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Glasgow Times
6 days ago
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
Thursday's briefing: Lionesses roar back and PSG continue to look the real deal
Paris St Germain will take on Chelsea in the Club World Cup final at the weekend while there was some exciting news for Manchester United and a setback for Crystal Palace. Lionesses bite back The pass. The finish. 😍 A beautiful strike from Lauren James to give us the lead 🤌 — Lionesses (@Lionesses) July 9, 2025 Lauren James' double helped England secure a resounding 4-0 victory over the Netherlands in Zurich to keep their European Championship title defence alive. Defeat to France in the tournament opener had all-but ensured the Lionesses would need three points to avoid crashing out at the group stage and, with Prince William in attendance at the Stadion Letzigrund, James got them off to a great start with a stunning 22nd-minute opener. Alessia Russo earned the assist and added another when Georgia Stanway doubled England's lead in first-half stoppage time before James made it three on the hour. Ella Toone, the lone fresh face in Sarina Wiegman's starting XI, got on the scoresheet seven minutes later with a fourth, ensuring England – who will finish the group stage against tournament newcomers Wales – are now in prime position to punch their ticket to the quarter-finals. France are set to go through as group winners after a 4-1 win over Wales, who are on the verge of going home. PSG masterclass downs Madrid 🏴 @ChelseaFC 🆚 @PSG_inside 🇫🇷🗓️ Sunday 13th July 2025🏟️ MetLife Stadium — FIFA Club World Cup (@FIFACWC) July 9, 2025 European champions Paris St Germain produced a blistering performance to power into the Club World Cup final with a 4-0 rout of Real Madrid. A one-sided semi-final in New York on Wednesday was effectively settled inside the opening 24 minutes as Fabian Ruiz struck twice either side of an Ousmane Dembele effort. Spanish giants Real had no answer to the rampant Champions League winners, who added a fourth goal at the MetLife Stadium late on through Goncalo Ramos. PSG – who will play Chelsea in Sunday's final – were every bit as hot as the temperature, which reached 32C during the game. Lord Coe to lead Old Trafford regeneration Lord Sebastian Coe will lead the development of Manchester United's new stadium (Mike Egerton/PA) Lord Sebastian Coe has been given a leading role in delivering Manchester United's new stadium. Lord Coe, who chaired London's 2012 Olympic and Paralympic bid, has been appointed as chair-designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the Old Trafford Regeneration project. The former International Olympic Committee president previously chaired a task force set up by United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to look at stadium options for United amid a wider regeneration of the surrounding area. He will now play a key part in the development of the 100,000-seater stadium, which Ratcliffe wants to be the 'Wembley of the north'. Ancelotti handed prison sentence Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti is unlikely to serve a custodial sentence (Bradley Collyer/PA) Brazil head coach Carlo Ancelotti has been sentenced to a year in prison for tax evasion, Spanish news agency EFE has reported. The 66-year-old Italian has also been fined 386,361.93 Euros – around £333,000 – for failing to pay tax on revenue raised from his image rights during his first spell as Real Madrid manager between 2013 and 2015. However, it appears unlikely that Ancelotti will serve jail time as non-violent crimes committed by defendants who have no previous convictions are often met with suspended sentences. Palace's hopes hang in the balance Nous restons en Ligue 1 🔴🔵 L'Olympique Lyonnais se félicite de la décision, rendue ce jour par la DNCG, de maintenir le Club en Ligue 1. — Olympique Lyonnais (@OL) July 9, 2025 Lyon have won their appeal against relegation to the French second division, a decision which puts Crystal Palace's participation in next season's Europa League in major doubt. Palace thought they had secured a place in Europe's second-tier club competition thanks to their FA Cup final win over Manchester City in May but uncertainty quickly arose as to whether they would be allowed to enter due to UEFA's multi-club ownership rules. Outgoing Palace shareholder John Textor has an interest in French club Lyon, who qualified for the same competition. Lyon had reached a settlement with UEFA agreeing to be excluded from European competitions next season if their relegation was confirmed on appeal, a move which would almost certainly have meant Palace could play in the Europa League. However, Lyon's success and higher league position means Palace are set to be moved down to the Conference League. Sources close to UEFA had previously indicated that Nottingham Forest would take the English spot in the Europa League vacated by Palace. What's on today Group A comes to a conclusion on Thursday (Nick Potts/PA) The group stages of Euro 2025 continues as Group A concludes with hosts Switzerland taking on Finland and Norway playing Iceland. Elsewhere, the early qualifiers for the Europa League and Europa Conference League kick off, with St Patrick's Athletic and Northern Irish side Larne in action.
Rhyl Journal
6 days ago
- Business
- Rhyl Journal
Lord Sebastian Coe named chair-designate for Old Trafford Regeneration project
Lord Coe, who chaired London's 2012 Olympic and Paralympic bid, has been appointed as chair-designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the Old Trafford Regeneration project. The former IOC president previously chaired a task force set up by United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to look at stadium options for United amid a wider regeneration of the surrounding area. Manchester United welcomes Greater Manchester's 10-year plan ⤵️ — Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 9, 2025 He will now play a key part in the development of the 100,000-seater stadium, which Ratcliffe wants to be the 'Wembley of the north'. Coe's appointment was announced at an event in Manchester city centre on Wednesday. He said in a statement which appeared on Manchester United's website: 'Throughout my career, I've seen the difference that sports-led regeneration can make in fostering strong communities and acting as a catalyst for economic growth. 'That was certainly true of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics – and now, I believe, Greater Manchester's moment has come. 'Working with Trafford Council and the Mayor, there's huge potential to bring new homes and jobs to the area around the Manchester United stadium. And looking ahead, I see a chance to bring the FIFA Women's World Cup to a new Old Trafford Stadium in 2035. The home nations are the sole bidder, which presents a rare opportunity to bid to host the global football family. 'But this is about so much more than just a stadium. It's about listening to and working with residents to create a vibrant, inclusive district, with high quality housing, green spaces, world class leisure and education facilities, and improved transport links. 'Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I'm ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition. I can't wait to get started.' United revealed a potential design for their new home and chief executive Omar Berrada says this is a big step forward. 'This is an exciting decade for the region, and we warmly welcome the inclusion of the Old Trafford Regeneration project at the heart of the Greater Manchester Strategy. 'We are also delighted by the appointment of Lord Coe as chair-designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation; the continuity it brings for the wider project will be a huge positive. 'In addition, Lord Coe's proven leadership and track record in delivering transformational projects will be invaluable as we work together to turn our collective vision into reality. 'In March, we announced our ambition for a new stadium and since then we have been progressing those plans. 'Today's announcement is a significant step forward in our shared vision for the revival of this area of the city that requires investment to thrive again.'
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Steve Coogan to lead regeneration of hometown
Comedian Steve Coogan has said he plans to "put back into a community that was very good to me" after being chosen to lead the regeneration of his hometown in Greater Manchester. The comedian has been announced as co-chairman of a mayoral development corporation (MDC) set up to boost the redevelopment of Middleton. His appointment was announced by the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham alongside five other MDCs designed to boost growth in the region. Coogan said Middleton was a town "really rich in history, the history of people power" and was a "great place to grow up". He said: "I feel I owe the people of Middleton a debt. That's why I'm happy to be involved and talk to people in Middleton and ask them what they want and what they need." Steve Coogan, who grew up in Alkrington, will work with Rochdale Council in the role on proposals including restoring Middleton Arena, the town gardens, and plans to bring the Metrolink to the town. Burnham also announced former British Olympic champion Lord Sebastian Coe will chair a newly-established MDC for the regeneration of Old Trafford, including the development of Manchester United's new home stadium. An MDC is a statutory body set up by the mayor and given extra powers to speed up development and attract investment within a specific area. These include the ability to buy land, plan projects and work with businesses. Lord Coe said sports-led regeneration projects fostered strong communities and acted "as a catalyst for economic growth". "Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I'm ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition," he said. Trafford Council has estimated the regeneration of the area could bring 15,000 new homes, 48,000 new jobs and inject more than £4bn to the economy. As well as Middleton and Old Trafford, an MDC has been established for Bolton aimed at accelerating the proposed "Atom Valley" scheme. Another MDC covering Ashton and Stalybridge has also been established for a transport-led regeneration project. A Greater Manchester Combined Authority spokesman said the projects would create tens of thousands of new jobs and deliver thousands of new homes, as well as new manufacturing sites and commercial spaces. Other pledges made by Burnham in the strategy include the introduction of half-price bus travel for 18-21 year olds from September and a free 24-hour bus travel pilot program for older and disabled people to begin in August. A new tram stop to service new homes in Victoria North, the extension of Metrolink to Stockport and commuter lines being brought into the Bee Network have also been included. Burnham also said he would also ask Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) to "look at options" for underground tram and train services at Manchester Piccadilly station. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230. Fans tell of hopes and fears for new Man Utd stadium Man Utd plan to build 'iconic' £2bn 100,000-capacity stadium Stockport 'can't wait' for tram to town centre Greater Manchester Combined Authority
Powys County Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Powys County Times
Lord Sebastian Coe named chair-designate for Old Trafford Regeneration project
Lord Sebastian Coe has been given a leading role in delivering Manchester United's new stadium. Lord Coe, who chaired London's 2012 Olympic and Paralympic bid, has been appointed as chair-designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation (MDC) for the Old Trafford Regeneration project. The former IOC president previously chaired a task force set up by United owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to look at stadium options for United amid a wider regeneration of the surrounding area. Manchester United welcomes Greater Manchester's 10-year plan ⤵️ — Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 9, 2025 He will now play a key part in the development of the 100,000-seater stadium, which Ratcliffe wants to be the 'Wembley of the north'. Coe's appointment was announced at an event in Manchester city centre on Wednesday. He said in a statement which appeared on Manchester United's website: 'Throughout my career, I've seen the difference that sports-led regeneration can make in fostering strong communities and acting as a catalyst for economic growth. 'That was certainly true of the London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics – and now, I believe, Greater Manchester's moment has come. 'Working with Trafford Council and the Mayor, there's huge potential to bring new homes and jobs to the area around the Manchester United stadium. And looking ahead, I see a chance to bring the FIFA Women's World Cup to a new Old Trafford Stadium in 2035. The home nations are the sole bidder, which presents a rare opportunity to bid to host the global football family. 'But this is about so much more than just a stadium. It's about listening to and working with residents to create a vibrant, inclusive district, with high quality housing, green spaces, world class leisure and education facilities, and improved transport links. 'Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I'm ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition. I can't wait to get started.' United revealed a potential design for their new home and chief executive Omar Berrada says this is a big step forward. 'This is an exciting decade for the region, and we warmly welcome the inclusion of the Old Trafford Regeneration project at the heart of the Greater Manchester Strategy. 'We are also delighted by the appointment of Lord Coe as chair-designate of the Mayoral Development Corporation; the continuity it brings for the wider project will be a huge positive. 'In addition, Lord Coe's proven leadership and track record in delivering transformational projects will be invaluable as we work together to turn our collective vision into reality. 'In March, we announced our ambition for a new stadium and since then we have been progressing those plans. 'Today's announcement is a significant step forward in our shared vision for the revival of this area of the city that requires investment to thrive again.'
BBC News
6 days ago
- Business
- BBC News
Steve Coogan to lead regeneration of Greater Manchester hometown
Comedian Steve Coogan has said he plans to "put back into a community that was very good to me" after being chosen to lead the regeneration of his hometown in Greater Manchester. The comedian has been announced as co-chairman of a mayoral development corporation (MDC) set up to boost the redevelopment of Middleton. His appointment was announced by the Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham alongside five other MDCs designed to boost growth in the region. Coogan said Middleton was a town "really rich in history, the history of people power" and was a "great place to grow up". He said: "I feel I owe the people of Middleton a debt. That's why I'm happy to be involved and talk to people in Middleton and ask them what they want and what they need."Steve Coogan, who grew up in Alkrington, will work with Rochdale Council in the role on proposals including restoring Middleton Arena, the town gardens, and plans to bring the Metrolink to the also announced former British Olympic champion Lord Sebastian Coe will chair a newly-established MDC for the regeneration of Old Trafford, including the development of Manchester United's new home stadium. An MDC is a statutory body set up by the mayor and given extra powers to speed up development and attract investment within a specific area. These include the ability to buy land, plan projects and work with businesses. Lord Coe said sports-led regeneration projects fostered strong communities and acted "as a catalyst for economic growth"."Twenty years on from securing the Olympic and Paralympic Games for this country, I'm ready to help deliver a vision of equal scale and ambition," he Council has estimated the regeneration of the area could bring 15,000 new homes, 48,000 new jobs and inject more than £4bn to the economy. As well as Middleton and Old Trafford, an MDC has been established for Bolton aimed at accelerating the proposed "Atom Valley" scheme. Another MDC covering Ashton and Stalybridge has also been established for a transport-led regeneration project. New underground A Greater Manchester Combined Authority spokesman said the projects would create tens of thousands of new jobs and deliver thousands of new homes, as well as new manufacturing sites and commercial spaces. Other pledges made by Burnham in the strategy include the introduction of half-price bus travel for 18-21 year olds from September and a free 24-hour bus travel pilot program for older and disabled people to begin in August. A new tram stop to service new homes in Victoria North, the extension of Metrolink to Stockport and commuter lines being brought into the Bee Network have also been also said he would also ask Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) to "look at options" for underground tram and train services at Manchester Piccadilly station. Listen to the best of BBC Radio Manchester on Sounds and follow BBC Manchester on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
