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Everton has a rich history in the FA Cup, having won the prestigious trophy five times. Some of their most memorable moments in the competition include a stunning 6-0 victory over Crystal Palace in 1931. In recent years, Everton has continued to showcase talent, with key players like Dominic Calvert-Lewin leading the attack and goalkeeper Jordan Pickford consistently delivering strong …

Fulham’s journey in the FA Cup this season has been a mix of highs and lows, but the club has reached the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010. Under manager Marco Silva’s guidance, Fulham has made great progress and is currently sitting in sixth place in the Premier League. Players like Joao Palhinha, who has been scoring incredible goals, …

On Sunday, the Israeli military reported that it had intercepted a missile launched from Yemen, marking the latest in a series of recent attacks. According to the military, the missile was intercepted before it could enter Israeli airspace after sirens sounded in the Talmei Elazar region. The missile was launched by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who control large parts of northern …

The U.N. peacekeeping force in Lebanon has accused Israel of a significant breach of the 2006 Security Council resolution, which is the foundation of the ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah that went into effect in November. This accusation from the U.N. Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) comes as Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem warned that the group’s tolerance for Israeli violations …

Hezbollah’s Coordination and Liaison Unit leader, Wafiq Safa, stated on Sunday that his group does not hold a “veto” power over the potential election of Army chief Joseph Aoun as president. He clarified that the only veto held by Hezbollah concerns Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea, whom they consider a source of conflict and destruction for Lebanon. Safa also asserted …

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a warning on Sunday, stating that if Hezbollah does not retreat beyond the Litani River, there will be no agreement, and Israel will have to take action. Katz emphasized Israel’s commitment to ensuring the full implementation of the agreement in Lebanon, with a focus on safeguarding the return of residents in northern Israel. However, …

Tottenham continues to struggle with inconsistency, a recurring theme for the club in recent seasons. Despite having a well-structured squad and a capable manager, they often fall short in crucial moments, both over the course of a season and within individual matches. However, they now face one of Europe’s top-performing teams, Liverpool, in what promises to be a difficult challenge. …

Benfica has long been a dominant force in Portuguese football, consistently asserting their strength in the League Cup. The squad is a well-balanced mix of seasoned veterans and emerging stars, with Ángel Di María and Nicolás Otamendi providing leadership and experience on the field. Meanwhile, young talents like Anatolii Trubin and Samuel Soares have been making their mark, emphasizing the …