Harry Kane and Eric Dier's Bayern Munich reunion may soon be cut short, with the club set to cut ties with the defender this summer.
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Many Glasgow Rangers fans have been reacting to a video of Steven Gerrard singing ‘Simply The Best’ in a bar following the Gers’ 55th title victory.
Last Saturday’s 4-0 win over Aberdeen brought an end to a marvellous season for the Gers. The result meant the Ibrox outfit completed an unbeaten league campaign (BBC), just the second time in their history that they have managed to do so. In fact, they lost just three times in all competitions throughout the season, one of which was on penalties (Sky Sports).
The title was Rangers’ first major trophy in 10 years – as such, Gerrard is a hero for the Ibrox fanbase. He has made himself even more popular with a recent video, it seems, as he was recorded singing along to ‘Simply The Best’, the Gers’ unofficial anthem originally sung by Tina Turner, in a bar.
Earlier this week, an investigation was launched by Police Scotland after a clip was circulated online showing the Gers players following their trophy day celebrations amid accusations of using sectarian language, with the investigators concluding that there was ‘no criminality’ in the footage.
The clip of Gerrard singing was shared on Twitter by @JuanHeron10, and it attracted plenty of attention from Gers supporters. These fans took to the social media platform to share their thoughts on the video.
“Can’t wait for the TikTok version”
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“That’s a perfect way to end the week”
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“Class, love it, our Gaffer he knows what it’s all about”
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“Our gaffer man. Absolute hero”
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“Probably watched this video 4 and half million times already. Unreal man”
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“In 2 hours time Police Scotland will announce that they’re investigating this video”
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In other news, Rangers are planning a bid for this 21-year-old.
Fans have slammed Neymar for appearing to be overweight and say that he should "retire" after returning to Al-Hilal training following his ACL injury.
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Celtic’s summer will be dominated by a constant barrage of departures.
Whether it’s someone on the Hoops playing staff or a member of the hierarchy at Parkhead, a mass exodus looks set to take place.
One of those who could leave Glasgow behind is central defender Kristoffer Ajer.
The Norwegian has come a long way since being signed as a 17-year-old, now attracting the eyes of those in the Premier League.
Newcastle have sent scouts to watch him and it wouldn’t be a great surprise if Saturday’s game with Hibernian was his last as a Celtic player.
With Christopher Jullien a long-term absentee, it leaves Stephen Welsh as the only reliable centre-half in the first-team picture.
As such, the Bhoys will need to delve into the transfer market and find a replacement.
According to TEAMtalk, Celtic are leading the race to sign Cardiff City defender Ciaron Brown. The Northern Irishman has had quite the story, being snapped out of non-league football to becoming a professional.
He starred for Livingston earlier this term and it’s his performances at Almondvale that leads us to believe Celtic should sign him.
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A dogged defender who can also play at wing-back, he is rather different to Ajer. The Norway international is a wonderful ball-playing centre-back, something epitomised by his pass success rate of 97% this weekend.
Brown, on the other hand, is not so good with the ball at his feet. Throughout 2020/21, the 23-year-old has completed just 53.1% of his passes.
That is a horrifying number but there are certain advantages to signing him. For example, he is colossal in the air, winning 3.3 aerial battles per match this term.
He is also a prolific tackler, winning 1.6 challenges per game for Livingston.
Celtic have seen firsthand what a bully he can be in defence and in the final third. When they drew 2-2 with Livi back in January, Brown not only scored but also assisted a goal from centre-back.
He made a devastating impact that crushed Lennon’s side and handed them a pretty embarrassing result away from home.
A strong and hard-working footballer, his mental attributes could undeniably help Celtic’s lacklustre defence.
They conceded 16 more goals than Rangers in the league this season so need someone with a bit of extra steel.
Speaking to The Daily Record after Cardiff recalled him from his loan spell in Scotland, manager David Martindale said: “He is a massive player for us and he is a great lad around the place.
“Ciaron has got a very good football brain. When I ask him to do a job, he knows what to do and nine times out of ten he will make the right decision.”
Considering the Celtic backline have lacked some very basic decision-making skills this season, Brown would be an astute capture.
They will, however, need to ensure he passes the ball out more adequately than he’s shown this season.
Herbert Hainer has informed Real Madrid that his club have no desire to sell Alphonso Davies, who Los Blancos are intent on signing next summer.
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The captain produced another memorable night for Lionel Scaloni's side to stay undefeated in 2026 World Cup qualifying.
Was anything else to be expected? Could Lionel Messi really go missing for a month? The Argentine may not have been in fine form – or entirely fit – in recent weeks, but he isn't exactly slowing down, either. He showed such on Tuesday night, scoring twice as Argentina cruised to a 2-0 win over Peru in World Cup qualifying.
The signs were there early on. The Argentine went on a signature mazy run in the opening minutes, and Messi curled a free-kick that stung the palms of Peru goalkeeper Pedro Gallese.
Then the goals came. The first was a wonderful effort, a controlled volley from the top of the box that flew into the top corner off a Nico Gonzalez cutback. The second looked much the same, struck from the same spot but hit lower and to the keeper's right.
He almost had a third after the break, but saw a tap-in correctly ruled out after a VAR review. Peru pushed for a way back into the game, and enjoyed some attacking spells, but a resolute Argentina defence comfortably held onto the lead to complete an ideal night for Lionel Scaloni's side.
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Gio Reyna is back. Well, almost back at least. It's been a while since we've seen the United States men's national team star making things happen for club or country, but as the calendar turns towards October, it appears that Reyna is nearly ready.
First up will be Borussia Dortmund duty, as the German club has some big early-season games coming up. Hoffenheim, who sit one place above Dortmund in the Bundesliga table in the early stages of the season, are next up on Friday, before a marquee Champions League clash with Christian Pulisic, Yunus Musah and AC Milan five days later. That will come amid a week that has seen Reyna linked to the Serie A giants, adding further intrigue to a Group-of-Death match that needs little more.
Coming soon, though, is the big moment: the USMNT reunion. The U.S. has massive matches coming up, friendlies against Germany and Ghana that should provide big tests. All eyes, though, will be on Reyna, who for the first time since everything went down following the 2022 World Cup, will be reunited with national team boss Gregg Berhalter.
The big question is what that looks like going forward. The two have spoken but, heading towards U.S. camp, what condition is Reyna in, both physically and mentally? Having dealt with some setbacks on and off the field this year, what can Reyna do over the next few months to make sure he ends 2023 on a high?
Tottenham are determined to avoid a repeat of last summer's Harry Kane transfer saga by triggering the option to extend Son Heung-min's contract.
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The former Fulham striker netted a stunning hat-trick to move his new side to the top of the table heading into the international break
Matches between Al-Ittihad and Al-Hilal are always special encounters. 'The Saudi Clasico' is the most historic game on the Pro League calendar, as the competition's two most successful clubs face off in front of bumper crowds. But if there were any worries that the influx of foreign stars would blunt the rivalry at all, then there need not have been.
Friday's 4-3 win for Al-Hilal proved to be the Pro League game of the season so far, as the visitors came from 3-1 down at half-time to end their hosts 100 percent start to the campaign and claim top spot for themselves heading into the international break.
That they were able to move to the summit was, in part, also down to Al-Ahli losing their own perfect record in some style, as the newly-promoted outfit were thrashed 5-1 at Al-Fath, while Cristiano Ronaldo and co. at Al-Nassr continue to close the gap after their poor start to the season, and are now just four points off the top following a third successive league victory.
GOAL breaks down the winners & losers from the latest round of Saudi Pro League action…