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Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Qatar Tribune
Stage set for Amir Cup football quarter-finals
Tribune News Network Doha The Amir Cup quarter-finals begin on Tuesday with Al Ahli taking on second division challengers Al Shahania, while in the late kickoff, in-form Umm Salal face ambitious Al Shamal. Tomorrow promises fireworks as giants Al Sadd meet Al Gharafa, followed by a blockbuster clash between Al Rayyan and Al Duhail. Al Ahli coach Igor Biscan underlined the importance of defensive concentration in knockout football as he targets a place in the semi-finals of Qatar's most prestigious domestic tournament. 'Our team has a good offensive level, but at the same time we are required to focus on our defense because Emir Cup matches require us to approach them differently than we used to in league matches,' Biscan said. 'We must treat every match as if it were a final. We need to double our efforts and give our best against Al Shahania, as cup matches are full of intense rivalry and competition, with each team striving to win and qualify.' Al Shahania coach Jose Murcia stressed calm and confidence ahead of his side's challenge as underdogs. 'We are taking the Amir Cup championship one step at a time,' Murcia said. 'The match requires intense focus because cup matches are very different from league matches, and mistakes are prohibited. 'Our players are aware of the responsibility placed upon them. We are looking forward to winning and reaching the semi-finals—even if the predictions are in Al Ahli's favour. We are not under pressure and must focus on ourselves and perform at our best.' Umm Salal coach Patrice Beaumelle is keeping his players grounded after a run of strong results as they prepare to face Al Shamal at Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium. 'The Al Shamal match is very important for us, and we will approach it calmly and with focus, without any pressure,' the Frenchman said. 'Our victory over Al Wakrah gave the players a huge morale boost, and I'm happy to have achieved four consecutive wins. But every tournament has its own character, and the Emir Cup is a precious tournament. 'We respect Al Shamal a lot—they're a distinguished team. Our focus is on how we perform. We have a good attack, but we need more defensive discipline. Cup matches are full of excitement and enthusiasm, so we have to put in extra effort. Mistakes are prohibited, and our players are fully aware of their responsibility.' Al Shamal coach David Prats, meanwhile, is urging his squad to make history. 'I expect it to be a great match in a very important tournament that is dear to the hearts of all participants,' Prats said. 'This is the first time in Al Shamal's history that we've reached the quarter-finals, and we have a great opportunity to continue writing history by competing for a semi-final aim to enjoy the match without pressure and perform at our best. 'We've already played Umm Salal twice this season, but the Emir Cup is a different competition. We must be extremely focused. We will play with a full squad, and we hope to create a surprise. We are ready to fight and compete strongly to go as far as possible.' Fixtures TuesdaycTypeface:> Al Ahli vs Al Shahania – 17:15, Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium; Umm Salal vs Al Shamal – 20:15, Abdullah Bin Khalifa Stadium Wednesday: Al Gharafa vs Al Sadd – 17:15, Al Thumama Stadium; Al Rayyan vs Al Duhail – 20:15, Jassim Bin Hamad Stadium.
Yahoo
25-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Georgia horse trainer recovering after being kicked in the head
The Brief Lily Biscan, a young Blue Ridge horse trainer, is working to walk again after she was kicked in the head earlier this month. Biscan was airlifted to a Chattanooga hospital after suffering a severe concussion, compressed skull fracture, and busted ear drum. She has since been removed from the Trauma ICU and has started her rehabilitation. BLUE RIDGE, Ga. - A young North Georgia woman is recovering after she was kicked in the head by a horse earlier this month. Lily Biscan, an assistant trainer at DC Stables in Blue Ridge, suffered severe head trauma and was rushed to the hospital on April 16. What we know Biscan was flown to a trauma center in Chattanooga after other employees were barely able to keep her conscious following the terrifying moment. According to Suzy Zarin Shiflet, the creator of the GoFundMe and wife of the stable's owner, said that Biscan suffered a severe concussion, compressed skull fracture, and busted ear drum. On Easter Sunday, Biscan was removed from the Trauma ICU to begin her rehabilitation and therapy. What they're saying On Thursday, Shiflet said that Biscan has been making progress and is able to walk with the help of a walker. "She started rehab therapy, which if you have ever done any therapy, then you know it has good days and some not so good days, but she is working hard," Shiflet wrote. What you can do More than 250 people have donated to a GoFundMe raising money to support Biscan's medical expenses. As of Friday morning, the GoFundMe has raised over $32,000 of its $35,000 goal. You can learn more about Biscan's recovery and donate here. The Source Information for this story was taken from Lily Biscan's GoFundMe organized by Suzy Zarin Shiflet.
Yahoo
24-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Young Georgia equestrian severely injured after getting kicked in the head by horse
A young Georgia woman is recovering after she was kicked in the head by a horse. The incident happened last week at DC Stable LLC in Blue Ridge. Lily Biscan is an assistant trainer at the stables. According to a GoFundMe page for Biscan, she was flown to Erlanger Trauma Center in Chattanooga following the incident. Biscan suffered 'a severe concussion, compressed skull fracture, busted eardrum, and an area with loss of hearing.' TRENDING STORIES: Manhunt underway for man who tried snatching 12-year-old from Hall County bus stop, deputies say Recall alert: 179K child car seats due to issue with seat's headrest North GA man indicted on dozens of counts of using AI to make nude images of kids She was moved out of the ICU on Easter and into a regular room. 'Lily and her family are very grateful to you all for praying and donating. It has eased the stress on how to handle the fast-growing medical expenses and such that come with emergencies,' a post on her GoFundMe page said. By Monday, Biscan was back home and able to walk without a walker with some assistance. 'Thankfully, Lily's mother will be able to stay with her as she will need this for a while,' her GoFundMe page said. So far, people have donated nearly $32,000 of the $35,000 goal set for Biscan.
