Tuesday, July 31, 2018

Arsenal transfer round-up: Lazio told to fork out £7m for Lucas Perez, Aaron Ramsey in Barcelona swap shock and Hector Bellerin happy in North London

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Arsenal transfer round-up: Lazio told to fork out £7m for Lucas Perez, Aaron Ramsey in Barcelona swap shock and Hector Bellerin happy in North London

UNAI EMERY is the new man at the Arsenal helm and he’s wasted no time kicking-off his squad overhaul.

The Spanish boss has brought in no fewer than five stars already this summer.

Unai Emery may still have some transfer activity to contend with this summerUnai Emery may still have some transfer activity to contend with this summerGetty

Emery has bolstered his ranks with the addition of Lucas Torreira, Bernd Leno, Sokratis Papastathopoulos, Matte Guendouzi and Stephan Lichsteiner.

However, there’s nothing at all to say the new Gunners boss is done and dusted for the summer.

Check out all the latest Arsenal transfer news and rumours with the transfer window set to shut on August 9…

ON PER WAY Lucas Perez is a £7million transfer target for Serie A side LazioLucas Perez is a £7million transfer target for Serie A side LazioGetty

LAZIO have been told to cough up £7million for Lucas Perez by Arsenal.

The 29-year-old is desperate to end his Arsenal nightmare for good having fallen even further down the pecking order.

GUNN DEALS Aaron Ramsey could be used as bait as Arsenal look to land Ousmane DembeleAaron Ramsey could be used as bait as Arsenal look to land Ousmane DembeleGetty

AARON RAMSEY could be used in a swap deal to bring Barcelona’s Ousmane Dembele to Arsenal.

The Welshman has been locked in contract talks with the Gunners, as he enters his final year, but could leave if Unai Emery can get the France star in return.

WE WANT CHU Chuba Akpom is set to finally leave Arsenal for good this summerChuba Akpom is set to finally leave Arsenal for good this summerGetty

CHUBA AKPOM is reportedly set to end his Arsenal hell with Greek side PAOK closing in a permanent deal for the striker.

The 22-year-old has made just 12 appearances for the Gunners since making his debut in 2013, and has been shipped off on loan on six occasions.

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COUGH UP Arsenal will have to fork out close to £30million to land Steven N'ZonziArsenal will have to fork out close to £30million to land Steven N’ZonziAFP

SEVILLA reportedly want £26.7million for Arsenal and Roma target Steven N’Zonzi.

The French World Cup winner is a man in demand this summer as he looks to secure an exit from the La Liga side.

FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS I Hector Bellerin has revealed he is happy at ArsenalHector Bellerin has revealed he is happy at ArsenalGetty

HECTOR BELLERIN has rubbished claims he could be leaving Arsenal this summer – insisting he doesn’t want to be anywhere else.

Juventus had been linked with a move for the right-back, as well as Barcelona, but the 23-year-old has declared he is very happy in North London.

FOR WHOM THE BELL TOLLS II Joel Campbell is set to learn his Arsenal fate very shortlyJoel Campbell is set to learn his Arsenal fate very shortlyGetty

JOEL CAMPBELL is sweating on his Arsenal future as he prepares to learn what Unai Emery has in store for him.

The Costa Rican was not in the Gunners squad for the pre-season trip to Singapore but returned to North London over the weekend.

Monday, July 30, 2018

Rush, rush: Reactivate speed cameras, and in the meantime, keep tabs on violators

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Rush, rush: Reactivate speed cameras, and in the meantime, keep tabs on violators

With the lives of city kids at risk, state Senate Majority Leader John Flanagan is getting nervous in his game of chicken over speed cameras. Good. His fear is making him move in the right direction. Now, hurry up, before someone gets hurt.

On Friday, two days after the city’s authority to issue...

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
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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Thursday, July 26, 2018

Liverpool boss Klopp reveals Gomez centre-back plans

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Liverpool boss Klopp reveals Gomez centre-back plans
Liverpool boss Klopp reveals Gomez centre-back plans

Jurgen Klopp plans to use Joe Gomez at centre-back and right-back for Liverpool this season.

With the Dejan Lovren returning late from the World Cup, and Joel Matip suffering an injury this week, Klopp is stretched at the centre-back position.

Read more on Tribal Football

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Arsenal boss Unai Emery offers support to Mesut Ozil

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Arsenal boss Unai Emery offers support to Mesut Ozil
Ozil announced his decision to retire from international football with Germany on Sunday.

Tuesday, July 24, 2018

TFC supporter group takes responsibility for damage in Ottawa

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TFC supporter group takes responsibility for damage in Ottawa
TFC supporter group takes responsibility for damage in Ottawa

Toronto FC‘s so-called Inebriatti supporters’ group has taken responsibility for last week’s fiery display in Ottawa during the Canadian Championship semifinal.

The MLS club suspended all supporter privileges after flares and smoke bombs led to small fires in the stands and the pitch at TD Place Stadium last Wednesday during the first leg of the series against Ottawa Fury FC.

Inebriatti initially said it had no part in the flare thrown on the field or any explosion. But it issued a new statement Monday.

“We wish to clarify that the incidents which interrupted game play were unplanned and accidental. However, we fully understand that such incidents are not acceptable,” it said.

“We are taking internal steps to eliminate potentially dangerous and aggressive behaviour — including renouncement of all unsanctioned usage of flares and smoke. Going forward our focus will be public safety, to support the team and rebuild public trust.

“We have communicated to the team that our behaviour has not been good enough. Incidents that distract from game play are not acceptable and will no longer be tolerated. We will continue to offer full co-operation to the front office and any relevant investigation. All ensuing disciplinary action by the front office, related to events of July 18th, should be directed solely towards Inebriatti rather than all official supporter groups.”

A club spokesman said the ban on all supporter privileges remains in place.

The rematch with Ottawa on Wednesday — with Toronto holding a 1-0 lead — marks the first game at BMO Field since the incident. A club spokesman said earlier Monday that the ban means all supporter groups will not be able to use banners, flags, smoke, drums, bullhorns or noisemakers in the stadium.

Toronto says it is co-operating with Ottawa Police in it investigation, as well as conducting its own internal review of the club’s supporter program “to ensure the safest environment possible at BMO Field moving forward.”

TFC wasted little time condemning the Ottawa incident with team president Bill Manning calling it “unacceptable.”

It’s not the first time the club has been at odds with its various supporter groups.

In 2016, some of Toronto’s supporters groups joined forces in going silent during a home game against Orlando to protest recent sanctions against the Inebriatti after an obscene banner was raised in its section during a loss to visiting Montreal. TFC called the banner “an embarrassment” to the club and its supporters.

The south stand, the normally raucous home to loud flag-waving fans, was silent and prop-less.

The Inebriatti group was sanctioned for misbehaviour in Montreal in the final game of the 2015 regular season after Toronto fans lit flares and damaged Saputo Stadium.

Monday, July 23, 2018

A high point for New York: Gov. Cuomo must take marijuana legalization seriously

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A high point for New York: Gov. Cuomo must take marijuana legalization seriously

Six months after Gov. Cuomo ordered it up, his health department has released a report making the case for what we consider a moral imperative: ending the unnecessary and racially disparate enforcement of state laws banning marijuana possession and use.

Now Cuomo, whose approach to pot legalization...

Sunday, July 22, 2018

Liverpool ‘snubbed £4m Alisson in 2015’ – costing the Reds a whopping £63m after record transfer

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Liverpool ‘snubbed £4m Alisson in 2015’ – costing the Reds a whopping £63m after record transfer

LIVERPOOL could have signed Alisson for just £4million in 2015, according to reports.

The Reds paid Roma a record £67m to make the Brazilian, 25, the world’s most expensive goalkeeper.

Alisson is one of the best goalkeepers in world footballREUTERS

But the Sunday Mirror claims Anfield chiefs were offered Alisson three years earlier while he was at Internacional in his homeland.

His representatives apparently sent a detailed dossier to a number of clubs in England highlighting the keeper’s potential.

It reportedly included testimony from World Cup-winning Brazil No1 Claudio Taffarel hailing Alisson as the best young stopper to come out of South America.

But nobody took up the offer and the prospect – who earned his first Brazil cap in the mean time – ended up signing from Roma 12 months later in a bargain £6.7m deal.

The Liverpool and Brazil stopper is the most expensive keeper of all timeReuters Alisson is keeping Man City’s Ederson out of the Brazil team and also nabbed his recordEPA

Liverpool may have lost £63m by failing to act earlier but Jurgen Klopp will hope his new charge can finally sort out his main problem position.

Since Pep Reina joined Bayern Munich in 2014, the Reds have struggled to find a No1 with Simon Mignolet losing his spot to Loris Karius.

‘WE DON’T CARE’ Jurgen Klopp in U-turn as he defends Liverpool’s big spending despite criticising Manchester United after Paul Pogba capture

And if his double blunder in the Champions League final did not seal the German’s fate, Karius made further errors in pre-season to make signing a reliable keeper a necessity for Klopp.

Liverpool spent big to fix their main problem positionPA:Press Association

Saturday, July 21, 2018

Teacher with history of alcohol arrests charged with DUI after crash involving eight vehicles

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Teacher with history of alcohol arrests charged with DUI after crash involving eight vehicles

DOVER, Del. — A Delaware teacher with a history of alcohol-related arrests has been charged with drunken driving in an incident in which eight other vehicles were damaged.

Rehoboth Beach police say 45-year-old Martin Tuohy of Middletown turned himself in Thursday evening to be charged in the July...

Friday, July 20, 2018

Neymar not upset at critics of his World Cup rolling

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Neymar not upset at critics of his World Cup rolling
Neymar not upset at critics of his World Cup rolling

SAO PAULO — Neymar said he isn’t upset with critics who have made fun of his apparent theatrics during the World Cup in Russia.

At an auction Thursday organized by Neymar Jr. institute, the striker appeared in public for the first time since Brazil was eliminated by Belgium in the World Cup quarterfinals.

Earlier Thursday, the Brazilian posted a video on Instagram like many others poking fun at his exaggerated reactions after being fouled during the World Cup.

"I was joking (in the social media video). Since everybody is hoping on the bandwagon, I take it as a joke. I am not upset," the Paris Saint-Germain striker told Fox Sports before the auction.

In the short video, Neymar is surrounded by children who fall after he gives them a sign. "It was just a moment I was with the kids and I decided to do it," the striker said.

Fans, players and former soccer stars criticized the Brazilian for his overacting on the pitch in Russia, including a tearful moment at the end of the 2-0 win against Costa Rica and a lot of rolling after being fouled by adversaries.

His advocates, however, say the 26-year-old needs to be more protected by referees against constant and aggressive fouling from adversaries, and that his reactions are not as important.

Neymar also said "the grief is over" after Brazil’s World Cup elimination.

"We have to choose to be happy. We have reasons to be sad, but I choose to be happy," he said.

The Brazilian also praised his Paris Saint-Germain teammate Kylian Mbappe, who won the World Cup with France at age 19.

"He is a phenomenon, a great player. We knew that from our day-to-day with him. I am very happy he played such a great World Cup," Neymar said. "I speak to Mbappe almost every day. I congratulated him for the title. It will be great to welcome him back as a World Cup champion."

Thursday, July 19, 2018

Sydney FC won't rush into marquee signing - chief executive Danny Townsend

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Sydney FC won't rush into marquee signing - chief executive Danny Townsend
Steve Corica has an extra $1.3million in the kitty after pocketing a transfer fee for Adrian Mierzejewski. Sprinting great Usain Bolt appears close to securing a trial stint with the Central Coast Mariners. Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola takes time to meet Melbourne City players and fans in Australia. Sydney FC won't rush into signing replacements for Bobo and Adrian Mierzejewski, with chief executive Danny Townsend aiming to reel in a big fish as European transfer actions heats up. The Sky Blues are searching far and wide as they attempt to cover the loss of Bobo, who earlier this year broke the record for most goals in an A-League season, and Mierzejewski, who claimed the Johnny Warren medal in his only season with the club. They unsuccessfully courted Spanish striker Fernando Torres, while...

Monday, July 16, 2018

Mbappe is football's future king

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Mbappe is football's future king
When Cristiano Ronaldo and Leo Messi retire, Kylian Mbappe will be the sport's leading light. The 19-year-old already has a World Cup winner's medal to go with two Ligue 1 titles -- there's no limit to what he can do from here. Ogden &#187

Sunday, July 15, 2018

Marc Rzatkowski brace sparks New York Red Bulls comeback win over Sporting Kansas City

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Marc Rzatkowski brace sparks New York Red Bulls comeback win over Sporting Kansas City
New York Red Bulls Sporting Kansas City 3 2 FT Game Details Live football odds with bet365. Bet Now » GameCast Lineups and Stats Marc Rzatkowski scored the tying and tie-breaking goals in a span of seven minutes in the second half as the New York Red Bulls beat Sporting Kansas City 3-2 Saturday night at Red Bull Arena. Rzatkowski scored his first two MLS goals in spectacular fashion in the 72nd and 79th minute after entering the game in the 60th minute for Alejandro Romero Gamarra. New York scored at least three goals for the sixth time in nine home games and helped new manager Chris Armas get his first career win as a coach...

Saturday, July 14, 2018

Chelsea fires manager Antonio Conte after 2 years in charge

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Chelsea fires manager Antonio Conte after 2 years in charge
Chelsea fires manager Antonio Conte after 2 years in charge

Antonio Conte’s protracted divorce from Chelsea was finalized on Friday when he was fired after a two-year tenure in which he won the English Premier League and FA Cup but failed to gain the power he craved at the London club. Chelsea began a terse, four-sentence statement on its website, “Chelsea Football Club and Antonio […]

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Friday, July 13, 2018

FIFA should refrain from World Cup tinkering after sensational Russia spectacle

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FIFA should refrain from World Cup tinkering after sensational Russia spectacle
Russia 2018 has proven a huge success, and FIFA should scale back on plans to increase the amount of teams, writes Peter Hanson.

Wednesday, July 11, 2018

Klopp defends Karius after another mistake in friendly

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Klopp defends Karius after another mistake in friendly
Klopp defends Karius after another mistake in friendly
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp defends goalkeeper Loris Karius after a mistake in the pre-season friendly win at Tranmere.

Tuesday, July 10, 2018

Kante the key to France's hopes

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Kante the key to France's hopes
N'Golo Kante is one of the smallest players in Russia, but he's played like a giant. If France can go on to win the World Cup, France's diminutive dynamo will have played a major role in their success. Julien Laurens &#187

Monday, July 9, 2018

Hart plays cricket during England World Cup game

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Hart plays cricket during England World Cup game
Hart plays cricket during England World Cup game
As England beat Sweden to reach the World Cup semi-finals on Saturday, Joe Hart was turning out for his hometown cricket club Shrewsbury.

Sunday, July 8, 2018

MLS Review: LAFC´s dream season continues, Ibrahimovic strikes as Galaxy cruise

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MLS Review: LAFC´s dream season continues, Ibrahimovic strikes as Galaxy cruise
The fairy tale story of MLS continued as Los Angeles FC moved to within one point of the Western Conference summit on Saturday.

Friday, July 6, 2018

World Cup 2018: Swiss Kids Enact Neymar's Play-Acting And The Results Are Hilarious

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World Cup 2018: Swiss Kids Enact Neymar's Play-Acting And The Results Are Hilarious
Everyone is talking about Neymar's theatrics rather than his ability.

Thursday, July 5, 2018

World Cup 2018, Brazil vs Belgium, Quarter-Final: When And Where To Watch, Live Coverage On TV, Live Streaming Online

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World Cup 2018, Brazil vs Belgium, Quarter-Final: When And Where To Watch, Live Coverage On TV, Live Streaming Online
On paper, a Belgium side containing the talents of Chelsea's Eden Hazard, Kevin De Bruyne of Manchester City and Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku have the potential to cause a World Cup upset.

Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Cristiano Ronaldo to be replaced at Real Madrid by Neymar and Kylian Mbappe as European champs eye ‘new Galacticos’

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Cristiano Ronaldo to be replaced at Real Madrid by Neymar and Kylian Mbappe as European champs eye ‘new Galacticos’

REAL MADRID are poised to replace Cristiano Ronaldo with Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.

According to reports in Spain, the 13-time European champions are eyeing deals for the Paris Saint-Germain pair, who face potential sanctions over Financial Fair Play.

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The Portuguese legend, 33, has had a stellar spell with the club and has won the Champions League four times at the Bernabeu.

But tensions over another pay rise have reached breaking point and he is ready to quit for a new challenge.

No doubt the former Manchester United star will be in demand, but a return to Old Trafford looks unlikely, despite his iconic status at the club.

Juventus are the leading contenders for his signature as the Old Lady look to press on from winning seven domestic titles on the spin in Italy and win the Champions League for the first time since 1996.

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Kylian Mbappe is also being eyed by the Bernabeu outfitKylian Mbappe is also being eyed by the Bernabeu outfitAFP or licensors Florentino Perez, right, is reportedly obsessed with bringing Neymar to Real MadridFlorentino Perez, right, is reportedly obsessed with bringing Neymar to Real MadridSplash News

According to AS, Ronaldo leaving for around £88million would clear the path for a new band of Galacticos, with World Cup stars Neymar and Mbappe the top targets.

PSG’s issues with FFP are well documented and it remains to be seen if they will be allowed to go through with the £162m transfer of Mbappe or be forced to buy the France star and sell him straight away.

AS have also claimed that signing Neymar, 26, has become almost an “obsession” for Real president Florentino Perez and sees him as a signing on a par with Luis Figo, Zinedine Zidane or Brazilian Ronaldo.

Perez’s “flirting” with the former Barcelona star at last year’s Ballon d’Or awards did not impress Cristiano either.

The transfer fee for Neymar could be nearly £310MILLION – a staggering sum by anyone’s estimation.

 

Tuesday, July 3, 2018

Transfer news live updates: Chelsea want Higuain and Morata swap deal, plus Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Man City updates

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Transfer news live updates: Chelsea want Higuain and Morata swap deal, plus Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool, Tottenham and Man City updates

IT is that time of year again!

The transfer window is back up and running again.

What will happen with wantaway Neymar? And what does Paul Pogba’s future hold?

Follow all of the twists and turns with our live blog right here ðŸ‘‡

Monday, July 2, 2018

'We want to show world-class talent can flourish here' - Salah signs new long-term Liverpool deal

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'We want to show world-class talent can flourish here' - Salah signs new long-term Liverpool deal
'We want to show world-class talent can flourish here' - Salah signs new long-term Liverpool deal
Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah signs a new five-year contract with the club.

Sunday, July 1, 2018

Piatti, Silva score as Impact win 3rd straight, end K.C. unbeaten run

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Piatti, Silva score as Impact win 3rd straight, end K.C. unbeaten run
Piatti, Silva score as Impact win 3rd straight, end K.C. unbeaten run

MONTREAL – Ignacio Piatti and Alejandro Silva scored in the second half as the Montreal Impact extended their winning streak to three games with a 2-0 victory that ended Sporting Kansas City’s nine-game unbeaten run.

The Impact (7-11), coming off back-to-back wins over Orlando, handed Western Conference-leading Sporting (9-3-5) a first defeat since April 28. Kansas City’s unbeaten run included two wins in U.S. Open Cup play.

It was Montreal’s fourth win in five games, with clean sheets in all four wins.

Piatti scored his ninth goal of the season and his fourth in the last three matches in the 54th minute while Uruguayan midfielder Silva got his first MLS goal from the penalty spot in the 70th.

The Impact looked to have wasted a glorious chance as Saphir Taider and Matteo Mancosu couldn’t control a loose ball in front of the Kansas City net, but Silva managed to slip it to the onrushing Piatti for a bullet shot from the edge of the penalty area that went off the crossbar and landed just over the line.

Daniel Lovitz jumped on a loose ball in the area and looked likely to score when Ike Opara stuck out a foot to trip the Impact fullback. Piatti normally takes penalties, but it was Silva who stepped up to the spot and scored on a slow, rolling shot.