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South Wales Argus
25 minutes ago
- South Wales Argus
I'm feeling really good – Sophie Ingle relishing Euros dream after knee injury
Former national team captain Ingle suffered ACL damage in a Chelsea pre-season friendly in September and has not played since. Ingle has taken a full part at Wales training in Switzerland, but it remains to be seen whether the 141-times capped midfielder will make the starting line-up for their Euros opener against the Netherlands on Saturday. Sophie Ingle, centre, during a Wales training session at the Sportanlage Guttingersreuti, Lauligstrasse in Switzerland (Nick Potts/PA) Speaking before the Lucerne clash, Ingle told Sky Sports: 'I've probably got a stronger knee than before, which is the crazy thing. 'That's already hard to process in your mind. It's definitely mentally (tougher) than physically. 'Can I do it? Can I get back to the level I was at?' 'You go through all those stages, but I'm very laid back and had full confidence in my medical team. That fully helps and it's paid off now I'm here. 'A lot of the girls have said to me over the last few days they can't believe I've been out nine months and look basically the same as before. 'I'm just pushing every single day and, whatever role I'm needed, I'll be there for the team. I'm feeling really good, which is the main thing.' Ingle revealed how a Christmas card from the Football Association provided extra motivation for her to make Rhian Wilkinson's 23-strong squad in Switzerland. She said: 'The FAW sent out a Christmas card of our photo when we qualified, the whole team, and there were a few words inside. 'So I put it up on my kitchen shelf. Every time I was in the kitchen that evening I'd look up, and that was just always my focus to get back for this tournament. 'Once the girls qualified in December, that was then my aim, to do everything I could to be in with a chance of getting selected. 'Then, once I got selected it was such a special feeling that all that hard work and those lonely days on your own in the gym kind of paid off.' Ingle is currently without a club after her second spell at Chelsea ended in May following seven trophy-filled years in west London. But the 33-year-old remains a standard-bearer for Welsh football, leading the national team 83 times between 2015 and 2024. Ingle said: 'I think us qualifying for the Euros helped my recovery, to have an aim in place. 'I always had the mentality that if I don't make it, at least I've tried and I've done everything that I can. 'They always say on average, it's nine to 12 months (to recover from an ACL injury), but it all depends on your body, how your surgery went, what actually was wrong with your knee.'
Wales Online
28 minutes ago
- Wales Online
10 restaurants in Wales named among best in UK
10 restaurants in Wales named among best in UK Restaurants in Cardiff, Cwmbran and Swansea are all vying for a much sought after award The Sando chicken burger at Fowl & Fury in Cardiff, which is in the running for the award (Image: WalesOnline/Rob Browne ) Uber Eats is turning up the heat on the Welsh food scene with the return of its hotly anticipated restaurant of the year awards. Ten restaurants are vying for the crown this year, and will be judged by a panel of some of the most recognisable names in food. These include Levi Roots, famed entrepreneur and musician; Clodagh McKenna, Irish celebrity chef and TV host; and last year's standout winner, Natty Crutchfield, whose restaurant went from cult hit to national fame. Now in their fourth year, the awards aim to recognise the contributions of small and independently run restaurants to their local communities and the food industry. In 2025, one standout restaurant will be crowned overall restaurant of the year, winning £100,000 to invest in its growth. All finalists will also receive a £5,000 prize and a tailored support package from Uber Eats to help boost their businesses. For the latest restaurant news and reviews, sign up to our food and drink newsletter here . In Wales, there are eight Cardiff restaurants in the running, one in Cwmbran, and one in Swansea. The nominees are as follows. Article continues below Sharkbite Burgers – Cwmbran Poutine Box – Cardiff Fowl & Fury – Cardiff Tuk Tuk – Cardiff The Indian Street Kitchen – Swansea Lyalena Lounge – Cardiff Scaramantica Pizzeria – Cardiff SouvLike – Cardiff Chans noodle bar – Cardiff Albany Fish Bar – Cardiff This year, Uber Eats has launched the 'next gen trailblazer award', a brand-new honour designed to spotlight hospitality entrepreneurs under the age of 27 who are "innovating, inspiring, and disrupting" the food scene. The winner will receive a £10,000 business development grant and support package. The new award will be judged by Seema Pankhania, content creator and author of best-selling cookbook, Craveable. General manager of Uber Eats UK, Ireland and Northern Europe, Matthew Price, said: 'The Restaurant of the Year Awards are not just celebrating restaurants, we're investing in the future of food. "The new next gen trailblazer award is a bold step in backing the young innovators who are rewriting the rules of hospitality." The awards ceremony will take place in Here @ Outernet in London in 2025, where all regional winners will gather to celebrate their achievements, alongside media, industry leaders and special guests. Last year's winner, Natty Crutchfield, said: 'Winning restaurant of the year was life-changing. We've grown faster than we ever imagined, and we're proud to be part of a community that supports independent businesses.' The public can nominate their favourite local restaurants by visiting the Uber Eats website by clicking here. Article continues below
Daily Mirror
36 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
All the bars and pubs to drink at before and after Oasis' reunion in Cardiff
Oasis are making their long awaited comeback in just a matter of hours as fans descend on Cardiff to mark the era-defining reunion of Liam and Noel Gallagher this weekend Madchester fever is set to descend on Cardiff in just a few hours as Oasis make their epic comeback in the Welsh capital. Liam and Noel Gallagher have put their decades long feud behind them and will reunite on stage at the Principality Stadium on Friday July 4. Oasis' mammoth world tour kicks off in the Welsh city, before they travel around the UK and Ireland then the rest of the world. Fans have already had a taste of what they can expect as rehearsals have been heard coming out of the stadium. They have been able to piece together a rumoured setlist as anticipation builds for one of the most in demand shows in music history. Doors will open at 5pm on Friday, with plenty of time for fans to get the drinks in before the show. First support act Cast will warm up the crowd at 6pm while Verve frontman and friend of the Gallaghers, Richard Ashcroft will then take to the stage at 7pm. At 8.15pm this Friday, Oasis will make their long awaited comeback and will play for just over two hours before they will end the set for a 22.30pm curfew. Here, the Mirror has rounded up where to head to before and after the historic gig... Pre-shows and afterparties Steinbeck & Shaw The bar and club are hosting their own pre-show and afterparty on Friday. There's plenty of time to soak up the atmosphere as they will be open until the early hours Address: Greyfriars Road, Cardiff CF10 3DP Wales Price: £15 Time: 2pm to 3am Walkabout The sports bar will be playing all of the Oasis hits for their themed bash, as well as other iconic Britpop bands. They will be giving out Liam and Noel masks to those first to arrive. Address: 65-74 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1FA Time: 1pm to 2am Mary's The gay cabaret bar will be putting on a day to remember thanks to DJ sets from DJ Joanna, DJ Krys, Amber Dextrous and Miss Kitty. Address: 89 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1DW Time: 3pm to 1am Get Oasis updates straight to your WhatsApp! As the hotly anticipated Oasis reunion tour grows closer, the Mirror has launched its very own Oasis WhatsApp community where you'll get all the latest news on the Gallagher brothers and all the information you'll need in the run up to the gigs. We'll send you the latest breaking updates and exclusives all directly to your phone. Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in. All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group. We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Afterparties Clwb Ifor Bach The Definitely Maybe themed party promises ice cold beers and three rooms of back to back Oasis nostalgia with indie DJs playing 80s, 90s and 00s hits into the night. Address: 11 Womanby St, Cardiff CF10 1BR Time: 10:30pm to 3am The Bootlegger Expect a non-stop soundtrack of Oasis anthems, Britpop bangers, and rock 'n' roll floor-fillers from the 90s and beyond—all delivered with our signature prohibition flair. Whether you're a die-hard Gallagher fan or just love a throwback night out, this is the place to be after the gig. Address: 5A Womanby St, Cardiff CF10 1BR Time: 10pm to 2:30am Revolucion de Cuba Cardiff The bar and restaurant promise to be dancing the night away to all the Oasis hits. Address: The Friary, Cardiff CF10 3FA Time: 9pm to 11:30pm Pubs and bars close by If an Oasis themed bash isn't quite what you fancy, there are plenty of other bar, club and pub options in walking distance of the Principality Stadium... The Prince of Wales, Wetherspoons Address: 81–83 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1FA Opening hours: 8am to 1am Brewhouse Address: 49 St Mary Street, Brewery Quarter, Cardiff, CF10 1AD Opening hours: 10am to 2am O'Neill's St Mary Street Address: 85-87 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1DW Opening hours: 10am to 12am Slug and Lettuce Address: 84 St Mary St, Cardiff CF10 1AT Opening hours: 12pm to 1am Brewdog Address: 31 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10 1EH Opening hours: 12pm to 12am Queens Vaults, JW Bassett Pub Address: 29 Westgate St, Cardiff CF10 1EH Opening hours: 10am to 1am
