Pep Guardiola is reportedly preparing to thwart Cristiano Ronaldo’s plans to lure Mateo Kovacic to Saudi Arabia. Following Ilkay Gundogan’s unexpected return to Manchester City last month, Kovacic’s position in Guardiola’s team appears under threat. The 30-year-old former Chelsea star was signed as Gundogan’s replacement last summer, but with the 33-year-old German set to return… Read More »
Every step he took was a little awkward, every touch a little clumsier than usual, Harry Kane played the full 109 minutes of this match as if he were being crushed under the weight of Neptune. He didn’t even get the penalty shootout victory he should have been at the centre, replaced by Ivan Toney… Read More »
Surrounded by charming 18th-century townhouses, surrounded by the fragrant orange trees that line the main square of Vila Real de Santo António and a mosaic of black and white cobblestones under your feet, you might think that this small town’s fame lies in its appearance. In many ways you’re right, you won’t find a more… Read More »
Surrounded by charming 18th-century townhouses, surrounded by the fragrant orange trees that line the main square of Vila Real de Santo António and a mosaic of black and white cobblestones under your feet, you might think that this small town’s fame lies in its appearance. In many ways you’re right, you won’t find a more… Read More »
First of all, I apologize for being late. This post was supposed to start before the tournament but I had a little hitch; but I feel much better now. Since the news broke that I had terminal cancer, I have traveled all over Sweden, England, Italy and Portugal and have been moved to tears by… Read More »
Portugal has many strengths, but its beaches have to be its most remarkable feature. Not just for the dizzying choice and variety along its long coastline, but also for their exceptional quality and cleanliness. Isn’t it surprising that the majority of Portuguese spend every minute of their free time at school? PraiaThey were happy to… Read More »
These are your rugby headlines for Tuesday 7 May. Fears over Champions Cup news The Investec Champions Cup could be removed from mainstream television in England next season. According to the Times report, the European Professional Rugby Club (EPCR), which organizes the tournament, failed to agree a renewed deal with current broadcaster TNT Sports. The… Read More »
New research from which? A few surprises have emerged about the cost of summer holidays. Searching for the best value packages this summer, he found the Greek island of Kalymnos to be the cheapest place to book, with an average price of £847 per person for a week’s stay including flights and transfers in early… Read More »