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New Straits Times
2 hours ago
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- New Straits Times
Khairy excited to play alongside Man Utd legend
KUALA LUMPUR: Manchester United legends Ryan Giggs and Dimitar Berbatov, and ex-Chelsea captain John Terry will feature in the Zurich Liga 7x7 All Stars festival at KLFA Stadium on July 19. The tournament will feature four teams: Team Wizards, Team Bangsa Bola, Team Harimau and Team Zurich. Former sports minister Khairy Jamaluddin, who is also the manager of Team Wizards, relishes the opportunity to play alongside Giggs, the captain of their side. "My team is well balanced. We've got Kogileswaran Raj, Indra Putra Mahayuddin, Tengku Fahad Mua'adzam Shah, Hairul Azreen, and of course, me," said Khairy, who is a Man Utd fan. "But the X-factor in our team is Giggs. I mean, Terry has never been the same ever since he slipped during the penalty kick (in 2008 Champions League final against Man Utd), so he's going to slip all over again." Khairy quipped Giggs had personally requested to join his team after the latter's recent trip to Malaysia to promote the Man Utd vs Asean All-Stars match last month. "When Giggs was here recently, he asked me if he could be part of my team. I said okay, no problem. We were supposed to have Paul Scholes, but he couldn't come, so we managed to get Giggs instead," he said. Khairy couldn't resist taking a jibe at Team Bangsa Bola who are captained by Terry and managed by banker Tan Sri Nazir Razak. "Well, it's Terry and then, you know, it's Nazir. I mean, a banker doesn't know much about football, right?" he said. "Tan Sri Tony Fernandes' team (Harimau) will be competitive because he's a competitive person, having Safee Sali as the captain. "There's also Team Zurich led by Junior Cho, featuring Berbatov." Meanwhile Safee, whose Team Harimau feature Norshahrul Idlan Talaha, Khyril Muhymeen, K. Gurusamy, and Adam Sinclair, said playing with legends like Terry and Giggs is a proud moment for local football. "To be part of something alongside Terry and Giggs is not ordinary, it's a benchmark for the next generation," he said.
Evening Standard
3 hours ago
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- Evening Standard
Flamengo vs Chelsea FC: Club World Cup prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds today
Depending on results, a win for Enzo Maresca's side could secure qualification to the round of 16, but Flamengo, who are managed by ex-Chelsea left back Filipe Luis will no doubt provide a stern test as they have kept seven clean sheets in their last eight games.
Scottish Sun
19 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Wales boss jokes Sophie Ingle made her 'look foolish' in training before Euros
Veteran Wales ace included in Rhian Wilkinson's squad despite being sidelined by a serious knee injury last season INGLE TINGLE Wales boss jokes Sophie Ingle made her 'look foolish' in training before being named in Women's Euros squad RHIAN WILKINSON joked Sophie Ingle caused her minor embarrassment in a training session as Wales ramped up their Euros preparations. The ex-Chelsea star, 33, has defied the odds to make it into Wilkinson's 23-strong group despite being crocked for all of last term. Advertisement 4 Sophie Inglehas been included in Wales' squad with the team to compete in a Euros for the first time this summer Credit: Getty 4 Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson marked the announcement of her squad for the Euros by walking to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (also known as Mount Snowdon) Credit: PA 4 Veteran playmaker Jess Fishlock who is Wales' most capped international player is one of seven midfielders included in their Euros squad Credit: Sportsfile While Ingle brings considerable international experience, the 141-capped midfielder has not played a game since rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament last September. The Wales ace sustained the injury during Chelsea's pre-season friendly clash with Dutch side Feyenoord but has since worked her way back to fitness. Her return to the international squad comes less than two weeks ahead of them competing in a Euros for the first time ever. Head coach Wilkinson, 43, said: "Sophie made me look foolish on Wednesday, I should never jump into training anymore, it's not good for my ego! Advertisement Read More Football Stories FOOD AWAKENING Astonishing Club World Cup prices revealed with beer costing £12.30 a CAN "We needed to make sure that Sophie Ingle was in a good place. "She's still on her path to full fitness but she's in a position now where she can contribute which is important for us." "She has to be able to contribute in some way, that was the pre-requisite that I had. "When she was able to meet that she was straight into the squad." Advertisement Wilkinson was speaking earlier today after naming her Euros squad ahead of Wales' major tournament debut next month. Ingle, who has 141 caps, is one of four Wales centurions included in the group. Playmaker Jess Fishlock, 38, Hayley Ladd, 31, and skipper Angharad James-Turner, 31, are the other three in a squad who will battle Holland , France and holders England in the group stage. When asked what role she expects Ingle to play, Wilkinson added 'I don't want to get into that specifically because Sophie's pushing, she's looking really good in training.' Advertisement With Wales competing in a group with two Euros-winning sides, they will face a fierce battle to reach the European Championship knockouts. But striker Elise Hughes insists the Group D underdogs will be looking to win their clashes against three of the top ten national sides. 4 Elise Hughes insists Wales will be looking to test the resolve of their rivals group stage rivals England, France and the Netherlands Credit: Getty The Crystal Palace striker, 24, said: "It's meant to be the best nations in Europe going to compete against each other. Advertisement "We're definitely there to compete and we're definitely there to win games as well. "We're not just there to enjoy the summer, but hopefully we do enjoy this summer and we go as far as possible."
The Irish Sun
19 hours ago
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- The Irish Sun
Wales boss jokes Sophie Ingle made her ‘look foolish' in training before being named in Women's Euros squad
RHIAN WILKINSON joked Sophie Ingle caused her minor embarrassment in a training session as Wales ramped up their Euros preparations. The ex-Chelsea star, 33, has defied the odds to make it into Wilkinson's 23-strong group despite being crocked for all of last term. 4 Sophie Inglehas been included in Wales' squad with the team to compete in a Euros for the first time this summer Credit: Getty 4 Wales head coach Rhian Wilkinson marked the announcement of her squad for the Euros by walking to the summit of Yr Wyddfa (also known as Mount Snowdon) Credit: PA 4 Veteran playmaker Jess Fishlock who is Wales' most capped international player is one of seven midfielders included in their Euros squad Credit: Sportsfile While Ingle brings considerable international experience, the 141-capped midfielder has not played a game since rupturing her anterior cruciate ligament last September. The Her return to the international squad comes less than two weeks ahead of them competing in a Euros for the first time ever. Head coach Wilkinson, 43, said: "Sophie made me look foolish on Wednesday, I should never jump into training anymore, it's not good for my ego! Read More Football Stories "We needed to make sure that Sophie Ingle was in a good place. "She's still on her path to full fitness but she's in a position now where she can contribute which is important for us." "She has to be able to contribute in some way, that was the pre-requisite that I had. "When she was able to meet that she was straight into the squad." Most read in Football Wilkinson was speaking earlier today after naming her Euros squad ahead of Wales' major tournament debut next month. Ingle, who has 141 caps, is one of four Wales centurions included in the group. Playmaker Jess Fishlock, 38, Hayley Ladd, 31, and skipper Angharad James-Turner, 31, are the other three in a squad who will battle Holland , France and holders England in the group stage. When asked what role she expects Ingle to play, Wilkinson added 'I don't want to get into that specifically because Sophie's pushing, she's looking really good in training.' With Wales competing in a group with two Euros-winning sides, they will face a fierce battle to reach the European Championship knockouts. But striker Elise Hughes insists the Group D underdogs will be looking to win their clashes against three of the top ten national sides. 4 Elise Hughes insists Wales will be looking to test the resolve of their rivals group stage rivals England, France and the Netherlands Credit: Getty The "We're definitely there to compete and we're definitely there to win games as well. "We're not just there to enjoy the summer, but hopefully we do enjoy this summer and we go as far as possible." Wales Squad - 2025 Women's Euros Goalkeepers Olivia Clark (Leicester City), Poppy Soper (Blackburn Rovers), Safia Middleton-Patel (Manchester United) Defenders Charlie Estcourt (DC Power), Gemma Evans (Liverpool), Josie Green (Crystal Palace), Hayley Ladd (Everton), Esther Morgan (Heart of Midlothian), Ella Powell (Bristol City), Rhiannon Roberts (Real Betis), Lily Woodham (Seattle Reign). Midfielders Jess Fishlock (Seattle Reign), Alice Griffiths (Southampton), Ceri Holland (Liverpool), Sophie Ingle (without club), Angharad James (Seattle Reign), Lois Joel (Newcastle United), Rachel Rowe (Southampton) Forwards Kayleigh Barton (Charlton), Hannah Cain (Leicester), Elise Hughes (Crystal Palace), Carrie Jones (IFK Norrköping), Ffion Morgan (Bristol City)
Metro
20 hours ago
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- Metro
Chelsea told to cancel Arsenal transfer deal at last minute
Chelsea have been told to pull out of their transfer deal with Arsenal and keep Kepa Arrizabalaga at Stamford Bridge. Arsenal are closing in on a £5m deal for Kepa and intend for the Spanish goalkeeper to be Mikel Arteta's No. 2 behind David Raya. Neto performed that role last season but did not inspire confidence and has now returned to boyhood club Bournemouth, who incidentally had Kepa on loan. Chelsea spent £72m on Kepa in 2018 – making him the most expensive goalkeeper in history – but are now ready to take a massive loss. Kepa struggled to justify his huge price-tag at Chelsea before losing his place in the team and then being sent out on two loan deals, first Real Madrid and then Bournemouth. Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. Chelsea look set to sell Kepa despite also tying to sign a new goalkeeper this summer and failing in a bid for Mike Maignan. Robert Sanchez endured a disappointing season and a host of pundits believe an upgrade is needed for Chelsea to go to the next level and win major trophies. Ex-Chelsea winger Pat Nevin believes his former club could save millions in transfer fees by keeping Kepa at the club rather than bringing in a new goalkeeper. 'The goalkeeper position is a tough one for Chelsea because what they're looking for is youth,' he told Spin Genie. 'But goalkeepers, like centre-backs, don't really come into their own until they're around 25 or 26. They are two very specific positions in that regard. Robert Sanchez Filip Jorgensen Mike Penders Gaga Slonina Lucas Bergstrom Kepa Arrizabalaga 'We all look at Jordan Pickford and think he'd be brilliant. He's a fantastic shot-stopper and is okay with the ball at his feet, but he'd cost a lot of money and I don't think the goalkeeper position is where they want to spend that money. 'Look who's already on their books with Robert Sanchez, Filip Jorgensen, Gabriel Slonina, Djordje Petrovic and Kepa Arrizabalaga. 'I think the resolution to their goalkeeping problem could already be at the club. Kepa is as good as any of the goalkeepers we have mentioned and he's an option that I think is worth revisiting for Chelsea. 'I'm not sure if the ownership regime would think the same, but he's there and they're paying him. 'If he's the best option at the club, after learning a lot of things while out on loan this season, Chelsea shouldn't be looking all around the world for another goalkeeper. 'Kepa has got better with his feet and is a fantastic shot-stopper. While you can question his presence and it's a challenge Chelsea face, I don't think it's their biggest problem.' Fellow ex-Chelsea star Shaun Wright-Phillips also believes it would be a mistake to sell Kepa, especially to a direct rival. 'I'm confused. I don't understand,' Wright-Phillips told Betway when asked abut Kepa's imminent move to the Emirates Stadium. 'It's like nobody's been watching Kepa this season. He's been unbelievable. He is part of the reason why Bournemouth finished where they finished. 'The defence was outstanding, but Kepa was unbelievable, as well, I thought. 'I assumed while the season was going on that Chelsea didn't need to buy a goalkeeper because Kepa was going back anyway, but that isn't to be the case. 'You can have as good a goalkeeper as you want, but if you're still going to make the same mistakes in defence, your goalkeeper is still going to concede. More Trending 'That's just the fact of the matter. [Liverpool goalkeeper] Alisson pulls off amazing saves when he's needed. Half the time he has to pull off a save, it's not forced errors. 'So if Chelsea can get their defence like that, where they're not making him make unnecessary saves he shouldn't have to make, then I think Kepa is your man to keep. You don't need to forage around. 'Most managers now are looking for goalkeepers that are good with their feet. I think Kepa's alright with his feet, but he might not be at the level they want him to be. 'But for me, it's a real strange one.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Darwin Nunez approves transfer to next club but Liverpool set 'difficult' asking price MORE: Dortmund provide update on Chelsea transfer target Jamie Gittens after rejecting two bids MORE: Thomas Partey makes final decision on his Arsenal future
