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20-05-2025
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Doku stays as close as possible to Ghanaian roots Manchester City's Jeremy Doku joins Mary Omatiga to discuss staying as close as he can to his Ghanaian heritage and how street football shaped the play style he brings to the Premier League now. 6:00 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
The Irish Sun
19-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Maidstone fan wipes out goading Boreham Wood rival with ‘tackle of the season' after play-off final defeat
A GOADING fan was wiped out by "the tackle of the season" from a rival supporter at a sell-out play-off final. And when the clip went viral, viewers made it clear where their sympathies lay. 2 This flying challenge took the man and his beer by surprise 2 There was a brief flare-up afterwards but the floored man looked dazed And as fans streamed onto the pitch afterwards, one beer-swilling Wood follower out on the turf decided to taunt away supporters in a stand. The man, who was wearing jeans and a hoodie, danced around pointing upwards as he tormented opposition fans. But from 30 yards away on the other half of the pitch, a supporter came hurtling towards him - without him realising it. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL And the sprinting offender finished his surge with a two-footed slide that sent the man and his beer crashing to the ground - in opposite directions. The floored victim got up and jumped back as if startled. Meanwhile, another man in a hoodie tried to confront the tackler - only to slip up and be guided away by a third fan. Supporters in the stand could be heard roaring their approval at the lunging 'challenge' on the Wood fan Most read in Sport BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK And although it was an aggressive move - to say the least - the tackler also appeared to win the backing of viewers. One said: "Maidstone fan with tackle of the season on a Boreham Wood fan." Non-league rising teenage talent at centre of transfer tussle and branded 'next Jeremy Doku' shows off skills Another posted: "Great tackle, a little late but a phenomenal challenge." A third wrote: Totally deserved and good on him, grown men goading the oppo after a huge final win." A fourth claimed: "He didn't expect a Maidstone fan to do this in retaliation." And a fifth observer reckoned the victim paid the price for mocking away followers as one of them "took matters into his own hands". It followed yet another incredibly tight season in National League South. Truo were the only side to go up automatically -- as champions on goal difference from Torquay. But only three points separated second place from Dorking in sixth. Maidstone finished seven points adrift in seventh place - the last play-off spot. And in the final Charles Clayden's brilliant 47th-minute winner sent Wood back to the National League at the first attempt in front of a 3,500 crowd at Meadow Park. Scunthorpe beat fellow ex-EFL club Chester 2-1 after extra time in the National League North play-off final.
The Irish Sun
17-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Crystal Palace face battle with David Beckham's Salford for non-league winger Bright Siaw who's branded ‘next Doku'
CRYSTAL PALACE are pushing to sign one of the top rising stars of non-league football. But they could face competition for his signature from 5 Bright Siaw is a transfer target for Premier League and Championship clubs Credit: X / Barnet FC 5 The youngster signed his first pro contract at Barnet in March Credit: X / Barnet FC 5 The 18-year-old winger has been compared to Jeremy Doku Credit: X / Barnet FC The Eagles hope to confirm their spot in next season's Europa League by Oliver Glasner will then look to bolster his squad to strengthen for their campaign in Europe. But the South Londoners are also fighting to keep hold of some of their star men - including Now SunSport can exclusively reveal they are hoping to seal a deal to land a teenage sensation. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL The 18-year-old winger also has interest from another big Premier League club, Championship sides including Eze's former team QPR and even abroad. Salford City are also tracking his progress after taking a look, too. A deal to the Premier League or Championship is more likely to be struck at the end of the 2025-26 campaign, giving him another year to develop at Barnet. Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS Siaw has had his style of wing play compared to Manchester City wide man Jeremy Doku. He signed his first professional one-year contract with the Bees in March - having made his first-team debut in the FA Trophy in December. 'Raiders of The Selhurst Park' - Bidding war for Guehi and Eze imminient? Siaw, who can also play at wing-back, then headed to Isthmian League South Central Division side Southall FC on loan to get experience in senior football. But with A source told SunSport: 'Bright is a direct winger, pacey and powerful. 'He's not a typical modern-day football, he's very old school. 'He is the next non-league talent that will be on the move.' Siaw will be hoping to 5 Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner may view Siaw as a long-term replacement for Eberechi Eze Credit: Getty 5 Salford owners Gary Neville and David Beckham could sign the teenager Credit: Getty
NBC Sports
16-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Manchester City's Jeremy Doku on Confidence, Culture, and Competition
Before Manchester City winger Jeremy Doku was speeding past defenders with flair and finesse — earning high praise from Pep Guardiola — he was just a fan of the game. His love for football was nurtured in the living room of his Ghanaian household, where he grew up watching Match of the Day with his family. His confidence and dribbling prowess took shape in the streets of Antwerp, where, as a kid, pride was on the line — something that meant everything at the time. Doku rose through the ranks of Anderlecht, making his professional debut at 16. After 37 appearances, he joined Ligue 1's Stade Rennais, where he spent three seasons. In 2023, Doku signed a five-year contract with Manchester City. The Belgian international joined NBC Sports' By Way of Africa series, where he reflects on his Ghanaian heritage, his rise to the Premier League, and his passion for challenging his opponents. Doku also opens up about Manchester City's turbulent campaign this season and how it's only fueled his drive. Manchester City will face Crystal Palace on Saturday, May 17, at 11:30 AM ET in the FA Cup Final. *This interview has been edited for length and clarity. You grew up in Belgium, but your family is from Ghana. When I talk to a lot of first-generation athletes, no matter where they come from, they all have a similar experience where inside the home reflected the culture of their parents' country and outside was wherever they lived. Did you have that experience? What was that dynamic like for you growing up? Jeremy Doku: Yeah, my parents are from Ghana. I always grew up in that culture, even outside, I had a lot of Ghanaian friends. I also speak the language, so I always try to stay as close as possible [to my culture], and I think that's what makes me who I am now. I read that you really fell in love with the Premier League sitting alongside your family at home, watching Match of the Day. Can you paint that picture for me? What were those nights like, and how did your family and Ghanaian roots shape your love for the game? Doku: I was always watching with my dad and my brother. My mom didn't really fancy it, so she was in her room, but we were watching it. Sometimes I didn't have the time to watch the games themselves, so it was always fun to watch the highlights. That's why I always said, 'I want to play in the Premier League one day.' There were some Ghanaian players I liked to watch at that point. I think that was important for me — to be in the Premier League and to be at the biggest stage and perform. That was my objective. That was my goal. A post shared by Manchester City (@mancity) What was your breakthrough moment? When did you realize that you could really go far in this sport? Doku: When I was around 14 or 15, I got a lot of attention from big teams, and I started to see that I was a bit better than the others. I thought, 'Okay, maybe now I have a good chance to make it through'. But there was a long way to go. Then, when I was 16 and made my debut, I realized this was the real deal. After that, everything moved quickly. At 18, I made my transfer to France, and at 20, I made my transfer to England to join one of the biggest teams in the world. One of your strengths is your footwork—the dribbling, the creativity, the showmanship. That takes a lot of confidence. One of your former coaches said that you really loved to challenge your opponents when you were younger. You even said your dream was to make your opponents cry. Where does that confidence and love for the challenge come from? Doku: I played a lot on the street. There's a lot of lot of dribbling and showing who's the best. So that mentality and my skills come from the street. You know when something works a lot, and when you see that you're good at it? I think that's where confidence comes from. I'm very confident in my dribbling, but that doesn't mean I'm confident in every aspect of my football. But with dribbling, because it often works and I know that I'm good at it, I'm very confident. So when I go up against a defender, I'm confident that I'm going to pass him. Even if I fail, I know that next time, I'll have a big chance to succeed. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 15: Jeremy Doku of Manchester City takes on Dan Burn of Newcastle United during the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Newcastle United FC at Etihad Stadium on February 15, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey - Danehouse/Getty Images) Getty Images You've experienced two very different seasons at Manchester City. From lifting the title one year to dealing with adversity the next. What has this season taught you about yourself? Doku: Winning your Premier League title in the first year is not common. So this year really showed me that every year you need to be at that standard. Teams get better every year. [Other] teams don't want to see you win, so the year after, they will come for you. Congratulations to Liverpool, but looking at them, I'm like, 'Okay, no, even if I won it last year, I want to win it again. [I have] that hunger. I really feel that even more now. I've learned that you always have to go and get it. Nothing is going to be given to you because you're not the only one who wants to win. There are a lot of good teams in this league, and the Premier League is so hard, so you have to [show up] every time. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MAY 19: Jeremy Doku of Manchester City celebrates with the Premier League Trophy after their team's victory during the Premier League match between Manchester City and West Ham United at Etihad Stadium on May 19, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by) Pep Guardiola called you 'the best player in the world in five meters.' What did hearing those words mean to you, and what have you learned from him? Doku: Obviously, that is a nice compliment. I knew already that my acceleration is one of my strongest points, both physically and in the way I play. He's already told me that a couple of times in training sessions or after games, but for him to say it publicly is a big compliment, and I appreciate it. I'm always confident in my dribbling. I know that with my speed, I can always get past [my opponent] if I execute right. So that's always good to hear that, of course. MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - APRIL 22: Pep Guardiola, Manager of Manchester City, reacts with Jeremy Doku of Manchester City after the team's victory in the Premier League match between Manchester City FC and Aston Villa FC at Etihad Stadium on April 22, 2025 in Manchester, England. (Photo by) Editor's Note: By Way of Africa is a series committed to highlighting the talent and stories from the African continent and its diaspora. African stories are worth telling, and the culture—all of the languages, tribes, and traditions—is worth celebrating. Embedded in these narratives is a profound testament to the diligence, discipline, and work ethic deeply ingrained in African heritage. Whether born on the continent or dispersed across the globe, the contributions of these stories to society resound uniquely, by way of Africa.
NBC Sports
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC Sports
Doku stays as close as possible to Ghanaian roots
Manchester City's Jeremy Doku joins Mary Omatiga to discuss staying as close as he can to his Ghanaian heritage and how street football shaped the play style he brings to the Premier League now.
