Новости за 05.06.2019

Gareth Southgate kept his cards close to his chest when it came to the availability of star man Harry Kane and Englands other Champions League finalists ahead of the crunch Nations League semi-final with Holland.A year on from thrilling the nation by reaching the World Cup final four, the Three Lions have another shot at glory after reaching the competitions inaugural finals in Portugal.England are just two wins away from the senior sides first major trophy since the 1966 World Cup, but preparations... Читать дальше...

Raheem Sterling woke up fuming after a PR company connected to him claimed he would captain England in their Nations League semi-final against Holland.A press release circulated late on Tuesday evening suggested the Manchester City forward would lead out the Three Lions to mark the occasion of his 50th cap.There was no official confirmation from the Football Association at the time, while manager Gareth Southgate remained tight-lipped over who would wear the armband when he addressed the media on... Читать дальше...

England manager Gareth Southgate refused to confirm speculation that forward Raheem Sterling would captain the side on his 50th cap in the Nations League semi-final with Holland in Portugal.Sterling had been rumoured to take the armband but Southgate refused to be drawn on his team selection or the captaincy.Southgate told a press conference: I dont want to discuss the captaincy. Basically, Harry Kane is our captain. If Harry Kane doesnt play I have a decision to make. At this moment in time, Im... Читать дальше...

Jill Scott has stressed England must not be distracted by the occasion and stay logical when they face Scotland in their Womens World Cup opener on Sunday.The teams meet in a much-anticipated Group D clash in Nice two days after the tournament gets under way.Lionesses midfielder Scott said: The fans probably see it as a little weekend break away for us, it is one of the biggest games of our lives.Go behind the scenes with your favourite team From London to Nice, courtesy of the #Lionesses pic.twitter.com/1FpsbwmNl4... Читать дальше...

Holland boss Ronald Koeman believes England have a chance of winning Euro 2020 and revealed Gareth Southgates remodelling was a blueprint for his own approach to international management.The Dutch face the Three Lions in the Nations League semi-finals in Guimaraes on Thursday night aiming for a place in the first-ever final of UEFAs latest competition.Having managed in the Premier League with both Southampton and Everton, Koeman saw up-close the evolution of the England team under Southgate which... Читать дальше...

Moussa Djenepo is set to join Southampton from Standard Liege subject to a work permit, Press Association Sport understands.The 20-year-old striker has impressed in the Belgian top-flight since joining two years ago in a cut-price move from Yeelen Olympique in Mali, scoring 12 goals in 54 appearances, with 28 starts.It is understood Saints have been in talks with Standard over the last month, with a 14million deal struck, albeit with the move subject to a work permit, meaning official confirmation... Читать дальше...

Curtis Main admitted the lure of European football was a major factor after leaving Motherwell for Aberdeen.The English frontman was out of contract at Fir Park and is looking forward to tasting Europa League action with the Dons.Main told RedTV: Im excited by the challenge and by the different aspect of playing for Aberdeen.Obviously European football is a big draw and its a big club, one that I am excited to join. So now I am here I am looking forward to getting started.Ive enjoyed playing in the... Читать дальше...

Aston Villa have signed Jota from city rivals Birmingham for an undisclosed fee.The 27-year-old Spanish attacker has signed a two-year contract with the Premier League newcomers. He is reunited at Villa Park with Dean Smith, who was also his manager at Brentford.Meanwhile, Villa midfielder Gary Gardner has completed a permanent transfer in the opposite direction for an undisclosed fee."I can't wait to be in the #PL with this club." @KingJota speaks for the first time as an #AVFC player.#PartOfThePride... Читать дальше...

Gianluigi Buffon is to leave Paris St Germain following the expiration of his contract.After 17 seasons with Juventus, the 41-year-old goalkeeper joined PSG on a free transfer last summer, making 25 appearances in all competitions and helping the club retain the domestic title.On their website PSG hailedBuffon as the greatest goalkeeper in the history of football.Buffon said:Thank you all for everything I have had the opportunity to experience in Paris.Grazie Grande Gigi @PSG_English thanks @gianluigibuffon... Читать дальше...

Real Madrid have struggled to find a suitor for Bale, but Inter Milan have emerged as a serious suitor, according to diarioGOL.Antonio Conte will be managing the Nerazzurri next season and is keen on bringing the Welshman to Milan.The report states that Conte already wanted ex-Tottenham Hotspur talismanduring his time at Chelsea, but the Blues were reluctant to invest.But at Inter, conte believes Bale can be the player around which he build a team to compete for Serie A.And since Chinese tycoon Steven... Читать дальше...

Villa have confirmed that Jota has swappedhis blue top for claret one.This is newly promoted Villa's first summer signing and has joined for an undisclosed fee.The former Real Madrid B and Brentford Bee joined Birmingham City in 2017 for a club record fee.Jota managed nine assists in the Championship last season from his position on thewing.Villa coach Dean Smith managedJota at Brentford, and had the following to say:“I worked with Jota at Brentford. He’s a superb, talented player and Birmingham... Читать дальше...

According to WalesOnline, the Reds are showing a keen interest in Etheridge, but are yet to make a formal approach for the player.This comes just after Aston Villa were widely reported to have had an £8million bid for the 'keeper turned down.Villa are thought to be preparing an improved offer.Fulham and West Ham United are also rumoured to be interested in the Phillipines international.Etheridge recently commented on the prospect of sitting on the bench at a Premier League club by Phillipino press."You’re one step away... Читать дальше...

The Hazard saga has been a talking point all season, since Chelsea rebuffed Real Madrid's advances last summer.Butfor some time now it's looked increasingly likley that a deal will be done between the two clubs.A sports TV channel in Spain (El Chiringuito TV)that cover most Real Madrid news, have now claimed that Los Blancos will announce Hazard in the coming hours.EXCLUSIVA #JUGONES | El FICHAJE DE HAZARD por el REAL MADRID se hará OFICIAL en las PRÓXIMAS HORAS. El PRECIO rondará los 100 MILLONES. Читать дальше...

Barcelona have been rumoured to be looking at signing reinforcements at left-back for some time now and the report lists no fewerthan eight targets.One of them is Arsenal's Bosnian wing-back Kolasinac, who managed nineassists from the left flank this season.Arsenal are reportedlysomewhat reluctant to sell, but given their financial restraints may be tempted by a figure of around €25 million.The report states that eventhough Kolasinac is a different style of defender to Jordi Alba, he could be useful... Читать дальше...

1.Carolyn Radford(Mansfield Town)The CEO of Mansfield Town spoke to Talksport in April from Portugal where she was holidaying, to say that she wasn’t planning on returning anytime soon. This was because the Stags were in the middle of a four-game unbeaten streak while she was away as they chased automatic promotion from League Two.The run ended with a 3-2 defeat to Oldham and so did the Radfords' holidays, ultimately culminating with an agnosing loss to Newport in the playoffs.2.Romeo Anconetani(Pisa)A... Читать дальше...

Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Frank Lampard, Eden Hazard. All have graced the playing surface at Stamford Bridge, and 11 junior teams have been given that very same opportunity as part of a new Hyundai initiative.On a pleasant summer’s day, teams travelled to west London from various locations all across the UK. When they arrived, Chelsea legend Gus Poyet was there to greet them - and even Stamford The Lion, too.They were invited forthe launch of Hyundai FC, a grass roots football programme that will run throughout 2019... Читать дальше...

The 32-year-old, who plays at Manchester City alongside captain Steph Houghton, is one of the squad’s most experienced players, having played at three World Cups and three European Championships as an England midfielder.One of her first football memories was winning the man of the match trophy, when she played for a boy’s team at the age of seven.Speaking in the July issue of FourFourTwomagazine, Scott says: “They wanted to change the inscription to ‘Girl of the Match’, but I kicked up a fuss and... Читать дальше...

According to Spanish television outlet El Chiringuito (via The Sun), Mbappe has requested to leave Paris Saint-Germain following previous expressions of disatisfaction.The Ligue 1 Player of the Yeartold press that he feels ready for more of a leading role during his acceptance speech last week:"I have discovered a lot here, and I feel it is perhaps the moment to have more responsibility."I hope that can maybe be at Paris Saint-Germain, that would be a great pleasure, or perhaps elsewhere with a new... Читать дальше...

Scott McKenna admits Scotland need to follow their female counterparts lead and attract the crowds back to Hampden.But the Aberdeen defender is confident the positivity from the club scene allied with the optimism over the appointment of Steve Clarke can help them rediscover the feelgood factor.Scotland Women brought in a record crowd when they beat Jamaica at the national stadium last week in their final World Cup warm-up.Scotland Women played in front of a record home crowd against Jamaica (Andrew... Читать дальше...

According to the Daily Star, Arsenal's number one defensive target is Barcelona's Samuel Umtiti.However, the World Cup winning defender is set to cost north of £35 million, which would use up most of Arsenal's summer budget.As a result, the Gunnersare reportedly stepping up their interest in RB Leipzig's Dayot Upamecano.The 20-year-old is highly rated and Arsenal believe he could freshen up a decliningbackline.Arsenal had scouts watch the Frenchman as he played 71 minutes for the France Under 21s... Читать дальше...

According to Corriere dello Sport (via the Metro), United are finalising preparations and will bidfor Koulibaly soon.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is reportedly desperate to sign a top centre-back to bolster a leaky defence.United's proposed bid would be £84 million, which would make Koulibaly the most expensive defender in history.However, with Koulibaly's release clause sitting at £133 million, Napoli are thought to be hanging on for a fee closer to that figure.If theReds fail in their pursuit, they will... Читать дальше...

Celtic have announced plans to upgrade their Barrowfield training ground including the construction of one of Scotlands largest indoor football arenas.Bought in 1959, Barrowfield was where Celtic greats from Jock Stein and his Lisbon Lions to Martin ONeills treble-winners of the early 2000s limbered up until the club moved the first-team to a new purpose-built facility at Lennoxtown in 2007.But the Hoops youth teams have continued to use the old Barrowfield base which is located a short distance... Читать дальше...

Having won the Champions League last weekend, Liverpool are reportedly nowlooking to flex their muscles in the transfer market.Matthijs de Ligt's incredible season as captain of a hugely successful Ajax side has made him one of the most desirable players in the game.At first, Barcelona were thought to have all but sealed a deal for the 19-year-old, like they did with his team-mateFrenkie de Jong.However, Barca's grasp appeared to slip when Manchester United reportedly made a hugely lucrative offer.But... Читать дальше...

According to The Express, Juventus may struggle to pay full price for Pogba, so are exploring the possibilities of a player-plus-cashdeal.Dybala is one of three names reportedly on the table, with Miralem Pjianic and Joao Cancelo also touted.Dybala's future has been in question for some time, with some reports indicating he wantedto quit the club after Cristiano Ronaldo's arrival.This would put Real Madrid in a tricky position, as they are reportedly also reluctant to spend what would be an estimated £130million on Pogba.However... Читать дальше...

Hamilton made their second summer signing after announcing the capture of Falkirk defender Ciaran McKenna.The 21-year-old came through Celtics youth set-up but turned down the chance to sign professional terms with the Hoops as he opted to take a scholarship at Duke University in the United States.McKenna returned to Scotland in January to sign for Falkirk, registering 17 appearances for Ray MacKinnons side.Now he has become Brian Rices second Accies addition following Brian Eastons return to the... Читать дальше...