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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Russell Martin must realise Rangers dissenters will be dressed in blue and here's the sour truth
They expect the mercury to be tickling 35 degrees when Rangers kick off the second leg of their Champions League qualifier in the ancient city of Athens next week. But let's be honest, the heat will already be turned up on new boss Russell Martin long before he even boards the charter flight to the scorched Greek capital. On Tuesday night Martin will select a team for his first competitive game in charge since becoming Philippe Clement's successor and it feels reasonable to assume his every decision will be picked apart by a largely sceptical support which doesn't know quite what to expect from its new manager. Or head coach as they call it these days. READ MORE: Rangers Judgement Day gets brutally honest Jury verdict as the hammer comes down on Champions League chances READ MORE: Andrej Bacanin makes Celtic transfer intentions clear amid Rangers claim as direct link with Lennon Miller emerges There's little point in sugar coating it. The sour truth is there has been a pretty mixed reaction to Martin's appointment from these Rangers fans ever since he emerged as the last man standing in the hunt for the bungling Belgian's replacement. It's fair to say some of them didn't much like the idea. And the rest were so diametrically opposed to his coronation that they found it almost offensive. All of which brings a cast iron guarantee that Martin will be up against it in the battle to win hearts and minds before a ball is even kicked in this multi-million pound double header against Panathinaikos. HIs selection, his tactics and his philosophy on how the game ought to be played will be scrutinised and pored over like never before in his fledgling managerial career. He's an intelligent man and a deep thinker so Martin will be smart enough to have worked all of this out for himself already. When his team was booed off the pitch at half time in his first pre-season friendly against Brugge he was given an early introduction to the extremities of the local environment. But if his team finds itself two goals down again at the interval on Tuesday then the temperature in the stands will very probably make his eyeballs start to sweat. What Martin really has to understand is that some of the die-hards dressed up in blue inside his own stadium will be almost itching to see him fall flat on his face in order to justify the depths of their own reservations and the validity of their concerns. If they didn't want him here in the first place then it stands to reason that they are unlikely to go digging deep in search of tolerance and patience where the new man is concerned. And yet, ironically, these are the very traits which Martin deserves from the supporters now that he's been tossed this hot potato of a gig by sporting director Kevin Thelwell and Gretar Steinsson of the San Francisco 49ers. Somehow a fan base which has had its endurance exhausted over the years will have to find it in its heart of hearts to give Martin a bit of time and understanding. They're emotionally spent. Completely maxed out by season after season of the same old same old. And that's entirely understandable. Given their unflinching backing, they really do deserve better than what they've been served up by a succession of broken, dysfunctional boards and malfunctioning managers. But none of that is attributable to Martin or to chairman Andrew Cavenagh and the club's new American owners. As this column has suggested several times over the last few weeks and months, while Cavenagh's takeover was being pushed through, things are likely to get a little worse before they can begin to get any better. The enormous scale of the task of turning Rangers around means it all feels a little too much too soon for Martin who, despite being almost manic in the transfer market over the past couple of weeks, simply hasn't had the time required to carry out the necessary surgery. So far, seven new recruits have been secured. Free agent Lyall Cameron was on his way from Dundee before Martin put pen to paper, Max Aaarons has joined on a season long loan with his Bournemouth team mate Joe Rothwell making a more permanent move from the south coast. Manny Fernandez, Thelo Aasgaard and Djeidi Gassama have been snapped up on long term deals and Nasser Djiga has been rented from Wolves on a 12 month deal. Of course, Martin could make as many as two further additions to his squad right up until Monday night's UEFA signing deadline for the double header but even if he does welcome one or more new arrivals at the 11th hour, this whole project will absolutely remain a work in progress. Hamza Igamane and Cyriel Dessers have both been named among his attackers for these two games against the Greeks but there's no certainty either of them will be around for the longer haul. And the man Martin wants as his defensive linchpin and on field sergeant major, Conor Coady, remains locked inside Leicester City's pre-season training camp in Austria waiting to be given permission to finally make his way to Glasgow - if that green light ever comes. The bottom line underpinning all of this uncertainty is that Martin has been left scrambling against the clock this summer as he attempts to take a blank canvas approach to redesigning the way Rangers go about their business on the pitch. Such a radical recalibration is long overdue. It really ought to have been overseen years ago, most probably when the club tumbled down the leagues towards the oblivion of the fourth tier back in 2012. But, on the contrary, Martin has had just a few short weeks to get it all in order in time for the big unveiling against Panathinaikos. If it all feels like a bit of a rushed job then that's precisely because that's what it is. What Martin deserves most of all is a bit of time and patience in order to bring his vision together and create a new, contemporary looking Rangers side. The absurdity of the situation he's walked into dictates he's likely to get neither. After so many years of suffering and being subjected to Celtic's era of domestic dominance, these fans can hardly be blamed for wanting it all done yesterday. But, even so, when Tuesday comes, they may have to be prepared to cut Martin a little bit of slack.
Time of India
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
WWE Evolution 2025 (July 13, 2025) Results: Judgement Day duo Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez retain Tag Team Championship title in Fatal-4-way match
Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez retain Tag Team Championship title (Image via WWE) Evolution 2025 is in full swing, with the WWE Women's Tag Team Champion match taking center stage. Teams from the RAW, SmackDown, and NXT divisions came together for an exciting time that had the fans screaming. Liv Morgan's unfortunate shoulder injury caused a disruption to the tag team lineup, leading Raquel Rodriguez to begrudgingly team up with Roxanne Perez, but the show must go on. They came up against the unlikely team-up of Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair, who qualified for the title match by beating B-Fab and Michin, and the Secret Hervice. Hopefully, they can maintain their working camaraderie without compromising the outcome. The other two tag teams are RAW's the Kabuki Warriors - Kairi Sane and Asuka, and NXT's Sol Ruca and Zaria. These four teams had a fierce battle to come up as the dominant duo and rule over the others to become champions on this historic night. Raquel Rodriguez and Roxanne Perez come out as winners of the fatal-4-way match The fatal four-way match started off well, fast-paced and full of action. Fans saw Kairi Sane going off on the new Judgement Day member, Roxanne Perez, with a drop kick. From there, it's a mess of who's going after whom. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like American Investor Warren Buffett Recommends: 5 Books For Turning Your Life Around Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The two teams go after one another, exchanging tags, before Sol Ruca and Zaria enter the ring as well. Finally, Alexa Bliss comes in after getting the tag, and the match is in full swing. Evolution Tag Teams (Image via WWE) It's a quick work of who will finally take the win as all four teams battle it out to come out on top. The NXT tag team gives a tough competition, as do the Kabuki Warriors, and while the duo of Bliss and Charlotte Flair brings some fun to the table, it is Raquel Rodriguez who retains her belt alongside Roxanne Perez as the Tag Team Champions. While Perez dives on Flair, it is her partner who gets Sol up for a one-armed powerbomb. The Judgment Day win by pinfall. Perez is over the moon with the win, and Rodriguez, too, looks adequately pleased with her new partner at the end of the match. Looks like a night full of wonder. Also Read: WWE Evolution 2025 (July 13 2025) Results: Becky Lynch retains Intercontinental title in captivating triple threat match For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here . Catch Manika Batra's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 3. Watch Here!
Time of India
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Controversial Liv Morgan segment during Monday Night Raw creates confusion among fans
Photo via WWE/X Monday Night Raw kicked off with a controversial backstage segment. Roxanne Perez made a shrine for Liv Morgan, who has been out due to injury. The setup included candles, plants and a photo of Morgan. It looked similar to the appearance of a tribute. They are built to acknowledge the death of a performer. The segment created confusion and received backlash from the fans. However, Raquel Rodriguez appeared to clear the air on Morgan's injury status. Roxanne Perez sets up a shrine for Liv Morgan Liv Morgan is still healing from her injury. However, a segment in the recent episode of Monday Night Raw created confusion for many. Roxanne Perez, who replaced Morgan for Women's Tag gold, made a shrine for the former champion. It was visible during a backstage segment of the latest Raw episode. The segment saw the Judgement Day member reliving their previous wins. Breaking the momentum, Raquel Rodriguez appeared and was shocked, looking at the shrine. She stated, 'Y'all, she is alive. She has been rehabbing every day. She is gonna be back real soon.' Despite Rodriguez's optimism, not everyone in the team shared the feeling. Finn Balor stated, 'I wouldn't be so sure about that. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Khuyến Mãi Tủ Lạnh và Lựa Chọn Tủ Lạnh 2-4 Cánh Giá Tốt Năm 2025 LocalPlan Tìm Ngay Undo You remember I hurt my shoulder? It took me eight months to recover. And I think it's a good picture.' Raquel Rodriguez will now be defending her Women's Tag Team Championship alongside Roxanne Perez at Evolution 2. Fans slam WWE for the controversial Liv Morgan segment Seems like the light-hearted segment was not funny to all. Fans across social media platforms criticised the company for the segment. One of the fans wrote, 'Was this supposed to be funny? It was stupid.' Another fan believed that it was an insult to the personalities that the sport has lost in recent times. They wrote, 'Pretty odd to do with all the celebrities we have lost recently' 'Whoever posted this, needs to be fired immediately' A fan confusingly wrote, 'Wait I'm confused she died, (I haven't watched tonight episode yet) I thought she was injured irl not that she died from injury, anyway thoughts and prayers' It is not known when the wrestler will return. However, Morgan has not been out of the storyline. Her injury is now being used by the company to weave segments across different events. Also Read: WWE Undisputed Champion John Cena's ex-girlfriend and a popular diva booked for lackluster match at Evolution Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
India Today
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Priyanka Chopra says doing laundry is tough, got mother-in-law to do it instead
Actor Priyanka Chopra may be shining on screen in her latest Hollywood film 'Heads of State', but when it comes to real-life chores, she has a funny confession. She doesn't like doing laundry. In an interview, Priyanka shared that she once got her mother-in-law, Denise Miller Jonas, to do it for to People Magazine, Priyanka said, "Laundry is a hard chore for me. I find it tough. I'll always try to get someone else to do it." She added, "I can steam an iron, I can fold. But just getting through the process of laundry is just really tough. Too many buttons, too many choices, too many little things. My mother-in-law tried to teach me once, but that was just my way of getting her to do my laundry for me."advertisementLaughing, she said she would now have to call her mother-in-law and warn her about the same, saying, 'I'm going to call her right now and tell her I said this. 'Just want you to know'.' Priyanka married singer Nick Jonas in 2018 and often shares sweet family moments online - from celebrating festivals together to spending time with their daughter Malti an earlier interview on The Jennifer Hudson Show, she shared that her in-laws had watched her win Miss World back in 2000. "My mother-in-law was like, 'I remember watching you when you won.' He (Nick) was 7, I was 17. And he was sitting there, and he was watching," she the work front, Priyanka is currently enjoying the success of 'Heads of State' on Prime Video, where she stars alongside John Cena and Idris Elba. Up next, she will be seen in 'The Bluff' with Karl Urban and 'Judgement Day' with Zac Efron and Will Ferrell.- EndsTrending Reel
Wales Online
26-06-2025
- Sport
- Wales Online
Beaten English finalists confirm signing of 'exceptional' Welsh-qualified star
Beaten English finalists confirm signing of 'exceptional' Welsh-qualified star Gabriel Hamer-Webb had put himself in contention to tour Japan with Wales following a strong end to the season Cardiff wing Gabriel Hamer-Webb after the win over Munster (Image: Chris Fairweather/Huw Evans Agency ) Leicester Tigers have confirmed the signing of Welsh-qualified winger Gabriel Hamer-Webb following his departure from Cardiff last month. The 24-year-old, who qualifies for Wales through his Cardiff-born mother, had put himself into contention for the summer tour of Japan with a strong end to the season at the Arms Park - including a hat-trick against the Ospreys at Judgement Day. However, he wasn't included in Matt Sherratt's squad for the two-Test tour. The Blue and Blacks had been hopeful of keeping hold of the former England U20s wing, but his departure from the Welsh capital was announced in May. And now, beaten Gallagher Premiership finalists Leicester have confirmed they have signed Hamer-Webb ahead of next season. 'I'm really excited about joining the Tigers," said Hamer-Webb. "The group is littered with brilliant players, and I intend to add to that next season, I've played alongside the likes of Jack van Poortvliet and Freddie Steward already and looking forward to building on that connection again. "I see massive potential with Leicester Tigers to go on and do great things in the league and Europe.' Sign up to Inside Welsh rugby on Substack to get exclusive news stories and insight from behind the scenes in Welsh rugby. Article continues below He added: 'It is an incredible place to play, having played there against Leicester Tigers before I know how passionate the fans are, and hope I can give them lots of reasons to make some noise.' Hamer-Webb had joined Cardiff from Bath on a short-term contract during the 2023-24 season, before eventually signing a permanent deal with the club. After his departure was announced last month, Hamer-Webb thanked the club "for the opportunity to represent the city that means so much to my family". "Most importantly I'd like to thank my team-mates and the fans for the many memories I am leaving with," he added. Hamer-Webb joins Leicester amid a time of monumental change for the Tigers. Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika decided to not stay for a second season, with former England and Lions second-row Geoff Parling replacing him. Wales defence coach Mike Forshaw is set to join the coaching staff at the Welford Road club. Speaking about the signing of Hamer-Webb, Leicester general manager Richard Wilks said: 'Gabriel is an exceptional athlete who adds important competition to our outside backs next season. "He's powerful, fast and, as we've seen for Cardiff recently, a very strong finisher. Article continues below 'We identified him a while ago as a potential Leicester Tigers player and, since then, his game has gone from strength to strength, so it's exciting that we will be bringing him in on the back of that kind of form to build on further under Geoff Parling. 'He's keen to show what he is capable of at this level, as well as being determined to bring further success to this club which is a great sign and excites us all ahead of his arrival.'
