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#AfterTheLastDance: The Fumble Recaps The “Food Poisoning” Game, Dennis Rodman Wrestling & More
Source: JEFF HAYNES / Getty All good things must come to an end, unfortunately, and that’s the case with the ESPN’s 10-part Michael Jordan series, The Last Dance. The Fumble is back with their after show, #AfterTheLastDance, to recap the final two episodes. Chris Clarke (@CK2K) and Jackie Rae (@JRaeTheFanatic) of The Fumble are back to discuss the final two episodes of the exceptional Michael Jordan ESPN doc The Last Dance. Episode 9’s action picks up with The Bulls toughest test in the playoffs, the Reggie Miller lead Indiana Pacers coached by Larry Bird before heading to the finals to take on the Utah Jazz. The episode also touched on Steve Kerr and how he also tragically lost his father in which could have been an opportunity both he and Michael could have bonded on. The highlight ...
Ex-Celtic hitman Moussa Dembele brutally mocks Rangers following SPFL title decision
Former Celtic striker Moussa Dembele has reacted to Celtic’s emergence as the Scottish Premiership title winners for the season, mocking Rangers for celebrating like they won the league following last December’s Old Firm win. Steven Gerrard’s men secured a 2-1 victory at the expense of Neil Lennon’s side at Parkhead in the last game before the winter break, securing their first win in nine years at the ground of their bitter rivals and cutting the gap between them at the top of the Scottish Premiership to two points, with a game in hand. However, Rangers lost momentum when action resumed in January while Celtic secured 12 wins and a draw in their next 13 games. The Hoops’ two-point lead at the end of the year was extended to a 13-point lead in a timescale of less than two months, and they ...
Report: Euro club in talks to sign Celtic player, could face competition from Newcastle
According to reports from French media outlet Le 10 Sport, German giants Borussia Dortmund are interested in signing Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard. It has been claimed that Dortmund are looking for a replacement of Erling Haaland already. The 19-year-old striker joined Dortmund during the January transfer window and has been in sensational form. He has scored 41 goals this term but could still leave the club. He has a release clause of £63m and there is no shortage of admirers. Dortmund have earmarked Edouard as a potential replacement in case he leaves the club. Talks between the two clubs are currently underway. Edouard has scored 27 goals in 46 games for Celtic and has further provided 19 assists. Clearly he is now ready to jump the ship and play for a top European club....
‘It’s right that we allow’: Newcastle receive massive boost in the takeover process
The Newcastle United takeover process is taking a long time to reach a conclusion and quite naturally the fans are getting nervous and anxious. A deal in the region of £300 million has been agreed between Mike Ashley and the Newcastle potential owners. The deal has been agreed, while the potential new owners have signed a contract as well. The would-be new owners – Amanda Staveley’s consortium — comprising her company PCP Capital Partners (10 per cent), the billionaire Reuben brothers (10 per cent) and the 80 per cent majority stakeholding of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) – have done their part, and are awaiting the official confirmation from the Premier League. There are objections of human rights violations and piracy against the Saudi consortium. Last week, ...
Peter Schmeichel says Spurs winger is a realistic target he’d like Man Utd to sign
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel has revealed that he would love to see his former club sign Tottenham Hotspur winger Son Heung-min. The Dane was asked during a Q&A session on Twitter which realistic target he would like the Red Devils to land, and he chose the South Korean: Son from spurs https://t.co/M2KGyVKnAI — Peter Schmeichel (@Pschmeichel1) May 18, 2020 Man. Utd have been routinely linked with a Spurs star as boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to boost his squad, but it’s not the player Schmeichel wants. While Son will definitely help improve the Red Devils attack, it’s Tottenham striker Harry Kane that is very much on their radar. The England international has admitted he wouldn’t hesitate to leave North London if the silverware aren’t forthcoming, and he has been tipped ...
Report: Wolves keen on highly rated defender, but face competition from PL giants
Wolves are interested in signing the highly-rated defender Rayan Ait-Nouri. As per Birmingham Mail, Manchester City are keen on the player as well. The 18-year-old is a prodigious talent and he is rated highly across Europe. It will be interesting to see if the Premier League side manages to sign him this summer. Wolves certainly have the resources to pull off a signing like this. However, Angers director Sebastien Larcier believes that the current health crisis could tip things in favour of the selling club. The financial impact of Covid-19 is likely to curb the transfer spending this summer and it could help clubs hold on to their prized assets. Ait-Nouri was a target for Premier League clubs in January as well and there was an offer of around €30m for him. However, the move never materi...
Report: PL rival club join the race to sign £13m West Ham & Spurs target
According to reports from the Daily Mail, Arsenal have joined the race to sign Serhou Guirassy in the summer transfer window. The Gunners have joined fellow London rivals Chelsea, Tottenham, and West Ham in the race to sign the striker. Guirassy plays for Amiens who are relegated following the abrupt end to the Ligue 1 season. The 24-year-old has impressed for the French club in 2019-20, scoring nine goals in 23 Ligue 1 games. The striker is now expected to leave the club in the next transfer window, and four major London clubs are vying for his signature. Earlier this month, Le 10 Sport claimed that Spurs have made an enquiry about signing the striker. London rivals West Ham are also in the hunt to sign the forward who could cost in the region of €15 million (£13.2 million)...
‘Hell of a player’: Some Newcastle fans react to latest transfer update
Newcastle United fans have taken to social networking site Twitter to express their reaction to reports linking the club with a move for Celtic striker Odsonne Edouard. According to reports from Daily Record, the Magpies are weighing up a £25m offer for the Celtic striker. Newcastle United have scouted the Celtic striker this season who once again have enjoyed a fantastic campaign for the Bhoys. The 22-year-old is a promising young striker who is ready to take the next step in his career. The Frenchman has scored 22 goals in the Scottish Premiership and three goals in the Europa League for Celtic this season. It has been claimed that Edouard views Newcastle as an ‘attractive next step’ in his career. Many Newcastle fans believe that Edouard would be a good signing ...
46y/o interested in buying Leeds United named as football’s most influential person
Qatar Sports Investments chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi has been named as football’s most influential person by France Football. The Paris Saint-Germain President, who is still very much interested in buying Leeds United, has topped the Top 50 most powerful/influential people list drawn up by the Ballon d’Or organizers. Al-Khelaifi has established himself as one of the most important people in the game, and having him as Leeds owner will definitely boost the fortunes of the Elland Road outfit. According to 90min, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund are aware of QSI’s interest in Leeds and aren’t looking to be left behind when it comes to buying clubs. While QSI are yet to own the Whites, it appears that a prospective takeover is still very much on the cards. Talks aren’t ongoing at the...
Chris Sutton’s instant reaction as Celtic are declared Scottish Premiership winners
Celtic have been crowned the Scottish Premiership champions for the ninth successive season after the SPFL opted to end the 2019-20 campaign as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. 🍀⚪ Our 9, is your 9. We dedicate this league title to you 💚 Celtic Football Club – #9INAROW CHAMPIONS! 🏆9️⃣#StayHomeStaySafe — Celtic Football Club (from 🏡) (@CelticFC) May 18, 2020 The league was suspended on March 13 with eight games left due to the health crisis, and with the Hoops topping the league table with 13 points, the board decided they are worthy winners on a points per game basis. Rangers had a game in hand and were insistent on finishing the campaign as they fancied their chances, but it wasn’t enough to stop the SPFL. The Scottish Championship,...
John Hartson and Stan Collymore react as Celtic win 9th SPL title in a row
The 2019-20 Scottish Premiership season has formally ended. The SPFL have confirmed the cancellation of the remainder of top-flight fixtures, following a board meeting on Monday. And with that, Celtic are being crowned the Scottish champions for the ninth consecutive time. The Championship, League One and League Two had already been called off. Celtic were 13 points ahead of rivals Glasgow Rangers, having played a game more when the league was postponed due to the Coronavirus pandemic. Celtic legend John Hartson and popular pundit Stan Collymore have expressed their reactions on Twitter after the news broke out: Huge congratulations to Celtic FC.. the staff , players and the supporters. 9 in a row and counting! 🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀🍀 ...
Chis Sutton aims a dig at Rangers as Celtic crowned SPL champions
Glasgow Rangers have finished second in the Scottish Premiership table after Ibrox-rivals Celtic have been crowned SPFL champions on Monday. The 2019-20 Scottish Premiership season has been abandoned. The SPFL have ended the season early due to the global health crisis. As a result, Hearts are now relegated to the Championship. The Gers have finished second behind Celtic who have now won the Scottish Premier League title for the 9th consecutive season. The SPFL have confirmed in a statement on Monday that they have used the points-per-game system to finalise the standings. Chris Sutton, former Celtic striker turned popular football pundit, has aimed a cheeky dig at Rangers after the announcement was made. Fair play to Rangers closing the gap to 13 points 👏👏 — Chris Sutton (...
