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USA Today
15-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Wisconsin basketball freshman forward guides Lithuania to win at EuroBasket U20 tournament
Wisconsin basketball freshman forward Aleksas Bieliauskas starred for Lithuania at the FIBA U20 EuroBasket tournament on Sunday. Bieliauskas, who officially signed with the Badgers on May 8, dropped 15 points, snared eight rebounds and logged a steal in Lithuania's 106-66 victory over Romania in group play on Sunday. The 6-foot-9 forward shot 6-of-7 from the field and 2-of-3 from the charity stripe as the second-leading scorer on the team. The future Badger also accounted for 10 points and a team-best 11 rebounds in his country's opening contest of the circuit against Greece. That preceded tallies of six points, eight rebounds and three steals in an 82-79 defeat at the hands of Czechia on Monday. Through three group stage games, he's averaged 10.3 points and a team-leading nine rebounds off 52.6% from the floor. Hailing from Kaunas, Lithuania, Bieliauskas boasts previous FIBA experience. In the 2023 U-18 European Championships, he averaged 8.6 points and 6.1 rebounds off 46.3% in seven appearances. During the 2022 U17 World Cup, he was responsible for 8.6 points (48.3% FG) and 9.6 rebounds per game. Against a United States squad rostering future NBA players Cooper Flagg, Jeremiah Fears Jr. and Ronald Holland, Bieliauskas even showed out with eight points and 11 rebounds in the semifinals. Outside of FIBA play, Bieliauskas last played for Zalgiris II in the Lithuanian NKL. In 45 contests, the newly-signed Badger averaged 12.1 points and 6.8 rebounds per match off a blistering 39.3 percent clip from beyond the arc. Bieliauskas is one of two international signees in Wisconsin's class of 2025, alongside New Zealand guard Hayden Jones. Jones just competed in the 2025 FIBA U19 World Cup alongside future Badger Jackson Ball (class of 2026). Like Jones, Bieliauskas' two-way ability and willingness to stretch the floor make him a unique talent with rotational upside for UW as he progresses in the United States. Bieliauskas projects to suit up alongside forward Elijah Gray, transfer guard Braeden Carrington and returning guard Jack Janicki on the bench this coming season. UW begins that journey with an exhibition against Oklahoma in late October in Milwaukee. Contact/Follow @TheBadgersWire on X (formerly Twitter) and like our page on Facebook to follow ongoing coverage of Wisconsin Badgers news, notes and opinion
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Big name, big talent? Argentina call up Gladbach starlet
Can Armando Güner is just 17 years old and is already shining in the youth teams of Borussia Mönchengladbach. His team became champions of the U17 Bundesliga, and Güner—a left winger who can play on both flanks—was named the best player. Advertisement He has also already been called up to the German U15, U16, and U17 national teams. But now the Argentine national team also wants to court the young talent: U17 coach Diego Placente has included the young player—whose first name holds special significance for the Argentine public—in the current squad that will prepare for the upcoming U17 World Cup in Qatar this November. Argentine through his grandmother Armando Güner has an Argentine grandmother, which allowed him to obtain Argentine citizenship and thus be eligible to play for the 'Albiceleste'—the national team once defended by his famous namesake Diego Armando. Advertisement His mother is of German-Argentine descent, his father, Adalet Güner, is Turkish and the sporting director of fourth-division club KFC Uerdingen. Can Armando was also born in Krefeld in 2008. Thanks to his father, Can Armando is also eligible to play for the Turkish national team—so the young player has several options. According to current FIFA regulations, a player may play for the national team of his choice, provided there is verifiable ancestry and he has not played a competitive match for another nation after the age of 21. So Armando Güner still has a few years to make a final decision. In the U17 team of Borussia Mönchengladbach, Can Armando Güner played 44 matches, scored 26 goals, and provided 11 assists. In the current season, in which he is already playing for the club's U19 team, he has scored twice in four matches. Advertisement For now, the young player will travel to Buenos Aires to train with the Argentine U17 national team at the training center in Ezeiza—with the goal of securing a permanent spot in the squad for the World Cup. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇩🇪 here. 📸 Neil Baynes - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Who is Can Armando Güner, the German called up by Argentina U17?
Who is Can Armando Güner, the German called up by Argentina U17? Can Armando Güner is 17 years old and shines in the youth divisions of Borussia Mönchengladbach. His team was crowned champion of the U-17 Bundesliga, and Güner, a left winger who can play on both flanks, was named the best player of the tournament. Advertisement Additionally, he has already been called up by the German National Team in the U-15, U-16, and U-17 categories. However, the Argentine National Team aims to compete for the young talent against the Germans: the U-17 coach, Diego Placente, included the young player—whose first name has notable connotations for the Argentine public—in the latest call-up, with an eye on the upcoming World Cup of the category, which will take place in Qatar starting in November. Argentinian by Grandmother Armando Güner has an Argentine grandmother, which allowed him to obtain this nationality and be eligible for the Albiceleste, famously defended by his namesake Diego Armando. Advertisement His mother is German-Argentinian, and his father, Adalet Güner, is a Turk who serves as the sporting director of the fourth division German club KFC Uerdingen, a club in the city of Krefeld, where Can Armando was born in 2008. Thanks to his father, Can Armando is also eligible for the Turkish national team, so the young player will have options. It is worth noting that under current FIFA regulations, a player can be called up for the national team of their choice, as long as they have verifiable ancestry with that nation and have not played official matches with another national team after turning 21. Armando Güner still has some years to make a definitive decision. In the U-17 of Borussia Mönchengladbach, Can Armando Güner completed 44 matches with 26 goals and 11 assists. In the current season, now playing in the club's U-19 category, he has scored two goals in four matches. Advertisement For now, the young player will travel to Buenos Aires to train in Ezeiza with the Argentine U-17 National Team, to secure a definitive spot on the list of players who will represent the Albiceleste in the world event. This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here.
CAF
07-07-2025
- Sport
- CAF
Ghoutia Karchouni, a green heart and controlled game
Against Botswana, Servette FC's new midfielder gave Algeria their first victory 1-0 at the ongoing TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON 2024 in Morocco. A tight shot, a restrained celebration, a clear symbol. brings an insight on Karchouni – the maestro. She stepped forward without unnecessary gestures. Control, raised gaze, sharp shot. The ball flew, skimmed the pitch, and ended up in the back of the Botswana net. On the pitch at the Père Jégo stadium in Casablanca, Ghoutia Karchouni had just scored the only goal of the match. This was an important goal, but above all, a goal that says it all. Everything about her return to her roots, everything about her desire to write a new chapter in green and white, at 29 years old. From the Rhône to Serie A, the Meaning of Progress Born on May 29, 1995 in Lyon, Karchouni grew up in Pusignan, east of Lyon, where she kicked her first ball. Scouts quickly saw her talent. Olympique Lyonnais opened their doors to her, before she joined Paris Saint-Germain, where she made her professional debut in 2013, at just 18 years old. In the French capital, the competition was fierce. She learned, adapted, and accepted the challenges that came with the territory. Then she attempted a breakaway to the NWSL, with the Boston Breakers. The trip was brief, the experience was intense. She returned to France and straight to Bordeaux. For four seasons, she became the discreet but indispensable metronome of the Girondins. Clean play, intelligent coverage and reliable game reading. In 2021, she went to Italy. Inter Milan wanted her, and she won. In Serie A Women, she refined her skills. In the end, she played 47 matches and scored 12 goals before settling in May at Servette FC in Switzerland. Green as a given The story could have remained French. But when it came to the time to relaunch her international adventure, Karchouni listened to her instincts. Algeria called her, and she answered. The green jersey became a natural extension of her roots. And from her first start, she scored. Like a sign. Her goal, against Botswana, was worth three points and more: proof that this player, beyond her resume, can change a match. In the 10th minute, in a tight match, she found the net. A shot from outside the box, firm and surgical. And then the simple celebration. Clenching her fist, looking towards the bench. Like a promise: to lead, quietly, but with faith. "Representing Algeria is very emotional," she says. 'I'm proud of my roots and I want to help this team develop, grow, and aim higher." A Voice for Others Her experience, her serenity, and her rich career spanning several continents makes her a role model for the current and new generations. And many are watching her. They see in her what Algerian women's football wants to become: organized, rigorous and demanding. From OL to Inter, via PSG, Boston, and Bordeaux, she is experienced it all. Titles at the youth level (U17 World Cup in 2012, U19 European Cup in 2013), years of building, and doubts too. And she is remembered it all. Today, at 29, Karchouni is the benchmark. One of those players who do not make waves, but without whom nothing holds. And in this TotalEnergies CAF WAFCON 2024, Algeria know that they can count on her.
The Irish Sun
28-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Colin O'Brien warns of club v country showdown ahead of Ireland's U17 World Cup campaign
COLIN O'BRIEN confirmed the World Cup has the potential for a club versus country row - but argued that there is no greater stage for Ireland's rising stars. The Ireland Under-17 manager yesterday named his squad for three friendlies in Croatia next week that begin preparations for 2 Republic of Ireland manager Colin O'Brien reckons a club v country row could ensue ahead of the U17 World Cup 2 Republic of Ireland manager Colin O'Brien and his side travel to Qatar in November Ireland know they will face But the Boys in Green's first World Cup appearance at Under-17 level has the potential for issues with clubs, as the squad will get together on October 27. That is a few days before the League of Ireland Premier Division finale on November 1, and FAI Cup final on November 8, with the promotion relegation play-off also that week. And with the likes of Shamrock Rovers' Michael Noonan, Galway's Cillian Tollett, and Finn Harps Josh Cullen all in first team action, the Ireland gaffer admitted talks will be needed. Read more on football He said: 'There is not a FIFA window at that time. It's one we've got to manage and just watch as time unfolds over the summer. 'Certain teams might have leagues wrapped up, might be in or out of cups. It's something I'm very aware of and I will be in communication with clubs. 'At the end of the day, the players are contracted to the clubs. But we'll want our best players for the World Cup. 'Hopefully when you're asking me that question in late September, early October, we have more clarity on it. Most read in Football 'There will be a time when we'll have to talk about it, but right now, we've got to let the players get on and the club's get on with making their mark in Europe and in the country.' Clubs are not obliged not release players as it is not in a FIFA window though O'Brien is arranging all warm-up fixtures on official international dates. 'You can't make this up' - Irish fans in stitches at Ruesha Littlejohn's playful prank upon Katie McCabe's camp arrival And he stressed that it is not a League of Ireland-only issue, as players around Europe - like Rory Finneran at Newcastle United and Jaden Umeh at Benfica - are playing at a higher age group for their clubs at the moment. But he stressed that the World Cup is a great platform for an exciting crop of players who have come through the hardest route to reach Qatar. He said: 'The World Cup, you want your best players, what an opportunity to showcase individuals from our clubs in this country as well. 'For me you won't get a better stage for young players. It's historic. For us to get there, it's the hardest Confederation and toughest Confederation to get out of. 'We started out in the tournament, there were 54 countries, that then goes into a second phase of 28…we got to there. 'Then out of 28, the Under-17 Euros…only seven teams qualified. We would have qualified if this was last year, because we finished second (at it was a 16-team tournament). 'What they did then is they gave 11 places for the World Cup. there were seven groups going on in March but only four countries qualified from the other seven. 'Spain haven't qualified for this (or) the Netherlands….we have. We're doing something right. 'This is my eighth year and this will be our fifth major competition for this age group. We've been to four European finals and this will be our first World Cup. 'It can inspire, it can showcase the talent we have, for me the big one as well, it's the generation that are coming underneath the 17s group.' O'Brien also acknowledged the profile on his team could help put more political focus on funding football. He added: 'I think the Government could look at the World Cup, absolutely, but whether it's the World Cup or not, we have to secure funding. It has to be secured to progress basically. 'We're up against it. We are competitive, but if we want to keep in those competitive layers, we have to secure funding. 'I'll always say this, it's not the Tier one countries I'd be comparing ourselves to, the Portugals, the Spains, they're just all on a different level completely and have been right through their history. 'I'm talking now about the Eastern Bloc countries. I'm talking about Tier three countries, Scandinavian countries. 'They are all developing and accelerating their resources and developments every year. For us to be in that mix, we really have to secure the funding.' Squad: Moloney (Southampton), A Noonan (Shamrock Rovers), Butler (Wexford), Cullen (Finn Harps), Gabbidon (Malmo), Kovalevskis (Shamrock Rovers), Leonard (Dundalk), McDonagh (Venezia), Spaight (Dundalk), Sherlock (Hoffenheim), Finneran (Newcastle United), McAteer (Finn Harps), McMahon-Brown (Burnley), Ozhianvuna (Shamrock Rovers), Akinrintoyo (Shamrock Rovers), Hayes (St Patrick's Athletic), Lee (Shamrock Rovers), M Noonan (Shamrock Rovers), Tollett (Galway United), Umeh (Benfica).
