Allrounder Heather Graham, who was a stand-by for the series, is unavailable following an illness
ESPNcricinfo staff15-Mar-2024Grace Harris has replaced Darcie Brown in Australia’s ODI squad for their tour of Bangladesh.Brown was ruled out because of a navicular stress injury in her left foot. A Cricket Australia statement said that an exact timeframe for Brown’s return will be determined in due course.Harris had previously been selected only for the T20Is but will now leave sooner. Her WPL stint with UP Warriorz has already ended after they failed to qualify for the playoffs. Australia have not brought in a replacement for Brown in the T20I squad.Related
Jonassen omitted for Bangladesh tour, Vlaeminck recalled
Harris doesn't want to be the big dog, just the best she can be
In another update, allrounder Heather Graham, who was a stand-by for the series, is now unavailable following an illness.Jess Jonassen had been omitted from Australia’s squad, which was announced last month, and Tayla Vlaeminck had earned a recall.Australia will play three ODIs and as many T20Is in their first ever tour of Bangladesh, starting March 21. The ODIs will be part of the Women’s Championship.Australia are currently at the top of the table with ten wins in 15 games and Bangladesh are placed seventh with four wins from 15 games.
Updated Australia squad for Bangladesh tour
Alyssa Healy (capt), Ash Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath, Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Tayla Vlaeminck
da cassino： Over the last few years, Manchester City have let plenty of academy players leave who could have made a real name for themselves in the first team. Two of those players have actually scored against them this season, and are a couple of the more prominent examples.
da betsul： The first was Morgan Rogers, now at Aston Villa. He has been sensational under Unai Emery in recent weeks, with one of his highlights a goal against Pep Guardiola’s side in December. He never got the chance to show what he could do in City’s first team.
Morgan Rogers
The other player is Brahim Diaz. The Real Madrid and Morocco international was on the scoresheet at the Etihad Stadium earlier in the season in the Champions League after impressing for Los Blancos over the past 18 months in particular.
However, perhaps the most famous example in recent seasons is Cole Palmer.
Cole Palmer's staggering rise since leaving Man City
There might never be a more frustrating sale in City’s recent history than that of Palmer. He joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023 for a fee of £42.5m, which has proven to be a bargain for the West Londoners.
Chelsea star Cole Palmer
Palmer has played 78 times for the club, scoring 39 times and grabbing 21 assists. One of those goals also came against City, in November 2023.
The England international scored a last-minute penalty to earn Chelsea a point, in a game that ended as an extraordinary 4-4 draw.
There is certainly an argument to be said that City never really gave Palmer the chances he deserved for his boyhood club.
He only played 41 times across four full seasons, and his 1,483 minutes for the club only equated to 16 full 90-minute games.
Although his form has been shaky of late – not scoring or assisting across his last ten matches – City must surely regret losing Palmer, who was a treble-winner with Guardiola’s side in 2022/23, his final season at the club. His overall impact at Chelsea has been second to none.
Manchester City's Cole Palmer celebrates scoring their first goal
Incredibly, there was arguably an even more talented player than the Wythenshawe-born superstar in his age group.
The Man City academy star who was ahead of Palmer
City can boast a lot of academy talent who have gone on to do great things in professional football, either in the famous Sky Blue shirt or elsewhere.
Sadly, things haven’t quite worked out yet for Ben Knight.
The versatile attacker enjoyed several years in City’s academy and was part of a group filled with “exceptional talents”, as football talent scout Jacek Kulig described their U23s side back in 2021.
The Cambridge-born attacker left City in the summer, joining Spanish outfit Real Murcia on a free transfer. However, after playing just five times, he has since left the club and is now available on a free contract.
Knight represented City across age-group sides for several seasons. He arguably played his best football for their U21s, where he scored ten times and grabbed eight assists in 46 games, showing his versatility as an attacker, too. The former City academy star played right across the forward line.
Knight for Man City U21s
Position
Games
Goals
Assists
Right-wing
14
6
3
Centre-forward
7
1
0
Attacking midfield
5
1
0
Left-wing
2
1
1
Stats from Transfermarkt
The attacker played 16 minutes for City’s first team, with his sole appearance coming against Leicester City in the Community Shield in 2021. That was also the final time he was involved in the same matchday squad as Palmer.
The City academy pair played 30 games together in total for City’s academy and England youth sides. Perhaps surprisingly, they never managed to combine for a goal, despite their threat in attack.
While they were in the same age group, it was actually Knight who made his U21s bow first, appearing as a 16-year-old in a Premier League 2 clash in September 2019. Palmer didn’t make his Premier League 2 debut until a year later, aged 17.
Unlike Palmer, things haven’t really worked out for Knight so far since leaving the Etihad Stadium. He has previously impressed on a loan spell with Crewe Alexandra – involved in four goals in ten games – and he will be hoping to reignite that form at his next club and get his career back on track.
Best signing since Haaland: Pep hit the jackpot on Man City's “elite" star
Manchester City have made their best signing since Haaland with this “elite talent”
Christian Pulisic’s agent has reportedly sounded out interest “in Italy and abroad” as the USMNT star stalls on signing a new contract at AC Milan.
Article continues below
Article continues below
Article continues below
American has been posting personal bests in ItalyRossoneri eager to agree fresh termsOptions being mulled over before summer windowFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The United States international is currently tied to terms at San Siro through to 2027. The Rossoneri are doing all they can to add a further 12 months to that deal, with Pulisic lined up for a much-deserved pay rise.
AdvertisementGettyTHE BIGGER PICTURE
He has become a talismanic figure for Milan, registering a career-best 17 goals and 12 assists this season, but is said to be mulling over his options after enduring a tough Serie A campaign that is destined to finish without European qualification being secured.
DID YOU KNOW?
There has been talk of Premier League teams casting admiring glances towards the ex- Chelsea forward, while heavyweight outfits in Italy have seen what Pulisic is capable of and would be willing to do a deal at the right price.
GettyWHAT AN INSIDER SAID
Matteo Moretto has told when offering an update on Pulisic’s situation: “He does not have a short contract, he expires in 2027 with an option for 2028, but Milan has been negotiating his renewal for several months now. The parties have arrived, I would not say at the contracts, but almost. They have reached a verbal agreement, they have discussed figures and numbers, contract adjustments and everything in terms of salary.
“Then at a certain point, Pulisic asked and took time because he wanted to understand Milan’s sporting project between the sporting director and the coach. He wants to have guarantees for the future.
“Pulisic’s agent is moving a lot, he proposed the boy both in Italy and abroad. But the player certainly has a contract with Milan, and in my opinion, once these ideas are clear, then we can also get to a contract extension. As of today, the renewal is on standby.”
He played 16 Test matches for Australia between 1966 and 1970
ESPNcricinfo staff22-Jul-2023Former Australia and New South Wales wicketkeeper Brian Taber has died at the age of 83.Taber, who played 16 Test matches for Australia between 1966 and 1970, passed away on Friday.He made his Test debut against South Africa in Johannesburg where he claimed seven catches and a stumping. He would go on to also face England, India and West Indies during his career.His highest Test score of 48 came against West Indies at Sydney in 1969 in a match Australia won by 382 runs.Taber was widely regarded as one of the best wicketkeepers to represent Australia and was renowned for his impeccable glovework and calm demeanour behind the stumps.In his domestic career, he played more than 100 games for New South Wales and is a member of the state’s Hall of Fame.After finishing playing, he held various roles within the game, including NSW coach and selector and manager of the Australian Under-19 men’s team.”Brian’s vast popularity among former team-mates, and all those fortunate enough to have known him, is just one indication of the impact he had on our game,” Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley said.”Brian had a passion for the development of young players, and it is fitting that the Player of the Tournament at the Men’s National Under-19 Championships will continue to receive the Brian Taber Medal.”Cricket NSW CEO, Lee Germon, said: “His contribution to Australian cricket was immense, as a player, coach, manager and selector. Tabsy was universally loved for both his skill as a wicketkeeper and his character as a person. He was such a nice, genuine guy and he will be greatly missed by all.”
أوضح بيب جوارديولا مدرب مانشستر سيتي، موقفه من إمكانية إبرام النادي لتعاقدات جديدة، خلال سوق الانتقالات الصيفي الجاري.
وكان مانشستر سيتي تعاقد مع ريان شرقي وريان آيت نوري وتيجاني ريندرز هذا الصيف، بعد التعاقد مع عمر مرموش ونيكو جونزاليس وعبد القادر خوسانوف وفيتور ريس في انتقالات يناير الماضي.
وفي تصريحات نشرها موقع مانشستر سيتي الرسمي، قال جوارديولا: “سوق الانتقالات يشهد تغييرات كبيرة، وستحدث أمور كثيرة”.
وأضاف مدرب مانشستر سيتي: “سنرى، ما سيحدث سيحدث، وسنتعامل معه بأفضل طريقة ممكنة”.
اقرأ أيضًا | جوارديولا يوضح حالة فودين ورودري وموقفهما من مباراة مانشستر سيتي الأولى في الدوري الإنجليزي
وتابع: “أنت تعرف رأيي، لا أحب كثرة اللاعبين، أحد أسباب انتقال فيتور ريس إلى جيرونا، على سبيل المثال”.
وأتم: “أحب فيتور كثيرًا، لديه مستقبل باهر، لكنني لا أريده أن يبقى في المنزل كل عطلة نهاية أسبوع”.
وكان مانشستر سيتي أعلن انتقال فيتور ريس على سبيل الإعارة لمدة موسم واحد (موسم 2025-2026).
ويأتي ذلك بعد أشهر من انضمامه لمانشستر سيتي قادمًا من بالميراس البرازيلي بعقد لمدة 4 سنوات ونصف، حتى صيف 2029.
Jatin Kashyap has 14 days to respond to the charges, which relate to the 2022 Asia Cup Qualifiers
ESPNcricinfo staff22-May-2023Jatin Kashyap, an Indian umpire, has been charged by the ICC with breaching two counts of the Anti-Corruption Code. Kashyap has 14 days from May 19 to respond to the charges, which relate to international games in 2022.ESPNcricinfo has learned that Kashyap, who is based in Bathinda, Punjab, was charged with attempting to corrupt players taking part in the 2022 Asia Cup Qualifiers in Oman. It is understood Kashyap is a local umpire from India and not on the ICC panel of match officials. While he was not officiating in the tournament, the ICC’s anti-corruption unit had the authority to launch an investigation because it was an international event.According to an ICC statement, Kashyap had been charged with breaching articles 2.4.6 and 2.4.7 of the code.They relate to “failing or refusing, without compelling justification, to cooperate with the Anti-Corruption Unit’s (ACU) investigation in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code, including (without limitation) failing to provide accurately and completely any information and/or documentation requested by the ACU (whether as part of a formal Demand pursuant to Article 4.3 or otherwise) as part of such investigation” and “obstructing or delaying the ACU’s investigation in relation to possible Corrupt Conduct under the Code, including (without limitation) concealing, tampering with or destroying any documentation or other information that may be relevant to that investigation and/or that may be evidence of or may lead to the discovery of evidence of Corrupt Conduct under the Code.”
da betcris： Com um jogador a menos desde a metade do primeiro tempo, o Corinthians superou a adversidade e buscou o empate por 2 a 2 com o Coritiba, na penúltima rodada do Brasileirão. Autor de um gol e uma assistência, Yuri Alberto elogiou a entrega e a dedicação da equipe no Couto Pereira.
continua após a publicidadeRelacionadasCorinthiansATUAÇÕES: Yuri Alberto salva o Corinthians em noite desastrosa da defesaCorinthians09/11/2022Humor EsportivoRenata Fan é Corinthians? Veja os times de 60 nomes do jornalismo esportivoHumor Esportivo09/11/2022CorinthiansCorinthians busca empate com o Coritiba e dá adeus às chances do vice no BrasileirãoCorinthians09/11/2022
da lvbet： +ATUAÇÕES: Yuri salva o Timão em noite desastrosa da defesa; veja notas
– Agradecer a Deus, mais uma assistência e gol com essa camisa grandiosa. Jogo difícil com um a menos, time lutou bastante, conseguimos um empate importante fora de casa com um jogador a menos. Todos estão de parabéns, soubemos sofrer – iniciou o centroavante ao Premiere.
No primeiro tempo, o Timão não só perdeu Bruno Méndez, como o técnico Vítor Pereira, que reclamou bastante com a arbitragem após o pênalti de Fausto Vera em Régis. Yuri contou que o treinador português estava agitado no vestiário.
-O professor estava chateado (no intervalo), ficou nervoso, ele é bem pilhado, vamos dar uma acalmada nele para que não aconteça novamente – disse.
+ Veja tabela e simule a reta final do Campeonato Brasileiro
O camisa 9 também contou que VP pediu aos atletas para usarem a vitória sobre o Santos, na qual Yuri foi expulso, como exemplo de superação no segundo tempo contra o Coxa.
– Todas as coisas que ele fala dentro de campo, ele falou lá, para a gente manter o foco, ficar concentrado. Com um a menos já tínhamos conseguido uma vitória contra o Santos, e conseguimos o empate. Tentamos o terceiro, mas não deu – ponderou.
No final do jogo, após perder a bola no ataque, Yuri Alberto arrancou a bandeirinha e recebeu cartão amarelo. O centroavante pediu desculpa à torcida do Coxa pelo ato.
-Eu fiquei nervoso com a bandeira, peço desculpa aos torcedores coritibanos, não foi nada de falta de respeito à torcida de vocês – concluiu o camisa 9 corintiano.
O Corinthians faz seu último jogo do ano neste domingo (13), às 16h, na Neo Química Arena, contra o Atlético-MG.
da betsul： Tottenham Hotspur’s long-awaited trophy finally came at the end of this season, but attention has quickly turned to the 2025/26 campaign, with work needing to be done to sustain the success.
da bet sport： Ange Postecoglou led the Lilywhites to a Europa League triumph, but it wasn’t enough to save his job in North London, as Daniel Levy relieved the Aussie of his duties.
He subsequently appointed Thomas Frank, handing the Dane the responsibility of building on the European victory and making the side a competitive Premier League outfit.
He will need to make a quick start to life at the club to prove the owner made the right decision in opting for a change, potentially coming under huge pressure should he fail to deliver.
However, if he is to be a success in the role, he will need backing within the current transfer window, handing him the platform for success during his first season at the helm.
The latest on Spurs’ hunt for new additions this summer
Over the last couple of days, Lyon star Georges Mikautadze has emerged as a key target for Spurs, with the club expected to make an offer for the Georgian forward after their relegation to Ligue 2.
Rodrigo Muniz is another player on their radar this window, but will cost a pretty penny during the off-season, as Fulham are demanding £50m for the Brazilian forward.
However, if either of the players are to move to North London, they will need to be provided with opportunities in the final third, with Xavi Simons a player in their sights, according to GIVEMESPORT.
Their report claims that the RB Leipzig star is keen on a move to the Premier League this window, but the German outfit are demanding a fee in the region of £60m to part with their star man.
It also states that the Lilywhites have registered a keen interest in the 22-year-old, who managed to register 10 goals and seven assists in the Bundesliga this campaign, with contact already taking place as the north Londoners have been ‘updated on Simons’ situation by his representatives’.
Why Spurs’ £60m target would be a better signing than Eze
Over the last couple of years, Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze has been constantly on Spurs’ radar, but they’ve never been able to complete a deal for his signature.
Crystal Palace's EberechiEzecelebrates with the trophy after winning the FA Cup
This window remains no different, with Frank already targeting the England international and considering making a move to take the star to North London.
His stock is undoubtedly higher this time around, after netting the winner in the FA Cup final this campaign, securing the Eagles’ first major trophy against Manchester City at Wembley.
However, he does currently have a £68m release clause in his contract, but could face huge pressure to land his services, as North London rivals Arsenal have also entered the race.
As a result, the Lilywhites hierarchy should shift their attention to a move for Simons, with the Dutch international a better option for Frank’s outfit this window.
Xavi Simons celebrates
He would provide the side with a younger and cheaper option, but when comparing the pair’s respective figures from 2024/25, he’s also managed to outperform him in key areas – subsequently making him a higher-quality addition.
Simons, who’s been labelled “exceptional” by OptaJohan, has completed more of the passes he’s attempted, and posted more progressive passes per 90 – handing other attackers at the club the chance to bolster their own tallies.
How Xavi Simons compares to Eberechi Eze in 2024/25
Statistics (per 90)
Simons
Eze
Games played
25
34
Goals scored
10
8
Progressive carries
3.6
2.4
Progressive passes
5.9
3.3
Shot-on-target accuracy
46%
27%
Pass accuracy
79%
74%
Passes into final third
3.3
1.7
Carries into final third
3
1.6
Stats via FBref
The youngster has also starred with his ball-carrying, registering nearly two times more carries into the final third per 90, showcasing his desire to get forward at any given moment.
Given his age, price tag and difference in figures produced, a deal for Simons should be a no-brainer this window, offering Frank the elite-level talent he craves within the final third.
It would be an expensive addition for the hierarchy, but ultimately, it’s one that’s needed if the club are to reach the next level during the Dane’s tenure at the club.
There’s no denying that Eze is a hugely talented player, but it’s evident that there is a tendency for more expensive fees to be touted for English stars, subsequently making Simons the better option this window.
A better signing than Semenyo: Spurs leading race to land £25m sensation
Tottenham Hotspur appear to be making strides in a move to land a new talent for Thomas Frank.
تحدث الهولندي آرني سلوت، المدير الفني للفريق الأول لكرة القدم بنادي ليفربول عن مباراة أستون فيلا في المباراة التي تجمعهما ضمن منافسات الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز.
ويواجه ليفربول نظيره أستون فيلا مساء اليوم، السبت، في تمام الساعة العاشرة مساءً بتوقيت القاهرة، ضمن منافسات الجولة العاشرة من بطولة الدوري الإنجليزي الممتاز، وذلك على ملعب “الأنفيلد”.
ويمتلك ليفربول 15 نقطة محتلًا حاليًا المركز السابع، وهو نفس عدد نقاط أستون فيلا الذي يتواجد في المركز الثامن بفارق الأهداف عن حامل اللقب.
وقال سلوت في تصريحات عبر الموقع الرسمي لنادي ليفربول: “لا أحد يحتاجني لأخبره أن أداءنا الفترة الأخيرة كان صعبًا، ببساطة لم يكن جيدًا بما يكفي لهذا النادي أو لجماهيرنا، وكلما أسرعنا في تحسين الأمور كان ذلك أفضل”.
وأكمل: “في الوقت نفسه، آمل أن يتمكن الجميع من رؤية الجودة التي لدينا هنا وبسبب هذا نكون قادرين على إدراك ليس فقط الإمكانيات المتاحة لدينا ولكن أيضًا ما يمكن عمله للمضي قدمًا إذا استمر الجميع على قلب رجل واحد”.
وأردف: “ليس من السهل أبدًا الخروج من فترة صعبة بالطبع، لو كان الأمر سهلًا كتغيير بعض الأمور لفعلناه ببساطة لكن كرة القدم أو الحياة عمومًا لا تسير على هذا النحو لذلك الخيار الوحيد هو العمل الجاد والثقة ببعضنا البعض وبذل كل ما في وسعنا مهما كان دورنا”.
اقرأ أيضًا | تشكيل ليفربول المتوقع أمام أستون فيلا اليوم في الدوري الإنجليزي
واستطرد: “لا أبحث عن الإيجابيات في وقت كهذا لأن ذلك لن يكون منطقيًا في نادي مثل ليفربول حيث تكون التوقعات دائمًا عالية جدًا لكن ما أود قوله هو أنه لا ينبغي لأحد أن يقلل من شأن الجهد الذي نراه من اللاعبين على أساس مباراة”.
وتابع :”ما نراه في مركز التدريب هو فريق ملتزم تمامًا على جميع الأصعدة، وهذا لم يتغير عن الموسم الماضي عندما كنا نحقق نتائج مختلفة تمامًا في المباريات المهمة”.
وأوضح سلوت: “لقد كنا متأخرين بنتيجة 2-0 أمام بالاس، وإذا كنا صادقين تمامًا، لم نشعر حقًا بأننا سنعود إلى المباراة ولكن على الرغم من ذلك، كان المشجعون لا يزالون يضغطون علينا، ويحاولون مساعدتنا على إحداث الفارق”.
واسترسل: “لم يكن الأمر كذلك لكن ما حدث يخبرني أن الجماهير الليلة ستكون رائعة مرة أخرى خاصة إذا تمكنا كفريق من إظهار أفضل ما لدينا”.
وأتم: “أود أن أرحب بـ أوناي إيمري ولاعبيه وموظفيه وجماهير ومسؤولي أستون فيلا في أنفيلد لمباراة الليلة”.
Everton have made contact over the signing of a “world-class” defender with many trophy wins to his name, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Everton eyeing Richarlison reunion
The Blues are expected to make plenty of changes to their squad in the summer transfer window, both in terms of incoming signings and current players moving on.
Richarlison is arguably among Everton’s best attacking players in the Premier League era, scoring 53 goals in 152 appearances, and the Merseysiders are reportedly interested in bringing him back to the club.
The Brazilian has struggled to consistently shine in a Tottenham shirt, with injuries certainly not helping in that respect, and Blues supporters will hope that he feels he has unfinished business with his former club.
Appearances
152
Goals
53
Assists
15
In terms of other potential signings, ex-Manchester United midfielder Fred is seen as a good option to add to Everton’s midfield, with the Brazilian now playing for Turkish giants Fenerbahce. Grasshopper Zurich attacker Adama Bojang has also been mentioned as a target.
Better than Thierno Barry: Everton considering bid for lethal £42m striker
Everton are looking to sign a striker or two this summer
ByRoss Kilvington Jun 17, 2025 Everton make contact over signing Kyle Walker – Romano
Writing on X on Monday, Romano claimed that Everton have made contact with Manchester City legend Kyle Walker over a potential move to Merseyside this summer.
Walker will be allowed to leave City before next season gets underway, acting as an immediate boost for the Blues, and he could jump at the chance of remaining in the Premier League during the autumn of his career, with David Moyes also approving a transfer for the right-back.
At 35 years of age, there is no doubt that the England international’s best days are now likely to be behind him, but he still possesses electric pace and is a born winner, having clinched league title glory six times in his career, also winning one Champions League crown.
Walker has been among Europe’s best right-backs over the past decade, with his speed arguably making him the best possible opponent for Kylian Mbappe, who called Walker a “tank”. Pep Guardiola has also heaped praise on him in the past.
“I would say first of all [as] a footballer, [he] has a genetic [quality that] is incomparable, physicalities, something unique. After is the personality. When he talks to his mates, the people listen and now I think he is making a step as a more mature player, on and off the pitch.”
Granted, Walker is likely to demand high wages, which Everton may struggle with compared to other clubs, but if he agrees to join them, it would feel like a major coup.
The Blues could get a couple of good years out of him, with the Englishman putting his experience to good use, acting as an upgrade on Moyes’ recent right-back options, too.