Newport City stunned Blaenavon Blues 2-0 in the JD Welsh Cup Round One, advancing in the 140th edition of Wales’s oldest football competition, organized by the Football Association of Wales.
Cristiano Ronaldo scored a stunning bicycle kick in the 96th minute as Al Nassr beat Al Khaleej 4-1 in Riyadh, extending their perfect season to nine wins in nine games in the Saudi Pro League.
Crystal Palace and Sunderland drew 0‑0 at Selhurst Park, with Yeremy Pino missing a golden chance. The point leaves Palace on 6 points and Sunderland with their first away point.
Brazil thrashed South Korea 5‑0 in an October 10 friendly, with teens Estevão and stars Rodrygo and Vinícius scoring. Rankings and upcoming fixtures now in focus.
