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ERLING HAALAND revealed he felt “triggered” watching other players scoring at the World Cup while he sat on his sofa. The Manchester City striker missed out on Qatar after Norway failed to qualify for the tournament. 1 Erling Haaland admitted he was “mad” to miss the World CupCredit: AFP But he has wasted no time in getting back on the scoresheet after putting another two past Leeds at Elland Road – making it 20 in the Premier League already. He also netted against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup last week and admitted he was “mad” at missing out on the World Cup. Haaland told Amazon Prime: “Being home, being a bit mad that I don’t play at the World Cup.Continue Reading

JACK Grealish has been spotted trying his luck as an Amazon delivery driver. The 27-year-old took part in a promotional stunt for the US company, delivering parcels around Manchester in uniform. 3 Jack Grealish took part in a promotional stunt for the US company, delivering parcels around Manchester 3 England ace Jack became an Amazon delivery driver for the day 3 The forward has become a hit with the fans despite not picking up his best form during his stint in the North WestCredit: EPA The Attacking midfielder, turned winger, joined Pep Guardiola and co on the blue side of Manchester in August 2021, for a club record fee. The forward has become a hit with the fans despite notContinue Reading

JACK Grealish has been spotted trying his luck as an Amazon delivery driver. The 27-year-old took part in a promotional stunt for the US company, delivering parcels around Manchester in uniform. 3 Jack Grealish took part in a promotional stunt for the US company, delivering parcels around Manchester 3 England ace Jack became an Amazon delivery driver for the day 3 The forward has become a hit with the fans despite not picking up his best form during his stint in the North WestCredit: EPA The Attacking midfielder, turned winger, joined Pep Guardiola and co on the blue side of Manchester in August 2021, for a club record fee. The forward has become a hit with the fans despite notContinue Reading

THE PDC Darts World Championship is rolling on at pace at Ally Pally. Peter Wright won the trophy last time out, and he’ll be looking to retain his title in the huge tournament over Christmas and New Year. 3 Peter Wright celebrates his second Worlds trophy wife JoanneCredit: Getty PDC Darts Championship 2022/23 schedule and results Thursday December 15 (7pm GMT)3x First Round, 1x Second RoundMickey Mansell BEAT Ben Robb 3-1 (R1)Grant Sampson BEAT Keane Barry 3-1 (R1)Nathan Rafferty BEAT Jermaine Wattimena 3-2 (R1)Peter Wright BEAT Mickey Mansell 3-0 (R2) Friday December 16Afternoon Session (12.30pm GMT)3x First Round, 1x Second RoundAlan Soutar BEAT Mal Cuming 3-0 (R1)Boris Krcmar BEAT Toru Suzuki 3-0 (R1)Adrian Lewis BEAT Daniel Larsson 3-0 (R1)Kim HuybrechtsContinue Reading

MARK Applegarth is ready to make a bang as a coach after being ‘bang average’ as a player. Wakefield’s new boss makes his debut at Leeds today after being promoted to replace Willie Poching. 3 Mark Applegarth leads Wakefield into his first games as head coach todayCredit: SWPIX.COM Ask him and he will say he was nothing special during his career on the pitch – neither were Arsene Wenger, Jose Mourinho and rugby league maestro Wayne Bennett. And after being guided by several bosses over the years, qualified teacher Applegarth is ready to follow his fellow ‘steady Eddies’ out of the background. Applegarth, Super League’s youngest boss at 38-years-old, said: “As a player I was bang average in ability, soContinue Reading

Merry Christmas, Arsenal fans Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has confirmed the club will indeed be “active” in the transfer window following Gabriel Jesus’ recent knee surgery. He said: “We are going to be active and active means we are looking to strengthen the team. “This squad still doesn’t have the luxury of not maximising every single window. “We have to do that because it’s really important, but then we have to get the right profile. “It has to be the right player to take us to the next level.” The north Londoners, meanwhile, have been told they’ll have to fork out a mere £8million to sign Atletico Madrid ace Joao Felix. The Portugal ace is looking for a new challengeContinue Reading

AN MMA legend known for fighting one of the most important rounds in UFC history has died at the age of 45. Ultimate Fighting Championship Hall of Famer Stephan Bonnar passed away on Thursday “from presumed heart complications while at work,” UFC confirmed. 3 Fighting legend Stephan Bonnar has passed away from presumed heart complications at 45, UFC confirmedCredit: Getty 3 The fighter was most known for his memorable appearance in the first season of The Ultimate FighterCredit: Getty 3 The UFC wrote that his contribution to the program saved the dying sport and brought a new fan base to MMACredit: Getty “Stephan Bonnar was one of the most important fighters to ever compete in the Octagon,” UFC President Dana WhiteContinue Reading

Good morning Arsenal fans Arsenal look set to lose out on Brazil star Matheus Cunha with Wolves confident of landing the forward, according to reports. Julen Lopetegui is looking to bring reinforcements into Molineux after taking over as boss of the Midlands club. The Spaniard has a big job on his hands with misfiring Wolves propping up the Premier League table heading into the World Cup break. But the club look to have gotten a boost as the Mail indicates they are closing in on Cunha. The striker is out of favour at Atletico Madrid and had been linked with a Premier League move. Arsenal were among several English clubs linked with the 23-year-old. Meanwhile, Arsenal will extend Charlie Patino’sContinue Reading

ISCO is set to leave Sevilla only four months after signing for the club, dramatic reports suggests. The midfielder had been trying to find his feet at a new club after a difficult few years at Real Madrid. 1 Isco’s unpredictable career could be set to take another turnCredit: Rex But his move to Sevilla has not gone to plan and the six-times Europa League winners find themselves in the relegation zone after 14 games. The manager Julen Lopetegui, who is believed to have been a close ally of Isco, was sacked in October after the club’s poor start to the season. And now the 30-year-old could himself be on the way out, according to Marca. Despite signing a two-yearContinue Reading

FANS brutally joked that Georgina Rodriguez has been BANNED from celebrating Argentina’s World Cup win. The model, born in Buenos Aires, spent the winter tournament in Qatar supporting Portugal for her beloved Cristiano Ronaldo. 3 Georgina Rodriguez pictured during the World Cup 3 Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal were dumped out in the quarter-finalCredit: Rex But it was Ronaldo’s great on field rival Lionel Messi who at last got his hands on football’s most prized possession. Ronaldo, whose Portugal side were dumped out in the quarter-final stages, has remained radio silent after the thrilling showpiece game. And so too has his Argentine partner, leading to some hilarious reaction from fans online. One said: “Georgina Rodriguez is the only Argentine to notContinue Reading