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3 days ago
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VIDEO: Hulk can still smash! Ex-Brazil & Porto star scores TWO incredible free-kicks for Atletico Mineiro in Serie A thriller against Palmeiras
Famed for his fearsome left foot Boasts impressive strike rate at 38 Intends to play on into his 40s Follow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱 WHAT HAPPENED? At 38 years of age, the powerful forward is showing no sign of slowing down in his homeland. The former Porto and Zenit frontman is maintaining an impressive strike rate that has seen him net 14 times through 18 appearances this season. WATCH THE CLIP THE BIGGER PICTURE A brace was bagged in his latest appearance, with Hulk doing all he could to try and salvage something for Atletico Mineiro in a dramatic encounter with Club World Cup quarter-finalists Palmeiras. DID YOU KNOW? His efforts ultimately proved to be in vain, as Palmeiras prevailed 3-2 in a five-goal thriller. Hulk did, however, score late in each half to keep the game interesting. He curled his first free-kick into the top corner from 25 yards, before slamming a second into the back of the net from the edge of the box. WHAT NEXT FOR HULK? Hulk has been back in Brazil since 2021, when he ended a lucrative spell in China, and has stated a desire to extend his career for as long as possible - with the plan being to emulate Portuguese GOAT Cristiano Ronaldo by playing into his 40s.
Yahoo
29-06-2025
- Sport
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Roma among clubs interested in Mikautadze
Roma are being listed among clubs to have shown interest in Lyona attacker Georges Mikautadze. Following Lyon's relegation, the Georgian striker is tipped as one of the top players in Paulo Fonseca's squad who will leave this summer. Advertisement According to Corriere dello Sport, if Roma were to sell Tammy Abraham in the next hours – as Zenit have advanced a first offer – they could try and sign Mikautadze in place of the English striker. However, Roma are not the only ones monitoring Mikautadze. As reported by TeamTALK, Nottingham Forest and Eintracht Frankfurt are also interested, with Lyon asking for around 25 million euros.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
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👀 Flamengo captain eyes Club World Cup in 'Last Dance' mood
Gerson is living his final moments as a Flamengo player. And the "last dance" of the Joker's second stint couldn't have a better stage. You can sign up for DAZN to watch all the FIFA Club World Cup matches for free. Advertisement Despite this, the atmosphere with the fans of the Most Beloved is not the best. At AeroFla, the traditional celebration of Flamengo fans for the team at airports, fake money bills were thrown with the captain's face on them. A direct message to the midfielder who chose the offer from Zenit, Russia. According to journalist Venê Casagrande, the salary offered is three times what he earns at the Rio club. This Monday (16), Flamengo faces Esperance, from Tunisia, at 10 p.m. (Brasília time). It will be the first of Gerson's last games for Flamengo. And leaving as world champion seems like the best scenario for everyone. Advertisement This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here. 📸 Miguel Schincariol - 2025 Getty Images
Yahoo
09-06-2025
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🎙️ Gastón Martirena discusses his future at Racing
The 25-year-old Uruguayan footballer, who is going through a great sporting present at La Academia, begins to be sought after by clubs from abroad. Gastón Martirena is one of the key players that Gustavo Costas' Racing has, and for a few weeks now, there has been interest from Russia. There has not been a formal offer yet, but the Uruguayan player spoke about his future in an interview he gave to the press in his country. Advertisement "It has been rumored that I'm going to leave, but there are no proposals. On the 17th, I have to report to Racing because I'm a player for the club," Martirena said in a conversation with Polideportivo de Canal 12. Information points to the fact that Spartak Moscow could offer around $10 million for his transfer. After winning the CONMEBOL Sudamericana, he had already been sought after by Zenit, Krasnodar, and Flamengo from Brazil. "I want to stay and play the Copa Libertadores because we see that we have a chance, that the possibility is there, but I also want to keep growing, take advantage of the opportunities, because I don't know what can happen later...", he concluded. Advertisement When referring to Russia as a destination, he showed doubts "because of the war issue" and being far from his family, something that doesn't tempt him too much. Although he doesn't rule out the possibility for financial reasons: "But I also think a lot about the fact that I'm going to be a father, I'm 25 years old, whether I like it or not, it's Europe. If I have to leave, I'll have the possibility to take other steps. The financial aspect is very high and I don't have anything, I want to keep growing and take advantage." This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 PABLO PORCIUNCULA - AFP or licensors
Scottish Sun
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘Is it really him' – Arsenal cult hero looks unrecognisable as he holds stein in Munich at Champions League final
It's not first time fans have had to do a double take in recent years STEIN LIVES 'Is it really him' – Arsenal cult hero looks unrecognisable as he holds stein in Munich at Champions League final Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ARSENAL cult hero Andrey Arshavin looked unrecognisable holding a stein at the Champions League final in Munich. The Russian, 44, was in town to watch Paris Saint-Germain's historic 5-0 win over Inter Milan on Saturday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Andrey Arshavin looked unrecognisable as he enjoyed beers in Munich 5 The former Russia star wore glasses and a hat 5 Former Russia and Hull boss Leonid Slutsky (centre) also joined in the fun Arshavin appeared in good spirits as he toasted the occasion with a beer while also enjoying food with friends - one of whom was former Russia and Hull City manager Leonid Slutsky. But anyone walking past would have needed to do a double take. That's because Arshavin looked hardly recognisable as he kept a low profile in glasses and blue baseball cap. And Arsenal supporters were left stunned as they questioned whether it really was the same man who lit up north London for over four years. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL GUNNER GO Arsenal release 17 players as Sterling and Partey learn their fate One fan said: 'Oh f*** I can't actually tell if it's him or not.' Another declared: 'He looks like a science teacher.' One noted: 'That guy put four past Liverpool, let that sink in.' Another added: 'Imagine seeing him at a beerhall and he's like, 'Yeah I played in the Premier League for Arsenal'.' BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS It's not the first time Arshavin threw fans off with his look. The icon again looked unrecognisable while being spotted in London two years ago, this time pairing some large glasses with a wooly hat. David Raya reveals Arsenal career changed overnight following two-hour meeting 5 Arshavin spent four years playing for Arsenal Credit: Graham Hughes - The Times 5 He was spotted in London looking unrecognisable two years ago Credit: Instagram @ The 75-time Russia international joined Arsenal in 2009 from Zenit for £15million. He went on to score 31 goals in 144 outings before returning to Zenit permanently in 2013. Arshavin ended his football career in 2018 with Kazakhstani side Kairat. And he has since held a backroom role with Zenit, while also completing his Uefa A Licence earlier this year.
