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2 days ago
- Entertainment
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Mbappé to Wear Iconic No.10 Jersey
Rana Atef Real Madrid officially announced today that French star Kylian Mbappé will wear the iconic number 10 jersey, succeeding Croatian legend Luka Modrić, who departed this summer to join AC Milan. Mbappé wore the number 9 jersey during his first season with Real Madrid, a campaign in which he shone brightly, contributing to 49 goals. The official account of the royal club shared an image of Mbappé's new number 10 shirt, a symbolic move reflecting the pivotal role the Frenchman is expected to play in the upcoming season, stepping into the shoes of one of the club's greatest legends of the past decade. The number 10 jersey at Real Madrid has been worn by several football icons, led by Portuguese star Luís Figo, who holds the record for most goal contributions in the shirt with a total of 152. Following him is Luka Modrić with 83 contributions, then James Rodríguez (76), and Mesut Özil (69), with earlier greats like Ferenc Puskás, Clarence Seedorf, and Michael Laudrup also having worn the prestigious number. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters Arts & Culture "Jurassic World Rebirth" Gets Streaming Date News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Business Egyptian Pound Undervalued by 30%, Says Goldman Sachs Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results Arts & Culture Lebanese Media: Fayrouz Collapses after Death of Ziad Rahbani
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
🚨 Real Madrid confirm new squad number for Kylian Mbappé
Real Madrid have confirmed Kylian Mbappé will wear the No.10 shirt from next season. The French superstar donned the No.9 shirt but moves one number up following the departure of club legend Luka Modrić. Mbappé has worn the famous double digits for his national team for years, and now will at club level too. The 26-year-old will be hoping the squad number change will inspire a change in fortunes for his side, who went trophyless despite his 44 goal-debut campaign. 📸 FRANCK FIFE - AFP or licensors
Euronews
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Euronews
Snoop Dogg becomes co-owner of Swansea football club
From music maestro to Olympic sports presenter to co-owning a football club - there seems to be no limit to Snoop Dogg's business and marketing talents. The legendary US rap star has bought a minority share in the Welsh club which now plays in the Championship, England's second division. 'My love of football is well known, but it feels special to me that I make my move into club ownership with Swansea City,' the hip-hop and entertainment icon said in the announcement. 'The story of the club and the area really struck a chord with me,' he added. 'This is a proud, working class city and club. An underdog that bites back, just like me.' A post shared by Swansea City AFC (@swansofficial) Rumble in the Mumbles The former Premier League club hasn't shared financial details of the deal which comes just months after former Real Madrid star Luka Modrić joined the ownership group. Swansea said Modrić, who recently signed to play for AC Milan, would have 'a key role in helping the club garner global attention and progress both on and off the pitch.' Snoop Dogg, who has more than 88 million Instagram followers, helped launch the team's 2025-26 home shirt last weekend. The club ownership group added: 'To borrow a phrase from Snoop's back catalogue, this announcement is the next episode for Swansea City as we seek to create new opportunities to boost the club's reach and profile." The move will also heighten media scrutiny of yet another unglamorous team from Wales after Wrexham's well-publicised journey since Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney bought the club in 2021. The docuseries 'Welcome to Wrexham' follows the pair's trials and tribulations in the wake of their takeover as they learn about the team, fall in love with the beautiful game and its impact on life in the local community. Since their investment, Wrexham have become the first team to earn three successive promotions from England's national league to the second-tier Championship.
RTÉ News
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- RTÉ News
Snoop Dogg officially becomes co-owner of Swansea City AFC
The American rapper Snoop Dogg has officially become co-owner of the Welsh football club Swansea City AFC. The 53-year-old star, who hinted at investing in the club by helping promote the club's shirt launch earlier this week, has joined Croatian midfielder Luka Modrić in linking up with the Swans. Snoop Dogg said: "My love of football is well known, but it feels special to me that I make my move into club ownership with Swansea City. "The story of the club and the area really struck a chord with me. This is a proud, working-class city and club. An underdog that bites back, just like me." A "proud" Snoop Dogg added that he is "going to do all I can to help the club". On Sunday, Snoop Dogg unveiled Swansea's new kit with the south Wales club taking a playful dig at Wrexham's Hollywood owner Ryan Reynolds. Deadpool actor Reynolds had responded to Wrexham's own kit launch by posting a picture of himself on Instagram wearing the latest shirt while holding a dog. Swansea City is delighted to announce global rap superstar and multi-platinum selling artist @SnoopDogg has become the club's latest high-profile co-owner and investor. 👉 — Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) July 17, 2025 Swansea reacted by turning to another famous 'canine' face for their kit unveiling ahead of the 2025-26 season, posting on X: "Dogg included @SnoopDogg. "Nuthin' But A Wales Thang, the Jacks are ready. We're the Pride of Wales." Now the Swans have confirmed another high-profile owner has arrived in both Welsh football and, along with former American football star Tom Brady at Birmingham, in next season's Championship in the UK. The Swans said in a statement: "Swansea City is delighted to announce global rap superstar and multi-platinum selling artist Snoop Dogg has become the club's latest high-profile co-owner and investor. "The 53-year-old, who caused a social media sensation when he helped launch our 2025-26 home shirt on Saturday, comes on board a few months after Croatian football great Luka Modrić became part of Swansea City. "Snoop is renowned as one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time and has sold 35 million albums worldwide across a performing and recording career spanning more than 30 years." "He has also always had a deep love of sport, and football in particular. At one point, he was a brand ambassador for the FIFA video game series and has been pictured wearing a variety of team jerseys over the years," the statement added. Dogg included @SnoopDogg Nuthin' But A Wales Thang, the Jacks are ready. We're the Pride of Wales. @VancityReynolds @Wrexham_AFC #JackArmy 🐶⚔️🦢 — Swansea City AFC (@SwansOfficial) July 12, 2025 "Swansea's home kit may be the latest in that sequence, but Snoop's ties to the club will run deeper than the donning of the famous white shirt as he formally becomes a member of club ownership. "And it is hoped his global profile and love of football can play an important part in helping us spread the Swansea City name as far and wide as possible in order to boost our commercial performance to further support our aspirations as a club." The club says it has unveiled a mural of Snoop Dogg on the stadium's West Stand. Chief Executive Tom Gorringe said: "It is very exciting for us as a football club to formally welcome Snoop Dogg as a co-owner and investor into Swansea City. "His enjoyment and love of football is well documented, and he has often spoken of a desire to get more involved in the sport. We are delighted he believes that being part of Swansea City is the right way to realise that ambition. "Dogg is passionate about this project and helping us continue to raise the profile of the club to as wide an audience as possible."
The Independent
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Independent
Rapper Snoop Dogg becomes Swansea City co-owner
The 53-year-old American rapper hinted at hinted at investing in the club by helping promote the Welsh club's shirt launch earlier this week, and it has now been confirmed. He said: 'My love of football is well known, but it feels special to me that I make my move into club ownership with Swansea City. 'The story of the club and the area really struck a chord with me. This is a proud, working class city and club. An underdog that bites back, just like me. 'I'm proud to be part of Swansea City. I am going to do all I can to help the club, and I look forward to getting to know all my YJBS.' The Swans said in a statement: 'Swansea City is delighted to announce global rap superstar and multi-platinum selling artist Snoop Dogg has become the club's latest high-profile co-owner and investor. 'The 53-year-old, who caused a social media sensation when he helped launch our 2025-26 home shirt on Saturday, comes on board a few months after Croatian football great Luka Modrić became part of Swansea City. 'Snoop is renowned as one of the greatest and most influential rappers of all time, and has sold 35 million albums worldwide across a performing and recording career spanning more than 30 years. 'The Death Row Records owner has won countless awards and received 17 Grammy nominations. 'He has also always had a deep love of sport, and football in particular. At one point he was a brand ambassador for the FIFA video game series, and has been pictured wearing a variety of team jerseys over the years. 'Swansea's home kit may be the latest in that sequence, but Snoop's ties to the club will run deeper than the donning of the famous white shirt as he formally becomes a member of club ownership. 'And it is hoped his global profile and love of football can play an important part in helping us spread the Swansea City name as far and wide as possible in order to boost our commercial performance to further support our aspirations as a club.' The club say they have unveiled a mural of Snoop Dogg on the stadium's West Stand. Swansea City chief executive Tom Gorringe, added: 'It is very exciting for us as a football club to formally welcome Snoop Dogg as a co-owner and investor into Swansea City. 'His enjoyment and love of football is well documented, and he has often spoken of a desire to get more involved in the sport. We are delighted he believes that being part of Swansea City is the right way to realise that ambition. 'Dogg is passionate about this project and helping us continue to raise the profile of the club to as wide an audience as possible.' The investment comes three months after Luka Modric purchased a minority stake in the second-tier side. Modric, 39, who joined AC Milan as a player on a one-year deal this week after his contract at Real Madrid expired, took a non-controlling stake in the club. Modric has joined shareholders Andy Coleman, Brett Cravatt, Nigel Morris and businessman Jason Cohen, after the four bought out former majority owners Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan last November. Modric said: 'This is an exciting opportunity. Swansea has a strong identity, an incredible fanbase, and the ambition to compete at the highest level. 'Playing at the highest level, I believe I can provide my experience to the club. My goal is to support the club's growth in a positive way and to help to build an exciting future.' Swansea finished 11th in the Championship last season.
