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Andy Lewis

Deputy Sports Editor
Abu Dhabi

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Fifa president Gianni Infantino presents the trophy during the Club World Cup 2025 draw ceremony in Miami, USA, 5 December 2024. EPA
Bayern Munich hail 'unique opportunity' in revamped Club World Cup

German giants the first major club to place full support behind controversial new tournament

FootballDecember 06, 2024
Andy Lewis
LEICESTER, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 03: Bilal El Khannouss of Leicester City celebrates scoring his team's second goal during the Premier League match between Leicester City FC and West Ham United FC at The King Power Stadium on December 03, 2024 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan / Getty Images)
Van Nistelrooy hails Morocco's El Khannouss after he inspires vital win

Atlas Lions midfielder scores his first Premier League goal to give new Foxes boss the perfect start

FootballDecember 04, 2024
Andy Lewis
RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - OCTOBER 12: Artur Beterbiev punches Dmitrii Bivol during the IBF, IBO, WBC and WBO World Light Heavyweight titles' fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitrii Bivol as part of the Riyadh Season - IV Crown Showdown card at Kingdom Arena on October 12, 2024 in Riyadh. (Photo by Richard Pelham / Getty Images)
Beterbiev v Bivol rematch and Dubois v Parker headline 'greatest card ever'

Saudi Arabia to put on most stacked boxing event yet at Kingdom Arena on February 22

Combat SportsDecember 03, 2024
Andy Lewis
Liverpool's Egyptian striker #11 Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring his team second goal during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Liverpool at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on November 24, 2024. (Photo by JUSTIN TALLIS / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /
Salah to the rescue as Liverpool fight back to beat Southampton

Arne Slot's side claim 3-2 victory at St Mary's thanks to late double from Egyptian star

FootballNovember 24, 2024
Andy Lewis
Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during a weigh-in ahead of their heavyweight bout. AP
Tyson v Paul: A million-dollar heist or dangerous and irresponsible?

Paul, the influencer-turned-fighter, is set to face long-retired former heavyweight champion in Texas

Combat SportsNovember 15, 2024
Andy Lewis
Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez, left, and Chris Billam-Smith face off ahead of their WBO/WBA cruiserweight unification in Saudi Arabia. Getty Images
Riyadh Season Latino Night: Ring walks, full card and how to watch

Saudi-hosted show will feature the best of Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy stable and includes cruiserweight unification bout

Combat SportsNovember 12, 2024
Andy Lewis
Former Monaco, Al Hilal and Shabab Al Ahli coach Leonardo Jardim has taken over at Al Ain. Reuters
Al Ain appoint Jardim to replace sacked Crespo

Former Monaco, Al Hilal and Shabab Al Ahli coach signs deal until next summer

FootballNovember 08, 2024
Andy Lewis
Japanese boxing star Naoya Inoue, left, is the latest big name to join the Riyadh Season Saudi boxing project. AP
Monster signing: Japanese boxing star Inoue links up with Riyadh Season

Undisputed super-bantamweight champion open to fighting in Saudi Arabia after clinching deal with kingdom

Combat SportsNovember 05, 2024
Andy Lewis
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior is the hot favourite to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or. AFP
2024 Ballon d'Or: When, where and how it will be decided

Everything you need to know ahead of ceremony to crown the world's leading footballer

FootballOctober 28, 2024
Andy Lewis
Manchester City’s Oscar Bobb poses with the Premier League trophy. Photo: Manchester City
ExclusiveMan City star Bobb on Haaland, his recovery and that goal against Newcastle

Exciting young winger speaks to The National in Abu Dhabi as he continues his rehab from long-term injury

FootballOctober 24, 2024
Andy Lewis
Liverpool's Curtis Jones (right) celebrates scoring their side's second goal of the game during the Premier League match at Anfield, Liverpool. Picture date: Sunday October 20, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Liverpool. Photo credit should read: Peter Byrne/PA Wire. RESTRICTIONS: EDITORIAL USE ONLY No use with unauthorised audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or "live" services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications.
Salah and Jones shine as leaders Liverpool see off Chelsea

Arne Slot's side keep hold of top spot following 2-1 victory at Anfield

FootballOctober 20, 2024
Andy Lewis
'Experience Abu Dhabi' is to be the Official Patch Partner of the New York Knicks. Photo: DCT Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi strengthens NBA ties by sealing deal with New York Knicks

Department of Culture and Tourism also confirms multi-year partnerships with MSG Sports and Sphere Entertainment

SportOctober 17, 2024
Andy Lewis
Artur Beterbiev, left, and Dmitry Bivol hold their belts as they stare each other down ahead of their undisputed clash in Riyadh on Saturday night. Getty Images
Beterbiev vs Bivol: Contrasting characters with shared past chase undisputed glory

Former amateur teammates have overcome hardship to reach the top of boxing and fight for light-heavyweight crown at Kingdom Arena on Saturday

Combat SportsOctober 10, 2024
Andy Lewis
Al Nassr's Sadio Mane celebrates scoring against Al Rayyan in the AFC Champions League. Reuters
Revitalised Mane targeting Saudi Pro League title with Al Nassr

Senegal star has been key to Riyadh side's improved form under new boss Stefano Pioli

FootballOctober 10, 2024
Andy Lewis
British boxer Anthony Joshua pictured during fight week ahead of his bout against Daniel Dubois. PA
Joshua eyes third world title but legacy rests on beating Fury or Usyk

Englishman must defeat compatriot Daniel Dubois at Riyadh Season's London extravaganza if he is to set up clash for all the marbles in 2025

Combat SportsSeptember 19, 2024
Andy Lewis
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