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Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Monday, July 30, 2018
Wasteful Galway’s strength in depth will now be tested to limit
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Wasteful Galway’s strength in depth will now be tested to limit
Éamonn Fitzmaurice shipped some criticism last week when he reintroduced Paul Geaney against Monaghan after a disappointing initial foray for the Dingle man.
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Ronaldo set for Juventus league debut at Chievo Verona
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Ronaldo set for Juventus league debut at Chievo Verona
MILAN — Cristiano Ronaldo will likely make his Juventus debut at Chievo Verona as the Bianconeri kick off their attempt to win a record-extending eighth league title at the Stadio Bentegodi. The 2018-19 Serie A fixtures were announced on Thursday. Juventus signed Ronaldo from Real Madrid earlier this month for 112 million euros ($131.5 million). […]
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Saturday, July 28, 2018
Dark days fuel Horgan’s quest to be the best
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Dark days fuel Horgan’s quest to be the best
Patrick Horgan jokes that every now and then, he’ll text old boss Kieran Kingston to thank him for that brief spell during the spring of 2017 when the Cork forward was left out of the starting team.
Friday, July 27, 2018
LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC fans clash in first derby at new £265m stadium
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LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC fans clash in first derby at new £265m stadium
IT IS derby day and a police helicopter circles above the stadium as down below a tannoy asks rival fans to stop throwing objects on to the pitch.
But this is not London, Liverpool, Glasgow or Manchester, it is LA.
Tempers flared before the gameTwitter @UnivisionSports
The two sets of fans used to share the Home Depot Center until the clubs moved into their new respective stadiumsTwitter @UnivisionSports
Yes SunSport is delighted to announce the MLS finally has a derby worthy of the name after watching new boys Los Angeles FC host rivals LA Galaxy last night.
Los Angeles FC only joined the MLS this season and this was the first LA derby at their $350million Banc of California Stadium.
The 22,000-capacity arena is in the heart of downtown LA, right next door to the Coliseum which hosted the 1932 and 1984 Olympics and is set to be redeveloped as the venue for the 2026 Games.
The Banc of California Stadium has far less grandeur and is purpose-built for football or ‘soccer’.
The fans set the tone for a thrilling encounterTwitter @UnivisionSports
LAFC posit themselves as the city’s ‘people’s club’Twitter @UnivisionSports
Unlike other MLS venues it is not located in an out-of-town retail park.
This gives it the feel of a British football stadium, complete with traffic jams on all surrounding routes, already earning the LA derby the title on social media of ‘El Trafico’.
But the atmosphere at the game was undoubtedly more British than Barcelona.
Former Galaxy star David Beckham, who is about to set up his own MLS franchise in Miami, will be delighted to learn LAFC have wasted no time building a team, a stadium, a fanbase and, incredibly, an
identity.
LAPD had to be on alert throughout the matchTwitter @UnivisionSports
Banc of California stadium does not have segregated sections for the two sets of fansTwitter @UnivisionSports
While Galaxy have the bigger names, gates and star billing, LA, despite being owned by Hollywood glitterati including actor Will Farrell, have positioned themselves as the club for the people.
And with rows of makeshift tents housing thousands of homeless lining the nearby freeways, there is no danger of anybody at this new club getting pretentious.
In contrast to the Galaxy’s white kit, LA FC’s colours are black, which their fans revel in wearing, especially their ultras who call themselves ‘The 3252 Ultras’.
This is because the North Stand they occupy behind one of the goals has a seating or safe-standing capacity of 3,252.
Other fans quickly stepped in to diffuse the situationTwitter @UnivisionSports
The atmosphere at the Banc of California Stadium was raucous from the offGetty - Contributor
LAFC are keen to make their mark in their debut MLS seasonGetty - Contributor
This area was full and rocking an hour before kick-off and no wonder with tickets costing just $20 each and beer at $4 a pint.
The few thousand Galaxy fans who had made the short trip across the city were housed at the opposite end.
This produced a genuinely raucous derby atmosphere never seen before in the MLS, where most ‘local’ clashes involve a two-hour flight.
But LA already has a blossoming footballing rivalry, which only intensified after former Arsenal man Carlos Vela headed the hosts into a seventh minute lead.
The new £265m ground is the fifth-biggest ‘soccer-specific’ stadium in the MLS, with Galaxy’s 27,000-seat StubHub Center the largestGetty - Contributor
LAFC sit second in the Western Conference in their first ever MLS season, with Galaxy four points behind in fourthGetty - Contributor
With no fans’ segregation, tempers just about stayed in check as the men in black goaded their rivals.
The LAPD chopper was still circling over overhead when Lee Nguyen curled in a free kick to put the home side 2-0 up in the 20th minute.
LA, managed by former failed Swansea boss Bob Bradley, seemed on course for victory.
But his opposite number Siegfried Schmid turned this game on its head by taking off his skipper Ashley Cole – who for once looked his 37 years – midway through the second half.
Galaxy’s Zlatan Ibrahimovic was unable to inspire his side to victory, as he had on debut against LAFC in MarchGetty - Contributor
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LAFC raced to a 2-0 first-half lead but could not hold on in the final stagesGetty - Contributor
This gave Galaxy more energy and French midfielder Romain Alessandrini pulled one back for them when he controlled Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s cross and slotted home in the 82nd minute.
Ola Kamara then wasted a great chance to level when his point-blank shot was blocked by keeper Tyler Miller.
But Kamara made amends by rounding Miller to equalise in the 87th minute after Andre Horta’s horror 80-yard back pass.
The goal hero was pelted with beer cups as he ran to the corner to celebrate with the visiting fans.
Yes a proper derby!
LA Galaxy skipper Ashley Cole was replaced in the second half as the visitors snatched a pointGetty - Contributor
Ola Kamara levelled for Galaxy late onGetty - Contributor
There was still time for Horta to hit a post with a 30-yard screamer before the final whistle.
It was even like a derby back home afterwards when Cole refused to talk to British reporters.
But the former England left-back did speak to Manchester City’s Kevin de Bruyne, who was at the game.
Football fans planning their next trip would be wise to follow in the Belgian’s footsteps and get themselves out here to the Banc of California Stadium for this fixture next season.
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Switzerland international Schar signs for Newcastle
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Switzerland international Schar signs for Newcastle
The 26-year-old is the Magpies’ fourth summer signing.
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Mbappe reveals he played World Cup finals with a back injury
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Mbappe reveals he played World Cup finals with a back injury
PARIS — France striker Kylian Mbappe has revealed he played the World Cup semifinals and final with a back injury he hid from his rivals.
In an interview with France Football magazine, Mbappe says he displaced three vertebrae in his back during the tournament in Russia three days before France defeated Belgium 1-0 in the semifinals. France won the World Cup with a 4-2 victory over Croatia in the final.
"It was essential not to alert our opponents, otherwise they could have taken advantage of that and targeted this sensitive area," said Mbappe, who scored four goals in the tournament including one in the final. "That’s the reason why with the staff and the players we kept it hidden, even for the final."
The 19-year-old Mbappe was one of the stars of the tournament and picked up the award for the best young player at the World Cup. He became the youngest player to score two goals in a World Cup game since Pele in 1958, and also became the first teenager since Pele to score in a World Cup final.
Mbappe, who plays for Paris Saint-Germain in the French league, also told the magazine he hopes he can be a contender for the Golden Ball award alongside his PSG teammate Neymar, Cristiano Ronaldo, Luka Modric and Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane
Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Manchester United target Harry Maguire must stay - Claude Puel
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Manchester United target Harry Maguire must stay - Claude Puel
Harry Maguire must reject reported interest from other clubs, including Manchester United, Leicester City manager Claude Puel hasMonday, July 23, 2018
David Luiz surprises Chelsea fan at family barbecue during Australia tour
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David Luiz surprises Chelsea fan at family barbecue during Australia tour
Young Chelsea fan Hudson McCarthy invited the team round for a barbecue during their tour of Australia - so David Luiz and friends obliged.
Sunday, July 22, 2018
Mourinho must sell if Man Utd to land £65M Maguire
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Mourinho must sell if Man Utd to land £65M Maguire
Manchester United must sell if they're to land Leicester City's World Cup hero Harry Maguire.
The Daily Mail says Jose Mourinho retains an interest in Leicester defender Maguire and could offer 65million for him.
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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid ready £112 million bid for Eden Hazard, also targeting Mauro Icardi
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Transfer Talk: Real Madrid ready £112 million bid for Eden Hazard, also targeting Mauro Icardi
Cesc Fabregas says Chelsea want all their top players to stay.
After Eden Hazard hinted at a Chelsea exit, the FC crew explain why it makes sense for him to join Real Madrid this summer.
The transfer window is open, and Transfer Talk has the latest rumours making the rounds. Follow along with our daily blog throughout the summer.
When does the transfer window close in the Premier League and the top European leagues?
TOP STORY: Real Madrid to move for Hazard, Icardi
Real Madrid are preparing a £112 million bid for Eden Hazard and have also tabbed Mauro Icardi a target.
Madrid have been closely linked with Hazard for the last couple of seasons and already consider...Friday, July 20, 2018
More than 1,800 fans hurt at matches in 2016-17
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More than 1,800 fans hurt at matches in 2016-17
Falling over, being hit by a ball, celebrations and insect bites were among the causes of injuries reported by fans at football games in 2016-17.
Thursday, July 19, 2018
Lopetegui vows to meet high expectations at ‘demanding’ Real Madrid
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Lopetegui vows to meet high expectations at ‘demanding’ Real Madrid
The new manager already has his sights set on a first trophy.
Wednesday, July 18, 2018
Doctor's oxycodone-prescribing case goes to federal jury in Brooklyn
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Doctor's oxycodone-prescribing case goes to federal jury in Brooklyn
An octogenarian, oxycodone-prescribing doctor’s fate is now in the hands of jurors who have to decide if he illegally doled out more than 2 million pills to addicted patients.
Brooklyn federal jurors began deliberating Tuesday on a range of illegal oxycodone-distribution charges against Dr. Martin...
Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Soccer diplomacy: World Cup host Putin gives Trump a ball
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Soccer diplomacy: World Cup host Putin gives Trump a ball
HELSINKI — Riding high after hosting a successful World Cup, Russian President Vladimir Putin brought a special gift to his summit with U.S. President Donald Trump: a soccer ball. After a journalist asked a question at their joint press conference Monday in Helsinki using soccer metaphors, Putin pulled out a red-and-white ball and tossed it […]
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Monday, July 16, 2018
European Championships: England begin defence of U19 title in Finland
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European Championships: England begin defence of U19 title in Finland
England Under-19s will begin the defence of their European title when they play Turkey in Finland on Tuesday.
Sunday, July 15, 2018
Saturday, July 14, 2018
Tottenham fall behind Inter Milan in race for Bordeaux star Malcom
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Tottenham fall behind Inter Milan in race for Bordeaux star Malcom
INTER MILAN have moved ahead of Tottenham in the race to sign Bordeaux attacker Malcom, according to reports.
Arsenal were also hot on his trail in January after Spurs had held talks with the French side about the exciting Brazilian.
Inter Milan are in pole position to sign MalcomAFP or licensors
Malcom, who was not part of his countries World Cup campaign scored 12 goals with seven assists last season.
German giants Bayern Munich were closely monitoring his situation while fellow countryman Douglas Costa was on loan at Juventus.
But the Ligue 1 outfit were fighting off relegation at the turn of the year and new boss Gus Poyet was adamant the 21-year-old was going nowhere.
And six wins in their last seven games saw them shoot up the table to finish sixth and now the club’s top brass are prepared to do business.
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Malcom hit 12 goals for Bordeaux last seasonAFP or licensors
Inter boss Luciano Spalletti is confident of landing MalcomGetty - Contributor
Tottomercatoweb claim the Italian club have offered £8.8million for an initial loan and the option to purchase him on a permanent deal for a further £26.5m next summer.
Spurs had reopened talks with Bordeaux this month, but Inter’s offer for the Brazilian at the moment is the only one anywhere near their £45million valuation.
If the loan does become permanent next year, the former Corinthians star will pen a five-year contract at the San Siro.
With the interest in Malcom during the January transfer window, Bordeaux were hoping to spark a bidding war for the forward’s signature this summer.
Friday, July 13, 2018
Yerry Mina: I'm happy at Barcelona
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Yerry Mina: I'm happy at Barcelona
Yerry Mina opens up about his future with Barcelona, as rumours continue to swirl over a possible move to Everton.
Thursday, July 12, 2018
Jean Michael Seri: Fulham sign Ivory Coast international and Maxime le Marchand
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Jean Michael Seri: Fulham sign Ivory Coast international and Maxime le Marchand
Premier League newcomers Fulham sign Nice duo Jean Michael Seri and Maxime le Marchand.
Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Matteo Guendouzi becomes Arsenal’s fifth summer signing
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Matteo Guendouzi becomes Arsenal’s fifth summer signing
Midfielder Guendouzi becomes the club’s fifth summer signing.
Tuesday, July 10, 2018
World Cup 2018: Justin Timberlake Raises 'Its Coming Home!' Slogan Ahead Of England's Semi-Final
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World Cup 2018: Justin Timberlake Raises 'Its Coming Home!' Slogan Ahead Of England's Semi-Final
Justin Timberlake got his show at The O2 Arena in London with the "Its Coming Home!" slogan
Monday, July 9, 2018
Wimbledon final will not be moved despite possible World Cup clash
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Wimbledon final will not be moved despite possible World Cup clash
The Wimbledon men's singles final on Sunday will not be moved even if England reach the World Cup final on the same afternoon.
Sunday, July 8, 2018
Saturday, July 7, 2018
England World Cup Fixtures, Squad, Group, Guide
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England World Cup Fixtures, Squad, Group, Guide
England move into the round of 16 and after losing to Belgium, face Colombia in the next round.
England beat Colombia on penalties to progress to the quarter-finals (Getty Images) England move into the round of 16 and after losing to Belgium, face Colombia in the next round.Friday, July 6, 2018
Bob Ryan resigns as Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium operations manager
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Bob Ryan resigns as Páirc Uí Chaoimh stadium operations manager
Páirc Uí Chaoimh's stadium operations manager has announced his resignation.
Thursday, July 5, 2018
Quintero powers Minnesota United past Toronto FC
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Quintero powers Minnesota United past Toronto FC
MINNEAPOLIS — Toronto FC seemingly can’t stop teams from scoring against them in the first half.
Darwin Quintero scored three times for the first hat trick in Minnesota United FC history, helping the Loons beat Toronto FC 4-3 on Wednesday night. Quintero’s first goal of the night came eight minutes into the match and Miguel Ibarra also scored for United in the 13th minute.
TFC has conceded 10 goals in the first 15 minutes of games this season, worst in Major League Soccer.
"We give balls away that we shouldn’t, we can’t make plays to put fires, we’re a little bit deep in moments. I can’t put a finger on it," said Toronto FC captain Michael Bradley. "There’s a lot of different reasons. You can look at each goal and ultimately talk your way through it ten different times. The frustrating part is that in so many games, we haven’t given ourselves a chance.
"We start the game down 1-0, down 2-0 too many times. You have to be able to play from behind in moments, but we have had to do it way too often this year."
Minnesota United (6-1-10) snapped a three-game losing streak that included a 1-0 loss to FC Dallas on Friday at TCF Bank Stadium.
Quintero got his first goal eight minutes into the match, splitting two defenders and firing into upper left corner for a 1-0 lead. His second goal, in the 52nd minute, was just off the fingertips of Toronto FC keeper Clint Irwin and his third came just five minutes later, bending in a shot from the left side, over Irwin’s fingertips and into the upper right corner.
Justin Morrow, Sebastian Giovinco and Jordan Hamilton had Toronto FC’s goals. Hamilton got the Reds (4-3-10) within one with just a minute left in stoppage time.
Toronto FC has conceded 34 goals at the midway point of this season. They gave up 37 goals the whole of last season, when they won their first-ever MLS title.
Asked if his team could still make the playoffs despite sitting 10th in the Eastern Conference Bradley was terse.
"Absolutely."
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
Where is Eric Dier from, who does he play for and does he usually take penalties?
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Where is Eric Dier from, who does he play for and does he usually take penalties?
ERIC DIER shot himself into World Cup folklore with England’s winning penalty in the sudden death shootout with Colombia.
The 24-year-old midfielder scored from the spot after Jordan Pickford denied Carlos Bacca to send England through after the teams had drawn 1-1 after extra time.
‘Well done my son’ – boss Gareth Southgate congratulates England penalty hero Eric DierGetty - Contributor
Gareth Southgate’s men now face Switzerland at the Samara Arena on Saturday afternoon.
Dier was an 81st minute substitute for Dele Alli.
He actually sent a free header wide that would have put the Three Lions 2-0 up and then watched in agony as Colombia snatched a late equaliser.
But how he atoned for his miss.
Dier strikes his sudden death spot kick…Getty - Contributor
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Dier is the grandson of Ted Croker, the former secretary of the FA and president of Cheltenham Town.
He grew up in Gloucestershire and moved with his family to Portugal aged seven.
His mum had been offered a job at the UEFA Euro 2004 championships and afterwards they stayed put.
His parents actually came back to England in 2010 but Dier remained and was based at the Sporting CP academy.
This is what Dier’s teammates thought about his sudden death heroicsGetty Images - Getty
Which team does Dier play for?
Dier signed on as a pro with Sporting CP and in 2014 moved to Tottenham Hotspur for £4million.
So far he has made 172 stars in all competitions for Spurs and scored eight goals.
Roy Hodgson gave Dier his first England start against Spain in 2015.
Just as it happened against Colombia he came on as substitute for Tottenham teammate Alli.
Last November he captained England against Germany at Wembley.
No. In fact, those seven goals for Tottenham all stemmed from regular play – three headers, three right-footed shots and one with the left.
His Tottenham shooting accuracy is 24 per cent… but he managed to hit one right where he wanted to when it mattered most in Moscow on Tuesday night.
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