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
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
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