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Scottish Sun
18 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
‘There might be some news on that' – Brendan Rodgers drops hint Celtic could be on verge of new signings this WEEK
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BRENDAN RODGERS has made no secret of the fact he wants more new players in at Celtic. And it appears his wishes may finally be granted, just a few days before the Scottish Premiership season kicks off. Sign up for the Celtic newsletter Sign up 2 Brendan Rodgers has been speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the new season Credit: SKY SPORTS The Parkhead club have signed six players this summer, with the latest being Shin Yamada who completed his move from Kawasaki Frontale on July 19. Yamada scored the winning penalty in a Como Cup shootout for Celts last week and Rodgers was full of praise for the newbie on his debut. But on the flip side, he has repeatedly stressed the importance of making sure the squad evolution doesn't stop there. He called on the board to show ambition in the wake of his team's 5-1 loss to Ajax on Thursday. Since then, the Hoops have been linked with Go Ahead Eagles winger Jakob Breum and Manchester City defender Jahmai Simpson-Pusey. And today, speaking to Sky Sports, Rodgers revealed that there could be some movement on that front this week, and conceded that his frustrations with the transfer business stem from his desire as a coach to get players in ASAP so he can put them to work on the training pitch. He said: "We hope this week there might be some news on that. "Coaches and the transfer market don't move at the same pace. A coach always wants a player in immediately, but the transfer market doesn't always work like that. "There's a lot that goes into it - but it's also the reason for pre-season. "You want your team together as quickly as you can so you can get some good work in, get the togetherness, get the spirit, everything formed. Major Mikey Moore Rangers loan doubts & 'strange situation' at Celtic + transfer news Go Ballistic "But, of course, we know that traditionally it can be a challenge. "By the end of the window, hopefully that will be the case. "In the meantime we're working very, very hard. "We're excited by what's here at the moment and looking forward to the weekend." Rodgers touched on the fact he's lost key players such as Nicolas Kuhn to Como and even Jota to injury for at least six months as reasons he wants new bodies in sharp. He added: "We've lost players and we want to replace those players with quality. "So it's not an opinion, it's where it's at. "We've lost key players and we want to replace those as quickly as we can in order to keep developing. "I'm very hopeful that we can do that. "For us it's tweaks because obviously last year we scored the most amount of goals in over 50-odd years of any Celtic team. "So that tells you there's a lot really good with the team. Clearly you want to improve each season. "But I think the attacking department will always be the strength of my team. "So that's something that we want to always improve on." 2 Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page
The Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Sky Sports forced to apologise as Ashley Young's Ipswich team-mate is caught in rude act in background of interview
SKY SPORTS was left red in the cheeks after a rude act was caught in the background of an interview with Ashley Young. Young was being interviewed about his recent move to Ipswich Town by Sky Sports when the camera caught more than anybody expected. 3 3 3 As the former England international discussed his fitness, a player in the background, donning the number two shirt, appeared to lower his shorts and expose his bum in the direction of the camera. Things only got stranger, as another player reached over and appeared to spank the bare skin that had been exposed with his hand. Sky Sports did not see the funny side of the matter, and issued an apology on air after spotting the rude gesture. "Earlier this hour, we interviewed Ashley Young live on Sky Sports News. "We'd just like to apologise if anything you saw within that segment caused offence during our live broadcast." Ipswich fans will hope the unusual team bonding methods will help them bounce back to the Premier League after their relegation last season In the interview, =40-year-old Young opened up about the circumstances that saw him leave the Toffees and make the switch to the Championship club. "But that is behind me. "I have got to come here now and produce the goods on the pitch. "Age is nothing but a number, and I will keep going as long as my body can take."
The Irish Sun
3 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Heroic England Lionesses land back in UK after Euro 2025 triumph ahead of huge trophy parade tomorrow
THE LIONESSES received a heroine's welcome as they touched down in England just hours after achieving yet more Euro glory. Sarina Wiegman's troops secured a Spain in Basel . 13 The Lionesses won their second straight Women's European Championship title last Sunday Credit: EPA 13 Sarina Wiegmann's troops bested Spain 3-1 a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw Credit: EPA 13 The Lionesses' private jet touched down at Southend Aiport shortly after 3:30pm on Monday Credit: SKY SPORTS 13 Captain Leah Williamson was all as she held the trophy while conversing with manager Sarina Wiegman Credit: SKY SPORTS 13 Wiliamson's team-mates proudly donned their winners' medals as they stepped off the private jet Credit: SKY SPORTS 13 Williamson brought the trophy to the team coach as the players made their way to the team bus before headng to the aiport 13 Alex Greenwood took special care of the trophy as the players went through security Credit: Instagram / @lionesses 13 The trophy even had it's own seat on board the private jet Credit: Instagram / @lionesses 13 Scores of fans waited for the Lionesses at Southend Airport Credit: PA Play Dream Team now! Play The Sun Dream Team ahead of the 2025/26 season Free to play Over £100,000 in total prize money Play in Mini Leagues against your mates Submit a team for Gameweek 1 to enter £5,000 prize draw England bested the Spaniards 3-1 in the shootout following a 1-1 draw after extra time. Kelly and her team-mates READ MORE LIONESSES NEWS And they were greeted by a chorus of cheers as they touched down in Old Blighty on Monday afternoon. The Lionesses returned from their successful Swiss sojourn just after 3:30pm, touching down at Southend Airport in a private Nike branded jet. Scores of footie fans waited for their heroines outside the terminal after getting wind of their arrival. And they were itching to give the players an arrival worthy of their historic achievement. Most read in Football The Lionesses' first Euros triumph against Germany in the summer of 2022 did wonders to raise to profile of women's football in the country. SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN England are queens of Europe England legend Lucy Bronze reveals she played Player ratings - see how England's finest in Chloe Kelly steals the show after Eagle-eyed fans stunned at where Joyous And Wiegman hopes their second successive trophy scoop will reverberate around the globe. She said: "This is the most chaotic tournament we have played. Every time we could come back. Fans go wild as England beat Spain on penalties to win Women's Euro 2025 final "We have players with talent, but we never, ever give up. "Tonight I never doubted, I had it a couple of times where I thought we might be going home. "It wasn't a lack of belief, but it got very tight. "I hope it will boost the women's game even more, not only in England but beyond." Shootout hero Kelly was quick to sing Wiegman's praises after the Dutchwoman won her third straight Euros title. "She's bloody amazing," Kelly said of her international gaffer. "She's an incredible woman, "What she's done for this country , we should all be so grateful for. "What she's done for me individually, she gave me hope when I probably didn't have any. 13 Fans waiting at Southend Airport were itching to give their heroines a fitting welcome Credit: PA 13 Lionesses fans young and old were over the moon at the prospect of seeing Sarina Wiegman's troops in the flesh Credit: GETTY 13 England will be welcomed by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner at No.10 later today Credit: Alamy 13 The Lionesses will take part in an open-top bus parade tomorrow Credit: SHUTTERSTOCK "I hope it will boost the women's game even more, not only in England but beyond." Sarina Wiegman on England's second straight Euros triumph "She gave me an opportunity to represent my country again. "I knew that I had to get game time and representing England is never a given. "But what she's done for the women's game, not just in England, in the Netherlands she's done it. "She's taken it to a whole other level. "The work doesn't go unnoticed from the staff behind her, they're incredible people and I'm so grateful to have worked with such amazing staff members.' The Lionesses are set to be honoured by Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner and sports minister Stephanie Peacock or the momentous achievement. Wiegman and her charges will visit No.10 later today and will take part in an open-top bus parade in front of thousands of fans. But the Government WON'T commerorate the Lionesses' latet trophy haul with a Bank Holiday. THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Sky Sports forced to apologise after Ben Stokes is smacked in privates with ball leaving fans wincing
BALLSY EFFORT Sky Sports forced to apologise after Ben Stokes is smacked in privates with ball leaving fans wincing Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise to viewers after Ben Stokes took a smack to his privates bits against India. Fans were left clutching their own crown jewels after the England star was whacked with a cricket ball during Friday's Fourth Test. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Ben Stoke winces after he is hit in the genitals by a speedy Mohammed Siraj delivery Credit: PA 3 Stokes reacts after taking a ball to the body during day three of the Fourth Test Credit: PA Joe Root hit a magnificent hundred on day three of the Fourth Test between England's 2-1 lead on India at Old Trafford. Root's 38th Test century bumped him up to second on the all-time leading run-scorers list in Test cricket. But it was Stokes, 34, that hit the headlines after the ball caught him in his genitals. Stokes was batting when a ferocious shot rocketed between his bat and, well, found its mark. Cameras zoomed on Stokes writhing in pain, leading to a wave of sympathetic groans from viewers at home. The commentator said: "Oh! Movement, pain. He's been hit in the midships again." While Prakash Wakankar on comms joked about what the physio could do about it. The British commentator then added: "Sorry if you heard any expletives there, but perhaps you can understand why." SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN Fans took to social media to joke about the incident, with one writing: "X marks the spot 🤣". While another said: "Should have protection there." India star carried off Old Trafford pitch in ambulance cart after horror injury in Test match against England A third added: "That's got to hurt." Stokes, ever the warrior, eventually picked himself up, though with a noticeable limp to remain not out as England went 544-7 after the first Innings. England lead India by 186 runs with three wickets remaining. Meanwhile, Root pushed past Rahul Dravid, Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting while scoring 150. It's now only Sachin Tendulkar keeping him off the summit. The Yorkshireman, 34, has a way to go to eclipse The Little Master's tally of 15,921. He needs a further 2,513 runs to become No 1 - but at the relatively young age of 34, Tendulkar's record seems achievable.
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Sky Sports forced to apologise after Ben Stokes is smacked in privates with ball leaving fans wincing
SKY SPORTS were forced to apologise to viewers after Ben Stokes took a smack to his privates bits against India. Fans were left clutching their own crown jewels after the England star was whacked with a cricket ball during Friday's Fourth Test. 3 Ben Stoke winces after he is hit in the genitals by a speedy Mohammed Siraj delivery Credit: PA 3 Stokes reacts after taking a ball to the body during day three of the Fourth Test Credit: PA Joe Root hit a magnificent hundred on day three of the Fourth Test between England's 2-1 lead on India at Old Trafford. Root's 38th Test century bumped him up to second on the all-time leading run-scorers list in Test cricket. But it was Stokes, 34, that hit the headlines after the ball caught him in his genitals. Stokes was batting when a ferocious shot rocketed between his bat and, well, found its mark. Cameras zoomed on Stokes writhing in pain, leading to a wave of sympathetic groans from viewers at home. The commentator said: "Oh! Movement, pain. He's been hit in the midships again." While Prakash Wakankar on comms joked about what the physio could do about it. The British commentator then added: "Sorry if you heard any expletives there, but perhaps you can understand why." Most read in Football SUN VEGAS WELCOME OFFER: GET £50 BONUS WHEN YOU JOIN Fans took to social media to joke about the incident, with one writing: "X marks the spot 🤣". While another said: "Should have protection there." India star carried off Old Trafford pitch in ambulance cart after horror injury in Test match against England A third added: "That's got to hurt." Stokes, ever the warrior, eventually picked himself up, though with a noticeable limp to remain not out as England went 544-7 after the first Innings. England lead India by 186 runs with three wickets remaining. Meanwhile, Root pushed past Rahul Dravid, Jacques Kallis and Ricky Ponting while scoring 150. It's now only Sachin Tendulkar keeping him off the summit. Read more on the Irish Sun The Yorkshireman, 34, has a way to go to eclipse The Little Master's tally of 15,921. He needs a further 2,513 runs to become No 1 - but at the relatively young age of 34, Tendulkar's record seems achievable. 3 Joe Root's 38th Test century bumped him up to second on the all-time leading run-scorers list in Test cricket Credit: AP
