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New Straits Times
12-06-2025
- Sport
- New Straits Times
Penang say adios to El Capitano
KUALA LUMPUR: Penang have put to rest all speculation about Rafael Vitor's future and his naturalisation status by confirming that their former captain will be returning to Brazil to join Serie B outfit Amazonas FC. The club's Facebook statement on Thursday ended rumours of a potential move to Johor Darul Ta'zim and talks his eligibility to play for Malaysia. "Good luck to former El Capitano, Vitor, who will return to Brazil with Serie B's Amazonas FC," the club posted. "Thank you for all the memories, fighting spirit and leadership that have been shown throughout the time with Penang." Vitor, who joined the Panthers in 2020 and became a cornerstone of the club's defence, leaves behind a legacy of fierce commitment and leadership on and off the pitch.
BBC News
03-06-2025
- Business
- BBC News
'It's a big gamble' - fans on potentially losing Ait-Nouri as well as Cunha
We asked how you feel about the possibility of Wolves losing both Matheus Cunha and Rayan Ait-Nouri in this transfer window. What impact could that have on the side? Could they can be replaced?Here are some of your comments:Dave: I find it highly frightening. This team could handle the loss of Cunha but Ait-Nouri as well, I don't know. It will be a challenge to replace their directness and It was always going to happen, as it does every year. The two rumoured names are on their way out and it is better to get it done sooner rather than later to give us time to replace. As always, there is a lack of trust that the money will be put to good use, but hopefully it will allow us to bring in the players we require for our latest rebuild - a right-back, centre-back, midfielder and some attacking options. Let's back Vitor and see where we end It is only worrying if Fosun does not allow the manager to replace them. If we don't replace them, next season could well be a disaster even with the excellent Pereira in charge. Quality players must be replaced with We have had a long time to accept Cunha leaving and I suspect Wolves fans have come to accept we are a selling club. Ait-Nouri is incredibly skilful. He has just had his best season at Wolves but he has also been quite frustrating. I would rather he stayed, though. Losing both means losing all of the creativity. I think Wolves will cash in and recall Hugo Bueno. Wolves don't buy Premier League experience so expect moderate expenditure on purchases from abroad. Then hope to sell on at a profit. Rinse, repeat. Another season of It is a big gamble after such a difficult season to sell our two best players. I assume Fosun is not going to gamble our Premier League status without a back-up plan. Brighton and Brentford for example have seen some of their best players leave but always seem to find new gems to keep the club progressing. One huge positive is the swiftness of business of these players out of the door. If we can act quickly with incomings rather than scrambling last minute for signings, this could be a very good Sure, it is worrying to lose your best players. But that is the nature of the league. Players want to play for the best teams. Wolves are seen as a stepping stone. C'est la I'm more concerned about losing Ait-Nouri than Cunha. Cunha's discipline is an issue and his suspension saw other players stepping up. I would rather have the £62m than an unreliable player (and I hope that these funds will be available over the summer). Wolves, like many others, are effectively feeder clubs for the big teams. They, in turn, need to nurture the talent that they can Cunha leaving has been inevitable for a number of months and the team showed they can cope without him with the winning run they put together. Losing Nelson Semedo and Ait-Nouri would be more concerning than the loss of Cunha, though, as they are key in our way of playing.
Web Release
14-05-2025
- Business
- Web Release
Vitor Hugo Lourenço Appointed Group Beverage Director at Culinary Arts Group
By Editor_wr On May 14, 2025 The Culinary Arts Group has recently appointed Vitor Hugo Lourenço as Group Beverage Director, strengthening its focus on innovative and experience-driven beverage programmes. With over 16 years of international experience and a reputation for combining creativity with precision, Vitor will oversee the beverage direction for the group's flagship Dubai venues: Revolver Dubai, Maison Dali and Dali Supper Club. In addition to his new role in Dubai, Vitor's portfolio also extends to Culinary Arts Group's acclaimed concepts in Singapore, namely Hamamoto, Revolver, and Araya, where he plays a key role in elevating the beverage experience to match the exceptional dining standards of each award-winning restaurant. A respected name in the global beverage world, Vitor's career began with a foundation in hotel management and evolved into a dynamic journey across renowned establishments in Europe and the UAE. From leading the celebrated Gin Bar at Rosewood London to crafting beverage experiences for the Harbour Hotel Group and Atlantis The Royal, Vitor has earned a reputation for concept-driven storytelling, operational excellence, and menu innovation. Most recently, as Group Beverage Manager at?EatX, Dubai, Vitor led the development of signature cocktail programmes across a diverse portfolio while championing talent development and building standout brand collaborations with Campari, Diageo, Rémy Cointreau, and others. In his new role, Vitor brings his layered approach to each of Culinary Arts Group's concepts. At Maison Dali, a modern brasserie helmed by three-Michelin-starred Chef Tristin Farmer, Vitor's cocktail menu is inspired by the seven global art disciplines — music, sculpture, performance, architecture, literature, film and painting. Signature serves like the floral and elegant Symphony, the mellow Mist, and the smoky, mysterious Lunar are just the beginning of an ever-evolving BARTENDER programme designed to complement the restaurant's refined culinary vision. At Dali Supper Club, the surreal hidden concept within Maison Dali where captivating mixology meets playful gastronomy, Vitor launched the Red Passion Hours in collaboration with Campari — a bold reinterpretation of the classic aperitivo hour through smoky mezcal twists, sparkling sbagliatos and deep, bourbon-infused boulevardiers. Dali Supper Club is truly unique as Vitor's cocktails are complemented by a specially curated finger food menu developed by three-Michelin-starred Tristan Farmer. This collaboration enhances the venue's multi-sensory journey and reinforces its avant-garde edge. It is also setting a global precedent, being the only bar in the world where the food menu is crafted by the acclaimed Tristan Farmer and purposefully designed to complement the beverage programme. At Revolver, one of Singapore's hottest restaurants, now in Dubai, Vitor has introduced a bespoke Martini Programme, featuring eight bold takes on the classic — from a sharp Extra Dry to a Filthy Martini garnished with blue cheese-stuffed olives — served on custom trays alongside house-pickled cherry tomatoes, aromatic herbs and vermouth pairings. Revolver Dubai's signature cocktails also reflect the restaurant's bold and unapologetic personality. Highlights include the popular Unlighted – a mysterious serving of Don Julio Reposado, Talisker Storm, Rinomato Deciso Rosso and Campari infused guava, smoked with aromatic Palo Santo Wood; and Drift, a modern, fruity concoction featuring The Botanist Gin infused ginger, vanilla and hazelnut, complemented by Belle de Brillet Pear Liqueur and finished with a refined touch of Telmont Réserve Brut Champagne. Its bespoke ice programme, crafted using distinctive techniques and tools, enhances the visual allure and sensory experience of each beverage. Recognising the growing demand for inclusive and mindful options, Vitor has also curated VOL. ZERO.1, a non-alcoholic menu rooted in complexity, depth and craftsmanship. Standouts include Crystali-No – a creamy blend of oolong cold brew, honey, vanilla and non-alcoholic fizz, Lalli – organic barley malt, berries and citrus Bubbli – Tanqueray 0.0, plum verjus and housemade falernum. Commenting on his new role, Vitor Lourenço shared, 'My career to date has been built on the ethos of enjoying as much as you can. I firmly believe there is a synergy between being a bartender and being a chef, as it allows us to create, to be bold, and to express ourselves. It has been the best journey ever so far, and I am excited to bring that spirit to Culinary Arts Group, where creativity has no limits. I look forward to building unforgettable experiences with our team, guests, and partners. For me, it's all about learning, teaching, and being inspired by those around me.' With Vitor's appointment, Culinary Arts Group continues to build a collective of best-in-class talent across all disciplines — united by a shared ambition to redefine the region's dining scene through bold innovation, cultural collaboration, and immersive guest experiences. Maison Dali and Dali Supper Club For reservations, email: [email protected] For reservations, Email: [email protected] All three venues are located within the iconic Opus by Dame Zaha Hadid, in Business Bay. Follow: @maisondali_dubai, @dalisupperclub and @revolver_dubai. Comments are closed.
The Hindu
12-05-2025
- Sport
- The Hindu
Al Akhdoud vs Al Nassr Highlights, Saudi Pro League: AKH 0-9 NAS; Ronaldo not in squad as Nassr climbs to third
Welcome to Sportstar's Highlights of the Al Akhdoud vs Al Nassr match in the Saudi Pro League 2024-25 at the Prince Hathloul bin Abdulaziz Sports City on Monday. HIGHLIGHTS STARTING XIs Al Akhdoud: Vitor (gk), Asiri, Alyami, Lowe, Khamis, Pedroza, Musona, Hawsawi, Al-Zubaidi, Godwin Al Nassr: Bento (gk), Boushal, Al-Fatil, Alawjami, Al Ghanam, Brozovic, Sulaiheem, Otavio, Mane, Yahya, Duran
BBC News
30-04-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
'The squad does not need the level of investment that Lopetegui wanted'
"It's your round, Vitor," Wolves fans have taken to singing over the past few weeks, as their head coach continues his single-handed effort to refloat the Black Country brewing is unlikely he has been short of people offering to buy his beer. But this run of wins is now about much more than points and pints. It presents an is not the first time in the past few, often queasy, seasons for Wolves when the club – taking players, staff and fans together – have experienced a surge in confidence out of years ago, fearing relegation, they replaced Bruno Lage with Julen Lopetegui, replenished the squad and were safe with weeks to spare. Last season, after the hurried appointment of Gary O'Neil, by mid-March they were eighth in the Premier League and in the last eight of the FA euphoria now seems to be of a different order to those two previous situations, but they are nevertheless could have been platforms to move forwards, but the moments quickly passed. Lopetegui and the club were soon at odds with each other over future plans. A lack of resources broke the spell under O'Neil, who proved unable to restore Wolves better placed now to ride this next wave? It seems is rightly receiving much of the credit for the revival, but after a period in which the club's hierarchy has been sharply criticised, we should note that others have helped to create the conditions for found him in the first place - he was not necessarily an obvious choice - and the mid-season signings of Emmanuel Agbadou and Marshall Munetsi have made a positive difference on a reasonable who signed a contract only for 18 months on arrival, should be in a strong position to make his case to the club about how to prepare for next season. It is always easy to spend other people's money, of course, but the squad does not seem in need of quite the same level investment that Lopetegui evidently Matheus Cunha stays or goes, there is a viable route to preparing well for next in football is hard-won and easily wasted. The widely reported story this week concerning Wolves' women's team illustrates just results achieved under Pereira over the past few weeks offer the club a great opportunity, but it will need careful handling over the coming weeks to capitalise, and make the moment to full commentary of Manchester City v Wolves at 20:00 BST on Friday on BBC Radio WM (95.6FM/DAB/Freeview)Tune into The West Midlands Football Phone-In from 18:00 on weeknights
