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Crazy Game! Chiefs Edge Out the Raiders in a Narrow Victory

Omar Rodríguez / Football / en / November 30, 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 19-17 in a dramatic Black Friday showdown. Despite nearly losing their early lead, a critical Raiders mistake secured the reigning champions’ victory. Once again, the Kansas City Chiefs found a way to prevail in a game that became far more challenging than expected. Thanks to a fortunate turn of events, they managed to edge out the Las Vegas Raiders 19-17. In this Black Friday matchup, the reigning champions faced tense moments as they came dangerously close to losing a game they had firmly controlled with a 16-3 lead in the third quarter. Before the third quarter ended, the Raiders narrowed the gap with a touchdown, bringing them within six points of the Chiefs. That margin disappeared early in the fourth quarter with another touchdown by the visitors, giving the Raiders a 17-16 lead. The Chiefs responded with a field goal to regain a slim advantage, but with the Raiders mounting one final drive and needing only to reach field goal range to win, the Chiefs were staring down a potential defeat. A Last-Minute Miracle The game took a dramatic turn in the Raiders’ final drive. They methodically advanced to the Chiefs’ 31-yard line and were just one yard away from a first down, well within striking distance of field goal range. But with the clock working against them, disaster struck for the Raiders. In a miscommunication during the snap, quarterback Aidan O’Connell wasn’t prepared, and the ball hit his right shoulder before falling loose. The Chiefs quickly recovered the fumble, sealing a hard-fought victory. Cover photo: X (@Chiefs)

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Surprise in the Liguilla! Atlético de San Luis thrashes Tigres and moves closer to the semifinals

Pablo Martínez / Soccer / en / November 30, 2024

Tigres is on the brink of an early elimination from the Liguilla after being thrashed 3-0 by Atlético de San Luis. Joaquim opened the scoring with an own goal in the 35th minute. In the second half, San Luis took advantage of the spaces, and after a fast break from Vitinho, Leo Bonatini scored the second. To close the match, Vitinho sealed the 3-0 victory after a great collective play. With this result, Tigres must beat San Luis by at least 3 goals if they hope to qualify for the next round. The return leg will be tomorrow, Sunday, December 1, at the Estadio Universitario. Also of interest: América takes a big step towards the Liga MX semifinals after defeating Toluca Foto de portada: X(@LigaBBVAMX)

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Three and Counting! Barcelona Defeats Real Madrid in Legends Match for Their 125th Anniversary

Omar Rodríguez / Soccer / en / November 30, 2024

Barcelona celebrated their 125th anniversary with a thrilling victory over Real Madrid in a Legends Clásico, winning 4-2 on penalties after a 2-2 draw. Ronaldinho stole the show with a stunning free-kick goal, bringing nostalgia and magic to a game filled with legendary moments. FC Barcelona secured yet another Clásico victory, adding to their recent streak of wins against their Madrid rivals. This time, it was in a legends match honoring the Blaugrana’s 125 years of history. Following a 2-2 draw, the Catalan side triumphed over Real Madrid in a penalty shootout, 4-2. The victory adds to the successes achieved by both the men’s and women’s Barcelona teams in their respective encounters with Real Madrid this season. The game, held at the Khalifa Stadium in Doha, Qatar, featured legendary players from both clubs, filling the field with the magic and quality these football icons are known for. The Lineups Barcelona’s lineup included: Vítor Baía; Fernando Navarro, De Boer, Abidal, Sorín; Trashorras, Mendieta; Giuly, Rivaldo, Ronaldinho, and Villa. Real Madrid fielded: Buyo; Núñez, Pavón, Fernando Sanz, Raúl Bravo; Milla, Seedorf, Figo, Savio, Amavisca; Congo. Ronaldinho’s Timeless Magic Barcelona opened the scoring in the 8th minute with a goal from Juampi Sorín. The second goal came from none other than Ronaldinho, whose brilliance defies time. The Brazilian legend delivered a spectacular free-kick, curling the ball into the top right corner. His iconic smile lit up the stadium as fans celebrated the breathtaking goal. Real Madrid wasn’t about to be overshadowed, responding with a goal from Portuguese star Luís Figo, who scored with a precise cross-shot in the 58th minute. Edwin Congo equalized shortly after, capitalizing on a defensive error from Barcelona to make it 2-2. You may be interested in: El Clásico es blaugrana, Barcelona le pasó por encima al Real Madrid Barcelona Prevails in Penalties To delight the crowd eager for a winner, Barcelona edged out Real Madrid in the penalty shootout, winning 4-2. While Barcelona claimed the victory, the true winners were the fans, who had the rare opportunity to witness these football legends grace the pitch once again. Cover photo: X (@10Ronaldinho)

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Vaslav Ayala aims for a podium finish at the Hong Kong 2024 Poomsae World Championship

Pablo Martínez / National / en / November 30, 2024

Vaslav Ayala Talavera, a Mexican taekwondo athlete and world medalist, is competing in his seventh World Taekwondo Poomsae Championship in China. He aims to bring his experience to the team in his final participation in this category. Ayala, who has won gold and silver medals at the World Championships, has already arrived in China to compete in the 2024 Hong Kong Poomsae World Championship, taking place from November 30 to December 4. This will be his seventh appearance at a World Championship event in this discipline. “I’m competing in the under-30 team event. This is my seventh World Championship, and I’m excited because I see a team working with great interest. There are many young athletes with inspiration and motivation to reach the top in this World Championship,” shared the capital-based taekwondo athlete with the National Commission for Physical Culture and Sports (CONADE). Ayala, who won the mixed pair title alongside Veracruz’s Ollin Medina and secured the individual runner-up position at the Aguascalientes 2014 World Championship, stated that his experience will be a valuable contribution to the national team. Also of interest: William Arroyo to compete at the Hong Kong 2024 Poomsae World Championship “I want to take advantage of these moments to support the younger categories—cadets, juniors, and even my own category. If I have advice or any experience I can share, I want to contribute. There’s a 10-year age difference between the youngest competitor in my category and me, so I want to make the most of my experiences, especially since this is my last year in this category. I want to help others with whatever they need in their journey,” emphasized the taekwondo athlete from Mexico City. Throughout his distinguished career, Vaslav Ayala has earned gold, silver, and bronze medals at the 2018 Central American and Caribbean Games in Barranquilla, along with a silver medal at the 2015 Summer Universiade in Gwangju, among other significant achievements. “Taekwondo has shaped my personality for much of my life. It has changed me in many ways. I was once an insecure person when making decisions, but now I’m very confident,” he reflected. Finally, he advised young athletes: “Work hard for what you want, but more than hard, work with intensity and intelligence. I believe one quality that defines me is courage—necessary to overcome fears, defeat challenges, and achieve the goals we set for ourselves.”

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Dodgers Extend Tommy Edman’s Contract

Omar Rodríguez / Baseball / en / November 30, 2024

The Los Angeles Dodgers have renewed Tommy Edman, MVP of the National League Championship Series, with a five-year, $74 million deal. Key to their 2024 title run, Edman’s contract includes an additional option that could extend his stay through 2030. The 2024 MLB champions are already preparing for both their immediate and long-term future by securing one of the standout players from their championship-winning season, utility man Tommy Edman. Recently named MVP of the National League Championship Series, Edman agreed to a five-year deal with the California team worth $74 million, ensuring he remains with the Dodgers through 2029. Edman played a pivotal role in the Dodgers’ championship success, driving in 11 runs during the NLCS and recording an OPS (on-base plus slugging percentage) of .988, earning him the series MVP honors. The Dodgers acquired Edman on July 29, 2024, in a multi-player trade with the St. Louis Cardinals. Previously, Edman had signed a two-year deal with the Dodgers, which is now superseded by this new five-year agreement. You may be interested in: Ohtani es elegido MVP de la Liga Nacional y Aaron Judge en la Liga Americana Additionally, the deal includes a club option for a sixth year at $13 million, with a $3 million buyout, and a $17 million signing bonus, according to sources cited by ESPN. Cover photo: X (@Dodgers)

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Para taekwondo resumed training after winning two medals in Paris 2024

Pablo Martínez / Combat Sports / en / November 30, 2024

The national para taekwondo team returned to CNAR with new talents after completing a successful cycle with medals in Paris 2024, Santiago 2023, and Veracruz 2023. They plan to compete in the 2025 World Championship. The national para taekwondo team resumed training at the National Center for Sports Talent Development and High Performance (CNAR), now integrating new athletes after closing the previous cycle with two medals at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. “We have a team with both experience and youth, so they are coming together to work as one. They are going through a general phase at the end of the year to leave behind the Paralympic Games in Paris, motivate themselves, get to know each other, and build unity so that next year we can start working more firmly,” said national coach Jannet Alegría Peña in an interview with CONADE (National Commission for Physical Culture and Sports). The Mexican team had an outstanding performance in the recent Paralympic cycle, earning nine medals (two gold, five silver, and two bronze) at the Santiago 2023 Parapan American Games, three medals (gold, silver, and bronze) at the Veracruz 2023 World Championship, and two more (gold and silver) at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Also of interest: Mexico successfully concluded its participation in the 2024 Para Swimming World Series in Guadalajara “The most important event we have next year is the World Championship, which will take place between October and November. It is a fundamental event where we aim to have several para taekwondo athletes on the podium. We hope for a comeback from Luis Mario, who narrowly missed a medal at Veracruz 2023. We want him on the podium next year, alongside Claudia Romero, Fernanda Vargas, and Jessica García. We also hope for success from new athletes joining the team. They have roughly 10 or 12 months to prepare and achieve great results,” Jannet Alegría emphasized. The coach, recognized as the best para taekwondo coach by the Pan American Taekwondo Union, announced the addition of five new young athletes aged 14 to 17. “This truly fills us with joy. These youngsters will compete at the Brazil Open in April to qualify,” said the coach, who shares leadership responsibilities with triple Olympic medalist María Espinoza. Finally, Alegría expressed her gratitude for the support of the national para taekwondo team. “We want to thank everyone who supported us during the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. It was incredibly motivating.”

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Chicago took advantage of Thanksgiving and thanked their coach Matt Eberflus

Omar Rodríguez / Adaptive Sports, Soccer / en / November 30, 2024

The Chicago Bears announced yesterday the firing of head coach Matt Eberflus. This after the loss they suffered on Thanksgiving against the Detroit Lions, where a decision by Eberflus doomed the result against the Bears. Thus, the former coach left Chicago with a 14-32 record in two seasons. One of the worst records in franchise history. The team’s offensive coordinator, Thomas Brown, will assume the position of interim coach, according to the team’s press release. You may be interested in: Tras cinco jornadas, la tabla general de la Champions empieza a tomar forma Cover photo: X (@NFL)

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Chicago took advantage of Thanksgiving and thanked their coach Matt Eberflus

Omar Rodríguez / Football / en / November 30, 2024

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LECLERC SHINES IN GP OF QATAR PRACTICE SESSION

Sergio Spinoza / Formula 1, Motorsports, TAUROMAQUIA / en / November 29, 2024

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc delivered a standout performance during the sole Free Practice 1 (FP1) session of the 2024 Qatar Grand Prix, topping the timesheets ahead of McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, as well as his teammate Carlos Sainz. In a weekend defined by the Sprint format, performance in FP1 held greater significance, especially on the demanding Lusail International Circuit. A CRUCIAL SESSION IN THE SPRINT FORMAT With the Sprint format in play, FP1 became unusually important as the only chance for drivers to fine-tune their cars before qualifying. Cooler track conditions compared to previous editions added another layer of complexity to the session. The opening minutes saw intense activity, with teams utilizing Pirelli’s hard and medium tires to gather critical data. This created significant traffic on the track, accompanied by a flurry of radio complaints. Amid this scenario, Leclerc clocked an impressive provisional time of 1m 23.702s, securing the top spot on the leaderboard. SOFT TIRES CHANGE THE GAME In the final 10 minutes of the session, the introduction of soft tires brought a wave of improvements. Leclerc capitalized on the opportunity, setting a definitive time of 1m 21.953s to claim first place with a four-tenths advantage over Norris and Piastri. Carlos Sainz secured fourth place, half a second behind his teammate. Meanwhile, Yuki Tsunoda, Valtteri Bottas, and Lance Stroll surprised many by finishing among the top seven with fast late-session laps. MIXED RESULTS FOR FAVORITES Newly crowned 2024 champion Max Verstappen had a subdued start, finishing 11th after reporting balance issues in his Red Bull. Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton faced similar challenges, ending the session in eighth and tenth, respectively. Fernando Alonso placed 12th with his Aston Martin, while Sergio Pérez endured a difficult session, finishing 19th. Others, like Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon, also struggled, as their best times were set on medium tires. EXPECTATIONS FOR THE SPRINT QUALIFYING With the data collected during FP1, teams must refine their setups for the intense Sprint qualifying session, scheduled to begin at 8:30 PM local time. Drivers will need to maximize every second on a track that has proven both technical and demanding. Leclerc’s dominance in this session strengthens Ferrari’s ambitions in the constructors’ championship battle, while McLaren and Red Bull must respond quickly to avoid losing ground in what promises to be a thrilling weekend.

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The Diablos Rojos defeated the Halcones de Xalapa in Game 1 of the LNBP Grand Final

Pablo Martínez / Basketball / en / November 29, 2024

The Diablos Rojos del México defeated the Halcones de Xalapa 89-80 in Game 1 of the Liga Nacional de Baloncesto Profesional Grand Final, despite a challenging start with a 28-19 first-quarter score. The Halcones took an early 12-0 lead, but the Diablos adjusted, narrowing the gap and finishing the opening quarter at 28-19. In the second quarter, the Rojos continued to close in and ended the first half trailing by just 42-40. The Diablos improved their three-point shooting in the third quarter, sinking three triples in two minutes to take a 59-49 lead and ending the quarter at 71-61. Finally, in the last period, with a 10-2 run, the Diablos extended their lead to 85-69, sealing an 89-80 victory. The scarlet team now aims to extend their advantage in Game 2, set to take place today at 8:00 PM (Mexico City time) at the Juan de la Barrera Gymnasium. You may also like: Incredible! The Diablos Rojos del México Could Enter the Mexican Stock Exchange

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