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San Francisco Chronicle
a day ago
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- San Francisco Chronicle
Aaron Ramsey arrives in Mexico to join 'historic' soccer club Pumas
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Former Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff City midfielder Aaron Ramsey will continue his career in Mexico. The 34-year-old Ramsey arrived in Mexico City on Tuesday to do a medical before signing his contract with top-flight side Pumas. The midfielder, who already has a working visa to play in Mexico, will undergo a medical examination before completing his transfer. 'I'm excited to play and to be a part of this historic club, I can't wait to be on the pitch,' Ramsey said at Mexico City's airport. Pumas is considered one of the four most popular teams in the country although it has not won a title since the Clausura 2011 tournament. 'I've seen some matches (from the Mexican league) and I am very impressed, there are some really good squads here and I'm excited to be in this competition now,' Ramsey said. Since 1996, the Mexican league plays two tournaments each year. The first one, called Clausura, begins in January and ends in May and the upcoming Apertura starts on July 11 and will finish in December. Ramsey finished the final three games of 2024-25 season as Cardiff City's interim manager after they were relegated from the Championship to League One. With 86 appearances for Wales, the midfielder helped his country reach the Euro 2016 semifinals. Ramsay has previously said he hopes to continue playing for the national side as it attempts to reach the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada next summer. ___
Winnipeg Free Press
a day ago
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Aaron Ramsey arrives in Mexico to join ‘historic' soccer club Pumas
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Former Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff City midfielder Aaron Ramsey will continue his career in Mexico. The 34-year-old Ramsey arrived in Mexico City on Tuesday to do a medical before signing his contract with top-flight side Pumas. The midfielder, who already has a working visa to play in Mexico, will undergo a medical examination before completing his transfer. 'I'm excited to play and to be a part of this historic club, I can't wait to be on the pitch,' Ramsey said at Mexico City's airport. Pumas is considered one of the four most popular teams in the country although it has not won a title since the Clausura 2011 tournament. 'I've seen some matches (from the Mexican league) and I am very impressed, there are some really good squads here and I'm excited to be in this competition now,' Ramsey said. Since 1996, the Mexican league plays two tournaments each year. The first one, called Clausura, begins in January and ends in May and the upcoming Apertura starts on July 11 and will finish in December. Ramsey finished the final three games of 2024-25 season as Cardiff City's interim manager after they were relegated from the Championship to League One. With 86 appearances for Wales, the midfielder helped his country reach the Euro 2016 semifinals. Ramsay has previously said he hopes to continue playing for the national side as it attempts to reach the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada next summer. Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. ___ AP soccer:
Associated Press
a day ago
- Sport
- Associated Press
Aaron Ramsey arrives in Mexico to join 'historic' soccer club Pumas
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Former Arsenal, Juventus and Cardiff City midfielder Aaron Ramsey will continue his career in Mexico. The 34-year-old Ramsey arrived in Mexico City on Tuesday to do a medical before signing his contract with top-flight side Pumas. The midfielder, who already has a working visa to play in Mexico, will undergo a medical examination before completing his transfer. 'I'm excited to play and to be a part of this historic club, I can't wait to be on the pitch,' Ramsey said at Mexico City's airport. Pumas is considered one of the four most popular teams in the country although it has not won a title since the Clausura 2011 tournament. 'I've seen some matches (from the Mexican league) and I am very impressed, there are some really good squads here and I'm excited to be in this competition now,' Ramsey said. Since 1996, the Mexican league plays two tournaments each year. The first one, called Clausura, begins in January and ends in May and the upcoming Apertura starts on July 11 and will finish in December. Ramsey finished the final three games of 2024-25 season as Cardiff City's interim manager after they were relegated from the Championship to League One. With 86 appearances for Wales, the midfielder helped his country reach the Euro 2016 semifinals. Ramsay has previously said he hopes to continue playing for the national side as it attempts to reach the World Cup in the US, Mexico and Canada next summer. ___ AP soccer:
Wales Online
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Wrexham's newest signing speaks out after 'strange' transfer confirmed for Ryan Reynolds
Wrexham's newest signing speaks out after 'strange' transfer confirmed for Ryan Reynolds Wrexham have signed a player with top flight and international pedigree on a free transfer, confirming their second summer transfer after being promoted to the Championship Ryan Reynolds' Wrexham have secured their second summer signing (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images ) Wrexham have bolstered their squad with the signing of Leicester City and Wales goalkeeper Danny Ward. The 32-year-old has made the move back to his boyhood team as a free agent after his contract with the recently relegated Foxes came to an end. Ward made four appearances for Leicester last season before they dropped out of the Premier League. He has now joined Wrexham on a two-year deal following their successful promotion to the Championship in April under the ownership of Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Ward is expected to begin his time at the Racecourse Ground as cover for current No.1 keeper Arthur Okonkwo. A homegrown talent, Ward's footballing journey began at Wrexham's academy before he moved to Liverpool in January 2012 for a sum of £100,000. His subsequent transfer to Leicester in 2018 for £12.5million proved lucrative for the North Wales club. During his time at Leicester, Ward notched up 52 appearances and has also represented Wales 44 times at international level. Speaking on his return to Wrexham, Ward said: "It's an amazing feeling to be back here. "It was a bit strange coming back through the car park but I'm really happy to be here. It just feels surreal and I've watched from afar the journey the club's been on the last few years. Article continues below Wrexham have announced the signing of goalkeeper Danny Ward on a two-year deal (Image: Wrexham AFC ) Watch Welcome to Wrexham season 4 on Disney+ This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more from £4.99 Disney+ Get Disney+ here Product Description Welcome to Wrexham is back on Disney+ for a fourth season. Fans can watch the series with a £4.99 monthly plan, or get 12 months for the price of 10 by paying for a year upfront. "I've seen what it's done for the town. It's been incredible so to now be here for the next two years and try and be part of that to help it grow even more is something I find really special. "I left here at 18 years old in 2012 and I've gone on and had many different experiences since then. Hopefully, everything I've learnt along the way and experienced, good or bad, I can bring and implement to the club and contribute in any way I can." Ward has represented his country in several key tournaments, including Euro 2016, Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup. He made his professional football debut with Tamworth while on loan from Wrexham. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year. Sign up for Wrexham is the Game here Article continues below His solitary appearance for the Red Dragons was in a Welsh Cup match against Airbus in December 2011, as part of a youthful side while the first team was engaged in FA Cup action against Brentford on the same day. Ward brings a history of Championship success, having played a pivotal role in Huddersfield's promotion from the second tier during a loan spell in 2016/17. Wrexham have celebrated three consecutive promotions over the past three seasons, propelling them from the National League to the second tier. Ward is their second summer signing following the acquisition of striker Ryan Hardie from Plymouth last month for an undisclosed fee. On welcoming Ward, Wrexham manager Phil Parkinson said: "We're delighted to welcome Danny back to Wrexham. He's a keeper with a lot of experience and he's going to be a great addition to the squad."
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
New Wrexham signing breaks silence as Ryan Reynolds lands another ex-Prem star
Wrexham have added a player with Premier League experience on a free transfer as their second summer signing ahead of their first Championship campaign in 43 years Wrexham have completed their second summer signing after confirming the arrival of former Leicester goalkeeper Danny Ward. The 32-year-old has returned to his hometown club on a free transfer after undergoing a medical earlier this week following the expiry of his contract with the Foxes. The Wales international featured four times for Leicester last season as they were relegated from the Premier League. He has joined Wrexham, owned by Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney, on a two-year deal after they were promoted to the Championship in April. Ward is expected to initially serve as a back-up to the club's current first-choice goalkeeper, Arthur Okonkwo. He was born in Wrexham and came through the club's academy before securing a big move to Liverpool for a fee of £100,000 in January 2012. He later joined Leicester in a deal worth £12.5million in 2018, triggering a significant windfall for the Red Dragons. Ward made 52 appearances during his six-season spell with the Foxes and has also won 44 international caps for Wales during his career. Speaking after re-joining Wrexham, Ward said: "It's an amazing feeling to be back here. It was a bit strange coming back through the car park but I'm really happy to be here. It just feels surreal and I've watched from afar the journey the club's been on the last few years. "I've seen what it's done for the town. It's been incredible so to now be here for the next two years and try and be part of that to help it grow even more is something I find really special. "I left here at 18 years old in 2012 and I've gone on and had many different experiences since then. Hopefully, everything I've learnt along the way and experienced, good or bad, I can bring and implement to the club and contribute in any way I can." Ward has featured for his country in several major tournaments, including Euro 2016, Euro 2020 and the 2022 World Cup. He made his debut in the professional game for Tamworth while on loan from Wrexham. His single appearance for the Red Dragons came in a Welsh Cup clash against Airbus in December 2011 as part of a young side, while the first-team was in FA Cup action against Brentford on the same day. Ward brings with him a track record of success in the Championship after playing a crucial role in Huddersfield's promotion from the second tier during a loan spell in 2016/17. Sign up to our newsletter! Wrexham is the Game is great new way to get top-class coverage Wrexham AFC is the arguably the fastest-growing club in the world at the moment thanks to a certain Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. The Dragons have achieved two consecutive promotions and are cheered on by crowds from not only North Wales but also from all over the globe, thanks to the success of the Disney+ documentary 'Welcome to Wrexham'. But does it have a dedicated, quality source of information piped through to your inbox each week, free of ads but packed with informed opinion, analysis and even a little bit of fun each week? That's where Wrexham is the Game steps in... Available every Wednesday, it provides all the insights you need to be a top red. And for a limited time, a subscription to 'Wrexham is the Game' will cost fans just £15 for the first year. Wrexham have enjoyed three successive promotions in the last three seasons, taking them from the National League to the second tier. Ward became their second summer signing after striker Ryan Hardie joined from Plymouth last month for an undisclosed fee. Commenting on Ward's arrival, Wrexham boss Phil Parkinson said: "We're delighted to welcome Danny back to Wrexham. He's a keeper with a lot of experience and he's going to be a great addition to the squad." 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.
