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Germany's continued World Cup failures are a result of structural, political and cultural problems in German society, Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro said on Wednesday.Four-time winners Germany were eliminated by minnows Paraguay in the last 32 of the World Cup in June, having crashed out at the group stage of the 2018 and 2022 editions.Having taken over Leverkusen in 2018, Carro helped guide the club to a first Bundesliga title in 2024 alongside lifting the German Cup in the same season.’Germany still have outstanding individual players, but we surely need to look closely at where we are now – it seems like there are fewer players coming through to the top level,’ 61-year-old Carro told AFP.’There needs to be greater investment in youth development, including a better integration of school and sports.’A state of the art, modern infrastructure is a key figure as well… projects that improve these conditions are too often slowed down by bureaucracy and lengthy decision-making.’The issue goes beyond facilities and structures. There is also a cultural dimension,’ the Spaniard added.Carro said Leverkusen have been waiting almost a decade for approval on a new training centre despite scaling the project down from its initial target.’We are still struggling with approvals despite identifying a suitable site,’ he said.’That just illustrates one example of a much broader challenge here in Germany,’ he added.Originally from Barcelona, Carro said World Cup finalists Spain and semi-finalists France and England succeeded due to ‘enormous ambition, resilience and collective strength.”There are always things you can learn from other countries and systems. With Spain, England and France, you have three of the four World Cup semi-finalists literally next door.’These are similarly developed football nations that have invested consistently in modern infrastructure and academies as well as in coaches and player development,’ he added.Germany are set to appoint Jurgen Klopp as coach after Julian Nagelsmann's resignation but Carro said the former Liverpool boss could not solve German football's woes on his own.’Jurgen Klopp has achieved a great deal in his career and deserves respect for that,’ he said.’But, one coach alone cannot solve long term and structural challenges.’The conditions around him are at least as important: a strong and modern youth development concept, state of the art infrastructure, clear performance principles and a willingness to change.’ Source link
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Birla Public School (BPS), Doha, celebrated Qatar National Day and World Arabic Day with a special morning assembly organised by the students of Grade VIII in collaboration with the Department of Arabic and Islamic Studies. The event highlighted the significance of Qatar’s national values, heritage, and vision, and the global importance of the Arabic language. Students delivered presentations, reflections, and messages emphasising unity, faith, and cultural harmony. The parade showcased patriotism, unity and respect for Qatari traditions. Subsequently, students assembled in front of the open stage, where the formal proceedings continued. In his address, principal Dr Anand R Nair emphasised on the importance of Qatar national values, cultural pride, and the role of education in shaping responsible and compassionate global citizens who remain deeply rooted in their national identity. The Arabic and Islamic Studies Department head Hashim welcomed the school leaders for the formal function. He spoke about the history of the land and the transformation Qatar has seen since 1878. The event was further enriched by a variety of student cultural performances, showcasing different aspects of Qatari culture, history, and Arab traditions through music, dance and expressive presentations. The programme was graced by the presence and active support of the senior leadership team, heads of departments, and faculty members, highlighting the collective commitment to promoting cultural appreciation and national awareness within the school community. In addition to the senior students’ programme, a special celebration was organised by the Grade I students at 12noon. The young learners conducted a special assembly and procession, followed by cultural performances.Through songs, simple enactments, and presentations, the students showcased key elements of Qatar’s culture, heritage, and history, adding charm and vibrancy to the celebrations. The celebrations concluded on a proud, joyful and festive note, leaving students with a deeper appreciation of Qatar’s heritage, a stronger connection to the Arabic language, and lasting memories of unity and cultural pride. Source link
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There is no longer famine in Gaza, a global hunger monitor said yesterday, after access for humanitarian and commercial food deliveries improved following a fragile Oct 10 ceasefire in the war. The latest assessment by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification comes four months after it reported that 514,000 people — nearly a quarter of Palestinians in the Gaza Strip — were experiencing famine. The IPC warned yesterday that the situation in the enclave remained critical. “Under a worst-case scenario, which would include renewed hostilities and a halt in humanitarian and commercial inflows, the entire Gaza Strip (would be) at risk of famine through mid-April 2026. This underscores the severe and ongoing humanitarian crisis,” the IPC said in the report. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said that while famine had been pushed back, the gains were “perilously” fragile. “Far more people are able to access the food they need to survive,” he told reporters yesterday, but he added: “Needs are growing faster than aid can get in.” Source link
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola celebrates after the match Action Guardiola dismissed speculation over his future at the club, insisting contract talks are not on the agenda despite rumours he could leave at the end of the season, but added his side were not yet good enough to win the title. While Guardiola’s team, who host lowly West Ham United today, could overtake Arsenal for top spot in the Premier League this weekend, the Spaniard’s job status was the hot topic at his pre-game press conference.“I always get asked this question, so sooner or later I will quit Manchester City,” Guardiola told reporters. “I have 18 months, so I’m so happy with the development of the team. That question is there every single season at some point. Whatever is going to happen will happen. They are not discussions. End of the subject. I will not be here forever. What is going to happen will happen. The club must be prepared but that subject is not on the table right now.” Reports linked Enzo Maresca as a potential successor, although the Chelsea manager dismissed them earlier. When pressed again on whether he will be at City next season, an annoyed Guardiola said: “I answered that question two questions before. I am here. What’s going to happen, who knows? Even if I have 10-year contract or six months, football changes a lot. Now I am focusing on West Ham and then golf after a few days with my dad and that is all.” While second-placed City only trail leaders Arsenal by two points in the table, Guardiola does not believe his team are not yet at the standard needed to win the league title. We have results but a lot of things we have to do better. It helps for the fact that the mentality and commitment are incredible,” he said. “We are not at the level required to win the title.” City are unbeaten in their last six games across all competitions, and the emergence of midfielder Rayan Cherki, who joined the club in June for 34mn pounds ($45.44mn) from Lyon, is one of the reasons why.The 22-year-old rifled home from just outside the box in a 2-0 win over Brentford in the League Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday and had fans roaring with his audacious rabona cross for Phil Foden’s goal against Sunderland earlier this month.Guardiola praised 22-year-old Nico Gonzalez for City’s recent run of form amid injuries to midfielders Rodri and Mateo Kovacic.City’s opponents today West Ham are 18th in the table. Source link
