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Stay updated with the latest happenings in the world of sports. Here’s a quick look at the top events and highlights from the past week:
Premier League
The fourth matchday of the 2024/25 Premier League season saw a thrilling series of games across the weekend of September 14-15:
– Chelsea 1-0 AFC Bournemouth: Chelsea narrowly edged Bournemouth with a late goal from Christopher Nkunku in the 86th minute. Despite Bournemouth holding off Chelsea for most of the game, Nkunku’s strike gave the Blues all three points in a tense contest.
– Aston Villa 3-2 Everton: Aston Villa overcame an early deficit to beat Everton in a thrilling 3-2 encounter. Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Dwight McNeil put Everton 2-0 ahead within 27 minutes, but Ollie Watkins‘ double helped Villa come back. Jhon Durán added a third for Villa, sealing the win despite Everton’s strong start.
– Brighton & Hove Albion 0-0 Ipswich Town: Brighton were frustrated by newly promoted Ipswich in a goalless draw. Ipswich put up a strong defensive display to hold off Brighton’s relentless attacks, with both teams earning a point.
– Crystal Palace 2-2 Leicester City: This match saw a dramatic end, as Jean-Philippe Mateta’s late penalty secured a point for Palace in stoppage time. Leicester had taken a 2-0 lead through Jamie Vardy and Stephy Mavididi, but Palace’s resilience paid off with Mateta scoring twice.
– Fulham 1-1 West Ham United: Fulham were held to a draw after Danny Ings’ injury-time equaliser salvaged a point for West Ham. Raul Jimenez had earlier given Fulham the lead, but the Hammers snatched a late goal to avoid defeat.
– Liverpool 0-1 Nottingham Forest: In the biggest upset of the weekend, Callum Hudson-Odoi’s solitary goal gave Nottingham Forest a stunning 1-0 victory at Anfield, ending Liverpool’s unbeaten run. Forest’s solid defence and counterattacking play stifled Liverpool’s attack throughout the game.
With these dramatic results, the Premier League narrative is just beginning to heat up.
2024 US Open
The 2024 US Open concluded with exciting victories in both the men’s and women’s finals. In the men’s singles, Novak Djokovic secured his 25th Grand Slam title, reinforcing his legendary status in tennis. He overcame rising star Carlos Alcaraz in a thrilling five-set match, demonstrating his endurance and tactical brilliance. This victory further cements Djokovic’s place in the history of the sport as he continues to break records well into his career.
On the women’s side, Coco Gauff won her first Grand Slam title, capturing the hearts of fans worldwide. The 20-year-old American defeated world No. 1 Iga Świątek in straight sets, showcasing her athleticism, mental toughness, and ability to perform on the biggest stage. Gauff’s triumph marked a new chapter in her career, as she became the youngest American to win the US Open since Serena Williams in 1999.
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By Joseph Johnston
Youth Editor
