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Celtic Signs Japanese Forward Yamada on Four-Year Contract

Celtic has secured the signing of Japan striker Shin Yamada from Kawasaki Frontale on a four-year contract. The 25-year-old forward brings a record of 32 goals across 121 club appearances, establishing himself as a regular performer in the J-League since 2023. Manager Brendan Rodgers expressed confidence in the new acquisition, describing Yamada's capabilities to the club media. "He is a strong player who can score goals and create goals for others, and I think he is someone who can definitely add an important dimension to our forward line," Rodgers stated. The Celtic manager highlighted Yamada's potential for success in European football. "I know he is really keen to make his mark here in European football and deliver for Celtic, and I think he is someone who has the power, athleticism, and intensity in his play to do really well for […]

Peter Atitebi July 19, 2025

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Mountain Biker Andreas Tonelli Dies in Dolomites Fall

Italian mountain biker Andreas Tonelli died in a fall while riding solo in the Dolomites on July 15, according to Italian media outlet L'Unione Sarda. He was 48 years old. Tonelli was riding alone in the mountains of Vallelunga above Val Gardena when he fell approximately 600 feet. He had departed in the morning and was reported overdue that evening. After friends alerted authorities, his body was discovered by an Aiut Alpin helicopter crew at 1 a.m. at the bottom of a steep ravine. Recovery operations were completed the following day. The Carabinieri (Italian national police) are investigating the circumstances of the accident. Tonelli was known for his mountain biking adventures throughout the world, climbing mountains and descending them with his LAST bike in challenging terrain. He and Giovanni Mattielo completed the first mountain bike ascent and descent of Argentina's […]

Peter Atitebi July 17, 2025

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Former Wales and Newcastle United Footballer Ronald ‘Wyn’ Davies Dies at 83

Ronald 'Wyn' Davies, the former Wales international and Newcastle United striker, has died at the age of 83. Born in Caernarfon in 1942, Davies had a distinguished career during the 1960s and 1970s, playing for multiple clubs including Wrexham, Bolton Wanderers, Newcastle United, and both Manchester City and Manchester United. Known as 'Wyn the Leap' due to his aerial ability, the 6ft 1in forward earned 34 caps for Wales and scored six international goals. He remains a celebrated figure at Newcastle United, where he was also called 'The Mighty Wyn'. The Football Association of Wales issued a statement saying: "The thoughts of everyone at the FAW are with the family and friends of Wyn Davies during this difficult time." Davies began his football journey while working in a slate quarry, playing for local teams Locomotive Llanberis and Caernarfon Town. He […]

Peter Atitebi July 17, 2025

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2025 British Open: Rory McIlroy’s Opening Tee Shot Sparks Social Media Reactions

The 2025 British Open has commenced at Royal Portrush, where the world's top golfers compete for the Claret Jug in the year's final major championship. Local favorite Rory McIlroy, the 2025 Masters champion, drew significant attention during his opening round following a late tee time. Spectators and viewers focused particularly on his first tee shot, given both his status as a prominent player and the memory of his 2019 performance at the same venue, when he drove his opening shot out of bounds to the left. For his opening shot on the par-4 first hole, McIlroy selected an iron rather than a driver. While his ball did not find the fairway, it remained in play, settling in the rough on the left side of the hole. McIlroy completed the first hole with a bogey, which represented a three-shot improvement compared […]

Peter Atitebi July 17, 2025

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Tommy Fleetwood and Wife Clare Address Their 22-Year Age Difference

As the 2025 Open Championship approaches, professional golfer Tommy Fleetwood prepares to compete at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland. The venue previously hosted the 2019 Open Championship, where Shane Lowry secured his first major title with a six-shot victory over Fleetwood. Fleetwood, who has yet to win a major championship, has recorded three top-10 finishes at the Open Championship and remains a consistent contender at golf's premier events. With the tournament taking place near his home country, attention has turned to Fleetwood's personal life, particularly his marriage to Clare Craig. The couple has a 22-year age gap, which has occasionally drawn public commentary. Clare Craig recalled their initial meeting: "We've got a 23-year age difference. Of course, I turned him down. I was like, 'Don't be stupid.'" The pair first encountered each other in 2015 when Craig was pursuing Fleetwood […]

Peter Atitebi July 17, 2025

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Manchester United Submit Third ยฃ70m Bid for Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo

Manchester United have submitted their third offer for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo, with the package potentially reaching ยฃ70 million. The proposal consists of an initial ยฃ65 million fee plus ยฃ5 million in performance-related add-ons. Brentford have not yet provided a response to Manchester United's latest approach for the 25-year-old Cameroon international. United officials remain optimistic about securing Mbeumo's signature and were hoping to complete the transfer before their departure to the United States on Tuesday. The club has scheduled three pre-season fixtures during their 13-day American tour, with Chicago serving as their primary training base. While recent reports have connected United with Chelsea's Nicolas Jackson and Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, sources indicate that finalizing the Mbeumo acquisition has been the club's main transfer priority. This would allow manager Ruben Amorim to integrate the forward into his tactical setup during […]

Peter Atitebi July 17, 2025

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High Court to Decide Fate of Controversial Wimbledon Expansion Plans

A legal challenge against the All England Club's ambitious expansion plans for Wimbledon will be heard at the High Court on Tuesday, marking a critical moment in a four-year dispute over the future of a historic London site. Save Wimbledon Park (SWP) is contesting the Greater London Authority's approval of proposals to nearly triple the tennis venue's size by constructing 39 new courts and an 8,000-seat stadium on the former Wimbledon Park Golf Club grounds. The development received planning permission last year from Jules Pipe, London's Deputy Mayor for Planning, who determined that the project's benefits would "clearly outweigh the harm." Debbie Jevans, chair of the All England Club, highlighted that the expansion would create 27 acres of "newly accessible parkland for the community" and enable the qualifying tournament to move from Roehampton to the main site. However, the campaign […]

Peter Atitebi July 8, 2025

Mbappe Will Face His Former Club PSG As Club World Cup Reaches Explosive Semifinals
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Mbappe Will Face His Former Club PSG As Club World Cup Reaches Explosive Semifinals

Four clubs from three continents have advanced to the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals, setting up compelling matchups for the final stages of the 2025 tournament. The final two semifinalists were determined on Saturday. UEFA Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain delivered a stunning performance, defeating Bayern Munich 2-0 in the quarterfinals despite playing with nine men. Five-time CWC winners Real Madrid secured their semifinal berth with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund. Here's how the Club World Cup semifinals are structured: First Semifinal: Fluminense vs Chelsea Tuesday at 3 pm (19:00 GMT) MetLife Stadium, New Jersey The opening semifinal features Brazil's Fluminense against English Premier League side Chelsea. Fluminense has impressed throughout the tournament, with goals from Matheus Martinelli and Hercules securing their semifinal spot in a 2-1 victory over Al Hilal in Orlando, Florida. Chelsea advanced after a […]

Ayoola Atitebi July 6, 2025

Saudi Arabia Stuns Manchester City With Historic Club World Cup Victory
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Saudi Arabia Stuns Manchester City With Historic Club World Cup Victory

Saudi Arabia's Al Hilal delivered the biggest upset of the Club World Cup tournament, defeating Manchester City 4-3 in extra time to advance to the quarterfinals. The match concluded 2-2 after regulation time on Monday, with Marcos Leonardo scoring the decisive goal in extra time to secure what many consider one of the greatest victories in Middle Eastern football history. Al Hilal will now face Brazilian club Fluminense in the quarterfinals, guaranteeing a non-European team reaches the semifinals. Manchester City opened the scoring in the ninth minute through Bernardo Silva, who converted from Rayan Ait-Nouri's cross. Al Hilal protested that Ait-Nouri had used his arm in the buildup, but the goal was allowed to stand. City created numerous opportunities to extend their advantage before halftime, but poor finishing and outstanding goalkeeping from Moroccan keeper Yassine Bounou maintained the narrow lead. […]

Ayoola Atitebi July 1, 2025

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England Manager Gareth Southgate Gets Knighthood

Former England manager Gareth Southgate will receive a knighthood at Windsor Castle on Wednesday, joining the ceremony among other honor recipients. The 54-year-old football manager earned recognition for his services to association football in the New Year Honours, following his leadership of England to consecutive European Championship finals in 2020 and 2024, as well as the 2018 World Cup semi-finals. Southgate becomes the fourth England manager to receive a knighthood, joining Sir Walter Winterbottom, Sir Alf Ramsey, and Sir Bobby Robson in this distinction. Sir Gareth stepped down from his position after eight years in charge, following England's 2-1 final defeat to Spain in July. Thomas Tuchel subsequently took over the role. Following the December announcement, Southgate shared his response on social media, humorously noting that his family would be unlikely to address him as "Sir." He stated, "It has […]

Peter Atitebi June 25, 2025

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