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Australian media slams Ben Stokes and England team after Manchester Test drama vs India: 'Spare us the whinging'
Ben Stokes and England have drawn massive flak worldwide, including from Australian Media, who went hard on their Ashes rivals with flashy headliners and merciless feature articles. read more Team India sealed an epic draw at Old Trafford on Day 5 of the 4th Test against England. While the match continued the spree of thrill and would be remembered for the brilliance Indian batters displayed in the face of adversity, the immediate aftermath is filled with reactions related to Ben Stokes' handshake incident. Stokes and England have drawn unanimous flak from fans and experts for trying to call it a day when Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar were near their centuries. The drama ensued when 15 overs were left in the day and both Jadeja and Sundar were batting in their 80s. India had garnered a decent lead, and only one outcome seemed in sight. India declined England's offer and finally shook hands after both the batters achieved the personal milestone of scoring a ton in England. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Australian Media taunts Ben Stokes and England The snub from the Indians irked England, and the reaction of their players turned sour on the field, drawing widespread criticism, including from the Australian media, which launched a scathing attack on their Ashes rivals with flashy headliners and merciless features. Fox Cricket took a swipe with the headline that read 'Spirit… of what? How pompous England exposed Bazball's great double standard.' The article slammed England's moral posturing: 'England bang on about the Laws of the Game, as written by the MCC at Lord's. But when opposition teams follow those laws to England's disadvantage? Time to awaken the 'Spirit' again. Give it a prod. Shake some sense into them. Play fair, old boy!' Brisbane Times delivered a critical piece titled 'Spare us the whinging, England. The only thing embarrassing about Old Trafford was your tantrum.' The article pointed out the irony of England, who claim to be the guardians of Test cricket, prioritising results over entertainment. The Herald Sun's editorial harshly criticised England's behaviour, labelling it 'unsportsmanlike' for their reaction to Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar's match-saving efforts. Code Sports criticised England, saying they were experiencing an 'identity crisis' ahead of the Ashes tour, and mocked their reaction to Jadeja and Sundar prioritising their centuries over a handshake. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
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'Spare Us Whinging': Australian Media Launches Scathing Attack At Ben Stokes & Co
Last Updated: Australian media has criticised England's Ben Stokes for proposing an early draw in the Manchester Test, highlighting England's double standards before the Ashes series. Australian media didn't spare the chance to launch a full-blown attack on their Ashes opponents four months ahead of the much-coveted series, after England skipper Ben Stokes wanted to declare an early draw in the Manchester Test against India, when Ravindra Jadeja and Washington Sundar were approaching their centuries. With a draw inevitable in Manchester and less than half an hour left on the clock, Stokes walked up to Jadeja and Sundar to offer a handshake and end the game. But the two Indian batters, whose defiance had already denied England a victory, declined the gesture. Stokes not just lashed out at the pair with verbal jibes but tossed the ball to part-timer Harry Brook in mock protest as well. India, unfazed, took just 15 minutes to complete the formalities, with Jadeja scoring his fifth Test hundred and Sundar notching up his maiden century. 'Spirit… of what? How pompous England exposed Bazball's great double standard," Fox Cricket headlined one of their articles. 'England bang on about the Laws of the Game, as written by the MCC at Lord's. But when opposition teams follow those laws to England's disadvantage? Time to awaken the 'Spirit' again," the article read. Code Sports launched a scathing attack, declaring England to be suffering from an 'identity crisis on the eve of the Ashes tour." India coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Shubman Gill backed the decision to carry on batting. 'If someone from England was batting on 90, would they have walked off. Don't these guys deserve to get a hundred," Gambhir asked while speaking at the post-match press conference. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Gary Lineker gives verdict on Club World Cup final after FIFA broke their own rules
Former Match of the Day presenter Gary Lineker has made his feelings clear about the entertainment organised out in the US during half time of the FIFA Club World Cup final between Chelsea and PSG Gary Lineker has admitted to being unimpressed by the glitz and glamour that FIFA attempted to add to the Club World Cup final. There were pre-match and half-time shows as football's global governing body looked to turn their showpiece game into a Super Bowl-style spectacle. The football remained the main attraction, as Chelsea produced a masterclass performance against Champions League holders PSG to win the Club World Cup. Enzo Maresca's side raced into a surprise 3-0 lead at MetLife Stadium, courtesy of a Cole Palmer brace and a goal from Joao Pedro before the break. During the interval, the crowd watched on as stars such as Doja Cat and Coldplay lead singer Chris Martin took to the stage. However, the half-time entertainment went well over the regulated 15-minute break and the show did not go down well with Lineker. The match, which kicked off eight minutes later than scheduled following a pre-game show featuring Robbie Williams, saw FIFA break its own rules regarding the length of half time. As per the seventh statute in the Laws of the Game, the midway interval in a football match should not exceed 15 minutes and only the referee has the power to alter it. The half-time show lasted 24 minutes in total. 'I must say, I don't know about half-time shows,' Lineker said on The Rest is Football podcast. 'It was so far away and also 23 minutes for half-time. I don't know. 'Do we really want to Americanise our sports. I mean, they obviously do that because their sports are not entertaining enough. So hopefully that will not catch on because it's too much, but I'm old school. But they did put on a good show.' Lineker's podcast partnered with DAZN during the Club World Cup and the former Match of the Day host had media duties during the final. However, the 64-year-old explained that he missed the pre-match entertainment due to the logistics inside the stadium. He had given himself 30 minutes to make it to a DAZN suite, but Lineker still struggled to make it in time. 'We were trying to get up in a lift before the game and there were two or three lifts but there was hundreds and hundreds of people trying to get in them,' Lineker said. 'And we almost missed kick-off because of the amount of time that we had to wait to get into these lifts. There was no other way of getting up there.' Chelsea celebrated winning the inaugural Club World Cup, defeating teams from the USA, Brazil, Tunisia, Portugal and France on their way to lifting the trophy. However, the drama continued to unfold even after the final whistle had been blown. A fight broke out between the two sets of players, with PSG boss Luis Enrique finding himself at the centre. The Spanish coach appeared to strike Chelsea striker Pedro in the face, with the Brazil international reeling on the floor. Enrique was pulled away from the confrontation by members of his coaching staff. However, PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was also seen arguing with the opposing side. The row appeared to stem from PSG full-back Achraf Hakimi confronting Pedro and his Chelsea team-mate Andrey Santos. However, their dispute escalated, ensuring that there were some chaotic scenes as the Club World Cup came to a close. 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.
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14-07-2025
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'Why Have Rules?': FIFA Slammed For Breaking Half-Time Limit At Club World Cup Final
Last Updated: The Club World Cup final witnessed an extended half-time show with musical performances which ran past the stipulated 15-minute timeframe. FIFA came under scrutiny for breaching the laws of the game during the Club World Cup final on Sunday, July 13. As English Premier League giants Chelsea took on Champions League title holders Paris Saint-Germain in New Jersey, Martyn Ziegler, chief sports reporter at The Times, questioned how tournament organisers failed to maintain the 15-minute half-time break, allowing a 24-minute glitzy midway show to continue. According to football's Law about the Duration of the Match, 'Players are entitled to an interval at half-time, not exceeding 15 minutes; a short drinks break (which should not exceed one minute) is permitted at the interval of half-time in extra time." The Club World Cup final witnessed an extended celebration with musical performances and cameras regularly glancing at FIFA President Gianni Infantino and US President Donald Trump. The show continued for 24 minutes, raising eyebrows as FIFA allowed a breach of its laws. 'What is the point of FIFA saying it upholds the Laws of the Game when it ignores maximum 15-min half-time break so Infantino can have this 24-min show??" wrote Ziegler on Twitter as attention shifted away from the on-field action where Chelsea pulled off a massive 3-0 triumph against PSG. — Martyn Ziegler (@martynziegler) July 13, 2025 While the referee has some discretion,15 minutes is marked as the maximum time duration for a half-time halt during a football match. FIFA adopts its laws from the International Football Association Board (IFAB), which requires a six-to-two majority vote to make any changes. Notably, four of those votes are held by FIFA representatives, with one apiece reserved for the national football associations of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. A nine-minute delay in resumption may seem trivial, but FIFA's inability to adhere to the law and prioritising frenzy amidst a game of such nature raises questions about the body and its commitment and planning for hosting a fair Club World Cup. Despite the extended pause, Chelsea retained its great momentum and rode on Cole Palmer's magnificent twin strikes to clinch a defiant 3-0 victory over the tournament favourites. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Daily Mirror
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
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FIFA rule broken in Club World Cup final before huge scrap after Chelsea win
Chelsea's monumental win over Paris Saint-Germain reminded many of a Super Bowl, as fireworks, national anthems and a half-time show all featured at the Club World Cup finale The FIFA Club World Cup final has been slammed for various incidents that took place during Chelsea's win over Paris Saint-Germain, including breaking the half-time duration rule. The last match of the summer tournament featured fireworks, flyovers and even an appearance from President Donald Trump himself. The Blues surprisingly ran out as comfortable winners over Champions League holders PSG, with Cole Palmer netting a brace and Joao Pedro adding to the tally to put them 3-0 up before the break. Luis Enrique's men failed to showcase their best football at MetLife Stadium, as Enzo Maresca watched his side deliver silverware. After Chelsea finished the first half with a three-goal lead, fans were treated to a half-time show akin to the Super Bowl. Pop stars including J Balvin, Tems, Doja Cat, Emmanuel Kelly and Coldplay all took to the stage to entertain the crowd, but this was not as well received as some would have assumed. In fact, the half-time performance broke an important FIFA rule. The seventh statute in the Laws of the Game dictates that the midway interval in a football match should not exceed 15 minutes, and only the referee has the power to change this. The half-time break, in fact, lasted a whopping 24 minutes instead of the typical 15. The game itself also kicked off later than scheduled, at 8:08pm UK time instead of the planned 8pm start time. Viewers responded to the Club World Cup's blunders on social media, with many dubbing the tournament a "joke." One said: "Expect more of the same in the upcoming World Cup next year as FIFA allows it to be turned into the Super bowl, with the football being incidental to the corporate crap and promotion of Trump and various 'personalities.'" Another dubbed it a: "Vanity project," while a third said: "Everything about that tournament is a joke." This wasn't the only incident that caught the attention of spectators, as a fight even broke out between the two sets of players after the full-time whistle. As Maresca's side began to celebrate their win, a scrap suddenly ensued, with PSG boss Enrique incredibly getting involved in the action. The Spaniard appeared to lash out on the pitch, catching Chelsea goalscorer Pedro in the face and leaving him reeling on the floor. Enrique was pulled away from the altercation by his fellow coaches, with PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma also confronting some Blues players in the wake of their victory. The fight appeared to begin with PSG right-back Achraf Hakimi, as he looked to take issue with Pedro and Andrey Santos. The verbal argument then took a drastic turn, with players from both sides taking it in turns to push and pull each other away from the exchange, as Pedro lay on the floor following Enrique's shove to the face. Despite the ugly scenes at full time, Maresca and his Chelsea stars will be delighted to take the Club World Cup trophy back to Stamford Bridge, adding to their Conference League title won at the end of May. Speaking post-match, Blues boss Maresca said: "I have no words for the players. They all deserve this and it's a good moment. For me, we won the game in the first 10 minutes. We set the tempo and we were very good at pressing them. Unfortunately with the weather conditions, it is not easy to continue for 90 minutes, but I think we won the game in the first 10 minutes." Following Chelsea's dominant victory that was on show for all to see, President Trump admitted an "upset" between PSG and the Blues had taken place that day. After handing over the trophy to the winning team, he said: "This is a bit of an upset we've watched today."
