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MLS looks toward Asia as next major market for talent
Vancouver, Jun 27 (AP/UNB) — Greg Anderson was supposed to be bound for Orlando, Florida, and the MLS player combine in his role as vice president of soccer operations for the Vancouver Whitecaps. He was hours from going to the airport when a phone call changed his itinerary.
BPL Football: Sheikh Jamal beat Arambagh KS 1-0
Dhaka, Jun 27 (UNB) – Sheikh Jamal Dhanmondi Club beat Arambagh Krira Sangha by 1-0 goal in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) Football at Rafiq Uddin Bhuiyan Stadium in Mymensingh on Thursday.
The league resumed on Thursday after a recess of nine days for the participation of Dhaka Abahani Limited in the AFC Cup matches.
Gambian forward Ebou Kanteh scored the match winner for Sheikh Jamal in the 46th minute of the day’s match.
With day’s feat, Sheikh Jamal DC remained at 6th slot securing 21 points with five wins, six draws and six losses while Arambagh remained in the 5th slot with their previous credit of 23 points with seven wins, two draws and eight losses.
Torreira back for Uruguay for Copa America quarterfinals
Salvador, Jun 27 (AP/UNB) — Uruguay midfielder Lucas Torreira says he will be able to play on Saturday when his team faces Peru in the Copa America quarterfinals.
Barcelona official denies club wants Neymar to return
Barcelona, Jun 27 (AP/UNB) — A Barcelona official has denied the Spanish soccer club is trying to bring back Neymar amid reports the Brazil striker wants to leave Paris Saint-Germain.
Neville relaxed going into England's quarterfinal vs Norway
Le Havre, Jun 27 (AP/UNB) — Facing his biggest match as a first-team manager, England's Phil Neville seemed remarkably relaxed with a day to go.
Women's World Cup: Fifa opens disciplinary proceedings against Cameroon
Dhaka, June 27 (UNB)- Fifa has opened disciplinary proceedings against Cameroon following their Women's World Cup last-16 loss to England in Valenciennes, reports BBC.
Ex-Liverpool midfielder pleads not guilty to assault charge
Dhaka, June 27 (UNB)- Former Germany and Liverpool midfielder Dietmar Hamann has pleaded not guilty after being charged with common assault in Australia, reports BBC.
Benfica considering £112.9m offer from Atletico Madrid for Portuguese teenager
Dhaka, June 27 (UNB) - Benfica have said they are considering an offer of 126m euros (£112.9m) from Atletico Madrid for Portuguese forward Joao Felix, reports BBC.
Investment pays off as Europe dominates Women’s World Cup
France, June27 (AP/UNB) — Even Netherlands forward Lineth Beerensteyn had to check that the number was right.
Salah scores as Egypt move into last 16 of Africa Cup of Nations
Dhaka, JUne 27 (UNB) - Mohamed Salah made one and scored one as hosts Egypt beat DR Congo 2-0 to move into the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations, reports BBC.