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Yahoo
29 minutes ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jeremie Frimpong sets ambitious target after Liverpool transfer
Jeremie Frimpong Targets Silverware Surge After Liverpool Arrival Immediate Impact and Ambition Jeremie Frimpong hasn't wasted a second laying out his Liverpool ambitions. Within moments of his unveiling, the 24-year-old Dutchman turned the conversation from his transfer fee to treble dreams. This was not the standard new-signing nicety. This was conviction. Advertisement 'For me, everywhere I've been I've always won things,' Frimpong told 'It's always been the league, cups and the league, so I've always won trebles. I want to win trebles, I want to win trophies – I play football to win trophies. I want to win as many trophies as possible.' Photo: IMAGO This isn't mere optimism. It's expectation, rooted in experience. At Celtic, Frimpong formed part of a domestic treble-winning side. At Bayer Leverkusen, he was instrumental in their Bundesliga and DFB-Pokal double, as well as a near miss in the Europa League final. Now, at Liverpool, the expectation only intensifies. Pedigree of Success Frimpong's CV already reads like a player well-acquainted with pressure and performance. In 2019/20, he celebrated a clean sweep in Scotland. Last season, under Xabi Alonso's historic Leverkusen side, he featured prominently in a campaign defined by unbeaten brilliance in Germany. Advertisement While their Europa League final defeat to Atalanta left a sour aftertaste, the message was clear: Frimpong arrives with a habit of winning and an appetite for more. His attacking instincts from right-back, paired with Liverpool's progressive, high-energy system under Arne Slot, could prove the perfect match. Slot's Vision and Early Opportunities The Community Shield in August offers an immediate chance to set the tone. A win against Crystal Palace might be modest in the grand scheme, but a trophy in Frimpong's competitive debut would align well with his trophy-first mentality. Liverpool have lifted silverware in each of the past two seasons and appear determined to continue that streak. High Expectations at Anfield Liverpool are no strangers to chasing trebles, even quadruples, only to fall marginally short. The desire remains, especially after the euphoric title celebrations that turned sombre just days later. With Frimpong in red, the bar is set high. His pace, tenacity, and fearlessness feel tailor-made for a side hungry to build a new era. If his past is any indication, Liverpool haven't just signed a player – they've acquired a mentality.
Straits Times
an hour ago
- Sport
- Straits Times
Zverev sees off Cobolli to reach French Open fourth round as usual
Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2025 Italy's Flavio Cobolli in action during his third round match against Germany's Alexander Zverev REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2025 Italy's Flavio Cobolli in action during his third round match against Germany's Alexander Zverev REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev celebrates winning his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes Tennis - French Open - Roland Garros, Paris, France - May 31, 2025 Germany's Alexander Zverev in action during his third round match against Italy's Flavio Cobolli REUTERS/Gonzalo Fuentes PARIS - Alexander Zverev continued his consistent form at the French Open when he overcame Italian Flavio Cobolli 6-2 7-6(4) 6-1 on Saturday to reach the fourth round of Roland Garros for an eighth consecutive year. Zverev, who is eyeing an elusive maiden Grand Slam title after making three finals including in Paris last year, broke in the first game on Court Philippe Chatrier and barely put a foot wrong all match. "This court is special to me. Some of the best memories of my life are on this court and some of the worst memories of my life are on this court," Zverev said. "It's a love story that has not yet had a happy ending. I hope the love story continues." After losing the opening set, Hamburg champion Cobolli's seven-match win streak looked in more danger when he lost a see-sawing second set in a tiebreak, as grey clouds over the court gave way to bright sunshine and made conditions challenging. "I was very hot at some point, but he started playing incredible tennis and not missing any balls," said Zverev, who next faces Dutchman Tallon Griekspoor. "He probably should have won the second set. But I won it and I then had a little mental advantage." Zverev placed an ice pack on his head during a changeover early in the third set and the 28-year-old appeared in a hurry to wrap up the match as he broke in the fourth game, leaving Cobolli with a mountain to climb. There was no stopping Zverev, as the German cranked up his thunderous serve to prevail on his fourth matchpoint, before he embraced his opponent. "You're going to win much more," Hamburg native Zverev said, bringing a smile to Cobolli's face. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Lewis Hamilton told to break habit of entire F1 career to address 'disadvantage'
Nico Rosberg believes his old Mercedes F1 team-mate Lewis Hamilton is at a disadvantage to Max Verstappen and others because he doesn't do one thing that most of his rivals do away from the racetrack Lewis Hamilton may be the most decorated driver in Formula 1 history, but one thing he doesn't do is partake in sim racing. But his former team-mate Nico Rosberg has urged the Brit to take it up as a hobby to help in his quest for an eighth drivers' title. It has become an increasingly common pastime of F1 drivers in recent years. Few people want to do something so similar to their day job when they get home but most of the younger drivers on the grid are all in the habit of taking part in virtual races from the comfort of their own homes. But one notable exception is Hamilton who uses simulators as little as he possibly can. His usage has increased since joining Ferrari as it is a useful took for him to get used to their machinery but, back in 2021, he estimated that he used Mercedes ' sim for around "20 laps per year". Rosberg, who was his Silver Arrows team-mate for four seasons, believes Hamilton would benefit from spending more time racing online. "I've come to think that it's helpful for your performance here on the race track," he said during the Sky Sports broadcast at the Spanish Grand Prix. "It's something where someone like Lewis Hamilton, who's still old-school and doesn't do any of that stuff, I think maybe we're at the point now where it's a disadvantage. Someone like Lewis should just get into it, really, because you practice your skills then constantly, every day." Max Verstappen in particular is a regular participant in virtual races, having even taken part during real-life F1 weekends in the past, and the Dutchman owns and runs a sim racing outfit, Team Redline. Lando Norris is another who has taken part in sim races in the past, while F1 rookie Gabriel Bortoleto also regularly races online. Responding to Rosberg, his Sky Sports colleague Anthony Davidson gave an example of how Norris recently used his sim racing experience to make performance gains in real life. He said: "The first time I saw this on track was Lando Norris, Bahrain, turn four. "He started to use the outside kerb before turning in, because it's a flat painted kerb and it's something on the sim that you can explore with, experiment. And he put it into practice and, you watch this year, everyone uses that painted bit of tarmac. It's a sim thing." And Rosberg replied: "More than those details, I wonder if it just hones your skills and mental reaction speed, it keeps the practice going. But someone like Lewis goes home then, does nothing remotely to keep his speed of processing going, practicing that. "Everybody else, the young guys, they go home from the race weekend and they're straight on the sim for hours. Of course, it's a similar skill requirement and I'm convinced that it's starting to make a difference."
Irish Daily Mirror
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Irish Daily Mirror
Champions League final betting tips: Best selections for PSG v Inter Milan
The UEFA Champions League final takes place this evening as Paris Saint Germain take on Inter Milan. The two sides in the final have been the standout teams in Europe this season. PSG have looked slick in wins over Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Aston Villa, and while Inter's style of play isn't as exhilirating, their passion in defeating Barcelona in the semi-finals was something to behold. Tonight, the destination of the famous trophy is decided. For PSG, a win would be the defining moment of the Qatari project as they finally bring European glory to Paris. For Inter, it's a shot at redemption after losing to Manchester City in the final two years ago. With plenty on the line, take a look at our selections below as we try to earn you a few quid to enjoy over the weekend! The maurauding right-back is one of the most attacking defenders in the World and he showed that in the semi-final as he tore Barcelona to shreds. Expect the Dutchman to get forward at every opportunity and at the very least draw a few fouls. At the other end, Dumfries has at times been a little erratic in defence throughout his career. Tonight, he will be tasked with keeping Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Bradley Barcola and Desire Doue quiet, so expect a few tackles to go amiss. Regardless of what happens, expect Dumfries to play a role. There's no point in trying to over-complicate things and predict a winner inside 90 minutes. If PSG show up, they should win. They have the better squad and have been building towards this for a long time. However, they are still PSG and until they win the big one, there will always be the notion that they haven't got the bottle for the biggest of occasions. Inter are nothing if not bottle. They came back from the dead against a Barcelona team that many fancied to win the lot, and while they aren't exactly a young side, that experience will help keep them in the game. Should PSG play to their ability, they will win inside 90 minutes. If it goes to extra time, you have to fancy Inter. Dembele is having the season of his life and the stats back it up. With 33 goals in 48 appearances, the Frenchman is arguably a shoe-in for the Ballon d'Or if his team win this evening. He has shown up in the big games this season, and done so early as well. He was the first goalscorer against Liverpool and Arsenal in the knockout stages of the Champions League, and we reckon he will do something similar this evening.
New Straits Times
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
Liverpool fans paint PJ red to celebrate Premier League victory
PETALING JAYA: Dataran 3 Two Square was awash in a sea of red on Saturday as more than 600 Liverpool fans flooded the area to celebrate the Reds' latest Premier League triumph. Organised by KL Kopites, the official Liverpool supporters' club in Malaysia, the event featured a fully-wrapped Liverpool-themed double-decker bus, photo ops with a replica Premier League trophy, and lucky draw giveaways that had fans roaring with delight. Liverpool clinched their second title in five years in emphatic fashion on April 27, thumping Tottenham Hotspur 5-1 at Anfield to give new boss Arne Slot the perfect debut season. The Dutchman's side sealed the league with four games to spare, equalling Manchester United's record of 20 top-flight titles. "It's the first time we've done a proper 'bus parade' here in Malaysia," said KL Kopites president Sashidaran Nair. "We had this planned in 2020 when Liverpool won the league under Jurgen Klopp — the bus was booked. But then COVID-19 hit, and we had to cancel everything. "This year, we're giving the fans something special. They can hop on the bus, take pictures with the trophy replica. It's all about recreating that iconic Liverpool celebration atmosphere." The event also saw over 40 prizes up for grabs, including match tickets to Anfield and autographed jerseys from Reds legends Harry Kewell and Lucas Leiva. Veteran fan Jordan Chan, 47, who's supported the club since the 1990s, said the parade was like a dream come true. "This kind of celebration gives me a whole new experience — it's like being in Liverpool," he said. For 25-year-old Megat Amir Irham Ahmad Mahidin, it was a long-awaited moment. "I didn't get to celebrate the 2019-2020 title win because of the lockdowns," he said.
