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Demonstration against the statue of Ronaldo – Al-Etihad newspaper

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The unveiling of a statue of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo in the Indian state of Goa has sparked controversy among residents, with some accusing local authorities of honoring a player from a country that colonized the region.
Following the unveiling of the statue this week in the southwestern city of Calangute, protesters waved black flags and gathered at the site.
Portugal did not grant independence to the region until 1961, while most Indian territories became independent by 1947, two days after the Indian military invasion and end of military dictatorship.
Former international Mickey Fernandes, whose roots go back to the state of Goa, described his decision to express his regret over the “remnants” of the Portuguese yoke as “difficult”.

“Ronaldo is the best player in the world, but we have to have a statue of the Goa player,” he told AFP.
Michael Lobo, a regional minister and a member of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party, justified the choice by inspiring the younger generation to excel not only in India but also internationally.
He said: All the young men and women who want to play football are inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo. If you chase your dreams with enthusiasm, you can realize this goal. This is what we wrote on the board.
Traces of the Portuguese era are even clearer in terms of architecture, the large number of churches and the fact that many of the residents have names of Lucidan descent.
Unlike other Indian regions, people prefer football to cricket and support Portugal in international competitions such as the World Cup.
Fernandez explained: I also follow Portugal, but cannot raise the statue of a foreign player when our (domestic) players are present.
This is not the first time the 36 – year – old Ronaldo’s statue has sparked controversy. Real Madrid.

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A secret recording exposes a sports official and gets him fired

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In an undercover recording inside Wimbledon Football Club, managing director Danny McLean made obscene remarks towards his colleague, ticket manager Rebecca Markham. I will kill her.”

British newspaper The Times said the recording device was placed in McLean’s office by Matthew Wells, a former British soldier who worked part-time as a security officer at the club.

When the device was dropped, McClain was revealed to have said: “I want to throw her – Markham – through a damn window … I don’t want to kill someone, but I want to kill her … I hate her, that damn bastard.”

The record found widespread repercussions in Britain, and the sports community there condemned the club official’s stance. An official statement from Wimbledon Football Club immediately responded to the allegations: “Wimbledon Football Club is a responsible, comprehensive, modern and fan-owned club. It takes its commitment to operate…” Leading by example and right, as well as taking care of staff and fans is very serious.”

The statement added: “This type of allegation cannot be tolerated, cannot be accepted and does not represent the culture of Wimbledon Club. Once we became aware of this matter, we acted appropriately in accordance with our responsibilities and values. The crisis is immediate.”

Managing director Danny McLean was sacked for insulting a colleague.

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Zamalek collide with wall of Arab contractors at critical moment… “Al-Abyad” demands rematch

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Zamalek collide with wall of Arab contractors at critical moment… “Al-Abyad” demands rematch

After snatching a draw from the fangs of its host “Al-Abyad” at the Cairo Stadium (1-1) in the second round, the Arab contractors gave Zamalek a strong shock. Egyptian League.

Zamalek took the lead through Youssef Ibrahim “Obama” in the 83rd minute, and Mogabloon’s Ahmed Ala equalized in the ninth minute of stoppage time.

The match was marred by widespread refereeing controversy after a Mogabloon defender disallowed a goal by Mostafa Shalabi that was deflected with his hand and referee Amin Omar refused to award a penalty kick to Zamalek after a shot by Mohamed Ashraf (Ruqa). .

Egyptian website Welcol revealed that Zamalek had submitted a request to the Football Association and the Egyptian Professional Clubs Association to replay their match against Arab contractors.

He added: Zamalek protested against match referee Amin Omar through an official letter to the Football Association and the Club Association, according to Zamalek Football Director Abdel Wahid Al-Sayed.

The letter contained 3 requests from Zamalek, which were to review the Arab Contractors competition according to the rules, and the errors in the application of the law and the impact of the refereeing errors on the end of the competition, and the second request to refer the referee Amin Omar to an investigation, and finally not to assign any other Zamalek competition to referee Amin Omar.

Abdul Wahed Al-Sayed said: “I am filing a protest against Amin Omar because of his conversation with the video technical referee regarding the penalty kick that was not awarded to the team, and we will attach the recording of this incident to the protest. .”

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He continued: “The referee gave Zamalek players six yellow cards in the match and deliberately intimidated the players. He also counted more stoppage time than was announced at the end of the match.”

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Personal messages for Neymar and Salman Al-Faraj… Jorge Jesus reveals the truth after his sacking claims

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Personal messages for Neymar and Salman Al-Faraj… Jorge Jesus reveals the truth after his sacking claims

Al Hilal’s technical director has addressed the controversy surrounding him in recent days, revealing his relationship with Neymar and Salman Al Faraj.

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It was inevitable for the Portuguese George Jesus; Al Hilal Saudi Arabia’s technical director to point out in letters about the crises he has had with the players after he has been talked about a lot in the past days.

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The allegations began with an argument between him and Neymar, but the latter’s lawyer came out to deny them, and continued arguments between the Portuguese and team captain Salman Al-Faraj, but Jesus denied it all.

During today’s press conference after the clash with Al-Jabaleen, according to Al-Sharq Al-Awsad newspaper, Al-Sayeem’s technical director said: “I don’t respond to rumours! But you know what I just said? When Salman was substituted in tonight’s match, I remarked to him, ‘You played 60 good minutes’.” “You will come back gradually.”

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When asked about Neymar, especially as the press talked about the Brazilian’s sacking request, Jesus replied: “I have a strong relationship with Neymar even before he came to Al Hilal and he returned to the stadium because he was not in tonight’s match. A long injury, after that, he played two matches with the Brazilian national team and then two matches with us, I talked to him and found him. Be more prepared, and when he returns to his position, Al-Hilal will look to attack well.

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Notably, Al Hilal secured victory against Al Jabaleen in the Round of 32 of the Two Holy Mosques Cup on Monday, amid criticism from fans over the team’s lackluster appearance.

After drawing in the last two matches against Uzbekistan’s Navpakor in the first round of the group stage of the AFC Champions League and then against Damak in the seventh round of Roshan, many public are calling for Jesus to be sacked. Round.

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