Новости за 14.08.2019

FrancesStephanie Frappart made history by becoming the first female referee to take charge of a major European mens game in the Super Cup on Wednesday.Frappart is the foremost female official in the world game having refereed the Womens World Cup final in July as well as mens matches in Ligue 1.She was part of an all-female officiating team with assistantsManuela Nicolosi from Italy and Irelands Michelle ONeill for the all-English clash between Liverpool and Chelsea.BackgroundMatch officials Manuela Nicolosi... Читать дальше...

Glenn Whelan says Craig Leveins ambition is what convinced him to join Hearts.The veteran midfield anchor has signed a one-year deal after agreeing his move to Tynecastle.The experienced Republic of Ireland international has 86 caps to his name and has chalked up stints at Manchester City, Stoke, Sheffield Wednesday and Aston Villa.Now he is looking to make his mark in Gorgie after being wowed by manager Leveins Jambos sales pitch.The 35-year-old told HeartsTV: The manager has been crucial in getting... Читать дальше...

Cristiano Ronaldo believes he is better than Lionel Messi because he has enjoyed success at multiple clubs.Ronaldo and Messi are widely considered the two best footballers in the world, and among the greatest of all time.The Portuguese and Argentine have won 10 of the last 11 Ballon d'Ors, with each player scooping five apiece.But Ronaldo, who is now aiming to win the Champions League with Juventus having already triumphed in the competition at Manchester United and Real Madrid,believes he has the edge overMessi... Читать дальше...

Borussia Dortmund CEOHans-Joachim Watzke has hinted that Manchester United made an approach for Jadon Sancho earlier this summer.United were heavily linked with the England international towards the end of last season, but Sancho remains a Dortmund player ahead of the Bundesliga kick-off this weekend.The former Manchester City winger enjoyed a superb season at Signal Iduna Park in 2018/19, scoring 12 goals and providing 14 assists in Germany's top flight.And Watzke has admitted that an elite club... Читать дальше...

As you may have noticed, the Premier League season got underway last weekend –and Sky Sports are already bombarding us with adverts for games as far ahead asWest Ham vs Crystal Palace in October.Whatever legitimate criticisms there are of England’s elite football competition and the broadcasting moneythat drives it, lack of self-promotion is notone.As far as UK fans are concerned, though, the same cannot be said for Spain's La Liga. A legal battle between the Spanish FA and La Liga over the potential... Читать дальше...

Emiliano Sala was exposed to harmful levels of carbon monoxide before he was killed in a plane crash and it is likely his pilot was also affected, accident investigators said.Tests on the Cardiff strikers body found enough evidence of the harmful gas to cause a heart attack, seizure or unconsciousness, an interim report by the Air Accidents Investigation Branch (AAIB) stated.It is likely that pilot David Ibbotson was also affected to some extent by exposure to carbon monoxide, the document added.(PA... Читать дальше...

Manchester City avoided a transfer ban because they admitted breaking FIFA regulations related to the signing of under-18 foreign players.Chelsea were hit with a two-window suspension on registering new signings after breaching the same rules.However, City avoided such a punishment and were instead hit with a £315,000 fine after "accepting its responsibility"."Generally speaking, FIFA's judicial bodies handle all cases on an individual basis as circumstances differ from case to case," a FIFA spokesman... Читать дальше...

Steven Gerrard says Celtics Champions League exit should be a warning to his Rangers squad.The Hoops saw their group stage hopes crumble after suffering a shock 4-3 defeat to Romanian champions Cluj at Parkhead.Gers have Europa League ambitions to focus on and will now look complete the job against Midtjylland on Thursday night.Last weeks 4-2 victory in Denmark has put the Light Blues in the driving seat but Gerrard wants his men to take note of Celtics fate and take appropriate action. NL: "Weve only ourselves to blame. Читать дальше...

The Europeans take it seriously, apparently. They see the Super Cup as a Proper Trophy; the way people over 45 view the FA Cup here.Perhaps Jurgen Klopp will instil that continental attitude into his team before tonight's fixture in Istanbul. More likely, though, is that the playerswill be fired up because of the two teams: Liverpool and Chelsea.As we’ve covered before, Liverpool vs Chelsea has become something of a grudge match over the past few years. Familiarity has bred contempt, and the two... Читать дальше...

Newcastle are in talks with Sean Longstaff over a new contract, according toThe Times.The midfielder broke into the Magpies' first team under Rafael Benitez last season and went on to make 11 appearances in all competitions.His impressive performances alerted the attention of Manchester United, who were linked with the 21-year-old throughout this summer.However, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side were unable to prise Longstaff away from his boyhood club.The Newcastle academy product is now in discussions... Читать дальше...

Tottenham fear they will lose Toby Alderweireld on a free transfer when his contract expires next June, report theDaily Mirror.A clause in the Belgian's current deal made him available for £25m until July 25.However, no clubtook advantage of that cut-price fee, and Spurs did not receiveany serious bids all summer.Alderweireld now looks set to remain in north London until next year, when he will be able to leave for nothing.Although the former Atletico Madrid man is an integral part of Mauricio Pochettino's team... Читать дальше...

Liverpool's new signing Adrian will get his first start for the Reds against Chelsea in the UEFA Super Cup tonight, after first-choice keeper Alisson suffered an injury in the first game of the season.With the Brazilianone of Liverpool's best performers last season, there will be fears among the Anfield faithful at the prospect of last season's West Ham reserve goalkeeper Adrian – who only joined the Reds nine days ago – taking up a place in the starting line-up over coming weeks.But should they be so worried? Читать дальше...

The ovation reflected the return of the hometown hero. Or so it seemed at the time. Perhaps, as Jay Rodriguez made his second Burnley debut in a late cameo against Southampton on Saturday, it was simply some sympathy for the elderly.The striker may have just turned 30 and be more than eight years younger than Gareth Barry, a West Bromwich Albion team-mate last season, but he has a distinction that makes him appear a footballing pensioner. He is the only player aged 27 or over bought by a top-flight... Читать дальше...

Brazilian side Flamengo are closing in on the signing of Mario Balotelli, reportCorriere dello Sport.The Italian striker has been without a club since leaving Marseille at the end of last season.The former Manchester City and Liverpool frontman was linked with a return to the Premier League with West Ham earlier this summer.However, Flamengo are now in pole position to sign the 29-year-old, with club officials currently in Milan to try to wrap up a deal.Bresciahave not yet given up hope of bringing Balotelli... Читать дальше...

"Norwich City, one of the poorer relations in the First Division, are £64,000 the richer after winning the Milk Cup,” wrote The Times' Stuart Jones in March 1985. “Nor is that their only reward for this victory yesterday. Next season they will step into the playgrounds of Europe as one of the nation’s representatives in the UEFA Cup.”Some six months on, and the Canaries were wandering into unknown territory – but it wasn’t in the UEFA Cup. It was into perhaps the most ill-conceived, botched attempt... Читать дальше...

Manchester United are adamant that they will not sell Paul Pogba before the European transfer window closes on September 2, write theTelegraph.Juventus and Real Madrid have been linked with the Frenchman throughout the summer, and both clubs still have two-and-a-half weeks to complete their transfer business.However, the Premier League's window closed last Thursday and United would therefore be unable to source a replacement for Pogba.It's for that reason the Red Devils insist that the World Cup... Читать дальше...

What the papers sayTottenham are worried about losing defender Toby Alderweireld on a free transfer next summer, with the club reportedly open to offers in the January transfer window according to the Daily Mirror. The Belgian has caught the attention of Roma but the Serie A side failed to meet the £25 million release clause in his contract.Paris Saint-Germain have rejected Barcelona’s opening bid to sign Neymar, reports the Daily Mail. The La Liga side offered £74 million and Philippe Coutinho for the Brazilian... Читать дальше...

Rejoice! A study conducted by the University of Leeds and BetVictor has revealed the potential health benefits of watching football.The experiment, using 25 Leeds fans aged between 20 and 60, found that the elevated heart rates supporters experienced whilewatching games was a “positive stress” equivalent to a moderate cardiovascular workout.“It was clear that fans were passionate about the game, with heart rate elevated during the match to a similar level to that when going for a brisk walk,” said Dr Andrea Utley... Читать дальше...

If there's one thing that has permeated football debates since the birth of the sport, it's the validity and effectiveness of one formation over another. With no 'perfect' answer, history has witnessed an ebbing and flowing between one formation and the next as coaches try to overcome and reinvent the prevailing trends of the moment.This unyielding race towards new knowledge and innovation is one of the primary reasons behind the constant evolution of the sport. Without doubt, a coach that can implement... Читать дальше...

PSG have rejected Barcelona'soffer of £74m plus Philippe Coutinhofor Neymar, report theDaily Mail.The La Liga champions are pushing to re-sign the PSG forward before the Spanish transfer window closes on September 2.Real Madrid are also exploring the possibility of acquiring Neymar, who is desperate to depart the Parc des Princes.Barcelona are the first to make a formal bid for the Brazilian, but PSG are demanding more cash and more players in return.It is thought that the French giants would give... Читать дальше...

Liverpool faceChelsea on Wednesday night in the first ever all-English European Super Cup final.The annual match between the Champions League and Super League winners will take place atBesiktas’ Vodafone Park in Istanbul, Turkey – and the two sides go into the game after contrasting opening fixtures in the Premier League.While Jurgen Klopp’s Reds thrashed Norwich 4-1 on Friday night, Frank Lampard’s tenure as Chelsea manager began with an embarrassing 4-0 defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford.Liverpool... Читать дальше...

Bristol City boss Lee Johnson criticised the decision to award QPR a late penalty in normal time of their Carabao Cup first-round defeat.Ryan Mannings conversion levelled the game at 3-3 and meant that a penalty shoot-out followed, which the west Londoners won 5-4.Famara Diedhiou had put the visitors ahead, before Nahki Wells and Ilias Chair turned the game on its head.The seesaw nature of the encounter continued when Jack Hunt and Liam Walsh put the Robins in front before referee Andy Davies pointed... Читать дальше...

Carlisle United manager Steven Pressley hailed a truly amazing performance as his side won 3-0 in the Carabao Cup against a Barnsley team two divisions above them.Pressley lavished praise on his team as they reversed the form book with a first away win since January.A first-half goal from Harry McKirdy set the visitors on their way before they took complete control in the second half, adding to the scoreline through Jack Bridges penalty and Nathan Thomas fine solo goal.He said: Its an amazing performance, it shouldnt be underestimated. Читать дальше...

Tom Bradshaw was given a standing ovation by Millwalls staff and players after ending his nightmare year by scoring in the 2-1 Carabao Cup win at West Brom.The 27-year-old striker had not netted since his record 1.25million move from Barnsley in January after initially joining the club on loan last August.Since then the Wales international has come back from a serious knee injury but had not got off the mark for his new club until the equaliser at The Hawthorns.Millwall came from behind to earn a... Читать дальше...

Rafael Cabrals special powers came to the fore, according to manager Jose Gomes, after the goalkeeper inspired Reading to a 4-2 penalty shootout win over Wycombe in the Carabao Cup.Cabral saved from both Nick Freeman and Fred Onyedinma as Reading bagged a second-round tie with Plymouth following the 1-1 draw at Adams Park.Alex Samuel threatened a shock for the League One side before George Puscas levelled with his first goal in English football.We practised penalties in two moments during the week, said Gomes. Читать дальше...