Новости за 22.03.2018

All the best things were clearly created in the 1990s: the internet, Pixar films, Mario Kart games, FourFourTwo magazine, Tickle Me Elmo. We still enjoy all of these things literally every day – just as we've enjoyed watching these England players emerge.These footballers are all products of the 1990s too. Below are the 41 players to boast both a full England cap and a 1990s birth date, from a 28-year-old midfielder to the 20-year-old forward who’s the most recently born player to wear the Three Lions.Of course... Читать дальше...

Internacional are out of the Campeanato Gaucho in Argentina, after failing to overcome a 3-0 first-leg deficit against fierce rivals Gremio.They did give it a good go, though: Nicolas Lopez pulled a goal back from the penalty spot after 34 minutes, before a familiar face added a second with 23 minutes to go.Yes, that's Andres D'Alessandro, still going strong– he's 36 now and has been at Internacional for almost a decade.English fans will remember him from that brief loan spell with Harry Redknapp's Portsmouth in 2005/06... Читать дальше...

Barcelona star Gerard Pique revealed how he started a WhatsApp group containing Real Madrid players in order to tease them over their LaLiga woes this season. Pique has been a key part of the Barca team which is walking away with the league title in Spain this season, as they sit 11 points clear at the top with nine games to go. But the most notable element of their lead at the summit is that they are 15 points ahead of bitter rivals and reigning champions Real Madrid. Pique has rarely been far away from any feuds relating to the two clubs... Читать дальше...

Dele Alli is adamant England's humiliation at the hands of Iceland in Euro 2016 has helped the team become stronger. Having scraped through their group in unconvincing fashion following draws against Russia and Slovakia either side of a 2-1 win over Wales, England met unfancied Iceland in the first knockout phase. Although Iceland had impressed neutrals by overcoming the odds to progress thanks to a last-gasp 2-1 defeat of Austria in their final group game, England were still expected to triumph... Читать дальше...

Andres Iniesta is confident of playing in Barcelona's starting XI for another two years and only plans to leave if his body prevents him from giving 100 per cent. The 33-year-old signed a new "lifetime" contract with Barca in October, seemingly ending any discussion about the possibility of him finishing his career away from Camp Nou. But speculation has picked up in the last couple of months, with a move to the Chinese Super League – and specifically Tianjin Quanjian – mooted as a potential next destination... Читать дальше...

Harry Kane's absence for England's friendly with Netherlands on Friday leaves the Three Lions without the world's best striker, according to Harry Maguire. Kane was ruled out for a month after damaging ankle ligaments against Bournemouth on March 11, ruling him out of England's matches with the Ronald Koeman's side and Italy. Initially there were fears that the injury could end Kane's season and put his World Cup participation in doubt, however scans eased those concerns. And Maguire hopes to... Читать дальше...

Atletico Madrid star Koke said Antoine Griezmann must be committed if he remains at the club amid growing links with Barcelona. LaLiga leaders Barca are reportedly eager to sign Griezmann, who was tipped to join Premier League giants Manchester United in the off-season before opting to remain in Madrid. Griezmann – away on international duty with France – wants his future resolved before the World Cup in June. Asked about his in-demand Atletico team-mate, Spain international midfielder Koke told Cadena Cope... Читать дальше...

Wales manager Ryan Giggs said Gareth Bale is ready to star in the China Cup, though he will not take any risks over the fitness of the Real Madrid forward. Bale is in China for the four-nation China Cup, starting on Thursday against the hosts, which also includes Uruguay and Czech Republic. The 28-year-old has struggled with injuries and form in Madrid, though he is expected to feature in Nanning following his goalscoring performance in last week's 6-3 win over Girona in LaLiga. Giggs is preparing... Читать дальше...

Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said Cristiano Ronaldo has not asked to leave the Spanish and European champions as he fielded questions over a possible move to China. The Chinese Super League has emerged as a possible destination for Ronaldo after former Brazil and Portugal head coach Luiz Felipe Scolari revealed the five-time Ballon d'Or winner had often asked about China. Ronaldo – who has scored 37 goals in 35 matches across all competitions for Madrid this season – is contracted until... Читать дальше...

Manchester United have submitted an application to the Football Association (FA) to establish a professional women's team. If successful, the team - which would be based at the Cliff training ground in Salford - would join the second tier of the Women's Super League. United have not had a women's team since 2005, but have continued to run a women's section at junior age groups when working with local schools and community groups.  Chief executive Ed Woodward told the club's official website: "We... Читать дальше...

Legendary Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt has likened his natural talent to that of Barcelona forward Lionel Messi. An eight-time Olympic champion, the 31-year-old Bolt retired last year after an incredible career that also included 11 world titles. When asked at Wednesday's Match of Friendship, Bolt described himself as "a massive fan" of Cristiano Ronaldo but said he identified more with Messi, suggesting they both benefited from a natural ability. "Messi is very talented," he told Omnisport, speaking courtesy of Hublot. Читать дальше...

Former Bayern Munich midfielder Ze Roberto insists that Jupp Heynckes has no intention of extending his contract with the club for another season. Heynckes signed a short-term deal when he was appointed as the replacement for Carlo Ancelotti in October 2017. Ahead of the international break, he has guided Bayern to a 17-point lead at the Bundesliga summit and a Champions League quarter-final clash with Sevilla in his fourth spell in charge of the club. Despite Heynckes hinting earlier this month that he could stay on for another year... Читать дальше...