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In the world of football, Gareth Southgate expressed his thoughts about the tribute from FA for those who have died in Israel and Gaza. Wayne Rooney, the newly appointed manager of Birmingham City, talked about bringing the club back to the Premier League. In India, the world champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra shared his thoughts about the privilege to meet the Army Chief of the country.
Read below to learn details about these top stories and other happenings in the sporting world in the last 24 hours.
Football
Gareth Southgate appreciates FA for trying to make best decision on Israel-Gaza tribute
The manager of England football team, Gareth Southgate has appreciated the Football Association (FA) by stating that they “tried to make the best decision with good intentions” in regard to tributes to those who have died in Israel and Gaza. Notably, the FA decided to not light up the Wembley arch with the Israeli flag colours, but still, the players of both England and Australia will wear black armbands for their upcoming friendly, while taking part in a period of silence in order to respect the innocent victims of war.
Nicolo Zaniolo and Sandro Tonali leave training camp of Italy amid investigation
Nicolo Zaniolo of Aston Villa and Sandro Tonali of Newcastle have left the training camp of the Italian football team, after they were told about their involvement in an investigation by the country’s prosecutors. The Federazione Italiana Giuoco Calcio (FIGC), the governing body for the sport in Italy, stated that the players are not in right condition to participate in the upcoming Euro 2024 qualifiers, without specifying the reason for the investigation, but it’s rumoured to be in relation to illegal betting.
Wayne Rooney targets return for Birmingham City to Premier League
Wayne Rooney, who has been appointed as the new manager of Birmingham City on a three-and-a-half-year contract, is targeting a return for the club to the Premier League. He was quoted as saying to BBC Radio WM, “I want to build Birmingham back up - really get it back to where it belongs. It's a huge club. It hasn't been where I think I should it have been over the last 10 years and now this is a challenge and an opportunity to get it back there.”
Manchester City to sign Toni Kroos after his contract expires with Real Madrid next summer: Reports
As per the reports, Manchester City are keen to sign the German footballer Toni Kross, when his contract with Real Madrid next summer. It has been revealed that the Citizens are willing to pay him £13 million pounds per season, to ensure that the 33-year-old rekindles his partnership with the manager Pep Guardiola, which was quite fruitful in the 2013-14 season with Bayern Munich.
Some major results in football are as under:
International Friendlies
Football Union of Russia 1-0 Cameroon
Sweden 3-1 Moldova
UEFA Euro 2024 Qualifying
Spain 2-0 Scotland
Albania 3-0 Czech Republic
FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifying
Argentina 1-0 Paraguay
Colombia 2-2 Uruguay
Maldives 1-1 Bangladesh
Hong Kong 4-0 Bhutan
Copa Del Rey 2023-24
Hernan Cortes 3-1 Sauzal
Turegano 3-1 Santurtzi
Athletics
It was a privilege to meet the Army Chief: Neeraj Chopra
India’s 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra expressed his delight on meeting the Indian Army Chief General Manoj C Pande. The Indian Army facilitated the medal-winning athletes at the 19th Asian Games, and since Neeraj holds the rank of Subedar in the Indian Army, he was a part of the ceremony.
Speaking on the same, Chopra said, “It was a privilege to meet the Army Chief, who is always at the forefront when it comes to supporting and encouraging athletes. We are proud to be representing the army, regardless of whether we are in combat or sports. It feels us with pride to represent India and the army at such sporting events.”
Neeraj Chopra gets nominated for Men's World Athlete of the Year 2023
Gold medallist Indian athlete Neeraj Chopra has been nominated for the Men’s World Athlete of the Year for 2023. Chopra is among the 11-man shortlist for the prestigious award which will be announced by the world athletics body. Neeraj will be fighting with renowned international athletes including the likes of shot put world champion Ryan Crouser, pole vault star Mondo Duplantis, and 100m and 200m world champion Noah Lyles.
Badminton
PV Sindhu cruises to Arctic Open 2023 quarterfinals
Indian shuttler PV Sindhu made her way to the quarterfinals of the Arctic Open 2023 in the women’s singles event on October 13, Friday. The two-time Olympic medallist defeated Chinese Taipei’s Wen Chi Hsu in the round of 16 match at the Vantaa Energia Areena in Finland on Thursday.
Currently world number 13, Sindhu took down her rival in two straight sets with a 21-11, 21-10 scoreline for her third win over the world No. 22 shuttler. The two players met in the round of 32 at the Asian Games, where the Indian shuttler also won in straight games.
Tennis
You can improve more from the defeats than the wins: Carlos Alcaraz on his Shanghai Masters defeat
World Number 2 tennis player Carlos Alcaraz, who was back to practice after his Shanghai Masters Round of 16 defeat, said that one can improve more from the defeats than their wins. Alcaraz addressed the media and said, “I always say that you can improve more from the defeats than the wins. After this trip, I took a lot of lessons to improve, to be better.”
He added, “As I said in Beijing, I have to work on a few things to beat the best guys and after this loss, it [happened] not too much time ago, so I have to think about it. But I will take a lot of lessons to improve in practice before the tournaments that I have ahead.”
Asian Games 2023
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin gives INR 9.4 Crore to 20 Asian Games 2023 medal winners from state
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin handed over a total of INR 9.4 Crore cash awards to 20 Asian Games medal winners on October 12, Thursday. Not only this, but the CM along with Sports Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin lauded the athletes for their efforts.
On the occasion, tennis player Ramkumar Ramanathan thanked the SDAT and said, “I am fortunate and blessed that I have won silver medal in Asian Games on behalf of Tamil Nadu. But this definitely not would possible without SDAT. Thanks for the support, for the opportunity given to me, to have best coaches and for travel abroad.”
