In 2001, Egypt’s Abdul Hamid Bassiouny set a football record that still amazes fans. Playing against Namibia in a World Cup qualifier, he scored three goals in only 117 seconds — the fastest international hat-trick in history. The game ended 8–2 for Egypt, with Bassiouny striking in the 40th, 43rd, and 44th minutes. His explosive scoring run still stands among football’s quickest hat-tricks ever.
In 1939, Portsmouth shocked football by beating Wolverhampton Wanderers 4–1 to win the FA Cup. But their reign was unlike any other — they held the trophy for seven years due to World War II suspending the competition. During the war, the cup was hidden in a pub called The Bird in Hand to keep it safe from bombings, making Portsmouth the longest FA Cup holders in history.
Al Ittihad have confirmed the signing of young talent Roger Fernandes in a €30m deal, showing their big ambition in the transfer market. The 19-year-old attacker has signed a long-term contract until 2030, making him a key part of the club’s future plans. After passing his medical, Fernandes joins the squad immediately, ready to bring energy, creativity, and excitement to the team’s attacking play.
