Soccer - Messi magic continues as Inter Miami reach Leagues Cup final
Lionel Messi notched his ninth goal in six matches as Inter Miami crushed Philadelphia Union 4-1 to reach the Leagues Cup final.
Wed Aug 16 2023
Soccer: 'I'm going to Miami' - Messi confirms move to MLS
The move is also a big win for MLS, which welcomed Messi while adding that work remained to finalise the details of the formal agreement.
Thu Jun 08 2023
Facebook signs soccer live-streaming deal with MLS, Univision
As fans increasingly rely on the internet to watch games, social media companies such as Facebook and Twitter Inc have stepped up their focus on signing live-streaming sports deals.
Sun Mar 12 2017
Toronto FC star Giovinco gets China offer, says agent
Giovinco, who will be 30 on Thursday, was the second highest earner in North American Major League Soccer (MLS) last year, receiving more than $7 million from Toronto FC.
Wed Jan 25 2017
Ronaldo thinking about MLS move
Cristiano Ronaldo has talked up the possibility of playing in the MLS before he retires.
Sat Nov 07 2015
Pirlo jets off for New York ahead of MLS debut
New York City fans are set to welcome Andrea Pirlo on Thursday after the former Juventus midfielder departed Italy on Tuesday.
Wed Jul 22 2015
Beckham's Miami franchise finally gets stadium site
David Beckham's group plans to build a 25,000-seat stadium next to Marlins Park, where it will serve as the home of an MLS expansion team.
Sat Jul 18 2015
Gerrard, Lampard named in MLS All-Star team
New recruits Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard headline the 2015 MLS All-Star team.
Tue Jul 14 2015
Galaxy wanted Lampard before signing Gerrard
Bruce Arena claims he wanted Frank Lampard at Los Angeles Galaxy before luring Steven Gerrard to MLS.
Sat Jun 27 2015
MLS, Galaxy prepare to face life after Beckham
Major League Soccer will launch its 18th season on Saturday, the first campaign since 2007 without David Beckham as its star attraction and major engine for the growth of football in America.
Thu Feb 28 2013
Beckham could bring US-like boost to PSG
David Beckham gave Major League Soccer a huge boost from his arrival in 2007 to his departure two months ago, raising the US profile of the league and football far above his $32.5 million contract.
Mon Feb 04 2013
Beckham leaves MLS on a high
David Beckham's Major League Soccer career ended in triumph as LA Galaxy defeated Houston 3-1 to win the MLS Cup.
Sun Dec 02 2012
Beckham has 'exciting options' next season
Former England star David Beckham remained tight lipped over plans as he quit MLS club LA Galaxy.
Wed Nov 21 2012
Beckham to play final game for Galaxy in Dec
Former England star David Beckham to play his final game for LA Galaxy in the MLS Cup next month.
Tue Nov 20 2012
Who is Prabowo Subianto, incoming president of Indonesia?
A wealthy ex-general with ties to Indonesia's popular outgoing president and its dictatorial past, looks set to be its next leader.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
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