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LEVERKUSEN, Germany (AP) — Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz says he’d like to play for another club sometime. "I'm certainly eager to step out of my comfort zone at some stage and explore something novel," Wirtz stated. Sports Illustrated interview published on Thursday. “I know the football locker rooms well enough and am convinced I would quickly fit in anywhere.” The 22-year-old Wirtz has a contract with Leverkusen to 2027 but has been linked with a potential move to league rival Bayern Munich, Premier League side Manchester City, and Spanish giant Real Madrid. Bayern Munich executive Uli Hoeneß has expressed his desire to sign Wirtz, however, the cash-strapped club may struggle with the financial demands of Bayer Leverkusen due to the high cost associated with acquiring this highly sought-after talent. Often hailed as one of the top players in Germany, securing him would be quite an investment. Manchester City wouldn’t face such limitations when se...

Martin Odegaard has insisted Arsenal must remain united following their "difficult" departure from the Champions League which resulted in them being without trophies for yet another season. Arsenal's aspirations for trophies, along with their attempt to secure the Champions League title for the first time, came to an end on Wednesday after suffering a 2-1 loss against. Paris St Germain In the second part of their semifinal at the Parc des Princes. The Arsenal team was already behind by one goal in the semi-final match, and even after putting pressure on the goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma In their initial 15 minutes, they made two impressive saves but then fell farther behind as Fabian Ruiz scored the opening goal at the 27-minute mark. Achraf Hakimi sealed the victory in the second half before Bukayo Saka managed only a consolation goal in a 3-1 aggregate defeat. Manager Mikel Arteta disclosed that his players were devastated and in tears followin...

A Norwegian football fan offered an unusual trade to secure a ticket for the Europa League semi-final second leg between Bodo/Glimt and Tottenham Hotspur, set to take place near the Arctic Circle on Thursday night, Reuters reports. With only 480 tickets available and around 50,000 fans eager to attend, Torbjørn Eide—a production manager at a fish farm in Senja—found a creative way in. A self-described “micro-enthusiast,” Eide offered five kilograms of boknafisk, a traditional Norwegian dried fish delicacy worth nearly 2,500 kroner ($243), in exchange for a seat at the match. “We produce the best boknafisk in Norway, so I thought maybe someone in Bodø would want it,” Eide told Norwegian broadcaster NRK. Also read Woman Funds Relocation Following Claims of Racism From Her Own Child And Subsequent Online Threats North Korea Launches Ballistic Missiles Into the Sea of Japan Fortunately, Øystein Aanes, who had an extra ticket since his brother couldn't mak...

Bayern Munich has sparked transfer rumors after Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz showed interest in potentially joining their ranks. "The idea of venturing out of my comfort zone and exploring something fresh really attracts me," the 22-year-old playmaker stated in an interview with Sports Illustrated. I am familiar with football changing rooms and I strongly believe that I could adapt quickly wherever I end up. Wirtz stressed that he holds "utmost respect" for athletes who "abandon their loved ones and familiar surroundings for the sake of their profession." I feel incredibly fortunate to have numerous top-notch clubs just steps away from where I live and now get to play for one of the finest teams in both Germany and Europe," Wirtz said, noting that he moved to Leverkusen from neighboring Cologne when he was 16. As reported by the German publication Bild, Wirtz told his coach Xabi Alonso that he is unwilling to transfer to R...

The Toronto Maple Leafs are experiencing an excellent second phase of the Stanley Cup The playoffs have been going well for them. So far, they lead 2-0 against their opponents. Florida Panthers , and their star performers have truly stepped up—especially William Nylander , who found the back of the net in their win last night. The Toronto head coach Craig Berube caused journalists to chuckle when questioned about his Swedish celebrity... William Nylander has truly stepped up during this postseason, accumulating 13 points in just eight games. His contributions have been crucial to the Maple Leafs' success thus far, and he continues to be an essential asset. Mikko Rantanen has accumulated more points in this season's playoffs. Sam Bennett’s tackle on Stolarz Nevertheless, much of the discussion surrounding the series until now has focused on the Panthers' aggressive—and occasionally rough—play against the Maple Leafs' star players. Following goalte...

One person is in critical condition and two others in hospital after being hit by a car in Paris amid street partying by PSG fans after the club reached the Champions League final. A car ploughed into a group of fans close to the Champs Elysée, police said. At least three supporters were injured, with one left fighting for their life. The reports indicate that the vehicle was subsequently torched. Young individuals were observed on the road engaging in altercations with law enforcement officers. Paris The police mentioned that there were 43 arrests due to small occurrences across the city. Approximately 2,000 Arsenal supporters managed to attend the match in person, while even greater numbers gathered in local bars and pubs throughout the city to cheer their team on. The evening was predominantly characterized by celebrations. PSG ’s 2-1 victory — 3-1 on aggregate — over Arsenal in its second-leg semifinal Wednesday night. It’s only the second time th...

Shedeur Sanders topped the charts for passing yards in the Big 12 during 2024. The following ten quarterbacks in those standings will be returning this season. With these ten starting players coming back, it could result in yet another exciting and unpredictable year for what is considered one of the most captivating conferences in collegiate football. Seven of these quarterbacks were spearheaded by Baylor’s Sawyer Robertson with at least 20 touchdown passes. Four signal-callers—led by TCU's Josh Hoover—included players who threw for over 3,000 yards. Additionally, four quarterbacks—dominated by Kansas State's Avery Johnson—with at least 400 rushing yards made the list as well. Follow The Sporting News via WhatsApp How challenging are these quarterbacks to forecast? In the previous year, Sporting News placed Arizona State at the bottom of their list. However, Sam Leavitt led the Sun Devils to win the Big 12 title and secure a place in the College Football Playoff....

The pressure is intensifying for Red Bull’s team principal, Christian Horner, and according to recent global media reports, his removal from the position might soon occur. Based on Racing, Horner appears to be losing backing from Red Bull’s Thai proprietors, who own 51 percent of the company’s shares. The remaining portion of Red Bull is owned by Mark Mateschitz, the son of cofounder Dietrich Mateschitz, who died in 2022. Within the team, there are internal business and sports-related conflicts that could significantly affect Horner’s role. Inadequate Outcomes and Assistance In 2024, Horner weathered a crisis involving allegations of improper conduct. At that time, he retained his position thanks to strong support from the Thai shareholders. However, with fluctuating results in 2025 and an increased focus on cost-cutting, that support is now reportedly under pressure. Red Bull still holds high hopes for Max Verstappen, however, the RB21 car hasn’t been p...

Martin Brundle believes Lewis Hamilton His "sardonic" radio communications to him Ferrari The team in Miami suggests "just how frustrated" the British Formula 1 driver is due to his recent underperformance. Hamilton, aged 40, relocated to Ferrari. amid much fanfare in the off-season after 12 years with six global titles with Mercedes, but has endured a disappointing opening six races of the 2025 season. At the Miami Grand Prix, Hamilton was frustrated at how long Ferrari allowed him to pass slower teammate Charles Leclerc ahead, commenting at one point: “Have a tea break while you’re at it, come on!” Hamilton also mentioned that it was "poor team collaboration." The British driver was ultimately permitted to proceed past, but after being unable to advance, Leclerc passed him near the conclusion of the race. Hamilton eventually crossed the finish line in eighth place. "I find it very revealing, the sarcasm in these messages ...

Belal Muhammad has minimized the notion that Islam Makhachev is planning to compete with him for the UFC welterweight championship, since he anticipates his companion will adhere to his values. In recent years, Muhammad has trained alongside Makhachev, guided by their mutual acquaintance from childhood, Khabib Nurmagomedov. There is an agreement that MakhacheV will not face Muhammad. . It’s equally clear that lightweight champion Makhachev aims to vie for the welterweight title down the line, alongside Muhammad. defending the belt against Jack Della Maddalena on Saturday , the Russian’s next move could soon become clear. Regardless, Muhammad was questioned during the UFC 315 media day about his thoughts on whether Makhachev might attempt to challenge him should he defeat Della Maddalena. This inquiry followed an incident where Makhachev was spotted with UFC Chief Brand Officer Hunter Campbell. “No, I don’t believe they would go ahead with that,” stated Muhammad,...

Manchester United defeated Athletic Bilbao in the first match of their Europa League semi-final. Harry Maguire produced an impressive bit of skill in the build-up to their first goal TUNE IN NOW: Things Are Getting Exciting! Available on all podcast platforms. Fresh episodes drop every Monday and Thursday. Roy Keane has poked fun at Harry Maguire after his impact in Man United ' victory against Athletic Bilbao in the initial match of their Europa League semi-final. Manchester United defeated the Basque team 3-0 in Bilbao last Thursday, asserting their dominance in the match following a remarkable display. Among the standout performers was Maguire. In addition to a solid defensive performance, Maguire contributed a moment of brilliance during the buildup play. Casemiro His opening goal left spectators amazed as he maneuvered deftly to evade his opponent and delivered a remarkable pass into the penalty area. And, on the lates...

NEW DELHI: Chennai Super Kings defeated Kolkata Knight Riders by two wickets on Wednesday, all but ending the defending champions' hopes of making the IPL play-offs. Chasing a target of 180, CSK got over the line with two balls to spare. Dewald Brevis led the charge with a blistering 52 off just 25 balls, while Shivam Dube and captain MS Dhoni contributed 45 and an unbeaten 17, respectively. After the exciting victory, Dhoni participated in the traditional post-game handshakes, warmly welcoming the KKR players prior to making his way back towards the CSK bench along with teammate Anshul Kamboj. However, just as he began to depart, he abruptly stopped. Explore Beyond The Border with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! A widely shared clip on social media shows Dhoni signaling towards Kamboj, suggesting that an additional player needed attention. The overlooked individual turned out to be KKR bowler Chetan Sakariya. ...

British Formula 1 On his 20th birthday today, racing driver Oliver Bearman is hailed as the upcoming Ferrari contender and is poised to quickly emerge as a dominant force in Formula 1. Currently driving for the Haas F1 team, Bearman consistently turns heads with impressive performances at each race. Alongside Esteban Ocon, he contributes valuable assets to Haas F1, helping them maintain their position in sixth place within the championship standings. What makes him stand out, and why is he considered the potential successor for Ferrari and even more? We'll explore his career path here. Happy Birthday, Oliver Bearman Ferrari Driver Academy Oliver Bearman Was part of the Ferrari Driver Academy and had been monitored since he was 15 years old. His Formula One debut came with the Haas F1 team at the 2023 Mexican Grand Prix. In 2024, he was named Ferrari’s reserve driver and got behind the wheel of the SF-24 at the 2024 Mex...

Liverpool is set for major changes following Trent Alexander-Arnold's announcement that he will be leaving at the end of the summer. The right-back from England, who has played a crucial role at Liverpool over multiple seasons, is set to depart the club once his contract ends — apparently with plans to transfer to Real Madrid. His fellow team members' response didn't delay in coming. Brother for Life Andy Robertson, who has been part of a formidable partnership with Alexander-Arnold on either side for many years, shared an emotionally charged post on Instagram on May 5. "Forever bro!! We've shared everything together! I'll miss you, legend," Robertson penned. The farewell to Alexander-Arnold marks the beginning of a larger overhaul in Liverpool’s defense, where manager Arne Slot now has to find a new right-back for next season. Following a triumphant inaugural campaign, Slot guided Liverpool to the Premier League championship i...

Ange Postecoglou has dismissed criticisms from Arsene Wenger regarding Tottenham possibly securing their spot for the upcoming season's Champions League and jokingly said the club does "wild things" to people. The Spurs are currently in Norway for their match. Europa League semi-final second leg with Bodo/Glimt And maintain a two-goal advantage following last Thursday's 3-1 win, which has brought them tantalizingly close to the finale in Bilbao. If Tottenham secure victory in the tournament, even though they are currently well-placed for it, their lowest league position of 16th in the Premier League , they would secure their spot in the Champions League because of this. Uefa a rule implemented starting from the 2014-15 season. Nevertheless, former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger—who is now Head of Global Football Development at FIFA This week, beIN Sport reported that Tottenham Hotspur or possible contenders like Manchester United shouldn’t qu...

Jermall Charlo and Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna, who compete in the super middleweight division, appeared at a press event in Los Angeles ahead of their anticipated clash. They will headline PBC Championship Boxing on Prime Video on Saturday, May 31st, taking place at the Michelob ULTRA Arena within the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas. At the event held on Wednesday, Charlo went toe-to-toe with experienced opponent LaManna, while fellow headliners Caleb Plant and Armando Reséndiz also had an intense encounter. The plant will lead the card by defending his Interim WBA super middleweight title against the powerful hitter Reséndiz, while the undefeated two-weight world champion Charlo kicks off his journey toward becoming a three-division titlist when he faces LaManna in the 10-round co-main event. The event lineup starts at 8 PM Eastern Time / 5 PM Pacific Time / 1 AM British Summer Time. It includes an exciting matchup between prominent middleweights Yoen...

This week featured the second leg of the semi-finals for the Champions League 2024-2025. UEFA has organized several fan polls. On this coming Wednesday, fans will vote to decide which goal was the most spectacular. The contest includes two remarkable strikes from Paris Saint-Germain against Arsenal: one scored by Fabian Ruiz, who at 29 years old plays as a midfielder, and another by Achraf Hakimi, aged 26 and playing as a right-back.

Alex Pereira has quelled fears that he has plans of retiring and attributed a post of his that outlined apparent grievances with the UFC to a hacker. “Poatan” hasn’t fought since seeing his storied light-heavyweight title reign end at the hands of Magomed Ankalaev in March - the aftermath of which has been rife with controversy, with Ankalaev’s camp accusing Pereira of “greasing” during their bout . With little word on his next fight, the former two-division champion appeared to share a cryptic message on X in which he detailed a disagreement with the promotion. The post read: “I always answered the UFC’s calls, but if they want to play with me, we can do that. I’ve never spoken poorly of the UFC but with what I’ve just heard I’m disheartened. I’ve already had thoughts of not fighting anymore, and after what was just relayed to me this may be the start.” This put “Poatan” fans into a frenzy, fearing one of Dana White ’s few remaining superstar draws could be o...

This week saw the second leg of the 2024-2025 Champions League semi-finals take place. Following the matches, UEFA initiates various fan voting processes. Among those nominated for Player of the Week is Paris Saint-Germain, which defeated Arsenal with a score of 0-1 at the Parc des Princes on Wednesday. Competing against PSG’s nominee are Yann Sommer, an experienced 36-year-old goalkeeper from Inter Milan, and Achraf Hakimi, a talented 26-year-old right-back. https://twitter.com/ChampionsLeague/status/1920242801842827762?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw

Leah Williamson says winning the Champions League The final update later this month will assist. Arsenal get back to their spot at the headtable of women’s sports. The Gunners take on Barcelona in the highlight event Lisbon On May 24, hoping to secure their maiden European title since claiming the Women’s UEFA Cup in 2007. Traditionally, Arsenal has been among the top teams, but lately, they've been catching up with and even being surpassed by other squads due to the swift advancement of the women’s sport, particularly within the domestic arena. However, Williamson believes her team ought to be overwhelmingly controlling the match against the reigning champions, Barcelona. "It’s about venturing into places where none of us have ever been before. It’s uncharted ground wearing an Arsenal jersey for every member of the squad," the English international stated to the PA news agency. So I believe we would feel incredibly proud to continue this t...

Several Ontario mayors have been calling on the province to ban financial incentives municipalities use to lure in doctors, saying the recruitment tactic is harming communities that can't pony up the cash – especially those in rural and northern regions. But Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker is going even further, suggesting the federal government should outlaw the practice from "coast to coast." “I think it should be banned across the country actually," he said in a recent interview. Shoemaker said his city needs 40 more doctors, including 18 to practise family medicine, and while it does offer a moving allowance of up $10,000, it is not in a position to compete with municipalities that are offering doctors tens of thousands of dollars to relocate. "I believe that incentives are detrimental, and we do not concur with their use; therefore, we are currently not inclined to engage in an incentive-based contest as we would be likely to emerge ...

Defense attorneys are anticipated to carry on with their questioning of the accuser later today during the sexual assault case involving five ice hockey players. The identity of the woman remains protected due to a publication ban. During her cross-examination on Wednesday, she admitted that she adopted a "porno star persona" as a way to cope when she was in a hotel room with the men in June 2018. The complainant stated that this was the position these men were trying to force her into, and she felt she couldn’t escape unless she complied with their demands. Michael McLeod, Carter Hart, Alex Formenton, Dillon Dube, and Callan Foote have all stated they are not guilty of sexual assault charges. McLeod has also pleaded not guilty to an additional charge of being a party to the offence of sexual assault. All of the accused were part of Canada's 2018 world junior hockey team and were in London, Ont., for events marking their gold-medal performance at that ye...

On Tuesday evening, the Edmonton Oilers maintained their ongoing playoff surge by mounting a comeback to secure a 4-2 win against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals. Initially, things appeared bleak for the visiting team as Vegas started strong. Mark Stone spearheaded their attack with two goals in the opening period, leaving the Oilers struggling before the first break. However, this seasoned Edmonton group was not ready to surrender. WATCH: Golden Knights versus Oilers Game 2 streaming live on Fubo TV Corey Perry ignited the comeback, gradually reducing the deficit before Leon Draisaitl tied the game with an equalizer early in the final period. The tide had turned, and Zach Hyman rode the wave by notching the go-ahead goal. Connor Brown added the finishing touch, burying the empty-netter to slam the door shut. The win marked Edmonton's fifth straight comeback victory this postseason. Lookin...

The Paris Olympics held last year offered numerous spectacular highlights for Canadian athletics, with perhaps the most exhilarating being the gold medal win in the men's 4x100-meter relay finals. This weekend, the team featuring Andre De Grasse, Aaron Brown, Brendon Rodney, and Jerome Blake returns to the venue where they started their path to Olympic gold—the World Athletics Relays—and they're keen to leverage this competition as another stepping stone. This year’s gathering in Guangzhou, China, offers a clear route to the major event on this season’s competitive schedule: the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo in September. Relay squads have the opportunity to secure a berth at the world championships by making it to their corresponding finals in Guangzhou. "It's super important. It all starts here in World Relays in China," De Grasse said. "The main objective for us [is to] make sure that we qualify … so that we are at the world champion...