Новости за 21.06.2019

Greg Stewart claims Rangers are out to right some wrongs this season by ending Celtics domination of Scottish football.The Parkhead triple treble winners will embark on a quest to claim their ninth successive Ladbrokes Premiership title over the next season.But Steven Gerrards squad are determined to bring the Hoops long run of glory to an end when they kick-off their campaign against Stewarts old Kilmarnock side at Rugby Park on August 4.Former Dundee, Birmingham and Aberdeen forward Stewart is... Читать дальше...

According to Sport, Jurgen Klopp is a big fan of Firpo and would be keen to bring him to Anflield.With Alberto Moreno on his way out as his contact expires, the Reds are on the huntfor reinforcements.Liverpool are reportedly not in any rush to spend much money this window, but Firpo has a relase clause of €50 million (£45 million).As the 22-year-old is on a contract until 2023, Real Betis are adamant that any club who wants him, must pay the full amount.It's thought that Klopp may seeFirpo as an eventual successor to Andy Robertson... Читать дальше...

Arsenal will complete their pre-season campaign with a friendly against LaLiga champions Barcelona in the Joan Gamper Trophy at the Nou Camp on August 4.Barcelona host the annual match in honour of Joan Gamper, a founding member, player and later president of the Spanish club.Unai Emerys side finished fifth in the Premier League last season and were beaten 4-1 by Chelsea in the Europa League final.The Gunners had already announced their early pre-season schedule, which will see them take on Major... Читать дальше...

This interviewis from February 2010.Liverpool, August 19 2007. Fernando Torres is just 15 minutes into his Anfield debut when Steven Gerrard plays the ball through. Sprinting onto it, he slows briefly before gliding past Chelsea defender Tal Ben Haim and into the penalty area, slotting the ball beyond Petr Cech and into the net.As he slides across the turf, Sky’s commentator shouts: “His first goal on his Anfield debut – and scored in style. You could never get a bigger stage to make a first impression.” All around the stadium... Читать дальше...

According to the Daily Star, Manchester City are confident of securing a deal worth £65 million for the England defender.It's even reported that the Premier League champions have already 'pencilled in' a medical for Maguire.United were long linked to the 26-year-old, but failed to reach an agreement with Leicester.The Reds' valuation, and reported bid, of £40 millionwas off the mark.Whilst the fee was low, United's wage packet was thought to be large, but City are also willing to match it.Pep Guardiola... Читать дальше...

David Turnbull will complete his move to Celtic on Friday afternoon so long as he passes his Parkhead medical.The on-off saga surrounding the Motherwell midfielders move took another dramatic twist on Thursday night when it emerged he had backed out of a switch to Norwich in favour of joining the Hoops.That came after it appeared the champions had pulled the plug on their 3.25million swoop for the 19-year-old Scottish Football Writers Association young player of the year.Celtic released a statement... Читать дальше...

At Christmas in 2001, Fernando Torres was asked to do a photoshoot in Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, two of the busiest squares in Madrid. He was 17 and had played for Atletico Madrid’s first team for about six months, which he felt was enough to merit the kind of fame that gets you surrounded by people in public.“Are you mad?” Torres asked when the press officer explained the request.“It’ll be fine,” came the reply. “No one knows who you are.”The press officer was right. Torres went to the popular squares... Читать дальше...

Aston Villa goalkeeper Jed Steer has signed a new four-year contract with the club.The new deal will keep the 26-year-old at Villa Park until 2023 and he is looking forward to the new season after helping Villa win promotion back to the Premier League.He said on Twitter: Absolutely delighted to have signed a new contract at this great club. Bring on 2019-20! @AVFCOfficial.Absolutely delighted to have signed a new contract at this great club. Bring on 2019/20! @AVFCOfficial pic.twitter.com/JQ9j91KWwv Jed Steer (@JedSteer) June 21... Читать дальше...

Petr Cech has returned home to Chelsea as technical and performance advisor, a role bridging the board and coaching staff.Former Blues goalkeeper Cech will adopt a similar position to that previously held byMichael Emenalo, the technical director who resigned in November 2017.Cech brought down the curtain on a glittering playing career by facing old club Chelsea in Arsenals 4-1 Europa League final defeat in Baku last month.I feel very privileged to have this opportunity to join @Chelseafc again and... Читать дальше...

Petr Cech has returned to Chelsea as the clubs new technical and performance advisor.The 37-year-old goalkeeper made 494 appearances for the club during a trophy-laden spell at Stamford Bridge before ending his playing career with Arsenal.He retired at the end of last season, with his last appearance coming in the Gunners Europa League final defeat at the hands of Chelsea.I feel very privileged to have this opportunity to join @Chelseafc again and help create the best possible high level performance... Читать дальше...

Celtic will kick-off their quest for a ninth straight Ladbrokes Premiership title against St Johnstone on August 3.Fixtures for the forthcoming campaign were released on Friday morning by the Scottish Professional Football League.And they see Neil Lennons side host Saints at Parkhead as they set off on their attempt to equal a feat only previously achieved by Jock Steins Hoops of the late 1960s and early 1970s and the 1990s Rangers team bossed by Walter Smith.Jock Stein guided Celtic to nine straight... Читать дальше...

Former Liverpool and Chelsea striker Fernando Torres is set to call time on his 18-year playing career.The 35-year-old made his breakthrough at Atletico Madrid before a prolific spell with Liverpool preceded Champions League, Europa League and FA Cup wins with Chelsea.Here, Press Association Sport takes a look at the World Cup winners career in pictures.Atletico Madrid hotshot Fernando Torres, then 22, starred when England played Spain in a February 2007 friendly at Wembley (Peter Byrne/PA)Rafael... Читать дальше...

Former Liverpool and Chelsea striker Fernando Torres has announced his retirement from football.The 35-year-old Spaniard, who has been playing in Japan for Sagan Tosu since leaving Atletico Madrid last year, scored 81 goals across four seasons with Liverpool and won the Champions League and FA Cup with Chelsea.A World Cup winner with Spain in 2010, Torres said on Twitter: I have something very important to announce. After 18 exciting years, the time has come to put an end to my football career.I have something very important to announce. Читать дальше...

Evertons Dominic Calvert-Lewin is taking inspiration from Liverpools Champions League heroics in a bid to save England Under-21s Euro 2019 hopes.The striker will start in Fridays must-win Group C game with Romania in Italy after being a substitute in the late opening defeat to France.The 10-man Young Lions conceded twice at the death after Hamza Choudhurys red card, with Aaron Wan-Bissakas injury-time own goal condemning them to a damaging defeat.But Calvert-Lewin is prepared to channel the Champions... Читать дальше...