South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt on Tuesday said the "calmest team" will emerge on top in their semi-final clash with England at the Women's World Cup. The Proteas won five of seven matches in the league phase to take third spot below England in the standings, and the two face each other again in Guwahati on Wednesday."I think for me tomorrow it will be just about keeping everyone as calm as possible," Wolvaardt told reporters on the eve of the first semi-final."I think the calmest team out there will most likely win. I think 50 overs is a very long time and it is very easy to let the pressure of a semi-final get to you."Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/shami-drops-not-a-comeback-match-for-me-remark-with-ranji-trophy-five-for-after-india-test-snub-1761665888197">Shami drops 'not a comeback match for me' remark with Ranji Trophy five-for</a>South Africa are chasing their first World Cup title, having fallen short in the latter stages of previous tournaments.They were beaten by England in the semi-finals of the last two ODI World Cups in 2017 and 2022, and although they reached the final of the last two T20 World Cups (2023 and 2024), the trophy still eludes them."That semi-final loss against England was four years ago so I think we were a totally different looking side, they have got a lot of different players as well," Wolvaardt said of their defeat in 2022."It's sort of a fresh opportunity and it starts from zero, so I am looking forward to the challenge and hopefully I am able to learn from those (T20) semi-final victories that we have got and stay calmer under pressure."Led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, England's only defeat so far at this edition of the tournament was to Ashes rivals Australia.They are favourites against a South Africa team that was bundled out for 97 by Australia in their last game. That heavy defeat ended a run of five straight wins for South Africa, who suffered a 10-wicket thrashing by England in their tournament opener."I am proud of this group, the way they have stuck together," England coach Charlotte Edwards said. "We have sort of five weeks away now and our best cricket is yet to come and that's a really exciting place for us as a group."Defending champions Australia will face hosts India in the second semi-final on Thursday in the outskirts of Mumbai. The final is on Sunday.

SA are chasing their first World Cup title, having fallen short in the latter stages of previous tournaments. They were beaten by England in the semi-finals of the last two ODI World Cups in 2017 and 2022, and although they reached the final of the last two T20 World Cups (2023 and 2024).

South Africa skipper Laura Wolvaardt on Tuesday said the "calmest team" will emerge on top in their semi-final clash with England at the Women's World Cup. The Proteas won five of seven matches in the league phase to take third spot below England in the standings, and the two face each other again in Guwahati on Wednesday. "I think for me tomorrow it will be just about keeping everyone as calm as possible," Wolvaardt told reporters on the eve of the first semi-final. "I think the calmest team out there will most likely win. I think 50 overs is a very long time and it is very easy to let the pressure of a semi-final get to you." Also Read - Shami drops 'not a comeback match for me' remark with Ranji Trophy five-for South Africa are chasing their first World Cup title, having fallen short in the latter stages of previous tournaments. They were beaten by England in the semi-finals of the last two ODI World Cups in 2017 and 2022, and although they reached the final of the last two T20 World Cups (2023 and 2024), the trophy still eludes them. "That semi-final loss against England was four years ago so I think we were a totally different looking side, they have got a lot of different players as well," Wolvaardt said of their defeat in 2022. "It's sort of a fresh opportunity and it starts from zero, so I am looking forward to the challenge and hopefully I am able to learn from those (T20) semi-final victories that we have got and stay calmer under pressure." Led by Nat Sciver-Brunt, England's only defeat so far at this edition of the tournament was to Ashes rivals Australia. They are favourites against a South Africa team that was bundled out for 97 by Australia in their last game. That heavy defeat ended a run of five straight wins for South Africa, who suffered a 10-wicket thrashing by England in their tournament opener. "I am proud of this group, the way they have stuck together," England coach Charlotte Edwards said. "We have sort of five weeks away now and our best cricket is yet to come and that's a really exciting place for us as a group." Defending champions Australia will face hosts India in the second semi-final on Thursday in the outskirts of Mumbai. The final is on Sunday.

SA are chasing their first World Cup title, having fallen short in the latter stages of previous tournaments. They were beaten by England in the semi-finals of the last two ODI World Cups in 2017 and 2022, and although they reached the final of the last two T20 World Cups (2023 and 2024).

Women's World Cup 2025: South Africa look to break kryptonite England in first semi-final

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro's lawyers on Monday filed an appeal against his 27-year prison sentence for a botched coup bid after his 2022 election loss. The far-right firebrand's lawyers allege "ambiguities, omissions, contradictions and obscurities" in the Supreme Court decision finding him guilty of attempting to oust President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, in a divisive trial that sparked the ire of US President Donald Trump.Supreme Court judges have no deadline to examine the appeal arguments.&nbsp;The plot envisaged the assassination of Lula, his vice president Geraldo Alckmin, and Alexandre de Moraes -- one of the five Supreme Court judges deciding Bolsonaro's fate. Prosecutors said the plan failed only due to a lack of support from military top brass. Bolsonaro has been under house arrest since August. Under Brazilian law, he will not be sent to prison until all legal avenues are exhausted.&nbsp;Thiago Bottino, a law professor at the Getuliuo Vargas Foundation, told AFP that while it was unusual for the Supreme Court to reverse its rulings, it had made adjustments, such as to the length of the sentence. If his appeal fails, Bolsonaro could request to serve his sentence under house arrest, claiming poor health. The 70-year-old was recently diagnosed with skin cancer and was briefly admitted to hospital in September after suffering violent bouts of hiccups, vomiting and low blood pressure.&nbsp;He has had multiple health issues and operations in recent years due to complications following a 2018 stabbing in his abdomen while campaigning for president. In May, another former president, Fernando Collor de Mello, was given permission to serve his nearly nine-year sentence for corruption at home, on grounds of ill health. Bolsonaro's allies in Congress had been pushing for an amnesty bill that could benefit the former president and hundreds of supporters who were convicted of storming government buildings a week after Lula took office in January 2023. However, the initiative fizzled out after massive protests.&nbsp;Even before his conviction, Bolsonaro had been disqualified from seeking public office until 2030 over his unproven fraud allegations against the country's voting system. While staunch supporters insist there is still a chance for him to be on the ballot in 2026 elections, various names are circulating as a possible replacement as conservative standard bearer.&nbsp;These include Sao Paulo governor Tarcisio de Freitas and former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro.Lula, who turned 80 on Monday, last week confirmed he would seek a fourth term in office in 2026.The veteran leftist had been bleeding support at the start of the year, but has turned his fortunes around in recent months with his handling of a trade war with the United States.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump imposed punitive tariffs and sanctions against Brazilian officials over what he had termed a "witch hunt" against his ally Bolsonaro. Lula's popularity increased as he positioned himself as the defender of Brazilian sovereignty against Trump. He has since scored points for charming Trump and securing the first official face-to-face meeting between the two leaders to negotiate the tariffs in Malaysia over the weekend.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has appealed his 27-year prison sentence for an attempted coup after his 2022 loss, claiming flaws in the SC’s ruling. The 70-YO, under house arrest due to health issues, may seek leniency. Lula’s popularity has risen amid his trade spat with Trump.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro's lawyers on Monday filed an appeal against his 27-year prison sentence for a botched coup bid after his 2022 election loss. The far-right firebrand's lawyers allege "ambiguities, omissions, contradictions and obscurities" in the Supreme Court decision finding him guilty of attempting to oust President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, in a divisive trial that sparked the ire of US President Donald Trump. Supreme Court judges have no deadline to examine the appeal arguments. The plot envisaged the assassination of Lula, his vice president Geraldo Alckmin, and Alexandre de Moraes -- one of the five Supreme Court judges deciding Bolsonaro's fate. Prosecutors said the plan failed only due to a lack of support from military top brass. Bolsonaro has been under house arrest since August. Under Brazilian law, he will not be sent to prison until all legal avenues are exhausted. Thiago Bottino, a law professor at the Getuliuo Vargas Foundation, told AFP that while it was unusual for the Supreme Court to reverse its rulings, it had made adjustments, such as to the length of the sentence. If his appeal fails, Bolsonaro could request to serve his sentence under house arrest, claiming poor health. The 70-year-old was recently diagnosed with skin cancer and was briefly admitted to hospital in September after suffering violent bouts of hiccups, vomiting and low blood pressure. He has had multiple health issues and operations in recent years due to complications following a 2018 stabbing in his abdomen while campaigning for president. In May, another former president, Fernando Collor de Mello, was given permission to serve his nearly nine-year sentence for corruption at home, on grounds of ill health. Bolsonaro's allies in Congress had been pushing for an amnesty bill that could benefit the former president and hundreds of supporters who were convicted of storming government buildings a week after Lula took office in January 2023. However, the initiative fizzled out after massive protests. Even before his conviction, Bolsonaro had been disqualified from seeking public office until 2030 over his unproven fraud allegations against the country's voting system. While staunch supporters insist there is still a chance for him to be on the ballot in 2026 elections, various names are circulating as a possible replacement as conservative standard bearer. These include Sao Paulo governor Tarcisio de Freitas and former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro. Lula, who turned 80 on Monday, last week confirmed he would seek a fourth term in office in 2026. The veteran leftist had been bleeding support at the start of the year, but has turned his fortunes around in recent months with his handling of a trade war with the United States. US President Donald Trump imposed punitive tariffs and sanctions against Brazilian officials over what he had termed a "witch hunt" against his ally Bolsonaro. Lula's popularity increased as he positioned himself as the defender of Brazilian sovereignty against Trump. He has since scored points for charming Trump and securing the first official face-to-face meeting between the two leaders to negotiate the tariffs in Malaysia over the weekend.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro has appealed his 27-year prison sentence for an attempted coup after his 2022 loss, claiming flaws in the SC’s ruling. The 70-YO, under house arrest due to health issues, may seek leniency. Lula’s popularity has risen amid his trade spat with Trump.

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro appeals 27-year prison sentence

Grigor Dimitrov returned to action by beating Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 7-6 (7/5), 6-1 in the first round of the Paris Masters on Monday as the event made its debut in its new La Defense Arena home. After being held for nearly 40 years at Paris' Bercy Arena, the tournament has moved across the city to set up shop in the cavernous multi-purpose arena. Opened in 2017, the venue is best known as the home ground of French Top 14 rugby club Racing 92 and for having played host to the swimming events at the Olympics last year. It also welcomes concerts and political rallies.&nbsp;Now, in its current guise as a tennis venue, La Defense Arena boasts the second largest showpiece court on the current global tennis circuit -- second only in size terms to the US Open's Arthur Ashe Stadium. It was the scene of a triumphant comeback for former world number three Dimitrov as he played his first match since having to retire injured from his fourth round match at Wimbledon in July when leading two sets to love against eventual champion Jannik Sinner.&nbsp;"Winning or losing this match today would have been a win for me, I'm just so happy to be able to compete again," 34-year-old Dimitrov said on-court. "I had to be extremely patient with myself... clearly I'm playing against such an amazing player but I'm just grateful (to win)."&nbsp;Dimitrov overcame fervent home support in the night session to grind out the first set on a tie-break against big-serving Frenchman Mpetshi Perricard.&nbsp;Bolstered by his lead, the Bulgarian swiftly secured the first break of the match in the opening game of the second set as he glided through to the round of 32.&nbsp;There he will meet either former Russian world number one Daniil Medvedev or Spain's Jaume Munar, who play on Tuesday.&nbsp;Russian 12th seed Andrey Rublev earlier raced to a 6-1, 6-4 win over Britain's Jacob Fearnley. Rublev cruised through the opening set before pouncing on Fearnley's serve at 4-5 to book his spot in the second round.&nbsp;"Jacob didn't feel the serve in the first set, which helped me a bit," Rublev said. "He played well in the second and I'm happy to have won."&nbsp;Earlier, the event opened with a pair of hard-fought wins for French wildcards.&nbsp;Arthur Cazaux christened the new 17,500-capacity centre court with a 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/4) triumph over Italy's Luciano Darderi.&nbsp;Shanghai Masters runner-up Arthur Rinderknech then further delighted the local fans with a win by the exact same score against Hungary's Fabian Marozsan.&nbsp;Rising Italian hope Flavio Cobolli earned a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Czech Tomas Machac and Kazakh 13th seed Alexander Bublik defeated Australia's Alexei Popyrin 6-4, 6-3.&nbsp;Tenth seed Karen Khachanov of Russia eased past American qualifier Ethan Quinn with a 6-1, 6-1 victory to conclude the day's play.&nbsp;World number one Carlos Alcaraz will launch his campaign in the second round on Tuesday when he takes on Britain's Cameron Norrie, who earlier beat Argentinian Sebastian Baez in straight sets.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Dimitrov overcame fervent home support in the night session to grind out the first set on a tie-break against big-serving Frenchman Mpetshi Perricard.

Grigor Dimitrov returned to action by beating Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard 7-6 (7/5), 6-1 in the first round of the Paris Masters on Monday as the event made its debut in its new La Defense Arena home. After being held for nearly 40 years at Paris' Bercy Arena, the tournament has moved across the city to set up shop in the cavernous multi-purpose arena. Opened in 2017, the venue is best known as the home ground of French Top 14 rugby club Racing 92 and for having played host to the swimming events at the Olympics last year. It also welcomes concerts and political rallies. Now, in its current guise as a tennis venue, La Defense Arena boasts the second largest showpiece court on the current global tennis circuit -- second only in size terms to the US Open's Arthur Ashe Stadium. It was the scene of a triumphant comeback for former world number three Dimitrov as he played his first match since having to retire injured from his fourth round match at Wimbledon in July when leading two sets to love against eventual champion Jannik Sinner. "Winning or losing this match today would have been a win for me, I'm just so happy to be able to compete again," 34-year-old Dimitrov said on-court. "I had to be extremely patient with myself... clearly I'm playing against such an amazing player but I'm just grateful (to win)." Dimitrov overcame fervent home support in the night session to grind out the first set on a tie-break against big-serving Frenchman Mpetshi Perricard. Bolstered by his lead, the Bulgarian swiftly secured the first break of the match in the opening game of the second set as he glided through to the round of 32. There he will meet either former Russian world number one Daniil Medvedev or Spain's Jaume Munar, who play on Tuesday. Russian 12th seed Andrey Rublev earlier raced to a 6-1, 6-4 win over Britain's Jacob Fearnley. Rublev cruised through the opening set before pouncing on Fearnley's serve at 4-5 to book his spot in the second round. "Jacob didn't feel the serve in the first set, which helped me a bit," Rublev said. "He played well in the second and I'm happy to have won." Earlier, the event opened with a pair of hard-fought wins for French wildcards. Arthur Cazaux christened the new 17,500-capacity centre court with a 7-6 (7/5), 7-6 (7/4) triumph over Italy's Luciano Darderi. Shanghai Masters runner-up Arthur Rinderknech then further delighted the local fans with a win by the exact same score against Hungary's Fabian Marozsan. Rising Italian hope Flavio Cobolli earned a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Czech Tomas Machac and Kazakh 13th seed Alexander Bublik defeated Australia's Alexei Popyrin 6-4, 6-3. Tenth seed Karen Khachanov of Russia eased past American qualifier Ethan Quinn with a 6-1, 6-1 victory to conclude the day's play. World number one Carlos Alcaraz will launch his campaign in the second round on Tuesday when he takes on Britain's Cameron Norrie, who earlier beat Argentinian Sebastian Baez in straight sets. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Dimitrov overcame fervent home support in the night session to grind out the first set on a tie-break against big-serving Frenchman Mpetshi Perricard.

Tennis: Grigor Dimitrov wins on comeback as Paris Masters enters new era

Lionel Messi wants to play for Argentina in next year's World Cup, but he says he will listen to his body before deciding whether he can make that dream come true. The 38-year-old striker for Inter Miami of MLS led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title and yearns to be on the field when the "Albiceleste" defend the crown next year in North America. Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi told NBC News in an interview broadcast on Monday that he will see next year how his body feels before deciding on whether or not he can play in the World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.&nbsp;"It's something extraordinary to be able to be in a World Cup and I would love to," said Messi, who turns 39 next June. "I would like to be there, to be well and be an important part of helping my national team, if I am there.&nbsp;"And I'm going to assess that on a day-to-day basis when I start preseason next year with Inter and see if I can really be 100%, if I can be useful to the group, to the national team, and then make a decision."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-arsenal-defender-timber-warns-team-not-to-get-too-high-after-extending-lead-at-top-1761587431462">Premier League: Arsenal defender Timber warns team 'not to get too high' after extending lead at top</a>&nbsp;Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.&nbsp;"I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last World Cup and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team, especially in official competitions."&nbsp;Messi, who debuted with Barcelona in La Liga at age 17, joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and moved to MLS in 2023.&nbsp;"The truth is that I like everything about living here," Messi said of Miami. "I spent a lot of time in Barcelona, which for me is an extraordinary city, where I grew up and had many spectacular moments, and which we miss a lot.&nbsp;"But Miami is a city that allows us to live very well, that makes us enjoy life, that allows us to be calm, that allows the kids to be themselves and live day to day."&nbsp;Messi has 195 appearances for the Argentine national team, scoring 114 goals.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.

Lionel Messi wants to play for Argentina in next year's World Cup, but he says he will listen to his body before deciding whether he can make that dream come true. The 38-year-old striker for Inter Miami of MLS led Argentina to the 2022 World Cup title and yearns to be on the field when the "Albiceleste" defend the crown next year in North America. Eight-time Ballon d'Or winner Messi told NBC News in an interview broadcast on Monday that he will see next year how his body feels before deciding on whether or not he can play in the World Cup co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. "It's something extraordinary to be able to be in a World Cup and I would love to," said Messi, who turns 39 next June. "I would like to be there, to be well and be an important part of helping my national team, if I am there. "And I'm going to assess that on a day-to-day basis when I start preseason next year with Inter and see if I can really be 100%, if I can be useful to the group, to the national team, and then make a decision." Also read | Premier League: Arsenal defender Timber warns team 'not to get too high' after extending lead at top Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage. "I'm really eager because it's a World Cup. We're coming off winning the last World Cup and being able to defend it on the field again is spectacular because it's always a dream to play with the national team, especially in official competitions." Messi, who debuted with Barcelona in La Liga at age 17, joined Paris Saint-Germain in 2021 and moved to MLS in 2023. "The truth is that I like everything about living here," Messi said of Miami. "I spent a lot of time in Barcelona, which for me is an extraordinary city, where I grew up and had many spectacular moments, and which we miss a lot. "But Miami is a city that allows us to live very well, that makes us enjoy life, that allows us to be calm, that allows the kids to be themselves and live day to day." Messi has 195 appearances for the Argentine national team, scoring 114 goals. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Messi, who has been playing professionally since 2004, wants the chance for one more star turn on football's biggest stage.

Messi keen on playing 2026 World Cup but will leave it to his body to decide for him

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday he was ready to talk with US President Donald Trump after Washington hiked tariffs on Canadian goods by an additional 10 percent. "We stand ready to sit down with the United States, myself with the president, my colleagues with their colleagues, when the US is ready to sit down," Carney told reporters, after Trump said he had terminated all trade talks with Canada over what he called a "fake" advertisement campaign.&nbsp;Carney was speaking on the sidelines of a regional summit in Malaysia, which Trump attended, before leaving on Monday for Japan. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur. But he added that he had agreed to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, with both men due at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea on Wednesday.Carney said talks with Xi would include their "commercial relationship, as well as the evolution of the global system".&nbsp;Trump is also expected to attend the same APEC dinner, although the US president has said he had no plans to meet Carney. Trump's global sectoral tariffs -- particularly on steel, aluminium, and automobiles -- have hit Canada hard, forcing job losses and squeezing businesses. "We had made considerable progress on a supplement to the trading relationship that we had," Carney added, referring to US trade talks, including "considerable progress in the areas of steel, aluminium, and energy-associated areas as well".&nbsp;The ad from the Canadian province of Ontario used quotes from a radio address on trade that US president Ronald Reagan delivered in 1987, in which he warned against the ramifications that he said high tariffs on imports could have on the US economy.&nbsp;It cited the Republican icon as saying "high tariffs inevitably lead to retaliation by foreign countries and the triggering of fierce trade wars", a quote that matches a transcript of his speech on the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library's website.The Ronald Reagan foundation wrote on X on Thursday that the Ontario government had used "selective audio and video" and that it was reviewing its legal options. Ontario said it would pull the offending anti-tariff ad on Monday so that negotiations could restart.

Carney was speaking on the sidelines of a regional summit in Malaysia, which Trump attended, before leaving on Monday for Japan. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur. 

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Monday he was ready to talk with US President Donald Trump after Washington hiked tariffs on Canadian goods by an additional 10 percent. "We stand ready to sit down with the United States, myself with the president, my colleagues with their colleagues, when the US is ready to sit down," Carney told reporters, after Trump said he had terminated all trade talks with Canada over what he called a "fake" advertisement campaign. Carney was speaking on the sidelines of a regional summit in Malaysia, which Trump attended, before leaving on Monday for Japan. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur. But he added that he had agreed to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, with both men due at an Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in South Korea on Wednesday. Carney said talks with Xi would include their "commercial relationship, as well as the evolution of the global system". Trump is also expected to attend the same APEC dinner, although the US president has said he had no plans to meet Carney. Trump's global sectoral tariffs -- particularly on steel, aluminium, and automobiles -- have hit Canada hard, forcing job losses and squeezing businesses. "We had made considerable progress on a supplement to the trading relationship that we had," Carney added, referring to US trade talks, including "considerable progress in the areas of steel, aluminium, and energy-associated areas as well". The ad from the Canadian province of Ontario used quotes from a radio address on trade that US president Ronald Reagan delivered in 1987, in which he warned against the ramifications that he said high tariffs on imports could have on the US economy. It cited the Republican icon as saying "high tariffs inevitably lead to retaliation by foreign countries and the triggering of fierce trade wars", a quote that matches a transcript of his speech on the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library's website. The Ronald Reagan foundation wrote on X on Thursday that the Ontario government had used "selective audio and video" and that it was reviewing its legal options. Ontario said it would pull the offending anti-tariff ad on Monday so that negotiations could restart.

Carney was speaking on the sidelines of a regional summit in Malaysia, which Trump attended, before leaving on Monday for Japan. Carney said he had not had any contact with the US president in Kuala Lumpur.&nbsp;

'Ready to sit down with US': Canadian PM on resumption of trade talks with Trump

Jurrien Timber urged Arsenal "not to get too high" after they extended their lead at the top of the Premier League. On a weekend where title rivals Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea all lost, the Gunners beat Crystal Palace 1-0 to move four points clear of shock second-placed team Bournemouth. Arsenal's seventh consecutive victory in all competitions put them six points in front of City and seven ahead of reigning English champions Liverpool.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/premier-league-arsenal-stretch-lead-to-four-points-manchester-city-suffers-shock-loss-at-aston-villa-1761538768921">Arsenal stretch PL lead to four points as Man City suffer shock loss at Villa</a>The victory over capital rivals Palace also capped a fine week for Mikel Arteta's men, who also posted a third successive Champions League win with a 4-0 rout of Atletico Madrid.There are increasing hopes among the Gunners' faithful that Arsenal may be on their way to ending their long wait for the Premier League title. The club were last crowned champions of England back in the 2003/04 season.But Arsenal defender Timber said: "It is good to stay neutral, and not to get too high."Obviously, we've been doing well, but it's still early in the season, and we just have to keep getting better game by game."The 24-year-old Netherlands international added: "The next game is already in three days, which is a (League) Cup match (against Brighton), and the next Premier League game (against Burnley) is going to be tough as well."So, let's keep our feet on the ground and keep working hard, and then from there, we'll see what happens."Arsenal's impressive start to the season has been built on a miserly defence which has conceded just three goals in their opening 13 games across all competitions, with the clean sheet against Palace their fifth in succession."Everyone plays a part in it, but it's a good thing and a good foundation to build on," said Timber. "From that standard, you just have to keep getting better and be consistent in what we do, and then throughout the whole season, hopefully we'll turn it into something beautiful."It gives you confidence and it shows that we're doing really well, and also, if it's for multiple games in a row, it says something about consistency."We just have to keep improving, and look at what we can do better, but also take that feeling with you, that confidence and go into the next game with the same mindset."

There are increasing hopes among the Gunners' faithful that Arsenal may be on their way to ending their long wait for the Premier League title. The club were last crowned champions of England back in the 2003/04 season.

Jurrien Timber urged Arsenal "not to get too high" after they extended their lead at the top of the Premier League. On a weekend where title rivals Liverpool, Manchester City and Chelsea all lost, the Gunners beat Crystal Palace 1-0 to move four points clear of shock second-placed team Bournemouth. Arsenal's seventh consecutive victory in all competitions put them six points in front of City and seven ahead of reigning English champions Liverpool. Also Read - Arsenal stretch PL lead to four points as Man City suffer shock loss at Villa The victory over capital rivals Palace also capped a fine week for Mikel Arteta's men, who also posted a third successive Champions League win with a 4-0 rout of Atletico Madrid. There are increasing hopes among the Gunners' faithful that Arsenal may be on their way to ending their long wait for the Premier League title. The club were last crowned champions of England back in the 2003/04 season. But Arsenal defender Timber said: "It is good to stay neutral, and not to get too high. "Obviously, we've been doing well, but it's still early in the season, and we just have to keep getting better game by game." The 24-year-old Netherlands international added: "The next game is already in three days, which is a (League) Cup match (against Brighton), and the next Premier League game (against Burnley) is going to be tough as well. "So, let's keep our feet on the ground and keep working hard, and then from there, we'll see what happens." Arsenal's impressive start to the season has been built on a miserly defence which has conceded just three goals in their opening 13 games across all competitions, with the clean sheet against Palace their fifth in succession. "Everyone plays a part in it, but it's a good thing and a good foundation to build on," said Timber. "From that standard, you just have to keep getting better and be consistent in what we do, and then throughout the whole season, hopefully we'll turn it into something beautiful. "It gives you confidence and it shows that we're doing really well, and also, if it's for multiple games in a row, it says something about consistency. "We just have to keep improving, and look at what we can do better, but also take that feeling with you, that confidence and go into the next game with the same mindset."

There are increasing hopes among the Gunners' faithful that Arsenal may be on their way to ending their long wait for the Premier League title. The club were last crowned champions of England back in the 2003/04 season.

Premier League: Arsenal defender Timber warns team 'not to get too high' after extending lead at top

US President Donald Trump signed a flurry of trade deals and framework agreements with Southeast Asian governments on Sunday as his sweep through the region began at a summit in Malaysia. Trump's first visit to Asia since his return to the White House in January appeared to alleviate some fears in a region already bruised by the trade war sparked by his sweeping tariffs. He also secured promises of greater cooperation on the key issue of rare earths as Washington scrambles to break China's stranglehold on materials that enable a wide array of modern technology.&nbsp;<h2>Rare mineral</h2>&nbsp;The US president inked two memoranda of understanding with Malaysia and Thailand, both seeking to "strengthen cooperation" on critical minerals.&nbsp;The deals, which lack specifics, come as the United States grapples with restrictions on rare earths exports imposed by China -- the world's top producer of the minerals crucial to the auto, electronics and defence industries.A separate trade deal signed with the Malaysian government says Kuala Lumpur had agreed to increase US access to rare minerals in the country, and to the "expedient development" of the industry "in partnership with US companies".Another agreement with Cambodia offers the United States access to the kingdom's rare earths industry.&nbsp;Lynn Kuok, a Southeast Asia expert at Brookings Institution, said that Trump's visit to the region "could help place the relationship on a more positive course, for example, by giving momentum to working-level cooperation on mutually beneficial projects such as critical minerals".&nbsp;But for the governments that also rely on ties to Beijing, "what is at stake is preserving room to manoeuvre and strategic autonomy," she said.&nbsp;<h2>Malaysia</h2>&nbsp;The agreement Trump signed with Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim keeps Washington's 19 percent tariffs in place but grants several exemptions, most notably for agricultural goods.Malaysia, in return, will "provide significant preferential market access for US industrial goods", including cars and agricultural exports.&nbsp;Anwar's government has also promised to order 30 aircraft from US maker Boeing -- plus "a purchase option" of 30 more -- and to buy semiconductors, aerospace components and data centre equipment at a cost of $150 billion.It will also invest $70 billion in the United States over the next decade, and buy more American gas, according to the agreement.&nbsp;The issue of semiconductor exports remains unresolved, for now, with Trump looking to impose more tariffs on imported chips.&nbsp;This could have a major effect on Malaysia, the world's sixth-largest producer of semiconductors, which account for about 40 percent of its exports.&nbsp;Analyst Michael Wan of financial group MUFG said that "Malaysia's trade deal does not include any agreement on semiconductor and electronics tariffs" -- a key question that "will continue to cloud the picture for Asia's exports".&nbsp;<h2>Cambodia</h2>&nbsp;An agreement with Cambodia, much like the one signed with Malaysia, maintains US tariffs at 19 percent but offers exemptions. Cambodia, under the agreement, will maintain zero tariffs on US exports and "allow and facilitate US investment" to explore, extract and process critical minerals and energy resources.&nbsp;<h2>Vietnam</h2>&nbsp;Vietnam agreed with Washington in July to reduce US tariffs on its exports to 20 percent, averting a 46 percent rate.A framework agreement signed on Sunday maintains the 20 percent rate but offers zero tariffs on some goods, which have yet to be decided.&nbsp;Vietnam has agreed to "provide preferential market access" for US exports and ease regulatory barriers. Flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will purchase 50 Boeing aircraft, at an estimated cost of $8 billion. Other companies have agreed to buy "US agricultural commodities, with a total estimated value of over $2.9 billion", according to a joint statement. The details will be finalised "in the coming weeks", it said.&nbsp;A key unresolved issue has to do with US tariffs on goods manufactured in one country but exported to the United States from elsewhere -- a policy largely aimed at China.&nbsp;Under the July agreement, goods deemed to be "transshipped" face an additional 40 percent duty. But many Vietnamese industries use components imported from China, and have no clear definition for what Washington considers "transhipped" goods or what percentage of its parts must be locally produced to avoid higher taxes. Tariffs on furniture -- 10 percent of Vietnam's exports to the United States -- also hang in the balance, after Trump introduced extra industry-specific duties.&nbsp;<h2>Thailand&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Trump signed a framework trade agreement with Thailand, to be finalised "in the coming weeks", according to a joint statement. The deal offers exemptions from the 19 percent tariff rate on Thai goods, in exchange for eliminating nearly all duties on US goods sent to Thailand. The agreement also includes the purchase of 80 US aircraft valued at $18.8 billion, and more agriculture and energy deals.

Trump's first visit to Asia since his return to the White House in January appeared to alleviate some fears in a region already bruised by the trade war sparked by his sweeping tariffs.

US President Donald Trump signed a flurry of trade deals and framework agreements with Southeast Asian governments on Sunday as his sweep through the region began at a summit in Malaysia. Trump's first visit to Asia since his return to the White House in January appeared to alleviate some fears in a region already bruised by the trade war sparked by his sweeping tariffs. He also secured promises of greater cooperation on the key issue of rare earths as Washington scrambles to break China's stranglehold on materials that enable a wide array of modern technology. Rare mineral The US president inked two memoranda of understanding with Malaysia and Thailand, both seeking to "strengthen cooperation" on critical minerals. The deals, which lack specifics, come as the United States grapples with restrictions on rare earths exports imposed by China -- the world's top producer of the minerals crucial to the auto, electronics and defence industries. A separate trade deal signed with the Malaysian government says Kuala Lumpur had agreed to increase US access to rare minerals in the country, and to the "expedient development" of the industry "in partnership with US companies". Another agreement with Cambodia offers the United States access to the kingdom's rare earths industry. Lynn Kuok, a Southeast Asia expert at Brookings Institution, said that Trump's visit to the region "could help place the relationship on a more positive course, for example, by giving momentum to working-level cooperation on mutually beneficial projects such as critical minerals". But for the governments that also rely on ties to Beijing, "what is at stake is preserving room to manoeuvre and strategic autonomy," she said. Malaysia The agreement Trump signed with Malaysia's Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim keeps Washington's 19 percent tariffs in place but grants several exemptions, most notably for agricultural goods. Malaysia, in return, will "provide significant preferential market access for US industrial goods", including cars and agricultural exports. Anwar's government has also promised to order 30 aircraft from US maker Boeing -- plus "a purchase option" of 30 more -- and to buy semiconductors, aerospace components and data centre equipment at a cost of $150 billion. It will also invest $70 billion in the United States over the next decade, and buy more American gas, according to the agreement. The issue of semiconductor exports remains unresolved, for now, with Trump looking to impose more tariffs on imported chips. This could have a major effect on Malaysia, the world's sixth-largest producer of semiconductors, which account for about 40 percent of its exports. Analyst Michael Wan of financial group MUFG said that "Malaysia's trade deal does not include any agreement on semiconductor and electronics tariffs" -- a key question that "will continue to cloud the picture for Asia's exports". Cambodia An agreement with Cambodia, much like the one signed with Malaysia, maintains US tariffs at 19 percent but offers exemptions. Cambodia, under the agreement, will maintain zero tariffs on US exports and "allow and facilitate US investment" to explore, extract and process critical minerals and energy resources. Vietnam Vietnam agreed with Washington in July to reduce US tariffs on its exports to 20 percent, averting a 46 percent rate. A framework agreement signed on Sunday maintains the 20 percent rate but offers zero tariffs on some goods, which have yet to be decided. Vietnam has agreed to "provide preferential market access" for US exports and ease regulatory barriers. Flag carrier Vietnam Airlines will purchase 50 Boeing aircraft, at an estimated cost of $8 billion. Other companies have agreed to buy "US agricultural commodities, with a total estimated value of over $2.9 billion", according to a joint statement. The details will be finalised "in the coming weeks", it said. A key unresolved issue has to do with US tariffs on goods manufactured in one country but exported to the United States from elsewhere -- a policy largely aimed at China. Under the July agreement, goods deemed to be "transshipped" face an additional 40 percent duty. But many Vietnamese industries use components imported from China, and have no clear definition for what Washington considers "transhipped" goods or what percentage of its parts must be locally produced to avoid higher taxes. Tariffs on furniture -- 10 percent of Vietnam's exports to the United States -- also hang in the balance, after Trump introduced extra industry-specific duties. Thailand Trump signed a framework trade agreement with Thailand, to be finalised "in the coming weeks", according to a joint statement. The deal offers exemptions from the 19 percent tariff rate on Thai goods, in exchange for eliminating nearly all duties on US goods sent to Thailand. The agreement also includes the purchase of 80 US aircraft valued at $18.8 billion, and more agriculture and energy deals.

Trump's first visit to Asia since his return to the White House in January appeared to alleviate some fears in a region already bruised by the trade war sparked by his sweeping tariffs.

Trade and rare earths: Trump's deals on first leg of Asia tour

Argentine President Argentina's President Javier Milei (C) celebrates in front of supporters outside La Libertad Avanza headquartersMilei hailed his party's runaway victory in Sunday's midterm elections as a ‘turning point’ for the country and vowed to charge ahead with his agenda of shrinking the state and deregulating the economy. Milei's small La Libertad Avanza (LLA) party rebounded from a series of setbacks to win 40.84 per cent of the votes cast for members of Congress, far outpacing the opposition in an election closely watched by jittery investors. “Today we reached a turning point, today begins the construction of a great Argentina,” the 55-year-old president told supporters at a victory party in Buenos Aires.&nbsp;He promised to continue on the reform path with what he predicted would be “the most reformist Congress in Argentina's history”. US President Donald Trump, a close ally, congratulated Milei and said his Argentine counterpart was doing a “wonderful job!” Half of the seats in the Chamber of Deputies and one-third of the Senate seats were up for grabs on Sunday. Milei said LLA had more than tripled its seat count, winning 101 seats in the lower house Chamber of Deputies, up from 37, and 20 seats in the Senate, up from six.<h2>‘Forward, not backwards'</h2>The center-left Peronist movement, in power for much of Argentina's post-war history, trailed in second place with 31.64 percent. "Far more Argentines want to move forward than go backwards," Milei said on the demise of the opposition.The elections were the first national test of Milei's support since he won office two years ago on a promise to revive the long-ailing Argentine economy through a series of painful reforms.&nbsp;The run-up to the vote was marked by a run on the national currency, the peso, that forced Milei to seek a bailout from Trump. Washington promised an unprecedented $40 billion package of aid, but the assistance came with a warning from Trump to Argentines that he would not "be generous" if the election did not go Milei's way. "Our confidence in him was justified by the People of Argentina," the US president said Monday.&nbsp;At the LLA election party, hundreds of Milei's supporters celebrated the results with cheers, hugs, chants and even tears. "I'm very happy and excited; I didn't expect such a large number," Facundo Campos, a 38-year-old marketing consultant, told AFP, comparing the joy to the “last goal of the last World Cup won by Argentina!” Maria Jesus Galan, a 45-year-old health official, said while there "some room for improvement" in Milei's government, "it has a great future."<h2>Turnout at four-decade low</h2>Ahead of the election, several Milei voters had spoken to AFP about their disappointment with his leadership, particularly the corruption scandals involving members of his inner circle. But they remained viscerally opposed to the Peronist movement, whose figurehead, former president Cristina Kirchner, is under house arrest after being convicted of corruption.&nbsp;At 67.9 percent, turnout was the lowest in a national election in four decades, reflecting disillusionment with the entire political class. The most surprising results were in Buenos Aires province, a Peronist stronghold, where LLA clawed its way back from a defeat by the Peronists in last month's local elections to a toss-up. Adriana Cotoneo, a 69-year-old pensioner voting in Buenos Aires, told AFP she backed Milei's party "not because I believe it's the best option, but because I'm clear about who I want to be gone."&nbsp;Former TV pundit Milei has cut tens of thousands of public sector jobs, frozen public works, cut spending on health, education and pensions, and led a major deregulation drive since taking office in December 2023. His reforms were blamed for initially plunging millions of Argentines deeper into poverty. They did however slow inflation by two-thirds -- to the relief of many -- although at the expense of faltering economic growth, consumption and manufacturing.Investors began dumping the Argentine peso last month amid concerns over the economy and support for Milei, but Trump stepped in to shore up his closest Latin American ally.&nbsp;The US Treasury has intervened several times in the market in recent weeks, buying up pesos to help keep it afloat.Ahead of the election, expectations were high that the government could depreciate or devalue the peso, widely seen as too strong, immediately after the vote. But questioned about the possibility on Sunday, Economy Minister Luis Caputo replied with an emphatic: “No.” "Monday is just another day, nothing changes to the economic program or the band system," he said, referring to the peso-dollar exchange rate band set by the government in April.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Argentina's Javier Milei vows more reforms after stunning election win

Argentine President Argentina's President Javier Milei (C) celebrates in front of supporters outside La Libertad Avanza headquartersMilei hailed his party's runaway victory in Sunday's midterm elections as a ‘turning point’ for the country and vowed to charge ahead with his agenda of shrinking the state and deregulating the economy. Milei's small La Libertad Avanza (LLA) party rebounded from a series of setbacks to win 40.84 per cent of the votes cast for members of Congress, far outpacing the opposition in an election closely watched by jittery investors. “Today we reached a turning point, today begins the construction of a great Argentina,” the 55-year-old president told supporters at a victory party in Buenos Aires. He promised to continue on the reform path with what he predicted would be “the most reformist Congress in Argentina's history”. US President Donald Trump, a close ally, congratulated Milei and said his Argentine counterpart was doing a “wonderful job!” Half of the seats in the Chamber of Deputies and one-third of the Senate seats were up for grabs on Sunday. Milei said LLA had more than tripled its seat count, winning 101 seats in the lower house Chamber of Deputies, up from 37, and 20 seats in the Senate, up from six. ‘Forward, not backwards' The center-left Peronist movement, in power for much of Argentina's post-war history, trailed in second place with 31.64 percent. "Far more Argentines want to move forward than go backwards," Milei said on the demise of the opposition. The elections were the first national test of Milei's support since he won office two years ago on a promise to revive the long-ailing Argentine economy through a series of painful reforms. The run-up to the vote was marked by a run on the national currency, the peso, that forced Milei to seek a bailout from Trump. Washington promised an unprecedented $40 billion package of aid, but the assistance came with a warning from Trump to Argentines that he would not "be generous" if the election did not go Milei's way. "Our confidence in him was justified by the People of Argentina," the US president said Monday. At the LLA election party, hundreds of Milei's supporters celebrated the results with cheers, hugs, chants and even tears. "I'm very happy and excited; I didn't expect such a large number," Facundo Campos, a 38-year-old marketing consultant, told AFP, comparing the joy to the “last goal of the last World Cup won by Argentina!” Maria Jesus Galan, a 45-year-old health official, said while there "some room for improvement" in Milei's government, "it has a great future." Turnout at four-decade low Ahead of the election, several Milei voters had spoken to AFP about their disappointment with his leadership, particularly the corruption scandals involving members of his inner circle. But they remained viscerally opposed to the Peronist movement, whose figurehead, former president Cristina Kirchner, is under house arrest after being convicted of corruption. At 67.9 percent, turnout was the lowest in a national election in four decades, reflecting disillusionment with the entire political class. The most surprising results were in Buenos Aires province, a Peronist stronghold, where LLA clawed its way back from a defeat by the Peronists in last month's local elections to a toss-up. Adriana Cotoneo, a 69-year-old pensioner voting in Buenos Aires, told AFP she backed Milei's party "not because I believe it's the best option, but because I'm clear about who I want to be gone." Former TV pundit Milei has cut tens of thousands of public sector jobs, frozen public works, cut spending on health, education and pensions, and led a major deregulation drive since taking office in December 2023. His reforms were blamed for initially plunging millions of Argentines deeper into poverty. They did however slow inflation by two-thirds -- to the relief of many -- although at the expense of faltering economic growth, consumption and manufacturing. Investors began dumping the Argentine peso last month amid concerns over the economy and support for Milei, but Trump stepped in to shore up his closest Latin American ally. The US Treasury has intervened several times in the market in recent weeks, buying up pesos to help keep it afloat. Ahead of the election, expectations were high that the government could depreciate or devalue the peso, widely seen as too strong, immediately after the vote. But questioned about the possibility on Sunday, Economy Minister Luis Caputo replied with an emphatic: “No.” "Monday is just another day, nothing changes to the economic program or the band system," he said, referring to the peso-dollar exchange rate band set by the government in April. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Milei's small La Libertad Avanza (LLA) party rebounded from a series of setbacks to win 40.84 per cent of the votes cast for members of Congress, far outpacing the opposition in an election closely watched by jittery investors

Arsenal stretched their Premier League lead to four points as Eberechi Eze's goal beat his former club Crystal Palace 1-0, while Manchester City lost 1-0 at Aston Villa on Sunday. Bournemouth are now the Gunners' closest challengers in second after they beat Nottingham Forest 2-0, while Tottenham climbed to third after a 3-0 win at Everton. After Liverpool's latest defeat to Brentford on Saturday, Arsenal enjoyed the perfect weekend as both their title rivals fell further behind as they go from strength to strength.&nbsp;Eze left the Eagles to join Arsenal in a £60 million ($80 million) deal in August and his first Premier League goal was decisive as Mikel Arteta's men were again able to lean on their set-piece prowess and a solid defence. The England international blasted in on the volley after Palace failed to clear Declan Rice's free-kick six minutes before half-time.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/barcelona-lamine-yamal-falls-flat-in-el-classico-as-real-madrid-players-take-jibe-at-young-sensation-1761538041093">Barcelona’s Yamal falls flat in Classico as Real players take jibe at young sensation</a>&nbsp;Arsenal again failed to hit top gear going forward, but didn't need to as they kept a 10th clean sheet in 13 games in all competitions this season.&nbsp;"The technique from Eze is unbelievable. We needed something special," said Arteta. "We didn't score a second goal and when you don't do that you are in danger, but we restricted them to very little."&nbsp;The only concern for Arteta was the sight of Rice and William Saliba having to be replaced in the second half due to injury.&nbsp;Arsenal now lead fifth-placed City by six points and have a seven-point cushion over Liverpool in seventh.<h3>Haaland streak ends</h3>&nbsp;City appeared to be emerging as Arsenal's biggest obstacle in the title race after a nine-game unbeaten run. But Pep Guardiola's men lost at Villa Park for the third consecutive season as Erling Haaland's 12-game scoring streak came to an end.&nbsp;Matty Cash's stunning strike from outside the box on 19 minutes secured a fourth consecutive league win for Villa as Unai Emery's men climb to seventh.&nbsp;Haaland had a late goal ruled out for offside, but City's lack of goal threat other than the Norwegian finally cost the visitors.&nbsp;No City player other than Haaland has scored in the Premier League for a month.&nbsp;"We were not aggressive enough," said a disappointed Guardiola.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Bournemouth are now the Gunners' closest challengers in second after they beat Nottingham Forest 2-0, while Tottenham climbed to third after a 3-0 win at Everton.

Arsenal stretched their Premier League lead to four points as Eberechi Eze's goal beat his former club Crystal Palace 1-0, while Manchester City lost 1-0 at Aston Villa on Sunday. Bournemouth are now the Gunners' closest challengers in second after they beat Nottingham Forest 2-0, while Tottenham climbed to third after a 3-0 win at Everton. After Liverpool's latest defeat to Brentford on Saturday, Arsenal enjoyed the perfect weekend as both their title rivals fell further behind as they go from strength to strength. Eze left the Eagles to join Arsenal in a £60 million ($80 million) deal in August and his first Premier League goal was decisive as Mikel Arteta's men were again able to lean on their set-piece prowess and a solid defence. The England international blasted in on the volley after Palace failed to clear Declan Rice's free-kick six minutes before half-time. Also read | Barcelona’s Yamal falls flat in Classico as Real players take jibe at young sensation Arsenal again failed to hit top gear going forward, but didn't need to as they kept a 10th clean sheet in 13 games in all competitions this season. "The technique from Eze is unbelievable. We needed something special," said Arteta. "We didn't score a second goal and when you don't do that you are in danger, but we restricted them to very little." The only concern for Arteta was the sight of Rice and William Saliba having to be replaced in the second half due to injury. Arsenal now lead fifth-placed City by six points and have a seven-point cushion over Liverpool in seventh. Haaland streak ends City appeared to be emerging as Arsenal's biggest obstacle in the title race after a nine-game unbeaten run. But Pep Guardiola's men lost at Villa Park for the third consecutive season as Erling Haaland's 12-game scoring streak came to an end. Matty Cash's stunning strike from outside the box on 19 minutes secured a fourth consecutive league win for Villa as Unai Emery's men climb to seventh. Haaland had a late goal ruled out for offside, but City's lack of goal threat other than the Norwegian finally cost the visitors. No City player other than Haaland has scored in the Premier League for a month. "We were not aggressive enough," said a disappointed Guardiola. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Bournemouth are now the Gunners' closest challengers in second after they beat Nottingham Forest 2-0, while Tottenham climbed to third after a 3-0 win at Everton.

Premier League: Arsenal stretch lead to four points as City suffer shock loss at Villa

Lamine Yamal's words before the Clasico caused more of a stir than his subdued performance on the pitch as Barcelona fell to defeat, and the 18-year-old star can take some valuable lessons moving forward. For the first time the teenager became the main focus of an entire stadium's ire after comments he made before Real Madrid's 2-1 victory on Sunday became the focus of heavy criticism in the capital.&nbsp;Joking on a social media stream appearance Yamal suggested Real Madrid "steal" and "complain", and he was harangued by the Santiago Bernabeu crowd as a result during Los Blancos' triumph that sent them five points clear of Barca at the top of La Liga.&nbsp;Madrid players, led by captain Dani Carvajal, headed towards Yamal to remonstrate with him, as the ill-tempered ending to the game boiled over after the final whistle.&nbsp;Yamal will learn that if he says anything remotely controversial it will always be blown up by Madrid media outlets, as is true on the other side of the rivalry.&nbsp;Barcelona's assistant coach, Marcus Sorg, filling in for the suspended Hansi Flick, said the atmosphere might have affected Yamal's flat display.&nbsp;"It could be (that), probably a little bit, because he is also learning to deal with the crowd, the shouting and whistles from spectators," said Sorg. "It's normal. Normally he's very motivated and plays well. Today it was not so easy for him."&nbsp;Yamal has also now learned that sometimes he will get his comeuppance, which in his fledgling career he has not experienced much of. He lifted Euro 2024 with Spain last year and went on to win a domestic treble with Barcelona, as well as finishing second in the Ballon d'Or award voting. The forward has been quick to fire out jibes on social media, and last season said Real Madrid players can speak "when they beat me".&nbsp;However, in a rivalry as intense and storied as the Clasico there will always be swings of dominance, highs and lows.&nbsp;Barcelona won all four Clasico matches last season and Madrid players had that sentiment in mind as they sought out the teenager.&nbsp;"Talk is cheap," wrote Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid's match-winner, on an Instagram post in a thinly-veiled retort to Yamal.&nbsp;<h3>‘Make a scene’</h3>&nbsp;Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong criticised Carvajal, 33, for arguing with Yamal in public.&nbsp;"If Carvajal wanted to speak to Lamine, he could do so in private," said De Jong. "If he thinks he shouldn't do things like (those comments) he could call him. They're team-mates (with Spain), they know each other. Why do you have to make a scene on the pitch?"&nbsp;On the other hand, Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni said Yamal's comments were not particularly upsetting.&nbsp;"They're just words, and there's no bad intention. It motivates us a bit more, but if Lamine wants to talk, he can do so, there's no problem," Tchouameni told reporters. "When I was little, I remember the exchanges between Barca and Real players before matches, and we liked that. In the end, the match is played on the pitch."&nbsp;Yamal's performance was unusually gray, with the winger seemingly still affected by a groin injury he has been working to recover from.&nbsp;He rarely tried to beat his opponents one-on-one, in part thanks to Madrid's attentive defending.&nbsp;"He came from an injury and he needs rhythm, more games at the highest level," said Sorg, who also noted the teenager was getting extra attention from Barca's opposition this season. "The opponents try everything to defend very well, they adapt this season," continued Flick's assistant.&nbsp;"They often play two against one against him... he's young and he has to improve and we will help him."&nbsp;It would be a shame for Yamal to lose some of the spike which makes him interesting both on and off the pitch, but his disappointing afternoon will give him plenty to think about in the weeks and months ahead.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Barcelona's assistant coach, Marcus Sorg, filling in for the suspended Hansi Flick, said the atmosphere might have affected Yamal's flat display.

Lamine Yamal's words before the Clasico caused more of a stir than his subdued performance on the pitch as Barcelona fell to defeat, and the 18-year-old star can take some valuable lessons moving forward. For the first time the teenager became the main focus of an entire stadium's ire after comments he made before Real Madrid's 2-1 victory on Sunday became the focus of heavy criticism in the capital. Joking on a social media stream appearance Yamal suggested Real Madrid "steal" and "complain", and he was harangued by the Santiago Bernabeu crowd as a result during Los Blancos' triumph that sent them five points clear of Barca at the top of La Liga. Madrid players, led by captain Dani Carvajal, headed towards Yamal to remonstrate with him, as the ill-tempered ending to the game boiled over after the final whistle. Yamal will learn that if he says anything remotely controversial it will always be blown up by Madrid media outlets, as is true on the other side of the rivalry. Barcelona's assistant coach, Marcus Sorg, filling in for the suspended Hansi Flick, said the atmosphere might have affected Yamal's flat display. "It could be (that), probably a little bit, because he is also learning to deal with the crowd, the shouting and whistles from spectators," said Sorg. "It's normal. Normally he's very motivated and plays well. Today it was not so easy for him." Yamal has also now learned that sometimes he will get his comeuppance, which in his fledgling career he has not experienced much of. He lifted Euro 2024 with Spain last year and went on to win a domestic treble with Barcelona, as well as finishing second in the Ballon d'Or award voting. The forward has been quick to fire out jibes on social media, and last season said Real Madrid players can speak "when they beat me". However, in a rivalry as intense and storied as the Clasico there will always be swings of dominance, highs and lows. Barcelona won all four Clasico matches last season and Madrid players had that sentiment in mind as they sought out the teenager. "Talk is cheap," wrote Jude Bellingham, Real Madrid's match-winner, on an Instagram post in a thinly-veiled retort to Yamal. ‘Make a scene’ Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong criticised Carvajal, 33, for arguing with Yamal in public. "If Carvajal wanted to speak to Lamine, he could do so in private," said De Jong. "If he thinks he shouldn't do things like (those comments) he could call him. They're team-mates (with Spain), they know each other. Why do you have to make a scene on the pitch?" On the other hand, Real Madrid midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni said Yamal's comments were not particularly upsetting. "They're just words, and there's no bad intention. It motivates us a bit more, but if Lamine wants to talk, he can do so, there's no problem," Tchouameni told reporters. "When I was little, I remember the exchanges between Barca and Real players before matches, and we liked that. In the end, the match is played on the pitch." Yamal's performance was unusually gray, with the winger seemingly still affected by a groin injury he has been working to recover from. He rarely tried to beat his opponents one-on-one, in part thanks to Madrid's attentive defending. "He came from an injury and he needs rhythm, more games at the highest level," said Sorg, who also noted the teenager was getting extra attention from Barca's opposition this season. "The opponents try everything to defend very well, they adapt this season," continued Flick's assistant. "They often play two against one against him... he's young and he has to improve and we will help him." It would be a shame for Yamal to lose some of the spike which makes him interesting both on and off the pitch, but his disappointing afternoon will give him plenty to think about in the weeks and months ahead. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Barcelona's assistant coach, Marcus Sorg, filling in for the suspended Hansi Flick, said the atmosphere might have affected Yamal's flat display.

Barcelona’s Yamal falls flat in Classico as Real players take jibe at young sensation

Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test against England in Perth next month, Cricket Australia said Monday in a statement. The governing body said "Cummins will not be fit in time" as he recovers from a lower back injury, and that veteran batter Steve Smith would lead the side in his absence. Australia are clinging to hope the pace spearhead will return later in the five-Test series.&nbsp;"Cummins has resumed running and expects to return to bowling shortly," Cricket Australia said.&nbsp;The 32-year-old has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.&nbsp;Scott Boland looms as the likely replacement, joining fellow quicks Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood.&nbsp;Cummins' race to prove his fitness has become a major storyline leading up to the first Test, starting in Perth on November 21.&nbsp;"I'm still doing a bit of gym and keeping things kicking over, but with this kind of injury, it's rest and then we'll build back and kind of work back from the Ashes," he said in September. "Still really hopeful to be able to be part of the Ashes. But it is a little bit of a wait and see."&nbsp;Cummins has suffered serious back issues several times over the years, including a flare-up in 2018 that kept him out of action for a full off-season.<h3>Woeful record</h3>&nbsp;Australia coach Andrew McDonald has said he may still pick Cummins at some point even if he was a "little bit underdone" with his rehabilitation.&nbsp;England are bringing a pace-heavy attack for the series, spearheaded by Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood.&nbsp;Former fast bowler Stuart Broad stoked the bitter rivalry between the two sides earlier this month when he claimed Australia were fielding their weakest line-up in 15 years.&nbsp;"It's probably the worst Australian team since 2010 when England last won (in Australia), and it's the best English team since 2010," Broad, now working as a pundit, told the BBC. "It's actually not an opinion, it's fact."&nbsp;But the reality remains that England have an appalling record playing in Australia.&nbsp;Australia retained the Ashes in England in 2023 after the series ended in a 2-2 draw.&nbsp;They beat England 4-0 at home in 2021-22 when Cummins was the leading bowler with 21 wickets at an average of 18.&nbsp;The 2010-11 series, taken by the tourists 3-1, is the only Ashes in Australia since 2002-03 in which England have even won a Test.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The 32-year-old Cummins has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.

Injured Australia captain Pat Cummins has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test against England in Perth next month, Cricket Australia said Monday in a statement. The governing body said "Cummins will not be fit in time" as he recovers from a lower back injury, and that veteran batter Steve Smith would lead the side in his absence. Australia are clinging to hope the pace spearhead will return later in the five-Test series. "Cummins has resumed running and expects to return to bowling shortly," Cricket Australia said. The 32-year-old has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July. Scott Boland looms as the likely replacement, joining fellow quicks Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Cummins' race to prove his fitness has become a major storyline leading up to the first Test, starting in Perth on November 21. "I'm still doing a bit of gym and keeping things kicking over, but with this kind of injury, it's rest and then we'll build back and kind of work back from the Ashes," he said in September. "Still really hopeful to be able to be part of the Ashes. But it is a little bit of a wait and see." Cummins has suffered serious back issues several times over the years, including a flare-up in 2018 that kept him out of action for a full off-season. Woeful record Australia coach Andrew McDonald has said he may still pick Cummins at some point even if he was a "little bit underdone" with his rehabilitation. England are bringing a pace-heavy attack for the series, spearheaded by Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Josh Tongue, Brydon Carse and Mark Wood. Former fast bowler Stuart Broad stoked the bitter rivalry between the two sides earlier this month when he claimed Australia were fielding their weakest line-up in 15 years. "It's probably the worst Australian team since 2010 when England last won (in Australia), and it's the best English team since 2010," Broad, now working as a pundit, told the BBC. "It's actually not an opinion, it's fact." But the reality remains that England have an appalling record playing in Australia. Australia retained the Ashes in England in 2023 after the series ended in a 2-2 draw. They beat England 4-0 at home in 2021-22 when Cummins was the leading bowler with 21 wickets at an average of 18. The 2010-11 series, taken by the tourists 3-1, is the only Ashes in Australia since 2002-03 in which England have even won a Test. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The 32-year-old Cummins has not played since picking up a lower back injury in a Test match against the West Indies in July.

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Russia's top economic negotiator on Sunday slammed "titanic attempts" to thwart dialogue with the United States as he visited the country for talks with American officials after Washington imposed sanctions on Moscow's oil companies.The visit comes as the US President Donald Trump voiced increasing frustration at Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and his refusal to agree a ceasefire in the Ukraine war.Putin's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who arrived in the United States on Friday, said Moscow was "committed to constructive dialogue" with the US."We're seeing titanic attempts to disrupt any dialogue between Russia and the US, and to spread disinformation," Dmitriev said in a video posted on Telegram.Dmitriev met Trump administration officials on Friday and Saturday, a Russian source familiar with the talks told AFP. Talks were expected to continue on Sunday.Earlier this week, Trump shelved talks with Putin in Budapest, saying he did not want a "wasted" meeting.In an interview with a Hungarian YouTube channel Ultrahang published Sunday, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Washington had not proposed "any new meetings or conversations" between both countries' top diplomats since their phone call on Monday."And I did not raise the issue, because the entire initiative was coming from the United States. And we would be ready to move as the Americans feel comfortable for themselves," Lavrov said, speaking English.Asked about the leaders' summit, he said: "It's up to those who initiated the process."The Kremlin's envoy Dmitriev met with Republican Congresswoman for Florida Anna Paulina Luna.In a post on X on Sunday, he said Luna was organising "a meeting between US Congress members and the Russian Duma to encourage parliamentary dialogue".In the Telegram video message, Dmitriev -- a former Goldman Sachs banker and Stanford graduate -- said such a meeting would be held "in the near future".Russia has consistently rejected calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Its latest overnight attack on Kyiv killed three people and wounded dozens according to the Ukrainian authorities.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Putin's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who arrived in the United States on Friday, said Moscow was "committed to constructive dialogue and to clearly communicating Russia's position".

Russia's top economic negotiator on Sunday slammed "titanic attempts" to thwart dialogue with the United States as he visited the country for talks with American officials after Washington imposed sanctions on Moscow's oil companies. The visit comes as the US President Donald Trump voiced increasing frustration at Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and his refusal to agree a ceasefire in the Ukraine war. Putin's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who arrived in the United States on Friday, said Moscow was "committed to constructive dialogue" with the US. "We're seeing titanic attempts to disrupt any dialogue between Russia and the US, and to spread disinformation," Dmitriev said in a video posted on Telegram. Dmitriev met Trump administration officials on Friday and Saturday, a Russian source familiar with the talks told AFP. Talks were expected to continue on Sunday. Earlier this week, Trump shelved talks with Putin in Budapest, saying he did not want a "wasted" meeting. In an interview with a Hungarian YouTube channel Ultrahang published Sunday, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Washington had not proposed "any new meetings or conversations" between both countries' top diplomats since their phone call on Monday. "And I did not raise the issue, because the entire initiative was coming from the United States. And we would be ready to move as the Americans feel comfortable for themselves," Lavrov said, speaking English. Asked about the leaders' summit, he said: "It's up to those who initiated the process." The Kremlin's envoy Dmitriev met with Republican Congresswoman for Florida Anna Paulina Luna. In a post on X on Sunday, he said Luna was organising "a meeting between US Congress members and the Russian Duma to encourage parliamentary dialogue". In the Telegram video message, Dmitriev -- a former Goldman Sachs banker and Stanford graduate -- said such a meeting would be held "in the near future". Russia has consistently rejected calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine. Its latest overnight attack on Kyiv killed three people and wounded dozens according to the Ukrainian authorities. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Putin's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev, who arrived in the United States on Friday, said Moscow was "committed to constructive dialogue and to clearly communicating Russia's position".

Russian envoy slams ‘titanic attempts’ to derail talks with US

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