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Elly De La Cruz's curiosity got the best of him during a Cincinnati Reds pitching change Monday night.

As Reds manager Terry Francona made the call to the bullpen during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals, De La Cruz grabbed Francona's glasses to try them on for size. Francona's eye prescription appeared to be so strong that it nearly blinded De La Cruz as he put the specs on his face.

Francona let out a big laugh as De La Cruz winced and immediately handed the frames back.

The first-year Reds manager and star shortstop have managed to have some fun throughout their first season together. In June, Francona said he found a good way to get under the star's skin, telling him he'd make a really good designated hitter. Francona also hilariously mimicked De La Cruz's home-run celebration after a win last month, although he didn't do it exactly right.

There's never a dull moment between the two.

The Reds fell to the Nationals Monday night 10-8. De La Cruz scored three runs after he walked three times. The third-year star is slashing .281/.357/.486 with 18 home runs, 65 RBIs and 25 stolen bases this year.

The New York Yankees placed outfielder Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list over the weekend with a flexor strain in his right elbow. Though Judge will have to miss some time, he did avoid a more serious injury or any damage to his ulnar collateral ligament, and his elbow will not require surgery.

"I think we in the big picture dodged something pretty good," Yankees manager Aaron Boone told on Tuesday. "Hopefully this little bit of downtime does the trick and also serves as a little bit of a physical reset for him in a long season where you're playing every day."

Boone added that he thinks Judge will begin hitting off the tee on Tuesday or Wednesday, and will resume throwing 10-15 days after the injury. Boone remains unsure of how long it will take Judge to be ready to go in the outfield after he starts throwing again.

Per Bryan Hoch of , Boone said the "hope" is that Judge will play as the designated hitter when he's eligible to return from the IL on Aug. 5.

The Yankees have talked to designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton about playing outfield with Judge out and for depth down the stretch. Though Stanton is "eager" about the opportunity and will do some drills in the outfield this week, Boone is unsure if he will actually use Stanton in that role.

Manchester United’s poor form under Ruben Amorim has continued, with the Red Devils currently on a run of just one win in their last five matches.

However, Fabrizio Romano has recently confirmed the higher-ups at Old Trafford will continue backing the Portuguese manager and are not considering a change.

That could mean Amorim is once again backed in the January transfer window, as INEOS look to find players who are better suited to his infamous 3-4-2-1 system.

Indeed, they spent over £200m in the summer to sign a new-look attack and Senne Lammens as their new goalkeeper.

If recent reports are to be believed, United will be dipping back into the market in January.

United’s latest transfer target

There have already been several reports linking United to a new midfielder, a clear focus for them over the next two windows.

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Two of those are English duo Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton, although there could be a sizeable price tag for each Three Lions international.

Instead, the Red Devils have been linked with a more budget-friendly option. According to a report from Football Insider, Olympiacos midfielder Christos Mouzakitis is ‘definitely on the radar’ of the 13-time Premier League champions.

However, this is not going to be a straightforward deal for United to do. Mouzakitis is said to be wanted by ‘probably every big club in Europe right now,’ so it’ll be tough competition for Amorim’s side.

Real Madrid, for example, are one of the sides vying for his signature, although United are ready to ‘push’ the LaLiga outfit for his signature.

At a fee of just £30m, it represents great value, especially in January.

Why Mouzakitis would be a good signing

There is no doubt that 18-year-old Mouzakitis, who turns 19 on Christmas Day, is one of the most talented young midfielders in Europe.

That was recognised earlier this week when he won the 2025 Golden Boy fans’ choice award.

Indeed, it is clear to see why the Greek international, who already has seven caps for his country, is so highly rated. Despite being so young, he’s already played 52 times for Olympiacos, bagging two goals and assisting six in that time.

One of the real positives to Mouzakitis’ game is the fact that he is a versatile player. Whilst he has played most of his career as a number eight, the teenager has also operated in a deeper role for Olympiacos.

Como scout Ben Mattinson is someone who has been full of praise for the Athens-born midfielder. He even said Mouzakitis’ profile is “similar to Granit Xhaka,” suggesting he is a true controller in the middle of the park, just like the Swiss veteran.

Indeed, his underlying numbers perfectly highlight just how good he is in possession. For example, the 18-year-old 1.73 passes into the penalty area per 90 minutes.

That number ranks him in the top 6% of midfielders in Europe over the last 365 days.

Key passes

1.42

80th

Passes into penalty box

1.73

94th

Progressive passes

5.99

76th

Shot-creating actions

3.78

90th

Ball recoveries

5.83

86th

Of course, going into the next couple of windows, United would love to bring a player like Wharton to Old Trafford.

Described as “very calm, composed, and a joy to play with” by Eberechi Eze, he is one of the most sought-after midfielders in Europe.

However, his price tag could be a sticking point for United. The Eagles are said to want £100m for their prized midfield asset.

That would be a club-record deal for the Red Devils if they were to pay that fee.

Signing Mouzakitis, though, could be the dream alternative. Mattinson has previously said he would “compare him” to Wharton.

Like the Blackburn-born midfielder, he is a true controller in the middle of the park.

Not only are their profiles similar, but he’d also save United £70m, according to their reported price tags. That is a huge saving which could weigh into INEOS’ thinking, in a window where they need to spread their money out to sign a few players.

Signing Mouzakitis represents a deal for the present and future, saves them a fortune and helps them sign a needed profile in midfield. It certainly seems like a great option for United.

Cunha 2.0: INEOS to fast-track Man Utd bid for 'best winger in England'

Manchester United look set to make a huge move for one player in the upcoming January window.

ByEthan Lamb 6 days ago

The Dodgers were able to win their second straight World Series title on Saturday night by beating the Blue Jays 5-4 in a legendary Game 7 at the Rogers Centre.

Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who pitched six innings in Los Angeles' Game 6 win on Friday night, entered Game 7 with one out in the bottom of the ninth and then worked 2 2/3 scoreless innings to lead the Dodgers to their dramatic victory. He was named the World Series MVP for his heroic efforts, which also included a complete game gem in Game 2.

The righthander had a very subtle classy move in the bottom of the 11th inning that the Fox Sports cameras were able to pick up. Yamamoto was seen tipping his cap to Toronto's Vlad Guerrero Jr. as the slugger prepared to step into the batter's box with his team trailing by a run.

Here's how that played out:

That was such a great moment at such a pivotal moment of the game. Guerrero would go on to hit a double but then Yamamoto was able to close things out thanks to a double play that was brilliantly turned by Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts.

Yamamoto gave up just one hit and had one walk in his relief appearance. He finished his second season with the Dodgers with a 12-8 record and then really became a force in the postseason. Along with his complete game in the World Series, he also had a complete game win over the Brewers in the NLCS.

Fans loved that hat tip from Yamamoto:

تفاعلت صحف إنجلترا مع التصريحات النارية التي أدلى بها نجم فريق ليفربول، في ظل تهميشه المستمر من جانب المدير الفني آرني سلوت، وكان آخر ذلك في مباراة اليوم ضد ليدز يونايتد.

واستضاف ملعب “إيلاند رود” مباراة ليفربول وليدز يونايتد، في الجولة الخامسة عشر من بطولة الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز، موسم 2025/26.

وسقط ليفربول في فخ التعادل الإيجابي بثلاثة أهداف لمثلهم، أمام أنظار محمد صلاح، الذي ظل على دكة بدلاء الريدز طوال المباراة، حيث لم يدفع به المدرب آرني سلوت في التشكيل الأساسي للمرة الثالثة على التوالي.

وأدلى محمد صلاح بتصريحات هجومية عنيفة على ليفربول، منذ قليل، حيث يرى أن الأمر يبدو وكأن أحدهم يريد إخراجه من النادي وإلقاء كامل اللوم ضده (لمطالعة التفاصيل من هنا).

وقالت صحيفة “تليجراف” الإنجليزية: “كشف محمد صلاح بشكل مثير عن رغبته في مغادرة ليفربول بعد انهيار علاقته مع آرني سلوت، متهمًا النادي بالتخلي عنه هذا الموسم، لقد انقلب ثالث أعظم هدافي ليفربول على ناديه في مقابلة مثيرة للجدل بعد استبعاده من تشكيلة سلوت في آخر ثلاث مباريات، بما في ذلك التعادل 3-3 مع ليدز يونايتد الليلة”.

وأضافت: “وقال صلاح إنه يستطيع الآن توديع الجماهير في أنفيلد يوم السبت قبل التوجه إلى كأس الأمم الإفريقية في 15 ديسمبر، وهناك اهتمام من المملكة العربية السعودية بنقله إلى الشرق الأوسط، وقد أثار شكوكًا كبيرة حول مستقبله في أنفيلد خلال تصريحاته النارية”.

في حين قالت صحيفة “جارديان” الإنجليزية: “اتهم محمد صلاح نادي ليفربول بإلقاء اللوم عليه، بعد إبعاده عن التشكيلة الأساسية للمباراة الثالثة على التوالي حيث تعادل حامل اللقب مع ليدز، قائلاً إنه أصبح كبش فداء للبداية السيئة للموسم وألقى بظلال من الشك الشديد على مستقبله في النادي”.

أما صحيفة “إندبندنت” فقد قالت: “زعم محمد صلاح أن ليفربول تخلى عنه بزعمه أنه كبش فداء، وأكد اللاعب المصري، الذي فقد مكانه في تشكيلة ليفربول، أنه لم يعد على علاقة بالمدرب آرن سلوت، متهمًا النادي بالإخلال بوعوده له، وأثار الشكوك حول مستقبله بقوله إنه سيودع جماهير ليفربول في مباراة برايتون الأسبوع المقبل، وأنه غير متأكد مما سيحدث بعد كأس الأمم الإفريقية”.

واستكملت: “محمد صلاح الغاضب، الذي وقّع عقدًا مربحًا لمدة عامين في أبريل، يشعر أن ليفربول انقلب عليه، قائلاً إنه غير متأكد من سبب استبعاده في موقف وصفه بأنه غير مقبول بالنسبة له”.

من جهة أخرى، قالت صحيفة “ديلي ميل” الإنجليزية: “زعم محمد صلاح بشدة أنه لم تعد تربطه علاقة بمدرب ليفربول، آرني سلوت، مؤكدًا على أنه يبدو أن أحدهم لا يريده في النادي”، بعد بقائه على مقاعد البدلاء في تعادلهم 3-3 مع ليدز، وأدلى أسطورة ليفربول بهذا الحديث في تصريحات صادمة، حيث ألمح المصري إلى أنه كبش فداء وسط سلسلة نتائج ليفربول المتعثرة”.

وشددت: “كما نفى صلاح أن يكون مشكلة في الفريق، لكنه صرح قائلاً: “أحدهم يريد أن أتحمل كل اللوم”، كما اتهم صلاح ليفربول بالإخلال بالوعود التي قطعها له بعد توقيعه عقدًا جديدًا في أبريل، كما رد الجناح على جيمي كاراجر بعد انتقاداته الأخيرة، بعد أن دعا صلاح مؤخرًا إلى مواجهة الجماهير علنًا والتحدث عن معاناة النادي الأخيرة”.

أما صحيفة “ميرور” الإنجليزية، فقد قالت: “اتهم محمد صلاح ليفربول بشدة بالتخلي عنه، بعد أن أعلن النجم المصري أن علاقته مع المدرب آرن سلوت قد انهارت تمامًا، وألمح ثالث أفضل هداف في تاريخ النادي إلى أن مباراة برايتون الأسبوع المقبل على ملعب أنفيلد قد تكون آخر مباراة له مع الريدز، مع اقتراب سوق الانتقالات في يناير، وتقارير عن اهتمام أندية من الدوري السعودي للمحترفين بالتعاقد معه”.

كما قالت صحيفة “ديلي إكسبريس” الإنجليزية: “زعم محمد صلاح بشكل غير عادي أن ناديه ليفربول تخلى عنه، وألمح إلى إمكانية رحيله في يناير، موجهًا أصابع الاتهام بقوة إلى مدربه آرن سلوت، حيث جلس صلاح بديلاً دون مشاركة في مباراة ليفربول ضد ليدز يونايتد التي انتهت بالتعادل 3-3 مساء السبت، وهذه هي المرة الثانية في آخر ثلاث مباريات في الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز التي يجلس فيها على مقاعد البدلاء طوال المباراة، وهو الأمر الذي لم يتقبله صلاح بشكل جيد”.

The New York Yankees are mired in a prolonged skid and the losing ways are starting to put some serious stress on the team's quest to make the postseason. Aaron Boone's side had a golden opportunity to get a much-needed win Monday night in Texas against the Rangers go by the wayside after Devin Williams blew a save opportunity in the ninth, allowing a pinch-hit game-tying home run to Joc Pederson in the ninth inning. Jake Bird surrendered a game-winning blast to Josh Jung in extra innings to prolong the slide.

Every loss is tough when you're struggling and the regular season is rapidly shrinking in size but this one was particularly rough considering Pederson's lack of production this year. There's not much reason to fear a pinch hitter carrying a .126 batting average and .473 OPS to the dish with everything on the line.

Yankees announcers Ryan Ruocco and David Cone tried to convey how much Pederson, a two-time All Star, had fallen off. They also pointed out that his body looks a bit different than it did during his prime.

And a matter of seconds later the Rangers reserve delivered the biggest hit of the game.

Do the two events have anything to do with each other? A logical person would tell you they most certainly do not. But it does make for some compelling footage as a guy who didn't even know his body was being put up for regional discussion enacted some revenge.

After new coach Walter handed him a lifeline, Sodhi became the third men’s player to 150 T20I wickets and committed to keep playing for NZ

Deivarayan Muthu25-Jul-2025A fairly low-profile tri-series in Zimbabwe continues to bring a number of high moments for Ish Sodhi. In New Zealand’s opening game, he made his 200th international appearance and then he marked his 201st appearance by becoming the third player to 150 wickets in men’s T20Is after Tim Southee and Rashid Khan. Along the way, Sodhi, 32, bagged his career-best T20I figures of 4 for 12 against Zimbabwe in the lead-up to the final against South Africa.Sodhi is uncontracted – young legspinner Adithya Ashok pipped him and earned his maiden deal – but he certainly hasn’t gone unnoticed by new coach Rob Walter. In the final, Sodhi is set to tick off another landmark: New Zealand’s most capped T20I player. He’s currently level with Southee on 126 T20Is.Related

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A numbers man, Sodhi is savouring every high. “It’s really nice. I’m really proud of the achievement. To get 150 wickets in a format for your country, obviously you have to play for a long period of time to be able to do that. It’s something I’m really proud of and hopefully there’s a lot more on the bank.”On Thursday, Sodhi also took a moment to reflect on his early years. Born in India, Sodhi moved to Auckland with his parents when he was a child. After impressing Daniel Vettori during an Auckland playing trial he broke into the New Zealand squad when he was 20. He has since become a key player for New Zealand, especially in white-ball cricket.”It has been an incredible journey,” Sodhi said. “I think something came out of the other, I think I debuted in 2013. I think my first ODI was here in Harare. It’s nice to be here and still being able to perform for New Zealand. Hopefully it’s something I can still do for a time to come.”Contracted or not, Sodhi is eager to play for New Zealand and win games for them. Having been thrown a lifeline by Walter, Sodhi could form a potent partnership with captain Mitchell Santner and Michael Bracewell as New Zealand tune up for the 2026 T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka.”There’s always incentive to win games for your country, I like playing international cricket,” Sodhi said. “Growing up, it’s the only thing I ever wanted to do and I think it’s probably the same for all the guys that are in there now. International cricket is really special. You pop the fern on, certainly things you dreamed of in the backyard growing up playing. Any game for New Zealand, there’s always motivation out there to be playing your best.”ESPNcricinfo LtdThe 2024 T20 World Cup in the Caribbean was a forgettable one for Sodhi and New Zealand. In spin-friendly conditions, Sodhi sat out three of New Zealand’s four games, but in the lead-up to the next World Cup, he’s trying to reinvent himself. On Thursday, he fronted up to bowl in the powerplay – after Zimbabwe had run away to 21 for 0 – and claimed figures of 2-0-5-3 during this phase. Sodhi had also operated in the powerplay against South Africa in New Zealand’s series opener. This tri-series is the first time since 2021 that Sodhi has bowled in the powerplay in T20Is and it’s a role he relishes playing for the Black Caps.”It’s quite a new role for me and I haven’t bowled a lot in the powerplay in my career,” Sodhi said. “So, this is a really strong New Zealand side nowadays, so trying to get into the side and almost have to learn to be able to bowl in the powerplay. So, it’s really nice it could come off as it is relatively a new role. I’m trying to play for New Zealand and yeah to get some wickets was quite pleasing and it shows me I can do it at this level and yeah something I want to keep building.”Sodhi also delivered a glowing appraisal of Tim Seifert, who is currently the leading run-getter in the tri-series, with 166 runs in four innings at a strike rate of 145.61. Sodhi believes that Seifert has become a more versatile and dangerous batter after playing franchise T20 cricket around the world. In the lead-up to the tri-series, Seifert was part of Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the IPL and San Francisco Unicorns in the MLC, and his next franchise assignment is with CPL champions St Lucia Kings.”Yeah, look Seife is incredible,” Sodhi said. “I’ve sort of seen him come through when he was 18 years old playing cricket in all the districts he came through. A lot of talent, hit the ball really nice and cleanly. But I think the product of franchise cricket that’s made him such a good player is that he’s been able to play on surfaces that aren’t actually that great for batting.”If you look at that surface out there, it wasn’t the truest of surfaces but to score at the rate that he did shows great growth in his game. It shows that he’s rallied around a lot of great players all around the world in the franchise tournaments that he’s played and it’s making him a lot better player. It’s a huge asset for New Zealand cricket the way that he’s playing and he’s still so young.”The way he’s batting is showing a lot of leadership. He’s leading from the front and it’s great to see him being in my shoes having seen him come through when he was an 18, 19-year-old. It’s brilliant to see.”

كشف محمود صابر، لاعب وسط منتخب مصر وفريق زد المعار من صفوف بيراميدز، تفاصيل مفاوضات الأهلي والزمالك لضمه.

وقال محمود صابر في تصريحات عبر “أون سبورت”: “مفاوضات الأهلي والزمالك مجرد كلام، لكن لم يتواصل معي أحد بشكل مباشر، قد يكون هناك حديث مع النادي، ولكن لا توجد موافقة على رحيلي”.

وأوضح: “يتبقى في عقدي ثلاث سنوات مع بيراميدز، وما زلت لا أعرف هل سأعود الموسم المقبل بعد انتهاء إعارتي أم لا”.

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وأضاف: “حلمي الاحتراف، وأنا في سني الصغير الآن، ليس حلمي الانتقال للأهلي أو الزمالك، بل الاحتراف الخارجي وصلتني عروض من الخارج مرتين، لكن العروض لم تكن من أندية كبيرة، أريد فقط أن تكون العروض من دوريات معروفة، بالإضافة إلى أن الأموال التي عُرضت لم تكن كبيرة سواء لي أو للنادي”.

واختتم: “الاحتراف أول شيء لا تنظر فيه للأموال، اللاعب لا يحصل على أموال كثيرة كما يتخيل البعض، ولكنها تكون خطوة لما بعد ذلك، وبالتالي تُضحي بالأموال في البداية، وأتمنى أن أحترف في الدوري الإنجليزي”.

Liverpool are now battling Real Madrid for the signature of FC Bayern defender Dayot Upamecano, amid a new update on his future at the Allianz Arena.

The Reds finally managed to get one over on Madrid on Tuesday night, defeating the Spanish side 1-0 at Anfield in the Champions League, courtesy of Alexis Mac Allister’s second-half header, which was the Argentinian’s first goal of the season.

The result was extra sweet, given that it was the first time Trent Alexander-Arnold has returned to Anfield since controversially leaving in the summer, with Arne Slot bringing in Jeremie Frimpong as a replacement.

However, it would be fair to say Frimpong hasn’t made an immediate impact, having only been used sparingly by Slot even prior to his recent injury, which has ruled the right-back out of the last four matches in all competitions.

The manager was also keen to bring in a new centre-back in the summer, narrowly missing out on Marc Guehi on deadline day, given that Crystal Palace were unable to sign a replacement, but a potential alternative has now been identified.

Liverpool battling Real Madrid for Dayot Upamecano

Having gotten the better of Real Madrid on the pitch, Liverpool are now trying to one-up their European foes in the transfer market, with a report from Spain revealing the two clubs are battling it out for Upamecano, although there could be competition from elsewhere.

Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester United are also in the race for the defender, amid uncertainty surrounding his future at Bayern, as he is still yet to put pen to paper on a new contract to extend his stay at the German club beyond the end of the season.

Talks over a new deal have now stalled, which suggests the 27-year-old could be on the move in the summer, but Bayern would be unwilling to sanction a move during the January transfer window.

Slot is personally a fan of the centre-back, with the Dutchman of the belief he could adapt to life in the Premier League swiftly and stabilise his backline, and there are plenty of indications the Liverpool manager could be on the money.

Hailed as “outstanding” by Joshua Kimmich, the Bayern star is vastly experienced at the top level, having made 60 appearances in the Champions League and won 11 trophies, across what has been a very impressive career to date.

Despite the contract uncertainty, the Frenchman also remains a key player for Bayern Munich, most recently starting in the 2-1 victory against Paris Saint-Germain, making six clearances and winning four duels to keep the reigning European champions at bay.

That said, Liverpool haven’t always been successful when recruiting from the Bundesliga, with Florian Wirtz yet to adapt to life in the Premier League, failing to register a goal or an assist.

As such, it would be less risky to simply go back in for Guehi, who has already proven himself in the Premier League.

Upamecano and Guehi have been named among the world's best centre-backs The Best 15 Centre-Backs in World Football Ranked (2025)

Liverpool skipper Virgil van Dijk is one of the best defenders in the world.

ByCharlie Smith Nov 20, 2025

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Flamengo e Fluminense administram o Maracanã desde abril de 2019, com Termo de Permissão de Uso que foi renovado seguidamente. Apenas na última renovação e mediante cobrança do Tribunal de Contas do Estado do Rio de Janeiro (TCE_RJ), o Governo abriu para concorrentes. Nesta época, o Vasco, que reclamava participação na gestão, abriu mão do processo alegando favorecimento aos rivais cariocas no TPU, a sigla do termo de uso provisório do equipamento público.

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