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West Ham manager David Moyes could now hand more opportunities for a player to revive his career at the London Stadium, according to reports.

Frustrating international break for Moyes

Following a torrid run of internationals for members of the Hammers squad, Moyes is now having to cope with a few injury problems to key players. Star winger Jarrod Bowen pulled out of England duty with a knee problem and is a small doubt to face Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday, though Moyes is hopeful to have him, while striker Michail Antonio is a certain absentee after limping off for Jamaica (pre-Burnley press conference).

West Ham "set sights" on club's "massive" striker after Antonio injury

Moyes has been handed a big striker problem.

ByEmilio Galantini Nov 22, 2023

Mohammed Kudus was absent for Ghana at points but played the second half of their final international game of the break, with the summer signing apparently suffering from back problems these past few weeks. Antonio, though, will come as a big miss for Moyes and West Ham are now very short of natural striker options as a result.

Kudus can play in a more central attacking role when required, as can Bowen, with the Hammers boss not exactly showing much faith in back up forward Danny Ings this season.

Indeed, Kudus in particular has been tipped to become more and more of an Antonio rotation option this season than the former Saints star.

"I think it makes most sense that he goes in to alternate the forward role for a little bit," said journalist Dean Jones to GiveMeSport last month.

"We know that West Ham are going to start looking towards signing a No.9 in the January market. We know that they're looking for somebody to alternate with Antonio a bit.

"Before he came in, I was told that's a role they had earmarked for him. It wouldn't be just that position that he would play, but the two things I was told was to look out for him as a striker rotator and also don't expect him to come in all guns blazing."

Fellow option Ings has featured over just 68 minutes in the Premier League so far, indicating that he just isn't quite fancied, but Antonio's injury problem could hand him a brief opportunity.

Ings tipped for "late, last" West Ham chance

Signed from Aston Villa in January earlier this year, Ings just hasn't quite managed to justify his transfer over the minutes he has played. Scoring just three goals throughout his entire West Ham career, time is running out for the 31-year-old to showcase his true ability, but reporter Jones believes Ings may be handed a "late, last" opportunity to do so amid Moyes' injury crisis.

"I don't think that there are that many West Ham fans right now who have got much faith in Danny Ings being the answer to this solution based on what they've seen so far," said Jones this week to GMS.

"I think that Danny Ings was heading for a January transfer. Maybe this is a late, last opportunity for him to prove that he can make this work out at West Ham.

Indirect set-piece threat

Plays the ball off the ground often

Likes to tackle

"Certainly, he is going to get more opportunities now than he would have had before. But it'll be interesting to see if that's definitely the route that West Ham want to go down and how much they even trust Danny Ings."

Bayern Munich are considering turning to Zinedine Zidane to replace Thomas Tuchel as head coach at the German club this summer, a report claims.

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• Bayern in market to replace Tuchel
• Have made contact with Zidane
• Frenchman out of a job since 2021

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  The Bundesliga side are in the hunt for a new coach after confirming earlier this season that Tuchel will step down in the summer after just over a year in charge. Bayern were initially linked with Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso but the Spaniard has confirmed he will stay at the BayArena club for at least another season, forcing the Munich club to look elsewhere.

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  Bayern have since turned to France and Real Madrid hero Zidane as a candidate to take Tuchel's place ahead of next season, reports. The Bavarian side have already made contact with the coach's agent to find out if he is open to taking the job.

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  Zidane had two spells as Madrid coach and won three Champions League titles as well as two La Liga crowns with the club. He has, however, been out of a job since 2021 and has been linked with taking over at Juventus, where he won two Serie A titles and reached two Champions League finals as a player.

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  Having fallen out of the Bundesliga title race and been eliminated from the DFB-Pokal already this season, Bayern's only hope of making this season a success is via the Champions League. They face Arsenal in the second leg of their quarter-final tie in the coming week, having drawn 2-2 in the first leg.

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There’s a thrilling Test match unfolding in Kandy, and two days in at Abu Dhabi, there’s reason to believe something similar might be brewing here. On a fascinating day of Test cricket, New Zealand kept dragging Pakistan back just when the hosts looked like they might slip away out of reach. They were kept to no more than a modest lead of 74, before a gritty partnership between Kane Williamson and Jeet Raval – 56 off 129 balls – chipped away at it, New Zealand 18 runs from parity with nine wickets still in hand.It was, in the end, New Zealand’s day, the fact they clawed back into the match no mean feat, given how far behind they were after being bowled out for 153 yesterday. Even today, New Zealand’s bowlers were in charge over large periods and could have made inroads earlier. Trent Boult was exceptional throughout the day, and Williamson’s decision not to start the day with him looked like an error. Just the second ball of his spell, he seamed one away from Azhar Ali that very nearly caught the edge, and two balls later, a simple chance was grassed by Raval at short midwicket.All day, Boult was unplayable, mesmeric, even, on a pitch where it looks especially hard to get settled. In the six overs before Boult was brought on for the first time, Pakistan scored 28 without loss. In the nine overs that followed, they managed just six runs and lost two wickets. It could have been several more, the way Boult kept moving the ball outside off stump, long after the ball had ostensibly grown too old to swing. However, it was Ish Sodhi – also introduced somewhat late and clearly the better spinner on the day – who got the first wicket. It wasn’t the best ball, a low full-toss that Haris scooped up to short midwicket. New Zealand deserved their luck, and five balls later, Boult got the wicket he had deserved.Azhar Ali had been at the crease for 95 balls, scoring only 22 and not looking nearly like getting back to form. It was a corker of a delivery that sent Azhar packing, another ball that seamed and swerved outside off stump, but it also required excellent reflexes from BJ Watling to dive sharply to his right and complete a one-handed grab in front of first slip. It was the second of four wickets he would take; his performance good enough to grace any five-for.Pakistan looked like running away with the game again after lunch, having moved into the lead, with Babar Azam and Asad Shafiq striking up the biggest partnership of the match. Neil Wagner bowled with characteristic discipline, at one point bowling four consecutive maidens. However, it was Boult again who penetrated Shafiq’s defences. A lovely late inswinger caught the batsman with his feet trapped in the crease, and all Shafiq could do was drag it back into his off stump. As has been the case all game, one wicket foreshadowed more. Sarfraz Ahmed played an ill-advised sweep into the hands of square leg to give Patel his first wicket, while Bilal Asif was caught out of his crease soon after, and departed thanks to nifty glovework by Watling. Wagner himself found just reward before tea was called, the fast bowler inducing Yasir Shah’s outside edge to claim his 150th Test wicket.Babar might have found it hard to sink his teeth into Test cricket to begin with, but there are finally signs it’s falling into place for Pakistan’s brightest batting talent. He might have been bitterly disappointed after falling for 99 against Australia last time around, but it has appeared to turn a corner for him. In a low-scoring game, he played a chanceless innings that may well win Pakistan this Test match. With 62, he extended Pakistan’s slender lead and cushioned against the possibility of a steep fourth-innings chase.Where Pakistan and New Zealand diverged was the hosts’ ability to strike up more than one significant partnership. Azhar and Haris’s dismissal didn’t herald a collapse as Babar and Shafiq hung in, developing a partnership of their own and dispelling any thoughts of Pakistan being bowled out around the 153 New Zealand had managed. With Boult needing a rest, the pair saw out the initial barrage and then began to chip away at the bowlers, and with Wagner and Patel unable to exert the same pressure as Boult or Sodhi had, batting became easier; it was as if the pitch had flattened out.But a lead of 74 isn’t exactly small in what has been an uncharacteristically low-scoring match in Abu Dhabi, and New Zealand looked like being bowled out of the match again when Hasan Ali sent Tom Latham’s off stump cartwheeling with his first ball. With dark clouds hovering overhead and the new ball in the lethal hands of Mohammad Abbas and Hasan, the visitors needed to dig especially deep to make it through the last 20 overs. That Williamson helped do that wasn’t a surprise, but even Raval, still young in his Test career, showed he had learned from his first-innings dismissal. He played Abbas expertly, both leaving and blocking well, and not worried about his strike-rate.That they can leave for the third day, as New Zealand continue to dig themselves out of the hole of the poor first-innings display. They have already come further than most sides do against Pakistan in the UAE, and whether they continue the good work tomorrow makes for an intriguing day’s cricket on Sunday.

Manchester City goalkeeper Stefan Ortega has admitted he will have to carefully consider his future this summer as he mulls a possible transfer.

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Ortega reveals transfer dilemmaGerman thriving in Ederson's absenceInsists: 'I have to choose wisely'WHAT HAPPENED?

The German has been enjoying playing regular football again while City's No. 1 Ederson recovers from an injury sustained against Liverpool last month. However, he remains clearly the team's second-choice 'keeper and will have to decide whether he prioritises playing regularly or winning trophies.

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Ortega, 31, joined City in 2022 from Arminia Bielefeld, who had just been relegated from the Bundesliga. He has made 27 appearances in all competitions in nearly two seasons with Pep Guardiola's side and is the first choice in FA Cup and Carabao Cup matches. However, when Ederson is available he knows he has little chance of playing in the Premier League or Champions League, which poses him somewhat of a transfer dilemma.

WHAT ORTEGA SAID

"I’m not in the beginning of the 20s so I have to choose wisely now what I’m doing in summer," Ortega told reporters. "It’s not that I have to push the club that they will sell me, it’s just like see what happens. I’m relaxed because there are worse places than here. At the end it’s not my single decision, my Mrs is there as well, we’re expecting the second child."

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Ortega revealed he does not speak much with Ederson and did not know when he would return. "Honestly, I don’t know, we’re not talking that much. I try just to focus on my performance now if I can get the chance to play. I think he should be alright but I don’t know exactly when he is coming back," he said. "Now I have [played] four big games in a row. I think I did well, I showed all the people can trust me. "I just can show my performances on the pitch and in training and in the end I don’t know what will happen, but it’s all about the team and if I have to go back on the bench it will be hard for me, yes, but we have to support everyone."

David Beckham's first-ever Manchester United contract will go up for auction as a piece of football memorabilia.

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Beckham's United contracts are up for auction A total of six of them will be sold to the highest bidder Could fetch between £7,000 to £10,000 GettyWHAT HAPPENED?

Football aficionados and fans have an exceptional opportunity to acquire a piece of history as Beckham's illustrious journey with Manchester United, spanning from his teenage years to his rise as a global football icon which is encapsulated in a rare collection of contracts is set to go under the hammer at an auction house in Norfolk. The highlight of the collection is Beckham's inaugural contract with Manchester United, signed when he was a budding 15-year-old junior in 1991.

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The collection comprises five subsequent contracts spanning pivotal periods in Beckham's tenure at Manchester United, including the years 1993-1997, 1995-1999, 1996-2001, 1998-2003, and 2002-2005. Each contract bears the signature of Beckham himself, alongside endorsements from all relevant parties and agents involved in the negotiations.

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The highly anticipated auction is scheduled to take place on April 9 at 10 am in Fakenham, Norfolk. The collection, accompanied by endorsements from both the Football Association (FA) and the Premier League, is expected to fetch considerable attention from collectors and enthusiasts worldwide. Auctioneer estimates project a sale price ranging between £7,000 to £10,000, reflecting the immense value and significance of these historic artefacts. The opening bid amount is set at £4200.

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While Beckham's legacy is deeply intertwined with the Red Devils, his impact transcends club boundaries. With stints at prestigious clubs such as Real Madrid, AC Milan, Paris Saint-Germain, and LA Galaxy, Beckham has amassed a global following and solidified his status as a footballing icon. The opportunity to own a tangible piece of Beckham's career journey is a rare privilege for fans who have been captivated by his charisma and talent on and off the pitch.

حصلت بعثة منتخب مصر الأولمبي لكرة القدم على التأشيرة الخاصة بالسفر إلى فرنسا اليوم استعدادا لمغادرة القاهرة بعد غد الأربعاء على متن طائرة خاصة إلى مدينة بوردو الفرنسية لأداء وديتين مع أوكرانيا والعراق يومي 14 و17 يوليو الجاري.

ومن المقرر أن تنطلق أولمبياد باريس في الفترة من 24 يوليو الجاري إلى 25 أغسطس المقبل.

طالع.. صور | وزير الرياضة وجمال علام يحفزان منتخب مصر الأولمبي قبل انطلاق منافسات أولمبياد باريس

ويتوجه منتخب مصر بعد ذلك للسفر إلى مدينة نانت الفرنسية استعدادا لأول لقاء رسمي مع الدومينيكان والمقرر له يوم 24 يوليو فى الجولة الأولى لمجموعة الفراعنة بدورة الألعاب الأولمبية باريس 2024 .

وحرص أفراد البعثة على إنهاء كافة الأوراق الخاصة باستخراج التأشيرات تحت إشراف الجهاز الإداري بقيادة محمود حرب المدير الإداري.

USMNT captain Tyler Adams is doing 'really well' in training as he looks to make a first-team return.

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• Adams nearing Bournemouth return
• Getting developmental team minutes
• Could appear before international break

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  Speaking at a press conference ahead of Bournemouth's Premier League clash with struggling Sheffield United on Saturday, Cherries boss Andoni Iraola gave a promising update on Adams' fitness. The USMNT star has only featured once for the south-coast side since making a summer move from Leeds United.

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  WHAT ANDONI IRAOLA SAID

  “I don’t think we will recover anyone ahead of the weekend but while Tyler Adams is not still fully ready, he played 30 minutes with development squad this week," he said.

  “He’s feeling well in the process, we could put him on the bench because we have spaces for him. Personally it may be a good thing but he’s continuing his process and still lacks more training. But he’s doing well.”

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  Adams has been sidelined since September due to a hamstring injury, but he's now back in the mix which is brilliant news for both the Cherries and the USMNT. The midfielder was even named to Gregg Berhalter's 60-man shortlist for the upcoming March Concacaf Nations League semifinals.

  With the 25-year-old nearing full time availability, it boosts his odds of being selected for the Copa America this summer and potentially the Paris Olympic Games as one of the over-age players permitted to represent the USA.

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  WHAT NEXT FOR TYLER ADAMS AND BOURNEMOUTH

  The Cherries are back in action at the weekend against last-place Sheffield United as they look to make it two wins in two Premier League matches. As for Adams, he will now look to rapidly step up his injury recovery and get more minutes for their developmental team.

علق أحمد سالم المتحدث باسم نادي الزمالك عن موقف إدارة القلعة البيضاء حال تدخل من وزارة الشباب والرياضة لحل أزمة رفض النادي خوض مباراة القمة أمام الأهلي في الدوري المصري.

وقال أحمد سالم في تصريحات تلفزيونية عبر قناة “إم بي سي مصر2”: “كل الاحترام والتقدير لكل أجهزة الدولة، الموضوع خلاف على التنظيم من حيث الترتيبات ومنظومة التحكيم”.

وتابع: “لدينا مطالب محددة وشرعية ونريد معرفة السر في تغيير ترتيب المباريات”.

وأكمل: “حتى لم نتلق أي إجابات مقنعة سواء على ترتيب المباريات والتحكيم، الشكوى المقدمة ضد ثروت سويلم ستكون في رابطة الأندية”.

طالع | الزمالك: لن نخوض أي مباريات أخرى.. وتصريحات ثروت سويلم تفتقد للحيادية وسنشكوه

لو رابطة الأندية قالت سنلعب مباراة القمة؟، أجاب: “لن نخوض المباراة، المبادئ والمواقف الثابتة والوصول إلى الحق يكون فيه خسائر، مستعدون لتقديم أي تضحيات، حتى يحصل الزمالك على حقه”.

وأردف: “غدًا محمد عواد سيخضع للتحقيق وسنعرف سبب انفعاله، وعلى قدر الخطأ ستكون العقوبة”.

واختتم: “نتواصل مع محامي خالد بو طيب لو سيكون هناك نوع من الجدولة أو التقسيط”.

الجدير بالذكر، أن نادي الزمالك قد قرر معاقبة عواد عقب مباراة المصري مباشرة بخصم 25% من قيمة تعاقده.

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No Germano Kruger, Operário-PR e Confiança medem forças nesta sexta-feira, a partir das 16h30 (Horário de Brasília), pela 15ª rodada da Série B.

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Como chegam

Após um período sem vitórias, o Fantasma visitou o Oeste na rodada passada e levou a melhor. Com o placar, a equipe paranaense está na 7ª colocação, com 21 pontos.

Já o Confiança, uma das novidades da competição neste ano, se encontra na metade da tabela, com 18 pontos. Ou seja, um triunfo coloca o time mais perto do G-4. Outro ponto que anima o torcedor do Azulão é o desempenho do time, que venceu três dos cinco jogos.

Prováveis Escalações

Operário: Thiago Braga; Sávio, Ricardo Silva, Reniê e Julinho (Fabiano); Mazinho (Pedro Ken), Tomas Bastos, Clayton e Marcelo; Jefinho e Lucas Batatinha.

Confiança: Rafael; Nirley, Mancini, Caíque Sá, Silva; Everton Santos, G. Castilho, R. Vila; Reis, Ytalo e R. Gorne.

Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag is moving closer to being able to add another defender to the ranks this summer before the transfer window closes, according to reports.

Who could Manchester United sign or sell before the window closes?

This window, Manchester United have managed to secure the additions of Mason Mount, Andre Onana and Rasmus Hojlund at Old Trafford and there could be more arrivals to come in the next week or so.

Despite this, the Red Devils have produced two sub-par displays in their opening Premier League fixtures, recording a fortuitous 1-0 victory against Wolverhampton Wanderers on the opening day of the campaign at home followed by a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in north London, as per Sky Sports.

Next up for Manchester United is a home tie against Nottingham Forest this weekend and they will have to do without £60 million signing Mount, who has suffered a knock and will be out until after the international break, according to The Daily Mail.

In terms of recruitment, Brentford striker Ivan Toney has been mentioned in connection with a surprise move to Old Trafford; however, it is more likely that Manchester United will wait until January to advance for the England international due to his ban from football activity for breaching the FA's betting rules, according to FootballTransfers.

ESPN understand that Ten Hag is looking to add a midfielder and a goalkeeper before the close of play, though player sales will be needed to spark any potential incomings.

Donny van de Beek, Eric Bailly, Brandon Williams and Dean Henderson may all leave the Premier League giants this summer and any funds secured for their services are likely to go towards reinforcements, while shifting Harry Maguire off the books is also a priority.

Manchester United winger Facundo Pellestri is in talks over a loan move to Sheffield United and despite being pleased by his progress, they see a move to Bramall Lane as an opportunity for the youngster to gain regular first-team experience, according to The Manchester Evening News.

Is Jean-Clair Todibo joining Manchester United?

According to L'Equipe cited via Sport Witness, Manchester United are keen on a younger Maguire replacement in the shape of Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo – and his exit from the Ligue 1 outfit is said to be 'looming'.

Nice actually now expect their star man will leave and are already looking at replacements – they have identified Rennes star Christopher Wooh as an alternative that can strengthen their backline as they prepare for Todibo to head to Manchester United, as per the report.

Labelled as "underrated" by Football Talent Scout Jacek Kulig earlier this year, Todibo has gone on to make 104 appearances across all competitions in his time at Nice, registering two goals in total, as per Transfermarkt.

For a defender, Todibo has excelled in comparison to his positional peers across Europe's top five divisions in the art of successful take-ons, averaging 0.63 per 90 minutes across the last 365 days, putting him in the 96th percentile for this metric, according to FBRef.

It remains to be seen whether Todibo's prospective arrival would further unsettle Maguire and impact his future at Old Trafford; nevertheless, there is no doubt that the former Barcelona man would be an upgrade and hopefully replace the England international.