The EU on Tuesday slapped luxury fashion brands Gucci, Chloe and Loewe with fines amounting to more than 157 million euros ($182 million) for fixing resale prices.&nbsp;The fines come after the European Commission launched surprise raids on the companies in April 2023 and a formal antitrust probe in July 2024.&nbsp;The commission said it has now imposed the fines because the three brands restricted independent retailers' ability to set their own retail prices online and in stores.&nbsp;The EU's powerful antitrust watchdog said such anticompetitive behaviour increases prices and reduces choice for consumers.&nbsp;"This decision sends a strong signal to the fashion industry and beyond that we will not tolerate this kind of practices in Europe," the EU's antitrust commissioner Teresa Ribera said in a statement.The penalties were reduced for all three after they acknowledged their violations and cooperated with the commission.&nbsp;Brussels hit Kering-owned Italian label Gucci -- by far the largest of the three companies -- with a 119.7-million-euro fine for infringements between April 2015 and April 2023.&nbsp;French house Chloe received a 19.7-million-euro fine for violations between December 2019 and April 2023.&nbsp;And the EU slapped Spanish house Loewe, owned by French luxury group LVMH, with a fine worth 18 million euros for the infringement period between December 2015 and April 2023.&nbsp;The EU said the companies "interfered with their retailers' commercial strategies" including by forcing them not to deviate from maximum discount rates and specific periods for sales.&nbsp;In some cases, the three brands temporarily banned retailers from offering any discounts, the commission said, adding that the firms "acted independently of each other".&nbsp;Kering said it "acknowledges" the EU's decision "related to past commercial practices at Gucci" and had prepared for a fine in its financial statements for the first half of 2025. "The exposure is entirely covered," it added.&nbsp;Loewe said it "reiterates its firm commitment to acting in strict compliance with competition law"."We take this matter extremely seriously and acted with the utmost diligence to address it," Chloe, owned by Swiss group&nbsp;Richemont, said in a statement.&nbsp;"Since the 2023 investigation, we have reinforced our compliance framework with enhanced measures to ensure strict adherence to competition law."

The EU's powerful antitrust watchdog said such anticompetitive behaviour increases prices and reduces choice for consumers.

The EU on Tuesday slapped luxury fashion brands Gucci, Chloe and Loewe with fines amounting to more than 157 million euros ($182 million) for fixing resale prices. The fines come after the European Commission launched surprise raids on the companies in April 2023 and a formal antitrust probe in July 2024. The commission said it has now imposed the fines because the three brands restricted independent retailers' ability to set their own retail prices online and in stores. The EU's powerful antitrust watchdog said such anticompetitive behaviour increases prices and reduces choice for consumers. "This decision sends a strong signal to the fashion industry and beyond that we will not tolerate this kind of practices in Europe," the EU's antitrust commissioner Teresa Ribera said in a statement. The penalties were reduced for all three after they acknowledged their violations and cooperated with the commission. Brussels hit Kering-owned Italian label Gucci -- by far the largest of the three companies -- with a 119.7-million-euro fine for infringements between April 2015 and April 2023. French house Chloe received a 19.7-million-euro fine for violations between December 2019 and April 2023. And the EU slapped Spanish house Loewe, owned by French luxury group LVMH, with a fine worth 18 million euros for the infringement period between December 2015 and April 2023. The EU said the companies "interfered with their retailers' commercial strategies" including by forcing them not to deviate from maximum discount rates and specific periods for sales. In some cases, the three brands temporarily banned retailers from offering any discounts, the commission said, adding that the firms "acted independently of each other". Kering said it "acknowledges" the EU's decision "related to past commercial practices at Gucci" and had prepared for a fine in its financial statements for the first half of 2025. "The exposure is entirely covered," it added. Loewe said it "reiterates its firm commitment to acting in strict compliance with competition law". "We take this matter extremely seriously and acted with the utmost diligence to address it," Chloe, owned by Swiss group Richemont, said in a statement. "Since the 2023 investigation, we have reinforced our compliance framework with enhanced measures to ensure strict adherence to competition law."

The EU's powerful antitrust watchdog said such anticompetitive behaviour increases prices and reduces choice for consumers.

EU hits Gucci, Chloe, Loewe with 157-mn-euro fines for price fixing

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Tuesday the truce between Hamas and Israel must not come at the expense of holding accountable those responsible for the "genocide" in Gaza.&nbsp;"Peace cannot mean forgetting; it cannot mean impunity," the Socialist premier said during an interview with Cadena Ser radio."Those who were key actors in the genocide perpetrated in Gaza must answer to justice, there can be no impunity," he added when asked about the possibility of legal proceedings against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;Spain, one of the most vocal critics in Europe of Israel's offensive in Gaza, announced in September that its prosecutor would investigate "serious violations" of human rights in the Palestinian territory in coordination with the International Criminal Court.The court has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Israel's former defence minister Yoav Gallant.&nbsp;Sanchez, who attended a peace summit on Gaza in Egypt on Monday, reaffirmed that Spain's arms embargo on shipments to and from Israel remains in place."We will maintain this embargo until the process is consolidated and definitively moves towards peace," he said.Sanchez also suggested Spain could take part in future efforts to secure peace and aid reconstruction in Gaza.&nbsp;The war in Gaza was triggered by an unprecedented cross-border attack by Hamas into Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in the death of 1,219 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of official Israeli figures, as well as the abduction of 251 hostages.&nbsp;Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed at least 67,869 people, mostly civilians, according to figures from the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory that the United Nations considers reliable.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Tuesday the truce between Hamas and Israel must not come at the expense of holding accountable those responsible for the "genocide" in Gaza.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Tuesday the truce between Hamas and Israel must not come at the expense of holding accountable those responsible for the "genocide" in Gaza. "Peace cannot mean forgetting; it cannot mean impunity," the Socialist premier said during an interview with Cadena Ser radio. "Those who were key actors in the genocide perpetrated in Gaza must answer to justice, there can be no impunity," he added when asked about the possibility of legal proceedings against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Spain, one of the most vocal critics in Europe of Israel's offensive in Gaza, announced in September that its prosecutor would investigate "serious violations" of human rights in the Palestinian territory in coordination with the International Criminal Court. The court has issued arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Israel's former defence minister Yoav Gallant. Sanchez, who attended a peace summit on Gaza in Egypt on Monday, reaffirmed that Spain's arms embargo on shipments to and from Israel remains in place. "We will maintain this embargo until the process is consolidated and definitively moves towards peace," he said. Sanchez also suggested Spain could take part in future efforts to secure peace and aid reconstruction in Gaza. The war in Gaza was triggered by an unprecedented cross-border attack by Hamas into Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in the death of 1,219 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of official Israeli figures, as well as the abduction of 251 hostages. Israel's campaign in Gaza has killed at least 67,869 people, mostly civilians, according to figures from the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory that the United Nations considers reliable.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said Tuesday the truce between Hamas and Israel must not come at the expense of holding accountable those responsible for the "genocide" in Gaza.

Spain PM says Trump's peace deal in Israel-Hamas war does not mean impunity for Gaza 'genocide'

Athletics coach Vicente Leiva-Modahl, the ex-husband of former British runner Diane Modahl, is due to appear in court in Manchester on Tuesday (Oct 14) charged with raping and sexually assaulting a child. Leiva-Modahl is accused of several offences between 2012 and 2024, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said. The Norwegian is charged with two counts of raping a child and five counts of sexually assaulting a child. He is also accused of two counts of causing a child to engage in sexual activity and two counts of assault by penetration of a child, the CPS said.&nbsp;The 65-year-old is further charged with two counts of sexual assault on a female, one count of causing a female to engage in sexual activity, two counts of assault by penetration of a female and one count of controlling and coercive behaviour.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cape-verde-erupts-in-joy-after-maiden-2026-fifa-world-cup-qualification-1760411850255">Cape Verde erupts in joy after maiden FIFA World Cup qualification</a>&nbsp;Deputy chief crown prosecutor James Bolton-Smith said: "The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to prosecute Vicente Leiva-Modahl for a number of serious sex offences, including offences relating to child sexual abuse.&nbsp;"Our prosecutors have worked to establish that there is sufficient evidence to bring the case to court and that it is in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings."&nbsp;Modahl will appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court.&nbsp;Diane Modahl won the 800m at the 1990 Commonwealth Games and represented Britain at four Olympics, reaching the final in that event at the 1988 Seoul Games.&nbsp;She reportedly split with Leiva-Modahl in recent years.&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 the WION audience.

The Norwegian is also accused of two counts of causing a child to engage in sexual activity and two counts of assault by penetration of a child, the CPS said.

Athletics coach Vicente Leiva-Modahl, the ex-husband of former British runner Diane Modahl, is due to appear in court in Manchester on Tuesday (Oct 14) charged with raping and sexually assaulting a child. Leiva-Modahl is accused of several offences between 2012 and 2024, the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) said. The Norwegian is charged with two counts of raping a child and five counts of sexually assaulting a child. He is also accused of two counts of causing a child to engage in sexual activity and two counts of assault by penetration of a child, the CPS said. The 65-year-old is further charged with two counts of sexual assault on a female, one count of causing a female to engage in sexual activity, two counts of assault by penetration of a female and one count of controlling and coercive behaviour. Also read | Cape Verde erupts in joy after maiden FIFA World Cup qualification Deputy chief crown prosecutor James Bolton-Smith said: "The Crown Prosecution Service has decided to prosecute Vicente Leiva-Modahl for a number of serious sex offences, including offences relating to child sexual abuse. "Our prosecutors have worked to establish that there is sufficient evidence to bring the case to court and that it is in the public interest to pursue criminal proceedings." Modahl will appear at Manchester Magistrates' Court. Diane Modahl won the 800m at the 1990 Commonwealth Games and represented Britain at four Olympics, reaching the final in that event at the 1988 Seoul Games. She reportedly split with Leiva-Modahl in recent years. 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 the WION audience.

The Norwegian is also accused of two counts of causing a child to engage in sexual activity and two counts of assault by penetration of a child, the CPS said.

Former Olympic coach Vicente Modahl charged with raping child

Woody Allen fell in love with Diane Keaton as soon as he set eyes on her, but took a week to pluck up the courage to speak to the woman whose stellar career he would help to turbocharge.&nbsp;He has now paid a heartfelt tribute to his favourite actress and former partner, whose death was announced at the weekend.&nbsp;"I first laid eyes on her lanky beauty at an audition and thought, If Huckleberry Finn was a gorgeous young woman, he'd be Keaton," 89-year-old Allen wrote in a long tribute in The Free Press to Keaton, whose death was announced Saturday. She was 79.&nbsp;"For the first week of rehearsal we never spoke a word to one another," he said of his time acting alongside her in the 1972 film "Play It Again, Sam."&nbsp;In Pics: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/diane-keaton-woody-allen-a-complicated-friendship-that-endured-controversies-breakups-and-more-me-too-annie-hall-1760239759051/1760239759052">Diane Keaton-Woody Allen: A complicated friendship that endured controversies, breakups and more</a>&nbsp;"She was shy, I was shy, and with two shy people, things can get pretty dull. Finally, by chance, we took a break at the same moment and wound up sharing a fast bite... The upshot is that she was so charming, so beautiful, so magical, that I questioned my sanity. I thought: Could I be in love so quickly?"&nbsp;Allen, the acclaimed director-screenwriter-actor who never shook allegations that he molested his adopted daughter in 1992, described later moving in with Keaton and forming a creative bond with the beloved actress.&nbsp;"She sat through 'Take the Money and Run' and said the movie was very funny and very original. Her words. Its success proved her correct and I never doubted her judgment again," she said.&nbsp;"I never read a single review of my work and cared only what Keaton had to say about it. If she liked it, I counted the film as an artistic success," said Allen, who worked alongside Keaton in several films, including "Annie Hall," "Manhattan," and "Manhattan Murder Mystery."&nbsp;Keaton stood by Allen when much of Hollywood shunned the neurotic funnyman at the height of the MeToo reckoning in January 2018, tweeting "Woody Allen is my friend and I continue to believe him."&nbsp;At that time, the director was again facing accusations of sexual assault, made in 1992 by his adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow. Charges against him were dropped after two separate investigations.&nbsp;<h2>- Troubled relationship with food -</h2>&nbsp;In his tribute, Allen describes Keaton's difficult relationship with food.&nbsp;"She'd put away a sirloin, hash browns, marble cheesecake, and coffee. Then we'd get home, and moments later she'd be toasting waffles or packing a huge taco with pork," he wrote.&nbsp;"This slim actress ate like Paul Bunyan. Only years later when she wrote a memoir did she describe her eating disorder."&nbsp;Allen concluded his tribute by saying that "a few days ago the world was a place that included Diane Keaton."&nbsp;"Now it's a world that does not. Hence, it's a drearier world."

Filmmaker Woody Allen wrote a long heartfelt tribute for his ex-partner and actress Diane Keaton a day after she passed away. Allen recalled the pair's first meeting, how he fell in love with her and more. 

Woody Allen fell in love with Diane Keaton as soon as he set eyes on her, but took a week to pluck up the courage to speak to the woman whose stellar career he would help to turbocharge. He has now paid a heartfelt tribute to his favourite actress and former partner, whose death was announced at the weekend. "I first laid eyes on her lanky beauty at an audition and thought, If Huckleberry Finn was a gorgeous young woman, he'd be Keaton," 89-year-old Allen wrote in a long tribute in The Free Press to Keaton, whose death was announced Saturday. She was 79. "For the first week of rehearsal we never spoke a word to one another," he said of his time acting alongside her in the 1972 film "Play It Again, Sam." In Pics: Diane Keaton-Woody Allen: A complicated friendship that endured controversies, breakups and more "She was shy, I was shy, and with two shy people, things can get pretty dull. Finally, by chance, we took a break at the same moment and wound up sharing a fast bite... The upshot is that she was so charming, so beautiful, so magical, that I questioned my sanity. I thought: Could I be in love so quickly?" Allen, the acclaimed director-screenwriter-actor who never shook allegations that he molested his adopted daughter in 1992, described later moving in with Keaton and forming a creative bond with the beloved actress. "She sat through 'Take the Money and Run' and said the movie was very funny and very original. Her words. Its success proved her correct and I never doubted her judgment again," she said. "I never read a single review of my work and cared only what Keaton had to say about it. If she liked it, I counted the film as an artistic success," said Allen, who worked alongside Keaton in several films, including "Annie Hall," "Manhattan," and "Manhattan Murder Mystery." Keaton stood by Allen when much of Hollywood shunned the neurotic funnyman at the height of the MeToo reckoning in January 2018, tweeting "Woody Allen is my friend and I continue to believe him." At that time, the director was again facing accusations of sexual assault, made in 1992 by his adoptive daughter Dylan Farrow. Charges against him were dropped after two separate investigations. - Troubled relationship with food - In his tribute, Allen describes Keaton's difficult relationship with food. "She'd put away a sirloin, hash browns, marble cheesecake, and coffee. Then we'd get home, and moments later she'd be toasting waffles or packing a huge taco with pork," he wrote. "This slim actress ate like Paul Bunyan. Only years later when she wrote a memoir did she describe her eating disorder." Allen concluded his tribute by saying that "a few days ago the world was a place that included Diane Keaton." "Now it's a world that does not. Hence, it's a drearier world."

Filmmaker Woody Allen wrote a long heartfelt tribute for his ex-partner and actress Diane Keaton a day after she passed away. Allen recalled the pair's first meeting, how he fell in love with her and more.&nbsp;

Woody Allen says world 'drearier' without ex-partner Diane Keaton

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde's capital Praia on Monday after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time. Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out of the Cape Verde National Stadium following the 3-0 victory over Eswatini, which secured the Blue Sharks a place in the 2026 finals, to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. In the street, people danced to the sound of reggae tunes and local funana music.&nbsp;It was "an incredible moment", 37-year-old fan Jorge Junior Livramento told AFP near the stadium. "I don't have words. I was at the stadium and I supported our team unconditionally," he said.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/injury-hit-france-held-by-iceland-as-germany-close-in-on-2026-world-cup-qualification-1760411393547">Injury-hit France held by Iceland as Germany close in on 2026 World Cup qualification</a>&nbsp;Congratulating Cape Verde on their "historic moment", FIFA president Gianni Infantino said the achievement was likely to "power a new generation of football lovers" across the nation.&nbsp;Cape Verde, located off the coast of Senegal, is the country with the smallest population to represent Africa in the global showpiece, with just 550,000 inhabitants.&nbsp;It becomes the second-least populous nation to reach the World Cup, after Iceland, with just over 350,000, at Russia 2018.<h3>‘Victory for all’</h3>&nbsp;"I shouted a lot during the match and now my voice is bad, but I am happy," Praia resident Jose Vieira told AFP after the victory, which he watched live in the stadium.&nbsp;The celebrations were expected to continue into the night with a concert at Praia's municipal stadium featuring local artists such as Djodje and Soraia Ramos.&nbsp;Blue Sharks Coach Pedro 'Bubista' Brito told the press that "giving this happiness to these people is enormous", adding that "it's a victory for all the Cape Verdean people".&nbsp;Cape Verde won Group D with 23 points, four more than Cameroon, who hold the African record for World Cup appearances with eight. Cameroon drew 0-0 with Angola in Yaounde.&nbsp;An archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Verde gained independence from Portugal in 1975 and first attempted to reach the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea.&nbsp;"It's a special moment in this celebration of the 50th anniversary of our independence," coach Bubista said.&nbsp;"It's a victory for all the Cape Verdean people and, above all, a victory for those who fought for our independence."&nbsp;On the island of Sao Vicente, Doris Da Luz, a trader and entrepreneur, told AFP that she was "very proud".&nbsp;"It's a fight we've been trying to achieve for a long time and finally coach Bubista managed to get us there", said Da Luz, dressed in the team's blue.&nbsp;The team reached the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on their debut in 2013 and again in 2023 and are currently ranked 70th in the world.&nbsp;"It's time to celebrate," 39-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha told reporters, explaining that he had "been dreaming of this moment since I was a child".&nbsp;Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Ghana and Cape Verde have now won groups and filled six of the nine places automatically reserved for Africa at the 2026 World Cup.&nbsp;Fan Jose Jorge Borges, a 60-year-old journalist, told AFP in Praia it was a very memorable moment for Cape Verdeans.&nbsp;"The emotions are visible and difficult to describe", he said.&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.

Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out of the Cape Verde National Stadium following the 3-0 victory over Eswatini, which secured the Blue Sharks a place in the 2026 finals, to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

A carnival-like atmosphere erupted in the streets of Cape Verde's capital Praia on Monday after the tiny archipelago nation qualified for the World Cup for the first time. Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out of the Cape Verde National Stadium following the 3-0 victory over Eswatini, which secured the Blue Sharks a place in the 2026 finals, to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. In the street, people danced to the sound of reggae tunes and local funana music. It was "an incredible moment", 37-year-old fan Jorge Junior Livramento told AFP near the stadium. "I don't have words. I was at the stadium and I supported our team unconditionally," he said. Also read | Injury-hit France held by Iceland as Germany close in on 2026 World Cup qualification Congratulating Cape Verde on their "historic moment", FIFA president Gianni Infantino said the achievement was likely to "power a new generation of football lovers" across the nation. Cape Verde, located off the coast of Senegal, is the country with the smallest population to represent Africa in the global showpiece, with just 550,000 inhabitants. It becomes the second-least populous nation to reach the World Cup, after Iceland, with just over 350,000, at Russia 2018. ‘Victory for all’ "I shouted a lot during the match and now my voice is bad, but I am happy," Praia resident Jose Vieira told AFP after the victory, which he watched live in the stadium. The celebrations were expected to continue into the night with a concert at Praia's municipal stadium featuring local artists such as Djodje and Soraia Ramos. Blue Sharks Coach Pedro 'Bubista' Brito told the press that "giving this happiness to these people is enormous", adding that "it's a victory for all the Cape Verdean people". Cape Verde won Group D with 23 points, four more than Cameroon, who hold the African record for World Cup appearances with eight. Cameroon drew 0-0 with Angola in Yaounde. An archipelago of 10 islands in the Atlantic Ocean, Cape Verde gained independence from Portugal in 1975 and first attempted to reach the 2002 World Cup in Japan and South Korea. "It's a special moment in this celebration of the 50th anniversary of our independence," coach Bubista said. "It's a victory for all the Cape Verdean people and, above all, a victory for those who fought for our independence." On the island of Sao Vicente, Doris Da Luz, a trader and entrepreneur, told AFP that she was "very proud". "It's a fight we've been trying to achieve for a long time and finally coach Bubista managed to get us there", said Da Luz, dressed in the team's blue. The team reached the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals on their debut in 2013 and again in 2023 and are currently ranked 70th in the world. "It's time to celebrate," 39-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha told reporters, explaining that he had "been dreaming of this moment since I was a child". Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Tunisia, Ghana and Cape Verde have now won groups and filled six of the nine places automatically reserved for Africa at the 2026 World Cup. Fan Jose Jorge Borges, a 60-year-old journalist, told AFP in Praia it was a very memorable moment for Cape Verdeans. "The emotions are visible and difficult to describe", he said. 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.

Honking horns and street fireworks greeted euphoric fans pouring out of the Cape Verde National Stadium following the 3-0 victory over Eswatini, which secured the Blue Sharks a place in the 2026 finals, to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Cape Verde erupts in joy after maiden FIFA World Cup qualification

Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals. France, World Cup winners in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, were without a host of players in Reykjavik including captain Kylian Mbappe and Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, both out injured. They fell behind to a Victor Palsson goal late in the first half, but Christopher Nkunku equalised just after the hour mark.&nbsp;Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta then gave Les Bleus the lead midway through the second half, getting his first senior international goal on his first start.&nbsp;However, Iceland were back level almost from the restart as Kristian Hlynsson of FC Twente ran through unchallenged to make it 2-2.&nbsp;France could have clinched qualification for next year's tournament in North America with a win in Reykjavik combined with Ukraine failing to beat Azerbaijan at the same time. But while they were dropping points, Ukraine were beating Azerbaijan 2-1 in the Polish city of Krakow -- Oleksiy Hutsuliak and Ruslan Malinovskiy scored for Ukraine either side of a Vitaliy Mykolenko own goal.&nbsp;France are nevertheless three points clear at the top of Group D with two games remaining next month, and a win at home to second-placed Ukraine in Paris will wrap up top spot.&nbsp;"We totally controlled the game. Iceland had two shots on target and scored two goals," France coach Didier Deschamps told TFI. "But we have another point on the board and next month will be decisive."&nbsp;Germany have now recorded three consecutive victories in Group A after beginning their campaign with a defeat in Slovakia last month.&nbsp;Newcastle United forward Woltemade headed in the only goal of the game as Germany beat Northern Ireland 1-0 in Belfast, and Julian Nagelsmann's team are top of the group with nine points.&nbsp;"It was a very important three points for us," Woltemade told Germany's RTL, adding that "in this atmosphere and in a bit of an ugly game, you have to win and we did well".<h3>Switzerland forced to wait</h3>Slovakia sit second only on goal difference as they defeated Luxembourg 2-0 at home, Adam Obert and Ivan Schranz scoring the goals in the second half.&nbsp;The 12 group winners in European qualifying will go to the World Cup, with runners-up continuing on to play-offs set for next March -- the meeting between Germany and Slovakia in Leipzig next month will therefore be decisive.&nbsp;Belgium have almost qualified from Group J after Kevin De Bruyne converted two penalties in a 4-2 win over Wales in Cardiff.&nbsp;Joe Rodon had given Wales an early lead but De Bruyne's spot-kick double came either side of a Thomas Meunier goal.&nbsp;Nathan Broadhead pulled it back to 3-2, only for Leandro Trossard of Arsenal to seal Belgium's victory at the death.&nbsp;Rudi Garcia's Red Devils -- who beat Wales 4-3 at home in June -- now know one win from their two games next month away to Kazakhstan and at home to Liechtenstein will clinch top spot.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Wales must try to catch second-placed North Macedonia, who were held 1-1 at home by Kazakhstan on Monday with Enis Bardhi replying for the hosts after Dinmukhamed Karaman's opener.&nbsp;Switzerland could have qualified from Group B with the right combination of results, but will have to wait until next month after a 0-0 draw in Slovenia.&nbsp;The Swiss are now only three points clear of Kosovo, who beat Sweden 1-0 in Gothenburg thanks to a solitary strike by Fisnik Asllani of Hoffenheim.&nbsp;Sweden's campaign has proven to be a disaster as they sit bottom of the section with just one point despite having Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak starting together up front -- they have failed to even score in their last three matches.&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.&nbsp;

France, World Cup winners in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, were without a host of players in Reykjavik including captain Kylian Mbappe and Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, both out injured.

Injury-hit France were held to a 2-2 draw by Iceland in 2026 World Cup qualifying on Monday, while Germany won in Northern Ireland with a Nick Woltemade goal and Belgium beat Wales to stand on the brink of a place at next year's finals. France, World Cup winners in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, were without a host of players in Reykjavik including captain Kylian Mbappe and Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, both out injured. They fell behind to a Victor Palsson goal late in the first half, but Christopher Nkunku equalised just after the hour mark. Crystal Palace striker Jean-Philippe Mateta then gave Les Bleus the lead midway through the second half, getting his first senior international goal on his first start. However, Iceland were back level almost from the restart as Kristian Hlynsson of FC Twente ran through unchallenged to make it 2-2. France could have clinched qualification for next year's tournament in North America with a win in Reykjavik combined with Ukraine failing to beat Azerbaijan at the same time. But while they were dropping points, Ukraine were beating Azerbaijan 2-1 in the Polish city of Krakow -- Oleksiy Hutsuliak and Ruslan Malinovskiy scored for Ukraine either side of a Vitaliy Mykolenko own goal. France are nevertheless three points clear at the top of Group D with two games remaining next month, and a win at home to second-placed Ukraine in Paris will wrap up top spot. "We totally controlled the game. Iceland had two shots on target and scored two goals," France coach Didier Deschamps told TFI. "But we have another point on the board and next month will be decisive." Germany have now recorded three consecutive victories in Group A after beginning their campaign with a defeat in Slovakia last month. Newcastle United forward Woltemade headed in the only goal of the game as Germany beat Northern Ireland 1-0 in Belfast, and Julian Nagelsmann's team are top of the group with nine points. "It was a very important three points for us," Woltemade told Germany's RTL, adding that "in this atmosphere and in a bit of an ugly game, you have to win and we did well". Switzerland forced to wait Slovakia sit second only on goal difference as they defeated Luxembourg 2-0 at home, Adam Obert and Ivan Schranz scoring the goals in the second half. The 12 group winners in European qualifying will go to the World Cup, with runners-up continuing on to play-offs set for next March -- the meeting between Germany and Slovakia in Leipzig next month will therefore be decisive. Belgium have almost qualified from Group J after Kevin De Bruyne converted two penalties in a 4-2 win over Wales in Cardiff. Joe Rodon had given Wales an early lead but De Bruyne's spot-kick double came either side of a Thomas Meunier goal. Nathan Broadhead pulled it back to 3-2, only for Leandro Trossard of Arsenal to seal Belgium's victory at the death. Rudi Garcia's Red Devils -- who beat Wales 4-3 at home in June -- now know one win from their two games next month away to Kazakhstan and at home to Liechtenstein will clinch top spot. Meanwhile, Wales must try to catch second-placed North Macedonia, who were held 1-1 at home by Kazakhstan on Monday with Enis Bardhi replying for the hosts after Dinmukhamed Karaman's opener. Switzerland could have qualified from Group B with the right combination of results, but will have to wait until next month after a 0-0 draw in Slovenia. The Swiss are now only three points clear of Kosovo, who beat Sweden 1-0 in Gothenburg thanks to a solitary strike by Fisnik Asllani of Hoffenheim. Sweden's campaign has proven to be a disaster as they sit bottom of the section with just one point despite having Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander Isak starting together up front -- they have failed to even score in their last three matches. 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.

France, World Cup winners in 2018 and runners-up in 2022, were without a host of players in Reykjavik including captain Kylian Mbappe and Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembele, both out injured.

Injury-hit France held by Iceland as Germany close in on 2026 World Cup qualification

Juventus defender Gleison Bremer will undergo surgery for a torn meniscus ligament in his left knee, the Serie A club said on Monday. In a statement Juve said that the centre-back, who missed most of last season with an anterior cruciate ligament injury, was diagnosed with the tear in Lyon on Monday morning. "In the next few hours the player will undergo selective arthroscopic meniscectomy," Juve added.Italian media report that the 28-year-old could be out for a month, with Juve facing high-flying Como in Italy's top flight on Sunday.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cas-set-to-rule-on-israel-s-participation-in-artistic-gymnastics-championships-1760366781798">CAS set to rule on Israel's participation in artistic gymnastics championships</a>It is a further blow to coach Igor Tudor as Juve were already missing fellow defender Juan Cabal who suffered a thigh injury during his team's 2-2 draw at Villarreal in the Champions League earlier this month.Juventus are fifth in Serie A on 12 points and have drawn their last five matches in all competitions.<h2>Barca's Olmo a doubt for Clasico after calf injury</h2>Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo is a doubt for the upcoming La Liga Clasico match against Real Madrid after being diagnosed with a calf injury on Monday."Olmo has a muscle injury in his left calf, without connective tissue involvement," said Barcelona in a statement, not specifying his expected recovery time.Spanish media reported Olmo could miss around a fortnight, making him a doubt to face Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu on October 26.Olmo was sent home from the Spanish national team camp last week because of the injury.Barca forward Ferran Torres also left the Spain camp on Monday because of muscular discomfort.Torres was "diagnosed with muscle overload without any structural injury" said Spain, and he will miss their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria on Tuesday.

It is a further blow to coach Igor Tudor as Juve were already missing fellow defender Juan Cabal who suffered a thigh injury during his team's 2-2 draw at Villarreal in the Champions League earlier this month.

Juventus defender Gleison Bremer will undergo surgery for a torn meniscus ligament in his left knee, the Serie A club said on Monday. In a statement Juve said that the centre-back, who missed most of last season with an anterior cruciate ligament injury, was diagnosed with the tear in Lyon on Monday morning. "In the next few hours the player will undergo selective arthroscopic meniscectomy," Juve added. Italian media report that the 28-year-old could be out for a month, with Juve facing high-flying Como in Italy's top flight on Sunday. Also Read - CAS set to rule on Israel's participation in artistic gymnastics championships It is a further blow to coach Igor Tudor as Juve were already missing fellow defender Juan Cabal who suffered a thigh injury during his team's 2-2 draw at Villarreal in the Champions League earlier this month. Juventus are fifth in Serie A on 12 points and have drawn their last five matches in all competitions. Barca's Olmo a doubt for Clasico after calf injury Barcelona midfielder Dani Olmo is a doubt for the upcoming La Liga Clasico match against Real Madrid after being diagnosed with a calf injury on Monday. "Olmo has a muscle injury in his left calf, without connective tissue involvement," said Barcelona in a statement, not specifying his expected recovery time. Spanish media reported Olmo could miss around a fortnight, making him a doubt to face Real Madrid at the Santiago Bernabeu on October 26. Olmo was sent home from the Spanish national team camp last week because of the injury. Barca forward Ferran Torres also left the Spain camp on Monday because of muscular discomfort. Torres was "diagnosed with muscle overload without any structural injury" said Spain, and he will miss their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Bulgaria on Tuesday.

It is a further blow to coach Igor Tudor as Juve were already missing fellow defender Juan Cabal who suffered a thigh injury during his team's 2-2 draw at Villarreal in the Champions League earlier this month.

Juventus defender Gleison Bremer set to get torn meniscus ligament operated; Barca's Olmo doubtful for El-Clasico

Sports' highest court will by Tuesday rule on Israeli participation at this month's world artistic gymnastics championships in Indonesia after the Asian country's government denied Israeli athletes entry visas.Israel appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, demanding the court force the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and the Indonesian federation to "guarantee the participation of the Israeli team in the world championships or to move or cancel these championships", a CAS spokesperson told AFP on Monday.The October 19–25 championships, in the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation, is expected to feature more than 500 athletes from 79 countries.Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/carlo-ancelotti-ready-to-make-2026-fifa-world-cup-history-with-brazil-speaks-on-neymar-chances-1760352157708">Carlo Ancelotti ready to make World Cup history with Brazil</a>Israeli athletes were reportedly among those set to compete, but a cabinet minister said on Thursday the government would not allow them entry, citing support for Palestinians.Indonesia's gymnastics federation said on Friday it had informed FIG of its position."The FIG today has officially stated through a phone call to me that they supported the Indonesian government's decision," Indonesian gymnastics federation chairwoman Ita Yuliati told a press conference."Their (the Israeli athletes') visas have been rejected by the immigration."FIG responded by saying it "takes note of the Indonesian government's decision not to issue visas to the Israeli delegation" registered for the event, "and recognises the challenges that the host country has faced in organising this event"."The FIG hopes that an environment will be created as soon as possible where athletes around the world can enjoy sports safely and with&nbsp;peace&nbsp;of&nbsp;mind."Indonesia has no formal ties with Israel, but Israeli nationals or their sponsors, such as Indonesian-based businesses or Indonesian nationals, can apply for a short-term visa under the "calling visa" procedure.Israeli nationals with dual passports can also enter Indonesia using their other passport.In July 2023, Indonesia pulled out of hosting the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) World Beach Games following controversy over Israel's participation.In March that year, Indonesia lost the hosting rights to the FIFA Under-20 World Cup after two governors objected to Israel's participation.

Israeli athletes were reportedly among those set to compete, but a cabinet minister said on Thursday the government would not allow them entry, citing support for Palestinians.

Sports' highest court will by Tuesday rule on Israeli participation at this month's world artistic gymnastics championships in Indonesia after the Asian country's government denied Israeli athletes entry visas. Israel appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport, demanding the court force the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) and the Indonesian federation to "guarantee the participation of the Israeli team in the world championships or to move or cancel these championships", a CAS spokesperson told AFP on Monday. The October 19–25 championships, in the world's most populous Muslim-majority nation, is expected to feature more than 500 athletes from 79 countries. Also Read - Carlo Ancelotti ready to make World Cup history with Brazil Israeli athletes were reportedly among those set to compete, but a cabinet minister said on Thursday the government would not allow them entry, citing support for Palestinians. Indonesia's gymnastics federation said on Friday it had informed FIG of its position. "The FIG today has officially stated through a phone call to me that they supported the Indonesian government's decision," Indonesian gymnastics federation chairwoman Ita Yuliati told a press conference. "Their (the Israeli athletes') visas have been rejected by the immigration." FIG responded by saying it "takes note of the Indonesian government's decision not to issue visas to the Israeli delegation" registered for the event, "and recognises the challenges that the host country has faced in organising this event". "The FIG hopes that an environment will be created as soon as possible where athletes around the world can enjoy sports safely and with peace of mind." Indonesia has no formal ties with Israel, but Israeli nationals or their sponsors, such as Indonesian-based businesses or Indonesian nationals, can apply for a short-term visa under the "calling visa" procedure. Israeli nationals with dual passports can also enter Indonesia using their other passport. In July 2023, Indonesia pulled out of hosting the Association of National Olympic Committees (ANOC) World Beach Games following controversy over Israel's participation. In March that year, Indonesia lost the hosting rights to the FIFA Under-20 World Cup after two governors objected to Israel's participation.

Israeli athletes were reportedly among those set to compete, but a cabinet minister said on Thursday the government would not allow them entry, citing support for Palestinians.

CAS set to rule on Israel's participation in artistic gymnastics championships

No country has ever won the World Cup with a foreign-born coach, but Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday (Oct 13) that there was "always a first time" as he eyes glory with Brazil. The Italian became Brazil's first overseas coach in six decades when he took over in May, and he helped the five-times champions punch their ticket for next summer's World Cup. Brazil face Japan in a friendly in Tokyo on Tuesday, fresh from a 5-0 hammering of South Korea in Seoul last week. Ancelotti said he is aiming to create history for himself and his team at the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.&nbsp;"My goal is to give my best for the Brazil national team, to try to get them to perform at their best and to win the World Cup," he said. "Of course, no foreign-born coach has ever won the World Cup, but there is always a first time in life."&nbsp;Brazil made hard work of qualifying, finishing fifth in the South American table.&nbsp;Ancelotti is their fourth coach since Tite stepped down following the quarter-final loss to Croatia at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.&nbsp;Brazil sparkled against South Korea, with 18-year-old starlet Estevao scoring twice and Real Madrid pair Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr. also among the goals.<h3>‘Jogo bonito’</h3>&nbsp;Brazilian fans hailed the win as a return to "jogo bonito", but Ancelotti said there was more to his team than that.&nbsp;"Brazilian players have the quality to play beautiful football, but you have to think about what you mean by beautiful football," he said. "Brazilian players have individual quality, but that is combined with teamwork and movement off the ball, and that's very important in football."&nbsp;Brazil travelled to Asia without forward Neymar, 33, who was ruled out of action until at least November with a thigh injury.&nbsp;Time is running out for Brazil's record goalscorer to force his way back into the squad before the World Cup.&nbsp;Ancelotti said there were no questions over Neymar's quality.&nbsp;"If Neymar is in good condition, then of course he can fit into the national team," he said. "If Neymar is fit, then he can play in any team in the world."&nbsp;Brazil have kept four clean sheets in their five games since Ancelotti took over, having been porous at the back before then.&nbsp;"He’s Italian, so he likes his team to defend well," said their Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. “Especially at the World Cup, the teams that don’t concede goals win the title, so it’s essential that we defend well.”&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 the WION audience.

The Italian became Brazil's first overseas coach in six decades when he took over in May, and he helped the five-times champions punch their ticket for next summer's World Cup.

No country has ever won the World Cup with a foreign-born coach, but Carlo Ancelotti said on Monday (Oct 13) that there was "always a first time" as he eyes glory with Brazil. The Italian became Brazil's first overseas coach in six decades when he took over in May, and he helped the five-times champions punch their ticket for next summer's World Cup. Brazil face Japan in a friendly in Tokyo on Tuesday, fresh from a 5-0 hammering of South Korea in Seoul last week. Ancelotti said he is aiming to create history for himself and his team at the World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. "My goal is to give my best for the Brazil national team, to try to get them to perform at their best and to win the World Cup," he said. "Of course, no foreign-born coach has ever won the World Cup, but there is always a first time in life." Brazil made hard work of qualifying, finishing fifth in the South American table. Ancelotti is their fourth coach since Tite stepped down following the quarter-final loss to Croatia at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Brazil sparkled against South Korea, with 18-year-old starlet Estevao scoring twice and Real Madrid pair Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr. also among the goals. ‘Jogo bonito’ Brazilian fans hailed the win as a return to "jogo bonito", but Ancelotti said there was more to his team than that. "Brazilian players have the quality to play beautiful football, but you have to think about what you mean by beautiful football," he said. "Brazilian players have individual quality, but that is combined with teamwork and movement off the ball, and that's very important in football." Brazil travelled to Asia without forward Neymar, 33, who was ruled out of action until at least November with a thigh injury. Time is running out for Brazil's record goalscorer to force his way back into the squad before the World Cup. Ancelotti said there were no questions over Neymar's quality. "If Neymar is in good condition, then of course he can fit into the national team," he said. "If Neymar is fit, then he can play in any team in the world." Brazil have kept four clean sheets in their five games since Ancelotti took over, having been porous at the back before then. "He’s Italian, so he likes his team to defend well," said their Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes. “Especially at the World Cup, the teams that don’t concede goals win the title, so it’s essential that we defend well.” 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 the WION audience.

The Italian became Brazil's first overseas coach in six decades when he took over in May, and he helped the five-times champions punch their ticket for next summer's World Cup.

Ancelotti ready to make World Cup history with Brazil, speaks on Neymar’s chances

Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to pass 50 international goals in record time as Norway cruised to a 5-0 thrashing of Israel on Saturday, edging closer to qualifying for a first World Cup finals since 1998. Before the match in Oslo, hundreds of people attended a pro-Palestinian demonstration, chanting "Free Palestine" to protest against Israel's "genocide" in Gaza, AFP journalists reported. Norwegian police dispersed a gathering of pro-Palestinian activists with tear gas and made several arrests. Inside the Ullevaal Stadium, several dozen Israeli fans waved their country's flag and a banner reading "Let the Ball Talk!".&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/inter-miami-lionel-messi-leads-race-for-mls-golden-boot-with-brace-in-win-over-atlanta-united-1760240615319">Miami’s Messi leads race for MLS Golden Boot with brace in win over Atlanta</a>&nbsp;Norway now lead Group I with 18 points, six more than second-placed Italy, who beat Estonia 3-1 in Tallinn to stay on track for qualification.&nbsp;The comfortable win in Oslo leaves Norway firmly in control of the group as they seek a place at next year's finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.&nbsp;After a meek performance, Israel take on Italy in Udine on Tuesday knowing they must win to keep alive their fading hopes of qualifying.&nbsp;Haaland became the fastest player in men's international football to reach 50 goals for his country and now boasts 51 goals for Norway in just 46 games.&nbsp;His early penalty was saved by Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz but the referee ordered the spot-kick to be retaken for encroachment inside the area, only for Peretz to parry away Haaland's second effort.&nbsp;But Norway forged ahead in the 18th minute through an Anan Khalaili own goal, before Haaland raced clear to score. Norway got their third from an Idan Nachmias own goal.&nbsp;Manchester City forward Haaland added his second with a powerful header before nodding in to complete his sixth hat-trick for his country with 18 minutes left.&nbsp;Italy, attempting to reach their first World Cup finals since 2014, moved a step closer thanks to goals from Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui and Pio Esposito in Tallinn.&nbsp;The Italians move three points ahead of Israel in second place in Group I, which offers a play-off spot.&nbsp;Italy's meeting with Israel is expected to be a tense affair, surrounded by pro-Palestinian protests and only 5,000 tickets have been sold.&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.

Norway now lead Group I with 18 points, six more than second-placed Italy, who beat Estonia 3-1 in Tallinn to stay on track for qualification.

Erling Haaland scored a hat-trick to pass 50 international goals in record time as Norway cruised to a 5-0 thrashing of Israel on Saturday, edging closer to qualifying for a first World Cup finals since 1998. Before the match in Oslo, hundreds of people attended a pro-Palestinian demonstration, chanting "Free Palestine" to protest against Israel's "genocide" in Gaza, AFP journalists reported. Norwegian police dispersed a gathering of pro-Palestinian activists with tear gas and made several arrests. Inside the Ullevaal Stadium, several dozen Israeli fans waved their country's flag and a banner reading "Let the Ball Talk!". Also read | Miami’s Messi leads race for MLS Golden Boot with brace in win over Atlanta Norway now lead Group I with 18 points, six more than second-placed Italy, who beat Estonia 3-1 in Tallinn to stay on track for qualification. The comfortable win in Oslo leaves Norway firmly in control of the group as they seek a place at next year's finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico. After a meek performance, Israel take on Italy in Udine on Tuesday knowing they must win to keep alive their fading hopes of qualifying. Haaland became the fastest player in men's international football to reach 50 goals for his country and now boasts 51 goals for Norway in just 46 games. His early penalty was saved by Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz but the referee ordered the spot-kick to be retaken for encroachment inside the area, only for Peretz to parry away Haaland's second effort. But Norway forged ahead in the 18th minute through an Anan Khalaili own goal, before Haaland raced clear to score. Norway got their third from an Idan Nachmias own goal. Manchester City forward Haaland added his second with a powerful header before nodding in to complete his sixth hat-trick for his country with 18 minutes left. Italy, attempting to reach their first World Cup finals since 2014, moved a step closer thanks to goals from Moise Kean, Mateo Retegui and Pio Esposito in Tallinn. The Italians move three points ahead of Israel in second place in Group I, which offers a play-off spot. Italy's meeting with Israel is expected to be a tense affair, surrounded by pro-Palestinian protests and only 5,000 tickets have been sold. 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.

Norway now lead Group I with 18 points, six more than second-placed Italy, who beat Estonia 3-1 in Tallinn to stay on track for qualification.

Haaland’s hat-trick puts Norway on brink of World Cup qualification as Italy stay in hunt

Lionel Messi scored twice to spark Inter Miami to a 4-0 victory over Atlanta United, seizing the lead in Major League Soccer's scoring table in a key victory for the Florida club.&nbsp;The Argentine superstar scored his 25th and 26th goals of the season, moving ahead of Los Angeles FC's Denis Bouanga in the race for the Golden Boot after starting the day tied with the Gabon international on 24 goals.&nbsp;Miami, already assured of an MLS Cup playoff berth, continued their push for better playoff position.&nbsp;They pulled level with Cincinnati on 62 points in the Eastern Conference, four points behind leaders Philadelphia, who have clinched the Supporters Shield as the team with the best regular season record in the league.&nbsp;Messi's 39th-minute strike to open the scoring was a beauty.&nbsp;Baltasar Rodriguez robbed an Atlanta defender and found Messi just outside the box. Messi strode forward and curled a left-footed shot around Pedro Amador and out of the reach of Atlanta goalkeeper Jayden Hibbert in the upper left corner of the net.&nbsp;Hibbert had denied Messi in the 13th minute as the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner came up empty on a string of early attempts.&nbsp;Messi was instrumental in Jordi Alba's goal that doubled Miami's lead in the 52nd minute, lofting a ball forward to the Spaniard, who chipped a left-footed shot over Hibbert into the bottom right corner of the net.&nbsp;Alba's sixth goal of the season came on the day that Inter paid tribute to the former Spain and Barcelona star, who announced this week that he would retire at the end of the MLS season.&nbsp;Uruguay's Luis Suarez made it 3-0 in the 61st minute and Messi added his second in the 87th, knocking in a left-footed shot from the center of the box after Alba found him with a long through ball.&nbsp;With MLS playing through the FIFA international window, Messi's status for Inter's match remained a mystery until shortly before kickoff when manager Javier Mascherano announced his lineup.&nbsp;Messi and Rodrigo De Paul had trained with Argentina this week in Florida, although Messi was a spectator as Argentina beat Venezuela 1-0 in a friendly at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday.&nbsp;De Paul came on as a late substitute against Venezuela and was unavailable for Inter, who had six players called up for international duty during the current window, which will also see Argentina play Puerto Rico on Monday in a match moved from Chicago to Inter's Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale.&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's Inter Miami, already assured of an MLS Cup playoff berth, continued their push for better playoff position.

Lionel Messi scored twice to spark Inter Miami to a 4-0 victory over Atlanta United, seizing the lead in Major League Soccer's scoring table in a key victory for the Florida club. The Argentine superstar scored his 25th and 26th goals of the season, moving ahead of Los Angeles FC's Denis Bouanga in the race for the Golden Boot after starting the day tied with the Gabon international on 24 goals. Miami, already assured of an MLS Cup playoff berth, continued their push for better playoff position. They pulled level with Cincinnati on 62 points in the Eastern Conference, four points behind leaders Philadelphia, who have clinched the Supporters Shield as the team with the best regular season record in the league. Messi's 39th-minute strike to open the scoring was a beauty. Baltasar Rodriguez robbed an Atlanta defender and found Messi just outside the box. Messi strode forward and curled a left-footed shot around Pedro Amador and out of the reach of Atlanta goalkeeper Jayden Hibbert in the upper left corner of the net. Hibbert had denied Messi in the 13th minute as the eight-time Ballon d'Or winner came up empty on a string of early attempts. Messi was instrumental in Jordi Alba's goal that doubled Miami's lead in the 52nd minute, lofting a ball forward to the Spaniard, who chipped a left-footed shot over Hibbert into the bottom right corner of the net. Alba's sixth goal of the season came on the day that Inter paid tribute to the former Spain and Barcelona star, who announced this week that he would retire at the end of the MLS season. Uruguay's Luis Suarez made it 3-0 in the 61st minute and Messi added his second in the 87th, knocking in a left-footed shot from the center of the box after Alba found him with a long through ball. With MLS playing through the FIFA international window, Messi's status for Inter's match remained a mystery until shortly before kickoff when manager Javier Mascherano announced his lineup. Messi and Rodrigo De Paul had trained with Argentina this week in Florida, although Messi was a spectator as Argentina beat Venezuela 1-0 in a friendly at Hard Rock Stadium on Friday. De Paul came on as a late substitute against Venezuela and was unavailable for Inter, who had six players called up for international duty during the current window, which will also see Argentina play Puerto Rico on Monday in a match moved from Chicago to Inter's Chase Stadium in Fort Lauderdale. 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's Inter Miami, already assured of an MLS Cup playoff berth, continued their push for better playoff position.

Miami’s Messi leads race for MLS Golden Boot with brace in win over Atlanta

President Donald Trump said Saturday he has issued an order for the military to be paid next week despite the government shutdown in which many civil servants work without salary.Trump said he ordered Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth "to use all available funds to get our Troops PAID on October 15th" as he again blamed Democrats for the funding deadlock now in its second week."I will not allow the Democrats to hold our Military, and the entire Security of our Nation, HOSTAGE, with their dangerous Government Shutdown," he wrote on his Truth Social platform.Nonessential government work stopped after the September 30 funding deadline, with Senate Democrats repeatedly blocking a Republican resolution to reopen federal agencies.The sticking point has been a refusal by Republicans to include language in the bill to address expiring subsidies that make health insurance affordable for 24 million Americans.That meant hundreds of thousands of government workers were put on temporary unpaid leave or deemed essential and ordered to work without pay.About 1.3 million active-duty military personnel were set to miss their pay due next Wednesday -- something that has not happened in any of the funding shutdowns through modern history.The White House said Friday it had begun mass layoffs of federal workers as Trump sought to amp up pressure on opposition Democrats to end a government shutdown that has crippled public services.It plans to lay off some 4,000 workers across several government agencies, according to court filing seeking to block the action.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.

The White House said Friday it had begun mass layoffs of federal workers as Trump sought to amp up pressure on opposition Democrats to end a government shutdown that has crippled public services.

President Donald Trump said Saturday he has issued an order for the military to be paid next week despite the government shutdown in which many civil servants work without salary. Trump said he ordered Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth "to use all available funds to get our Troops PAID on October 15th" as he again blamed Democrats for the funding deadlock now in its second week. "I will not allow the Democrats to hold our Military, and the entire Security of our Nation, HOSTAGE, with their dangerous Government Shutdown," he wrote on his Truth Social platform. Nonessential government work stopped after the September 30 funding deadline, with Senate Democrats repeatedly blocking a Republican resolution to reopen federal agencies. The sticking point has been a refusal by Republicans to include language in the bill to address expiring subsidies that make health insurance affordable for 24 million Americans. That meant hundreds of thousands of government workers were put on temporary unpaid leave or deemed essential and ordered to work without pay. About 1.3 million active-duty military personnel were set to miss their pay due next Wednesday -- something that has not happened in any of the funding shutdowns through modern history. The White House said Friday it had begun mass layoffs of federal workers as Trump sought to amp up pressure on opposition Democrats to end a government shutdown that has crippled public services. It plans to lay off some 4,000 workers across several government agencies, according to court filing seeking to block the action. 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.

The White House said Friday it had begun mass layoffs of federal workers as Trump sought to amp up pressure on opposition Democrats to end a government shutdown that has crippled public services.

Trump orders Pentagon chief ‘to use all available funds’ to pay troops as shutdown drags on

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