Harry Kane celebrates scoring Bayern Munich's second goal during the 2-2 Champions League quarter-final first-leg draw against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium, in London, on April 9, 2024. Reuters
Harry Kane celebrates scoring Bayern Munich's second goal during the 2-2 Champions League quarter-final first-leg draw against Arsenal at Emirates Stadium, in London, on April 9, 2024. Reuters
Bayern striker Harry Kane scores from the penalty spot to put his team 2-1 up. AFP
Bayern striker Harry Kane scores from the penalty spot to put his team 2-1 up. AFP
Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates after scoring. AFP
Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates after scoring. AFP
Arsenal attacker Bukayo Sakascores his team's first goal. AFP
Arsenal attacker Bukayo Sakascores his team's first goal. AFP
Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring the opening goal for Arsenal against Bayern Munich. AP
Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring the opening goal for Arsenal against Bayern Munich. AP
Serge Gnabry scores for Bayern Munich to equalise against Arsenal. Reuters
Serge Gnabry scores for Bayern Munich to equalise against Arsenal. Reuters
Bayern Munich players celebrate Serge Gnabry's equalising goal against Arsenal. AP
Bayern Munich players celebrate Serge Gnabry's equalising goal against Arsenal. AP
Harry Kane shoots and scores a penalty to give Bayern a 2-1 lead against Arsenal. AFP
Harry Kane shoots and scores a penalty to give Bayern a 2-1 lead against Arsenal. AFP
Leandro Trossard shoots and scores for Arsenal against Bayern Munich to level the score at 2-2. AFP
Leandro Trossard shoots and scores for Arsenal against Bayern Munich to level the score at 2-2. AFP
Leandro Trossard celebrates after scoring Arsenal's second goal against Bayern Munich. AFP
Leandro Trossard celebrates after scoring Arsenal's second goal against Bayern Munich. AFP
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer tackles Bukayo Saka in a challenge Arsenal wanted a penalty for. AFP
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer tackles Bukayo Saka in a challenge Arsenal wanted a penalty for. AFP
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel embrace at full time. EPA
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta and Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel embrace at full time. EPA

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Kane v Bellingham: England duo target Champions League glory as Bayern face Real

International teammates go head-to-head for place in final having enjoyed spectacular debut seasons with their respective clubs

Gareth Cox

April 30, 2024

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When England line up for their opening match of Euro 2024 against Serbia on June 16, there are two names that Gareth Southgate will be desperate to have fully fit and on the pitch in Gelsenkirchen.

If all goes well, the England manager should be able to call on two of European football's standout performers this season as the Three Lions look to end a wait of 58 years since winning their only major honour – the 1966 World Cup.

But before spearheading England's campaign shoulder-to-shoulder in Germany, Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham must go head-to-head for their respective clubs as European giants Bayern Munich and Real Madrid do battle in the Champions League semi-finals.

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After making big-money moves last summer, both players hit the ground running in Germany and Spain – and have barely slowed down since.

After spending his entire career at Tottenham Hotspur, where he became the club's all-time record scorer with 280 goals, Kane moved to Bayern in a deal worth around €100 million as he looked to secure the first silverware of his career.

Bayern Munich appeared to be a safe bet: the six-time champions of Europe who were looking to win the Bundesliga title for a 12th successive season and had not finished a season trophyless since 2012.

Like his time at Spurs, the goals have been free-flowing, with Kane's double in Bayern's win over Eintracht Frankfurt taking his tally for the season across competitions to 42 – a new personal best for the 30-year-old.

In the Bundesliga, he is six short of Robert Lewandowski's record of 41 goals with three games left to play. “It's possible, but obviously I have to get a move on,” Kane conceded at the weekend. “I've got to maybe score a few goals next week. It's there, it's in touching distance.”

But the team silverware has not materialised for Kane. In his first appearance for the club, Bayern were beaten 3-0 by RB Leipzig in the German Super Cup, their hopes of winning a 21st German Cup were ended by third division Saarbrucken and, earlier this month, Xabi Alonso's unbeaten Bayer Leverkusen side secured their first Bundesliga title.

Off the pitch, relations between coach Thomas Tuchel and the Bayern management have just hit a new low after honorary president Uli Hoeness decided the time was right to launch a broadside at Tuchel, suggesting the former Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea manager would rather just “buy someone else” than try to improve players already at his disposal.

“It offends me deeply as a coach,' said an incensed Tuchel, who will be leaving Bayern at the end of the campaign. “If we have proven something in the coaching team over the last 15 years, it is that young players … always have a place with us. I find it absolutely baseless."

All in all, hardly the best preparation ahead of Tuesday's semi-final first leg at the Allianz Arena, although Kane remains upbeat.

“I'm confident I'm in a good moment and I can put some away,” said England's all-time top scorer, with 62 goals for his country.

England teammates Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are set to play against each for the first time in the Champions League semi-finals. Getty Images
England teammates Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane are set to play against each for the first time in the Champions League semi-finals. Getty Images

“I'm looking forward to the atmosphere – the atmosphere against Arsenal [in the quarter-final] was incredible. I'm expecting it'll go another level up and I'm quite excited.”

Over in Madrid, life is far more harmonious in the camp of England's other shining light. Bellingham moved to Spain from Dortmund for a fee in excess of €100 million and has been a revelation for the 14-time European Cup winners.

Aged just 19 and wearing the historic No 5 shirt adorned by club great Zinedine Zidane, Bellingham has been the heartbeat of Real's march to a 35th La Liga crown.

Friday's 1-0 win at Real Sociedad – when Bellingham was only on the bench as he recovered from illness – leaves the club needing just four points from the final five games to reclaim the title from rivals Barcelona.

Bellingham has notched 17 goals in La Liga, two behind Girona's top-scorer Artem Dovbyk, and 21 across competitions; a remarkable achievement for someone who was playing second-tier football in England with Birmingham City four years ago.

"Jude is extraordinary," said Tuchel on Monday. "He was fantastic here in the Bundesliga, how he progressed shows the level of personality he has.

"Everyone who plays for Madrid plays with the pressure of the shirt. He handles it like he's never done anything else."

He has also proven himself someone who thrives on the big stage, twice scoring the winning goal as Real completed a clasico double over Barca, finding the back of the net four times in eight Champions League games while also slotting home coolly during the semi-final penalty shoot-out victory over Manchester City.

And Bellingham has made clear that manager Carlo Ancelotti has been key to his rapid rise this season. “The sign of a good manager is when he makes you believe you are a bit better, gives me the freedom to roam,” Bellingham said. “He’s a top person, makes me feel comfortable.

“He’s been amazing in helping me adapt, understand my potential. I’ve played more of a 10. [At] Dortmund I was deeper and Birmingham all over the place, it’s definitely down to him.”

Next up will be Bellingham's first game up against his national team captain Kane, someone he has played alongside 22 times.

“He's a great player, as I've said before,” Bayern striker Kane said of his England teammate. “Of course, he's had an amazing season himself. But from my point of view, I hope he's quiet in the next two games.”

Real beat Man City on penalties – player ratings

MANCHESTER CITY RATINGS: Good stop from Rodrygo but couldn’t stop same player scoring from rebound. Not called into serious action again until penalty save from Modric in shoot-out when Brazilian keeper was also an unlikely scorer. AP
MANCHESTER CITY RATINGS: Good stop from Rodrygo but couldn’t stop same player scoring from rebound. Not called into serious action again until penalty save from Modric in shoot-out when Brazilian keeper was also an unlikely scorer. AP
Back in side after injury but guilty of playing Vinicius onside in run-up to Real’s opener. Helped nullify threat of of the Real attacker, though, matching the Brazilian for pace and strength. AP
Back in side after injury but guilty of playing Vinicius onside in run-up to Real’s opener. Helped nullify threat of of the Real attacker, though, matching the Brazilian for pace and strength. AP
Excellent at the back, rarely troubled although arguably allowed Vinicius too much room to put cross into box for Rodrygo goal and should have closed him down quicker. AF
Excellent at the back, rarely troubled although arguably allowed Vinicius too much room to put cross into box for Rodrygo goal and should have closed him down quicker. AF
Versatile defender regularly found himself pushing into midfield to help with City attacks but wasted one good opportunity when he blazed over bar with teammates better placed. Getty Images
Versatile defender regularly found himself pushing into midfield to help with City attacks but wasted one good opportunity when he blazed over bar with teammates better placed. Getty Images
Scored fine goals in successive games from left-back for City but more focused on defensive duties here which he did with aplomb. Booked for foul on Bellingham. PA
Scored fine goals in successive games from left-back for City but more focused on defensive duties here which he did with aplomb. Booked for foul on Bellingham. PA
His usual ultra-reliable self in middle of park breaking down Real attacks and spraying some lovely balls out wide. Took booking for team when he hauled back the speedy Diaz. Lost for first time in 67 City games. AFP
His usual ultra-reliable self in middle of park breaking down Real attacks and spraying some lovely balls out wide. Took booking for team when he hauled back the speedy Diaz. Lost for first time in 67 City games. AFP
Stung Lunin’s palms with powerful strike in first half. Buried finish into roof of net to level scores in 76th minute and could have had quickfire hat-trick when he hit two efforts over bar not long after. EPA
Stung Lunin’s palms with powerful strike in first half. Buried finish into roof of net to level scores in 76th minute and could have had quickfire hat-trick when he hit two efforts over bar not long after. EPA
Could only bundle ball wide from a couple of metres out after Haaland’s header rebounded off crossbar in first half. Tried to make things happen but, like City as whole, found it hard to find way through Real defence. Terrible penalty in shoot-out. PA
Could only bundle ball wide from a couple of metres out after Haaland’s header rebounded off crossbar in first half. Tried to make things happen but, like City as whole, found it hard to find way through Real defence. Terrible penalty in shoot-out. PA
Glorious finish in first leg but no sniff of goal here until just before break when he curled shot over bar from 20 metres out. Surprisingly little impact from England attacker but scored in shoot-out. AP
Glorious finish in first leg but no sniff of goal here until just before break when he curled shot over bar from 20 metres out. Surprisingly little impact from England attacker but scored in shoot-out. AP
Struck two efforts straight at keeper in second half and had interesting tussle with Carvajal, with both players booked for fouling each other. AFP
Struck two efforts straight at keeper in second half and had interesting tussle with Carvajal, with both players booked for fouling each other. AFP
Two headed chances in first 20 minutes – put one just over, the other bounced off crossbar. No clearcut opportunities after break and taken off by Pep Guardiola at start of extra-time. AP
Two headed chances in first 20 minutes – put one just over, the other bounced off crossbar. No clearcut opportunities after break and taken off by Pep Guardiola at start of extra-time. AP
SUBS: (On for Grealish 72’) Made instant impact with his pace and direct running. Was his cross that ended with De Bruyne scoring. EPA
SUBS: (On for Grealish 72’) Made instant impact with his pace and direct running. Was his cross that ended with De Bruyne scoring. EPA
(On for Haaland 91’) Hit shot straight at keeper from tight angle deep into extra-time. Scored in shoot-out. AP
(On for Haaland 91’) Hit shot straight at keeper from tight angle deep into extra-time. Scored in shoot-out. AP
(On for Akanji 112’) PA
(On for Akanji 112’) PA
(On for De Bruyne 112’) Saw penalty saved in shoot-out. EPA
(On for De Bruyne 112’) Saw penalty saved in shoot-out. EPA
REAL MADRID RATINGS Regulation saves from Ukrainian until given no chance by De Bruyne’s fine finish for leveller. Never looked comfortable with in-swinging corners and crosses. Saved two poorly struck penalties in shoot-out. AP
REAL MADRID RATINGS Regulation saves from Ukrainian until given no chance by De Bruyne’s fine finish for leveller. Never looked comfortable with in-swinging corners and crosses. Saved two poorly struck penalties in shoot-out. AP
Booked for pulling down Grealish, despite claiming that England winger dived. Coped with threat of Grealish but had tougher time against pace of Doku when City winger was brough on. Limped off with cramp in extra-time. AP
Booked for pulling down Grealish, despite claiming that England winger dived. Coped with threat of Grealish but had tougher time against pace of Doku when City winger was brough on. Limped off with cramp in extra-time. AP
Had been immaculate at heart of excellent defensive performance but was his poor clearance that handed chance for De Bruyne to level scores. Poked chance wide at end of first-half of extra-time. Scored winner in shoot-out. AP
Had been immaculate at heart of excellent defensive performance but was his poor clearance that handed chance for De Bruyne to level scores. Poked chance wide at end of first-half of extra-time. Scored winner in shoot-out. AP
Veteran looked like he might score a disastrous own goal just after break when he took ball past own keeper but cleared for corner. But played part in resolute Real defensive display. Scored in shoot-out. AFP
Veteran looked like he might score a disastrous own goal just after break when he took ball past own keeper but cleared for corner. But played part in resolute Real defensive display. Scored in shoot-out. AFP
Had little problems up in first half when he helped keep Foden very quiet and dealt with Silva in second when he switched flanks. Harsh booking for what looked fair tackle on Walker. AP
Had little problems up in first half when he helped keep Foden very quiet and dealt with Silva in second when he switched flanks. Harsh booking for what looked fair tackle on Walker. AP
Had game’s first effort on goal – curling effort from distance saved comfortably. Excellent pressing when City were in possession but wayward passing gifted ball back to City far too often. Reuters
Had game’s first effort on goal – curling effort from distance saved comfortably. Excellent pressing when City were in possession but wayward passing gifted ball back to City far too often. Reuters
Couldn’t handle the surging runs forward by De Bruyne, particularly in first half. Tidy with the ball as usual before being replaced by his old partner in crime Luka Modric. AP
Couldn’t handle the surging runs forward by De Bruyne, particularly in first half. Tidy with the ball as usual before being replaced by his old partner in crime Luka Modric. AP
Fabulous leveller in Madrid but little sniff of goal here but was part of move that ended with Rodrygo scoring. Never shirked in his defensive duties and is such a vital player for Real. AFP
Fabulous leveller in Madrid but little sniff of goal here but was part of move that ended with Rodrygo scoring. Never shirked in his defensive duties and is such a vital player for Real. AFP
Key role in build-up to Rodygo’s opener with velvet first touch and turn before supplying pass to Valverde. But attacking influence was kept to minimum as City dominated possession and chances. Calm finish in shoot-out. Reuters
Key role in build-up to Rodygo’s opener with velvet first touch and turn before supplying pass to Valverde. But attacking influence was kept to minimum as City dominated possession and chances. Calm finish in shoot-out. Reuters
Big-game scorer who put Real ahead in 12th minute at second time of asking after Ederson saved his first attempt. Saw very little of Brazilian for rest of game although he looked very unimpressed at his late substitution. AFP
Big-game scorer who put Real ahead in 12th minute at second time of asking after Ederson saved his first attempt. Saw very little of Brazilian for rest of game although he looked very unimpressed at his late substitution. AFP
Provided cross for Rodrygo’s goal but was well marked by the City defence and got little or no joy out of Walker. AP
Provided cross for Rodrygo’s goal but was well marked by the City defence and got little or no joy out of Walker. AP
SUBS: (On for Kroos 79’) Little maestro was brought on with Real struggling to keep possession. Some trademark sublime touches and passes. Missed Real’s opening penalty of shoot-out. PA
SUBS: (On for Kroos 79’) Little maestro was brought on with Real struggling to keep possession. Some trademark sublime touches and passes. Missed Real’s opening penalty of shoot-out. PA
(On for Rodrygo 84’) Flashes of pace from the former Man City player but little impact. Reuters
(On for Rodrygo 84’) Flashes of pace from the former Man City player but little impact. Reuters
(On for Vinicius Junior 103’) Experienced wideman had half a chance in extra-time time but miscued shot wide of target. Scored in shoot-out. PA
(On for Vinicius Junior 103’) Experienced wideman had half a chance in extra-time time but miscued shot wide of target. Scored in shoot-out. PA
(On for Carvajal 111’) Made a couple of important challenges in short time on pitch. Reuters
(On for Carvajal 111’) Made a couple of important challenges in short time on pitch. Reuters
How much do leading UAE’s UK curriculum schools charge for Year 6?
  1. Nord Anglia International School (Dubai) – Dh85,032
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  3. Brighton College Abu Dhabi - Dh68,560
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  5. Gems Wellington International School – Dubai Branch – Dh58,488
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Chancellor Rachel Reeves set markets on edge as she appeared visibly distraught in parliament on Wednesday. 

Legislative setbacks for the government have blown a new hole in the budgetary calculations at a time when the deficit is stubbornly large and the economy is struggling to grow. 

She appeared with Keir Starmer on Thursday and the pair embraced, but he had failed to give her his backing as she cried a day earlier.

A spokesman said her upset demeanour was due to a personal matter.

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Lord Smith, former Cabinet minister

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Sunday, September 17 – 10.30am, v Australia; 3.45pm, v South Africa
Monday, September 18 – 2pm, v England; 7.15pm, v India
Tuesday, September 19 – 12.15pm, v Singapore; 5.30pm, v Sri Lanka
Thursday, September 21 – 2pm v Malaysia
Friday, September 22 – 3.30pm, semi-final
Saturday, September 23 – 3pm, grand final

Women
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Thursday, September 21 – 12.15pm, v Australia
Friday, September 22 – 1.30pm, semi-final
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Stuart Ritchie, director of wealth advice at AES International, says children cannot learn something overnight, so it helps to have a fun routine that keeps them engaged and interested.

“I explain to my daughter that the money I draw from an ATM or the money on my bank card doesn’t just magically appear – it’s money I have earned from my job. I show her how this works by giving her little chores around the house so she can earn pocket money,” says Mr Ritchie.

His daughter is allowed to spend half of her pocket money, while the other half goes into a bank account. When this money hits a certain milestone, Mr Ritchie rewards his daughter with a small lump sum.

He also recommends books that teach the importance of money management for children, such as The Squirrel Manifesto by Ric Edelman and Jean Edelman.

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Expo 2020 Dubai will be the first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia

The world fair will run for six months from October 20, 2020 to April 10, 2021.

It is expected to attract 25 million visits

Some 70 per cent visitors are projected to come from outside the UAE, the largest proportion of international visitors in the 167-year history of World Expos.

More than 30,000 volunteers are required for Expo 2020

The site covers a total of 4.38 sqkm, including a 2 sqkm gated area

It is located adjacent to Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South

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On the menu

First course

▶ Emirati sea bass tartare Yuzu and labneh mayo, avocado, green herbs, fermented tomato water  

▶ The Tale of the Oyster Oyster tartare, Bahraini gum berry pickle

Second course

▶ Local mackerel Sourdough crouton, baharat oil, red radish, zaatar mayo

▶ One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Quail, smoked freekeh, cinnamon cocoa

Third course

▶ Bahraini bouillabaisse Venus clams, local prawns, fishfarm seabream, farro

▶ Lamb 2 ways Braised lamb, crispy lamb chop, bulgur, physalis

Dessert

▶ Lumi Black lemon ice cream, pistachio, pomegranate

▶ Black chocolate bar Dark chocolate, dates, caramel, camel milk ice cream
 

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About Okadoc

Date started: Okadoc, 2018

Founder/CEO: Fodhil Benturquia

Based: Dubai, UAE

Sector: Healthcare

Size: (employees/revenue) 40 staff; undisclosed revenues recording “double-digit” monthly growth

Funding stage: Series B fundraising round to conclude in February

Investors: Undisclosed

The specs
  • Engine: 3.9-litre twin-turbo V8
  • Power: 640hp
  • Torque: 760nm
  • On sale: 2026
  • Price: Not announced yet
Financial considerations before buying a property

Buyers should try to pay as much in cash as possible for a property, limiting the mortgage value to as little as they can afford. This means they not only pay less in interest but their monthly costs are also reduced. Ideally, the monthly mortgage payment should not exceed 20 per cent of the purchaser’s total household income, says Carol Glynn, founder of Conscious Finance Coaching.

“If it’s a rental property, plan for the property to have periods when it does not have a tenant. Ensure you have enough cash set aside to pay the mortgage and other costs during these periods, ideally at least six months,” she says. 

Also, shop around for the best mortgage interest rate. Understand the terms and conditions, especially what happens after any introductory periods, Ms Glynn adds.

Using a good mortgage broker is worth the investment to obtain the best rate available for a buyer’s needs and circumstances. A good mortgage broker will help the buyer understand the terms and conditions of the mortgage and make the purchasing process efficient and easier. 

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Living in...

This article is part of a guide on where to live in the UAE. Our reporters will profile some of the country’s most desirable districts, provide an estimate of rental prices and introduce you to some of the residents who call each area home. 

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PROFILE OF SWVL

Started: April 2017

Founders: Mostafa Kandil, Ahmed Sabbah and Mahmoud Nouh

Based: Cairo, Egypt

Sector: transport

Size: 450 employees

Investment: approximately $80 million

Investors include: Dubai’s Beco Capital, US’s Endeavor Catalyst, China’s MSA, Egypt’s Sawari Ventures, Sweden’s Vostok New Ventures, Property Finder CEO Michael Lahyani

Best Academy: Ajax and Benfica

Best Agent: Jorge Mendes

Best Club : Liverpool   

 Best Coach: Jurgen Klopp (Liverpool)  

 Best Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker

 Best Men’s Player: Cristiano Ronaldo

 Best Partnership of the Year Award by SportBusiness: Manchester City and SAP

 Best Referee: Stephanie Frappart

Best Revelation Player: Joao Felix (Atletico Madrid and Portugal)

Best Sporting Director: Andrea Berta (Atletico Madrid)

Best Women's Player:  Lucy Bronze

Best Young Arab Player: Achraf Hakimi

 Kooora – Best Arab Club: Al Hilal (Saudi Arabia)

 Kooora – Best Arab Player: Abderrazak Hamdallah (Al-Nassr FC, Saudi Arabia)

 Player Career Award: Miralem Pjanic and Ryan Giggs

Updated: April 30, 2024, 2:43 AM`
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