Roy Keane became the latest of a number of TV pundits to express their views on the controversial hosting of this winter’s World Cup in Qatar. Speaking on ITV ahead of Argentina’s shock 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia. The former Ireland captain powerfully expressed his views on the historical football tournament taking place in Qatar. […]
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“We made history for football, it will stay forever” – Saudi Arabia coach Hervé Renard remains composed following stunning 2-1 World Cup win against Argentina
Hervé Renard, the mastermind behind Saudi Arabia’s stunning 2-1 upset over Argentina, says that the “stars in the sky were in the same line for us” as they pulled off one of the greatest World Cup upsets ever. Argentina took the lead early in the first half through a Lionel Messi penalty, and then had […]
Racing Report: Protektorat Pumps It Up at Haydock and The Crowd Is Let Down At Ascot
Saturday’s racing saw a jubilant Skelton team up at Haydock, but a despondent Henderson team down at Ascot. Protektorat laid down the gauntlet for the Gold Cup, as he stormed to an 11-length victory in the first Grade One of the season. Lit up in the early stages, jockey Harry Skelton held his mount towards […]
‘Incredible’, ‘Gobsmacked’, ‘Dreadful’ – Graeme Souness and Roy Keane react to Argentina’s Saudi shock
Graeme Souness, Roy Keane and Joe Cole had strong words for the World Cup favourites after they were humbled in their first match of the World Cup. It was a shock that no one could’ve predicted. Argentina, the Copa America holders, came into this World Cup unbeaten in 36 matches stretching back to 2019, falling […]
It all ve-GAN with this – plant-based Christmas market comes to Gloucester
A vegan Christmas market will be sprouting at Blackfriars in Gloucester to kick off festive celebrations. It is the fifth Christmas market of its kind in the city, hosted by Vegan Events Gloucestershire. There is a large trader list for the day, selling delectable treats, drinks, gifts, and services as well as organisations. These include […]
The Biggest World Cup Shocks as Saudi Arabia Stun Argentina in Qatar
A huge 48 places separated Saudi Arabia from World Cup heavyweights Argentina heading into the opening Group C clash in Qatar. Lionel Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot after just 10 minutes as Lionel Scaloni’s side looked to open the attacking floodgates early on. However, two goals within four minutes just after half-time […]
Dziugas Kandrotas hints at Gloucesteshire derby day return following injury
Another big week of sport is around the corner for the University of Gloucestershire as their BUCS teams are back in action. Dziugas Kandrotas insists the University of Gloucestershire’s second team “can cause an upset” ahead of their derby day cup fixture against the first team at Plock Court. The UoG men’s football first team […]
Three things we learnt from Aston Villa Women’s emphatic 3-1 win vs Reading Women in the WSL
Aston Villa moved up to fifth place in the Women’s Super League on Sunday with an impressive performance to come from 1-0 down against Reading at Villa Park. The Villans leapfrogged Tottenham Hotspur in the league who were on the receiving end of a 3-0 score line against league leaders Chelsea. Striker Rachel Daly bagged […]
“The beer being taken away has been the least of our problems” – Qatar 2022 World Cup opening marred by complications
The build-up to the World Cup in Qatar was tarnished with accusations of bribery and corruption in the bidding process and severe human rights abuses in the construction of the stadiums. The organisers were probably hoping that once the tournament started those issues would fade into the background as the country delivered a spectacle worthy […]
Aston Villa Women’s manager Carla Ward heaps praise on hat-trick hero Rachel Daly after 3-1 victory against Reading Women at Villa Park.
Villa climbed up to 5th spot in the Women’s Super League table after their 4th win of the season, courtesy of a Rachel Daly hat-trick. Ward was impressed with the England International’s performance. “Absolutely [when asked about if it was Rachel Daly’s hat trick] if she heads it towards goal in the manner that she […]