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Gareth Bale: Wales in ‘great position’ for Euro 2020 last 16
Captain Gareth Bale said Wednesday’s win over Turkey in Baku puts Wales in a “great position” to reach the Euro 2020 last 16. Aaron Ramsey and Connor Roberts scored to send Wales top of Group A on four points before Italy host Switzerland later on. “The victory puts us in a great position,” Bale told the BBC. “If you’d have offered us four points at the start we would’ve bitten your hand off,” he added. A hostile crowd whistled every touch from Bale and his team-mate with the locals supporting the Crescent Stars due to historical links between Turkey and Azerbaijan. “It helped, playing in front of no fans it’s difficult to get the adrenaline going,” Bale said. “The fans were fantastic, I know most of them were Turkish but the Wales fans were incredible. “We want to thanks the fans at home ...
Euro 2020: We’re prepared to face Switzerland, Italy, Turkey – Gareth Bale
Wales captain Gareth Bale says he’s optimistic the team will qualify to the knockout stages of Euro 2020 despite been pitted alongside Italy, Turkey and Switzerland. Wales are expected to kick-off their campaign against Switzerland on Saturday and Bale in a pre-match press conference stated that they are well-prepared for the tournament. Bale is one of eight survivors from the Wales squad that reached the last four in France when Chris Coleman was in charge, and the Real Madrid star is looking no further than the crunch first game against the Swiss. “I think it’s similar,” said Bale when asked at his pre-match press conference about Wales’ expectations heading into Euro 2020 compared to last time out. “Coming on the back of 2016 people will argue that maybe we should be doing things, but w...
Antonio Conte unconvinced by Tottenham project
Antonio Conte has major doubts about becoming Tottenham’s next head coach and is inclined to turn them down, according to Sky Italy. Spurs have been in talks with the former Chelsea boss, who left Inter Milan after winning Serie A last month. But after considering the role for several days, Conte remains unconvinced Spurs are a team ready to win trophies immediately. The Italian has won five league titles in the last decade and is looking for another ‘winning project’. He is trying to understand if it is possible to bridge the gap with the top four or five Premier League teams in a short period of time – with Spurs having finished 24 points behind champions Manchester City. It is understood Spurs would not pressure him to win trophies. If the parties fail to strike a deal, Conte could also...
Abuja residents: Why we buy ‘second hand’ clothes
Some residents of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) in Bwari Area Council say they patronise the clothes not only because of its affordability but also for the upgraded standard. The buyers spoke in separate interviews with newsmen at the Dutse-Alhaji market on Sunday in Abuja. The buyers were seen patronising the items from their dealers in the market, which was known for the cheap sale of second hand clothing in the district. Ada Micheal, one of the buyers, told newsmen that when it came to especially shoes, school or women bags, she preferred the second hand ones because they were almost new and last longer. ” Not all of these items you see here are fairly used; most of them are new or almost new. ” Some even come with tags from probably the stores they were initially hung for sale or...
Report: Jose Mourinho has lost faith in his summer signing
Gareth Bale returned to Tottenham Hotspur on a loan deal earlier this summer but the Welshman has failed to live up to the expectations so far. The 31-year-old has made eleven appearances for the London side in all competitions and he has scored three goals. Spurs fans would have expected a lot more from the winger when their club decided to sign him on loan with the option to make the move permanent. The player has had knee problems and calf problems since his move and Spanish publication Sport are reporting that Tottenham are now unwilling to activate the purchase option for Bale. Apparently, Jose Mourinho has lost confidence in the player and he will return to Madrid once his loan deal is over. It seems that the Spanish giants will be stuck with the Welshman until his contract expires i...
Gareth Bale scores 200th career goal
Tottenham and Wales forward Gareth Bale scored his 200th career goal as he equalised for Spurs against LASK in the Europa League. Gareth Bale scored his 200th career goal on Thursday after he netted for Tottenham in their Europa League clash with LASK. Wales international Bale had been stuck on 199 goals for club and country since he scored for Spurs in their 2-1 Premier League win over Brighton at the start of November. He went close to reaching the milestone during Tottenham’s 4-0 win over Ludogorets in the Europa League on November 26, but hit his 200th goal in Spurs’ next European outing. Bale’s landmark strike – his first away goal for Spurs in Europe since he scored a hat-trick at the San Siro against Inter in 2010 – came from the penalty spot, Bale restoring parity after Peter Micho...
Gary Lineker shares his five-word reaction to the signing of Gareth Bale
Tottenham have confirmed the signing of Gareth Bale on a season long loan from Real Madrid. The 31 year old winger had fallen out of favour at Santiago Bernabeu and he will be hoping to regain his match fitness and confidence with regular first team football at the London club. Gareth Bale played some of his best football in the Premier League with Tottenham and he will be delighted to have returned to his comfort zone. The 31 year old is adored by the fans at Totton ham I’m playing in front of them could give him the morale boost he needs right now. The Real Madrid winger he’s a world class player on his day and he could elevate Tottenham to a whole new level if he manages to regain his form. The London club will be hoping to get back into the top four and secure Champions League football...
Fabrizio Romano: Tottenham target is flying to London for his medical tomorrow
Tottenham are all set to finalise the loan signing of Gareth Bale. According to the reliable Fabrizio Romano, the player will fly to London tomorrow for his medical and he will join the club on a one-year deal. Jose Mourinho was keen on signing the Welsh international and it will be interesting to see if he can make an immediate impact at the London club. The 31-year-old needed to leave Real Madrid in order to play regularly and a move back to Spurs could be ideal for him. He is loved by the Tottenham fans and he could regain his form and confidence playing in front of them this season. Bale is a world-class player on his day and he could help Spurs get back into the top four. Jose Mourinho needed to add more quality to his attack and the signing of Bale could prove to be a masterstroke. R...
‘Things could move very quickly’ – Agent delivers exciting update on potential Spurs signing
Real Madrid winger Gareth Bale has been linked with a return to Tottenham this summer and it will be interesting to see the Premier League side can get the deal over the line in the coming weeks. The 31-year-old has fallen out of favour at the Spanish club and he needs to leave in order to play regular first-team football. Jonathan Barnett to @AFP on Bale to Spurs this morning: “It’s close but not done. It’s a complicated deal.” Madrid still pushing for a permanent. No problems, clubs negotiating. — Tom Allnutt (@TomAllnuttAFP) September 16, 2020 Apparently Tottenham are looking to bring the winger back to the club on a loan deal and the player’s agent Jonathan Barnett has now confirmed that the transfer is close to completion. However, his agent has maintained that...
‘Come on Levy’, ‘So unreal’ – Some Spurs fans react as the club closes in on 85-cap Int’l
Tottenham have apparently agreed on a loan deal for Gareth Bale. The 31-year-old has fallen out of favour at Real Madrid and he has been heavily linked with a move back to the Premier League. It seems that Spurs are closing in on his signing this summer. According to Daily Record, the London club have secured an agreement with Real Madrid for the player. Bale needs a move in order to resurrect his career and a return to his former club could do wonders to his confidence. He is adored at Tottenham and it could help him regain his form and sharpness. Also, the 85-cap Welsh international is likely to play every week at Spurs and that will certainly help. Jose Mourinho needs to add goals, pace and flair to his side and Bale would be a tremendous upgrade on the likes of Erik Lamela. It will be ...
Former Tottenham star has urged the club to sign 83-cap int’l this summer
Former Tottenham star Cliff Jones has urged the club to sign Gareth Bale this summer. The 83-cap Welsh international winger has fallen out of favour at the Spanish club and he will need to leave in order to play regular first-team football. Come on @SpursOfficial get @GarethBale11 on a season loan, would suit all concerned. #COYS — Cliff Jones (@Cliff_Jones11) September 2, 2020 It will be interesting to see if Real Madrid decide to cash in on Gareth Bale in the coming weeks. It seems that the player is keen on a move away from Santiago Bernabeu but Real Madrid blocked his exit last season and his future will depend on what they decide. Bale played his best football at Tottenham and a return to England would be ideal for his career right now. He’s a world-class player when on form and ...
Report: Tottenham plotting ambitious move for 83-cap Int’l this summer
Report: Tottenham plotting ambitious move for 83-cap Int'l this summer – originally posted on Sportslens.com Tottenham are reportedly looking to bring Gareth Bale back to the club on a loan deal. As per Football Insider, the deal would see Real Madrid pay a significant portion of Bale’s wages. The player has fallen out of favour at the club and he is no longer in Zidane’s first-team plans. A move back to Spurs, even on a loan deal, would be ideal for all parties. Bale needs to play in order to regain his form and sharpness and Real Madrid can get a certain percentage of his wages off their books. Also, Spurs need a game-changer in their side and Gareth Bale could be that option. If Bale manages to regain his form, he could be one of the best players in the league. Sp...
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