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Irish Examiner
13 hours ago
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- Irish Examiner
Roy Keane meets Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba at Inter Miami training ground
Roy Keane isn't the biggest fan of posing for pictures but on the rare occasion, he is willing to make an exception. The Corkman is making the most of his break away from the Sky Sports and Stick to Football studios as he is currently on holiday in the United States of America. But the former Manchester United and Republic of Ireland hasn't taken a break away from the sport as he seems to be taking in some of the ongoing Club World Cup, which is approaching the last-16 stage. Imagine a midfield pairing of Sergio Busquests and Roy Keane🤌🏼 Moments like these go to show highly Keane is thought of in the footballing world. Busquests, Luis Suarez and Jori Alba weren't half bad in their prime. Class appreciates class. Legends of the game! — Rep of Ireland Player Tracker (@reptracker) June 27, 2025 Keane recently got the opportunity to visit the training base of Inter Miami, who are owned by his former United teammate David Beckham, and while he was there he posed for pictures with none other than Luis Suarez, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba. Who asked who for the pictures remains unknown, as does the whereabouts of Lionel Messi, who must have been busy preparing to the MLS side's last-16 tie against Champions League winners PSG on Sunday. An attitude Roy would appreciate, at least. Keane won't be stateside with his friends from Rockmount AFC for long as he will be returning home in the near future ahead of his three live shows with Roddy Doyle at the Marquee on July 7,8, and 9. Read More First look: Saipan trailer released showing Éanna Hardwicke as Roy Keane
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney lands new job working alongside fellow Premier League icon
MANCHESTER UNITED legend Wayne Rooney has landed a new job which will see him work alongside a fellow Premier League icon. Wazza, 39, has been on the hunt for a fresh gig after departing Plymouth Argyle at Christmas. 6 Wayne Rooney has landed a new job after leaving Plymouth Argyle Credit: Getty 6 The Man Utd legend is set to link up with another Premier League icon Credit: AFP The Red Devils icon managed just five wins in 25 games over a seven-month period. And it marked another underwhelming dugout performance following spells at Derby, DC United and Birmingham. Rooney has since enjoyed spending time as a pundit, working on Amazon Prime while featuring on the Stick to Football podcast. He also captained and managed England at Soccer Aid earlier this month, scoring the fastest goal in the charity match's history before ex-United teammate Carlos Tevez banged in four to hand victory to a World XI. However, Rooney is now truly back in the beautiful game after landing a new job. But it is not another managerial stint for England's former captain. Instead, Rooney has linked up with a luxury training camp for children called Football Escapes. The company organises half-term retreats for kids and their parents in exotic locations like Cyprus, Portugal and the Maldives. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS The children get to spend their time playing football and learning from legends like Rooney. While parents have plenty of free time to rest and relax by the pool. Wayne Rooney names three players Man Utd should sign this summer including transfer for iconic former star 6 Rooney has joined Football Escapes to coach children's football at luxury locations Credit: Football Escapes 6 Rooney is heading back to Dubai after coaching there earlier this year Credit: Football Escapes Now, Rooney will get his boots back on for an October retreat to Dubai, having previously worked for them during an event in February. He will teach aspiring youngsters the ropes alongside a fellow Premier League icon in ex-Tottenham and England defender Michael Dawson. But training with Rooney doesn't come cheap. Football Escapes are advertising a seven-day stay for a family of four at the 5-star Jumeirah Beach Hotel for £8499 on their website – and that's BEFORE flights. A statement read: 'By popular demand, Wayne Rooney will be returning to Dubai, alongside Michael Dawson, for a week of Football Escapes magic this October Half Term, 20th - 24th October 2025. 'The kids will train daily, in their personalised kit, with our ambassadors and UEFA-qualified coaches, building their confidence and their skills with coaching from none other than Wayne Rooney. 'Including daily coaching from Wayne Rooney, a signed shirt, our incredible Parents' Match, a medals ceremony to round off the week, and of course a stay for you and your family at the world class Jumeirah Beach Hotel Resort in Dubai.' 6 Rooney will coach alongside Michael Dawson Credit: Getty
Metro
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
Johnny Marr reveals why he rejected 'eye-watering' amount to reunite with Smiths
Johnny Marr, the legendary guitarist and co-songwriter of the Smiths, has revealed the key reason he won't reunite with his band The rock band, composed of Morrissey, Marr, the late Andy Rourke, and Mike Joyce, was formed in 1982 and split just five years later in 1987 after reports of internal tensions. Now, Marr, 61, has revealed why he decided to reject a recent offer to reunite the band over 30 years later, despite being offered a shed-load of money. 'We got made an offer recently, but I said no,' said Marr on the Stick to Football podcast. 'It was a little bit about principles, but I'm not an idiot, I just think the vibe's not right. Bad vibe. 'It was an eye-watering amount of money, but also, I really like what I'm doing now which makes it a lot easier. I really like where I'm at. I still work, I craft, I still want to write the best song I've ever written. I want to be a better performer.' He added that, unlike other professions like being a footballer, he hasn't grown out of his work and will be able to be a songwriter well into his later life. This isn't the band's first refusal to reunite, despite huge pressure from fans and being offered bucket loads of money. Amid fan speculation, a post on the Morrissey Central website revealed that Morrissey was keen to reunite the band. A post in August 2024 revealed: 'In June 2024, AEG Entertainment Group made a lucrative offer to both Morrissey and Marr to tour worldwide as The Smiths throughout 2025. 'Morrissey said yes to the offer; Marr ignored the offer.' The post added pointedly: 'Morrissey undertakes a largely sold-out tour of the USA in November. Marr continues to tour as a special guest to New Order.' Over the years, Morrissey and Marr have exchanged barbs, also disagreeing about The Smiths' trademark. The Back to the Old House singers have given numerous reasons for the original break-up over the years, with some suggesting it was Marr's departure that led to the breakdown of the band. Marr said he was taking a break due to being exhausted from the band's schedule. Easterhouse guitarist Ivor Perry briefly replaced him, but the group split up weeks later. More Trending Marr rejected NME's claim that The Smiths broke up because Morrissey was frustrated at him wanting to work with other artists, as he told the publication in a 1978 interview: 'The major reason for me going was simply that there are things I want to do, musically, that there is just not scope for in The Smiths.' — Johnny Marr (@Johnny_Marr) August 26, 2024 In the years since, Morrissey's conservative political views have been at odds with Marr's – meaning the gap between the pair has only grown. In 2024, a fan asked Marr on X about a reunion: 'If Oasis can do it, The Smiths can too (I'm delusional).' To this, Marr seemingly made a dig at Morrissey as he shared an image of Reform politician Nigel Farage. Got a story? If you've got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@ calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we'd love to hear from you. MORE: Veteran rocker, 90, shockingly turns down Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction MORE: James Prime's 'brokenhearted' Deacon Blue bandmates lead tributes after star's death MORE: Martin Kemp reveals he might not actually be married Shirlie Holliman
Perth Now
20-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Johnny Marr turned down 'eye-watering' sum for The Smiths reunion
Johnny Marr turned down an "eye-watering" amount of money to reform The Smiths because "the vibe's not right". The 61-year-old musician has revealed he was asked to get back together with his former bandmate Morrissey for a money-spinning reunion more than three decades after they parted ways back in the 1980s, but Marr rejected the deal because it didn't feel right. During an appearance on the Stick to Football podcast, Marr explained: "We got made an offer recently, but I said no. It was a little bit about principles, but I'm not an idiot, I just think the vibe's not right. "It was an eye-watering amount of money, but also, I really like what I'm doing now which makes it a lot easier. I like where I'm at. I still want to write the best song I've ever written. I want to be a better performer." Morrissey, 66, previously lashed out at Marr over the reunion suggestion - claiming the guitarist "ignored the offer" to get the group back together for a 2025 world tour and accusing him of "blocking" the release of a greatest hits album, as well as acquiring "trademark rights and intellectual property" of The Smith. Morrissey told Medium: "I agreed [to the reunion] because it felt like the last time such a thing would be possible. We've all begun to grow old. "I thought the tour that was offered would be a good way of saying thank you for those who have listened for what suddenly feels like a lifetime. 'It wasn't because I had any emotional attachment to Marr. I have absolutely none.' In response, Marr's management said in a statement: "Here are the facts: In 2018, following an attempt by a third party to use The Smiths' name – and upon discovery that the trademark was not owned by the band – Marr reached out to Morrissey, via his representatives, to work together in protecting The Smiths' name. "A failure to respond led Marr to register the trademark himself. It was subsequently agreed with Morrissey's lawyers that this trademark was held for the mutual benefit of Morrissey and Marr. "As a gesture of goodwill, in January 2024, Marr signed an agreement of joint ownership to Morrissey. Execution of this document still requires Morrissey to sign." Marr then added: 'To prevent third parties from profiting from the band's name, it was left to me to protect the legacy. "This I have done on behalf of both myself and my former bandmates. As for the offer to tour, I didn't ignore the offer – I said no."
The Irish Sun
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Roy Keane forms unlikely bond with rockstar over shared love of Cork on Stick to Football podcast
MAN UTD icon Roy Keane has formed an unlikely bond with a well know rockstar from a British band. The Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr joined the Stick to Football podcast this week and struck an unlikely chord with the Ireland legend. Advertisement 2 Roy Keane on The Overlap was joined on the Overlap by Smiths guitarist Johnny Marr 2 Smiths guitarist Marr admitted the pair have a great relationship as they fondly spoke of county Cork The pair gushed over their shared affection for Cork on the latest Rebel county native Keano has never shy about his roots, and has spoke passionately about Cork over the years, especially when it comes to GAA. But it turns out the city also left a lasting impression on Marr, whose Irish heritage runs deep through his Kildare-born parents. The conversation on the show — hosted by Keane, Gary Neville, Jamie Carragher, Ian Wright and Jill Scott — naturally drifted toward music, with Marr asked by Neville to compare band dynamics to a football team. Advertisement read more on football Using The Beatles as an example, Marr described Paul McCartney as 'the 12th man" as he praised the legendary scouser. Marr also gave a nod to one of Cork's greatest cultural exports, Rory Gallagher. He said: 'There was an Irish guy, Rory Gallagher, who I used to follow around and go to all his shows, and who I got to know before he passed away. 'He was a beautiful guy, Rory.' Advertisement Most read in Football He also spoke about his close friendship with Keane, who are nearby neighbours in Manchester. The Smiths icon revealed he often bumps into the former Utd skipper while out walking his dog. Roy Keane slams 'LAZY' Kyle Walker for role in Senegal goal vs England as ITV star says 'can't make mistakes like that' He added: 'Sometimes Roy's walking the dogs but often I'm running, because we live near each other. It's a good excuse to stop [running]!' Marr joked. Keane replied, laughing: 'Is that the only reason you stop?!' Advertisement Before Marr continued: 'He'll always go, 'Ah, I don't want to stop you, you're running!' I always say, 'No, no…' We'll have a bit of a chat about football. I was always interested in the dressing room, the dynamic and the chemistry,' 'We'll chat about Ireland, because I'm from an Irish family. We'll talk about Cork and stuff like that — and tea! We're really rock and roll.' The pair's mutual respect was evident throughout, even with Marr's Man City allegiance.
