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China says South Korean footballer detained in alleged bribery case
China says South Korean footballer detained in alleged bribery case
South Korean international footballer Son Jun-ho is in police custody in northeast China in connection with a bribery case, Beijing's...
2023-05-16 17:28
Brian Snitker calls out Atlanta Braves fans for delaying NLDS Game 1
Brian Snitker calls out Atlanta Braves fans for delaying NLDS Game 1
Atlanta Braves fans showed their disdain for a pivotal call by throwing debris on the field on Saturday, and the Braves manager isn't having it.
2023-10-08 11:22
Paige Spiranac voices support for Rory McIlroy though she claims ‘he’s broken my heart one too many times'
Paige Spiranac voices support for Rory McIlroy though she claims ‘he’s broken my heart one too many times'
Rory McIlroy receives encouragement from Paige Spiranac, his sharpest detractors, in advance of his participation in the 2023 Genesis Scottish Open
2023-07-12 17:53
Skip Bayless Thinks Ja Morant's Instagram Posts Are a 'Cry For Help'
Skip Bayless Thinks Ja Morant's Instagram Posts Are a 'Cry For Help'
Skip Bayless on Ja Morant's latest social media posts.
2023-05-24 23:47
Luis Rubiales sends Fifa new video of Jenni Hermoso laughing over kiss on team bus
Luis Rubiales sends Fifa new video of Jenni Hermoso laughing over kiss on team bus
Luis Rubiales has sent new video to Fifa appearing to show Jenni Hermoso laughing over his infamous kiss, as the Spanish Football Federation president continues to desperately cling to power. Rubiales was suspended from all football-related activity for 90 days while Fifa investigates the incident, in which he grabbed Spain forward Hermoso and kissed her on the lips during the World Cup final presentation in Sydney. He was also seen handling other players and kissing them on the cheek in the aftermath of the 1-0 victory over England, and footage also showed him grabbing his crotch in an aggressive celebration. Rubiales has received widespread condemnation from across sport and politics, including the prime minister of Spain Pedro Sanchez, but he has denied wrongdoing, insisting the kiss was consensual and refusing to resign in a dramatic press conference. His mother has gone on hunger strike in protest against the “witch-hunt” and is currently being treated in hospital. The Spanish FA initially tried to point to still photos indicating Hermoso had lifted Rubiales off the ground in celebration and thus initiated the kiss. Now footage has emerged of the player laughing with teammates on the team bus after the final while holding up a meme on her phone which poked fun at the incident. The meme compared the Rubiales incident alongside a photo of former Spanish men’s goalkeeper Iker Casillas kissing reporter and then girlfriend Sara Carbonero. In the video, Hermoso can be seen smiling as she shows the image while some of her teammates chant “beso”, meaning kiss, and “presi”, referring to the FA president Rubiales. A member of Rubiales’ camp told the DailyMail that they believed the video to be “gold dust” in his defence against both Fifa’s investigation into his conduct and any potential criminal charge of sexual assault, which the Spanish police authorities are exploring. However, Hermoso has insisted the kiss was not consensual and that both herself and her friends and family were “pressured” to speak out in support of Rubiales. She criticised the “manipulative, hostile and controlling culture” of the Spanish national team. “I have to state that I have been under continuous pressure to come up with a statement that could justify the act of Mr Luis Rubiales,” Hermoso said in a statement on Twitter. “Not only that, but in different ways and through different people, the RFEF has pressured those around me (family, friends, colleagues, etc.) to give testimony that had little or nothing to do with my feelings. “It is not up to me to evaluate communication and integrity practices, but I am sure that as the world champion national team we do not deserve such a manipulative, hostile and controlling culture. This type of incident joins a long list of situations that we players have been denouncing in recent years, so this event, in which I have been involved, is just the straw that breaks the camel’s back and what everyone has been able to see. But attitudes like this have been part of the day-to-day life of our team for years. “For all these reasons, I want to reinforce the position I took from the beginning, considering that I do not have to support the person who has committed this action against my will, without respecting me, at a historic moment for me and for women’s sport.” Meanwhile Uefa, of which Rubiales is a vice-president, has finally broken its silence over the incident. Uefa president Aleksander Ceferin described the behaviour Rubiales as “inappropriate” – but called for Fifa’s investigation to be allowed to run its course. Read More Luis Rubiales is just the latest crisis in Spanish FA’s dark history Luis Rubiales news LIVE: Mother ends hunger strike as new video emerges Uefa boss: Rubiales was ‘inappropriate’ but says Fifa will decide his future
2023-08-31 17:47
'12 out of 10' Medvedev stuns Alcaraz to reach US Open final
'12 out of 10' Medvedev stuns Alcaraz to reach US Open final
Daniil Medvedev upset defending champion Carlos Alcaraz in an enthralling semi-final duel to reach the US...
2023-09-09 11:27
USC's Jamil Muhammad is grateful he finally put aside QB dreams to become a star pass rusher
USC's Jamil Muhammad is grateful he finally put aside QB dreams to become a star pass rusher
Jamil Muhammad started college 4 1/2 years ago as an aspiring quarterback at Vanderbilt
2023-10-12 07:56
Football rumours: Jordan Henderson on shopping list for Steven Gerrard’s new job
Football rumours: Jordan Henderson on shopping list for Steven Gerrard’s new job
What the papers say Steven Gerrard could target his successor as Liverpool captain after taking over as manager of Saudi club Al-Ettifaq. The Daily Mail reports England midfielder Jordan Henderson, 33, has emerged as a potential target for Gerrard, along with Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, 34. Chelsea are in talks with Southampton about bringing their former youth player Tino Livramento, 20, back to Stamford Bridge, according to the Daily Mail. The England Under-21 right-back is valued at £38 million with Newcastle also showing interest. The race to sign Spanish midfielder Gabri Veiga from Celta Vigo is hotting up, according to the Guardian. Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester City are all interested in the 21-year-old but Paris St Germain are moving into pole position. Granit Xhaka‘s time at Arsenal is almost over. The Sun reports that the Switzerland midfielder, 30, will complete a £21.5 million move to Bayer Leverkusen this week. Social media round-up Players to watch Romeo Lavia: Liverpool are favourites to beat Chelsea in the race to sign the Belgium midfielder, 19, from Southampton. Callum Hudson-Odoi: Nottingham Forest are among those chasing the England winger, 22, from Chelsea. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-07-04 14:54
Frittelli WD after going 15-over in 14 holes at PGA Memorial
Frittelli WD after going 15-over in 14 holes at PGA Memorial
Dylan Frittelli, struggling through a difficult PGA Tour season, withdrew from the Memorial tournament on Thursday after going 15-over par in...
2023-06-02 04:56
Derek Jeter gets the worst gift from David Ortiz on FOX Broadcast
Derek Jeter gets the worst gift from David Ortiz on FOX Broadcast
Derek Jeter made his debut on FOX Sports and was given a gift by David Ortiz. It turned out to be every Yankees fan's worst nightmare.There is no denying the respect that exists between Derek Jeter and David Ortiz, despite them playing their careers on opposing ends.But the former Bosto...
2023-06-25 22:47
Budweiser Owner to Sponsor Football World Cups For Both Women and Men
Budweiser Owner to Sponsor Football World Cups For Both Women and Men
Anheuser-Busch InBev will sponsor the women’s 2023 World Cup in a nod to one of football’s fastest-growing areas,
2023-06-08 19:23
Manchester City and Leipzig advance in Champions League. Veterans Pepe and Giroud shine
Manchester City and Leipzig advance in Champions League. Veterans Pepe and Giroud shine
Manchester City and Leipzig have reached the knockout stage of the Champions League with two matches to spare
2023-11-08 08:25