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Feliz com a vitória sobre o Paraná e a consequente classificação na Copa do Brasil, o técnico Roger Machado já faz planos para a utilização do meio-campo Valdívia. O comandante atleticano destaca que o camisa 20 pode jogar pelos lados, como costumava fazer no Inter, ou mais centralizado.

– Ele é um jogador de centro, caindo para a esquerda. Tem bom chute quando sai da beirada para dentro. Mas ele faz o outro lado também. Preciso dessa versatilidade para mudar uma estrutura sem queimar uma substituição. O que eu sei dele é suficiente para colocá-lo em sua posição confortável – comentou Roger Machado.

O treinador do Galo ainda enfatizou: Valdívia estará em São Paulo, no domingo, para o jogo com o Palmeiras, às 16h. Machado só não antecipou se o novo reforço atleticano estará entre os onze titulares ou como opção no banco de reservas. O meia-atacante já está regularizado no BID e pode ser que ganhe mais oportunidades a partir da segunda-feira, quando Otero e Cazares se apresentam às respectivas seleções.

– Quando ele se coloca à disposição para jogar em outra função, é um bem para o coletivo. É um baita de um reforço e ele estará à disposição no domingo, não sei se entre os 11 ou do meu lado – completou Roger.

O Atlético-MG é o 16° do Campeonato Brasileiro, com apenas dois pontos em três rodadas.

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West Bromwich Albion winger Robert Snodgrass appears to be edging closer to a return to first team football.

What’s the latest?

In recent comments cited by the Express & Star, Baggies manager Valerien Ismael revealed that the Scotland international was getting closer to a return to West Brom action following a lengthy spell on the sidelines due to a recurring back injury, with the Frenchman claiming that the 33-year-old is “hungry” to reclaim a spot in his starting XI.

It would appear as if Snodgrass was eager to send his manager a message during a recent appearance for Albion’s under-23 side, scoring two goals in their 3-2 victory over Burnley on Monday evening.

Ismael will be buzzing

The Championship fixture against Sheffield United on Wednesday may come slightly too soon for Snodgrass, but considering the Scot’s impressive performance for the under-23s, it would certainly not appear long before the winger is back in around the Baggies first team squad on a matchday.

With Ismael currently having no real natural options in the wide attacking areas of his side, the return of Snodgrass would certainly appear to be a huge boost for the Frenchman, who must be buzzing with the progress the 33-year-old is making.

Indeed, despite his advancing years, the former West Ham attacker proved during his last full season in east London that he had the ability to play an influential role in Albion’s hopeful promotion push this season.

Over his 24 Premier League appearances back in 2019/20, the £38k-per-week winger bagged five goals, provided five assists and created five big chances for his teammates, as well as taking 0.9 shots and making 1.4 key passes per game.

These metrics saw the £1.35m-rated winger earn an average SofaScore match rating of 6.94, ranking him as the club’s sixth-best player in the top flight for that season.

As such, a fully fit Snodgrass would very much appear to be an important player for a mid-table Premier League side, let alone one playing their football in the Championship, with his impending return undoubtedly delighting both Ismael and West Brom fans alike.

In other news: Ismael must unleash £23k-p/w West Brom “leader” vs Sheffield Utd, could be a game-changer

Clare Connor, the former England women’s captain, has been elected onto the Sussex board as a non-executive director.Connor, who played 16 Tests and 93 one-day internationals, led England to a 1-0 Ashes triumph back in 2005 and retired later that year.”It’s an honour to be asked to join the board and I feel it will dovetail nicely with my role at the ECB,” Connor said. “It’s an exciting time to be involved in cricket at this level of governance and as a born and bred Sussex girl, I’m obviously passionate about seeing the county be the best it can be.”Connor was appointed the ECB’s head of women’s cricket last October and, in addition, she brings her business experience – she was head of PR at Brighton College – to the new Sussex role.Sussex chief executive Gus Mackay said: “We are delighted that Clare has agreed to join the board and brings a wealth of experience with her.”More importantly she has played for Sussex and captained England to the Ashes victory in 2005 and her knowledge of cricket will be a major asset.”

نعى مجلس إدارة الاتحاد المصري لكرة السلة برئاسة الدكتور مجدي أبو فريخة، كريم قرقورة لاعب فريق كرة السلة بنادي هليوبلويس الذي وافته المنية اليوم الجمعة في كينيا.

وتواجد كريم قرقورة ضمن بعثة منتخب جامعة AUC المشارك في بطولة إفريقيا للجامعات المقامة في كينيا في الفترة الحالية.

ولفظ كريم قرقورة الشهير بكريم البحريني أنفاسه الأخيرة خلال الشوط الأول من المباراة التي خاضها اليوم الجمعة بعد أن سقط على أرض الملعب بشكل مفاجئ ولكن لم تشفع محاولات الجهاز الطبي لإنقاذه قبل أن يتم إعلان وفاته في المستشفى التي تم اصطحابه إليها فورًا.

ويقدم اتحاد السلة تعازيه إلى أسرة الرياضة وكرة السلة في وفاة اللاعب كريم قرقورة صاحب الـ23 عامًا ويؤكد على متابعته إجراءات عودة جثمانه إلى القاهرة في أسرع وقت.

طالع أيضا.. خاص | أول تعليق من اتحاد السلة بعد انضمام أنس أسامة لـ الاتحاد السكندري

ومن جانبه، كشف بيتر موانزو المسؤول الأمني عن منطقة كاساراني في كينيا التي استضافت بطولة إفريقيا لكرة السلة للجامعات عن اللحظات الأخيرة في وفاة اللاعب المصري كريم أبو قورة.

وقال موانزو في تصريحات صحفية: “سقط اللاعب صاحب الـ20 عامًا على ظهره خلال المباراة، المسعفون تحركوا بشكل سريع لمحاولة إنقاذه”.

وتابع: “المسعفون توجهوا باللاعب المصري إلى أقرب مستشفى من الملعب وبذل الأطباء قصارى جهدهم ولكن لسوء الحظ، توفى”.

مضيفًا أنه جاري التنسيق في الوقت الحالي مع مسئولي السفارة المصرية في كينيا لنقل الجثمان إلى القاهرة في وقت لاحق من يوم الجمعة.

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In the end, it was a comfortable victory for Nottinghamshire, beating Durham at home by 23 runs. Following a dashing fifty from Samit Patel, Durham were still in the match until their middle-order collapsed during a crucial spell of spin bowling from Robert Ferley.Nottinghamshire batted on winning the toss and immediately faced up to the bowling of Shaun Pollock. Pollock’s first ball was uncharacteristically down the leg side, and gave away four leg-byes. His opening spell was not successful but he returned, rather surprisingly, not long afterwards and quickly took the wicket of Will Jefferson, whom he yorked for 24. He also dismissed Adam Voges for 2, finishing with 2 for 23 off his four overs – the best figures by any of Durham’s bowlers. Albie Morkel and Neil Killeen also took a brace each; Durham’s policy of frequent bowling changes had mixed results on this occasion.Patel was the standout batsman for Nottinghamshire, as he has often been this season. He made a dynamic start, pulling Matt Claydon for six over midwicket, and continued to pull, drive and scuttle up and down the pitch with great energy in scoring 56 off 45 balls. He found a good partner in Chris Cairns, another recycled former Test player in this match, who hit two sixes in an over from Liam Plunkett to take him to 16 off seven balls. When he holed out at long-on for 37, he had faced just 22 balls with a four and three sixes.Mark Ealham had an interesting innings, a six off his first ball and bowled by his second. Nottinghamshire eventually totalled 166 for 6, which all in all probably made them slight favourites.When they took the field, they struck a major blow when Andre Adams had Michael Di Venuto caught behind off his first ball. They might have paid for two dropped catches offered by Phil Mustard – one, remarkably, by the normally infallible Chris Read – but the opener failed to take advantage, being bowled slogging across the line for 18.The only time Durham threatened the home side’s total was when Dale Benkenstein (34) and Will Smith (41) were together and attacking the bowling with vigour and skill. They added 49 for the fourth wicket before Benkenstein was caught in the deep – and that was where it all began to fall apart for Durham.The required run rate rose steadily, the strokes became more frenetic and the wickets began to fall. Durham did have a possible trump card in Morkel, but the South African, a renowned big hitter, never got going: he managed just five runs off 12 balls as Nottinghamshire never lost their grip.Their unexpected secret weapon was Ferley, the left-arm spinner who is not a team regular and was in fact playing his first match for a month. With simple accurate bowling he took what turned out to be the three most crucial wickets – those of Benkenstein, Smith and Morkel – in four overs for just 17 runs. His spell was the turning point of the match, and it is time he received due recognition for his greatly underestimated contribution.

Salman Butt and Younis Khan inspired a downcast bunch to brave the odds and hand Pakistan their first multi-nation title for more than five years

The Bulletin by Siddhartha Vaidyanathan14-Jun-2008
Scorecard and ball-by-ball details
How they were out

Salman Butt targeted the midwicket region with his slog-sweeps during his fifth ODI century against India © AFP
A familiar nemesis and a battle-scarred warhorse inspired a downcast bunch to brave the odds and hand Pakistan their first multi-nation title in more than five years. In front of their board chairman, who had lashed out after their previous loss, and their coach, who was criticised for his overly optimistic statements, Pakistan turned in an intense, yet controlled, performance to clinch the Kitply Cup and head home upbeat for the Asia Cup.In an era of slam-bang cricket, Pakistan reverted to a strategy straight out of the early 1990s: win the toss, bat, see off the new ball, keep wickets, accelerate and launch a big score. From 75 for 1 in the 20th over, on a pitch where the ball appeared to be stopping on the batsmen, they soared to 315. Salman Butt cracked his fifth hundred against India, and seventh overall, but it was Younis Khan’s pumped-up century that charmed – under the cosh after his two successive ducks, he chose the big stage for the comeback.India started well but came apart in the face of the middle-over onslaught. Eight bowlers were tried but Pakistan made the most of the lack of a fifth specialist, going after the part-time spinners even though the field was spread. Piyush Chawla came into this game on the back of a morale-boosting four-wicket haul against Pakistan but ended up having a harrowing time, finishing with the most expensive spell by an Indian spinner in an ODI.All wasn’t lost yet – India had chased down a similar total against Pakistan in Dhaka ten years ago – but there was no batsman, or partnership, to hold the innings together. A constantly mounting run-rate forced some poor shot selection and Yuvraj Singh’s wicket, just when he was settled enough to guide the chase, all but shut the door. And just when Mahendra Singh Dhoni raised visions of a robbery, Umar Gul produced a masterclass in death-over bowling to seal the deal. His two early wickets, earned with bouncers, were probably more important but it was the final two, nailed with yorker-length balls, that will stick in the mind. The yorker that crashed into the base of Chawla’s leg stump came with the effect of a hammer knocking in the final nail in the coffin.Vital contributions ensured India stayed in the fight but what India could have done with was a couple of batsmen with the innings-building capabilities of Butt and Younis. The pitch wasn’t conducive to strokeplay early and both bided their time through the Powerplays. Once set, there was little the bowlers could do and the blistering 240 Pakistan crashed in 30 overs made up for the lost time. This didn’t come about through wild bashing; rather it was because of a pair who understood the nuances of the one-day game and illustrated the value of pacing an innings.
After two successive ducks, Younis Khan came up with a special 99-ball 108 in the final © AFP
One needs to go back more than 25 years when a Pakistani second-wicket pair added more than 200 against India. The present duo couldn’t match the rate set by Mohsin Khan and Zaheer Abbas, who belted 205 in just 27 overs, but did enough to set a rock-solid platform.Younis raised his bat to the crowd twice: the first when he had a laugh at himself for getting off the mark, on the back of two successive ducks, and the second, a more emphatic celebration, when he brought up his century. It was truly a Younis special, the sort you expect from a batsmen who’s used to the backs-to-the-wall feeling. At no point was there a shortage of intent, whether he was drilling through the covers or pulling over midwicket or hustling between the stumps or even paddling fine.If Younis nudged and glided, Butt punched and slapped. He didn’t work on subtle glances and focused instead on forcing the ball through the gaps. He pulled out some of his signature strokes, like the slap through point and flick towards square leg, but the shot that defined this knock was the slog-sweep, whistling balls over midwicket. India, bizarrely, never plugged the gap – even after both batsmen peppered the midwicket boundary – and conceded 84 runs to the duo in that region.Yuvraj chose to play in a different sort of V – between midwicket and fine leg. He was intent on sweeping the spinners and the packed off-side field prompted him to try out the slog-sweep, the flick, the conventional sweep and the vertical back-drive. He survived a close lbw appeal and a Fawad Alam caught-and-bowled chance but couldn’t gauge the low bounce from Shahid Afridi, snicking to the wicketkeeper.Dhoni held the lower order together and, typically, he chose to rotate the strike as the tailenders went for their shots. Irfan Pathan struggled to get his timing right and both Praveen Kumar and Chawla had no clue against Gul. Dhoni’s two late sixes kept the flame flickering but, with nine wickets down and needing to go for broke, he holed out to deep point. He might have left it too late but the real damage was probably done much earlier in the evening.

Reliable reporter Alan Nixon fancies Crystal Palace to pip Leeds United in the race to sign Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher.

The Lowdown: Gallagher links

Both clubs have been linked with a loan move for the 21-year-old, with the Blues unwilling to sanction a permanent exit this summer.

They are open to sending Gallagher out on loan, though, after sending him out to Swansea City and West Brom in recent years.

Gallagher, who is still waiting for his Chelsea debut, made 21 appearances in Wales and 32 for the Baggies.

The Englishman spoke with Leeds a few weeks ago and has also been in contact with Patrick Vieira and Dougie Freedman on FaceTime over a possible move to Selhurst Park.

The Latest: Nixon’s claim

Nixon, who writes for The Sun, was asked who are the favourites to sign the central midfielder out of the Eagles and the Whites on Twitter.

This is what he had to say, admitting he ‘would fancy Palace’s chances’ – an interesting four-word admission.

“Palace have been in for him for some time … to be fair Leeds have too … but would fancy Palace chances.”

The Verdict: A shrewd addition

Should Palace pip Leeds to Gallagher, as Nixon believes could happen, it may turn out to be an excellent move.

He’s already got 30 games of Premier League experience under his belt and can play as a defensive, central or attacking midfielder.

Vieira has two defensive, central and attacking midfielders on the books at this moment in time, so bringing in Gallagher would provide a third option in each of those departments, adding depth in multiple areas with one shrewd swoop.

In other news: ‘We riot’, ‘Can’t let him go’ – Many Crystal Palace fans fume as exit news emerges.

Victor Orta could deliver another Raphinha-esque masterclass for Leeds United by signing West Brom star Matheus Pereira this summer.

What’s the story?

Reports in recent days and weeks have suggested that the Whites are interested in signing the Brazilian this summer, and it’s even been claimed that he could be available for as little as £15m.

And now, speaking exclusively to This is Futbol, David Norris has said: “If you’re scoring goals in a relegated team, when it’s hard enough to create chances, then you’re doing something right – £15m is nothing. We spoke about Leeds and their budget, but £15m for a player that scores goals in a struggling team makes sense.”

Another Raphinha masterclass from Orta

Having a sealed a deal for Raphinha for just £17m last year, it’s safe to say Orta played an absolute blinder for Leeds.

And in Pereira, Orta could do exactly that the same.

Hailed as a “genius” who “who has a technical ability that I have never seen before” by former Nurnberg coach Nate Weiss, Pereira enjoyed a superb campaign in the Premier League last season, netting 11 goals and provided a further six assists as he tried to rescue his Baggies side from relegation.

Former Leeds man Noel Whelan has already talked up the prospect of Pereira joining the likes of Raphinha at Elland Road previously, saying: “It is a mouth-watering prospect. We missed out on certain players last season, and this is a player that excites everybody. I would definitely take him all day long.

“He’s a fantastic player, he’s great on the ball, he can turn people inside out. Pereira’s another option we can use right across that front three and maybe in a number 10 role as well. He’s the right age and he’s the sort of player we should be looking at. Imagine, if you put him alongside Raphinha, Rodrigo, Harrison etc, that’s pretty formidable.”

In fact, Pereira’s average of two shots and 1.8 key passes per game in the Premier League last season was only a touch lower than Raphinha (2.2 and 2.1), while he was actually fouled significantly more times than his Brazilian counterpart (1.6 to one).

And, after a particularly fine performance earlier this year in the Premier League against Aston Villa, former England ace Jermain Jenas said of the 25-year-old: “He’s just silky. When he’s on it, he’s just got that lovely left-foot, (tucked) his penalty away, the delivery into the box for set-pieces was brilliant, and he wanted to showcase his skills.”

Given the relatively cheap price the Whites could get him for, Orta could deliver another transfer masterclass with Pereira just like he did with Raphinha last summer.

Meanwhile, Leeds have been handed a major Marcelo Bielsa boost…

Price tags today like Ben White’s are ridiculous, says former Leeds United midfielder Carlton Palmer.

Leeds are one club said to be interested in signing the Brighton defender this summer, but it is going to cost a lot of money to get him out of the Amex.

According to journalist Duncan Castles, the Whites will have to pay over £50m if they are to sign White, who spent the 2019/20 season on loan at Elland Road.

Arsenal are already said to have had a £40m bid turned down for the player, so it does indeed seem like Brighton are looking for the sort of money Castles has mentioned.

On White’s rumoured price tag, Palmer told FFC in an exclusive interview:

“All the price tags are ridiculous now. It’s supply and demand, you know, if somebody is willing to pay that, then that’s what you’ll get for the player. It’s not what the player’s valued at.

“No disrespect to the player. I think he had a fantastic season last season and he’s done really well, but clubs can actually pick a figure out because if they don’t want to sell you, they don’t have to sell you. And so they can pick a figure out and it’s whether that club’s prepared to go to that figure.

“There are very few players that go in the transfer market now that are actually worth the figure that the club’s paid. It’s all inflated prices.”

White certainly had a strong campaign. He averaged 1.7 interceptions per league game, which puts him only behind Yves Bissouma (1.8) in Brighton’s squad, as he thwarted attacks for his side (via WhoScored).

Paying £50m plus for the central defender, though, is questionable after one season in the top flight.

Burnley have offered Celtic target Thomas Robert a Turf Moor trial, according to The Daily Record.

The Lowdown: Robert’s Lennoxtown trial

The 20-year-old, son of former Newcastle ace Lauren, is currently contracted to League One side Airdrieonians.

Robert, who can play as a left or right-winger, has 12 months left on his contract and had a trial with the Hoops in recent months.

Airdrie boss Ian Murray confirmed Robert’s Lennoxtown stint back in March, claiming it was a successful time training with the Hoops.

It now seems as if Celtic have competition when it comes to signing the Frenchman, though, following The Daily Record’s recent report.

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The Latest: Burnley interest

The Daily Record claim that the Clarets scouted Robert last season and were left impressed.

Robert, who has scored four times and registered three assists for his current employers, is now set for a two-week trial with Sean Dyche’s side.

Various English clubs also watched the youngster during the previous campaign but his trial in Lancashire could lead to a permanent transfer.

The Verdict: Celtic’s off-field rebuild to cost them?

It seems as if the Hoops may have missed the boat when it comes to signing Robert.

Reports back in March suggested that Celtic wouldn’t make a decision on whether or not to sign Robert until a director of football and manager were in place.

As we know, they now have Ange Postecoglou in as manager but are still yet to bring in a DoF, with Martin O’Neill the latest man to be linked with the newly-created role.

O’Neill is thought to be keen on a Parkhead return as DoF, but it seems as if Celtic’s unfinished off-field rebuild could cost them when it comes to Robert.

In other news: Alan Nixon responds to Celtic’s interest in George Baldock with 6-word Twitter admission, find out more here.