Новости за 26.07.2019

Hibernian booked their place in the last 16 of the Betfred Cup as group winners after a hard-fought win at Scottish League Two side Elgin.Joe Newell opened the scoring for the visitors after 10 minutes and Florian Kamberi doubled their advantage after the break, although both goals were due to defensive mistakes.The Premiership side flew out of the blocks and Kamberi was inches away with a low strike from distance in the third minute.They went ahead after an Elgin error let in Daryl Horgan on the... Читать дальше...

Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac has been hailed as a hero after fending off two armed robbers who targeted himself, team-mate Mesut Ozil and their wives.In a widely shared video, Kolasinac can be seen fighting off masked men with knives after the group was confronted in north-west London.Yasmin Tahsiner, the manager of a restaurant where the players sought refuge after the incident, told PA shereceived a call from Kolasinac and Ozils wife Amine at around 5pm on Thursday explaining they were being... Читать дальше...

St Johnstone have signed Estonia defender Madis Vihmann after missing out on Stevie May.The Perth clubs boss Tommy Wright was hoping to lure the Aberdeen striker back to his hometown club after May was given the green light by Dons boss Derek McInnes to find a new club.But despite the 2014 Scottish Cup winner undergoing a medical with his old side, talks broke down and Wright says the deal is now dead.However, the Northern Irishman has been able to secure 23-year-old Vihmann on loan from Flora Tallin.Vihmann... Читать дальше...

Hearts midfielder Andy Irving aims to stay in manager Craig Leveins first-team reckoning after signing a contract extension.The19-year-old has committed his future to the club until 2021 after an impressive start to the season.Irving netted his first goal for the club against Dundee United in the Betfred Cup and has now played eight first-team games for Hearts as well as playing for Berwick and Falkirk on loan.The Scotland Under-19 international told Hearts TV: All I want is to just play more here,I cant wait to get started again. Читать дальше...

Liverpool are facing growing criticism of their application to trademark the name Liverpool.The Champions League winners have made an application to the Intellectual Property Office which, if granted, would ensure all revenue from those services and products using the word Liverpool in relation to the club is channelled back to them.Liverpool have stressed the trademark application will only be applied in the context of football products and services but City of Liverpool FC are the latest to oppose... Читать дальше...

Livingston manager Gary Holt has ordered his players to show Berwick no mercy when the sides meet in the Betfred Cup.Livi are aiming for a fourth straight win in the competition against a Rangers team that have conceded 16 goals in their three outings.The English side have shipped 49 goals since they last scored any goal when Cameron Blues now with Livingston netted in a 2-1 League Two defeat by Queens Park on March 12.Former Livingston midfielder and under-20s manager Ian Little is trying to reshape... Читать дальше...

Leeds defender Luke Ayling looks set to miss the start of the new Sky Bet Championship season following ankle surgery.The 27-year-old was not included in Marcelo Bielsas squad for their pre-season tour to Australia and will not feature in Saturdays friendly in Sardinia against Cagliari.Luke Ayling does not travel, following surgery to his ankle, which will see the full-back sidelined for a period, Leeds said on their official website.He is the second key player who is likely to miss the start of... Читать дальше...

Los Blancos are 'increasingly confident' a deal can be done with Manchester United for the wantaway midfielder, according to ESPN.Madrid president Florentino Perez was understood to havetold manager Zinedine Zidane that a move for Pogba would be difficult, in a Montreal meeting last week.Madrid had already spent around €300 million on incomings this summer, and Pogba is thought to be valued by Manchester United at €180m.However, the report claims that Zidane has emplored the Madrid hierarchy to push as hard as possible... Читать дальше...

The owner of aLondon property outside which Arsenal footballers Mesut Ozil and Sead Kolasinac were attacked has said he has been targeted five times in the same area.The property owner, who chose not to be named, told PA he had a knife held to his neck in one incident, and called for police to pull their finger out after a spate of crimes in that part of north-west London.Kolasinac fought off two men wielding knives after he and Arsenal teammate Ozil were confronted by masked aggressors on Platts Lane, Hampstead, shortly before 5pm on Thursday.

Motherwell could take their case for Chris Cadden compensation to FIFA as early as next week, PA understands.The Ladbrokes Premiership club had not heard back from Columbus Crew 48 hours after requesting training compensation.The Major League Soccer side announced the signing of the 22-year-old on Tuesday and immediately loaned him to Oxford.The MLS only agreed in April to start abiding by the international system of compensating clubs for developing young players. But there has been no confirmation... Читать дальше...

Arsenal defender Sead Kolasinac spent Thursday leaping out of Mesut Ozil’s motor to chase off two knife-wielding robbers. With his and Ozil’s wives in the car, the player nicknamed ‘The Hulk’ in Bosnia bravely went on the attack despite being outnumbered by armed men in helmets.All parties thankfully emerged unscathed – and Kolasinac now joins this list of footballers who performed heroic acts in everyday life...Leonardo BonucciJuventus centre-back Bonucci went “full Sead” in the face of robbery. Читать дальше...

Ozil and Kolasinac were attacked by moped robbers on Thursday afternoon.Kolasinac has recieved widespread praise for his efforts in fighting off the armed attackers with his bare hands.Ozil ran into his favourite restaurant in Golders Green in an attempt to get his wife and himself to safety.Yagmur Cicek, who owns Likya, has since spoken to Turkish media outlet NTVto express herlove and loyalty to herfriend.“The incident started away from our restaurant," she said."At first, the armed gang attacked the car with stones. Читать дальше...

Former England Under-21 striker Marvin Sordell has described football as a beautiful game with an ugly persona after citing his mental wellbeing as a big factor behind his decision to retire aged just 28.Sordell has announced his retirement after terminating his contract with Sky Bet League One side Burton and is keen to help others who may be struggling with mental health problems.The 28-year-old striker, who joined Bolton for a fee in the region of 3million in 2012 and later that summer represented Team GB at the London Olympics... Читать дальше...

Hull have signed defender Sean McLoughlin from Cork City for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.Centre-back McLoughlin, 22, a Republic of Ireland Under-21 international, made 63 appearances in all competitions for Irish League side Cork.McLoughlin told the club website: The move has been going on for the past couple of weeks now, so to finally get over here and sign Im delighted.Im buzzing to be here and to be a Hull City player. I know Ive still got a lot to learn, but its a fantastic opportunity... Читать дальше...

Motherwell manager Stephen Robinson is still looking to bolster his forward line despite making his 10th summer signing.Well completed a deal for French frontman Christy Manzinga on Thursday following a successful trial period.But the 24-year-olds arrival was offset by the departure of Danny Johnson to Dundee.The club have also sold Reece McAlear to Norwich after failing to persuade the 17-year-old to commit his long-term future to Fir Park.Robinson said: There still might be one more. There are a couple of things ongoing. Читать дальше...

You can tell us what you think of the list over on Twitter @FourFourTwo...101-81 • 80-61• 60-41• 40-21• 20-1101. Matt Le Tissier“Our house was obsessed with him. A half-hour TV programme showed Premier League highlights and he was on. Every. Single. Week. Outrageous, sickening goals: top corner, a flick, an incredible free-kick. ‘This guy, Le Tissier, is outrageous,’ we used to say to each other. ‘And he stays at Southampton. He could play for anyone.’” Xavi, FFT 263100. Mohamed SalahSome called... Читать дальше...

Everton has been heavily linked with Arsenal this summer as they look to add some pace and trickery to their wide areas.The apppointment of ex-'Invincible' Edu as technical director is said to have helped Arsenal's chances of signing the Brazilian.Now UOL Sport claim that the Gunnersare preparing a bid worth €40 million for the the attacker.Napoli are also reportedly interested, but have yet to make a formal apporach.Regardless, the report reiterates that Everton'prefers to play for Arsenal'.“Every... Читать дальше...

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder says the Blades have landed their number one target after re-signing goalkeeper Dean Henderson on a season-long loan from Manchester United.The 22-year-oldwas an ever-present in the Blades promotion-winning campaign last season and kept a total of 21 clean sheets.Wilder told his clubs official website: Dean was always our number one target. Weve had to fight to get a good deal and thats part and parcel of our approach in the transfer market.Hendersons return swiftly... Читать дальше...

Brian Rice knows some people only see Hamilton skipper Darian MacKinnons hard man image, but for the Accies boss he is a role model to be admired. The 34-year-old could rack up his 250th appearance for the club if he features against Airdrie on Saturday. But Rice believes his reputation as a midfield battler does not tell the whole story. The Hamilton manager said: Darian as a character is great to have at this club. Hes a leader on the field and off it. Deep down into Darian, he cares about football and his performance. Читать дальше...

Pep Guardiola has not ruled out bringing veteran full-back Dani Alves to Manchester City.The 36-year-old Brazilian, who won two Champions League titles under Guardiola at Barcelona, is available on a free transfer after his contract at Paris St Germain expired.City currently have two experienced right-backs in first-choice Kyle Walker and Danilo and have no immediate vacancy, but there has been speculation over the future of the latter.Were Danilo to move on this summer, City could be tempted to... Читать дальше...

Former Wolves manager Sammy Chapman has passed away at the age of 81.The Northern Irishman spent two spells in charge of the club in the 1980s.A Wolves statement read: The thoughts of everyone at Wolves are with Sammys family and friends at this sad time.A former Portsmouth and Mansfield winger, Chapman was also part of Northern Irelands 1958 World Cup squad.After retiring he became a scout at Molineux before being promoted to manager, initially as caretaker, at the start of 1985/86 season.Chapman... Читать дальше...

Sheffield United have made their sixth summer signing ahead of their Premier League return with the capture of midfielder Ben Osborn from Nottingham Forest.The Forest academy product made 230 appearances for the Reds in all competitions having made his debut against Ipswich in March 2014.The 24-year-old joins for an undisclosed fee and has agreed a three-year deal.Hes been a fantastic player for Forest in the Championship and I know for certain that two or three clubs in January were sniffing around to take him... Читать дальше...

The two sides met at the Yankee Stadium in New York yesterday and drew2-2.Rumoured Manchester Unitedtarget Bruno Fernandes scored one of the Portuguese side'sgoals.However, it was thedefensive midfield display ofDoumbia whichreportedly caught the attentionof Jurgen Klopp and his backroom staff.However, a move for the 21-year-old is unlikely to come this summer.Liverpool are instead believed to be patient and will see howthe young midfielder develops in 2019/20.READ MORE...27 essential Fantasy Premier... Читать дальше...

The football season never really ends.As soon as the league is finished, there’s an international tournament or seven. Before they end, the First Exploratory Nine Degrees Of Separation Preliminary Preliminary Round of the Europa League has kicked off, pitting the fourth-placed team from the Faroe Islands against Wales’s third-place finishers.Fantasy football never really stops either. Every transfer rumour has FPL implications. The fixture list for the following season is treated like a devastating... Читать дальше...

Hearts boss Craig Levein admits he has ordered his shot-shy Jambos in for extra shooting practice after seeing them waste 70 chances in the space of three games.The Tynecastle side have made an unbeaten start to the campaign with two Betfred Cup wins and a penalty shoot-out triumph over Dundee United.But despite creating as many as 75 attempts on goal, Leveins team have found the net just five times.That has left the Gorgie boss concerned and he has laid on a series of target drills this week to... Читать дальше...