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Time of India
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Evan Rodrigues' villain arc goes viral after Edmonton Oilers fans boo him and he smiles back
Some athletes shy away from the spotlight. Evan Rodrigues? He practically asked Edmonton to boo louder. During Game 2 pregame intros of the Stanley Cup Final, the Florida Panthers forward was met with loud jeers from Oilers fans and his reaction is now going viral. Instead of ignoring it, Rodrigues smirked, nodded, and soaked it all in like a villain in a hockey movie. What came next? Pure playoff carnage. Evan Rodrigues embraces the villain arc during pregame boos in Edmonton The moment Edmonton fans started booing Evan Rodrigues during his Game 2 intro, he didn't flinch, he flourished. Cameras caught the Panthers forward acknowledging the noise with a grin and a confident nod, instantly earning him "villain era" status online. Fans were living for the energy and so was he. Rodrigues' smile didn't just go viral, it triggered X (Twitter) into full playoff mode. Some fans were hyped, others confused, and a few downright unhinged (in the funniest way). One user said, 'That's the attitude 🤣,' while another joked, 'He's got a kid in his basement wtf was that lick.' Others called him 'zesty,' 'ready,' or just straight-up 'terrifying.' Then came the chirps from Oilers fans: 'Did he even play tonight?' and 'Only Toronto has a more garbage fanbase.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Esse novo alarme com câmera é quase gratuito em Catanduvas (consulte o preço) Alarmes Undo One fan just screamed : 'Get the video of him leaving the ice!' Whether love or hate, Rodrigues had the internet talking exactly what you want as a playoff villain. Rodrigues' reaction was part swagger, part troll, and all playoff magic. It was clear from that moment: he came to own the even compared it to classic NHL villains of the past. Edmonton fans? Well, they might be booing even harder next game but at this point, that might just be adding more fuel to Rodrigues' fire. In the playoffs, pressure builds legends and Evan Rodrigues is writing his story loud and clear. Whether it's the boos or the big goals, he's proving one thing: this is his ice too. Also read - Edmonton Oilers mix hometown ice into Rogers Place rink for Stanley Cup Final
The Hindu
20-05-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Ousted Brazil FA president Rodrigues drops appeal ahead of election
The ousted president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF), Ednaldo Rodrigues, officially withdrew his appeal on Monday to remain in office following his removal by a Rio de Janeiro court last week. In a statement submitted to Brazil's Federal Supreme Court by Rodrigues' legal team, the former president said his decision aims to 'restore peace to Brazilian football and serenity to the official's family life.' A new election had already been scheduled for next Sunday by the CBF's interim president, Fernando Sarney, one of the CBF's vice-presidents who requested Rodrigues' removal. Rodrigues confirmed through his lawyer that he will neither run for any position nor support any candidate in the upcoming vote. 'In relation to the new elections called by the intervener, he declares that he is not running for any office or supporting any candidate,' says the document signed by Rodrigues' lawyer Gamil Foppel. ALSO READ | Olympique Lyonnais Feminin renamed to OL Lyonnes According to the document, Ednaldo 'wishes success and good luck to those who will take over Brazilian football'. The document also lists a number of Ednaldo's 'achievements' at the head of the CBF, including the hiring of Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, who is expected to announce his first Brazil squad next week for their next World Cup qualifiers. The CBF declined to comment. Only one candidate successfully registered for Sunday's election - Samir Xaud, president-elect of the Roraima Football Federation, a state with limited influence in Brazilian top-tier football. To register as a candidate, the interested party must have the support of at least eight state federations and five clubs. The move follows a court ruling that nullified an agreement which had enabled Rodrigues to secure re-election until 2030. The agreement was deemed invalid by the Rio de Janeiro court due to the alleged forgery of former CBF president Antonio Carlos Nunes' signature and concerns over his mental capacity. Related Topics Brazil / Carlo Ancelotti
The Star
19-05-2025
- Politics
- The Star
Soccer-Ousted Brazil FA president Rodrigues drops appeal ahead of election
FILE PHOTO: Ednaldo Rodrigues talks to media, after coach Dorival Jr, has been sacked, at the CBF headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, March 28, 2025. REUTERS/Tita Barros (Reuters) -The ousted president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) Ednaldo Rodrigues officially withdrew his appeal on Monday to remain in office following his removal by a Rio de Janeiro court last week. In a statement submitted to Brazil's Federal Supreme Court by Rodrigues' legal team, the former president said his decision aims to "restore peace to Brazilian football and serenity to the official's family life." A new election had already been scheduled for next Sunday by the CBF's interim president, Fernando Sarney, one of the CBF's vice-presidents who requested Rodrigues' removal. Rodrigues confirmed through his lawyer that he will neither run for any position nor support any candidate in the upcoming vote. "In relation to the new elections called by the intervener, he declares that he is not running for any office or supporting any candidate," says the document signed by Rodrigues' lawyer Gamil Foppel. According to the document, Ednaldo "wishes success and good luck to those who will take over Brazilian football". The document also lists a number of Ednaldo's "achievements" at the head of the CBF, including the hiring of Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, who is expected to announce his first Brazil squad next week for their next World Cup qualifiers. The CBF declined to comment. Only one candidate successfully registered for Sunday's election - Samir Xaud, president-elect of the Roraima Football Federation, a state with limited influence in Brazilian top-tier football. To register as a candidate, the interested party must have the support of at least eight state federations and five clubs. The move follows a court ruling that nullified an agreement which had enabled Rodrigues to secure re-election until 2030. The agreement was deemed invalid by the Rio de Janeiro court due to the alleged forgery of former CBF president Antonio Carlos Nunes' signature and concerns over his mental capacity. (Reporting by Rodrigo Viga Gaier in Rio de Janeiro and Ricardo Brito in Brasília, writing by Janina Nuno Rios; Editing by Alexandre Caverni and Ken Ferris)
Straits Times
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Straits Times
Ousted Brazil FA president Rodrigues drops appeal ahead of election
FILE PHOTO: Ednaldo Rodrigues talks to media, after coach Dorival Jr, has been sacked, at the CBF headquarters in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, March 28, 2025. REUTERS/Tita Barros The ousted president of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) Ednaldo Rodrigues officially withdrew his appeal on Monday to remain in office following his removal by a Rio de Janeiro court last week. In a statement submitted to Brazil's Federal Supreme Court by Rodrigues' legal team, the former president said his decision aims to "restore peace to Brazilian football and serenity to the official's family life." A new election had already been scheduled for next Sunday by the CBF's interim president, Fernando Sarney, one of the CBF's vice-presidents who requested Rodrigues' removal. Rodrigues confirmed through his lawyer that he will neither run for any position nor support any candidate in the upcoming vote. "In relation to the new elections called by the intervener, he declares that he is not running for any office or supporting any candidate," says the document signed by Rodrigues' lawyer Gamil Foppel. According to the document, Ednaldo "wishes success and good luck to those who will take over Brazilian football". The document also lists a number of Ednaldo's "achievements" at the head of the CBF, including the hiring of Italian coach Carlo Ancelotti, who is expected to announce his first Brazil squad next week for their next World Cup qualifiers. The CBF declined to comment. Only one candidate successfully registered for Sunday's election - Samir Xaud, president-elect of the Roraima Football Federation, a state with limited influence in Brazilian top-tier football. To register as a candidate, the interested party must have the support of at least eight state federations and five clubs. The move follows a court ruling that nullified an agreement which had enabled Rodrigues to secure re-election until 2030. The agreement was deemed invalid by the Rio de Janeiro court due to the alleged forgery of former CBF president Antonio Carlos Nunes' signature and concerns over his mental capacity. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ednaldo Rodrigues re-elected as Brazil soccer boss to 2030
Brazilian soccer boss Ednaldo Rodrigues was re-elected as president on Monday, 12 days after his main rival Ronaldo Nazário gave up his bid. Rodrigues received all 67 votes, a first in the history of the Brazilian Football Confederation. The celebratory speech by the 71-year-old Rodrigues described "unparalleled unity that exists within Brazilian soccer today.' He will be in charge of the confederation when Brazil hosts the 2027 Women's World Cup. Rodrigues' second mandate at the CBF will officially start in April 2026 and run till 2030. He first took the job as interim president in 2021. Ronaldo, the two-time World Cup champion, gave up on his bid on March 12, saying he lacked the support of soccer executives to challenge Rodrigues. Rodrigues' management has been under fire among fans and former players, though he continues to enjoy high approval among soccer executives. His presidency has been marred by a legal dispute that sought to remove him from office. A Rio de Janeiro court ousted him in December 2023 for alleged irregularities in the election the previous year, but one month later Brazil's Supreme Court overruled it. At the time, FIFA and CONMEBOL executives threatened to suspend Brazil from international competitions because of alleged interference in the CBF by the judiciary. During the brief suspension, Rodrigues' biggest political gamble failed. He repeatedly said he had a deal with Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti to take over Brazil last July, but the Italian extended his contract with Madrid until 2026. Dorival Jr. became the national coach. ___ AP soccer:
