The Euro 2024 quarterfinal match between the Netherlands and Turkiye features several key talking points, including the absence of suspended players Donyell Malen for the Dutch and Merih Demiral for Turkiye. Malen’s suspension is due to accumulated yellow cards, while Demiral faces a two-match ban for making a controversial gesture after his team’s victory against Austria.
Donyell Malen, a key player for the Netherlands, will miss their Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash against Turkey due to a suspension. He received his second yellow card of the tournament in the last match, automatically resulting in a one-game ban.
England survived a late scare to defeat Switzerland 5-3 in a penalty shootout, booking their spot in the Euro 2024 semifinals. After a drab first half, Breel Embolo gave Switzerland the lead, but Bukayo Saka equalized with a fine strike. Jordan Pickford was the hero in the shootout, saving Manuel Akanji’s penalty, sending England into a semifinal clash against either Turkey or the Netherlands.
England and Switzerland battled to a 1-1 draw after regulation time in their Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash, sending the match into extra time. Yann Sommer, the Swiss goalkeeper, has a mixed record when facing penalties, making him a key figure in the potential shootout.
India’s leg-spinner Ravi Bishnoi expressed disappointment after the team’s unexpected defeat to Zimbabwe in the first T20I, emphasizing the need for a stronger performance in the second match. He highlighted the lack of partnerships as a key factor in the loss and praised Zimbabwe’s bowling and fielding. Bishnoi also acknowledged the responsibility of young players to carry the team forward after the retirement of senior players.
Shivam Singh’s blistering 78 off 51 balls powered Dindigul Dragons to a 16-run victory over Trichy Grand Cholas in the Tamil Nadu Premier League (TNPL). Meanwhile, Siechem Madurai Panthers staged a remarkable comeback to defeat SKM Salem Spartans in a nail-biting finish.
England and Switzerland played out a thrilling 1-1 draw in their Euro 2024 quarterfinal clash, setting the stage for a penalty shootout to decide the winner. Both teams traded goals in the late stages of regulation time, leaving the outcome hanging in the balance. The penalty shootout will be England’s ninth, with a mixed record in past encounters.
The third quarterfinal match of the 2024 European Championship between England and Switzerland is a tense affair, with neither side able to secure a victory after 90 minutes plus added time. The game will now head to a penalty shootout to determine the winner.
Andre Drege, a 25-year-old Norwegian cyclist, tragically died after a fall during the penultimate stage of the Tour of Austria. The accident, which occurred on one of Austria’s highest roads in the Grossglockner region, has cast a somber shadow over the race, with the podium ceremony for Saturday’s stage cancelled and the fate of Sunday’s final stage yet to be determined. This incident follows a series of fatal crashes in cycling events in recent years, highlighting the inherent risks of the sport.
Inter Milan has secured the services of Polish midfielder Piotr Zielinski on a four-year contract. Zielinski, a key player for Napoli in their recent Serie A title win, joins Inter after his contract with Napoli expired. He becomes the first Polish player in Inter’s history.
