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Bangladesh Navy emerged men’s champions and Bangladesh Police became women’s champions in the National (Men’s and Women’s) Volleyball Championships’2025 beating their rivals in the respective finals at the Shaheed Noor Hossain National Volleyball Stadium on Monday. The sailors’ team clinched the 30th men’s volleyball crown beating Power Development Board (PDB) team by 3-1 sets while Police Women’s team lifted the 25th Women’s Volleyball title beating Bangladesh Ansars & VDP team by straight 3-0 sets. Inter District Women's Volleyball: Satkhira DSA emerged champions beating Rajshahi DSA in final President of Bangladesh Volleyball Federation Faruk Hasan was the chief guest in the day’s final while AIG of Bangladesh Police Shamima Parvin was present as the special guest.   Earlier, Bangladesh Police finished 3rd in the men’s group beating Kushtia DSA by straight 3-0 sets while Rajshahi DSA became 3rd defeating Satkhira DSA also by straight 3-0 sets in place deciding match.

Bangladesh Women’s Football team made light recovery session with swimming and stretching in Yangon on Monday ahead of their vital Group C match with group leader and hosts Myanmar on Wednesday (July 2) Two times SAFF Women’s champions Bangladesh team tasted their maiden victory in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers with style crushing higher-ranked Bahrain by 7-0 goals in the opening Group C match at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon on Sunday evening. This was the first win for Bangladesh women’s team in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers after conceding five successive defeats in the last two editions, conceding 25 goals. On Monday, Bangladesh team took part in swimming session in the morning and made stretching session in the afternoon at the team hotel to gain recovery and maintain flexibility, said a BFF media release on Monday. Bangladesh taste maiden victory in Women's Asian Cup crushing Bahrain 7-0 Later in the evening, Bangladesh team took part in a tactical meeting where the coaching staff reviewed key moments of their opening match against Bahrain and talked about their preparations for upcoming match against hosts Myanmar on Wednesday (July 2) at 3:30 pm at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. Bangladesh clearly dominated the first half with a 5-0 lead. In the Sunday’s opening match, experienced forward Tohura Khatun scored twice in quick succession, Shamsunnahar Junior, Ritu  Porna Chakma, Kohati Kisku and Munki Akhter scored one each for the Bangladesh team, which dominated the first half by 5-0 goals, Rawan Al Ali of Bahrain scored a suicidal goal to increased Bangladesh margin further. In remaining Group C matches, Bangladesh will face hosts Myanmar on July 2 at 3:30 pm (BST) and Turkmenistan on July 5 at 6:30 pm (BST), both at Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. The champion of the four-team Group C will earn the right to play in the final round of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in Australia next year.

João Neves struck twice as Paris Saint-Germain delivered a dominant performance to dismantle Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami 4-0 in the Club World Cup round of 16 clash on Sunday. Facing his former club where he spent two seasons before joining Major League Soccer, Messi endured a frustrating night as the reigning European champions outclassed Inter Miami in front of 65,574 spectators at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. PSG wasted little time asserting control. Neves opened the scoring in just the sixth minute with a header at the back post from a well-placed free kick. The Portuguese midfielder doubled his tally in the 39th minute, paving the way for a total collapse by Inter Miami before halftime. A defensive blunder led to an own goal, followed by Achraf Hakimi’s strike in stoppage time, sending PSG into the break with a commanding 4-0 lead. The emphatic victory mirrored PSG's recent 5-0 thrashing of Inter Milan in the Champions League final, which secured the club's maiden European crown and solidified their status as favorites in the expanded Club World Cup. Manchester City beats Juventus 5-2 to win Group G of Club World Cup Despite scattered chants of “Messi! Messi! Messi!” from the pink-clad Inter Miami fans, the Argentine legend struggled to make an impact. PSG's relentless pressing left Messi isolated in midfield for most of the first half with limited possession. Inter Miami's clearest opportunity came early in the second half when Luis Suárez broke free down the flank but misfired, visibly frustrated as he kicked a water bottle in anger. Messi eventually registered the team's first shot on target in the 63rd minute, easily handled by PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma. Messi's best chance came with about 10 minutes remaining, forcing a diving save from Donnarumma as PSG kept their third clean sheet of the tournament. PSG now advances to face Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals next Saturday in Atlanta. The German side beat Flamengo of Brazil 4-2 in their round of 16 encounter. Key Moment:While European giants initially expressed little enthusiasm for the added tournament workload, PSG showed their intent from the opening whistle, seeking to cap their historic season with another title. Takeaways:Despite boasting veterans like Messi and Suárez, Inter Miami could not match the European champions' intensity. PSG dominated with 73% first-half possession and a 10-0 shot advantage, including six on target. They said it:“We had a very good game. We didn’t stop. We kept playing our game. It was a positive day for us,” said Neves. Inter Milan advances at Club World Cup with 2-0 win over River Plate “The first half was kind of like a bloodbath... But I am very proud of my team and what we have accomplished,” Inter Miami coach Javier Mascherano told reporters via an interpreter. Source: Agency 

Guatemala pulled off a major upset to book their spot in the CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinals, edging out Canada 6-5 in a dramatic penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw on Sunday. José Morales scored the decisive penalty that sealed Guatemala's place in the last four for the first time since 1996. Ranked 106th by FIFA, Guatemala will now face the United States in St. Louis on Wednesday, while Mexico will take on Honduras in the other semifinal in Santa Clara, California. The tournament final is scheduled for July 6 in Houston. The thrilling seven-round shootout capped off an intense and hard-fought contest that stood out as one of the tournament's most entertaining clashes. A strong turnout of Guatemalan fans in blue and white packed U.S. Bank Stadium, turning the atmosphere into one resembling a sold-out NFL game inside the Minnesota Vikings' home arena. Canada, ranked 30th, took the lead in the 30th minute when Jonathan David converted from the penalty spot. However, their hopes suffered a major blow when forward Jacob Sheffelburg received his second yellow card during first-half stoppage time for an aerial challenge that floored Guatemala’s Stheven Robles, leaving Canada to play the second half with 10 men. Guatemala capitalized on the advantage, controlling 58% of possession and outshooting Canada 11-5. They found the equalizer in the 69th minute when Rubio Rubín headed home a pinpoint cross from Oscar Santis. Vega ends drought as Mexico defeats Saudi Arabia in Gold Cup Santis had earlier missed an opportunity in the 53rd minute, firing over the bar from just outside the box after a bouncing ball fell to his feet. Despite playing with a man down, Canadian goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair, an MLS All-Star for Minnesota United, made two key saves during regulation to keep his side in contention. The penalty shootout brought more drama, as Guatemala's José Pinto missed over the bar and Kenderson Navarro saved Cyle Larin’s effort to open the sixth round. Canada’s Luc Rollet then struck the crossbar, burying his face in his shirt in frustration, before Morales calmly slotted home the winning penalty as St. Clair dived the wrong way. Alonso hopes Mbappé returns for Club World Cup Canada, who topped their group with two wins and a draw, has now exited at the quarterfinal stage in four of the last five Gold Cup editions. Source: Agency 

Bangladesh Women’s football team tasted their maiden victory in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers with a massive 7-0 victory over higher-ranked Bahrain in the opening Group C match at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon on Sunday evening. This is the first win for Bangladesh women’s team in the AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers after five consecutive defeats in the last two editions, conceding 25 goals. Bangladesh clearly dominated the first half with a 5-0 lead. In the day's one-sided match, Shamsunnahar Junior put Bangladesh ahead in the 10th minute (1-0), Ritu Porna Chakma doubled the margin in the 16th minute (2-0), while Kohati Kisku scored the third goal for Bangladesh in the 40th minute (3-0). Experienced forward Tohura Khatun scored two more goals in quick succession in the 2nd and 4th minutes of added time at the end of the first half, giving Bangladesh a clear 5-0 advantage over their 36th-ranked Bahrain. Rawan Al Ali of Bahrain further increased Bangladesh’s lead by scoring an own goal in the 60th minute (6-0), while substitute Munki Akhter sealed the victory with the 7th goal in the 74th minute (7-0). Bahrain women’s team looked helpless against their Bangladesh opponents throughout the match. Bangladesh’s team was motivated by recent draws against stronger, higher-ranked Lebanon and Indonesia in a tri-nation tournament in Lebanon. Bangladesh made three substitutions in the 66th minute, bringing on Sagorika, Munki Akhter, and Shaheeda Akhter Ripa, replacing Shamsunnahar Jr, Monika Chakma, and Swapna Rani. In the day's other Group C match, hosts Myanmar defeated Turkmenistan 8-0 to top the group. Bangladesh Women’s team, which clinched the SAFF Women’s title for the second consecutive time, has been placed in Group C of the Asian tournament along with higher-ranked Myanmar, Bahrain, and Turkmenistan. In remaining Group C matches, Bangladesh will face hosts Myanmar on July 2 at 3:30 pm (BST) and Turkmenistan on July 5 at 6:30 pm (BST), both at Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. The champion of the four-team Group C will earn the right to play in the final round of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in Australia next year.

Bangladesh Women’s Football team take a comfortable 5-0:goals lead against upper ranked Bahrain in their opening Group C matc of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Australia’ 2026 Qualifiers at the Myanmar capital Yangon  Sunday (June 20).evening. Shamsunnahar put Bangladesh ahead  ahead in the 10th (1-0) while Ritu Porna Chakma doubled the Bangladesh margin in the 16th minute (2-0) Kohati Kisku scored the 3rd goal  for Bangladesh in the 40th  minute (3-0) while experienced forward Tohura Khatun scored two goals in a twinkling of an eye in the 2nd and 4th minutes on the additional time to go for breather with a comfortable  5-0 lead.

Alexis Vega ended his 19-match international goal drought as defending champions Mexico defeated Saudi Arabia 2-0 in the CONCACAF Gold Cup quarterfinals on Saturday night. With the win, Mexico secured a spot in the semifinals, where they will face Honduras on Wednesday in Santa Clara, California. Honduras advanced earlier in the day after edging Panama in a penalty shootout following a 1-1 draw in regulation time. Vega, 27, scored Mexico’s opening goal in the 49th minute. After a well-placed pass from Raúl Jimenez, Vega found space to shoot. His initial attempt was stopped by Saudi goalkeeper Nawaf Alaquidi, but Vega quickly reacted, collecting the rebound and slotting the ball through Alaquidi's legs to give Mexico the lead. Although Vega was initially flagged offside, a video review confirmed the goal, putting Mexico ahead 1-0. The goal marked Vega's first for the national team since 2022, while also ending Mexico’s scoring drought of 166 minutes, following a scoreless draw against Costa Rica in their final group-stage match. Mexico coach Javier Aguirre praised the team’s performance, particularly in the second half. “It was an A-plus,” Aguirre said. “We’re heading in the right direction going into the semifinals.” Mexico extended their lead in the 81st minute with an own goal from Saudi defender Abdullah Madu. Mateo Chavez delivered a cross intended for Roberto Alvarado, who missed the ball, but it deflected off Madu and into the net, securing a 2-0 victory for El Tri. AFC Women' s Asian Cup: Bangladesh team hold first training session in Yangon on Thursday despite rain Saudi Arabia managed to frustrate Mexico for much of the first half with a physical, defensive display. Tensions flared just before halftime, as Saudi Arabia's Ali Majrashi and Mexico's Jesús Gallardo exchanged shoves and both received yellow cards. Gallardo will miss the semifinal against Honduras due to accumulation of yellow cards in the tournament. Sixteen-year-old midfielder Gilberto Mora made his international debut for Mexico, playing 72 minutes and impressing with his performance. Mora is now the youngest player ever to feature for the Mexican national team. “He doesn’t have any limits right now,” Aguirre said. “He has room to grow … and is eager to learn.” Mexico has now reached the knockout stage of the Gold Cup for the 18th consecutive time. Saudi Arabia, participating in their first Gold Cup as an invited team, advanced to the quarterfinals after a win over Haiti, a loss to the United States, and a draw with Trinidad and Tobago. El Tri is now two wins away from a record 10th Gold Cup title. The United States has won the tournament seven times, while Canada has claimed the title once. Saudi Arabia has never defeated Mexico in international competition, with six losses and one draw to date.

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso still can't say whether Kylian Mbappé will be available to play in the next round of the Club World Cup after missing all three group games. Mbappé was hospitalized last week with acute gastroenteritis and has not played a minute of the tournament so far. Despite being back in training, he was not even named as a substitute for Thursday's 3-0 win against RB Salzburg. "I don’t want to be optimistic and get ahead of myself, but we need him because he’s a top player, one of the best in the world. We hope he’s back soon,” Alonso said when asked about Mbappé's availability for the round of 16 games against Juventus on Tuesday. Mbappé is one of the biggest stars at the expanded Club World Cup being staged in the United States and his absence has been a blow to a tournament FIFA president Gianni Infantino wants to become one of the biggest events in the sport. Infantino managed to get Lionel Messi into the tournament when Inter Miami was granted entry despite not winning the MLS Cup and encouraged teams to try to sign Cristiano Ronaldo during a specially created transfer window before the first game kicked off this month. Mbappé, along with Messi and Erling Haaland, is one of the top attractions, but his headlines have been limited to off-field issues. Inter Milan advances at Club World Cup with 2-0 win over River Plate As well as his illness, he also made the news this week when it emerged he had filed a moral harassment case against former club Paris Saint-Germain. He unhappy with the way he was treated by this year's Champions League winner when he was sidelined after his decision not to extend his contract with the club in 2023. Mbappé is also at odds with PSG, arguing he is owed 55 million euros ($61 million) in unpaid wages. None of this is helping Madrid's bid to become the first team to lift the new Club World Cup and the golden trophy crafted by Tiffany & Co. The 26-year-old Mbappe was Madrid’s top scorer last season, with 43 goals in 56 appearances. He had been following specific medical treatment to recover from gastroenteritis, Madrid said, but has missed two games since being discharged from hospital. “We need him and we want him back as soon as possible and in the best possible condition," Alonso said.

Manchester City topped Group G of the Club World Cup with a commanding 5-2 victory over Juventus on Thursday at Camping World Stadium. City took a 2-1 lead in the 26th minute when Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu inadvertently turned the ball into his own net while trying to intercept a pass at close range. From there, the Premier League champions took full control. Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Savinho all found the net in the second half, extending the lead to 5-1. Haaland’s strike also marked the 300th goal of his professional career. City’s midfield star Rodri, last year’s Ballon d'Or winner, returned to the starting lineup for the first time since undergoing knee ligament surgery in September. He was substituted off in the 66th minute. Earlier, Jeremy Doku opened the scoring for Manchester City in the ninth minute, but Juventus quickly responded with an equalizer from Teun Koopmeiners just two minutes later. Dusan Vlahovic added a late goal in the 84th minute for Juventus, who secured second place in the group. Key MomentJuventus managed to pull one back late in the game when Vlahovic got in behind the defence and slotted the ball home. AFC Women' s Asian Cup: Bangladesh team hold first training session in Yangon on Thursday despite rain What’s NextManchester City will face the Group H runner-up on June 30 in Orlando, while Juventus are set to play the Group H winner on July 1 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Reactions"Manchester City are a top-quality side. It’s tough to play against them, and we struggled today. We have to accept that," said Juventus coach Igor Tudor. "I'm really satisfied with the performance. We’ll try to keep up this momentum as long as possible," said Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola.

Defending SAFF Women’s champions Bangladesh team, now in Yangon to play the Group C matches of the AFC Women's Asian Cup Qualifiers, conducted their first practice session on Thursday despite the rainy weather in the Myanmar capital. Two times SAFF Women's champions Bangladesh made their first training session Thursday morning from 7 am to 9 am at the training field 1 in Yangon. The team, which reached Myanmar Wednesday morning, made a light stretching session at team hotel gymnasium in Yangon on the day due to rain. Bangladesh team completed first training session satisfactorily despite of the rainy weather in Yangon All players of Bangladesh team are fully fit, and in sound health with good spirit. The Bangladesh coaching staff appeared satisfied with the team's energy and focus during training. The Bangladeshi players are gradually adopting with the local condition and maintaining a strong mindset ahead of the AFC Asian Cup matches, said a BFF media release on Thursday. The Group C matches of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Qualifiers will be held at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon from June 29 to July 5.  Inter Milan advances at Club World Cup with 2-0 win over River Plate Bangladesh has been placed in Group C of the Asian tournament along with hosts Myanmar, Bahrain and Turkmenistan. In Group C matches, Bangladesh will face Bahrain on June 29, Myanmar on July 2, and Turkmenistan on July 5, all at the Thuwunna Stadium in Yangon. The champion team of the four-team Group C will earn the rights to play in the final round of the AFC Women’s Asian Cup to be held in Australia next year Members of Bangladesh women's team are: Rupna Chakma, Sheuly Azim, Shamsunnahar Sr, Shamsinnahar Jr, Monika Chakma, Ritu Porna Chakma, Maria Manda, Tohura Khatun, Afeida Khandakar (Captain), Sagorika, Shaheda Akhter Ripa, Nilufa Yesmin. Munki Akter, Swapna Rani, Khohati Kishku, Sourovi Akhand Preeti, Sultana, Shorna Rani, Mily Akter, Joynob Bibi Rita, Halima Akhter, Nabiran Khatun and Umhela Marma.