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‘Absolute garbage’: Many Leeds fans react to Phil Hay’s tweet
Leeds United managed only a draw against relegation-threatened Luton Town on Tuesday night at Elland Road. Marcelo Bielsa’s side came from behind to salvage a 1-1 draw. It wasn’t a convincing performance at all from the Whites who are struggling with consistency since the restart. Harry Cornick gave the visitors a shock second-half lead with a superb curling finish. Leeds equalized through Stuart Dallas in the 63rd minute. They created enough chances in the second half but failed to convert their chances. Phil Hay, the Athletic journalist, who was covering the game, posted a series of tweets after the game. He has praised Pablo Hernandez and Ezgjan Alioski for the impact they made after coming from the bench. It’s a point but you wanted three. That felt like harder work than it ...
Report: Southampton ready to take a £5 million loss on player
According to The Scottish Sun, Southampton want £5 million as transfer fee for Celtic target Fraser Forster. It has been reported that Celtic want to bring Forster back to Celtic Park for the 2020-21 campaign. The 32-year-old goalkeeper spent the 2019-20 season on loan at the Hoops from the Saints and played an important role in Neil Lennon’s side winning the Scottish Premiership title. The Scottish Sun has claimed that Southampton want £5 million as transfer fee for Forster, having signed him from Celtic in 2014 for £10 million, meaning that the Premier League club are willing to take a £5 million loss on the England international goalkeeper. The report has stated that Celtic find the £5 million asking price too much, further adding of the Glasgow giants’ interest in David Marshall a...
NBA Will Paint ‘Black Lives Matter’ On Courts When Play Resumes: Report
Source: Michael A. McCoy / Getty When the NBA restarts, the league will definitely make sure to remind viewers that ‘Black Lives Matter.’ According to reports, the NBA will paint ‘Black Lives Matter’ on NBA courts when the action tips off at ESPN’s Wide World of Sports at Walt Disney World in Orlando. The NBA’s players have been very outspoken following the death of George Floyd while he was in police custody. Some players led by Kyrie Irving and Avery Bradley were worried that playing basketball would be a distraction to fight for social justice. Viewers can expect to see ‘Black Lives Matter’ “inside the sidelines of all three arenas at Disney World in Orlando, ESPN reported Monday.” USA Today further reports ‘Black Lives Matter’ will be on two sides of each court, in front of the b...
Report: Tottenham confident of signing 24-yr-old, star keen on joining Mourinho’s side
Tottenham are confident of signing the Southampton midfielder Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg this summer. According to The Telegraph, he is a top target for Jose Mourinho and Hojbjerg prefers a move to Spurs over other options. It will be interesting to see if the two clubs can agree on a fee now. Southampton want around £35million for their star midfielder but Spurs want to sign him for less. The report adds that Tottenham will have to raise money through sales this summer before they can invest in new players. The 24-year-old will be out of contract next summer and he is likely to be sold this summer. Saints won’t want to lose him for free and it would be wise of them to cash in on the player now. Hojbjerg is well settled in the Premier League and if he moves to Tottenham, he should be able ...
‘Sell him’, ‘Get rid’ – Some West Ham fans react to Cresswell’s comments regarding teammate
West Ham defender Aaron Cresswell has claimed that teammate Declan Rice would improve further if he left the club to play with better players. Cresswell explained that he doesn’t want the England international to leave the club but the reality is Rice would be able to achieve his potential if he plays next to top-quality players. He said (h/t talksport): “He’s close to 100 Premier League games already, and I’m not just saying that because he’s a West Ham player and a good mate of mine, but I really do believe he’s one of the top talents in the country. “I wouldn’t like to see him leave, but if he were to ever leave he would become another level with better players around him. “He’s come in at centre-back over the last couple of games due to injuries we’ve had and he can play either. I...
Report: Celtic submit offer for 26-yr-old midfielder, Gerrard wants to sign him as well
Celtic have submitted a bid for the Brest midfielder Haris Belkebla. The 26-year-old has been linked with a move to Rangers as well recently. As per Le Buteur, Celtic have put forward an interesting offer for the player and Belkebla is keen on a move abroad. However, the Ligue 1 side are not keen on a transfer and it will be interesting to see if Celtic or Rangers can change their mind. Belkebla is a central midfielder but he can operate as a defensive midfielder as well. Celtic need someone like him as the long term alternative to Scott Brown. The Celtic star is past his peak and he will need to be phased out soon. Belkebla could prove to be a good signing for the Scottish giants for the right price. It remains to be seen how Brest deal with their reported offer. The French club migh...
Nicolo Schira: Euro club ‘in very advanced talks’ to sign 18-goal Arsenal & Spurs target
According to reliable journalist and transfer expert, Nico Schira, Serie A giants Napoli are in advanced talks to sign Lille striker Victor Osimhen. He has claimed that the 21-year-old is the first-choice striker of Napoli boss Gennaro Gattuso. The Italian club could lose top striker Arkadiusz Milik in the summer transfer window, and Napoli are eyeing Osimhen as a potential replacement. Napoli are ready to offer him a five-year deal, and club chairman Aurelio De Laurentiis is working to reach an agreement to sign the player. #Napoli are in very advanced talks with Victor #Oshimen. He is the first choice of #Gattuso as a striker to replace #Milik. For him is ready 5-years contract. De Laurentiis is working to reach an agreement with #Lille. #transfers — Nicolò ...
Colin Kaepernick & Ava DuVernay Team Up With Netflix For Dramatic Series On His High School Years
Source: Carmen Mandato / Getty Colin Kaepernick is known for using his platform and voice to speak up for others, but with his latest venture, he’s giving fans a glimpse of his road to stardom. On Tuesday (Jun 30), Netflix announced the partnership with Colin Kaepernick and Academy Award Nominee and Emmy Award Winner, Ava DuVernay, to produce a limited scripted series focus on Kaepernick’s formative high school years, lending meaningful insight into the acts and experiences that led him to become the activist he is today. “We’re proud to bring Colin’s experience and his creative vision to life as he joins Ava to share his powerful story and message with all our members around the world,” said Cindy Holland, Vice President, Original Content for Netflix. “It is an unparalleled union of two s...
Garbutt reacts as Everton manager Ancelotti says he doesn’t know who he is
Luke Garbutt has left Everton after 11 years of being at the club following the end of the five-year deal he penned in 2015. Today officially my contract at @Everton has now expired after been at the club for 11 years! The club has been a huge part of my life, and one I had huge pride to represent. There’s been many ups and a few downs which I couldn’t control. @Everton good luck for the future 💙 — Luke Garbutt (@luke_garbutt) June 30, 2020 The 27-year-old played 12 times across all competitions for the Toffees, spending the campaign on loan at League One’s Ipswich Town. Garbutt also had loan stints at Oxford United, Wigan Athletic, Fulham, Colchester United and Cheltenham Town, but he never had enough quality to force his way into the Everton team on a permanent basis. The defende...
Report: Tottenham keen on 25-yr-old midfielder, Mourinho dreams of signing star
Tottenham are keen on signing the Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinković-Savić this summer. According to Footmercato, the 25-year-old’s profile has impressed the London club and Jose Mourinho dreams of signing him. The Tottenham manager wants to add more power and presence to his midfield and he has identified the Serbian as a target. It will be interesting to see if Spurs can agree on a deal with Lazio. The report claims that Manchester City and Manchester United have been keen on the player in the past. Spurs have a limited transfer budget and they might have to execute a few sales in order to sign someone like Sergej Milinković-Savić. Lazio will not want to sell a key player on a cut-price deal and they will look to demand a premium for the midfielder’s services. Sergej Milinković...
Chris Sutton shares his eight-word reaction to Celtic’s latest signing
Celtic have signed Mohamed Elyounoussi on loan from Southampton for another season. The Scottish champions have confirmed the transfer on their official website and former Hoops ace Chris Sutton has now shared his reaction to the move. The popular Scottish pundit tweeted that it is good business from Celtic. His tweet read: Elyounoussi another year is good business from Celtic… — Chris Sutton (@chris_sutton73) June 30, 2020 Elyounoussi was on loan at Celtic this past season as well but he struggled with injuries. If he can stay fit next year, he could be a key player for Neil Lennon. In the games he played this past season, he managed to showcase his mercurial talent. Elyounoussi needs to play regular first team football at this stage of his career and the decision to rejoin Celtic on loan...
‘Glad’, ‘Thrilled’, ‘Everything’s coming up’ – Some Liverpool fans react to Sane’s exit
Manchester City winger Leroy Sane will play for Bayern Munich next season. As per Guardian, the two clubs have agreed on a deal worth around €60m with add-ons. Sane has had a season filled with injuries and he will be hoping to return strongly next year. It will be interesting to see how he performs with the German champions. The Manchester winger is a world-class talent who could be the ideal long-term replacement for Ribery next season. Bayern have already replaced Robben with Gnabry. Robben and Ribery were key to Bayern’s style of play and the German club have done well to replace their former players with a couple of outstanding talents. Manchester City have two quality wingers in Sterling and Mahrez but they will have to bring in a top player to replace Sane properly. Otherwise, ...
