Новости за 19.05.2019

Ernesto Valverde hopes Barcelonas 2-2 draw at Eibar will serve as a wake-up call ahead of the Copa del Rey final.Lionel Messi scored a quick-fire double after Marc Cucurellas opener, but the champions were pegged back in the last game of their LaLiga campaign by Pablo De Blasis equaliser.Barca head to Seville to face Valencia next Saturday as they look to win a record fifth straight Copa del Rey. These are the final league standings of @LaLigaEN 18-19! Congrats champs, see you next season! FORA BARA! Читать дальше...

Manchester City midfielder David Silva insists Vincent Kompany will be here forever after the Belgium international announced he is ending his 11-year association with the club.Kompany helped City to 10 trophies, including this years domestic treble, over 360 games since arriving from Hamburg in 2008.Less than 24 hours after lifting the FA Cup, the 33-year-old announced he had been appointed as player-manager of Belgian side Anderlecht, a club he joined at the age of six.He was here the first day I came to the club. Читать дальше...

Neil Lennon believes Celtic fans were given a glimpse of the future when 16-year-oldKaramoko Dembele made his debut in the 2-1 win over Heartsat Parkhead.Dembele replaced the injured Oliver Burke for the second half, with the game at 1-1 after fringe player Mikey Johnstons early opener had been cancelled out by Jake Mulraney.Dembele went through his repertoire of tricks to the delight of the home fans, although it was 20-year-old Johnston who drove in the winner, giving the Hoops the win which meant... Читать дальше...

Danny Rowes second-half strike proved enough as AFC Fylde beat National League champions Leyton Orient 1-0 to claim the FA Trophy at Wembley.Andy Bond had a couple of chances to put the losing play-off finalists ahead from close range in the opening half, while team-mate Nick Haughton found the side netting as James Brophy came close at the other end.Jordan Maguire-Drew hit the post five minutes after the break as Orient searched for an opener, while Dan Happe headed an effort over and Marvin Ekpiteta... Читать дальше...

Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes admits he is proud of his players efforts despite missing out on an automatic Europa League place.After watching the Dons come from behind to beat Hibernian in Sundays final Premiership match of the season, McInnes congratulated Kilmarnock on finishing third on goal difference ahead of his team.And he concedes he will now be hoping for a Celtic victory over Hearts in next weekends Scottish Cup final so that his side can earn the final European spot.McInnes said: Weve beaten a good team... Читать дальше...

Scotland-bound Steve Clarke bid an emotional farewell to Rugby Park after steering Kilmarnock to their first third-place finish in 53 years.The Scottish Football Association are set to make their move for the former West Brom and Reading boss on Monday as they look to name Alex McLeishs successor as Scotland boss.But the 55-year-old will bow out on a high in Ayrshire after Sundays 2-1 win over Rangers ensured his side pipped Aberdeen to book a guaranteed Europa League slot.Clarke who did not speak... Читать дальше...

Lionel Messi struck twice for Barcelona as the title-winners were held to a 2-2 draw at Eibar in their final league game of the season.Eibar took the lead against the LaLiga champions through Marc Cucurella, before Messi fired back with two goals in two minutes to put Barcelona ahead.In a game with plenty of chances, Eibar equalised on the stroke of half-time as Pablo De Blasis incredible volley ensured the points were shared.6 Leo Messi equals Telmo Zarra as the player with the most Pichichi awards... Читать дальше...

Aberdeen missed out on an automatic Europa League berth despite a 2-1 win at Hibernian on the final day of the Ladbrokes Premiership campaign.The Dons came from behind to secure victory as Sam Cosgrove and James Wilson both scored after Marc McNulty had given Paul Heckingbottoms side the lead.However, Kilmarnock clinched third place on goal difference after beating Rangers at Rugby Park, meaning Aberdeen now need Celtic to beat Hearts in the Scottish Cup final if they are to claim the last European... Читать дальше...

Steve Clarke is set to leave Kilmarnock with a farewell gift of a third-place finish in the Ladbrokes Premiership after Eamonn Brophys late penalty sealed a 2-1 win over Rangers at Rugby Park.With the Killie boss expected to be named the new Scotland manager this week, Clarke was hoping to leave on the back of the Ayrshire outfits highest league finish since 1966.And Clarke watching from the stands after receiving a ban for criticising referee Steven McLean got his wish as Brophy drilled home from... Читать дальше...

Celtic rounded off their Ladbrokes Premiership title-winning season with a win while Kilmarnock secured third place with victory over Rangers.Mikey Johnston scored both Celtic goals as they saw off Hearts 2-1 at Parkhead.Celtic players celebrate with the trophy (Jane Barlow/PA).The 20-year-olds early opener was cancelled out by a brilliant curling finish from Hearts winger Jake Mulraney after a goalkeeping error from Scott Bain.Sixteen-year-old Karamoko Dembele was given his Celtic debut in the second half... Читать дальше...

Mikey Johnston helped Celtic draw down the curtain on an eighth successiveLadbrokes Premiership title-winning season with a double in a 2-1 win over Hearts at Parkhead.With a view to next weeks William Hill Scottish Cup final between thetwo clubs at Hampden Park where a Hoops victory will secure an unprecedented domestic treble treble both sides were much-changed for the final day of the league season.Amid a celebratory trophy-day atmosphere fringe player Johnston fired in the opener with less... Читать дальше...

Vincent Kompany decided to end his trophy-laden 11-year stay at Manchester City after being made an offer he could not refuse by his old club Anderlecht.Less than 24 hours after lifting the FA Cup, his 10th major honour since arriving at the Etihad Stadium from Hamburg in 2008, the 33-year-old Belgium defender announced on Sunday that he was leaving to take up the post of player-manager with the team where he launched his professional career.If that came as a shock to Citys fans, it was a decision... Читать дальше...

Zinedine Zidane has accepted his share of the blame for Real Madrids disastrous season.Speaking after watching his side slip to a 2-0 home defeat by Real Betis in their final LaLiga fixture, Zidane, who returned to the Bernabeu to replace Santiago Solari in March, pulled no punches in his assessment of the campaign.He told a press conference: What happened this year has to be accepted. Im to blame weve had 11 games and won just 5. That is what it is. FT: @RealMadrid 0-2 @RealBetis_en Loren 61',... Читать дальше...

Arsenal want to sign Wilfried Zaha but will need Crystal Palace to dramatically lower their asking price to get a deal over the line.According toThe Sun, Unai Emery has identified the winger as one of his leading transfer targets this summer.Zaha has told Palace that he wants to join a Champions League club after another stellar season at Selhurst Park.And Arsenal, who will qualify for Europe's premier competition if they beat Chelsea in the Europa League final, are keen to add the Ivory Coast international... Читать дальше...

Little about Vincent Kompany is ordinary.An accomplished central defender who is as comfortable on the ball as he is at denying opponents the same luxury, he has proved himself a leader of rare quality on and off the pitch.The 33-year-old Belgium international is also equipped with academic intelligence and a social conscience borne out of a testing upbringing which has shaped not only his career in football, but his preparation for what lies ahead when he eventually hangs up his boots.The suns come... Читать дальше...

Crystal Palace will demand £60m for Manchester United target Aaron Wan-Bissaka, according toThe Daily Mail.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to improve his defensive options ahead of next season after United conceded 54 goalsin the Premier League this term.The Norwegian has identified Wan-Bissaka as a potential option at right-back after the 21-year-old's brilliant campaign at Selhurst Park.However, Palace do not want to lose the youngster in the same summer as Wilfried Zaha, who looks set to depart for... Читать дальше...

Cody Cooke says St Mirren are on a roll that could spare them the pain of relegation. Striker Cooke climbed off the bench to fire a hat-trick as Oran Kearneys side claimed a 3-2 win over Dundee at Dens Park on Saturday. But the result was not enough to save the Buddies from finishing in the relegation play-off spot and they will now have to fight for their top-flight lives in this weeks Thursday-Sunday shoot out with Dundee United. But having chalked up six games without defeat, Cooke believes his... Читать дальше...

PSG will make a move to sign Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante this summer, report theDaily Mirror.The Ligue 1 champions have cooled their interest in Everton's Idrissa Gueye and will now turn their attention towards the France international.PSG have endured a disappointing season despite winning the Ligue 1 title, with their Champions League defeat by Manchester United a particular low point.Thomas Tuchel is now seeking to strengthen his squad ahead of a European challenge next term, with Kante among... Читать дальше...

Loren Moron and Jese teamed up to hand Real Betis a famous victory at the Estadio Bernabeu as Real Madrids disappointing season ended with a whimper.Morons 61st-minute strike and a second from Jese with quarter of an hour remaining secured a deserved 2-0 win for the visitors on a day when Gareth Bale did not make it off the bench amid continuing speculation that he could be one of the casualties of a major overhaul by Zinedine Zidane this summer.Zidanes men, who started the day 18 points adrift of... Читать дальше...

Belgian defender Dedryck Boyata has left Celtic for German side Hertha Berlin on what is described as a long-term deal.The 28-year-oldwas available on a free transfer with his contract at the Glasgow outfit expiring this summer.The German clubs sporting director Michael Preetz said: Weve had Dedryck in our sights for some time now and are fully convinced of his qualities, and we are confident that he is a real reinforcement for our defence.Boyata moved to Celtic in 2015 from Manchester City.He was... Читать дальше...

Brian Rice wants Hamilton to be a magnet for young footballers in Scotland.Accies had seven academy graduates in their squad of 18 on Saturday for the 2-0 home win over St Johnstone which secured their Ladbrokes Premiership status for a record sixth season.The Lanarkshire side started the last day of the campaign one point ahead of second-bottom St Mirren and goals from defender Ziggy Gordon and attacker Steve Davies ensured the Buddies 3-2 win at already-relegated Dundee was irrelevant.Rice told... Читать дальше...

Arsenal are eyeing a bargain deal for Lorient forward Alexis Claude-Maurice, writeThe Daily Express.Unai Emery does not have a huge budget to spend this summer and is therefore looking for value in the market.Claude-Maurice certainly fits that description, with the 20-year-old available for around £9m.The France Under-20 international has scored 14 goals in 35 Ligue 2 appearances this term.And Arsenal will not be put off by his lack of top-flight experience given the success of Matteo Guendouzi,... Читать дальше...

Gary Holt praised Scott Tiffoney after his late double almost completed a brilliant second-half comeback from Livingston against Motherwell.The Steelmen were cruising towards a comfortable 3-0 win until the 22-year-old was introduced for Ryan Hardie in the 62nd minute. Tiffoney stabbed home at the back post with 10 minutes remaining before racing past the Motherwell defence and firing beyond Mark Gillespie to set up a nervy finish. Livingston manager Holt believes Tiffoney could have a breakthrough... Читать дальше...

Chelsea will offer Callum Hudson-Odoi the No.10 shirt in a bid to convince him to stay put this summer, according toThe Daily Mail.The England international submitted a transfer request in January but the Blues refused to sell him to Bayern Munich.The Bundesliga champions remain interested in the 18-year-old and look set to launch another move for him ahead of next season.Hudson-Odoi is out of contract in June 2020 and Chelsea have so far been unable to persuade him to extend his deal.But with Eden Hazard poised to join Real Madrid... Читать дальше...

Kevin De Bruyne is enjoying the afterglow of Manchester Citys unbelievable treble-winning season rather than focusing on the future, especially after putting a stop-start season behind him in the FA Cup final.History was made at Wembley as Pep Guardiolas swashbuckling side followed up Premier League and Carabao Cup glory by completing the domestic treble.No mens side in English football history had previously achieved the feat, while only Bury in 1903 could match Saturdays 6-0 winning scoreline in... Читать дальше...