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Lionel Messi led Inter Miami to a dramatic 2-1 victory over Atlas in the Leagues Cup opener, delivering a crucial assist and showcasing intense emotion, signaling Miami's strong start in the tournament and their ambition to win multiple trophies.
England won a dramatic and emotional penalty shootout against Sweden in Euro 2025 quarter-finals, with standout performances from Lucy Bronze and goalkeeper Hannah Hampton, showcasing resilience and character in a tense, error-filled game that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Ivory Coast's 10-man team staged a dramatic comeback in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-final, equalizing in the 90th minute and then securing a 2-1 victory over Mali with a 120th-minute strike. The win, achieved despite being a man down and trailing 1-0, sends Ivory Coast to the semifinals where they will face Democratic Republic of the Congo. The team's remarkable run in the tournament has been marked by last-minute escapes and symbolic significance, playing in venues with historical and political resonance.
South Korea's dramatic victory over Australia in the Asian Cup quarterfinals was sealed by a dazzling extra-time free kick from captain Son Heung-min, following a late equalizer and a penalty. The match saw Australia take an early lead, but South Korea's resilience and Son's exceptional performance led them to a thrilling win. South Korea's manager, Jürgen Klinsmann, expressed pride in the team's spirit and determination as they advance to face Jordan in the semifinals.
The Houston Texans secured a thrilling 30-27 win over the Cincinnati Bengals with a last-play, 38-yard field goal by replacement kicker Matt Ammendola. Both teams now have a 5-4 record, marking the most wins for the Texans since 2019. This victory follows the Texans' previous week's dramatic win against the Buccaneers. Despite leading 27-17, the Texans allowed the Bengals to come back, with C.J. Stroud throwing an interception that led to a Bengals touchdown. However, Stroud redeemed himself by leading a final drive that set up Ammendola's game-winning kick.
FC Cincinnati advanced to the second round of the MLS Cup playoffs after defeating the New York Red Bulls in a marathon penalty shootout. After equalizing in the latter stages of the match, Cincinnati won in the 10th round of penalty kicks to secure a sweep in its best-of-three series against New York.