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Time of India
3 days ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Croatia defeats Gibraltar 7–0 in World Cup qualifiers, closes gap in Group L standings
Croatia dominates Gibraltar with seven-goal performance Croatia delivered a comprehensive 7–0 victory over Gibraltar in a Group L World Cup Qualifier match. The win was marked by six different players finding the net. Mario Pašalić opened the scoring in the 28th minute, followed by Ante Budimir just two minutes later. Franjo Ivanović struck twice in quick succession in the second half (60', 63'), with Ivan Perišić (73') and Andrej Kramarić (77', 79') adding to the tally to seal the result. Croatia recorded 30 total shots, 13 of which were on target. The team maintained 69 per cent possession, completed 488 passes with 88 per cent accuracy, and earned 12 corners. Gibraltar managed only three shots with none on target and one corner. The Croatian defense remained compact, giving up only 236 passes and holding Gibraltar to 31 per cent possession. Also read: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers: Jordan, Uzbekistan make history In disciplinary statistics, Gibraltar committed nine fouls compared to Croatia's 10. Gibraltar also registered two offsides and failed to produce a yellow or red card. Croatia received one yellow card and were caught offside six times. Live Events Group L standings tighten as Croatia gains ground With this result, Croatia moved into third place in Group L with three points from one match and a +7 goal differential. They trail group leaders Czechia, who have nine points from three games and a +7 differential, and second-place Montenegro, who have six points from three matches. Gibraltar remains at the bottom of Group L with zero points from three matches. They have scored just once while conceding 14 goals, leading to a –13 goal differential. Faroe Islands, also winless, sit just above Gibraltar with two losses from two matches and a –2 differential. Also read: What the Trump travel ban means for the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympic Games Croatia's next matches will be pivotal as they aim to overtake Montenegro and Czechia, who have already played more fixtures. The goal-rich performance improves Croatia's qualification outlook and offers a strong platform for upcoming group-stage encounters. Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Paddy Power troll Man United fans with offer to 'escape the season from hell' with a trip abroad - after Red Devils fell to Europa League final defeat by Tottenham
Paddy Power have trolled Man United fans by offering them to 'escape the season from hell' in the wake of their Europa League final defeat on Wednesday night. Ruben Amorim's Red Devils fell to defeat against Tottenham in their clash at the Estadio de San Mames - after Brennan Johnson's scrappy goal in the first-half. It was a disappointing evening for United, who many had expected to triumph over Ange Postecoglou 's struggling Spurs in the showpiece event. The defeat rounded off a dismal campaign for United - though there remains one final league fixture - having failed to win silverware and fallen to 16th in the league table. As a result, United have fallen victim to online trolls and among them are bookmakers Paddy Power who produced a hilarious video offering a trip to the Faroe Islands. In a post on X, Paddy Power wrote: 'Beaten by Spurs, 16th in the table and Liverpool are Champions. Beaten by Spurs, 16th in the table and Liverpool are Champions. Man Utd fans, RT this post for a chance to escape any mention of football this weekend. Prize includes: - All expenses paid trip to remote Faroe Islands - Accommodation with no TV and Internet T&Cs… — Paddy Power (@paddypower) May 22, 2025 Paddy Power have trolled Man United fans by offering them to 'escape the season from hell' 'Man Utd fans, RT this post for a chance to escape any mention of football this weekend. 'Prize includes: All expenses paid trip to remote Faroe Islands. Accommodation with no TV and Internet'. In an accompanying video, the bookmakers showed the journey a Man United fan going to the Faroe Islands in order to escape the hounding of Liverpool supporters. However, in the final scene, the Red Devils fan is greeted by a rival when he arrives at the top of a hill upon the island. A Paddy Power spokesperson said: 'Watching Man United's season unfold has been a tough watch for all the fans, especially with Liverpool's instant success under Arne Slot. 'After seeing their final glimmer of hope disappear last night, we thought it's only right to give someone the chance to get away from it all and forget about football for a while.' One lucky winner will be flown to Trollanes - a rugged outpost in the Faroe Islands. To enter the competition, users must simply like, comment on, or repost any Paddy Power social media post related to the Escape Man Utd video. Paddy Power revealed the conditions of the trip in a recent post onto social media Meanwhile, a glum-looking Man United squad were spotted leaving their Bilbao hotel on Thursday morning following their Europa League final loss the night before. United boss Amorim looked downbeat as he lead his side out of the hotel and wheeled his suitcase alongside him, past fans and photographers. The Portuguese coach did manage to offer a wink at the camera as he walked past. The likes of Mason Mount, Harry Maguire and Andre Onana were also seen leaving the hotel and heading onto the team bus as they mulled over their defeat.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Paddy Power offer Man Utd fans all expenses paid trip to the Faroe Islands following Europa League defeat
PADDY POWER are offering Manchester United fans the ultimate escape. A chance to get as far away as possible from their Old Trafford woes and Liverpool's title celebrations, with an all-expenses-paid trip to the Faroe Islands! 1 Following United's 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final, the bookmaker has launched Escape with Paddy - a competition giving one lucky(ish) United supporter the opportunity to flee one of the most miserable seasons in the club's history. After 37 games, United sit 16th in the Premier League with a club-record 18 defeats, while arch-rivals Liverpool cruised to a record-equalling 20th league title with four matches to spare. The Europa League final in Bilbao had offered a glimmer of redemption, but that too slipped away as Ruben Amorim's side slumped to yet another defeat. With spirits at Old Trafford at an all-time low - cheeky Irish bookmaker Paddy Power have intervened. Paddy's say the winning fan will be whisked away to Trollanes – a windswept village perched on the edge of the Faroe Islands, which is claimed to be more than 500 miles from the nearest Liverpool fan. A Paddy Power spokesperson said: "Watching Manchester United 's season unfold has been a tough watch for all the fans, especially with Liverpool's instant success under Arne Slot. "After seeing their final glimmer of hope disappear last night, we thought it's only right to give someone the chance to get away from it all and forget about football for a while." To enter, fans simply need to like, comment on, or share any Escape Man Utd video post across Paddy Power's social media channels. The competition is open to all new and existing customers in the UK and Ireland with a registered Paddy Power account, aged 18 or over. Remember to gamble responsibly A responsible gambler is someone who: For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to to be excluded from all UK-regulated gambling websites.
Irish Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Times
When the Light Breaks review: Emotionally astute drama is a bonsai miniature of overwhelming grief
When the Light Breaks Director : Rúnar Rúnarsson Cert : 15A Genre : Drama Starring : Elín Hall, Mikael Kaaber, Katla Njálsdóttir, Ágúst Wigum, Gunnar Hrafn Kristjánsson, Baldur Einarsson Running Time : 1 hr 21 mins Una (Elín Hall) and Diddi (Baldur Einarsson) are cool kids and lovers attending art school in Reykjavík, Iceland. He's tall and good-looking; she's an elfin variation on Annie Lennox's androgynous 1980s years. They have dreams. He wants to visit Japan; the well-travelled Una will settle for the Faroe Islands. As day dawns he promises to break up with his long-distance girlfriend and childhood sweetheart, Klara (Katla Njálsdóttir). Except he never gets there. En route he falls victim to a dramatic and fatal tunnel explosion. Icelandic flags are later flown at half-mast, an image that gives the same sorrowful quality that WH Auden's Funeral Blues once brought to Four Weddings and a Funeral. Rúnar Rúnarsson condenses the funeral experience into a single day in this emotionally astute drama, a much-admired contender at Cannes in 2024. Composed of small gestures and unspoken truths, it's a bonsai miniature of the vastness of overwhelming grief. READ MORE A numb, grieving Una watches as various friends and comrades console Klara (Katla Njálsdóttir). They hug the 'official' girlfriend and characterise Diddi and Klara as the perfect couple. More poignantly, the sincere, plain-speaking Klara embraces Una as a sister. Diddi's bandmate and roommate, Gunni (Mikael Kaaber), is aware of Una's predicament but cautions Una not to reveal her clandestine romance. Instead the two bereaved women form an uneasy bond of pain, not exactly shared, but similarly lonely. Hall is a revelation, her blank features signalling multitudes as she tries to get through the day. Her youthful companions rage against suburban motorists, drink shots and dance their way through an unanticipated mourning period. Sophia Olsson's cinematography finds poetry whether she's shooting seedy-looking bars or the majestic Hallgrímskirkja church. The late Jóhann Jóhannsson's mournful score complements the film's elegant restraint. In cinemas from Friday, May 23rd
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Project Update Vestmanna: Commercial Scale Powerplant: Dragon 12 grid connected, producing electricity
GOTHENBURG, Sweden, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Minesto, leading ocean energy developer, continues operation and testing activities in Vestmanna, Faroe Islands. The Dragon 12-megawatt tidal kite 'Luna' is in electricity production, following an upgrade period most prominently including a longer tether. The Dragon 12 'Luna' is installed in Vestmannasund, Faroe Islands, producing electricity to grid with an extended tether configuration. Electricity production combined with a range of study visits from customers and other stakeholders make Vestmanna to the centre of attention for Minesto. "The initial electricity production with the updated tether looks promising and in line with our expectations. We are excited to continue our testing, and satisfactory to keep pushing forward in production mode," said Dr. Martin Edlund, CEO of Minesto. For additional information, please contactCecilia Sernhage, Chief Communications Officer+46 735 23 71 58ir@ This information was brought to you by Cision The following files are available for download: Minesto Dragon 12 installation in Vestmannasund Faroe Islands View original content: SOURCE Minesto AB Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
