ATLANTA (AP) — President Joe Biden's administration announced Tuesday that the U.S. Department of Energy will make a $6.6 billion loan to Rivian Automotive to build a factory in Georgia that had stalled as the startup electric vehicle maker struggled to become profitable. It's unclear whether the administration can complete the loan before Donald Trump becomes president again in less than two months, or whether the Trump administration might try to claw the money back. Trump previously vowed to end federal electric vehicle tax credits , which are worth up to $7,500 for new zero-emission vehicles and $4,000 for used ones. Rivian made a splash when it went public and began producing large electric R1 SUVs, pickup trucks and delivery vans at a former Mitsubishi factory in Normal, Illinois, in 2021. Months later, the California-based company announced it would build a second, larger, $5 billion plant about 40 miles (64 kilometers) east of Atlanta, near the town of Social Circle. The R1 vehicles cost $70,000 or more. The company plans to produce R2 vehicles, a smaller SUV, in Georgia with lower price tags aimed at a mass market. The first phase of Rivian’s Georgia factory is projected to make 200,000 vehicles a year, with a second phase capable of another 200,000 a year. Eventually, the plant is projected to employ 7,500 workers. But Rivian was unable to meet production and sales targets and rapidly burned through cash. In March, the company said it would pause construction of the Georgia plant. The company said it would begin assembling its R2 SUV in Illinois instead. CEO RJ Scaringe said the move would allow Rivian to start selling the R2 sooner and save $2.25 billion in capital spending. Since then, German automaker Volkswagen AG said in June it would invest $5 billion in Rivian in a joint venture in which Rivian would share software and electrical technology with Volkswagen. The money eased Rivian's cash crunch. Tuesday's announcement throws a lifeline to Rivian's grander plans. The company said its plans to make the R2 and the smaller R3 in Georgia are back on and that production will begin in 2028. “This loan would enable Rivian to more aggressively scale our U.S. manufacturing footprint for our competitively priced R2 and R3 vehicles that emphasize both capability and affordability,” Scaringe said in a statement. The Energy Department said the loan would substantially boost electric vehicles made in the United States and support Biden’s goal of having zero-emission vehicles make up half of all new U.S. sales by 2030. “As one of a few American EV startups with light duty vehicles already on the road, Rivian’s Georgia facility will allow the company to reach production volumes that make its products more cost competitive and accelerate access to international markets,” the department said in a statement. The loan includes $6 billion, plus $600 million in interest that will be rolled into the principal. The money would come from the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program, which provides low-interest loans to make fuel-efficient vehicles and components. The program has focused mostly on loans to new battery factories for electric vehicles under Biden, but earlier helped finance initial production of the Tesla Model S and Nissan Leaf, two pioneering electric vehicles. The loan program, created in 2007, requires a "reasonable prospect of repayment" of the loan. Under Biden, the program has announced deals totaling $33.3 billion, including $9.2 billion for massive battery plants in Tennessee and Kentucky for Ford’s electric vehicles. Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff , who has been a vocal supporter of electric vehicle and solar manufacturing in Georgia, hailed Tuesday's announcement as “yet another historic federal investment in Georgia electric vehicle manufacturing.” Ossoff had asked Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm to support the loan in July. “Our federal manufacturing incentives are driving economic development across the state of Georgia,” Ossoff said in a statement. Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp says his goal is to make Georgia a center of the electric vehicle industry. But the Republican has had a strained relationship with the Biden administration over its industrial policy, even as some studies have found Georgia has netted more electric vehicle investment than any other state. Kemp has long claimed that manufacturers were picking Georgia before Biden's signature climate law, the Inflation Reduction Act, was passed. Efforts to bring Rivian to Georgia predated the Biden administration and "our shared vision to bring opportunity to Georgia will remain no matter who resides in the White House or what party controls Congress,” Kemp spokesperson Garrison Douglas said Tuesday. The loan to Rivian could rescue one of the Kemp administration's signature economic development projects even as Biden leaves office. That could put Rivian and Kemp in the position of defending the loan if Trump tries to quash it. State and local governments offered Rivian an incentive package worth an estimated $1.5 billion in 2022. Neighbors opposed to development of the Georgia site mounted legal challenges. State and local governments spent around $125 million to buy and prepare the nearly 2,000-acre (810-hectare) site. The state also has completed most of $50 million in roadwork that it pledged. The pause at Rivian contrasts with rapid construction at Hyundai Motor Group’s $7.6 billion electric vehicle and battery complex near Savannah. The Korean automaker said in October that it had begun production in Ellabell, where it plans to eventually employ 8,500. Associated Press writer Matthew Daly in Washington contributed to this story.
LSU outlasts UCF 109-102 in triple-OT affairOhtani was a unanimous MVP for the third time, receiving all 30 first-place votes and 420 points in voting by the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor was second with 263 points and Arizona second baseman Ketel Marte third with 229. Judge was a unanimous pick for the first time. Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. got all 30 second-place votes for 270 points, and Yankees outfielder Juan Soto was third with 21 third-place votes and 229 points. Ohtani was unanimously voted the AL MVP in 2021 and 2023 as a two-way star for the Los Angeles Angels and finished second to Judge in 2022 voting . He didn’t pitch in 2024 following elbow surgery and signed a record $700 million, 10-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers last December. Ohtani joined Frank Robinson for Cincinnati in 1961 and Baltimore in 1966 as the only players to win the MVP award in both leagues. He was the first player to twice become an unanimous MVP. He had combined with Atlanta outfielder Ronald Acuña Jr. in 2023 for the first year both MVPs were unanimous. Ohtani hit .310, stole 59 bases and led the NL with 54 homers and 130 RBIs exclusively as a designated hitter, becoming the first player with 50 or more homers and 50 or more stolen bases in a season. He helped the Dodgers to the World Series title , playing the final three games with a torn labrum in his left shoulder . “The ultimate goal from the beginning was to win a World Series, which we are able to accomplish,” he said through a translator. “The next goal is for me to do it again and so right now I’m in the middle of rehab and working out and getting stronger.” When Ohtani returns to the mound, could he win MVP and the Cy Young Award in the same year? “That would obviously be great, but right now my focus is just to get to get back healthy, come back stronger, get back on the mound and show everybody what I can do,” Ohtani said. Ohtani became the first primary DH to win an MVP in a season that started with the revelation his longtime interpreter and friend, Ippei Mizuhara, had stolen nearly $17 million from the star to fund gambling. Ohtani is the 12th player with three or more MVPs, joining Barry Bonds (seven) and Jimmie Foxx, Joe DiMaggio, Stan Musial, Roy Campanella, Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, Mike Schmidt, Alex Rodriguez, Albert Pujols and Mike Trout (three each). Balloting was conducted before the postseason. Judge led the major leagues with 58 homers, 144 RBIs and 133 walks while hitting .322. Witt topped the big leagues with a .332 average, hitting 32 homers with 31 stolen bases and 109 RBIs. Soto batted .288 with 41 homers and 109 RBIs. When Judge won his first MVP award in 2022, he received 28 first-place votes while Ohtani got the other two. Judge had discussed the MVP award with Philadelphia’s Bryce Harper, the NL winner in 2015 and ’21. “I was telling him, `Man, I’m going to try to catch up to you with these MVPs here, man,’” Judge recalled. “He’d say, hopefully, he could stay a couple ahead of me, which I think he’ll do.” When Judge won his first MVP award in 2022, he received 28 first-place votes while Ohtani got the other two. He is the Yankees' 22nd MVP winner, four more than any other team. Judge was hitting .207 with six homers and 18 RBIs through April, then batted .352 with 52 homers and 126 RBIs in 127 games. “March and April were not my friend this year.” Judge said. “Just keep putting in the work and things are going to change. You can’t mope. You can’t feel sorry for yourself. Especially in New York, nobody’s going to feel sorry for you. So you just got to go out there and put up the numbers?”NoneNone
Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Blackstone. Our analysis of options history for Blackstone BX revealed 13 unusual trades. Delving into the details, we found 30% of traders were bullish, while 53% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 3 were puts, with a value of $156,403, and 10 were calls, valued at $566,486. Predicted Price Range Analyzing the Volume and Open Interest in these contracts, it seems that the big players have been eyeing a price window from $135.0 to $230.0 for Blackstone during the past quarter. Insights into Volume & Open Interest Examining the volume and open interest provides crucial insights into stock research. This information is key in gauging liquidity and interest levels for Blackstone's options at certain strike prices. Below, we present a snapshot of the trends in volume and open interest for calls and puts across Blackstone's significant trades, within a strike price range of $135.0 to $230.0, over the past month. Blackstone 30-Day Option Volume & Interest Snapshot Noteworthy Options Activity: Symbol PUT/CALL Trade Type Sentiment Exp. Date Ask Bid Price Strike Price Total Trade Price Open Interest Volume BX CALL SWEEP BULLISH 01/17/25 $19.65 $18.8 $19.49 $175.00 $119.4K 2.4K 61 BX CALL TRADE NEUTRAL 01/17/25 $44.8 $42.4 $43.5 $150.00 $82.6K 2.8K 20 BX CALL SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $42.2 $41.2 $41.2 $165.00 $82.4K 314 0 BX CALL SWEEP BEARISH 12/20/24 $58.2 $56.9 $56.9 $135.00 $79.6K 334 14 BX PUT SWEEP BEARISH 01/16/26 $14.0 $13.5 $14.0 $170.00 $56.0K 139 40 About Blackstone Blackstone is the world's largest alternative-asset manager with $1.108 trillion in total asset under management, including $820.5 billion in fee-earning assets under management, at the end of September 2024. The company has four core business segments: private equity (25% of fee-earning AUM and 30% of base management fees), real estate (35% and 39%), credit and insurance (31% and 24%), and multi-asset investing (9% and 7%). While the firm primarily serves institutional investors (87% of AUM), it also caters to clients in the high-net-worth channel (13%). Blackstone operates through 25 offices in the Americas (8), Europe and the Middle East (9), and the Asia-Pacific region (8). Having examined the options trading patterns of Blackstone, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance Present Market Standing of Blackstone With a trading volume of 970,996, the price of BX is down by -0.93%, reaching $191.33. Current RSI values indicate that the stock is may be approaching overbought. Next earnings report is scheduled for 58 days from now. Professional Analyst Ratings for Blackstone A total of 1 professional analysts have given their take on this stock in the last 30 days, setting an average price target of $182.0. Unusual Options Activity Detected: Smart Money on the Move Benzinga Edge's Unusual Options board spots potential market movers before they happen. See what positions big money is taking on your favorite stocks. Click here for access .* Maintaining their stance, an analyst from Deutsche Bank continues to hold a Buy rating for Blackstone, targeting a price of $182. Trading options involves greater risks but also offers the potential for higher profits. Savvy traders mitigate these risks through ongoing education, strategic trade adjustments, utilizing various indicators, and staying attuned to market dynamics. Keep up with the latest options trades for Blackstone with Benzinga Pro for real-time alerts. © 2024 Benzinga.com. Benzinga does not provide investment advice. All rights reserved.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed scrolling through endless product listings or frustrated by recommendations that miss the mark? Whether you’re searching for your next favorite book or the perfect gift, the process often feels more like a chore than an enjoyable experience. Perplexity’s new shop feature transforms by combining personalized recommendations with seamless shopping. This innovative AI-powered platform aims to make the journey from search to checkout simpler and more intuitive. For independent authors and small businesses, it provides exciting opportunities to connect with audiences in organic and authentic ways. Of course, adopting new technology can bring challenges. Trusting AI for or navigating digital products or well known brand goods might feel unfamiliar to many. Yet the potential is undeniable. Imagine a platform that understands your preferences and helps you discover hidden products you didn’t even know you were looking for—all without the clutter of ads or irrelevant suggestions. Perplexity’s shop AI feature offers a streamlined, ad-free experience that transforms how we shop online, benefiting both creators, manufacturers and consumers alike. Currently available to Pro users, Perplexity’s shop feature integrates product discovery, personalized recommendations, and purchasing into a single platform. By using advanced AI, it delivers tailored suggestions and nuanced product connections. It is particularly helpful for independent authors, small businesses, and consumers seeking an intuitive and efficient shopping experience. Through these innovations, Perplexity positions itself as a forward-thinking leader in the competitive online commerce space. 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The shop feature simplifies the shopping process by allowing you to search for and purchase products directly within the platform, eliminating the need to navigate multiple websites. Through partnerships with major retailers like Walmart and Target, Perplexity ensures access to a , catering to diverse consumer needs. Pro users enjoy additional benefits, such as free shipping, which enhances the overall convenience of the experience. Unlike traditional e-commerce platforms that rely heavily on paid advertisements, Perplexity’s AI-driven approach prioritizes , offering recommendations based on your preferences rather than promotional content. This creates a more authentic and user-focused shopping journey. For independent authors, Perplexity’s shop feature provides a unique opportunity to gain visibility in an increasingly crowded marketplace. The platform’s AI recommends books based on with popular titles, helping your work reach readers who share an interest in similar genres or themes. Unlike ad-heavy platforms such as Amazon, Perplexity fosters trust in its recommendations by emphasizing organic discoverability. This approach levels the playing field, allowing indie authors to connect with genuinely interested readers without the need for costly advertising campaigns. By using this feature, independent authors can expand their reach and build a loyal audience. Discover other guides from our vast content that could be of interest on Perplexity. Perplexity’s integration with Shopify extends its value to small businesses, offering tools to optimize products for AI-driven searches. Through its merchant program, you can ensure your products appear in , increasing visibility and sales potential. Early adopters of this technology stand to gain a significant competitive edge, much like businesses that embraced SEO during the early days of Google Search. By using Perplexity’s tools, small businesses can position themselves ahead of the curve in the rapidly evolving market for AI-driven product discovery. This proactive approach can help businesses thrive in an increasingly digital marketplace. What sets Perplexity apart from traditional search engines is its ability to make between products and user preferences. While traditional algorithms often rely on keywords, Perplexity’s AI analyzes broader patterns and contextual data to deliver more accurate and personalized results. For example, if you’re searching for a book, the AI might recommend titles that align with your reading history, preferred genres, or even thematic interests. This creates a more intuitive and satisfying shopping experience, tailored specifically to your needs. By focusing on personalization, Perplexity enhances the overall value of its platform for users. Despite its potential, the shop feature faces challenges, particularly in handling digital products like eBooks. Complexities around , licensing, and rights management remain unresolved, limiting the platform’s ability to fully support digital content. For authors and sellers of digital goods, these challenges could hinder broader adoption. Additionally, trust in AI recommendations for complex or high-value purchases, such as flights or expensive electronics, is still developing. Addressing these issues will be crucial for Perplexity to unlock its full potential and expand its reach in the digital marketplace. As AI-powered platforms like Perplexity continue to evolve, the importance of discoverability for authors and sellers will only grow. Licensing books and other content for AI training could further enhance visibility, making sure your products are accurately represented and recommended. The broader implications of AI on industry trends are significant, positioning Perplexity as a leader in this space. By staying informed and adapting to these advancements, you can remain competitive in a rapidly changing market. The shop feature represents a step forward in how consumers interact with e-commerce platforms, offering a glimpse into the future of online shopping. While Perplexity’s shop feature is still in its early stages, its potential to transform e-commerce and product discovery is evident. As the technology matures, you should monitor its developments and adjust your strategies to stay ahead. Whether you’re an author, a small business owner, or a consumer, understanding and using AI-driven tools will be essential for navigating the future of online commerce. By embracing these advancements, you can take full advantage of the opportunities presented by this innovative platform. Discover products more intuitively with AI-powered recommendations. Expand your reach through organic discoverability and tailored suggestions. Prepare for the future of e-commerce by using AI-driven tools. Media Credit:B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG Takes Position in Polaris Inc. (NYSE:PII)
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B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG acquired a new position in The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CHEF – Free Report ) during the 3rd quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The fund acquired 31,159 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,309,000. B. Metzler seel. Sohn & Co. Holding AG owned about 0.08% of Chefs’ Warehouse at the end of the most recent reporting period. Other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also made changes to their positions in the company. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC grew its position in Chefs’ Warehouse by 1,089.7% in the second quarter. Nisa Investment Advisors LLC now owns 690 shares of the company’s stock worth $27,000 after buying an additional 632 shares during the last quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC raised its position in shares of Chefs’ Warehouse by 39.6% during the second quarter. GAMMA Investing LLC now owns 909 shares of the company’s stock worth $36,000 after purchasing an additional 258 shares during the period. Quarry LP purchased a new stake in shares of Chefs’ Warehouse during the second quarter valued at $54,000. Point72 Asia Singapore Pte. Ltd. acquired a new position in shares of Chefs’ Warehouse in the 2nd quarter valued at $55,000. Finally, ORG Partners LLC purchased a new position in Chefs’ Warehouse in the 2nd quarter worth about $122,000. 91.55% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors. Chefs’ Warehouse Price Performance Shares of CHEF opened at $44.74 on Friday. The business’s 50-day moving average is $41.02 and its 200-day moving average is $40.12. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.39, a current ratio of 1.85 and a quick ratio of 1.06. The company has a market capitalization of $1.77 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 39.25 and a beta of 2.33. The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $26.23 and a fifty-two week high of $45.25. Analyst Ratings Changes Check Out Our Latest Analysis on CHEF Chefs’ Warehouse Profile ( Free Report ) The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, distributes specialty food and center-of-the-plate products in the United States, the Middle East, and Canada. The company’s product portfolio includes specialty food products, such as artisan charcuterie, specialty cheeses, unique oils and vinegars, truffles, caviar, chocolate, and pastry products; and center-of-the-plate products consisting of custom cut beef, seafood, and hormone-free poultry, as well as broadline food products comprising cooking oils, butter, eggs, milk, and flour. Featured Articles Want to see what other hedge funds are holding CHEF? Visit HoldingsChannel.com to get the latest 13F filings and insider trades for The Chefs’ Warehouse, Inc. ( NASDAQ:CHEF – Free Report ). Receive News & Ratings for Chefs' Warehouse Daily - Enter your email address below to receive a concise daily summary of the latest news and analysts' ratings for Chefs' Warehouse and related companies with MarketBeat.com's FREE daily email newsletter .
Højbjerg seals Marseille's 3-1 win at Lens after VAR interventionLegendary chef Tetsuya Wakuda loves Italian cuisine. These are his favourite restaurants for itIndia’s organised pharma retail market bounced back with double-digit growth in November, driven by high demand for derma and cardiac drugs, after months of subdued performance, reported TOI. Heavy pollution across several parts of the country also contributed to increased sales of respiratory medications , particularly Foracort , used for asthma and related conditions. Foracort emerged as the top-selling drug for the month, recording sales of Rs 82 crore with a 2% growth. Antibiotic Augmentin secured the second spot with Rs 76 crore in sales and a 9% growth, while antidiabetic drug Glycomet GP ranked third with flat sales of Rs 69 crore. Among therapeutic categories, urology led the growth at 18%, followed by derma (16%), cardiac (13%), and pain-relief (13%) segments. Pain-relief medication Zerodol SP saw a remarkable 22% growth, while other high-performing drugs like Ryzodeg, Rosuvas, Cilacar, Rybelsus, and Duphalac posted over 20% month-on-month growth, as per the TOI report. Sun Pharma maintained its leadership in the market with an 8% share of the Rs 2.28 lakh crore retail pharma sector. Cipla and Dr. Reddy's also saw their market shares rise in November. 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Analysts noted a rebound in anti-infectives, driven by key molecules like amoxicillin+clavulanic acid and ceftriaxone. Growth in gastro-intestinal and respiratory therapies was supported by combinations such as pantoprazole+domperidone and formoterol+budesonide, respectively. Domestic pharma companies registered a growth of nearly 11%, slightly outpacing MNCs, which grew just over 10%. Looking ahead, analysts predict the market will grow at high single digits in 2025, primarily driven by price increases and new product launches. The industry is also preparing for a major development as Indian companies are expected to enter the GLP-1 drug space in 2025. Generic versions of liraglutide, a drug that helps manage blood sugar and weight, are anticipated. Globally, GLP-1 drugs for obesity and diabetes have been successful for companies like Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly, and their launch in India is expected to further stimulate the market, said the TOI report. 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Dharmendra Pradhan, the union education minister, hosts a one-day workshop for women leaders from higher education institutes. The University Grants Commission (UGC) organized the event, which took place in Dogra Hall, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi. The event aimed to empower leaders and recognize their contributions to academic and professional accomplishment. Over 724 women leaders from academic positions, including directors, deans, heads of departments, registrars, financial officers, and controllers of examinations nationwide, participated in the event, according to the official UGC statement. UGC chairman Jagadesh Kumar emphasized the essential connection between women's leadership in academia and India's global goals, as well as the need of utilizing the nation's intellectual power. He also emphasizes the significance of diversity of opinion, gender equality, and achieving sustainable development goals. He also mentioned the key initiatives under NEP 2020, which include the Gender Inclusion Fund, GATI, and Vidyanjali programme, to ensure a gender-inclusive education framework, according to an official UGC release. UGC workshop on Women Leaders for Viksit Bharat 2047 According to the official UGC statement, the programme included a combination of academic sessions, panel discussions, and interactive Q&A sessions for participants to gain insight and strategies to overcome challenges and excel in their roles. Governance, innovation and research, human resource management, networking, and financial planning were among the other topics addressed during the event.According to the official UGC statement, the event provided an opportunity to discuss best practices, develop supporting networks, and promote gender equity in academia. Dharmendra Pradhan appreciated everyone for coming to the programme. He emphasized the significance of equity and participation in the NEP 2020. Dharmendra Pradhan additionally focused on India's historical awareness of women's responsibilities, as well as the importance of government actions like providing basic services, creating bank accounts, and introducing the Women's Reservation Bill, according to an official UGC statement. Get Latest News Live on Times Now along with Breaking News and Top Headlines from Education and around the world.Hezbollah fires about 250 rockets and other projectiles into Israel in heaviest barrage in weeks
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The Gunners delivered the statement Champions League victory their manager had demanded to bounce back from a narrow defeat at Inter Milan last time out. Goals from Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhaes, Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard got their continental campaign back on track, lifting them to seventh place with 10 points in the new-look 36-team table. It was Arsenal’s biggest away win in the Champions League since beating Inter by the same scoreline in 2003. “For sure, especially against opposition we played at their home who have not lost a game in 18 months – they have been in top form here – so to play with the level, the determination, the purpose and the fluidity we showed today, I am very pleased,” said Arteta. “The team played with so much courage, because they are so good. When I’m watching them live they are so good! They were all exceptional today. It was a big performance, a big win and we are really happy. “The performance was there a few times when we have played big teams. That’s the level that we have to be able to cope and you have to make it happen, and that creates belief.” A memorable victory also ended Sporting’s unbeaten start to the season, a streak of 17 wins and one draw, the vast majority of which prompted Manchester United to prise away head coach Ruben Amorim. The Gunners took the lead after only seven minutes when Martinelli tucked in Jurrien Timber’s cross, and Saka teed up Havertz for a tap-in to double the advantage. Arsenal added a third on the stroke of half-time, Gabriel charging in to head Declan Rice’s corner into the back of the net. To rub salt in the wound, the Brazilian defender mimicked Viktor Gyokeres’ hands-over-his-face goal celebration. That may have wound Sporting up as they came out after the interval meaning business, and they pulled one back after David Raya tipped Hidemasa Morita’s shot behind, with Goncalo Inacio netting at the near post from the corner. But when Martin Odegaard’s darting run into the area was halted by Ousmane Diomande’s foul, Saka tucked away the penalty. Substitute Trossard added the fifth with eight minutes remaining, heading in the rebound after Mikel Merino’s shot was saved. A miserable night for prolific Sporting striker Gyokeres was summed up when his late shot crashed back off the post.A first-half header from Kim Min-jae guided Bayern Munich to a 1-0 home win over Paris Saint-Germain on Tuesday, damaging the French side’s hopes of progressing in the Champions League. The centre-back scored after an error from PSG goalkeeper Matvei Safonov, starting ahead of Gianluigi Donnarumma, who spilled the ball into Kim’s path. The South Korean’s effort was enough to decide the rematch of the 2020 Champions League final — won by Bayern by the same scoreline — and all but extinguishes PSG’s hopes of a top-eight finish and avoiding the playoff round. Ousmane Dembele picked up a second yellow for an unnecessary challenge with half an hour remaining, with Bayern successfully shutting up shop as a result. “It was an extremely intense game,” Leon Goretzka said to Amazon Prime. “You could see in the starting XI they were going to try and hold onto the ball and to test us with their pressing -– and we pushed to the end and it’s nice we could be rewarded.” With just three games remaining, even making the knockouts is not a given for the French champions, who are in 26th spot — two outside the playoff placings. PSG host Manchester City in January along with facing tricky away trips to Red Bull Salzburg and Stuttgart. Bayern’s top-eight hopes look rosier after the win, which extended their run of clean sheets to seven straight games in all competitions. Bayern now sit 11th and take on relative European minnows Shakhtar Donetsk, Feyenoord and Slovan Bratislava in their remaining games. – Enrique’s ‘choices’ – Both sides came into the game unbeaten and six points clear in their domestic leagues but in dire need of points in Europe. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany opted for the speed of Leroy Sane over the creativity of France winger Michael Olise up front. Related News UCL: Arsenal thrash Sporting 5-1 in Lisbon masterclass Chukwueze set for first UCL start Bundesliga: Kane's hat-trick sends Bayern eight points clear PSG boss Luis Enrique made five changes to his side but most notable was his decision to stick with goalkeeper Safonov, rather than Donnarumma, who had played all but one Champions League game this season. Luis Enrique defended his call before the game, telling reporters: “I make my choices based on what I see on the pitch and what’s best for the team.” The decision appeared to pay off early, with Safonov responsible for good saves from Jamal Musiala and Sane inside the opening 12 minutes. Kingsley Coman, the PSG academy product who scored the only goal in the 2020 final, almost broke the deadlock shortly afterwards, dribbling through five defenders and blasting just wide. After PSG had a few opportunities of their own, including Joao Neves’ long-range effort whistling past the goalpost on 33 minutes, the Russian goalkeeper made a mistake which led directly to the opener. Joshua Kimmich swung in a corner on the 38-minute mark which Safonov spilled. And Kim took advantage to power a header into the net for the first Champions League goal of his career. Bayern were happy to let the game come to them in the second half but Dembele’s second yellow — his first had come for dissent — took the steam out of PSG’s hopes of a comeback. AFP
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