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Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
If PSG beat Inter, coach Luis Enrique will recreate this ritual in memory of deceased daughter Xana who passed away from cancer
The complex, brilliant and demanding coach of Paris Saint-Germain, Luis Enrique, who turned 55 on Thursday, wants to relive a poignant moment from the past in the memory if his daughter, Xana. It is a quiet, added motivation for PSG when they taken Inter Milan in the final of the UEFA Champions League on May 32. At age 9, Xana passed away after as a result of osteosarcoma, a type of cancer that attacks the bones and particularly affects children. Argentine publication Clarin while rooting for their man Lautaro Martínez who will wear blue and black of Inter, said that 'it will be very difficult not to root a little for Luis Enrique, the coach who moved the world.' Enrique, known as 'Lucho' in Spanish international media, is admired worldwide for his poised courage when dealing with the tragedy that struck his young family with Xana's illness. Clarin says the Asturian coach managed to overcome his grief in 2019 by showing extraordinary and moving strength. Back when Xana was detected, Lucho stepped away from the national team for a while 'for family reasons'. In his autobiographical miniseries 'You Have No F… Idea', produced in Spain and currently playing on Prime Video, Lucho has looked back on the tough times around the death of his 9-year-old daughter. He was already a champion with Messi's Barcelona in 2015, and while seeking glory in Paris against Inter, he declared with a smile, that should PSG win in Munich, he will repeat the ritual from Barca win for his daughter. 'I have incredible memories, because my daughter loved parties, and I'm sure she's still having them wherever she is,' he was quoted by Clarin. He continued: 'I remember an incredible photo I have with her at the Champions League final in Berlin, after winning the Champions League in 2015, planting a Barcelona flag on the pitch. I wish I could do the same with PSG,' he added. Barca of 2015 was the legendary MSN-era, of Messi , Suárez , and Neymar, who won everything they played in the 2015 season. Winning with PSG, no longer a side of Galacticos after Messi, Neymar and Mbappe left, but coherent with Donnarumma, Dembele and Fabi Ruiz, will also be an opportunity to pay tribute to his daughter. Luis Enrique Martínez García, known and adopted by the football world as Luis Enrique, is described by Clarin as 'a warrior on the pitch, as well as a fierce goalscorer, despite the fact that he stood out playing in the midfield with the shirts of Barcelona, Real Madrid and the Spanish national team , the only three he wore as a player, in addition to that of Gijón, his city. That imprint carried over into his career as a coach, and it is clear that it also guides his life.' After eliminating Arsenal 3-1 aggregate by winning both matches in the semi-finals, Lucho hasa chance to become European champion again. Lucho also coached Qatar at the World Cup and surprised fans by running marathons and triathlons when he was considered the best coach in the world, as per Clarin. Having played in three World Cups in the 1990s he went to Qatar 2022 as a coach, where he was known for his bike rides. His live streams gained a huge following for elucidating on his adventure in the Middle East, in a relaxed and cheerful manner despite the fact that he had to analyze his team's inconsistent campaign, losingbin pre quarters. In the miniseries 'You Have No F… Idea', Lucho looks back at Xana's death: 'I consider myself lucky, I am very lucky. My daughter came to live with us for nine wonderful years,' he expressed. 'We have a thousand memories of her, videos, incredible things. My mother couldn't have photos of Xana. Until I came home and said to her, 'Why aren't there any photos of Xana, Mom?' 'I can't, I can't…' she would say. 'Mom, you have to put up photos of Xana, Xana is alive,' I replied,' he recounts in his miniseries. 'She's not here physically, but she is here spiritually. Because every day we talk about her, we laugh and remember her. Because I think Xana still sees us. How do I want Xana to think that we lived through this…?' Lucho's time with PSG has been memorable beyond the persistetsuccess in Europe. His press conferences have endeared him to Parisians. In the first, he tried to learn French and mocked his difficulties, Clarin writes. Recently, he congratulated a journalist who was doing an internship for the question she had asked him. And in another moment, he spoke about a topic that is natural and everyday for him but that leaves a lump in his throat: his memory of Xana. 'My daughter won't be there, she won't be there physically, but she'll be there spiritually, and that's very important to me. I'm motivated to continue moving forward with what life gives me, sharing it with my family,' the Spaniard said recently. Lucho, with his wife, Elena Cullel, and his two oldest children, Pacho and Sira, has committed himself to the fight against cancer and decided to create the 'Xana Foundation' in March 2024. Its main objective is to offer comprehensive care and support to children and young people affected by serious illnesses and to provide support to their families. In addition, it has its own programs and collaborates with and funds external projects related to the cause. On his Twitch channel, Clarin quoted him as saying, 'The Xana Foundation was created with the purpose of helping all those people who, unfortunately, go through these experiences and do not have the resources to support their children. In our case, we were lucky enough to be able to leave our jobs and dedicate ourselves 100% to Xana in her process. We want to help these families and accompany them.'
Daily Mail
28-04-2025
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Ex CEO of Continental Airlines accused of seizing girlfriend's body after mysterious death in Mexican clinic
The former CEO of Continental Airlines is embroiled in a $10million lawsuit after being accused of seizing the corpse of his socialite girlfriend after she died mysteriously at a Mexican dermatology clinic. Jessica Rossman, 56, went for a 'standard dermatology procedure' in Puerto Vallarta last month but 'never made it out' of the facility, according to a complaint filed by her brother, Lucho Rossman. Lucho suspects foul play and wants an independent autopsy performed in the US to determine what killed his vivacious, 'healthy' sister, a retired lawyer and charity stalwart. But he claims that's not possible because Jessica's longtime partner Gordon Bethune – a celebrated former aviation executive and CNBC contributor – 'improperly took control' of her body and plans to cremate it. The troubling allegation is detailed in a seven-page complaint filed in Houston and obtained exclusively by Lucho wants 83-year-old Bethune hit with a restraining order, barring him from possessing, controlling or cremating Jessica's remains so the Rossmans can finally have her repatriated. 'Time is of the essence!' Lucho's suit pleads. 'The decedent's remains continue to deteriorate with each passing day.' The grieving sibling is also seeking between $1million and $10million in damages from Bethune, who has not commented or filed a response to Friday's filing. Lucho, who filed the petition for a temporary restraining order on Friday, said he 'has suspicions of foul play' and described his sister as a 'healthy 56-year-old woman' Jessica and Bethune were vacationing in Puerto Vallarta last month when her shellshocked family received a call to say her body was in a morgue at the city's Forensic Science Institute. Exactly how she came to be there is shrouded in mystery and officials in the Pacific Coast resort have not disclosed the cause of her death. 'On March 31, 2025, while in Puerto Vallarta, Jessica went to a dermatology clinic for a standard procedure,' the suit reads. 'Suddenly, and without any explanation given, Jessica never made it out of the aforementioned procedure, as she inexplicably passed away during her visit to the dermatology clinic. 'Lucho Rossman, whom is the brother of Jessica, has suspicions of foul play.' Bethune – who is battling Parkinson's disease – 'abruptly left Puerto Vallarta and abandoned Jessica's body, as he flew back home to the United States,' writes Lucho's attorney, Jamal Hicks. 'Days later, with no authorization from plaintiff or any of Jessica's family, defendant unknowingly flew back to Puerto Vallarta and took control of Jessica's deceased body. 'Defendant has no authority, by way, of neither Jessica's family nor any standing Texas laws, to possess Jessica's deceased body, nor control the disposition of Jessica's deceased body.' Lucho stated that Bethune has 'no authority' over her body and wants the Harris County Texas Court to intervene The suit claims Bethune is still in Puerto Vallarta with Jessica's body and has 'intentions on cremating' her, which Lucho is desperate for the court to prevent. 'Plaintiff is entitled to a temporary restraining order because he has suffered and continues to suffer injury,' his suit states, alleging mental anguish. 'The continued emotional toll this abhorrent situation wreaks on the decedent's family continues with each passing day. And, until fixed, it will continue irreparably.' Bethune is described as a 'colleague' in the lawsuit but Jessica's family say he was a longtime romantic partner and the pair were photographed attending multiple meals and functions as a couple. He held leadership posts at Boeing, Braniff and Piedmont Airlines before taking the helm at Continental from 1994 to 2004, spearheading a dramatic turnaround in its fortunes prior to its 2010 merger with United Airlines. Bethune did not respond to multiple calls from when we first reported news of Jessica's mystery death. It was a similar story when we contacted the business she's said to have visited, the Dr Carlos Diaz Health & Beauty clinic, but didn't receive a reply. The facility offers everything from penis enlargements to Botox and Morpheus8 micro-needling treatments to 'smooth wrinkles, revitalize your skin, or sculpt your figure'. Jessica, pictured with a friend in Puerto Vallarta during a 2023 trip, is understood to have selected a 'simple' outpatient-type skin procedures that she has had before Jessica was a senior attorney and marketing director for more than two decades at Continental and later United. The UC Berkeley alum took early retirement but continued to volunteer for non-profits including Kids Meals and the AIDS Foundation Houston. Lucho, a doctor based out of Long Island, New York, told his sister had lived life to the full after taking early retirement. 'Jessica's personality was exceptional, maybe even over the top, you could say. She loved to have fun. She was well educated, accomplished and smart as a whip,' he said. 'She had taken a very active, outgoing, early retirement because she was lucky enough to be in a position to do that. 'She is – or was – my only sibling, it's incredibly sad. This has been a huge shock for everyone.' Those sentiments were echoed by stunned friends and former colleagues who flooded Jessica's Facebook page with effusive tributes. 'Jessica was beautifully complex – brilliant, sarcastic, compassionate, effortlessly funny, and fiercely loyal,' wrote Kristi Hoss Schiller. Jessica's shocked friends wrote tributes on her Facebook page, with one saying she was a champion for friends they had lost to AIDS and HIV 'She made you feel like the most fascinating person in the room… right before outwitting you with a sideways grin and a perfectly timed zinger.' Robert Falcon posted: 'I'm at a total loss for words. One of my oldest childhood friends, classmates and neighbor. 'You were a champion for those friends we lost too soon to AIDS/HIV and brought light to every room you walked into.' Romy Lauren, another heartbroken friend, added: 'Your unexpected departure has left a deep, permanent and very painful impression on my heart that is slowly but surely filling up with the most joyful and precious memories. 'I love you always and forever Jess.'
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Arne Slot explains surprise Liverpool team selection with Luis Diaz benched vs Aston Villa
Arne Slot has explained his team selection for Liverpool's trip to Aston Villa in the Premier League with Dominik Szoboszlai likely to play on the left wing and Luis Diaz only on the bench. Diaz dropping out for Curtis Jones, another alongside Szoboszlai who could play further forward, is the only change that Liverpool has made from the weekend's narrow win over Wolves. Darwin Nunez and Federico Chiesa are both among the substitutes at Villa Park but Slot has gone with an extra midfielder instead. "It is more to do with what happened last week," Slot told TNT Sports. "Lucho played Saturday his third game [in a week] because I decided to play him against Plymouth because I knew Cody [Gakpo] was fit. But with Cody being out, Lucho had to play three games in seven days. And today again and Sunday again, and Wednesday again." READ MORE: Arsene Wenger makes telling Liverpool and Arsenal title admission - 'It's simple' READ MORE: Barcelona star Lamine Yamal makes Liverpool admission before Champions League draw Liverpool travels to Manchester City at the weekend and then has a home game with Newcastle United. And Slot's update could suggest that Gakpo won't be back in time for the next couple of fixtures either. There will be more to follow on this breaking news story and will bring you the very latest updates, pictures and video as soon as possible. Please check back regularly for updates on this developing story as they happen. Follow @Liverpoolcom_ : The official account for all the latest sports news as it happens in real time. Follow us on Facebook or visit homepage.
The Guardian
13-02-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
FC Dallas completes $5m swoop for former MLS MVP Luciano Acosta from FC Cincinnati
FC Dallas acquired Argentine midfielder Luciano Acosta from FC Cincinnati for at least $5m Wednesday in one of the biggest official cash-for-player swaps to date in MLS. The 2023 MLS MVP is Cincinnati's franchise leader with 54 goals and 72 assists after joining the club in 2021. Acosta was a key to Cincinnati's turnaround after the club finished last its first three seasons. Cincinnati reached the playoffs for the first time in 2022 and a year later won the Supporters' Shield for the league's best record in Acosta's MVP season. The $5m deal has up to an additional $1m in performance-based incentives. MLS introduced cash-for-player trades last month, allowing teams to sign players using cash on hand rather than General Allocation Money or assets such as draft picks and international roster spots. The 30-year-old Acosta is a two-time MLS All-Star team captain and one of six players in league history with three or more seasons of at least 10 goals and 10 assists. Acosta recorded 17 goals and 14 assists in 2023. 'This is a landmark signing for FC Dallas and a statement of our commitment to building a championship-caliber team,' FC Dallas president Dan Hunt said. 'Bringing in a player of Lucho's caliber – an MVP and proven leader – demonstrates our ambition and desire to compete at the highest level.' FC Dallas has a first-year coach in Eric Quill after Nico Estevez was fired in June when the club was 3-8-5. Dallas finished 11-15-8 and missed the playoffs. Before joining Cincinnati, Acosta played for Atlas FC in Liga MX from 2019 to 2021. He was with D.C. United on loan in 2016, a move made permanent by the MLS club after the season. Acosta helped United reach the playoffs three times in four seasons and had 10 goals and 17 assists in 2018. Sign up to Soccer with Jonathan Wilson Jonathan Wilson brings expert analysis on the biggest stories from European soccer after newsletter promotion FC Dallas plays at Cincinnati on 28 May. Cincinnati is reportedly looking to replace Acosta by acquiring Brazilian Evander from the Portland Timbers. 'Lucho has been a tremendous player for this club,' Cincinnati general manager Chris Albright said. 'He has played a huge role in the story and success of FC Cincinnati. We will look to quickly add to our group with a player of elite talent and strong character.'
Yahoo
13-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
FC Dallas gets Luciano Acosta from FC Cincinnati for at least $5M in cash-for-player swap
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — FC Dallas acquired Argentine midfielder Luciano Acosta from FC Cincinnati for at least $5 million Wednesday in one of the biggest official cash-for-player swaps to date in MLS. The 2023 MLS MVP is Cincinnati's franchise leader with 54 goals and 72 assists after joining the club in 2021. Acosta was a key to Cincinnati's turnaround after the club finished last its first three seasons. Cincinnati reached the playoffs for the first time in 2022 and a year later won the Supporter's Shield for the league's best record in Acosta's MVP season. The $5 million deal has up to an additional $1 million in performance-based incentives. MLS introduced cash-for-player trades last month, allowing teams to sign players using cash on hand rather than General Allocation Money or assets such as draft picks and international roster spots. The 30-year-old Acosta is a two-time MLS All-Star team captain and one of six players in league history with three or more seasons of at least 10 goals and 10 assists. Acosta recorded 17 goals and 14 assists in 2023. 'This is a landmark signing for FC Dallas and a statement of our commitment to building a championship-caliber team,' FC Dallas president Dan Hunt said. 'Bringing in a player of Lucho's caliber — an MVP and proven leader — demonstrates our ambition and desire to compete at the highest level.' FC Dallas has a first-year coach in Eric Quill after Nico Estevez was fired in June when the club was 3-8-5. Dallas finished 11-15-8 and missed the playoffs. Before joining Cincinnati, Acosta played for Atlas FC in Liga MX from 2019 to 2021. He was with D.C. United on loan in 2016, a move made permanent by the MLS club after the season. Acosta helped United reach the playoffs three times in four seasons and had 10 goals and 17 assists in 2018. FC Dallas plays at Cincinnati on May 28. Cincinnati is reportedly looking to replace Acosta by acquiring Brazilian Evander from the Portland Timbers. 'Lucho has been a tremendous player for this club,' Cincinnati general manager Chris Albright said. 'He has played a huge role in the story and success of FC Cincinnati. We will look to quickly add to our group with a player of elite talent and strong character.' ___ AP soccer: The Associated Press
