Ligue 1: Lyon vs Strasbourg match result on Aug 30, 2024
Lyon secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Strasbourg, marking their first win of the season. Despite trailing 3-1 after 60 minutes, Lyon made a remarkable comeback with substitute Gift Orban playing a pivotal role. Orban scored two goals, including the decisive winner, turning the match in Lyon’s favor.
Serie A: Inter Milan vs Atalanta match result on Aug 30, 2024
Inter Milan dominated Atalanta with a 4-0 victory, led by Marcus Thuram’s outstanding performance, which included two goals. Inter scored early in both halves, with an own goal by Berat Djimsiti and a stunning volley from Nicolo Barella adding to their tally. Atalanta struggled to threaten Inter, who now sit at the top of the Serie A standings.
Cricket/Test Match: Atkinson century leads England dominance of Sri Lanka
Gus Atkinson’s maiden century propelled England to a commanding position on day two of the second Test against Sri Lanka at Lord’s. His 118, along with England’s pace attack, dismantled Sri Lanka for 196, leaving England with a 256-run lead as they closed on 25-1.
Cricket/Test Match: Atkinson not surprised by maiden Test century
Gus Atkinson expressed little surprise after scoring his maiden Test century for England, noting his confidence in his batting abilities. Atkinson’s 118 was crucial in England’s first-innings total of 427, and he contributed with the ball as Sri Lanka collapsed to 196 all out.
County Cricket: Late wickets cap Surrey dominance against Notts
Nottinghamshire’s Farhan Ahmed became the youngest player to take a five-wicket haul in first-class cricket in England, claiming 7-140. However, Surrey’s imposing 525-run total, driven by Sai Sudharsan’s 105 and Rory Burns’ 161, left Nottinghamshire at 144-3 in reply, still trailing significantly.
Premier League: Arsenal seal late loan move for Chelsea’s Sterling
Raheem Sterling completed a late loan move from Chelsea to Arsenal on transfer deadline day. The 29-year-old forward reunites with Mikel Arteta, who was a coach at Manchester City during Sterling’s time there. Sterling expressed excitement about the move, seeing it as a perfect fit.
Premier League: Man Utd sign Uruguay midfielder Ugarte from PSG
Manchester United signed Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Paris St-Germain for a potential fee of £50.5m. The 23-year-old becomes United’s fifth summer signing, adding depth to their midfield as they push for a stronger season.