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Ex-Premier League star was seconds from death in horror plane explosion Lee Bowyer has spoken out about the moment the Leeds United team was seconds away from death due to a plane blast. In March 1998, the former midfield player, the rest of the Whites’ coaching staff, backroom personnel, and directors were returning after a Premier League match against West Ham. One wing caught fire and the plane’s engine burst shortly after it took off from Stansted Airport. However, by choosing to crash-land the plane back onto the runway in defiance of convention, pilot John Hackett heroically avoided catastrophe. Thankfully,…
The last Hearts side to win the league as Derek McInnes aims to emulate success of the great Tommy Walker The last time Hearts won a top-tier Scottish League championship was 65 years ago. As Derek McInnes aims to become the first manager since the legendary Tommy Walker to lead Hearts to a Premier League championship, we take a look back at the team’s past. Walker led the team to their second Scottish League Championship in three years during the 1959–60 season, finishing four points clear of Kilmarnock. The Jambos won the League Cup that season as well, which is…
Harry Wilson defends Leeds United star Ethan Ampadu after Wales loss Wales put on a strong show against a Belgium team that featured Jeremy Doku, Leandro Trossard, and Kevin De Bruyne on Monday night, but they were left heartbroken. The Welsh’s opening goal from Joe Rodon provided Craig Bellamy’s team with the ideal foundation for an unexpected victory in Cardiff. But Belgium, who led Wales 2-1 at halftime, swiftly ended any Welsh hopes. Even though Nathan Broadhead scored a late goal, Belgium ultimately prevailed 4–2. However, a penalty against Ethan Ampadu for a handball that was handled at close…
How to watch Kilmarnock vs Hearts: kick-off time, TV channel and team news ahead of Derek McInnes’ Ayrshire return All the information you require on the SPFL Premiership matchup this weekend As the international break comes to an end, Hearts’ next opponent is Killie away, a famously challenging, banana-skin match. For the first time since departing Rugby Park for Tynecastle in the summer, Derek McInnes will play his old team in what is statistically going to be the Jambos’ most difficult matchup thus far this season. After seven games, his Hearts team leads the Scottish Premiership standings by two points…
Hibs boss on ‘hard to beat’ Derek McInnes, Tony Bloom factor and all-new Hearts ahead of Tynecastle test Traveling to Gorgie on Easter Road is a great way to improve your fitness rather than deplete it. Ahead of the first Edinburgh derby of the season, Hibs manager David Gray has given his fair assessment of the new-look Hearts. He has also noted that opposite number Derek McInnes’s organizational abilities and expertise are essential in making the Easter Road team’s metropolitan opponents “hard to beat.” Over the first half of the season, Hearts have risen to the top of the Scottish…
Exclusive:Hearts coach Paul Sheerin reveals his Tynecastle upbringing, Hibs family divide and Bayern Munich memories The assistant of Derek McInnes has a rich background in maroon. Tynecastle’s old shed. The brewery’s aroma wafted up the nostrils. sponsors of Bukta kits and Mita Copiers. a squad full of hometown heroes like John Robertson and Gary Mackay. Hearts was a club that suddenly became popular in the 1980s. As a young, impressionable child, Paul Sheerin was deeply influenced by his Gorgie background. He is now helping Derek McInnes get ready for Saturday’s Edinburgh derby against Hibs. The 51-year-old Sheerin is clearly enjoying…
Manor Solomon defended by Villarreal legend after Sevilla fans chant at Tottenham star over Israel support One Tottenham player is seen as a contentious figure in Spain. Following criticism from supporters for supporting Israel’s war on Palestine, a Villarreal legend has praised Manor Solomon for being composed. On the day of the deadline, Solomon joined Villarreal on a season-long loan, and he is already making an impression. On Tuesday night, the Yellow Submarine defeated Sevilla on the road thanks to a late goal from the forward who came off the bench. It keeps up the Castellon club’s strong start; they…
On This Day (26 Sept 1991): Hearts broken as Marco leaves Roker Park Sept. 26, 1991. I can’t forget the date; it’s etched in my heart. My first football crush, Marco Gabbiadini, left Roker Park on this day. At barely 23, Marco had been Sunderland’s main attraction for four years; at first a ray of optimism, he later became a truly exceptional player in his own right. In addition to scoring goals in the third and second divisions and nine goals in 30 league starts in the first flight, he was highly sought after by the major teams and there…
Rassie delivers choice words to Springboks’ biggest critic Rassie Erasmus has responded sharply to the most recent remarks made by a prominent critic regarding the Springboks. Rassie Erasmus, the Springbok managers. Pictured: SA Rugby Recently, Matt Williams, a former coach who is now a part-time rugby commentator, has gained notoriety for his unrelenting criticism of the Springboks, which frequently involves throwing “shade” at Rassie Erasmus. Williams has consistently criticized the Springboks, whether it is by disparaging the idea of the “bomb squad,” Erasmus’ candid demeanor, or some of the contemporary deception used by the world champions. When Williams applauded…
Celtic supporter groups refuse to meet club over policing concerns amid campaign to remove board As a firm stand, fans turn down the invitation to meet the directors. Despite their continuous attempts to remove a number of important board members, Celtic fan organizations have refused to engage with the club due to policing concerns. A new umbrella organization called the Celtic Fans Collective said that a number of fan organizations had turned down the club’s offer to talk about the results of an investigation that looked into issues with the police of their most recent home match against Rangers.…