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Daily Mirror
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal's final home game tells its own story after season didn't go to plan
ARSENAL 1-0 NEWCASTLE UNITED: Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have fallen short in their pursuit of the Premier League title but victory over Newcastle seals Champions League football Back in August, celebrating second place was not really in Arsenal's plan. But at the final whistle at the Emirates, there was an overwhelming sense of relief as well as joy as they finally saw out at a game. It should be enough to guarantee runners-up place behind Liverpool barring a final day collapse at bottom-of-the-table Southampton and a huge swing in goal difference for Manchester City who have a game in hand. Arsenal had their eyes on a bigger prize at the start of the season but their wretched run of form - this was their first win in four Premier League games - had left them biting their finger nails. This was another nervy occasion and the result was a blow for Newcastle who now go into the final day sweating on their own place in the top five. Newcastle certainly have something over the Gunners because they have already beaten them three times this season - including both legs of the Carabao Cup semi final - and that was clearly in the minds of the Arsenal players. But when Arsenal need a big player or a big performance then they can almost always rely on Declan Rice who has provided the best moments in a topsy turvy season. Rice scored the second half winner this time and it was running, his energy and his determination to fight for every ball that got the team over the line. The harsh reality is that Arsenal's drop off in the past few weeks has left a few fans questioning whether Mikel Arteta can deliver the biggest trophies in the long term. But it must have been a huge comfort for Arteta to hear the home fans chant his name towards the end of the game as Arsenal battled to get the win over the line. Of course there were nerves. Arsenal have thrown away leads - they have surrendered 21 points from winning positions this season - far too often. But after the final whistle, Arteta and his players got a big reception on the pitch as they all embarked on the modern fad of a 'lap of appreciation.' Arteta thanked the fans with a rousing speech before they played that painful North London Forever - featuring the naff second line of 'whatever the weather" - before thankfully they put on Ice Ice Baby to pay tribute to Rice. The England midfielder has been a constant for Arsenal while too many others have been woefully inconsistent. Yes, here's looking at you, keeper David Raya. In contrast, Newcastle have had a terrific season. Football is all about expectations. Newcastle have overachieved as they have already won the Carabao Cup, are still on course for the Champions League and that is some finish. Arsenal, meanwhile, just looked like a bag of nerves. Not helped by Raya. His distribution is reckless and so often gets himself and his team into trouble. You have to balance his saves against him causing the danger in the first place. Raya has become complacent with no competition for his place. Sure enough, his loose pass out from the back went straight to Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes then had a big chance which Raya saved. The Gunners keeper then showed the other side of his game with super saves to deny Harvey Barnes' deflected shot and Dan Burn's close range header. Raya made Arsenal a bag of nerves. William Saliba was not at the races either and he was replaced by Riccardo Calafiori and Arsenal, in fairness, did get better and more assured. Arsenal got the breakthrough after 55 minutes. Bukayo Saka won the ball back, Martin Odegaard played the pass and there was Rice to sweep home from outside the box. That was Rice's ninth goal in all competitions. Newcastle made it nervous at the end, Arsenal had to man the barricades as Kai Havertz also came on for a late cameo appearance. But, finally, they held onto a lead and got a much-needed win. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
USA Today
09-04-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Luka Doncic finds balance while leading playoff-bound Lakers
Luka Doncic finds balance while leading playoff-bound Lakers Show Caption Hide Caption Carlos Boozer says 'both teams won' the Luka-Anthony Davis trade Carlos Boozer explains why he believes both the Lakers and the Mavericks won the Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade. Sports Seriously LOS ANGELES --- Luka Dončić continues settling in as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers while the team positions itself for a postseason run. Dončić joined the Lakers after being traded from the Dallas Mavericks on Feb. 2 and has been working his way back into playing shape. The point guard has already played against his former team once since the trade in Los Angeles but he will have an opportunity to play against his former team in Dallas tonight. He will be back in a familiar setting when the Mavericks host the Lakers on Wednesday evening at the American Airlines Center. 'Dallas had been my home for almost seven years,' Dončić said to reporters on March 20. 'It really felt like home, but coming here, it's like building a new home and I'm getting more comfortable.' How is Luka Dončić getting along with his Los Angeles teammates? After a convincing home game against the Denver Nuggets on March 19, Dončić was seen icing his feet in front of his locker. He took an aggressive approach in the contest and scored 21 of his 31 points in the first quarter against Denver. He nearly produced a double-double, adding eight rebounds, seven assists, two steals and a block in the 120-108 victory on March 19. The Slovenian player looked around the room with a smile and began interacting with any teammate in sight. He looks across from his locker toward Dorian Finney-Smith and shares his disappointment in his teammate's outfit. 'Pink pants, man?' Dončić said jokingly to Finney-Smith. 'Seriously?' The duo have a longstanding friendship that started several years back when they were teammates on the Mavericks. Dončić also sang his rendition of Vanilla Ice's "Ice Ice Baby" before saying, 'Oh, sorry, A.R.' with a grin on his face toward teammate Austin Reaves, who was within arm's reach, doing his postgame media availability. How are the Lakers and their fans embracing Luka Dončić? The organization has used music to embrace Dončić as part of its effort to make Los Angeles his home away from home. On multiple occasions when he arrives from out of the home tunnel for pregame warmups, a Serbian song will immediately play over the Arena loudspeaker from various music artists such as Ana Bekuta, Ceca and Funky G. Fans in Los Angeles and across the country also continue to embrace the point guard. Dončić has been seen in multiple videos over recent weeks on social media where he takes the time to sign autographs of his jerseys, both new and old, for groups of people who are waiting for him to get on a team bus in different cities. Dončić was No. 8 in jersey sales during the first half of the season when he was still with the Mavericks, according to a post shared by the NBA's official Instagram on Jan. 28. The account has not posted similar information since Dončić was traded in the week that followed, but he likely climbed up that leader board with a strong demand for his new jersey in a big market. Lakers forward LeBron James was ranked second for the same period behind Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry. Fanatics had sold out the gold Lakers jersey with Dončić's name on the back just days after news of the trade took place, according to Yahoo Sports. Dončić has brought a different level of excitement and energy to the city of Los Angeles and the team, which was 31-19 before acquiring the international star. After a recent pregame shoot around, he could be found in the tunnel signing more autographs and leaving the crowd in shock by making a trick shot before running back to the locker room. 'You just feel the energy,' Dončić said after the game against the Nuggets on March 19. 'There are some crazy shots that I can hit and I know if I make one of those, the crowd will go crazy and give energy to me and the whole team.' Just days after he arrived in Los Angeles, Dončić became aware of the devastating wildfires that claimed the lives of many in his new community. He donated $500,000 through his foundation to help with immediate recovery efforts on Feb. 10. "I am also committed to helping rebuild courts, playgrounds and fields that were destroyed because every kid needs a safe place to play,' Dončić said in a statement when announcing the donation. When the point guard is playing, he works toward building his on-court chemistry with his teammates and coach JJ Redick through the final games before the playoffs. The Lakers began Wednesday with a 48-31 record and the third seed in the Western Conference. If the playoffs started, Los Angeles would play against the sixth-seeded Warriors. The Lakers are now 17 games back from the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder and four games back of the second-seeded Houston Rockets. The Lakers can officially clinch a playoff berth with a win against Dallas and further increase their chances of securing the third seed. The Lakers managed to get healthy at the right time, with James and Rui Hachimura back in the starting lineup after missing multiple games. The Lakers' primary starting lineup with James and Hachimura paired with Dončić, Reaves and Jaxson Hayes is 8-3. Without James, Dončić was the primary focus for the opposing defense. 'He has a pro approach," Finney-Smith said. "He's been a pro for a long time, even before the NBA. 'He is a competitor. He smiles a lot, but once he's on the court, he is a dog." Dončić's aggressive games led to him racking up double-digit points in the first half. 'It's not a strategy,' Dončić said after the game. 'It's just what the defense gives you. In the first (quarter), they'll just switch and let me go one-on-one, so I know at some point, they're going to double." He also produced 19 points in the first half against Indiana, but Dončić isn't impressed by his performances. He's much more focused on the Lakers' winning at this stage of the season. 'I think we just got to look back at the way we played at that eight-game winning streak,' Dončić told reporters on March 24 after the Lakers' recent three-game skid. 'I think we just got a little bit satisfied, we can't afford that right now." Dončić executed a no-look pass that led to an easy slam dunk by James during a game against the Grizzlies on Saturday. After connecting on one of their first alley-oops in February, James referred to himself and Luka as members of a football team. 'I'm a natural-born wide receiver, and he's a natural-born quarterback, so it fits perfectly,' James said. 'I've been running the floor and filling lanes my whole life, and he's been throwing great passes his whole life. 'It's not hard to get a rhythm when you have that kind of connection. It's all about eye contact and him being the great quarterback that he is.' With the attention the primary duo attracts on the court, opponents' game plans tend to shift toward them and leave opportunities for their teammates to take advantage of. What the Lakers are able to do with those opportunities could be the difference in how far the team's postseason run can be. The team had to finish its game Tuesday night against the Thunder without Dončić, who was ejected in the second half of the game after a verbal exchange with a fan. The Lakers struggled without Dončić available and the Thunder produced a scoring run that put the game out of reach for the remaining players. Luka Dončić stats Dončić has averaged 27.6 points, 8.2 rebounds and 7.7 assists per game in 48 games this season. Who do the Lakers play next? The Lakers will play the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET.
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Social Rundown: Grain mill explosion, students build hope, Vanilla Ice in downtown Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Welcome back to the Social Rundown, where you can learn about the online trends happening globally and in Texoma, too! Want to get the latest tea or news on what's trending on social media? Tune in daily! Grain Elevator Explosion In Sunray, Texas, a massive explosion took place at a grain mill where five people were injured, according to officials. Students help build hope. Students from Mountain Heritage High School in Yancey County, North Carolina, are in an advanced carpentry class and helping build tiny homes for the victims of Hurricane Helene. Vanilla Ice in Wichita Falls Wichita Falls had a live performance from the only vanilla ice. A pretty good crowd enjoyed the on-tour-live outside venue on Saturday, where people could watch the live performance close up to the stage or enjoy in the comfort of their lawn chairs a few hundred feet back. The show openers were DJ Tito Productions, who blended all sorts of 2000s hits before the Ice Ice Baby singer popped off on stage.e Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
29-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'Stop, collaborate, and listen' Vanilla Ice prepares to hit the stage in downtown Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — We are just over 24 hours away from the iconic hip-hop artist known for his billboard chart-topping hit 'Ice Ice Baby.' That's right. The one and only Vanilla Ice will perform at On Tour Live in downtown Wichita Falls on Saturday, March 29, starting at 9 p.m. Wyatt Ferguson, owner of On Tour Live, said Taco Darlin' will provide food, and an open bar will be available. For general admission, you can bring lawn chairs, but be mindful that seating is limited. 'The biggest thing here, honestly, is, there's a lot of people all over Wichita Falls that continuously kind of say there's not a whole lot to do here they want to see more live music coming, or they want to see, you know, city buildings being used for live music and such. And so we're trying to do everything we can to bring that,' Ferguson said. Ferguson said he hopes that continuing to put on huge shows like this will put to rest those rumors when someone in town says there's nothing to do in Wichita Falls. 'But the only way it keeps going is by getting supported by the community. And that doesn't mean you have to love every band that we bring. But coming out supporting is what helps us keep doing stuff and bringing those future bands that they do love,' Ferguson said. Tickets are still available. General admission is just $35. Ferguson said he does have a couple of VIP tables left to purchase, and he is offering discounts for educators, police officers and firefighters. Doors open at 6 p.m., DJ Tito hits the stage at 7 p.m., followed by Vanilla Ice. For more information on how to purchase your tickets, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Buzz Feed
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
16 Celebrities Who Are So Freaking Talented, They Could Be Famous For Something Entirely Different Than What You Know Them From
It's not uncommon for actors to dabble in singing, dancing, or vice versa. In fact, some of the biggest celebs we know are multitalented performers. But I bet you weren't aware that some of the most-loved celebrities had skills unrelated to what they became famous for. For example, there's an actor who used to be a doctor, an actress who almost made the Olympic archery team, and an athlete who now owns their own interior design firm. I've rounded up 16 celebs who fit the latter category, and I was surprised to learn a lot of these: 1. Vanilla Ice You may know the rapper, whose real name is Rob Van Winkle, for his 1990 hit song "Ice Ice Baby." However, most aren't aware that the musician was also extremely skilled at jet ski racing — so much so that he was sponsored by Kawasaki and even ranked 6th in the 1995 Lake Havasu Jet Ski World Finals. 2. Hugh Laurie The English actor is most known for his work in House, Blackadder, and Stuart Little, but he's also an accomplished jazz pianist, saxophonist, guitarist, and drum player. Just take one good look at his Spotify profile and you'll see all of his amazing work. 3. James Cameron This one's not exactly a secret, but the writer, producer, and director is also a deep-sea explorer. He's most known for being the first person to solo dive to the bottom of the Mariana Trench, the deepest part of the ocean. 4. Terry Crews When I found out that Terry Crews is a fine artist (I'm talking drawings and paintings), I was surprised. Apparently, the football player and actor has a true passion for art. He's gone on Jimmy Kimmel to showcase his paintings and has even illustrated a cover of Ad Age Magazine. 5. Steve Martin The Emmy award winner is certainly known for his work in comedy shows and movies, but did you know he's also really, really good at playing the banjo? He's even won an instrumental Grammy for one of his songs. 6. Ken Jeong You hear about a lot of people doing a career switch, but this story is pretty unexpected. Ken Jeong practiced medicine for seven years while doing occasional comedy club shows and improv stints before he decided to act full-time. (He went on to land roles in Knocked Up, The Hangover, and Role Models.) And fun fact: Jeong still maintains his medical license and has helped with medical emergencies on set. 7. Jack Johnson There's no question everyone knows Jack Johnson for his hit songs, "Upside Down" and "Banana Pancakes." Some might not know that he was also a very talented surfer. At age 14, he scored a Quiksilver sponsorship and became the youngest person to try out for the finals of the 1992 Pipeline Masters. After getting into a bad surfing accident, Johnson started to play his guitar — a hobby he'd always enjoyed but didn't see as an actual career. 8. Matthew Perry A lot of people may not know that the late Friends actor was also a nationally ranked junior tennis player for Canada. Amazingly, he earned spots in the Top 20 in singles and Top 10 in doubles before pivoting to acting full-time. Robert Mora / Getty Images 9. Natalie Portman Jason Merritt / Getty Images We all know the Academy Award-winning actress for her work in Black Swan, Jackie, and Star Wars, but Natalie Portman also has a lesser-known talent — neuroscience. Not only did she earn her bachelor's degree from Harvard University, but she also had academic papers published in scientific journals. James Devaney / WireImage 10. Jennifer Tilly Jason Laveris / FilmMagic You'll recognize her from Chucky, Bound, and Liar Liar, but she's also a skilled poker player who has won many professional poker tournaments. Joe Scarnici / FilmMagic 11. Lucy Liu Sonia Recchia / Getty Images The award-winning actor has clearly had a successful career in the entertainment industry, but she's also an accomplished painter. Using the name Yu Ling, Lucy Liu has painted several stunning works of art and had her own art exhibition at the National Museum of Singapore. Monica Schipper / Getty Images for IMDb 12. Geena Davis Derek White / Getty Images for Bentonville Film Festival You're probably familiar with a ton of Geena Davis's movies because she's been in just about everything (Thelma & Louise, Beetlejuice, Stuart Little, and much more). However, you might not have been so keen on the fact that the Academy Award winner was a near Olympic-level archer. Davis tried out for the US Olympic archery team in 1999, placing 24th out of 28 in the Olympic trial semifinals. Jeff Christensen / Getty Images 13. Jessica Simpson Kevin Mazur / WireImage Jessica Simpson might have initially gotten recognition for her singing and acting skills, but these days, she's probably more known for her namesake clothing company. Rodin Eckenroth / Getty Images for W Magazine 14. Emma Watson Dave Benett / Dave Benett / Getty Images for Violet Films You're probably aware that Emma Watson has had quite the career. She starred as Hermione Granger in Harry Potter and worked on several humanitarian efforts before being asked to serve as a UN Women's Goodwill Ambassador. Angela Weiss / AFP via Getty Images 15. Bridgit Mendler Lester Cohen / Getty Images for City of Hope You've likely seen the headlines, so you know Bridget Mendler has a fully-stacked resume. Most people know her from her acting and singing days on Disney Channel, but she's now the CEO of a satellite data company. She also went to Harvard Law School, MIT, and USC. Seriously, what can't she do? Mindy Best / Getty Images 16. Venus Williams Jb Lacroix / WireImage The tennis champion is a household name across the world, but many don't realize she also has a knack for interior design. Not only is she the founder of the South Florida-based interior design company V Starr, but she also cofounded Palazzo, an AI-driven interior design platform. Sun Sentinel / Tribune News Service via Getty Images Can you think of any other celebrities who belong on this list? Let me know in the comments!
