In football there’s life on the pitch and life away from it. For Cristiano Ronaldo, his mega-money move to league-leading Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia represents more than just the round ball. Ronaldo’s switch to the Middle East will offer a unique challenge to one of the greatest players of all-time. There is no doubt about his equality, even at the age of 37. But culture, conditions, society – How will Ronaldo adapt to life in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia? Former A-Leagues defender and ex-Australia international Jonathan McKain knows Al-Nassr and Saudi Arabian football better than most through his own…
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Manchester United’s hierarchy privately concede that they overpaid for Antony last summer, according to reports. The Brazil international has shown flashes of his talent since his £85 million move from Ajax and has scored five goals in 16 appearances so far. Manchester United spent £85m on signing Antony from Ajax last summer (Reuters) But the 22-year-old has already faced criticism for some his performances this season under Erik ten Hag and many believe United have not seen a good enough return on their investment. According to ESPN, United’s board accept they spent too much on signing Antony from Ajax but maintain there were three key…
Manchester City manager rested key players in Sunday’s FA Cup drubbing of Chelsea Pep Guardiola says he is considering “ridiculous” plans for Manchester City’s derby at Old Trafford in the Premier League on Saturday. City first play at Southampton in Wednesday’s Carabao Cup quarter-final, but the manager is already assessing strategies to try to defeat their crosstown rivals. Pep Guardiola has hinted he may shuffle his pack for the upcoming derby against Manchester United at Old Trafford. Photograph: Alex Livesey/Getty Images “I have a few ideas, thoughts – ridiculous ones against United – but still I didn’t watch their last…
Cristiano Ronaldo signed a mega £175million-a-year contract with Al-Nassr following his exit from Manchester United. Cristiano Ronaldo is not being paid to promote Saudi Arabia’s World Cup bid (Image: Getty) Al-Nassr have strongly denied that Cristiano Ronaldo is being paid to help promote Saudi Arabia’s 2030 World Cup and join Lionel Messi as an ambassador for the country. Reports in France had claimed that part of Ronaldo’s agreement to join Al-Nassr to make him football’s highest-paid player was for the 37-year-old to have his wages doubled for backing Saudi Arabia’s bid to host the World Cup in seven years. The supposed deal would essentially see…
Manchester United needed a little extra to see off Charlton Athletic in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, worried the 1-0 lead might not be enough. Erik ten Hag rang the changes midway through the second half, and while it took until injury time, Marcus Rashford stepped up, with two goals to make it 3-0. Rashford is a player who simply cannot stop scoring. Even setting aside his World Cup exploits, his club record has been sensational. His performance level leading up to this weekend’s Manchester derby could not be better. Marcus Rashford record this season The forward has now scored in seven consecutive matches,…
Luke Hobbs, played by Dwayne Johnson, shares the Fast and Furious cast’s commitment to family as his top priority. The highest-earning actor in Hollywood has established a solid reputation for himself over the course of a nine-year wrestling career and a ten-year acting career. He has contributed to numerous spine-tingling action thrillers that have gained cult followings of their own. Furthermore, going by the ring name The Rock, he is not only the greatest professional wrestler of all time but also played a crucial role in the development and success of the World Wrestling Federation ( now WWE) during the Attitude Era.…
This image includes several Triassic species whose remains were also found in northern Zimbabwe, together with the recently discovered dinosaur Mbiresaurus raathi. According to a recent study, Zimbabwe has produced one of the oldest dinosaur species ever found on Earth and the oldest confirmed dinosaur species ever found in Africa. The discovery provides fresh insight into the origin of dinosaurs and answers one of the most important concerns in Triassic palaeontology: Why did dinosaurs inhabit only a portion of the prehistoric supercontinent Pangaea? Scientists began working on the Pebbly Arkose Formation in northern Zimbabwe in 2017. After five years of…
The Mecca of the entertainment business, Los Angeles, California, is the location of WrestleMania 39. WWE takes pleasure in having the best superstars available and being the biggest promotion in professional wrestling. Another chance to substantiate that position will come at WrestleMania 39. The interest in a fight between Dwayne Johnson, popularly known as The Rock, and WWE Undisputed Champion Roman Reigns is building as speculations regarding potential WrestleMania matches for both John Cena and Steve Austin circulate. The moment Reigns began to emerge as a future star outside of The Shield, fans wondered if — or when — the…
Construction on a new roundabout has revealed the ruins of an Iron Age settlement. The finds, which included pottery that dates back roughly 2,250 years, were made close to Upton-upon-Severn in Worcestershire. The Iron Age site came to light during work to build a roundabout near Upton-upon-Severn, Worcestershire In August and September digs took place after surveys showed Iron Age remains might be found there. The finds give a “vital glimpse” into life at the time, archaeologist Robin Jackson said. The site was first spotted on aerial photos during the planning stage to improve the junction of the A38 and…
Manchester United can sign Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan this month, but for nothing less than €60 million (£52m). That’s according to Gazzetta dello Sport (print edition January 10, page 4), who claim that Inter would prefer to sell the 26-year-old in the summer. United manager Erik ten Hag wants to bolster his right-back ranks at Old Trafford this month, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka facing an uncertain future at the club. Dumfries has been on United’s radar for quite some time now. However, it seems the Red Devils will not be able to sign him in January unless they splash some serious…
Italian outlet CMW claim Manchester City defender Sergio Gomez is a surprise target for Juventus this month as the Serie A giants look to replace Alex Sandro, who may decide not sign a new deal with the Old Lady – for a fee of £35m. Gomez, 22, joined Manchester City in the summer for a fee of around £11.5m. But the Spaniard has only played 11 times for City, remaining an unused substitute for City in their last eight Premier League matches. He is struggling. His form at Anderlecht was incredible. From left-back, he had a hand in 22 goals in 50 appearances.…
Man United parted ways with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner following his jaw-dropping interview. Piers Morgan has hit back at claims Cristiano Ronaldo is “finished” after leaving Manchester United for the second time before agreeing a mega-money contract with Saudi club Al-Nassr. Ronaldo, 37, was shown the door at Old Trafford in November following that jaw-dropping TalkTV interview with media figure Morgan in which the five-time Ballon d’Or winner criticised the club, manager Erik ten Hag and people associated with United past and present. He went on to pitch up at Al-Nassr following his World Cup exploits in Qatar with Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo during…
Rio Ferdinand has made a last-minute striker recommendation as Man Utd reportedly close in on the signing of Wout Weghorst. The Netherlands international is on loan at Besiktas from Championship side Burnley with a report yesterday claiming he is ‘on his way’ to Man Utd. Weghorst has scored eight goals and provided four assists in 16 matches for the Turkish club this season, while he climbed off the bench to score two goals in four substitute appearances for the Netherlands at the World Cup. Besiktas want compensation before allowing Weghorst to go back to Burnley and the Turkish side claimed yesterday…
Dwayne Johnson should be looking for a new franchise to call his own since Black Adam failed miserably to change the power structure. However, if you ask the internet, he has already signed up for one of the most popular sci-fi series ever and has simply forgotten to let us know, which is unusual for The Rock. Other fans of Doctor Who have still more reason to be enthusiastic about the lively future of the present, as at least one veteran DCEU star appears to be returning under James Gunn and Peter Safran’s direction. Everyone’s dreaming Dwayne Johnson into Avatar: The…
In the Shandong province of China, archaeologists have uncovered a 5000-year-old graveyard of very tall individuals who once lived there. The skeletal remains were taller than six feet. In the Shandong province of China, archaeologists have uncovered a 5000-year-old graveyard of very tall individuals who once lived there. The skeletal remains were taller than six feet. 104 homes, 205 graves, and 20 sacrificial pits have been discovered during an archaeological excavation at Jiaojia hamlet in Jinan City’s Zhangqiu District, according to Xinhua. Grave of giants unearthed in China Pottery and various objects made with jade were also unearthed during the…
Rio Ferdinand has told his YouTube channel that he would rather try and defend up against Riyad Mahrez than Bukayo Saka of Arsenal, simply due to the England international’s sheer pace. Arsenal are flying right now. They lead the way in the Premier League by five points. And it appears that Mikel Arteta’s men are going absolutely nowhere, having only lost once in the top-flight all season. Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images They really are back amongst the heavyweights. And Saka has been absolutely pivotal to their form, scoring six goals and contributing six assists in the top-flight. He also scored three times at the World…
PARIS: Lionel Messi and Paris Saint-Germain will play a friendly against a select side made up of players from Cristiano Ronaldo’s new club Al Nassr and their Saudi rivals Al Hilal in Riyadh on January 19, the French champions announced on Monday. Qatar-owned PSG will travel to Doha on January 17 before moving on to the Saudi capital for the match at the King Fahd Stadium which will see Messi and Ronaldo renew their rivalry. Messi returned to training with PSG last week after being given a fortnight off following Argentina’s World Cup triumph in Qatar in December. Meanwhile Ronaldo,…
Rio Ferdinand believes Manchester United should have explored a deal for Porto striker Mehdi Taremi ahead of Wout Weghorst. United are in the market for a new striker this month and have held extensive talks to sign Weghorst, who is currently on loan at Besiktas from Burnley. Mehdi Taremi has been in impressive form for Porto this season (Quality Sport Images/Getty) Erik ten Hag’s side have already seen their first offer rejected as they attempt to persuade Besiktas to cancel Weghorst’s season-long loan. But Ferdinand feels United should make a move for Taremi, who has scored 14 goals in 20 appearances for Porto…
Young Rock, a three-season sitcom depicting Dwayne Johnson’s early life and times before he assumed the role of Black Adam and became an all-around well-known Hollywood megastar, is modeled after the Big Bang Theory spinoff Young Sheldon. Recently, a moment in which The Rock receives encouragement from his grandmother, Lia Maivia, about whether or not the young wrestler will succeed and bring his family with him, piqued the interest of viewers of the show. Daniel Knighton/Getty Images Dwayne Johnson clarified the situation on Twitter and clarified a small error regarding the different nicknames that his on-screen grandmother gives to his…
paved roads, memorial arches, ad hoses, and a labyrinth of white temples… This is Chia’s actual tlatis, which is hidden 130 feet under sea. Unbelievable pictures depict a metropolis hidden in the depths of Qiadao Lake in China. Deep in the tranquil waters, divers found a mind-boggling labyrinth of decorated temples, memorial arches, and drago carvings. The capital city, Shi Cheg, was formerly the center of politics and economics in Zhejiag’s eastern province. It lies hidden 130 feet below sea level. Visibility caп be qυite low dυe to the υпυsυal coпditioпs Bυt despite it’s beaυty, the city was deliberately flooded…
Man City right-back Rico Lewis has posted a 1-word comment on Sonny Perkins’ latest Instagram post, complimenting the youngster after his first goal in a Leeds United shirt against Cardiff City in the FA Cup. While Leeds were held to a disappointing 2-2 draw against Cardiff, Perkins emerged as a rare positive headline for Jesse Marsch and Co. As the Whites were losing 2-1 in the FA Cup, the 18-year-old emerged as his side’s hero, scoring a close-range strike which showcased his predatory instincts. Much like any and everyone watching, Rico Lewis too was impressed, as he expressed his appreciation via…
Former Manchester United striker Dwight Yorke has offered up his thoery on why Cristiano Ronaldo was so desperate to call time on his second stint at Old Trafford Cristiano Ronaldo wanted to leave Manchester United as he felt he wasn’t trusted to lead the club, according to Red Devils legend Dwight Yorke. The 37-year-old forward left Old Trafford in controversial circumstances late last year after participating in a tell-all interview with Piers Morgan that saw Ronaldo air all of his views on everyone from manager Erik ten Hag to the Glazer family – neither of whom were discussed particularly positively. Having told the world that he had “no…
Manchester United saw Cristiano Ronaldo leave the club by mutual consent back in November after his brutal interview with Piers Morgan. Manchester United want a new striker this winter. And with the likes of Joao Felix and Memphis Depay being linked with moves to Old Trafford, it’s possible the club’s next No 7 could arrive this month. Erik ten Hag knows he needs a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo and, presently, the 37-year-old’s former jersey at the club is up for grabs… Manchester United had been expecting Ronaldo to stay until the end of the season, despite the veteran struggling hit his usual heights following the…
Scientists reported on Wednesday that they have found in Egypt the fossilized remains of a previously unidentified type of four-legged amphibious whale that dates back 43 million years and aids in tracing the evolution of whales from land to sea. 43 million-year-old fossil of previously unknown 4-legged whale found in Egypt The newly discovered whale belongs to the Protocetidae, a group of extinct whales that falls in the middle of that transition, the Egyptian-led team of researchers said in a statement. Its fossil was unearthed from middle Eocene rocks in the Fayum Depression in Egypt’s the Western Desert — an…