Football rumours: Manchester United ‘shock contender’ to sign Sadio Mane
What the papers say Manchester United have emerged as a “shock contender” to sign ex-Liverpool star Sadio Mane, the Daily Mail says. The 31-year-old forward only joined Bayern Munich last summer in a £27.4million deal but after a troubled debut season which saw Mane involved in a post-match altercation with Leroy Sane, the Bundesliga club are looking to offload the winger. The Evening Standard says the Red Devils are also among the clubs to have sent scouts to watch Gent striker Gift Orban. It adds that Chelsea, Tottenham and Fulham are also keen on the 20-year-old. Gossip surrounding United’s summer transfer plans is also featured in the Daily Mirror, with it reporting that both Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot, 28, and Napoli’s defender Kim Min-jae, 26, are on Erik ten Hag’s shortlist. According to the Liverpool Echo, Liverpool are monitoring Brighton’s Argentina World Cup-winning midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, 24, Chelsea’s Mason Mount, 24, and Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch, 21. Social media round-up Players to watch Josko Gvardiol: The Daily Mail reports Manchester City are interested in signing the 21-year-old RB Leipzig and Croatia defender with the German club asking for £85m. Simon Adingra : 90min says Brighton’s 21-year-old winger is wanted by clubs in Germany and France following a successful loan in Belgium with Union Saint-Gilloise. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-05-19 14:26
Dollar gains as debt deal hopes rekindle hawkish Fed bets
By Rae Wee SINGAPORE The dollar firmed to a near six-month peak against the yen on Friday and
2023-05-19 13:55
G-7 Latest: Zelenskiy to Visit Japan, Leaders Tour A-Bomb Museum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is set to visit Group of Seven leaders in Japan for one of his
2023-05-19 13:49
On This Day in 2012 – Chelsea beat Bayern Munich to claim first Champions League
Chelsea won the Champions League for the first time in their history on this day in 2012. The west London club, who were beaten in the 2008 final by Manchester United, made it second time lucky as they got the better of Bayern Munich on penalties after the game ended 1-1 after extra time. The tie was played at Bayern’s Allianz Arena and it looked like the German side would capitalise on home advantage after Thomas Muller’s 83rd-minute goal put them on the brink of glory. But, under the stewardship of Roberto Di Matteo, the Blues hit back five minutes later as Didier Drogba headed Juan Mata’s corner past Manuel Neuer. Bayern squandered a big chance to regain the advantage just five minutes into extra time when former Blues winger Arjen Robben saw his penalty saved by Petr Cech following Drogba’s foul on Franck Ribery. Ultimately, nothing could separate the sides in 120 minutes, meaning – just like in the 2008 final – the destination of the trophy would be decided by spot-kicks. This time, though, the shoot-out went in Chelsea’s favour as, despite Mata failing with their first kick, goalkeeper Cech denied Ivica Olic before Bastian Schweinsteiger struck the right post. That allowed Drogba to score the winning penalty and give Chelsea a maiden Champions League crown. Blues captain John Terry gained notoriety after the game as, even though he was suspended, he donned his full kit and played a prominent part in the celebrations, making him the butt of many jokes. Chelsea won the competition for the second time in 2021, beating Premier League rivals Manchester City 1-0 in Porto thanks a Kai Havertz goal. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-05-19 13:29
Marketmind: Rehash on rates ahead as ECB, BOE and Fed speak
A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Vidya Ranganathan Several key central bankers, including Fed
2023-05-19 12:54
3 Lakers most to blame for Game 2 loss to the Nuggets
The Lakers lost Game 2 to the Denver Nuggets after a very poor performance from Anthony Davis. Darvin Ham deserves some of the blame as well.The Los Angeles Lakers lost Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals to the Denver Nuggets, 108-103.They had a lead for a huge part of it but really str...
2023-05-19 12:53
Murray leads Nuggets rally in 108-103 win over Lakers
Jamal Murray scored 23 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter as a furious finale carried the Denver Nuggets to a 108-103 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday and a 2-0 lead...
2023-05-19 12:28
LeBron James takes beating after Nuggets top Lakers in Game 2: Best memes and tweets
The Los Angeles Lakers failed to hold onto their fourth-quarter lead, losing 108-103 to the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.The Los Angeles Lakers dropped Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals to the Denver Nuggets back on Tuesday, despite their best efforts. They had...
2023-05-19 12:27
Biden Pushes Momentum in Debt Talks as He Begins Summit in Japan
President Joe Biden urged his negotiators to keep pursuing a debt-limit deal after House Speaker Kevin McCarthy indicated
2023-05-19 12:20
Murray's big fourth quarter propels Nuggets past Lakers 108-103 for 2-0 lead in West finals
Jamal Murray scored 23 of his 37 points in the fourth quarter, propelling the Denver Nuggets to a 108-103 come-from-behind win over the Los Angeles Lakers for a 2-0 lead in the Western Conference finals
2023-05-19 11:59
Asian shares mixed as China growth worries crimp U.S. debt ceiling optimism
By Ankur Banerjee SINGAPORE Asian shares nudged lower on Friday, weighed down by China and Hong Kong stocks
2023-05-19 10:48
Michigan football rumors: Schembechler returns, rivalry ridiculousness, recruiting inroads
The latest Michigan football rumors include some rivalry silliness, the return of Shemy Schembechler and some big recruiting moves.What's going on the world of the Wolverines? It may be the offseason but times are good in Michigan with a team that looks ready to contend for a national champ...
2023-05-19 10:26