Soccer: Premier League clubs spend $1 bil for first time in January transfer window
Chelsea paid a British record 106.8 million pounds for Argentina midfielder Enzo Fernandez from Benfica.
Wed Feb 01 2023
Knockout bow beyond Ramos' 'wildest dreams' but hat-trick hero unsure of quarter-final role
The Benfica striker was a surprise choice from the start in Tuesday's game against Switzerland but justified his selection by hitting a hat-trick in a 6-1 rout.
Tue Dec 06 2022
Soccer: Benfica reach agreement with Liverpool to sell Nunez for 75 million euros
Nunez was the top scorer in Portugal's top flight in the 2021-22 season and scored 34 goals in all competitions for Benfica.
Mon Jun 13 2022
Benfica president resigns amid tax fraud investigation
Vieira said in a letter to the chairman of the board that he was no longer in a position to carry out his duties after his arrest.
Thu Jul 15 2021
Barca agree deal for Valencia midfielder Gomes
Gomes has spent two seasons in LaLiga following his move from Benfica in July 2014.
Fri Jul 22 2016
Benfica scared of Sporting, claims Jesus
Having gained an early win over his former employers, Jorge Jesus was bullish about Sporting Lisbon's prospects this season.
Tue Aug 11 2015
Chelsea claim last-gasp Europa League triumph
A 93rd-minute header from Branislav Ivanovic gave Chelsea a stunning 2-1 victory over Benfica in the Europa League final on Wednesday.
Wed May 15 2013
Benfica holds Barca as Messi injures knee
Lionel Messi was stretchered off with a knee injury as Barcelona drew 0-0 with Benfica while Celtic goes through in the Champions League.
Thu Dec 06 2012
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024