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Six national team cyclists rushed to hospital after they are hit head-on by car in terrifying accident
SIX members of the German national track cycling team were rushed to hospital after a horrible car accident.
The athletes were hit head-on by a car in Mallorca and some suffered serious injuries.
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The channel will merge with TNT Sports on February 28.
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Jake O’Brien is finding his feet at Everton – but his struggle since Lyon move is lesson for League of Ireland clubs
ON THE face of it, there is nothing unusual about Jake O’Brien’s sudden involvement at Everton.
He is not the first player to have benefited from a managerial change and he will not be the last.
But his case is a little different given Sean Dyche — who had not been playing him — was the manager who had signed him from Lyon for €19million as recently as last summer.
Or to rephrase that, Dyche was the manager when Everton signed the Ireland defender.
His transfer coincided with an attempted takeover of the club by Lyon’s owner.
O’Brien’s experience — in which he has essentially lost six months of his career, although his performances suggest no long-term damage — underlines just how players can become pawns in a game being played out in boardrooms rather than on the pitch.
And, with Cobh Ramblers becoming the third League of Ireland outfit to come under a multi-club ownership model, it is something which needs to be watched closer to home.
Going to Mick McCarthy’s old club from Crystal Palace was an unqualified success for the Cork native.
He played a major part in Lyon recovering from a disastrous start to last season which had them bottom of Ligue 1 in December to finish sixth and qualify for Europe.
They also reached the French Cup final in which they were beaten by Paris Saint-Germain in Kylian Mbappe’s farewell game.
The Real Madrid-bound striker did not score. O’Brien did, although his side went down 2-1.
The enormous profit Lyon made on the former Cork City player — who had cost them around €1.2m from Palace — appears to have been one of their few good business calls in recent years.
On Friday, the club was handed a provisional relegation with its debts reported to have spiralled to €508m.
For their balance sheet alone selling O’Brien made perfect sense, but there was another context in which that transfer took place.
John Textor is the majority owner and chairman of Eagle Football Holdings Limited, the leading shareholder for Botafogo, Palace, Lyon and Molenbeek. O’Brien has only to decamp to Rio de Janeiro to have lined out for all of the clubs in his portfolio, having earned the move to Lyon on the back of his displays for the Belgian side when on loan from Palace.
Last year, Textor was attempting to offload his interest in Palace and buy Everton.
There had never previously been any transfer activity between the Toffees and Lyon.
And yet, all of a sudden, they became enthusiastic trading partners.
As well as O’Brien, Everton bought Orel Mangala from the French club.
He had only joined Lyon on a permanent basis in June after a successful spell on loan from Nottingham Forest.
The Toffees also tried to sign Ernest Nuamah — who had also only joined Lyon in June — on transfer deadline day but the move collapsed.
But the Merseyside outfit did loan out Nigerian teenager Francis Gomez to Lyon on the same day as they signed him from Sporting Supreme.
JUST A COINCIDENCE…?
This sudden flurry of activity was, apparently, a coincidence — or rather three coincidences and nearly a fourth.
Textor told Sky Sports at the time: “There’s no fingerprints of mine on this club at this point and there won’t be until I’m the owner.”
That never materialised. Textor’s takeover bid failed, with the Friedkin Group assuming control of Everton in December.
In the meantime, after a promising pre-season, O’Brien had effectively been frozen out by Dyche.
His competitive debut came in their fourth Premier League game.
Everton had led 2-0 but had been pegged back to 2-2 when O’Brien was introduced, with Aston Villa going on to win 3-2.
He did not feature again until being brought on against Manchester United in December when his side were already 4-0 down, with fans bemused by Dyche’s preference for Michael Keane and, at right-back where O’Brien has played the last two games under David Moyes, for 39-year-old Ashley Young.
Would he have played more often had Textor been successful? One could only speculate.
Dyche would, no doubt, insist he picked his team on merit but, after a shaky start against Tottenham, O’Brien has impressed as Everton recorded back-to-back wins for the first time this season.
And players can undoubtedly suffer when seen as not having been the choice of a particular manager. That dynamic has long existed when it is a chairman or sporting director calling the shots on transfers.
However, identifying who is deciding what is more difficult in a multi-club model.
CLOSE TIES
In August 2022, the Fleetwood Town owner Andy Pilley assumed control of Waterford.
In the five subsequent transfer windows, 14 different players have moved between the clubs, with Matt Lawlor also seconded from the League Two club to be Keith Long’s assistant after Alan Reynolds left for Bohemians.
Some moves have been more successful than others but pick 14 deals any club has done and that would likely be the case.
In the past two seasons, the Blues — now owned by Pilley’s son Jamie — have won promotion to the Premier Division and consolidated themselves in it. So it has been a beneficial link-up for them, although Fleetwood were relegated from League One.
The complaints are generally from the outside. When St Pat’s rebuffed a couple of bids from Waterford for Tommy Lonergan last year, they predicted he would end up at The RSC anyway via Fleetwood.
He did — it just took a little longer than people thought.
Lonergan moved on loan in this window after Fleetwood met his buyout clause 12 months ago.
It was said that, at the time of his purchase, the then-Fleetwood boss Charlie Adam was not overly familiar with the striker, although he did then feature in 15 league games under the Scot.
Since being taken over by the Trivela Group, Walsall have signed Evan Weir and Elicha Ahui from Drogheda United and loaned them back, with Douglas James-Taylor (below) sent to Louth for 12 months.
With Drogheda maintaining their top-flight status and winning the FAI Cup, and turning full-time on the back of it, they too have benefited from being a junior partner.
But that does not mean anyone should let their guard down about the multi-club model, particularly with how Cobh Ramblers’ new owners FC32 have set out their stall.
‘REAL ASSETS’
Having previously acquired SKN St Polten in Austria and Switzerland’s Bellinzona, they bought Ramblers in October, identifying all three modest clubs as being ‘promotion-ready’.
In an interview with Off The Pitch, its co-founder Federico Mari said: “When you invest in football, the players are the real assets, and we’re here to help them shine. It’s this player-first approach that helps us stand out.
“We work closely with each athlete, setting personalised goals and meeting regularly to track progress. Every player gets tailored attention and support, and together we work on the skills that will make them stand out to top clubs.”
Although he says clubs will retain full ownership of the players, he is open about whose interests are ultimately being served.
And it remains to be seen how a development plan drawn up by investors will co-exist with the work of club coaches.
Mari predicts eventual annual transfer income of between €100m and €150m for the group, although most of Ramblers’ close-season recruitment looks to have been done with an eye on immediate promotion rather than potential resale value.
If Ramblers do go up, presumably their fans will be happy whoever is running the show.
But, as O’Brien has learned, football is not just a sport out on the pitch.
There is a game being played off of it too, where you can have little or no say in whether you end up as a winner or a loser.
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EL CLASICO could end up being played at Wembley after Barcelona’s £1.25billion renovation of the Nou Camp descended into chaos.
The Spaniards have been playing at Catalonia’s Olympic Stadium for nearly two years while their famous home ground undergoes a major rebuild.
Barcelona were hoping to return to the Nou Camp before the end of the season, as it would be the ideal setting for a potential title-decider against fierce rivals Real Madrid on May 11.
However, Barca’s plans have been thrown into turmoil after it emerged that the Nou Camp is unlikely to be ready before next season.
The arena was knocked down in June 2023, with the new stadium built on it foundations.
But despite splashing out £1.25bn to increase capacity from 99,354 to over 105,000, Barcelona chiefs now fear the Nou Camp will not be finished in time for the next El Clasico.
It leaves them facing life without a base for the final month of the season, with the lease on their temporary Olympic Stadium home expiring in April.
The ideal solution would be for an extension until the summer.
But the 58,000-seater Olympic Stadium has already been booked out for several concerts in May, including the first show of the Rolling Stones’ upcoming European tour.
Barcelona are now exploring the possibility of playing their match against Real abroad, having already seen a December clash against Atletico Madrid in America collapse.
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LaLiga beaks have always dreamed of an El Clasico in the United States, but that would be extremely unlikely right now give the time span.
Instead, the Mail claims that Wembley has emerged as a wildcard option due to it being the venue where Barcelona won their first European Cup in 1992.
The London stadium’s mega 90,000 capacity means that fans from both sides would be able to pack in comfortably.
And with Barcelona hoping to whittle down the seven-point gap to league leaders Real before then, the match could end up becoming a potential title decider.
Hansi Flick’s side have had the better of their rivals three times already this season.
Their first was a 2-1 friendly win August.
And that was followed up by an incredible 4-0 league thumping at the Bernabeu in October.
Earlier this month, Barcelona smashed Real 5-2 to win the Spanish Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.
But both sides will be aware of Atletico Madrid looking to spoil the party, with Diego Simeone’s side second in the table – four points off Real and three ahead of Barca.
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Shoppers love ‘life saving’ £9.99 winter buy from The Range – it’ll keep you ‘so warm’ & is ‘much cheaper’ than heating
AS the weather gets chillier, if you’re looking for a cheap and cheerful way to keep warm, fear not, we’ve got you covered.
Particularly if you’re concerned about splashing the cash on central heating, we’ve found just the thing.
Luckily for you, shoppers are raving about an oversized blanket hoodie that is not only ‘so warm’, but is also ‘much cheaper’ than using heating.
And don’t worry if you’re strapped for cash, as it’s currently on sale from The Range and will cost you less than a tenner – yes, you heard that correctly.
This Sienna Sherpa Hoodie Blanket costs from just £9.99 and is available in 11 different colours.
You can also nab this machine washable hoodie from Amazon – also from just £9.99.
This cosy hoodie is deliberately oversized for extra warmth and is one size fits all.
It’s got elastic cuffs and a two-sided giant pocket on the front.
The hoodie has a soft fleece lining, with a plush microfibre exterior.
It’s perfect for cosy nights on the sofa and is suitable for adults and kids alike.
Not only is it durable, but it’s beautifully soft and luxurious too, making it perfect for looking good whilst staying warm in winter.
The wearable blanket has clearly impressed many, as it has quickly racked up an average rating of 4.5 out of five, with over 5,600 reviews.
Shoppers loved the cosy hoodie blanket and even described it as a ‘life saver’.
One person said: “This product has been a life saver. Honestly, it keeps me so warm and is huge. Not to mention super comfy to curl up in and read or watch TV.
5 ways to keep your house warm in winter
Property expert Joshua Houston shared his tips.
1. Curtains
“Windows are a common place for the outside cold to get into your home, this is because of small gaps that can let in air so always close your curtains as soon as it gets dark,” he said.
This simple method gives you an extra layer of warmth as it can provide a kind of “insulation” between your window and curtain.
2. Rugs
“Your floor is another area of your home where heat can be lost and can make your home feel chilly,” he continued. “You might notice on cold days, that your floor is not nice to walk on due to it freezing your feet.
“Add rugs to areas that don’t already have a carpet, this provides a layer of insulation between your bare floor and the room above.”
3. Check your insulation
Check your pipes, loft space, crawlspaces and underneath floorboards.
“Loose-fill insulation is very good for this, and is a more affordable type of insulation, with a big bag being able to be picked up for around £30,” Joshua explained.
4. Keep your internal doors closed
“Household members often gather in one room in the evening, and this is usually either the kitchen or living room,” Joshua said.
“This means you only have to heat a small area of your home, and closing the doors keeps the heat in and the cold out.”
5. Block drafts
Don’t forget to check cat flaps, chimneys and letterboxes, as they can let in cold air if they aren’t secure.
“I pretty much wear mine from the moment I wake up until I go to bed as it keeps me so warm and it’s cheaper than heating the house.
“In fact I was so impressed I purchased one for my mum who takes it to work as she gets really cold in her office.”
This product has been a life saver. Honestly, it keeps me so warm and is huge
Shopper
Another wrote: “I love this Sherpa fleece. It is so warm and cosy. I got the red because it is such a rich and stunning colour.
“It is a very generous size and is really comfortable to wear. It washes well – no shrinkage or loss of colour. In fact, it is softer and cosier after every wash.”
Meanwhile, a third penned: “Amazing gift for mum who practically lived in this through the winter. Couldn’t have asked for a better price (was on sale at the time).
“I was initially concerned the quality wouldn’t be as great due to the lower-than-usual price, but still substantially soft and thick.”
Whilst someone else chimed in: “Bought for my elderly mother. Lightweight, comfortable, cosy and warm.”
Cheap gadgets to help you stay warm
MARTIN Lewis' MoneySavingExpert shared six gadgets that can help you keep the heating off but stay warm.
Heating “the human not the home” means you warm yourself instead of turning on the heating and heating the whole house.
This can save money on your heating bill and means you don’t have to sit in the cold.
- USB gloves – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Heated insoles – initial cost £10, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- USB hand warmers – initial cost £15, cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Electric gilet – initial cost £50 (including battery pack), cost to run less than 1p an hour
- Microwaveable wheat bag – initial cost £4, cost to run less than 1p per hours
- Reusable hand warmers – initial cost £5 for a pair, cost to run less than 1p per hour