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Boston Globe
6 hours ago
- Sport
- Boston Globe
Revolution get another result on the road, but D.C. United made it awfully hard to watch
The Revolution are not among the upper level possession teams, and they struggled against United. But the Revolution are at least trying to get there, and coach Caleb Porter has established an effective way of dealing with high-press defending. Against United, the Revolution took the lead on Ilay Feingold's goal in first-half stoppage time, and were on the verge of victory, Luis Diaz barely missing with a low shot just before the final whistle. But the Revolution were able to pass their way out of most situations against United; and the fact they have established a foundation for doing so means they should improve. Unfortunately, the Revolution do not compete in a dedicated venue with a well-groomed grass field to provide a stage for what has the potential to be a contending team. The Revolution might never win an MLS Cup — they are zero for five in finals — but they should continue to be a team worth watching. Advertisement FEINGOAL!! — New England Revolution (@NERevolution) Advertisement As for United, with Christian Benteke healthy, the team can be dangerous. But one player can only do so much. Benteke led the league in scoring (23 goals) last year, but United failed to make the playoffs. A problem with United's incessant pressing mode is that it will never attract enough top-notch players to make a run at a league title. The team will find that few high-profile performers near their prime will ever completely buy into the philosophy. And, even should United's plans produce victories, how many really good players want to do all that running and destroying? What's the point? Savvy, skilled players are going to want to dictate tempo with the ball, which also allows them to conserve energy. If they are looking long term, it seems obvious that heady, sophisticated, possession-oriented soccer works in their favor in extending careers. Another drawback to all-out pressing is that there is nothing to fall back on if it is not working. Switching off and trying to, say, play a competent possession game after everyone's committed to a wound-up mindset, can be difficult. Advertisement The origin of United's style goes back to coach Troy Lesesne's time with the New York Red Bulls, and their connection to other Red Bull clubs in Europe. But there is no compelling reason to bring that method to the US. First off, there is no relegation in MLS, and there is no real penalty if a team performs poorly. So, if you're not threatened by relegation, why not encourage creativity and aesthetic-pleasing soccer? The US has plenty of hard-charging, physical athletes. What's lacking is guile, subtlety, tactical awareness, an understanding of how to pace the game ― many of the qualities that make soccer worth participating in and watching. After recent World Cups — men's and women's — observers noted the US team faults, and seldom did they mention lack of desire or willingness to run full speed for 90-plus minutes, even if that means chasing after craftier foes. Those traits are also abundant at the club level — there is no sense emphasizing them over all else. 'We knew it would be about direct play, crosses, long throw-ins, and set pieces,' Revolution coach Caleb Porter said. 'When you leave the margin at one, it makes it even tougher. Then, you're obviously in a compacted week where your guys aren't going to be quite as fresh mentally and physically. But it is difficult to deal with, no doubt, and we have to score the second goal.' There were times when United, a mostly anonymous, uninspiring group, threatened. D.C. equalized via Gabriel Pirani in the first minute of second-half added time, snapping a 495-minute league scoreless spell dating to May 3. Meanwhile, the Revolution, who arrived a few hours before kickoff due to a flight delay (mechanical problems), mostly maintained their composure and tried to capitalize on United's over-aggressiveness. Advertisement Watching the contest, though, seemed like a chore. You have to think many spectators just wanted the match to get over — win, lose, or draw. Jogo bonito 🇧🇷 — D.C. United (@dcunited) Frank Dell'Apa can be reached at
South Wales Argus
19 hours ago
- Entertainment
- South Wales Argus
Mersey Beatles set for Newport Riverfront Theatre gig
On Thursday, June 5, the band will perform at the Riverfront Theatre, celebrating the 60th anniversary of the iconic Shea Stadium concert. With a history spanning 25 years, The Mersey Beatles have delighted audiences worldwide, and this show promises to be their biggest UK tour yet. The performance will feature an array of classic hits from 1965, including beloved tracks from the albums Help! and Rubber Soul. Fans can also expect a journey through the psychedelic sounds of Sgt Pepper, a stroll down Abbey Road, and an homage to later masterpieces like Revolution, Get Back, and Hey Jude. Hailing from Liverpool, The Mersey Beatles were the resident tribute band at the famous Cavern Club for a decade, performing over 600 times at the venue where The Beatles first made their mark. (Image: DAVE NELSON) The current lineup includes Mark Bloor as John, Steven Howard as Paul, Craig McGown as George, and Brian Ambrose as Ringo. Looking ahead to the Newport show, Mr Howard said, "We cannot wait to take to the stage at the Riverfront Theatre. "We always have an amazing night in South Wales – the audiences are always up for a good night – so this will be an amazing night." Tickets for The Mersey Beatles at Riverfront Theatre are on sale now, available from the Newport Live website.
Saba Yemen
a day ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Leader of Revolution: Israeli Aggression on Sana'a Airport will not halt our support operations for Palestine
Sana'a - SABA: The Leader of the Revolution, Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, reaffirmed that the Israeli aggression on Sana'a International Airport will not stop Yemen's operations in support of the Palestinian people. He confirmed that the next phase will witness an escalation of operations, making them more effective and impactful against the usurping Zionist entity. In a speech delivered today regarding the ongoing Israeli assault on Gaza and regional and international developments, Sayyed al-Houthi emphasized that the conditions of war in Yemen cannot prevent the country — neither officially nor on the popular level — from fulfilling its sacred duties. He stated: 'Any sacrifices we make for the sake of God are honorable sacrifices. We are in an active and jihadist position, striking the Israeli enemy. We aim to escalate our operations to support the Palestinian people, and our actions in the coming phase will be more effective and influential against the Zionist enemy.' Sayyed al-Houthi pointed out that, unlike other countries like Syria where Israeli strikes go unanswered, Yemen — by the grace of God — has taken a dignified stance by targeting the enemy. He noted that Yemen's position is both active and influential, which is why the Zionist enemy does not ignore it despite being preoccupied with confronting the Palestinian people. He added that the Israeli enemy feels the weight and impact of Yemen's active stance, considering this a great blessing. He also highlighted that over the past 20 months, there have been 2,112,701 popular activities — including demonstrations, rallies, and sit-ins — in support of Palestine. He mentioned that Yemen has shown unprecedented enthusiasm for this cause. Just last Friday alone, 1,060 rallies and marches took place across cities and rural areas. He also touched upon the recent conclusion of summer educational camps, which have made a tangible impact in raising an ideologically, culturally, and religiously rooted generation. Sayyed al-Houthi remarked, 'The enemies' deep annoyance at these summer programs greatly pleases us.' He also emphasized that the effectiveness and growth of Yemen's comprehensive stance is clear evidence of the failure of the American escalation in its second round against Yemen. He called the failure of the American aggression a great success and divine victory for the Yemeni people. He asserted that obedience to God and movement in His cause builds a strong, free, and dignified nation, capable of facing challenges. Responding to God, he said, brings life, power, and honor to the nation. The revolutionary leader cited a statement by the U.S. Vice President acknowledging American failure in Yemen, noting that it signifies a major victory for Yemen. He pointed out that the U.S. has come to accept it can no longer dominate as it once did, realizing that it cannot win the battle in Yemen and is instead getting dragged into a costly and prolonged conflict. Sayyed al-Houthi emphasized that Yemen's stance is a jihad in the path of God, a revival of a great sacred duty, and a contribution to the completion of faith and a shield from disgrace. He declared that the honor of Yemen as a fighting nation is part of its faith, and standing against the Israeli enemy and supporting Palestine means standing with the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family). He questioned those who advocate alternatives to confronting the enemy: 'Do they rely on international resolutions that the Zionists never honor?' He criticized the failure of these resolutions, particularly on Jerusalem, and stressed that the Qur'an warns of the treachery of the Jews. Sayyed al-Houthi described Israel's breach of every agreement with Arabs, while Arab regimes continue to promote peace initiatives that Israel neither values nor respects. He stressed that the only viable path with a clear divine promise is jihad, rooted in responsibility and nation-building. He also addressed Yemen's military role in the battle of the 'Promised Conquest and Sacred Jihad,' stating that Yemen's armed forces launched 14 hypersonic and ballistic missiles and drones targeting Israeli sites in Jaffa, Haifa, Ashkelon, and Umm al-Rashrash (Eilat). He reiterated that the Red Sea remains closed to Israeli-linked vessels, and maritime navigation for the enemy is still blocked from the Red Sea through Bab al-Mandab to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. Sayyed al-Houthi once again called on five Arab and Islamic regimes to stop cooperating with Israel, noting that a large portion of goods delivered to Israel via the Mediterranean are transported by companies linked to these regimes. He criticized their actions as a betrayal of Islam and complicity in genocide in Gaza. He began his speech by highlighting the continuation of Israeli genocide in Gaza for over 600 days, noting that the Palestinian tragedy spans 77 years and should not be reduced to recent events only. He referred to the murder of a Palestinian doctor's nine children as one example of the ongoing horrors. He condemned Israel's deliberate targeting of displaced civilians, especially at night, and the targeting of children as part of its ideology. He described Israel's food aid policies as deceptive, engineered to starve the population, and a mockery of humanitarian principles. He warned that thousands of children face death by starvation and that daily deaths from hunger and malnutrition are taking place. He denounced the Israeli strategy of forcing Palestinians into confined areas for minimal food distributions while preventing the entry of thousands of food trucks. He declared that any international organization supporting Israel's food aid mechanism — including the UN — is complicit in the violation of human rights and international law. He called this starvation policy a crime against humanity and highlighted the continued destruction of Gaza's healthcare system. Sayyed al-Houthi detailed ongoing Israeli crimes in the West Bank, including killings, abductions, land theft, and settler violence. He denounced the burning of Palestinian homes and crops by Israeli settlers and called these actions part of a broader effort to fully occupy Palestinian territories. He described the anniversary of the occupation of Jerusalem as one of the darkest days in Islamic history, urging the Muslim world to reawaken to its responsibilities and understand the threats to its sacred sites. He noted that Israel's goal to destroy Al-Aqsa Mosque is public and that ongoing excavations — 27 tunnels so far — are weakening its foundations, especially under the southern wall. He warned that the site is in danger of collapsing. Sayyed al-Houthi revealed that these excavations began as early as 2005 and were inaugurated six years ago with the participation of a U.S. ambassador. He insisted that the attacks on Al-Aqsa are not in response to 'Operation Al-Aqsa Flood' but part of a long-term Zionist plan to Judaize Jerusalem. He denounced the normalization and apathy of the Muslim world, contrasting their silence with the large-scale Jewish incursions into Al-Aqsa and their rituals aimed at erasing its Islamic identity. He called affection for or allegiance to Zionists a moral and ethical collapse, saying that Zionist Jews have always expressed hostility toward Arabs and Muslims, including chanting 'Death to Arabs' in Al-Aqsa Mosque. He emphasized that the issue is not limited to Israel vs. Iran, as some media portray it, but is a broader Zionist enmity toward all Muslims. He decried the offensive chants of Zionists against the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the Qur'an as part of their ideology and ongoing hostility toward Islamic values. He warned of the dangers of desensitization and urged Muslims not to ignore or normalize the repeated blasphemies against their religion. He also discussed the corrupting effects of the soft war targeting Muslim beliefs, values, and morals to render them submissive to enemies. Sayyed al-Houthi expressed outrage that many in the Muslim world show greater energy in stirring internal strife than in responding to blasphemy against their Prophet. He accused Israel of attempting to erase Islamic history and warned that what is happening in Palestine could be repeated elsewhere. He concluded that the Zionist enemy has plans against all Islamic sanctities — including Mecca and the Prophet's Mosque in Medina — and that ignoring this will only embolden the enemy. He praised Palestinian resilience as the main factor slowing Israel's ambitions. He highlighted the operations by al-Qassam Brigades, al-Quds Brigades, and other factions resisting Israeli incursions and launching retaliatory strikes. He noted that despite the deployment of five Israeli military divisions, the resistance remains strong, and the enemy responds with intensified massacres. He praised the steadfastness of Gaza's fighters against overwhelming military force and affirmed that their model deserves support from the entire Muslim world. He warned that if resistance in Gaza had enough support, the situation would be very different, especially considering the full U.S. backing of Israel, including weapons, funding, political and media support, and even incitement to genocide by U.S. Congress members. He also reflected on the anniversary of Lebanon's Liberation and Resistance Day as a pivotal moment in the Arab-Israeli conflict, and highlighted ongoing Israeli aggression in Syria as a warning that no one is safe from Israeli attacks. Sayyed al-Houthi concluded by urging the Yemeni people to stage mass rallies tomorrow in Sana'a and other provinces in support of the Prophet, Al-Aqsa Mosque, Islamic sanctities, and the Palestinian people. He emphasized that this massive turnout is an act of jihad in the path of God and deserves full mobilization. 'Tomorrow is a day of mobilization and loyalty. I hope the turnout will be vast, great, and mighty.' Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Revolution Leader)
Saba Yemen
a day ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Leader calls on Yemeni People to march in Capital, Sana'a, governorates
Sana'a - Saba: Leader of the Revolution Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi on Thursday called on the Yemeni people to march in the capital Sana'a, Sana'a, and the governorates tomorrow in support of the Messenger of God and loyalty to him, in support of al-Aqsa Mosque and Islamic sanctities, and in support of the Palestinian people. In his speech, the Leader explained that tomorrow's million-man march is of great importance, and that it is a jihad in the path of God that deserves a widespread mobilization and a great demonstration. He said, "Tomorrow is a day of mobilization and loyalty. I hope the demonstration will be widespread, great, and significant." He added, "Last week, our people took to the streets on Friday in 1,060 marches and demonstrations in cities and rural areas, in a very large popular demonstration." The Leader of the Revolution stated that the Yemeni people's stance in supporting the Palestinian people, their cause, and Gaza is a jihad in the path of God and a revival of this great and sacred duty, which is a great honor and virtue. He pointed out that the Yemeni people's jihad is a fulfillment of the duty of completing the religion and protecting themselves from shame. He added, "Our dignity as a fighting people is part of our faith; indeed, it is the fruit of our faith. The stance against the Israeli enemy and the support of Palestine means that we stand with the Qur'an and the Messenger, may God's prayers and peace be upon him and his family." Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Saba Yemen
2 days ago
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Leader of Revolution: We seek stronger stand in support of Palestine amid unprecedented suffering
Sana'a – SABA: The Leader of the Revolution, Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, affirmed that the Israeli aggression targeting Sana'a International Airport is part of a broader attempt to pressure the Yemeni people for their unwavering stance in supporting the oppressed Palestinian people. At the start of his lecture delivered this afternoon—part of his ongoing Quranic lecture series—Sayyed al-Houthi emphasized that the Israeli enemy seeks to isolate the Palestinian people, hoping for no reaction from any Muslim nation. He noted that after the failure of U.S. aggression, the Israeli entity remains in a weakened state and is now attempting to restore deterrence through repeated attacks on civilian infrastructure in Yemen. Sayyed al-Houthi stressed that no matter the scale or repetition of Israeli attacks, it will not change Yemen's religious and principled stance in supporting the dear people of Palestine. He remarked, 'One of the objectives of the Israeli strike on Sana'a Airport may be to hinder the transport of pilgrims, but, God willing, they will fail.' He added that the rebuilding of Sana'a Airport will continue at the level necessary to keep it operational. 'We are striving for a stronger position alongside the Palestinian people, who are enduring an unprecedented level of suffering,' he stated, noting that the ongoing atrocities by the Israeli enemy place a greater responsibility on the Islamic Ummah. He emphasized that the continued genocide of Palestinians compels the Yemeni people to escalate their military operations against the Israeli enemy, based on faith, ethics, and humanity. The suffering of the Palestinian people, he said, is now greater than ever before, both in terms of the impact of the severe siege and starvation and the accumulation of Israeli war crimes. He concluded by reaffirming that the escalation in Gaza motivates further efforts to intensify operations by the Yemeni armed forces and all related activities. Sayyed al-Houthi also extended heartfelt congratulations to the Islamic Ummah and the honorable Yemeni people on the arrival of the blessed month of Dhul-Hijjah. Facebook Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
