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Daily Mirror
4 minutes ago
- Daily Mirror
Ian Holloway vows to 'hunt down' Swindon fan who threw CHAIR at Walsall goalkeeper
Swindon boss Ian Holloway was left fuming following an incident in his side's defeat to Walsall that saw a supporter throw an object in the direction of an opposition player Ian Holloway has vowed to hunt down the Swindon fan who threw a chair at Walsall's goalkeeper in their opening match of the League Two season. The Robins fell to a 2-1 defeat after Connor Barret scored a 91st-minute winner despite the Saddlers only having 10 men on the field. The closing stages of the game at Bescot Stadium saw shot-stopper Myles Roberts go down with a calf issue. And in response to that, an object was thrown from the crowd towards the downed keeper. Goalscorer Barrett handed the object to the referee and now an investigation will be conducted by both teams into a number of incidents which occurred. Swindon boss Holloway was incredulous following the incident and appeared to suggest it was part of the stadium's seating that was thrown in Roberts' direction. The ex-Blackpool and QPR boss called upon those around the perpetrator to come forward as he aims to hunt down the aggressor. "I am a human being who loves this game but I also love other human beings," said Holloway. "I am here to represent my wonderful football club in a way that is courteous in defeat – tenacious as well, I want to fight for things, but you don't rip out a seat and throw it at someone. "I wouldn't want Walsall thinking that about all of us, so anyone stood next to them, I want them dobbed in because that's not right. "These people creep into football and no one does anything about it. I am standing up for Swindon Town, a magnificent club and we don't want anything to do with this. "Whoever you are, you should be ashamed of yourself. I am going to hunt you down and find you." Holloway added that he was disgusted his side's supporters had acted in such a manner. The veteran manager wants to see the person banned if they are identified. "Well done to them (Walsall) I thought their crowd was great. Disgusted with our crowd throwing something on the pitch. "Who the hell do you think you are? You represent us and you represent me - how dare you do that. That's absolutely disgusting, so I hope whoever that was gets banned." Swindon noted they were aware of a 'number of serious incidents' during the game. That included 'the use of pyrotechnics, objects being thrown, abuse directed at stewards, staff, players and match officials, as well as damage caused to property within the stadium'. "This behaviour has absolutely no place at our football club or in the wider game," the Robins said. "Let us be clear: any individuals found to have engaged in such actions will face the strictest possible sanctions, including banning orders and legal action where appropriate." Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We 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. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
The Herald Scotland
17 minutes ago
- The Herald Scotland
Why Luke McCowan will be starstruck at Celtic Park on Sunday
'It'll be a great day, for myself and for all the other guys,' McCowan says. 'I came here hoping to help the club win the big prizes and the title win is a proud achievement. At the same time, we know we have a job to do because we want to start this league campaign off with a good performance.' For all the talk of Celtic's sluggishness in the summer market, it's easy to forget that the club have actually confirmed six signings in pre-season with Manchester City defender Jahmai Simpson-Pusey set to follow shortly. Kieran Tierney headlines the current clutch of arrivals and McCowan has been left impressed with what he's seen from the former Arsenal man in training so far. 'He's just as you'd imagine,' the midfielder said. 'Kieran was a top, top Celtic player before he went down south and now that he's come back up the road, he's slotted right in again. All the qualities that made him a success are still there for everyone to see. He's a great player. 'All the other new faces are doing well, getting used to the new environment, the playing style, and their new team-mates. 'Obviously, there's a difference between training, pre-season friendlies and the competitive stuff. Like the rest of us, they're looking forward to the season proper.' McCowan is now one of the established first team group helping others feel at home, having gone through the transfer ringer himself last summer when he was still captain of Dundee. 'If you looked at a picture of me last summer and one today, there are probably fewer wrinkles on my face now,' he laughs. 'The whole process is quite taxing. It's not great when everyone is speculating about your future and you yourself don't know where you're going to be playing. Happily, I'm not in that position at the moment. 'I've been trying to help them settle in where I can. It's not the easiest time for footballers, right after you've moved, so you want to do what you can.' Transfer speculation is not something McCowan likes to indulge in as a rule. As clubs strengthen across the Scottish Premiership and speculation continues around new Celtic additions, the midfielder is watching other channels. 'I honestly don't pay it any heed,' he explains. 'I don't watch Sky Sports transfer shows or anything like that. I know about our new signings because they come into my place of work. Honestly, the first I'll know of some of the ones other clubs have signed will be when I come up against them in a game! 'It is just the way I prefer to do things. I like to focus on myself, my fitness, my own game and beyond that my own club. Worrying about others and what they are, or are not, doing does not come into it.' (Image: Craig Williamson - SNS Group) Celtic ended last season with a sluggish 1–1 draw at home to Sunday's opponents St Mirren, a game which Stephen Robinson's side almost won. The Paisley side make the short trip to Celtic Park on a run of three consecutive victories in the Premier Sports Cup hoping to act as spoilers for the flag day occasion. 'The lads have been speaking about that match a bit and saying it is funny to be starting with the same league game we finished off with, McCowan says. 'It feels like it was only a fortnight ago we were running out to play them.' 'We were not at our best that day. They led 1-0 at half time and I came on early in the second half. James Forrest bailed us out with a late goal. That got us a draw and made everyone happy because it continued his record of scoring every season. 'For this one we'll look to start off with a win, to get ourselves going and set a marker for what's to come.' Beyond domestic ambitions, there's Europe. Seeing other clubs involved in UEFA qualifiers has sharpened Celtic's focus ahead of their Champions League campaign, with Monday's Play-Off Round looming. 'It's whetted the appetite, yeah, but more just to get back into competitive action full stop,' McCowan says. 'The excitement to get back has been building, at the club and for me personally, and hopefully you'll see the positive side of that on Sunday.' Before a ball is kicked, club legend Paul McStay will step onto the Parkhead pitch to unfurl the league flag, returning to Scotland from Australia where he currently resides. McCowan admits he will be starstruck in the presence of a midfield idol. 'It will mean a great deal, it really will,' McCowan says. 'Paul retired shortly before I was born but, of course, I know all about him. He's a Celtic legend - a one-club man who made nearly 700 appearances and won 76 caps for Scotland. When the fans voted for the greatest ever Celtic side, he was picked in centre midfield alongside Henrik Larsson, Kenny Dalglish, Jinky Johnstone, Billy McNeill, Bobby Lennox. That tells you everything you need to know. 'He's someone that, if you'd told me when I was a kid I might meet him one day, I would have been so happy. Hopefully I will get that chance on Sunday, though I don't know what I'll say to him, right enough! 'He will get a tremendous reception from the fans and if he can help inspire us to get off to a flying start then so much the better.'
Metro
an hour ago
- Metro
Son Heung-min agrees £15m transfer after confirming Tottenham exit
Son Heung-min has agreed to join a new club after making 'the most difficult decision' of his career by leaving Tottenham. The 33-year-old announced in an emotional press conference on Saturday that he had decided to leave Spurs this summer. Son has spent a decade at the north London club, making 454 appearances for Tottenham since his move from Bayer Leverkusen in 2015. He captained the club to their Europa League win last season as Tottenham clinched their first trophy in 17 years. 'I came to north London as a kid – a very young age, a young boy came to London who even didn't speak English,' Son said. 'Leaving this club as a grown man is a very, very proud moment.' Son has agreed to join MLS side Los Angeles FC since deciding to leave Tottenham, who hired Thomas Frank as Ange Postecoglou's replacement in June. LAFC are now in advanced talks with Tottenham over a fee for Son, with a £15m deal in the works. Son's former Spurs teammate Hugo Lloris already plays for Los Angeles, who are managed by former USA defender Steve Cherundolo. New Tottenham boss Frank described Son as a 'true Spurs legend' and 'one of the greatest players to play in the Premier League'. To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video 'If that is the last game for Sonny, what a place to do it here in front of his home fans,' the ex-Brentford manager said. 'It could be a beautiful ending.' Tottenham face Newcastle United in Seoul on Sunday afternoon as they continue their preparations for the 2025-26 season. Discussing his imminent exit from Spurs, Son added: 'Before we start the press conference, I just want to share the information that I've decided to leave the club in the summer. 'I love players that give so much to a football club. He's never been on the front pages, never been a problem, never disrupted the camp, played second fiddle to Harry Kane for long periods, but was absolutely pivotal to his partnership with him. 'Ten years, perfect. He's lost half a yard, that has been detrimental to him as a player. But when I look at him, I just think what a great pro. If you're any manager, Thomas Frank would love to have kept him and worked with him, but I think he's done the right move. 'I mean, last year, watching him coming off the bench so often and even Spurs fans saying that someone's not quite the same player. He's been an absolute legend at the football club. And seemingly just a great lad to be around. 'He's been a true professional that fans should just applaud. And I think it's perfect timing for him to go on and pass a new challenge for him at 33.' Former Republic of Ireland striker Tony Cascarino speaking on talkSPORT 'And respectfully, the club is helping me with my decision. So I just want to share this information before we start the press conference. 'It was the most difficult decision of my football career. I've been here ten years at a beautiful club with beautiful fans and having such amazing memories. 'And after all that, it was so hard to make this decision. But as I said, I feel like I need a new environment and to push myself. More Trending 'And to get more of me, I feel like I need a little bit of change. Ten years is a lot of time when you're thinking about it. 'So and I came to London as a kid. 23 years old, a very young age [and] a young boy came to London who even didn't speak English. 'And [I'm] leaving this club as a grown man. This is a very, very proud moment. So I just want to say thank you to all of the Spurs fans that gave me so much love. 'I felt like it was my home. But yeah, it was, it was one of the toughest decisions I've ever made.' For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. MORE: Chelsea making Alejandro Garnacho wait with transfer priority on another forward MORE: Bruno Fernandes responds to new transfer offer to leave Manchester United MORE: Arsenal in talks to sign Jeremy Jacquet to replace £17.6m star
