfit are trying to get to having won the Europa Conference League back in 2021/22, so for a player who’s already been there and done it, bringing him to the club really is a no-brainer of a decision to make and the board will be hoping that they see their bid accepted in the coming days.

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Pela 5ª rodada do Campeonato Brasileiro da Série B, em pleno no estádio Santa Cruz, o Figueirense venceu por o Botafogo-SP por 1 a 0 e conquistou sua primeira vitória na competição. Com o resultado, os catarinenses saíram da zona de rebaixamento. Agora, o Figueira subiu para 11ª colocação e soma 4 pontos. O Pantera permanece com 6 pontos e está em 9º.

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Na próxima rodada, o Botafogo-SP visita o Juventude, no Alfredo Jaconi. O Figueirense recebe o Confiança, no Orlando Scarpelli. Ambos os jogos serão realizado no dia 29 de agosto.

A partida

Botafogo-SP começou o jogo melhor, mas o Figueirense poderia ter a chance de abrir o marcador logo aos 11 minutos. O árbitro não viu que Elicarlos colocou o braço na bola dentro da área e a penalidade máxima acabou não sendo marcada.

O Pantera continuou ligeiramente melhor no jogo e por pouco não inaugurou o marcador aos 15 minutos. Matheus Anjos cobrou falta na área, Wellington Tanque cabeceou e a bola na trave.

O Botafogo-SP continuou melhor e dominando todas as ações da partida. O Figueirense mostrava dificuldade para criar jogadas e o melhor que conseguia fazer era se defender das investidas da equipe paulista.

Quando não era defesa do Figueira quem salvava, a falta de pontaria do ataque do Botafogo-SP era quem evitava que o placar fosse aberto. E foi o que aconteceu após cruzamento de Luketa, que Wellington Tanque, sozinho, cabeceou para fora.

O Figueirense só assustou no finalzinho da etapa inicial. Lucas acertou belo passe, Marquinho bem posicionado cabeceou bem, mas a bola foi para fora.

No segundo tempo, tudo foi diferente. O Figueirense voltou outro time. Os catarinenses criaram boas chances de perigo e pressionaram demais o time do Botafogo-SP.

E a pressão deu resultado. Aos 16 minutos, Diego Gonçalves acertou belo lançamento para Keké. O atacante dominou, invadiu a área e tocou por cima do goleiro Darley para abrir o marcador: 1 a 0 Figueirense.

Poucos minutos após o gol, o treinador do Pantera fez logo três substituições e foi para cima em busca do empate. O time paulista criou ótimas chances para igualar o marcador, mas Sidão salvou o Figueira em finalizações de Valdemir e Wellington Tanque.

O tempo passava e o Botafogo-SP se lançou de vez para o ataque, deixando espaços atrás. Mas o Figueirense não conseguia aproveitar os contra-ataques para matar o jogo. Em um desses, Diego teve uma grande chance, mas ao tentar um drible a mais ele acabou perdendo a chance.

Nos acréscimos, o Pantera foi para o abafa atrás do gol de empate, mas a defesa do Figueira conseguiu segurar bem a pressão e garantir a primeira vitória da equipe catarinense na Série B.

Glasgow Rangers have recently completed their eighth summer signing of the transfer window, managing to lure striker Danilo from Dutch side Feyenoord.

Could signing number nine be just around the corner however? As Michael Beale is looking to further bolster his first team squad ahead of the 2023/24 Premiership campaign.

Are Rangers close to signing Jose Cifuentes?

Fan media outlet Four Lads Had a Dream offered an update on the player, tweeting: “Jose Cifuentes will arrive in Glasgow this midweek, as per multiple previous reports.

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“Everything is agreed and in place to join immediately.

“It’s been a long protracted deal but management are excited about this.”

It appears as though signing number nine is basically a done deal and with the Champions League qualifiers just around the corner, it could be a wise move for Beale to bring in the Ecuadorian this summer as supposed to January 2024, when his Los Angeles FC contract expires.

How good is Jose Cifuentes?

The midfielder enjoyed a productive 2022 MLS season for LAFC, ranking second in the squad for big chances created (11), while also ranking third for successful dribbles (1.5) and tackles (1.8) per game, suggesting that he could offer both attacking and defensive qualities to the Rangers midfield.

With Glen Kamara looking likely to leave this summer and Ryan Jack out of contract at the end of the season, Cifuentes could form a solid partnership with Nicolas Raskin in the heart of the midfield.

Could Beale perhaps have a dream future partner for the talented 24-year-old however? As Cole McKinnon shone for Partick Thistle whilst on loan last term.

Who is Cole McKinnon?

The 20-year-old has already made his senior debut for the Ibrox side, featuring against Hearts on the final day of the 2021/22 campaign, even managing to score a goal, giving the supporters a glimpse of his vast talents.

Following that impressive cameo, he joined Partick on a season long loan deal and journalist Jordan Campbell praised him, saying: “Understand Rangers midfielder Cole McKinnon, who signed a new three-year deal yesterday, is expected to join Partick Thistle on loan.

“The 19-year-old is highly rated at Ibrox and scored in the final league game of last season. Goes box-to-box and has a knack of getting a goal.”

The youngster certainly took his chance during his stint in the Championship, featuring 31 times across all competitions and even registering six goal contributions – three goals and three assists – which is a solid return from the centre of midfield.

McKinnon looks like he could add a reliable goal threat from the midfield and would compliment Cifutenes well, who has displayed a tenacious nature during his spell at LAFC and enjoys winning the physical battles in the middle of the pitch.

The Gers prodigy has also been capped for the Scotland U21 side, making two appearances and the future is clearly bright for him, at both club and national level.

Another loan spell, this time at a club in the Premiership, would certainly stand him in good stead should he aim to challenge for a spot next to Cifuentes in the Gers midfield in the years to come.

Leeds United are in desperate need of reinforcements over the remaining few weeks of the transfer window, and now a new update has emerged on the club's pursuit of a potential transfer target.

Who could Leeds sign?

According to Last Word On Sports, Leeds are considering a move for Aston Villa talent Cameron Archer.

As per the report, the Whites are keen to add another centre-forward to their squad this summer and the youthful striker is one of the names being considered by the club's hierarchy.

How good is Cameron Archer?

Whilst Daniel Farke will have many areas of the squad he will be keen to bolster in the coming days and weeks, the striker role is a position that needs addressing as soon as possible.

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Spanish goal machine Rodrigo made a permanent move to the Saudi Pro League this summer, while Patrick Bamford has suffered yet another setback after picking up a hamstring injury in pre-season and Georgino Rutter has only just returned from his own knock.

This has left Farke with only Joe Gelhardt to deploy in one of the most important roles on the pitch and has so far been uninspiring – with not a single shot on or off target in their most recent outing against Birmingham City.

As a result, the signing of Archer – who has a reported £20m price tag – would be a great piece of business for Leeds as they desperately search for ways to improve the squad at Elland Road and comfortably compete in the Championship this season.

The Aston Villa academy graduate has been going from strength to strength in his development over the last 12 months, with a successful six-month loan with Middlesbrough in the second tier last season and this summer won the European Championship with the England U21s.

Over 20 appearances last season, the 21-year-old sensation scored 11 goals, registered six assists and created five big chances, as well as averaging 1.1 successful dribbles, 1.3 key passes and 1.9 shots on goal per game, according to SofaScore.

Archer's performances in the final third at the Riverside Stadium led to high praise from head coach and Manchester United legend Michael Carrick:

"He’s smart and he’s clever. His link-up play and all-round game, for being a little bit smaller, he uses his body really well. All round it was a really good performance and getting his goals is obviously a massive lift for him."

In fact, only Rodrigo scored more goals (15) over the entire Premier League campaign last season for Leeds than Archer did in six months on Teesside, a testament to how poor the west Yorkshire side's efforts in front of goal have become and proof as to how important this signing could be.

When comparing Archer's output with Bamford's last season, the Villa talent comfortably outperformed his more experienced position competitor in a number of key attributes including goal contributions (17 v 6), shots on target rate (45.9% v 33.3%), shot-creating actions per 90 (2.79 v 1.60), goal-creating actions per 90 (1.02 v 0.36) and successful take-ons (46.8% v 32.4%), as per FBref.

With that being said, it would be a no-brainer for Leeds to snap up the services of Archer this summer as he could add crucial depth in the centre-forward role and significantly improve the goal threat at Elland Road over the long campaign ahead.

Chris Morris’ search for speed caused the back injury that has sidelined him for the last four months. As a result, he has had to modify his action.Morris suffered a lower-back problem in England in August, which ruled him out of the fourth Test in Manchester and all action since. He expects to make a return midway through the Ram Slam, for the Titans, and when he does, it will not be at the expense of pace but with a smoother, better approach which the new coach Ottis Gibson has helped him with.”I’ve had a few tweaks in my action that Ottis has changed. I had to iron it out because it wasn’t good enough – simple as that,” Morris said at the Ram Slam launch in Johannesburg. “I think in striving for a bit of extra pace, there was some twisting in my action. I’ve got quite a bad kick-out with my left foot before I land. I was getting lazy and doing quite a lot of twisting, which caused a lot of pressure on my lower back and inevitably caused the injury.”A hallmark of Morris’ performances in England was his pace, particularly when Faf du Plessis gave him freedom to “be aggressive and bowl fast.” The directive paid off in the short term as Morris dismissed Joe Root and Alastair Cook in an impressive spell at Trent Bridge but caused a long-term concern.Though Morris did not break or tear anything, he suffered inflammation and strain in the muscles of the lower back. If left untreated, it could have caused a stress fracture. Part of the treatment was making the changes to his action that should keep Morris symptom-free, though he knows he may respond adversely at any time.”If I didn’t get injured I still would have had to change my action. In bowling, you like to work in straight lines, and I was working along the wrong lines. That’s where the injury came along,” he explained. “We can’t re-scan the same injury because we’d see the same thing the whole time. So we work on symptoms – if there is pain you stop, otherwise you play. I’ve got to trust the gym and rehab, all the things I’ve been doing behind the scenes since my injury happened.”Like Morris, Dale Steyn, Morne Morkel, Vernon Philander and Wayne Parnell have also been doing undergoing intensive rehabilitation. Philander also had a lower back problem and returned to action in the first-class competition, with good results – he took five wickets and scored 80 for the Cobras. Steyn, Morkel and Parnell will all be back at some stage of the Ram Slam, which means that when the time comes for choosing a Test squad – first to face Zimbabwe in the inaugural four-day Test on Boxing Day and then to play India – there will be competition.Gibson has already flung the door open for Steyn, saying as long as the premier pacer thinks he can make it through a match, he will play. Morris cannot expect the same hospitality, given his relative inexperience especially at Test level. But he was encouraged by Gibson’s approach and is confident he can work his way back.”It’s always good to know that the coach is backing the guys who aren’t playing, especially with injuries because that’s part of the game,” Morris said. “If a youngster is better than me he must play, it’s as simple as that, but I’m always going to be fighting for my spot because playing for South Africa is what I want to do. If I never play for South Africa again it’s cool, but I’m going to give it my best shot. I’m obviously champing at the bit. It hurt me quite a lot to see the guys running around this morning and playing soccer, so I’ve got quite a lot of motivation.”Morris is particularly looking forward to working more with Gibson, whose experience with England he is hoping to draw on.”I’ve only had a week and a half with him and he’s been excellent. In England, he had the fortune of working with the best new-ball attack in the world in my opinion. If they’ve rubbed off on him, as a South African bowling attack we’re going to be richer for it,” Morris said. “He’s been doing this for a long time and has a lot of experience. It’s quite clear what our plans are going forward as a team. We’re in a happy space, and it’s quite exciting.”

Chelsea could submit a bid in the coming days for Real Valladolid defender Ivan Fresneda with the aim of bringing him to the Premier League, according to fresh reports.

Who is Ivan Fresneda?

Fresneda is naturally a right-back who has plied his trade at the Jose Zorrilla Stadium ever since his childhood days, having graduated from the club’s academy to get promoted to Paulo Pezzolano’s first team last summer, as per Transfermarkt, where he made 26 senior appearances in his debut season.

The Spain youth international’s contract isn’t set to expire for another two years, but having emerged as his side’s fourth best-performing defensive player during the previous campaign, he’s already attracted interest from Arsenal, Newcastle United, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in England.

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Mauricio Pochettino will need to enter the market for a new recruit in the 18-year-old’s position to provide competition for Reece James, having sanctioned the sale of Cesar Azpilicueta to Atletico Madrid on a free transfer, and if the following update is to be believed the teenager has been earmarked as an ideal candidate.

Are Chelsea signing Ivan Fresneda?

According to Spanish outlet AS (via Sport Witness), Chelsea could table a bid for Fresneda "in the next few days" and have emerged as a "serious" contender to secure his services before the end of the summer transfer window. The Blues "want" the teenager and are closely "watching" his situation, with Barcelona also in the mix.

The Blaugrana recently submitted an offer of €15m (£12m) but that "wasn't enough", and whilst his specific price tag isn't mentioned, it's stated that it "wouldn't be an expensive battle" for Todd Boehly to join.

How much does Ivan Fresneda earn?

At Real Valladolid, Fresneda only pockets £2.8k-per-week which would make him the lowest-earner at Chelsea, so he’d be an extremely cheap player to recruit, not to mention how much of an exciting signing he could be for the long-term future of the club under Pochettino.

The LIAN Sports Group client last season ranked in the 92nd percentile for most clearances and blocks, alongside winning 34 of his tackles over the course of the campaign which was the second-highest success rate throughout his squad, via FBRef, so loves to get stuck in and win back possession for his team.

The Madrid native also has the versatility to operate in four different positions across the pitch, including slightly higher up on both the left and right side of the midfield and even at centre-back alongside his usual role, so he would be able to easily adapt to the boss’ needs should he ever want to switch up his team selection.

The Blues will know that they can’t expect too much too soon from Fresneda with him still being a teenager and very much getting used to senior football, but having been hailed a “class” player by talent scout Jacek Kulig, he’s a real star in the making and someone who would undoubtedly flourish ever further under the guidance of the Argentine.

Erling Haaland, the Norwegian goal machine, has rapidly risen to prominence in the early stages of his career, captivating fans worldwide with his remarkable talent and goal-scoring prowess.

Born on July 21, 2000, Haaland made his professional debut with Norwegian side Bryne FK in 2016. He began to show just how prolific he was in front of goal during two seasons with Modle in Norway. However, it was his move to Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg in January 2019 that truly marked the start of his meteoric rise.

During his time at Salzburg, Haaland shattered records and etched his name in football history. In the 2019-2020 UEFA Champions League campaign, he became the first player to score in his first five consecutive appearances. His exceptional form earned him a move to German giants Borussia Dortmund in January 2020, where he continued his goalscoring exploits.

Haaland's combination of speed, strength and clinical finishing has resulted in astonishing statistics. His tally of goals in his late teens and early twenties is unparalleled, even drawing comparisons to some of the game's greatest legends. The striker's ability to find the net consistently has propelled him to multiple awards, including the 2020 Golden Boy Award.

Erling Haaland at Molde

Haaland's football journey took a significant step forward during his time at Molde FK in Norway. Joining the club's youth ranks in 2017, he quickly made his mark on the senior team. In his debut season in 2017, he showcased his potential with four goals in his first three appearances.

However, it was in the 2018/2019 season that Haaland truly made waves, finishing as the top scorer in the Norwegian top-flight league, Eliteserien, with 12 goals in 25 appearances. His exceptional performances earned him a move to Austrian club Red Bull Salzburg in January 2019.

Haaland's time at Molde was instrumental in his development as a goalscoring phenomenon, and his achievements there laid the foundation for his subsequent successes.

Erling Haaland at RB Salzburg

Haaland's tenure at RB Salzburg from January 2019 to January 2020 saw him get better and better. The young Norwegian striker made an immediate impact, showcasing his extraordinary talent on the European stage.

In the 2019-2020 UEFA Champions League campaign, Haaland's remarkable feat of scoring eight goals in his first six group stage matches garnered attention worldwide. His blistering pace, physicality and clinical finishing left opponents stunned. This accomplishment, coupled with his earlier achievements, earned him the prestigious Golden Boy award in 2020.

Beyond the Champions League, Haaland's domestic performances were equally impressive. During his time at Salzburg, he scored a total of 29 goals in just 27 appearances in the Austrian Bundesliga. This incredible scoring rate emphasized his prolific nature and established him as one of the hottest young prospects in world football.

One of the most memorable moments of his time at Salzburg came when he scored a hat-trick against Genk in the Champions League, becoming the third-youngest player to achieve this feat in the history of the competition. His time with the Austrian club served as a springboard for his subsequent move to Borussia Dortmund in Germany.

Haaland's Honours at RB Salzburg

Austrian Bundesliga (1)

2018/2019

Austrian Cup (1)

2018/2019

Erling Haaland at Borussia Dortmund

Erling Haaland's arrival at Borussia Dortmund in January 2020 marked the beginning of a new chapter in his burgeoning football career, and the Norwegian sensation continued to build on his already impressive reputation.

Haaland's debut for Borussia Dortmund was nothing short of spectacular, as he scored a hat-trick against FC Augsburg just 23 minutes after coming on as a substitute. This stunning introduction set the tone for his time at the club, as he consistently found the back of the net with astonishing regularity.

In the second half of the 2019-2020 season, Haaland scored an impressive 16 goals in just 18 Bundesliga appearances. His combination of physical strength, lightning-fast pace and clinical finishing made him a nightmare for defenders. He continued to shine in the UEFA Champions League as well, finishing the season with a total of 10 goals in the competition.

The 2020-2021 season saw Haaland's star continue to rise. He maintained his exceptional goal-scoring form, netting 27 goals in 28 Bundesliga matches and 10 goals in the Champions League. His performance against Sevilla in the Round of 16, where he scored both goals in a 2-2 draw, showcased his ability to thrive in high-pressure situations. He ended that season with 41 goals in as many first-team appearances. The following season, he continued his outstanding rate of scoring with 29 goals in just 30 appearances in all competitions.

Haaland's achievements at Borussia Dortmund are highlighted not only by his goal-scoring prowess but also by the numerous records he set during his time in Germany. He became the youngest player in Bundesliga history to reach 25 goals and the quickest to score 20 goals in the competition. His consistency and impact on the team's success earned him the nickname "The Terminator" among fans.

Apart from his individual accomplishments, Haaland's presence and contributions helped Borussia Dortmund secure top-four finishes in the Bundesliga and make notable progress in European competitions. Despite his individual successes, though, he was only able to help Dortmund to one DFB-Pokal trophy during his time at the club.

As one of the most sought-after talents in world football, Haaland's time at Borussia Dortmund was a pivotal phase in his career, so it was no surprise when it was announced he would be joining legendary manager Pep Guardiola at Premier League giants Manchester City in the summer of 2022. He ended his Dortmund career with an astonishing 86 goals in 89 first-team appearances.

Haalands Honours at Borussia Dortmund

DFB-Pokal (1)

2020/2021

Erling Haaland at Manchester City

Haaland joined Man City in July 2022 after the Premier League champions activated his £51.2m release clause.

On his Premier League debut in August, the Norway international scored both goals in a 2-0 win over West Ham and by the end of the month, he already had two hat-tricks to his name after bagging trebles against Crystal Palace and Nottingham Forest. By then, it was clear the Premier League had a goalscoring phenomenon on their hands.

Haaland then scored a brace on his Champions League debut for Manchester City, before becoming the first Premier League player in history to score a hat-trick in three successive home games. In doing so, he also set the record for the fastest player to three Premier League hat-tricks, which he achieved in just eight games. The previous record was held by Michael Owen, who reached that milestone in 48 games. By the end of 2022, Haaland already had 20 goals in just 14 Premier League games.

In March 2023, the explosive striker scored five goals in a Champions League clash against RB Leipzig, becoming only the third player to do so after Lionel Messi and Adriano. It was a haul that also took him to 39 goals in all competitions, which broke Man City's club record for most goals scored in a single season, which had been held by Tommy Johnson since 1928/1929.

By the end of his first season in England, Haaland had more records under his belt. His 36 Premier League goals set a record for the most goals scored in a single season, while he also broke the record for most goal contributions (goals & assists) in a single season, previously held by Thierry Henry. On top of all that, the striker won the European Golden Shoe and the Premier League golden boot.

It would prove to be the dream first season for Haaland in England as, on top of all of his personal records, milestones and a record of 52 goals in 53 games, Man City went on to win a historic treble – the Premier League, FA Cup and Champions League.

At the beginning of his second season at Man City, Haaland netted a brace against Burnley on the opening day of the new Premier League season before Manchester City beat Sevilla on penalties to win their first UEFA Super Cup title, taking Haaland's trophy count to four since his signed for the club 13 months earlier.

To-date, his career record at the age of just 23 is an astonishing 209 goals in 256 first-team club appearances.

Haaland's Honours at Man City

Premier League (1)

2022/2023

FA Cup (1)

2022/2023

UEFA Champions League (1)

2022/2023

UEFA Super Cup (1)

2023

Erling Haaland with Norway

Erling Haaland's international career with the Norwegian national team has been characterized by his prolific scoring and potential to become a footballing icon for his country.

Making his debut on September 5, 2019, he swiftly asserted his impact by becoming Norway's youngest-ever scorer in a European Championship qualifier against Sweden.

Haaland's scoring prowess continued to shine as he netted crucial goals during the UEFA Nations League and World Cup qualifiers. His remarkable record includes becoming the first teenager to score in five consecutive UEFA European Championship qualifiers.

Since his 2019 debut, Haaland has netted 24 goals in just 25 appearances for Norway.

Erling Haaland's Personal Accolades & Records

Erling Haaland's remarkable football journey is punctuated by a slew of personal records and prestigious awards that underscore his extraordinary goalscoring talent.

His rapid ascent began with becoming the youngest player to score a hat-trick on his Bundesliga debut in January 2020, a feat achieved within just 23 minutes for Borussia Dortmund.

In the 2019-2020 UEFA Champions League, Haaland set a new record by becoming the fastest player to reach 10 goals in the competition, a milestone accomplished in just seven appearances. This astonishing form led to his inclusion in the UEFA Champions League Squad of the Season.

The coveted Golden Boy Award, bestowed upon him in 2020, marked his status as the best young footballer in Europe. His prolific goal-scoring continued, with records like being the youngest player to score 20 goals in Bundesliga history.

Haaland's legacy also extends to his national team, where he became the youngest player to score for Norway in a European Championship qualifier. These records and accolades are a testament to his immense talent and his potential to shape the footballing landscape for years to come.

Haaland's Personal Honours

European Golden Shoe (1)

2022/2023

Austrian Footballer of the Year (1)

2019

Bundesliga Player of the Season (1)

2020/2021

Bundesliga Team of the Season (2)

2020/2021, 2021/2022

FWA Football of the Year (1)

2022/2023

Premier League Player of the Season (1)

2022/2023

Premier League Young Player of the Season (1)

2022/2023

Premier League Golden Boot (1)

2022/2023

Golden Boy

2020

Norwegian Sportsperson of the Year (1)

2020

UEFA Champions League Team of the Season (2)

2020/2021, 2022/2023

UEFA Champions League Top Scorer (2)

2020/2021, 2022/2023

UEFA Nations League Top Scorer (2)

2020/2021, 2022/2023

FIFA FIFPRO World XI (2)

2021, 2022

Manchester City Player of the Season (1)

2022/2023

تحدث محمد أشرف روقا لاعب وسط الفريق الأول لكرة القدم بنادي الزمالك عن مباراة نهضة بركان في نهائي الكونفدرالية.

ويستعد الزمالك لخوض مواجهة مرتقبة أمام نهضة بركان المغربي في إياب نهائي بطولة الكونفدرالية، على ملعب استاد القاهرة الدولي، يوم الأحد المقبل، بعد أن خسر ذهابًا بهدفين مقابل هدف.

وقال روقا في تصريحات على هامش الأنشطة الإعلامية للاتحاد الأفريقي لكرة القدم ” كاف” للمباراة النهائية لكأس الكونفدرالية : “جاهزون بنسبة 100% للمباراة”.

مران الزمالك | مشاركة نيمار بعد وفاة والده.. والنزول بالحمل البدني للاعبين

وأضاف خلال تصريحاته: “نتسلح بعاملي الأرض والجمهور الذي سيؤازر الفريق في اللقاء”. 

وأردف: “سنلعب بالضغط المبكر على المنافس من أول دقيقة حتى آخر دقيقة من المباراة، ولن نقبل أن يأتي أي منافس مع كامل احترامنا له ويحصد اللقب على أرضنا”.

وأتم: “كل اللاعبين لا يحتاجون لنصيحة، هم يعرفون جيدا قيمة المباراة وأهميتها، هذه أخر مباراة في البطولة وسنبذل قصارى جهدنا من أجل حصد اللقب وإسعاد الجماهير”.

ويطمح الزمالك في المضي قدمًا نحو تعويض فارق الهدف في مباراة الإياب واقتناص لقب بطولة الكونفدرالية للمرة الثانية في تاريخه.

James Sutherland said the growing viewership numbers made women’s cricket in the country the “single most significant growth opportunity” for Cricket Australia

Daniel Brettig06-Nov-2017More than half a million viewers tuned in to watch the third women’s Ashes ODI on television, in the strongest sign yet of what Cricket Australia’s chief executive James Sutherland has called the game’s “single most significant growth opportunity”.The audience for the third ODI, won by England at Coffs Harbour on Sunday October 29, peaked at a national audience of 512,568 on the Nine network’s main channel during the afternoon session, with an average of 312,787, after programmers chose to move the match from the digital channel 9Gem, where the first match of the series attracted a peak afternoon audience of 281,394.In a telling reminder of the importance of free-to-air deals to expand cricket’s audience, the peak figure was greater than the 467,000 viewers recorded nationally across Britain for Sky’s coverage of the final day of the first men’s Ashes Test in Cardiff in 2015.At the same time, it provided further evidence for CA to press ahead with plans to make October a month for standalone women’s fixtures, such as the ICC World Twenty20 tournament in 2020 and also the Women’s Big Bash League, which is under consideration for movement to a separate time slot from the men’s tournament that takes place in December and January.”Cricket is an incredibly popular sport – but the sports and entertainment market is extremely competitive and changing all the time. To ensure cricket’s sustainable future as a mainstream sport, we can’t afford to take anything for granted,” Sutherland told ESPNcricinfo. “We strongly believe that growing cricket as a sport of choice for women and girls is our game’s single most significant growth opportunity. It is an extremely important initiative within our recently adopted five-year strategic plan.”In recent seasons we have seen the WBBL played in front of large crowds and drawing strong TV audiences on Network Ten. The competition is the best women’s league in the world. For us domestically, it not only provides clarity on the pathway to our national team, but exposes the tremendous depth of female talent in this country. We will continue to explore our scheduling to enable our women’s matches to attract the highest possible levels of fan support.”Earlier this year, the ICC approved our request to separate the Women’s World T20 event from the men’s – and so the women’s event to be played in February-March 2020 will precede the men’s event which will be in October-November. Just as we have with the World T20, we are looking to find discreet windows in the calendar where we can promote the women’s game so as to attract ever higher audiences at match and on TV.”Entering into CA’s next round of domestic broadcast rights negotiations, the television pulling-power of the women’s game is a significant change in the value of any prospective deals, much as the creation of the BBL in 2011 impacted on the 2013 contracts signed with Nine and Ten.The purchase of the BBL rights by Ten in 2013 for about A$20 million a season over five years was considered a gamble at the time, but the tournament’s consistently strong broadcast audiences have now raised estimates of the tournaments rights value to as much as three times that amount. Just as CA was able to convince broadcasters that domestic cricket could be a viable option for free-to-air television, the governing body is now hopeful of doing likewise with the women’s game.”Following on from the hugely successful World Cup in England, we are seeing women’s cricket continue grow in popularity and we are delighted to see cricket fans’ appreciation of the women’s game reflected in ever increasing crowds and TV audiences,” Sutherland said. “The Nine Network’s broadcast of the ODI series has been outstanding, and to see the final ODI match televised on the main channel attracting a very significant audience was further indication of the growing appetite for the women’s game.”It is especially pleasing to see our Australian team attracting the support they have during this women’s Ashes series. This public support has been reflected in the exceptional media coverage including the outstanding access through the free-to-air broadcast on Nine.”At the same time, strong television audiences are likely to aid CA in another goal – that of growing female participation numbers of in the game. “In the short term for the rest of this summer, we’re all about providing the platform to ensure we keep pushing the fantastic story of this squad and their performances in the Ashes,” Sutherland said.”There is no doubt that their feats and growing profile is inspiring the next generation of girls to play and love cricket. Female participation numbers will be up strongly again this year, with huge growth expected in the number of girls teams at school and club level.”