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Metro
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Marco van Basten insists Barcelona must change Lamine Yamal's position
Dutch legend Marco van Basten has urged Barcelona to change Lamine Yamal's position following their Champions League exit against Inter Milan. The 17-year-old sensation provided another dazzling display at San Siro on Tuesday night in an unforgettable semi-final decider between the two European giants. Yamal was a constant danger with his dribbling bewildering Inter's defence despite doubling up on the youngster. His 14 successful dribbles was the most recorded by a player in a single Champions League match since Neymar eight years ago. He was equally impressive in last week's first leg, scoring his side's sensational opener. With his stock soaring again over the last week having also starred for Spain at last summer's European Championships, Yamal is already perhaps the best winger in the game with many already regarding him as the next Ballon d'Or winner. Van Basten, who won football's most prestigious individual three times during his legendary career, was among those blown away by Yamal's performances across two legs against Inter. But the former striker believes Barcelona and head coach Hansi Flick should already be considering moving the teenager into a more central role where he can take 'the next step'. 'It's actually a shame that he plays there, because he doesn't get the ball enough,' van Basten told Ziggo Sport. 'Of course he is a constant threat on the right. But if he plays in the centre, he has much more influence on the game and he can mean even more to the team. And I think that is the next step. 'He can score goals, give crosses, put people in front of the goal. We know that by now. 'The next step should be: what is his influence on the team in the end? Such a good player should play much more in the centre of the field.' Yamal has played exclusively on the right wing for Barcelona this season, scoring 15 goals and laying on 24 assists in 51 appearances. While their European dream is over for another season, Barcelona are four points clear at the summit of La Liga with four games remaining ahead of a huge Clasico with Real Madrid on Sunday. More Trending Victory will effectively seal the title for the Catalan giants. 'We gave it our all — this year it couldn't be, but we'll be back, have no doubt about it,' Yamal wrote. 'Culers, we won't stop until we put this club where it belongs: at the very top. I will keep my promise and bring it to Barcelona; we won't stop until we achieve it. 'But Sunday is another final, and we all need to be together. Visca el Barça!' MORE: Francesco Acerbi rages at Inigo Martinez after Barcelona star appears to spit on Inter rival during Champions League clash MORE: What's wrong with Martin Odegaard? Why Arsenal captain has suffered his alarming dip MORE: PSG vs Arsenal: TV channel, confirmed team news, predicted lineups and injuries
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
All EA FC Mobile TOTS Week 1 Icons and how to claim them
TOTS Week 1 Icons are live in EA FC Mobile The highly anticipated Team of the Season (TOTS) event has officially kicked off in EA FC Mobile, and it's already delivering some of the best cards the game has seen so far. Along with the top stars from Ligue 1, EA has also dropped a stunning lineup of TOTS Icons, adding a nostalgic and powerful touch to the event. The event will continue for at least seven weeks, featuring Ligue 1 first, and will be followed by EPL, Bundesliga, Serie A, La Liga, TOTS Special, and Ultimate TOTS (UTOTS). The excitement has just begun, and the Week 1 Icons are already among the top highlights. EA FC Mobile TOTS Week 1 Full Icons List Here's the full list of all the TOTS Icons released during Week 1, along with their OVRs and positions: Lilian Thuram - 109 OVR, RB Marco van Basten - 109 OVR, ST Saeed Al Owairan - 108 OVR, RW Lothar Matthäus - 108 OVR, CM Steven Gerrard - 108 OVR, CM Andriy Shevchenko - 107 OVR, ST by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Thousands Are Saving Money Using This Wall Plug elecTrick - Save upto 80% on Power Bill Click Here Undo These Icons are some of the highest-rated cards currently available in the game, offering world-class stats across defense, midfield, and attack. How to Claim These TOTS Icons TOTS Week 1 Icons available in the TOTS Gallery where these coveted cards can be claimed using TOTS SHards A few of these TOTS Icons can be directly claimed through the TOTS event Gallery using TOTS Shards , which you can earn by playing event matches, completing milestones, and engaging in daily event activities. Here's the shard requirement for each claimable Icon: Marco van Basten - 1250 TOTS Shards Saeed Al Owairan - 800 TOTS Shards Steven Gerrard - 650 TOTS Shards Andriy Shevchenko - 300 TOTS Shards Simply gather enough TOTS Shards by playing through the event matches, completing daily milestones, and other TOTS activities, then head over to the Gallery to redeem them. On the other hand, Lilian Thuram and Lothar Matthäus are available through Store Packs, the Transfer Market, and through Milestone Rewards during the event. Additionally, multiple lower OVR versions of Matthäus can be found in the TOTS Star Pass and through TOTS Exchange Offers, offering players additional ways to strengthen their midfield.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
📸 Ajax unveil special 125th anniversary kit
Ajax have one of the most recognisable kits in world football. Numerous esteemed players rose to prominence in the white and red of the Eredivisie giants including Johan Cruijff, Marco van Basten and Luis Suárez. So there was only ever going to be one style which the Amsterdam outfit would followed when designing the kit to commemorate their 125th anniversary. The unique kit is inspired by a team photo from 1911 which was the first time that Ajax were recognised in their iconic colour scheme. Advertisement In a further nod to that rich history, the shirt features a buttoned collar and the Amsterdam flag front and centre of the chest. Ajax have confirmed that the kit will be worn by Francesco Farioli's side in their Eredivise encounter with AZ Alkmaar on Sunday as a one-off occasion. Truly a thing of beauty. 📸 Dean Mouhtaropoulos - 2019 Getty Images
