Новости за 04.06.2019

Former Arsenal and Spain forward Jose Antonio Reyes was driving at more than 135 miles per hour when his car crashed, Spanish police have confirmed.Reyes funeral took place in his hometown of Utrera on Monday following the fatal accident on Saturday.The 35-year-old was registered with Segunda Division outfit Extremadura at the time of his death, having signed a short-term deal earlier this year.A fitting tribute to a legend that touched so many people's lives.#ReyesLeyenda pic.twitter.com/cjdajIQ4fp Sevilla FC (@SevillaFC_ENG) June 2... Читать дальше...

England Women arrived in France on Tuesday as they prepared to get their World Cup campaign under way.Boss Phil Neville and his 23-player squad, having flown from Heathrow, came through arrivals at Nice Cote dAzur Airport around 6pm local time.There were plenty of smiles and laughter among the group, who are staying at Nices Radisson Blu hotel. England and Manchester City captain Steph Houghton was part of a quartet of players who had a selfie taken with a passer-by, and the whole squad posed for... Читать дальше...

Notts County will tell the High Court on Wednesday they need more time to settle their tax debts because their proposed takeover by a South African group has been hit by ill health.The Magpies were relegated to the National League last month and now may have to opt for administration to gain protection from HM Revenue and Customs attempt to shut them down.That would mean they would start life in the fifth tier on minus 12 points, greatly reducing their chances of a quick return to League Two.Owner... Читать дальше...

After England won the World Cup in 1966, they suffered a slump. Alf Ramsey’s side made the quarter-finals in 1970, but failed to qualify for two subsequent World Cups and two European Championships.After England reached the semi-finals of Italia ‘90, they suffered a slump. Graham Taylor’s side squeezed through qualifying for Euro ‘92, but failed to win a single game at the tournament and promptly failed to qualify for the next World Cup.After Euro ‘96, England suffered a slump. Despite an extraordinary... Читать дальше...

According to Jornal de Noticas (via Sportwitness), Manchester United have bid €80million – €55mand €25m in bonuses – for the Sporting Lisbon midfielder.United's bid dwarfs that of Manchester City, who hasreportedlybid €50million which included promised player loans.City's bid has reportedly already been turned down, but United's – which comes to roughly £71 million in sterling –is 'very seducing' according to Jornal de Noticas.Fernandes is one of the most sought after midfielders in Europe having scored 32 goals last season... Читать дальше...

Everton defender Phil Jagielka has announced his departure from the club.Club captain Jagielka spent 12 years at Goodison Park, but was restricted to just seven appearances this season.The 36-year-old former England international said on Instagram: Its been hard to confirm my situation for next season as that decision hadnt been fully made by the club until now, unfortunately my journey at Everton has come to an end after 12 fantastic seasons. View this post on Instagram Its been hard to confirm... Читать дальше...

Goalkeeper Liam Kelly has invoked a release clause which will see him leave Livingston.Kelly is midway through a two-year contract but is free to move on for a sum believed to be 50,000.The 23-year-old kept 17 clean sheets for the Ladbrokes Premiership side after joining from Rangers last summer.Kelly is currently with the Scotland squad ahead of Euro 2020 qualifiers against Cyprus and Belgium.A club statement read: Livingston FC regretfully announce that goalkeeper Liam Kelly has asked for a transfer... Читать дальше...

First a note from our editor,James Brown.I was lying in bed awake at 4.30 on a dark Tuesday morning when a photograph of Diego Maradona WhatsApped its way into my life. I spent a long time punching the air because we’d sent Andy Mitten off to the most dangerous part of Mexico the night before, on the off chance he could get to the infamous footballing legend. I didn’t expect to see Diego lying on a pitch at Dorados 24 hours later, reading our Marcelo Bielsa feature. As Swansea full-back Dylan Thomas said... Читать дальше...

Harvey Barnes insists England Under-21s cannot look beyond the group stages at Euro 2019.The Leicester winger is urging caution ahead of the tournament in Italy and San Marino this month.The Young Lions face France, Romania and Croatia in Group C opening against France in Cesena on June 18.They lost on penalties to Germany in the semi-finals in Poland two years ago but Barnes is adamant England cannot dream about winning the tournament yet.It is something that is in the back of our heads but I dont think that is the main thing at the moment... Читать дальше...

Legendary footballer Diego Maradona is currently managing lowly Dorados in the Mexican second division – but has toldFourFourTwohe could return Manchester United to their former glory.In an exclusive interview, he also reveals his verdict on the current Reds side.The former Argentina coach has managed two teams in the United Arab Emirates in recent years, before taking up his current role with Dorados last year.For theJuly 2019 issue of the magazine,FourFourTwosent Editor at Large Andy Mittendeep... Читать дальше...

Justin Edinburgh is receiving the best possible care in hospital after being taken ill, his club Leyton Orient have announced.Orient manager Edinburgh was taken to a local hospital on Monday morning after falling ill unexpectedly, just weeks after guiding the club back into the English Football League.In a statement posted on the clubs Twitter account, Orient said: Following Justin Edinburghs admission to hospital on Monday morning, we would like to thank every supporter, club and organisation that... Читать дальше...

Having scored 19 goals, assisted a further13 and being voted Arsenal's player of the season,Lacazette's stock is on the rise.AtleticoMadrid are resigned to losing star man Antoine Griezmann this summer and see Alexandre Lacazette as an ideal replacement.It was believed that Griezmann would be heading to Barcelona, however recent reports indicate the Catalan club may have performed a u-turn on the deal.Now they too are looking into the possibility of signing Lacazette.With Arsenal failing to qualifyfor the Champions Leagueagain... Читать дальше...

Sunderland owner Stewart Donald is considering investment from a number of interested parties amid speculation that a takeover is close.Press Association Sport understands a series of potential investors remain in talks with the man who struck a 40million deal to buy the club from Ellis Short last summer.However, it is understood that no takeover is imminent and that the need for a fresh cash injection has been alleviated somewhat by the clubs League One play-off final defeat by Charlton at Wembley.A... Читать дальше...

Celtic have begun a probe into the leak of a confidential document outlining their summer transfer plans.Photographs of the report, which details their plans for some contracted players as well as potential targets in each position, have appeared on social media.The document came from a meeting between chief executive Peter Lawwell, manager Neil Lennon and other coaching and recruitment staff about two months ago.The club said they were looking into the matter.Lee Congerton has since left as head... Читать дальше...

"He had a right to go down."Of all the nigglingly infuriating clichés that litter the language of modern football, it’s got to be the worst. And it’s in danger of becoming normalised to the point that it’s genuinely believed – that is if it hasn’t already.Liverpool’s 2-0 win at Cardiff in April brought Mohamed Salah under the spotlight once again, as he won a penalty under the hapless manhandling of Sean Morrison. There was little doubt that the Bluebirds skipper had committed the foul, but it took... Читать дальше...

According to The Independent, United have moved into pole position in the race to sign Maddison.It's thought that Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham are all keen.But Ole Gunnar Solskjaerhasreportedly made histheir mission to snap upthe highly-rated 22-year-old.Maddison scored seven goals and assisted seven more in a hugely impressive debut season at Leicester.Leicester bought Maddison for £20 million from Norwich City last summer.The attacking midfielder fits the mould of United's youth-orientated... Читать дальше...

The conclusion of a saga that has been unfolding over the past season is that Real Madrid have agreed a deal with Eintracht Frankfurt for Luka Jovic – who has won plaudits all over Europe with his performances for the Bundesliga side/Real Madrid have announced on their website that the Serbian has joined the club, subject to a medical.They confirm that Jovic will be under contract for six seasons until summer 2025, although no fee has been announced.Jovic scored 27 goals in all competitions last... Читать дальше...

Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny was offered up to Inter –but the Italiansrefused the chance to sign him, according to Goal.com.It's thoughtthat the Inter hierarchy believe the signing of another veteran centre-backDiego Godin is enough to bolster their defence for now.The report does state, however, that other Serie A clubs may be interested in the Frenchman.Koscielny is now widely expected to depart Arsenal this summer after 353 appearences for the North London club.With Stephan Lichsteiner also departing Arsenal this summer... Читать дальше...

Individualised messages of support for each member of the England squad heading to this summers Womens World Cup have been put on display across the country.Messages for the 23-strong group written by friends, family members, teachers and coaches have appeared in locations special to each player, from where they grew up to the location of their current club.The message for Lionesses captain Steph Houghton from her cousin Amy, which is on display on Albion Way in Salford, not far from the defenders club Manchester City... Читать дальше...

Maurizio Sarri admitted he misses Italy amid growing reports he is hoping to leave Chelsea to become Juventus boss.In an interview with the Italian edition of Vanity Fair magazine, the Blues boss revealed his longing to return home in comments that will strengthen speculation that he is to join the Serie A champions.Sarri secured Champions League qualification by finishing third in the Premier League and then won the Europa League, yet it has been a difficult debut season that has seen his methods... Читать дальше...

Barnsley midfielder Ryan Hedges has agreed to join Scottish Premiership side Aberdeen.Wales international Hedges, 23, was out of contract with newly-promoted Barnsley, who had offered him a new deal.Barnsley Football Club can confirm that Ryan Hedges has decided against signing a new contract with the club and has decided to sign for Scottish Premier League [sic] side Aberdeen FC, read a statement on Barnsleys official website.Aberdeen confirmed on their official website that Hedges had agreed a... Читать дальше...

Glenn Whelan is not ready to retire just yet but he insists he will not hang around like a bad smell.The 35-year-old was one of eight players released by Aston Villa just days after the club secured their return to the Premier League by winning the Sky Bet Championship play-off final.He therefore met up with the Republic of Ireland squad, for Euro 2020 qualifiers against Denmark and Gibraltar, facing an uncertain future.Glenn Whelan celebrates Aston Villas Sky Bet Championship play-off final victory... Читать дальше...

Real Madrid have confirmed the signing of Serbia striker Luka Jovic from Eintracht Frankfurt.Jovic, 21, has agreed a six-year contract with the Spanish giants, while the move is subject to a medical.Real Madrid CF and Eintracht Frankfurt have agreed to the transfer of player Luka Jovic, pending the medical examination, the LaLiga club said on Twitter.Official Announcement: Jovi.#WelcomeJovic | #RealMadridhttps://t.co/kDr9MnmoKF Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) June 4, 2019The player remains linked to the club during the next six seasons... Читать дальше...

England boss Gareth Southgate has hailed Champions League winner Jordan Henderson as the standard-bearer for his Three Lions side.Henderson captained Liverpool to their sixth European Cup success as they beat Tottenham 2-0 in Madrid on Saturday night.The former Sunderland midfielder picked up his 50th England cap in the 5-1 Euro 2020 qualifying win over Montenegro during the last international break. View this post on Instagram Sometimes dreams can come true #6times @liverpoolfcA post shared by Jordan Henderson (@jhenderson) on Jun 1... Читать дальше...

Trippier was part of the Tottenham Hostpur side that lost to Liverpool 2-0 in the Champions League final on Saturday, and the player has himselfadmitted that his performances "have not been good at all"this season."I'll go home now, spend time with my family, and just recover after a long, difficult season," he told Sky Sports."Everybody's got a decision to make, no matter what."I want to stay in England. But what can you do? I'll see what happens and what the club wants, most importantly."I give everything for this club - training sessions... Читать дальше...