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Week 30 of the Saudi Pro League saw Al‑Ittihad claw back a three‑goal deficit to finish with a 3‑3 draw, slashing the lead over title‑chasing Al‑Hilal to just two points. The dramatic comeback underscores a tightening race as the season heads into its decisive stretch.

Strasbourg host Marseille on September 26, 2025, in a pivotal Ligue 1 Matchday 6 showdown. Both sides sit in the top six, but the Alsatians boast a superb home record while Marseille struggle away. Head‑to‑head stats, latest injuries and tactical notes shape the betting outlook. Experts tip a tight game with a high chance of a draw or a narrow Strasbourg win.

In a thriller at Durban's Hollywoodbets Stadium, the Sharks and Munster Rugby drew 24-24 after 80 minutes, forcing the United Rugby Championship's first ever kicking contest. Tries from Hooker, Fassi and Mbatha put the Sharks ahead, while Nash, Wycherley and Kilgallen answered for Munster. Hendrikse and Crowley kept the scores ticking over with pinpoint boot work, and a late penalty by Murray forced extra time. The match featured 12 handling errors from the home side and a jaw‑dropping chase by Fassi. The eventual shoot‑out added a new chapter to URC history.

Estudiantes de La Plata moved into the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals after a goalless home draw that was enough to protect a 1‑0 lead from the first leg. A 98th‑minute penalty by captain Santiago Ascacíbar decided the tie in Paraguay. Goalkeeper Fernando Muslera kept the clean sheet with vital saves. Cerro Porteño dominated possession but could not break the Argentine defense. Next up for Estudiantes is a showdown with Brazilian giants Flamengo.

The May 28, 2025 episode of AEW Dynamite in El Paso rode the wave of Double or Nothing, featuring Hangman Adam Page’s interrupted celebration, a TNT title clash between Adam Cole and Kyle Fletcher, and a series of surprise attacks that set up new feuds ahead of All In.

In a pulse‑pounding quarter‑final second leg at São Paulo's Allianz Parque, Palmeiras overturned an early River Plate goal to win 3‑1 and go through 5‑2 on aggregate. Vitor Roque’s equaliser sparked a comeback, while José López scored twice in stoppage time, including a decisive penalty. The match erupted with heated confrontations, several yellow cards and a near‑brawl involving Marcos Acuña. The Brazilian side now moves on to the Libertadores semifinals.

Spanish prodigy Carlos Alcaraz dethrones defending champion Jannik Sinner in a four‑set US Open 2025 final, earning his second New York title and retaking the world No. 1 spot. Sinner still made history by reaching all four Grand Slam finals in a single season, joining an elite quartet. Their rivalry has shaped the 2025 men’s tour, with both players trading triumphs and setbacks. The match also signaled a shift as veteran Novak Djokovic missed yet another major final.

On September 22, 2025, WWE Raw delivered a chaotic No‑Disqualification 6‑Man Tag match in Evansville, Indiana. Penta and the War Raiders faced The New Day with Grayson Waller, using tables and weapons to settle a growing feud. The bout saw high‑risk moves, surprise comebacks, and a dramatic shift in momentum. Fans got a taste of pure, rule‑free mayhem that could reshape alliances on Monday Night Raw.

For the first time ever, FC Oleksandriya finished second in the Ukrainian Premier League, earning a silver medal and a place in the 2025/26 UEFA Conference League. The club’s rise from early‑2000s financial collapse to today’s surprise challenger highlights a remarkable turnaround under coach Volodymyr Sharan. Their achievement comes amid the toughest period in Ukrainian football since the 2022 invasion, offering a glimmer of hope for the sport’s future.

A goalless stalemate between Newcastle United and Bournemouth left fans disappointed despite solid defensive displays. Both sides posted player ratings ranging from 5.5 to 7.5, with goalkeeper Nick Pope earning a 7/10. Midfielders Sandro Tonali and Joelinton also secured respectable marks. The match highlighted Newcastle's struggle to convert chances while Bournemouth's attack remained harmless. Analysts dissected the numbers to gauge where improvement is needed.

A lock-screen photo, courtside sightings, and a careful public stance have sparked talk that Jannik Sinner is dating Danish model Laila Hasanovic. She was seen at his matches at the US Open and earlier in Paris, while fans spotted her image as his phone wallpaper. Sinner has said he's in love but has not named anyone. Online chatter had also linked him to Brooks Nader, but recent signs point to Hasanovic.

Real Betis host Alaves at Benito Villamarín on Friday, August 22, 2025, with models leaning home win in a low-scoring game. Odds price Betis around -110 and Under 2.5 as the favorite total. Simulations give Betis roughly a 50% win chance, with 1-0 the most likely score. Public money is heavily on Betis, but the draw remains a live option at attractive prices.