تحدث محمد أبو تريكة نجم فريق النادي الأهلي ومنتخب مصر الأسبق، عن أهمية المباريات الجماهيرية الكبرى، كاشفًا عن سبب عدم محبة عدد من جماهير الزمالك له.
وجاء ذلك خلال فقرة تحليل محمد أبو تريكة لمباراة مانشستر سيتي ومانشستر يونايتد، في خضم منافسات الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز.
فيديو | أبو تريكة يسخر من تشيلسي: فريق المليار سقط أمام أطفال ليفربول
وقال أبو تريكة في تصريحات تلفزيونية بفضائية “بي إة سبورتس”: “دائمًا اللاعبون يحبون المشاركة في المباريات الكبيرة”.
وأضاف: “أنا أفتقد هذا الشعور في المباريات الكبيرة (أومال ليه جمهور الزمالك بيكرهني؟) لأنني سجلت في مرماهم 13 هدفًا، دائمًا هذه اللقاءات للتاريخ”.
وكان محمد أبو تريكة قد نجح في تحقيق العديد من الانتصارات مع النادي الأهلي على الصعيدين المحلي والإفريقي والعالمي، كان بعضهم على حساب نادي الزمالك.
واستطاع أبو تريكة كتابة اسمه في تاريخ مباريات القمة بين الأهلي والزمالك، إذ أصبح أحد الهدافين التاريخيين للديربي القاهري، بتسجيله 13 هدفًا في العديد من المناسبات. تصريحات أبو تريكة عن كره جمهور الزمالك له
Scorecard and ball-by-ball detailsBy the time Nathan Lyon took his first wicket of this Test, he had endured a 660-ball drought without a first-class breakthrough. He was lucky even to be playing, for only Steve O’Keefe’s calf injury saved Lyon from the axe, prevented the Goat from becoming the Scapegoat. But on the third evening Lyon reminded Australia’s selectors why he has become Australia’s most prolific offspinning Test wicket taker, his three strikes tightening Australia’s grip on the match.Between Lyon and Mitchell Starc, who bowled with pace and aggression and picked up two wickets, and Josh Hazlewood, who removed Hashim Amla for the fifth time from five innings in this series, Australia kept South Africa on the back foot. South Africa started with a deficit of 124, which by stumps had become a lead of 70. But with only four wickets in hand, a great deal of work remained for it to become the kind of target that would worry the Australians.If you asked the Australians this morning which South African batsman would annoy them most today, they might have said Faf du Plessis, or Quinton de Kock, or Hashim Amla, or JP Duminy. Perhaps even Dean Elgar or Temba Bavuma, who have shown form in this series. If they were listening to the TV commentary, they may even have said Kevin Pietersen. As for Stephen Cook, nothing in the past month suggested he would be even a minor irritant.But it was Cook who did most to hold the Australians off, and by the close of play he was on 81 and Quinton de Kock was yet to score, with the total sitting at 6 for 194. Cook entered this Test with tour scores of 5, 12, 0, 0, 12, 23 and 11 – and remember that four of those scores came against sub first-class opposition in warm-up games. The only South African who had played both Tests and scored less runs than Cook this series was Kagiso Rabada.However, in the first innings Cook found a way to grind out 40, and in the second he managed his first fifty of the trip. It was not easy, nor pretty. At times it was downright ugly, and the Adelaideans who chose to spend their Saturday night in the cold, watching Cook bat, might have wondered at the wisdom of their choice. And yet it was gripping Test cricket; Australia’s attack were baying, yet being kept at bay by a batsman who had so recently been all at sea.Cook knows a thing or two about patience – he owns the fifth-longest first-class innings of all time, an 838-minute effort that brought him 390 runs in 648 balls. Here, he worked many of his runs through the leg side when Australia’s bowlers got too straight. Only two of his seven boundaries came through the off side – and both of those were edges through a gap in the cordon. All that mattered to South Africa was that he was still there.Wickets fell around him. In the first over of the innings, Elgar edged Starc to slip and was caught for a third-ball duck. Amla, put down on 13 when wicketkeeper Matthew Wade and first slip Matt Renshaw both failed to move quickly enough to claim an edge off Starc, was eventually caught behind off Hazlewood for 45. It meant that in every innings of the series, Amla had fallen to the bowling of Hazlewood.JP Duminy fell to an uncharacteristically poor shot when he played across the line trying to work Lyon to leg, and was bowled for 26 from 70 balls. Starc, who sent down some searing bouncers and seemed to be back at his best, had du Plessis snapped up sharply by Peter Handscomb at gully for 12.Temba Bavuma, who had valiantly and repeatedly tried to hook Starc, eventually fell to the spin of Lyon for 21 when he top-edged a sweep and was caught by Smith, running behind the wicketkeeper from slip. And Lyon claimed his third when nightwatchman Kyle Abbott played back and was lbw for a five-ball duck, narrowly failing to do his job of keeping de Kock safely inside for the evening.The day had begun with Australia on 6 for 307, and they added 76 to their overnight score for the loss of their final four wickets. Usman Khawaja, who had been batting since the first evening, was lbw to Vernon Philander for 145, his 308-ball innings the longest by an Australian opener in a home Test since Justin Langer made a double-century at Adelaide Oval in 2004.But even after Khawaja departed, the Australia tail provided some frustrations for du Plessis and his men. Starc struck five fours and one six on his way to 53, which was the seventh half-century of his Test career, before he prodded a return catch back to Rabada, who finished with 3 for 84.The debutant left-arm wrist-spinner Tabraiz Shamsi endured a long wait for his maiden Test wicket but finally achieved the feat in his 27th over when he had Lyon caught top-edging a sweep for 13. Hazlewood finished unbeaten on 11 when the final wicket fell, Bird caught at slip off Rabada for 6.It meant Australia had been dismissed for 383, their highest Test total since the tour of New Zealand in February, and held a first-innings lead of 124. And despite the fight of Cook later in the day, Australia went to stumps with a good chance of avoiding being on the wrong end of a historic home whitewash.
The ECB has overhauled its central contract system to give greater support to its growing list of white-ball specialists
ESPNcricinfo staff29-Sep-2016The ECB has overhauled its central contract system to give greater support to its growing list of white-ball specialists, with the list of contracted players for the year 2016-17 split into two pools for Test and limited-overs cricket.With the twin objectives of the 2017 Champions Trophy and the 2019 World Cup looming on the horizon, and bearing in mind the vastly improved performances from England’s limited-overs players, who reached the final of the World T20 in India earlier this year, the ECB has set about elevating the standing of the shorter forms of the game.England central contracts 2016-17
Test contracts Moeen Ali (Worcestershire), James Anderson (Lancashire), Jonny Bairstow (Yorkshire), Stuart Broad (Nottinghamshire), Alastair Cook (Essex), Steven Finn (Middlesex), Joe Root (Yorkshire), Ben Stokes (Durham), Chris Woakes (Warwickshire), Mark Wood (Durham) White-ball contracts Moeen Ali (Worcestershire), Jos Buttler (Lancashire), Alex Hales (Nottinghamshire), Eoin Morgan (Middlesex), Liam Plunkett (Yorkshire), Joe Root (Yorkshire), Jason Roy (Surrey), Adil Rashid (Yorkshire), Ben Stokes (Durham), Chris Woakes (Warwickshire), David Willey (Yorkshire) Increment Contract Gary Ballance (Yorkshire)
The new list of contracted players for the 12 months from October 1 includes 10 names on the list of Test contracts, and 11 for limited-overs cricket, including four players – the batsman, Joe Root, and the allrounders Ben Stokes, Chris Woakes and Moeen Ali – who feature in both.Under the new structure, players in all formats will receive a ‘ranking’ based on their performances on the pitch, as well as a number of other factors, including off-field contribution, fielding and fitness. Those rankings will then correlate with the players’ level of remuneration.In addition to central contracts, selectors can award a limited number of increment contracts, based on the regularity of appearances from players outside of the contracted lists. At present, Yorkshire’s Gary Ballance is the only recipient of such a deal for the next 12 months.”We believe the restructure of the central contract system will recognise the increased focus of the shorter format and the importance that we place on this as we continue our progress towards hosting the 2019 World Cup,” the director of England cricket, Andrew Strauss, said.”It is undeniable that the introduction of central contracts in 2002 has greatly benefited the fortunes of the England Test team. During this period the team has consistently performed well against the other Test nations around the world. We hope that continues over the next few years.”The international game is evolving rapidly, and we have to keep pace with developments on the field. Our game-wide strategy sets out the objective of creating balance between the formats, and this is reflected by the restructure of central contracts. Ultimately, we are fully committed to developing world-class players in both red- and white-ball cricket to aid the goal of becoming the world’s number one team.”In addition to Woakes, who has been rewarded for a breakthrough season in Test cricket, the other notable inclusion in the list of Test players is Jonny Bairstow, who established himself as England’s first-choice wicketkeeper with 753 runs in the course of England’s home series against Sri Lanka and Pakistan, at an average of 75.30.Ian Bell, who was dropped from England’s Test team ahead of last winter’s tour of South Africa, slips off the list, while Eoin Morgan and Jos Buttler, who were both centrally contracted under the old format in 2015-16, are now included in the white-ball list only. While players on the Test list are paid solely by the ECB, those on limited-overs deals will receive a supplement on top of their county contract.
Fabrizio Romano has said that Liverpool have made an “important” offer to Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Alexis Mac Allister.
What’s the latest Liverpool transfer news on Mac Allister?
Jurgen Klopp and FSG appear to be making a head start on their summer transfer plans, with Romano previously stating that the manager will play a big role in off-field decisions.
Midfield additions appear to be high up on the club’s transfer agenda, with the likes of Chelsea’s Mason Mount and Bayern Munich’s Ryan Gravenberch linked with moves to Anfield.
There has also been plenty of speculation regarding Mac Allister, with reports previously stating that the Reds are holding back the No.10 shirt for the World Cup winner. There has now been a further update, with those on Merseyside holding talks with the 24-year-old.
Speaking to GiveMeSport regarding Liverpool and Mac Allister, Romano said that the Reds have made an “important” contract offer to the midfielder, presenting their project during transfer conversations.
“They have a chance for sure. They had conversations with Mac Allister. It was a concrete conversation, they offered an important contract. They discussed about the project so they presented their project to Mac Allister.”
Mac Allister is primarily a central midfielder who can also play as an attacking or defensive midfielder so should provide plenty of versatility at Anfield, should he make the move north. The Argentine has enjoyed a brilliant season with club and country, winning the World Cup last year and playing a key role in the Seagulls’ push for European football.
As a result, he has recently been hailed by Paul Ince as an "all-round player", with his Transfermarkt valuation rocketing from €16m to a career-high €42m.
As per WhoScored, Mac Allister has been Brighton’s second-best performer with an average match rating of 7.08/10 in the Premier League. That rating is better than any Liverpool midfielder, with only Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold recording better scores. Mac Allister is Brighton’s top scorer and also ranks highly for tackles made per 90, showing why Ince recently hailed him as an all-round midfielder.
It looks as if a deal will be one to keep an eye on over the coming weeks, however, with the player wanting Champions League football next season and Manchester United also keen, the Reds may find a transfer complex, should they finish outside the top four to their rivals.
With Manchester United somewhat stumbling their way to a potential top-four finish, the club's lack of goals has become a particular issue in recent weeks, with Erik ten Hag's side having now scored just three times in their last four Premier League games.
Those attacking woes have been a theme of the entire campaign, in truth, with Anthony Martial having been plagued by injury, while January arrival Wout Weghorst has netted just twice in all competitions since his loan move from Burnley.
Such shortcomings have unsurprisingly sparked suggestions that United will be targeting a new centre-forward in the summer transfer window, with Tottenham Hotspur talisman Harry Kane – who has just a year left on existing deal – seemingly a leading target.
For all the obvious benefits of landing a player who is the leading scorer for both Spurs and for his country, the England skipper – who boasts a haul of 27 league goals this season – certainly won't come cheap despite his expiring contract, with an asking price of around £100m having been mooted.
The prolific marksman is a player of proven Premier League quality as he is now the second-highest scorer in the competition's history, although with his 30th birthday on the horizon, the question is just 'how long' will the reliable asset be able to remain at his best – as per Manchester Evening News journalist, Tyrone Marshall.
With a more long-term, attacking alternative perhaps needed, there have been recent claims made in Belgium that Ten Hag and co are scouting Gent sensation, Gift Orban, with the 20-year-old having been in rampant form for the Pro League side of late.
Who is Gift Orban?
The promising Nigerian – who is valued at £44m by his manager – would likely prove a far cheaper option to that of Kane, with that potentially set to come into consideration for the Red Devils amid concerns over Financial Fair Play regulations.
Not that young Orban would merely be just a more affordable option, as the red-hot ace has proven himself to be a truly clinical presence in front of goal in his own right, having been hailed as a "goal poacher" and a player with a "killer instinct" by talent scout Jacek Kulig.
Gent's Gift Orban
Much like Kane, the 5 foot 10 gem looks like someone who was simply "born to score" – according to Kulig – having scored 19 goals in just 19 games so far this season, after previously bagging 19 goals and seven assists in 24 games for former club Stabaek in Norway.
One notable advantage that Orban would have over the Tottenham man – as well his potential price tag and youth – is his dynamic quality in attack, having also been praised for his "electric pace and acceleration" by Kulig, as well as his ability to offer a devastating "counter-attacking threat".
As the aforementioned Marshall stated, Kane has begun to 'drop deeper from goal' in recent years, although that is perhaps 'not what United need', with an out and out number nine, such as the Nigerian, potentially set to prove a better fit.
Of course, it would be a gamble to put faith in the emerging superstar at the Theatre of Dreams – while in an ideal world Ten Hag could maybe bring in both Kane and Orban – although it is easy to see just why the Gent ace is drawing admiring glances from the Carabao Cup winners.
Journalist Dean Jones has revealed that Liverpool transfer target Alexis Mac Allister is not "pushing for a transfer" behind the scenes yet.
What's the latest Liverpool transfer news?
The Brighton midfielder seems to be catching the eye of plenty of top Premier League clubs as the summer window approaches and a move looks likely for the World Cup winner.
After all, as well as the Reds, Manchester United and Chelsea have also been linked with Mac Allister over the past month or so.
Despite all these rumours, however, the Seagulls seem to be insisting that nothing is set in stone just yet. Indeed, journalist Andy Naylor recently revealed on Twitter: "Ignore the noise/reports re: Mac Allister and Liverpool. As things stand, there has been no contact between the clubs….and Brighton aren't expecting any."
And if the latest claims from Jones are accurate, it sounds as though the player is pretty calm about the situation right now and hasn't started rocking the Brighton boat just yet.
Indeed, while talking on the Chasing Green Arrows podcast, the insider explained (40:22): “Mac Allister is such a nice guy and he's not rocking the dressing room or anything like that, it's not like he's pushing for a transfer, things will happen themselves for him.
"Brighton, obviously like there's been new stories over the last 24 hours about the fact that there's no contact here. Brighton are not expecting anything right now.
“Look, they said pretty much the same thing about [Marc] Cucurella and like 24,48 hours later he was gone.
"No, there's no actual direct contact at this moment between the clubs. But Liverpool do like Mac Allister, there's intermediaries that are aware of all this and stuff is going on.”
Will Mac Allister join Liverpool?
Jones certainly makes a fair point about Marc Cucurella and his move to Chelsea. After all, on August 3 the club denied talk that a deal was complete, but the left-back was at Stamford Bridge just three days later having completed a £60m+ transfer.
With that in mind, things can change so quickly in football and there's no reason for Liverpool fans to panic just yet.
In fact, Mac Allister’s uncle Patricio Mac Allister, has even gone on the record explaining that talks won't be made until the Premier League season ends.
Brighton midfielder Alexis Mac Allister.
Indeed, he told Lorenzo Lepore (via Brighton Bubble): “We won't talk to other clubs until the end of the season, that's our position. He wants to reach Europe with Brighton and then he'll evaluate the best option for him.”
And so, it seems this deal has a little while to go before being sorted just yet but Liverpool might appreciate the fact that the £50k-p/w Brighton midfielder isn't sullying his reputation by pushing for a move at this moment in time.
Tottenham are one of the Premier League sides 'ready to swoop' for Fulham star Joao Palhinha with an offer being lined up, according to reports.
What's the latest Spurs transfer news?
The hot topic dominating Spurs right now is who could replace Antonio Conte, with chairman Daniel Levy reliably believed to be on the search for his next manager.
Julian Nagelsmann, Luis Enrique, Arne Slot, Vincent Kompany and Ange Postecoglou have been mentioned as potential candidates this week alone. Levy, after the departure of former sporting director Fabio Paratici, is tasked with head-hunting Tottenham's contenders.
His next move will be absolutely crucial in that regard, especially with the mood around Spurs appearing very bleak right now. Indeed, their latest 6-1 humiliation at the hands of top four rivals Newcastle United has put a serious dent in Tottenham's hopes of Champions League qualification.
Amid this saga, the north Londoners are apparently working on transfer targets for the summer, even despite their lack of a first team coach right now. The likes of James Maddison, for instance, have been heavily linked with joining Spurs – and reports suggest they're in pole position to sign the Leicester City star.
Fulham midfielder Joao Palhinha.
As per Football Insider, it appears Palhinha of Fulham is another player seriously attracting the club's interest. According to their information, Spurs, and by extension Levy, are lining up an offer to sign the Portugal international.
They're apparently one of the top flight sides 'ready to swoop' for Palhinha amid his brilliant season at Fulham, with Chelsea and Man United also gearing up to launch moves. He is described as one of the Premier League's 'standout' performers and Fulham are aware of growing interest in their star.
Palhinha is described as an ever-present in Fulham's starting line up – having only missed games through suspensions and accumulations of yellow cards.
What could bring Palhinha to Spurs?
The midfielder has been a star in west London, ranking among Silva's best-performers overall and in their top three (WhoScored).
Indeed, Palhinha has been a rock in the centre of Fulham's midfield – averaging more tackles per 90 than any player in their squad – all while contributing three goals and the Whites' fourth-highest rate of shots at goal (WhoScored).
Called 'absolutely sensational' for his form this season, Palhinha is also the best in the Premier League for tackles – with no other player in the division averaging a higher rate than the 27-year-old.
Tottenham Hotspur have ‘another talented’ unseen youngster in their ranks as members of the media heap praise on Jamie Donley.
The Lowdown: Spurs academy line…
In the last few years, Spurs’ N17 academy has produced gem after gem with the likes of Oliver Skipp and Dane Scarlett drawing praise in particular.
The former has been called a ‘future Spurs captain’ and the latter was handed his debut by ex-Spurs head coach Jose Mourinho – who likened the player to Marcus Rashford.
Elsewhere, the likes of Japhet Tanganga and Troy Parrott have turned heads at various points.
In recent weeks, the north Londoners have been rewarding their best and brightest with fresh terms – including promising young shot-stopper Alfie Whiteman.
The likes of Mikey Moore and Donley, who are yet to make first team appearances, remain unseen as far as Antonio Conte is concerned but the media are convinced Tottenham have a real gem in the latter man.
The Latest: Media praise Donley…
After Spurs rewarded the 18-year-old with a new deal, members of the media heaped praise on Donley, claiming he is a real one to watch.
They explained:
“Can either play as a forward or a number 10 type. Has excellent movement, ability to pick a pass and read the game and fantastic finishing ability.” – Spurs pundit John Wenham, via his Lilywhite Rose account.
“Another talented forward off the N17 production line… Donley has been a key part of the U18s and U21s this season.” – George Session, PA Media.
“There’s that new three-and-a-half year Spurs contract for Jamie Donley, with an option for another year. He’s got plenty of potential.” – Alasdair Gold, football.london.
The Verdict: Exciting player…
The England Under-18 international has been seriously impressing at youth level for Spurs.
As per Transfermarkt, Donley racked up a pretty incredible 16 goals and six assists in 18 appearances for the Under-18s last season.
The teenage talent has continued that form into 2022/2023, scoring three goals and assisting three others in five Premier League Under-18 appearances this term.
That form resulted in a promotion to Tottenham’s Under-21s, where he has 14 appearances under his belt this campaign.
Indeed, going by the numbers, he could well be one to watch in the next few seasons.
Sky Sports have shared a new name in the frame to replace Antonio Conte as Tottenham shortlist Fulham boss Marco Silva.
The Lowdown: Conte exit looms?
The Italian looks set to leave at the end of this Premier League season with reports suggesting Spurs are not eager to negotiate an extension.
They do have the option to prolong his stay by an additional 12 months, but according to recent claims, there is currently zero appetite for that either.
Many managerial candidates have been mentioned in the last week, including former fan favourite Mauricio Pochettino and other big names like Luis Enrique.
The Latest: Spurs eye Silva…
As per Sky Sports (via Football Daily), ‘it’s understood’ that Whites boss Silva is on their list of managerial candidates with the former Hull City head coach now ‘in the equation’ to succeed Conte.
This comes amid mounting pressure to re-appoint Pochettino, and while the north Londoners will consider their ex-boss, there are also other targets on the agenda.
Called ‘magic’ by members of the media for his work at Craven Cottage, it’s quite safe to suggest that Silva could be a silent contender for manager of the season.
Fulham are currently contending for Europe after earning promotion back to the top flight last campaign, putting past failed Premier League seasons behind them.
They’ve won an impressive 11 games this season whilst boasting a better defensive record than the likes of Man United and, of course, Spurs.
Losing just once in their last five, Fulham are in brilliant form, leaving little surprise Silva has turned heads in north London.
As well as this, beyond his work in west London, Silva also has experience winning silverware – having clinched a Greek Super League title with Olympiacos in 2016.