Scottish International Adams Scores Long-Range Stunner in Serie A Win for Torino

Torino's Che Adams (18) celebrates after scoring during the Serie A soccer match between Empoli and Torino at the Castellani stadium, Italy, Friday Dec. 13, 2024. (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)
Torino's Che Adams (18) celebrates after scoring during the Serie A soccer match between Empoli and Torino at the Castellani stadium, Italy, Friday Dec. 13, 2024. (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)
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Scottish International Adams Scores Long-Range Stunner in Serie A Win for Torino

Torino's Che Adams (18) celebrates after scoring during the Serie A soccer match between Empoli and Torino at the Castellani stadium, Italy, Friday Dec. 13, 2024. (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)
Torino's Che Adams (18) celebrates after scoring during the Serie A soccer match between Empoli and Torino at the Castellani stadium, Italy, Friday Dec. 13, 2024. (Massimo Paolone/LaPresse via AP)

Scotland international Che Adams scored from almost the halfway line as Torino ended a run of poor form to win at Empoli 1-0 in Serie A on Friday.

Adams replaced Antonio Sanabria in the 64th minute and made his mark almost immediately. With 70 gone, he spotted the Empoli goalkeeper off his line and lobbed the ball over his head from inside the center circle.

The goal ended his personal eight-game drought in spectacular fashion, and will ease pressure on coach Paolo Vanoli.

The Turin club was unbeaten in its first five league games and topped the table for a time. But it has won only one of 10 games since, back in late October.

Friday’s win lifted Torino into 12th place, two places and three points behind Empoli.



Renard Confirms Saudi National Team's Readiness for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup

The Saudi team is set to face Bahrain on Sunday - SPA
The Saudi team is set to face Bahrain on Sunday - SPA
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Renard Confirms Saudi National Team's Readiness for the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup

The Saudi team is set to face Bahrain on Sunday - SPA
The Saudi team is set to face Bahrain on Sunday - SPA

French coach Hervé Renard has confirmed the Saudi national football team's readiness to compete in the 26th Arabian Gulf Cup in Kuwait, from 21 December 2024 to 3 January 2025, and stressed that the team aims to achieve great results, rather than merely gain experience.
Renard also said the tournament is a valuable opportunity to enhance the players' technical and physical capabilities, SPA reported.
Speaking at a press conference, Renard said: "We are here to participate effectively and win. This tournament provides a great platform to work with the players and prepare them for future competitions."
Regarding the team's condition, Renard said that player Hassan Tambakti is ready for action, while Salem Al-Dawsari is "working on regaining full fitness".

He commended Al-Dawsari for his dedication to speeding up his recovery. Meanwhile, Firas Al-Brikan is dealing with an injury, and his availability will depend on further evaluations, said Renard.
Acknowledging the challenges ahead, Renard said: "I accepted this challenge because I believe in the players' capabilities. We must work with team spirit and focus on improvement in the coming period."
As far as the team's opening match against Bahrain is concerned, Renard said: "We are preparing for a tough game. The preparation period was crucial, and our focus now is on delivering a strong performance."
The Saudi team is set to face Bahrain on Sunday in what promises to be an exciting start to their Gulf Cup matches. Both teams are eager to make a strong impression in their opening match.