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Jordan Smith takes positives from Hibernian's draw at Midtjylland
Hibernian goalkeeper Jordan Smith felt he and his team-mates had passed a tough test of their mentality after emerging from Denmark with a 1-1 draw. Hibs have set up an exciting second leg in the Europa League second qualifying round at Easter Road next Thursday after holding Midtjylland. It could have been an even better night for Hibs but Martin Boyle was denied a second goal by a marginal offside decision following Jamie McGrath's opener. Smith dealt well with almost everything the Danish side threw at Hibs, including a series of set-pieces, but was beaten by a moment of class in the 72nd minute when Aral Simsir curled a free-kick into the top corner. The former Nottingham Forest player told Hibs TV: 'It was a tough tie, they asked a lot of questions of us, and ultimately we were probably a bit disappointed that we didn't win the game having been in that winning position. 'However, there are certainly more positives to take out of the game than negatives – we're fairly happy going back to Easter Road with it all to play for. 'It was a very mentally testing game for me, but defensively we've got a really good understanding of each other at the back. They are a quality side, with quality players – so we knew they were going to ask us questions, but I think we stood up to that task. 'It was nice to make my European debut at the age of 30 as well. 'I'm really proud of the boys. We didn't let the occasion get to us, we showed the opposition respect without showing them too much respect, and we took the game to them. We showed moments of our own quality and we did the other side of the game really well. 'If you had asked us before the game, we probably would've taken that result. It is all to play for next week.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Daily Mail
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- Daily Mail
Man United outcast Antony 'attracts interest from two Saudi Pro League clubs' - with former Red Devils boss eyeing a stunning reunion with £85m flop
Antony is reportedly attracting interest from two Saudi Pro League clubs as the Manchester United outcast tries to find himself a move this summer. The Brazilian, 25, endured a difficult period at Old Trafford after signing from Ajax in an £86million deal in 2022. He left the club in January on loan to LaLiga club Real Betis, where he enjoyed something of a renaissance, scoring nine goals and providing five assists in 26 appearances. The successful stint has left a number of clubs interested in Antony this summer, with the winger free to find himself a move away from United after losing the trust of Ruben Amorim. Two Saudi Arabian sides are thought to be interested, according to Sky Sports, with Antony reportedly open to a move to the Middle East. But the former Sao Paulo man's preference is stay in Europe after Atletico Madrid and Bayern Munich reportedly registered their interest. A return to Real Betis is thought to be unrealistic at this stage. Manchester United - who are looking to sell Antony on a permanent basis - are yet to have received any formal bids for the player despite Bayer Leverkusen and Betis contacting them earlier in the window. A move to Leverkusen would have seen the Brazilian, who is part of United's five-player 'bomb squad', reunite with former United coach Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman, who scooped the Leverkusen job after Xabi Alonso's exit, previously signed Antony on two occasions - bringing him to Ajax from Sao Paulo in 2020 and then to United in 2022. But Ten Hag seemingly ruled out a move for the left-footer in an interview last week, saying the German club are 'not interested'. 'He has great quality,' the 55-year-old said, 'I signed him twice. He was like a son to me, he still is a son to me. 'We're not interested in him at the moment, but we'll see what happens in the future.' During his three years at United, Antony made 96 appearances, scoring 12 goals and providing five assists. The stats read poorly for a player signed for a whopping £86million back in the summer of 2022, with United fans then eagerly awaiting his arrival. His United spell started well as Antony netted in his first three appearances against Arsenal, Everton and Manchester City. He also bagged a crucial goal during his first season during a fixture at Old Trafford against Barcelona, firing home a volley with his left foot. But things turned sour rather quickly, with the winger ultimately left languishing on the bench under both Ten Hag and later Ruben Amorim in his second and third seasons. He now looks set to leave the English giants for good.
Scottish Sun
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Marcus Rashford's potential Barcelona debut BACK ON as statement released following ‘serious breach of contract'
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARCUS RASHFORD could make his Barcelona debut this weekend with his new side's first pre-season clash officially back on. Barcelona's opening game of their Asian tour, against J1 League side Vissel Kobe, was cancelled earlier this week after a "serious breach of contract" by the organisers. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Marcus Rashford is on his way to Asia Credit: X: @FCBarcelona 5 He signed for Barcelona on loan earlier this week Credit: Getty 5 Now he could feature for Barca for the first time in Japan Credit: Reuters But, according to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, the fixture is now back on. Sunday's clash had been cancelled after an alleged non-payment, but the issue has now seemingly been resolved and the match has been rescheduled. In a statement on Friday, Barcelona said: "FC Barcelona announces that the football first team party are on their way to Japan to begin the 2025 Asian Tour. "This comes after the Club and the promoter have resolved the issues that caused FC Barcelona two days ago to suspend the game against Vissel Kobe, which is now back on the schedule (27 July). "Once the first part of the tour is over the party will move on to South Korea to play two games against FC Seoul (31 July) and Daegu FC (4 August)." Barca posted a snap of Rashford with his thumb up on the plane to Asia on Friday with the caption "R is ready". New signings Joan Garcia and Rashford will be two of the big names that could make their debuts. The Manchester United youth product signed for Barcelona on a year-long loan on Wednesday. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Barca will be paying the England international's full £325,000-a-week wages. He's unlikely to get paid the same figure should he permanently move to the Nou Camp in 2026. Marcus Rashford can't contain his excitement after agreeing Barcelona transfer 5 TRANSFER NEWS LIVE - KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST FROM A BUSY SUMMER WINDOW If he does make his debut on Sunday, Rashford will be the first England international to wear Barcelona colours since Gary Lineker. The former Three Lions striker played there for three years between 1986 and 1989. Rashford's first competitive game for Barcelona is set to come in La Liga against Mallorca on August 16. The Red Devils loanee will be hoping to continue the resurgence in form he discovered at Aston Villa in the second half of last season.
