Iraq's Australian coach Arnold renews contract for six months
Graham Arnold has extended his contract as Iraq coach for six months, seeing him through the Gulf Cup and Asian Cup, despite being offered a four-year deal.
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Graham Arnold has extended his contract as Iraq coach for six months, seeing him through the Gulf Cup and Asian Cup, despite being offered a four-year deal.
According to the Henley Passport Index, South African passport holders can travel to 101 destinations without a prior visa. The ranking places the country 50th or 96th globally, depending on the report, with regional highlights across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Caribbean.
Manchester United have intensified their pursuit of Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde after a disappointing Premier League opener, with reports indicating the defender has asked his agent to find him a new club. Barcelona are reportedly open to selling for around £38m, though competition from Aston Villa and Benfica remains.
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly told Pape Matar Sarr he can leave this summer, with Galatasaray leading the chase. The Senegal international has deleted Spurs-related social media posts and was absent from the Premier League opener, as Roberto De Zerbi reshapes his squad.
Manchester United's Premier League campaign began with a sobering 2-0 defeat at newly promoted Hull City, puncturing pre-season optimism. Manager Michael Carrick called for calm, while pundits and players assessed the damage.
Promoted Hull City defeated Manchester United 2-0 at the MKM Stadium, with first-half goals from Semi Ajayi and Nobel Mendy. Michael Carrick's side struggled despite debutants Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, while Hull's injury-hit squad delivered a resilient performance.
Curtis Jones is on the verge of leaving Liverpool for Inter Milan in a deal reported to be worth £30m, with negotiations ongoing. The midfielder, who has spent 16 years at his boyhood club, is in the final year of his contract and has struggled for regular starts.
The International Criminal Court denounced U.S. sanctions against its president and a trial lawyer as a 'flagrant attack' on its independence, drawing widespread international support from the EU, Japan, and others. The U.S. defended the measures as part of a campaign against a 'sham of a court,' while the ICC vowed to continue its mandate.
The US imposed sanctions on two International Criminal Court officials, including its president, prompting fierce criticism from the ICC, Japan, and EU leaders, who called the move a 'flagrant attack' on the court's independence. Washington defended the sanctions, accusing the officials of undermining US sovereignty.
The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, barring them from the US and its financial system. The ICC called the move a 'flagrant attack' on its independence, while Japan expressed regret and other nations voiced concern.
The International Criminal Court has condemned US sanctions on its president and a senior trial lawyer as an attack on the rule of law, while ICC President Tomoko Akane warned of the 'demise of international rule of law'. The measures, tied to ICC investigations involving Israel, drew support for the court from European leaders and the Dutch and German governments.
The United States has imposed sanctions on International Criminal Court president Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye, sparking condemnation from the ICC, Japan, and European allies. The move is part of a broader campaign against the court, which has also seen Venezuela and Chad announce their withdrawal.
The United States has sanctioned the president of the International Criminal Court and a senior trial lawyer over their involvement in investigations the US deems illegitimate. The move has drawn criticism from the European Union and quiet concern from Australia, a founding ICC member.
Spain's World Cup-winning captain Rodri has swapped Manchester City for Barcelona in a deal worth around €75 million, saying the move was 'always my first choice'. Real Madrid manager José Mourinho, who had pursued the midfielder, insists he doesn't need him, while goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois called the decision to snub Los Blancos 'a pity for him'.
Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario is set to join Juventus on loan with an option to buy, after losing his place to Antonin Kinsky. The move is part of a wider squad overhaul that has seen 11 players leave Spurs this summer.
Delegates from universities in 17 African countries gathered in Accra for the fourth International Annual Conference of the Harakati Za Muungano Union, focusing on economic restructuring, political reforms, and integration. Kwame Danquah, President of the International Secretariat, called for sweeping reforms and deeper regional integration, citing statistics on Africa's trade and population.
Liverpool are optimistic about signing Paris Saint-Germain winger Bradley Barcola before the transfer window closes, with PSG reportedly willing to lower their asking price. The Reds have also pursued Yankuba Minteh and Ibrahim Mbaye, while Arsenal remain a potential rival for Barcola's signature.
As Chelsea prepare for their Premier League opener at Fulham, new manager Xabi Alonso is implementing sweeping changes — from recruitment policy to tactical setup — while managing a bloated squad and a potential transfer saga involving Nicolas Jackson. The team is seeking a fresh start after a disappointing 10th-place finish last season.
In a second informal straw poll, Guyana's Carolyn Rodrigues-Birkett received the most support, with eight 'encourage' votes. Costa Rica's Rebeca Grynspan followed closely, while Russian diplomats hinted the candidate list may still grow if the current field deadlocks.