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Jinder Mahal returns to RAW; debuts new faction

May 11, 2021Jason HentgesLeave a Comment

Jinder Mahal made his long-awaited return to Monday Night RAW tonight, and the former WWE Champion brought some intimidating back-up. The flagship show saw The Modern Day Maharaja dominate a heavily decorated veteran in his first match back on the red brand. It was around this time last year that Jinder Mahal returned to RAW […]

Heel faction involving Roman Reigns teased; Name and possible members revealed

September 25, 2020Jason HentgesLeave a Comment

Roman Reigns returned to WWE TV at SummerSlam after a four-month hiatus. The Big Dog took time off from WWE when the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Roman Reigns was scheduled to face Goldberg at WrestleMania 36 but later decided to pull himself from the PPV to keep his family safe. At WrestleMania 36, Braun Strowman replaced […]

Transfer news LIVE: Manchester United may not have De Jong alternative as bid for Arnautovic ‘rejected’, Hudson-Odoi asks to leave Chelsea, Werner to return to RB Leipzig, Coady set for Everton
by talkSPORT on August 7, 2022 at 10:11 pm
Keep up to date with all the latest transfer news, views and rumours from the Premier League and beyond. Chelsea have signed full-back Marc Cucurella from Brighton in a £63million deal, while Thomas Tuchel has confirmed that Marcos Alonso is set to leave. The Blues are also pushing to sign defender Wesley Fofana from Leicester and have landed Aston Villa wonderkid Carney Chukwuemeka in £20m move. There will also be more exits as Timo Werner is reportedly set to rejoin RB Leipzig on a permanent deal. Cristiano Ronaldo has vowed to remain professional despite his ongoing attempts to leave Manchester United and made his first pre-season appearance in a friendly with Rayo Vallecano. The Red Devils have been linked with a shock move for former West Ham and Stoke forward Marko Arnautovic. FOLLOW OUR LIVE TRANSFER BLOG BELOW FOR ALL THE LATEST NEWS…
Erling Haaland set lofty challenge by Alan Shearer as Pep Guardiola warns Man City star, who’s been likened to Ivan Drago, will leave a lasting impact on the game
by Natasha Everitt on August 7, 2022 at 9:08 pm
What a difference a week makes for Erling Haaland. He couldn’t hit a barn door during Manchester City’s Community Shield defeat to Liverpool but a double on his Premier League debut against West Ham shows Manchester City have a top player. Haaland got off to a flying start in the Premier LeaguegettyAnd he’s already garnered some serious kudos from some former prosgettyHaaland’s heroics led to kudos from some former pros – even if slightly begrudgingly in the case of ex-pro and Liverpool fan Adebayo Akinfenwa. Akinfenwa, who joined The Boot Room alongside Alex Crook and Darren Ambrose, said: “You know what, it was when he hit the penalty, and you know a player’s the real deal when the other players come out and say ‘boy, he’s a finisher.’ “He’s going to score load of goals and I hate this! I hate this!” Meanwhile, the Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer, Alan Shearer, challenged the Norwegian to break his record. “@ErlingHaaland 258 to go!!!!” the former Newcastle star tweeted City’s new striker after the game, with a couple of laughing faces in tow. Haaland’s performance was completely at odds with his woes at the King Power Stadium last weekend where he missed two glorious chances, the worst seeing him hit the crossbar from just six yards out. Most read in Football shock Man United Arnautovic bid 'rejected' as brother confirms 'well-known club's' interest oops! Haaland swears twice in post-match interview after scoring brace on Man City debut LIVE Man United v Brighton LIVE reaction: Ten Hag reflects on 'real disappointment' BLUE Ferdinand warns Sterling 'brace yourself for the memes' as picture goes viral funny Ex-Liverpool star bites back as Fulham make cheeky dig at Klopp's excuse for draw CREDIT 'Spurs' best signing since Gazza' - Levy decision hailed by ex-Chelsea stars Shearer is the Premier League’s highest ever scorer with 260 goals@erling.haalandHe took plenty of stick on social media for the misses but Haaland really is just built different and reminds Ambrose of an iconic movie character. Akinfenwa added: “He looks like he doesn’t get fazed. That’s when you know someone is a problem.” Ambrose responded: “He’s like Ivan Drago in Rocky. He’s got that stern face that shows nothing bothers him. “If he misses chances he won’t care.” Haaland’s woes against Liverpool are ancient history nowGettyAnd Man City boss Pep Guardiola has warned any Haaland doubters out there that his legacy will stand the test of time. Guardiola said after the match: “One week ago when he missed the chances he had [against Liverpool], and he’s a failure. “The people said he’s not going to adapt in the Premier League and everyone laughed at him, now he’s Thierry Henry or Cristiano Ronaldo. “Take time, it’s his first Premier League game, he’s 22 years old and has a long career ahead. “When he retires, and hopefully he’ll stay at Man City for many years, we’re going to analyse what he’s done. “So be calm… we know what we have to do, we know his qualities… and after that we’ll see.”
Manchester United’s shock bid for Marko Arnautovic ‘rejected’ with former West Ham man’s agent confirming ‘well-known club’s’ interest as Red Devils accused of ‘entering desperation mode’
by Josh Fordham on August 7, 2022 at 8:00 pm
Manchester United’s shock bid for shock bid for Marko Arnautovic has been rejected, according to reports. Erik ten Hag is still keen to bolster his attacking options before the transfer window closes on September 1. Arnautovic could be on his way to Old TraffordGettySpeculation still surrounds the future of Cristiano Ronaldo after he told the club he wanted to leave earlier this summer, although it looks increasingly likely he will stay for the final year of his contract. Edinson Cavani left United on a free transfer, while Anthony Martial missed the opening game of the season through injury, leaving them short up front. And a surprise report in The Athletic claims the Red Devils submitted a £6.75m [€8m] bid to try and entice Arnautovic back to the Premier League. However, Sky Sports reports the offer for the 33-year-old was rejected by his club Bologna. Arnautovic’s brother Danijel, who’s also his agent, revealed that a bid had been made for the player but refused to confirm which club it was. “It’s true that there’s a bid from a well-known club,” he said. I’m in contact with Bologna to see if that can be realised.” Most read in Football oops! Haaland swears twice in post-match interview after scoring brace on Man City debut LIVE Man United v Brighton LIVE reaction: Ten Hag reflects on 'real disappointment' BLUE Ferdinand warns Sterling 'brace yourself for the memes' as picture goes viral funny Ex-Liverpool star bites back as Fulham make cheeky dig at Klopp's excuse for draw CREDIT 'Spurs' best signing since Gazza' - Levy decision hailed by ex-Chelsea stars BAD LUCK Lampard confirms Godfrey set for months out after suffering broken leg Arnautovic has worked with Ten Hag and McClaren beforeAFPArnautovic left West Ham for China in 2019gettyArnautovic has played 184 Premier League games across spells at Stoke and West Ham, scoring 43 goals, before leaving the Hammers in July 2019 to join Shanghai Port. Arnautovic has previously worked with both Ten Hag and his Man United assistant Steve McClaren, when McClaren was the manager and Ten Hag was his assistant at Dutch outfit FC Twente. Arnautovic coincidentally is managed by former Red Devils interim boss Ralf Rangnick at international level, after he took the Austria job this summer. The forward is said to be keen on a move to Old Trafford and could force an exit from Bologna. The news has sparked a negative reaction from supporters with talkSPORT host, and prominent Man United fan as host of The United Stand, Mark Goldbridge weighing-in. He wrote on Twitter: “Manchester United interested in signing Marko Arnautovic…..Example A that we’re entering Desperation mode. Definitely not part of the plan.” Offers Of The Weekend Paddy Power: Bet £5 via the talkSPORT EDGE app with Paddy Power and get a £5 free bet – available to all customers* – CLAIM HERE Bet365: Bet £10 Get £50 in Free Bets* – CLAIM HERE Paddy Power T&Cs: Place a £5 Sportsbook Bet through the talkSPORT EDGE app between the 1st and 31st August. Get a £5 free bet on the next Monday after your qualifying bet. T&C’s apply. 18+ Begambleaware.org Bet365 T&Cs: Open account offer. Bet £10 & Get £50 in Free Bets for new customers at bet365. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Time limits and T&Cs apply 18+ Begambleaware.org SEE MORE FREE BET OFFERS HERE
Manchester United have ‘big, big problems’, says Roy Keane as Erik ten Hag issues warning to fans after defeat to Brighton in Premier League opener
by Natasha Everitt on August 7, 2022 at 7:51 pm
Manchester United’s defeat to Brighton in their opening game of the new Premier League season sums up the mood at Old Trafford at the moment. With anti-Glazers protests prior to kick-off and frustrations mounting due to the club’s slow transfer business, and the problems won’t be solved any time soon, believe manager Erik ten Hag and club legend Roy Keane. Man United’s performance against Brighton has drawn some savage assessments from pundits and fans, yet againGettyAnd Man United legend Keane gave his typical honest assessment post-matchGettyThe former midfielder turned pundit Keane has always offered up an honest assessment of the Red Devils’ decline since the departure of iconic boss Sir Alex Ferguson. And despite hopes of a bright future with the appointment of new manager Ten Hag this season, Keane couldn’t hold back following his former club’s defeat on Sunday, either. “The decision-making and the footballing intelligence from the midfield – particularly Fred, I’ve been on him for a long time – Fred and [Scott] McTominay, not good enough,” Keane told Sky Sports. “They won’t get Man United back competing at the top. We see it week in, week out. Not up to it. “There are huge issues going on there, it’s a rebuilding job. It needs time. A really bad start today but give the man [Ten Hag] a chance, give him money, he’s got the recruit. “He mentioned before the game about the culture, there’s issues upstairs at the club, there’s more protests at the club from the supporters today. McTominay was caught out for both of Brighton’s goalsGetty Most read in Football shock Man United Arnautovic bid 'rejected' as brother confirms 'well-known club's' interest oops! Haaland swears twice in post-match interview after scoring brace on Man City debut LIVE Man United v Brighton LIVE reaction: Ten Hag reflects on 'real disappointment' BLUE Ferdinand warns Sterling 'brace yourself for the memes' as picture goes viral funny Ex-Liverpool star bites back as Fulham make cheeky dig at Klopp's excuse for draw CREDIT 'Spurs' best signing since Gazza' - Levy decision hailed by ex-Chelsea stars “So, big, big problems at United.” Meanwhile, the Red Devils boss offered his own word of warning for fans for the season ahead – albeit a slightly more diplomatic one. After saying his team should’ve done better on Sunday, Ten Hag added that it will take a while for Man United to get back to their former title-winning days. “This is not easy to construct it, build it, to develop this,” he admitted after the final whistle. “This takes time. As I said, I know, we don’t have time, we have to deliver, and we are aware of the situation.” It was far from a dream start for Ten Hag on SundayGetty
‘Oh s***, sorry!’ – Erling Haaland accidentally swears TWICE in post-match interview following brilliant Premier League debut for Man City
by Natasha Everitt on August 7, 2022 at 6:27 pm
Erling Haaland silenced the doubters on Saturday as he found the net twice on his Manchester City Premier League debut against West Ham. But it seems the 22-year-old couldn’t quite silence his swearing in his post-match interview, Haaland hilariously accidentally letting out a couple of expletives after his side’s win. Haaland was at the double at the London Stadium as his side cruised to a 2-0 wingettyHaaland got his life in the Premier League off to a flying start, netting a penalty and later slotting past West Ham’s substitute keeper Alphonse Areola to lead his side to a 2-0 opening game win. And it seems the youngster was still on cloud nine as he came to give his post-match interview to discuss his start to life playing in England, as he forgot that he couldn’t swear on live TV. When asked if he’d have liked to have scored a hat-trick, Haaland said: “Yeah I could’ve. If you saw, I could’ve right before I went off, I should’ve been there, so. “Bit s***, but that’s how it is.” After a few seconds of silence, the Norwegian was clearly blissfully unaware he’d just sworn. And he was visibly taken aback by interviewer Geoff Shreeves asking him not to swear, he did it again. Most read in Football shock Man United Arnautovic bid 'rejected' as brother confirms 'well-known club's' interest LIVE Man United v Brighton LIVE reaction: Ten Hag reflects on 'real disappointment' BLUE Ferdinand warns Sterling 'brace yourself for the memes' as picture goes viral funny Ex-Liverpool star bites back as Fulham make cheeky dig at Klopp's excuse for draw CREDIT 'Spurs' best signing since Gazza' - Levy decision hailed by ex-Chelsea stars BAD LUCK Lampard confirms Godfrey set for months out after suffering broken leg Haaland swore oncesky sportsBefore accidentally swearing again when apologisingsky sports“Oh sorry, s***.” he said, before putting his hand to his mouth and apologising again. “Oh sorry! Not good language in this country!” the former Bundesliga star laughed. A memorable day all in all for City’s new striker!