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First Post
08-05-2025
- Sport
- First Post
Arsene Wenger wants offside rule to change to restore attackers' advantage: 'Doubt benefits the striker'
The proposed change by Arsene Wenger to the offside rule will see attackers having an advantage and not being ruled offside for their body parts being beyond the last defender. read more Arsene Wenger said the offside rule can be changed in 2026. Image: Reuters Legendary football coach Arsene Wenger wants the offside rule to change in order to restore an advantage for the striker, which has been removed by the introduction of the video assistant referee (VAR). Former Arsenal boss Wenger, who is also the head of global development at FIFA, said that if any part of an attacker's body is in line with the last outfield defender, then it should be considered onside and not offside. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Currently, an attacker is flagged offside if any part of the body, apart from hands and arms, is ahead of the last defender. Wenger wants offside rule to change Wenger said that such a change was brought in after the 1990 World Cup produced very few goals. However, the change has been compromised by VAR. During the 1990 World Cup, an attacker was considered offside if he was level with the last defender. 'It was in 1990 after the World Cup in Italy when there were no goals scored,' Wenger told Bein Sports. 'We decided that there is no offside any more when you are on the same line of the defender. More from Football 'In case of doubt, the doubt benefits the striker. That means when there's a fraction, the striker did get the advantage. 'With VAR this advantage disappeared and for many people it's frustrating.' It has to be noted that the 1990 World Cup had an average of 2.21 goals per match, the lowest among all World Cups. Wenger also revealed that trials for the new change to the offside rule are currently taking place in Italian youth football and a final decision on the matter will be taken in 2026. Till 2026, more trials on the rule change will be conducted. These trials were recently approved by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), the law-makers for football.
Edinburgh Live
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Scottish BBC star Hazel Irvine's life away from TV - secret wedding and baby at 43
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Hazel Irvine, a stalwart of the BBC for over 30 years and the face of snooker coverage since 2000, is recognised as a pioneering figure in sports broadcasting - being one of the first women to host such programmes on the BBC. Despite her preference for keeping her personal life private, there are some lesser-known details about the Scottish presenter. Born in St Andrews, Scotland, Hazel studied History of Art at university but her passion for sports was clear as she was an active member of her university's netball, golf and athletics teams. In a chat with the Mail in 2019, Hazel revealed: "As a child, I spent my pocket money on stickers for an Olympics sticker book. "I had a very happy childhood doing sport and outdoor stuff. My dad, Bill, made this half-size snooker table for my brother and me as kids, and Mum crocheted the pockets!". Her career in radio and television didn't kick off until 1988 when she was 59, guest hosting the 1988 Olympics and the 1990 World Cup, reports the Mirror. In what came as a surprise to many, Hazel tied the knot with her long-term partner in 2008. Despite their lengthy relationship, it seemed that they felt the time was right to marry when she was 43. Opting for a more intimate ceremony, the couple exchanged vows in a quaint Scottish setting, surrounded by loved ones. At her wedding, Hazel happily announced that she and her husband were "very happy". Her statement confirmed: "I can confirm that she married her long-term partner a few months ago. It was a small and very private affair, and she and her husband are very happy. She wants to keep all the details private." In the following year, Hazel shared some blissful news during a London charity sports quiz, hinting at their expanding family by joking about her "own credit crunch looming". Delving further, she quipped: "My clothes are already feeling the squeeze. My husband and I have a new arrival coming in the spring - which is going to be a drain on my own profits." Having relocated from Scotland to London, Hazel's family seems to be embracing the city life, enjoying a myriad of sports and activities in their new home.
Daily Mirror
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Hazel Irvine's life away from snooker - husband, secret wedding and baby at 43
Hazel Irvine has been a familiar face to sports fans for decades, but she likes to keep her personal life out of the spotlight - as she commentates today's snooker World Championship, The Mirror takes a look at her life off screen Hazel Irvine has been one of the voices of the BBC for over three decades and has been the face of the snooker coverage since 2000. The Scottish presenter is considered a trailblazer as one of the first females to host sports broadcasts on the BBC. While fans of the presenter are aware that she tends to keep her private life under wraps, there are a few lesser-known facts about the TV host. Hazel was born in St Andrews, Scotland and pursued a degree in History of Art at university. However, her love for sports was evident as she actively participated in her university's netball, golf and athletics teams. In a 2019 interview with the Mail, Hazel shared: "As a child, I spent my pocket money on stickers for an Olympics sticker book. "I had a very happy childhood doing sport and outdoor stuff. My dad, Bill, made this half-size snooker table for my brother and me as kids, and Mum crocheted the pockets!". It wasn't until 1988, however, that the 59 year old embarked on her career in radio and television, guest hosting the 1988 Olympics and the 1990 World Cup. In a surprising move to many, Hazel married her long-term partner in 2008. Despite having been together for a significant period, it seemed the timing finally felt right for them at the age of 43. Preferring a more personal touch, the couple said their 'I dos' in a cosy Scottish setting, surrounded by friends and family. At her nuptials, Hazel joyfully confirmed that she and her beau were "very happy". Her statement noted: 'I can confirm that she married her long-term partner a few months ago. It was a small and very private affair, and she and her husband are very happy. She wants to keep all the details private." The next year brought more joy for Hazel as she revealed at a London charity sports quiz that they were expecting a baby. She playfully informed the crowd about her "own credit crunch looming". Elaborating on this, she shared: "My clothes are already feeling the squeeze. My husband and I have a new arrival coming in the spring - which is going to be a drain on my own profits." The family, formerly of Scotland, has made the move to London, where they're surely living life to the fullest with plenty of sports and activities!
Dubai Eye
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Dubai Eye
Real Madrid coach Ancelotti to go on trial for tax evasion
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to appear in court on Wednesday for the first day of a trial in which he is accused of failing to pay 1 million euros (AED 3.7 million) in tax on revenue from image rights during his first spell at the club. Ancelotti is the latest of several soccer celebrities to be investigated by the Spanish tax authority for alleged tax fraud. Many cases, including those of leading players such as Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Spain's Diego Costa, have been settled out of court with large fines. In 2023, however, the Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso after he refused to settle and defended his innocence. The prosecutor is seeking a prison term of four years and nine months and a fine of 3.2 million euros (AED 13 million) for two counts of tax evasion in 2014 and 2015. It argues that Ancelotti had only reported the salary he was paid by Real Madrid and had omitted income from his image rights in his tax returns. Ancelotti told reporters last week he had complete trust in the Spanish justice system and that he was looking forward to testifying in court. Before the hearing, the prosecutor said Spain's tax authority had seized the debt plus interests from Ancelotti. The trial is scheduled to take place in a Madrid court over three days. The parties could reach an out-of-court agreement before the hearing starts or at any point in the process. Ancelotti, a former player who was capped 26 times for Italy and played in the 1990 World Cup, returned to Real Madrid for a second stint as coach in 2021. He has won the Champions League five times as a coach, twice with AC Milan and three times with Real.
Al Arabiya
02-04-2025
- Sport
- Al Arabiya
Real Madrid coach Ancelotti to go on trial in Spain for tax evasion
Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti is expected to appear in court on Wednesday for the first day of a trial in which he is accused of failing to pay 1 million euros ($1.08 million) in tax on revenue from image rights during his first spell at the club. Italian Ancelotti is the latest of several soccer celebrities to be investigated by the Spanish tax authority for alleged tax fraud. Many cases, including those of leading players such as Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo and Spain's Diego Costa, have been settled out of court with large fines. In 2023, however, the Supreme Court upheld the acquittal of Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso after he refused to settle and defended his innocence. The prosecutor is seeking a prison term of four years and nine months and a fine of 3.2 million euros for two counts of tax evasion in 2014 and 2015. It argues that Ancelotti had only reported the salary he was paid by Real Madrid and had omitted income from his image rights in his tax returns. Ancelotti told reporters last week he had complete trust in the Spanish justice system and that he was looking forward to testifying in court. Before the hearing, the prosecutor said Spain's tax authority had seized the debt plus interests from Ancelotti. The trial is scheduled to take place in a Madrid court over three days. The parties could reach an out-of-court agreement before the hearing starts or at any point in the process. Ancelotti, a former player who was capped 26 times for Italy and played in the 1990 World Cup, returned to Real Madrid for a second stint as coach in 2021. He has won the Champions League five times as a coach, twice with AC Milan and three times with Real.
