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Yahoo
14 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
7 things you need to know ahead of Oasis 25 at Wembley Stadium
The time has finally arrived for legendary band Oasis to head to London's Wembley Stadium as part of their long-awaited reunion tour. Brothers, Liam and Noel Gallagher, confirmed a string of dates for the iconic London venue as part of the Oasis 25 World Tour. Known for hits including 'Don't Look Back in Anger' and 'Roll With It', Oasis have so far visited the likes of Cardiff and Manchester. Now, Oasis are making their way to Wembley, ready to wow dozens of sold-out crowds. If you were one of the lucky few to get tickets to Oasis in London, here's everything you need to know from the support act, timings and more. When are Oasis at Wembley Stadium? Oasis will be at Wembley Stadium for seven shows, on the following dates: Friday, July 25 Saturday, July 26 Wednesday, July 30 Saturday, August 2 Sunday, August 3 Saturday, September 27 Sunday, September 28 What time do gates open for Oasis in London? If you want to head down early to soak in the atmosphere before the band takes to the stage, you can at 5pm when the doors at Wembley open. What are the set times for Oasis at Wembley? The official set times for Oasis in London are set to be confirmed the day of the first show (July 25), but according to Wembley Park, the set times are expected to be as follows: Doors open - 5pm Support acts start - 6pm Oasis take to the stage - 8.15pm Show ends - 10:30pm What is the set list for Oasis? While the set list for the London shows hasn't been confirmed, it's likely going to be similar, if not the same, as that of the Cardiff and Manchester shows. You can see the full set list via our article here. What is the seating plan for Oasis at Wembley Stadium? If you're curious about how good your view of the stage will be at Wembley Stadium, you can check via our article here. All seating is reserved. It is also important to note that people buying in level 5 should be aware they are high up and not suitable if you have a fear of heights. Who are the support acts for Oasis at Wembley? Oasis has two support acts with Cast and Richard Ashcroft, the frontman of The Verve. Cast are known for hits Walkaway, Live the Dream, Finetime and Alright. Recommended Reading How to get home from Wembley Stadium quickly and avoid the queues The best ways to get to Wembley Stadium using the Tube, bus and car Heading to Wembley Stadium? Check the parking guide so you don't get scammed Richard Ashcroft is best recognised for songs such as Bitter Sweet Symphony, Lucky Man, C'Mon People and A Song for the Lovers. Can you still get tickets to Oasis in London? Tickets for Oasis were in very high demand since they went on sale, and all tickets have since sold out.
Forbes
a day ago
- Sport
- Forbes
Is Oleksandr Usyk The GOAT After Destroying Daniel Dubois?
Almost instantly after Oleksandr Usyk's sensational knockout of Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, social media went crazy-bananas with GOAT chatter. The GOAT being Usyk, the unified heavyweight champion. But is it a legitimate consideration? Can we christen Usyk as the new heavyweight GOAT? And if not, where does Usyk rank historically at this moment in his career? Oleksandr Usyk celebrates his KO victory of Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in London. (Photo by ... More Bradley Collyer/PA Images via Getty Images) First question first: Is Usyk the GOAT of the heavies? The short answer: No. The long answer: No, no, no, no — NO! Only a deranged fan-child who doesn't realize boxing existed before 1999 would believe Usyk to be greater than Muhammad Ali. Usyk has beaten two guaranteed heavyweight Hall of Famers in Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, and, yes, he beat both twice. Ali scored 11 wins over seven different Hall of Famers. And three of Ali's victims — Archie Moore, Joe Frazier and George Foreman — are boxing immortals. Here's an intriguing factoid: Usyk's record (24-0-0, 15 KOs) is nearly identical to Ali's (24-0-0, 19 KOs) at the same point in their respective careers. But then Ali went on a stunning 24-1-0 run during the heavyweight division's Golden Era, with the only loss coming in a split-decision loss to an absolute destroyer, Ken Norton, whom Ali beat twice. Beyond their records, other similarities between Ali and Usyk include their brilliant footwork and masterful defense — it's those skills that defined Ali then and define Usyk now. And just like Ali, Usyk owns a fighter's greatest intangible — an Einstein-level boxing IQ. But none of this means Usyk is the GOAT, and the humble champ wouldn't even say he is: Then, what about the No. 2 GOAT? Not quite for Usyk. That spot belongs to Joe Louis, who had 25 consecutive title defenses, a record for all weight classes, and Louis squashed eight Hall of Famers. Then how does Usyk compare to the next group of heavies on the all-time list? That group includes Fury, George Foreman, Rocky Marciano, Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis, Mike Tyson, Wladimir Klitschko and Larry Holmes. Most of those fighters had one exploitable flaw: Foreman (too plodding); Tyson (too emotional); Marciano (too small); Klitschko (chin). A prime Lewis got torched by second-tier contenders (Hasim Rahman and Oliver McCall) while Larry Holmes' jab, as dynamite as it was, would struggle to hit the elusive Usyk. And what about Usyk's flaw? That would be his limited KO power. But since his destruction of Dubois, Usyk clearly has sneakier power than we presumed. Usyk's résumé includes a total of 13 world title fight victories (some at cruiserweight), including two wins apiece over Fury, Joshua and Dubois. He became the first heavyweight to unify the heavyweight crown since Lewis became the unified champ back in 1999, and he also won Olympic gold in 2012. With all that, Usky's greatness is indisputable. As boxing scribe Nick Parkinson said: 'Usyk's achievements at heavyweight have surpassed what he managed at cruiserweight, and he has beaten the best of his era.' So the case could be made: Usyk is the No. 3 heavyweight in the history of the sport. Or maybe a better way to look at it: He's the best heavyweight of the past 20 years. And he isn't finished. The 38-year-old Ukrainian may fight Fury for a third time or mandatory challenger Joseph Parker. And if he wins, the GOAT chatter will only get louder. But no mater how we rank them, it doesn't matter to Usyk. 'I'm not best of the best,' he replied after he beat Dubois on Saturday. "I'm just Olek… Ukrainian guy.'
South China Morning Post
a day ago
- Sport
- South China Morning Post
7 of the best stadium tours in Europe, from Camp Nou to Tottenham Hotspur
A stroll on the pitch, a peek into the changing rooms and a seat in the press room: modern stadiums are far more than just places to watch football or concerts, with many offering fans in-depth tours taking them behind the scenes. But some stadiums go even further, offering special activities like climbing tours, zip-lining and even fine dining. Here are seven of the most stand-out stadiums to visit in Europe right now. 1. Olympiastadion, Munich Visitors walk on the roof of Munich's Olympiastadion. Photo: Olympiapark München GmbH/dpa This one is for adrenaline junkies. At Munich's Olympiastadion, visitors can not only go under the roof but also climb onto it on the roof-climb tour. During this walk at dizzying heights, brave participants are treated to views of the city, with the peaks of the Alps visible in the distance. For those seeking even more thrills, the tour ends with the 'Flying Fox' zip line, allowing participants to glide across the stadium. 2. Wembley Stadium, London
BBC News
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
BBC Radio Humberside listeners to choose favourite Coldplay songs
BBC Radio Humberside is asking listeners to vote for their favourite Coldplay band will appear at Craven Park in Hull on 18 and 19 August before performing 10 shows at Wembley Stadium in London. To vote, listeners are asked to choose their five favourite Coldplay songs from all of the Coldplay tracks which made it into the top can vote online here. Voting is open until 16:00 BST on Sunday 3 August and the results will be revealed from Monday 11 August. Listeners can head to BBC Radio Humberside or the BBC Humberside Facebook page for the terms and privacy vote, listeners will need to have a BBC Sounds log in. Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Love Island's Harrison Solomon and Lauren Wood to 'REUNITE for the first time on live TV' since he quit the villa to be together .... after making his first public UK appearance WITHOUT her
Love Island's Harrison Solomon and Lauren Wood will be reunited on live TV after he dramatically quit the villa for them to be together. The footballer, 22, left the show in scenes which aired on Friday night in order to his join love interest, 26, who had been dumped at the beginning of the episode. Now according to The Sun the pair will come face-to-face as guests on Sunday's spin-off Aftersun following the main show. MailOnline have contacted ITV for comment. The state of their relationship is currently unknown and despite his huge gesture to leave the island Harrison has not been pictured with Lauren since his return to the UK. However he was spotted on a boys' night as he attended Wembley Stadium to see Oleksandr Usyk take on Daniel for the heavyweight boxing championship on Saturday. Harrison cut a stylish figure in a white oversized sports shirt and wide legged jeans as he joined close pal and Celebrity Aesthtic Dr Rosh. The footballer left the show in scenes which aired on Friday night in order to his join love interest (pictured) who had been dumped at the beginning of the episode. Despite his shock and premature exit from the Love Island villa, the hunk appeared in great spirits while heading to take his seat for the much-anticipated match. It comes after Harrison broke his silence on his famous love triangle with Lauren and Toni Laites and if he regretted having sex on TV. Friday saw new bombshell Angel Swift make a dramatic entrance and couple up with Ty Isherwood, which left Lauren single and immediately axed, though she quickly begged Harrison to leave with her. After sleeping on the decision, Harrison informed the Islanders he would also be leaving and he has now revealed whether he sees a future with Lauren. Speaking for the first time after his exit, Harrison finally broke his silence on the love triangle drama, which saw Toni left devastated after she learned he had slept with Lauren twice. 'I was relatively new to the Villa so I wanted to explore connections and I came to the conclusion that Toni was the better suit for me,' Harrison said of the drama. 'Then when I went to Casa there was an instant spark and connection with Lauren, I knew from day one there was something special there. 'When I came back from Casa something in the back of my mind was still thinking about Toni. 'If I had left with Lauren when Shakira had the choice to send me home, I think I would've always regretted not giving me and Toni one final go as we left on good terms before Casa. 'That's the reason I gave a little speech before the recoupling on the Terrace. As soon as I did that, I felt terrible towards Lauren. For two days, I tried to go tunnel vision with Toni but there was something holding me back.' Harrison also hinted that he will be pursuing things with Lauren now he has left the villa, saying he didn't feel like his experience was 'the same' after she left. 'I felt like Lauren and I naturally gravitated towards each other, the connection we have is so so special I wasn't ready to leave it,' he gushed. 'When Lauren first got the text saying she was being dumped my initial reaction to her leaving was ''I'm going''. 'I came here and found what I wanted. Having said that, I didn't want to make an emotional decision, I'm quite an indecisive person and so I wanted to take my time with it, rather than leave and regret what I'd done. 'The fact I stayed a day later and processed everything really helped me,' he continued. 'Me leaving was making a big statement. It shows her I'm really into her and see a serious future with her.' While Harrison currently lives in Florida, Lauren is based in York but the footy star insisted he doesn't think the distance will be an issue. 'We'll make the distance work! It will be no issue,' he vowed. 'We left on good terms but the two days prior to leaving we weren't talking properly so it would be good to have a conversation, get everything out in the open and hopefully move forward from there. 'I feel very strongly about the girl, I wouldn't have left if I didn't. I have no doubt in my mind that she'll be my girlfriend one day. 'I'm buzzing to see her and reunite! She's such a great girl.' Dejon Noel Williams NAME: Dejon Noel Williams AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Semi-pro footballer and personal trainer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is beautiful on the inside and out, looks after themselves and is healthy CLAIM TO FAME? My dad being an ex-professional footballer. I've met all kinds of famous people through him. When I was younger it was weird because he was just my dad, but we'd go to a game and fans were asking for photos. I've met David Beckham, he was really nice. NAME: Megan Moore AGE: 25 FROM: Southampton OCCUPATION: Payroll specialist WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'd like to meet someone who is tall, with a nice tan, nice eyes and a nice smile. He needs to have a good fashion sense and a really good, funny personality that I can get on with HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Bankrupt, right now. But we're going to make sales and get on that corporate ladder and be booming. Profits, profits, profits! NAME: Helena Ford AGE: 29 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Cabin Crew WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Somebody funny or Northern. I feel like Northern people have much more banter than Southerners. If you look through my previous dating history, you'll see I clearly go for personality. You can pretty much laugh me into bed. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? I would say hire but then quickly fire soon after. It would only be a temporary contract. NAME: Shakira Khan AGE: 26 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Construction Project Manager WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who is tall, charming, witty, with big arms, a good smile and just really funny. HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR LOVE LIFE? Booming, but they're all frogs. It's a busy love life but I've not found 'the husband', I'm looking for 'the one'. I'm looking for the ring. NAME: Harry Cooksley AGE: 30 FROM: Guildford OCCUPATION: Gold trader, semi-professional footballer and model WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? The girl next door that makes me laugh and can hold eye contact with me. I don't think I'd go for the most obvious girl, I like a real sweet girl. CLAIM TO FAME? I'm the body double for Declan Rice. So when he does a shoot, any body close ups will actually be me. You'll never see my face, but you'll see my shoulder or chest, that kind of thing. NAME: Conor Phillips AGE: 23 FROM: Limerick OCCUPATION: Professional rugby player WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR?Someone who is really sure of themselves, ambitious, a bit of a go-getter and good craic. I like dark eyes and I don't mind a dominant woman. WOULD MAYA HIRE YOU FOR YOUR FLIRTING SKILLS? Definitely hire. I ask girls if they want to go halves on a baby. It doesn't work, but it gets them laughing. It's an ice-breaker, not a serious question of course! NAME: Toni Laites AGE: 24 FROM: Connecticut OCCUPATION: Las Vegas Pool Cabana Server WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm looking for darker hair, definitely muscular but not too muscular. Super fit. Clean hair cut. Someone that can make me laugh - I'm super outgoing. And someone that's quite active. Maybe one day we could start our own family together. I WANT TO DATE A BRITISH GUY BECAUSE... I've lived in three different states and I'm still single. It's time to try something new! I have some British friends and they're pretty charming. I think all Americans love a good accent. British men are just more polite, with better manners. NAME: Yasmin Pettet AGE: 24 FROM: London OCCUPATION: Commercial Banking Executive WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm looking for a guy who is fit, has a nice body and who is funny with a bit of banter. WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST ICK? A guy that's stingy NAME: Bilikis Azeez aka Billykiss AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Content Creator WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone tall who's good looking, but not too good looking, and that's confident, assertive, knows what they want and is serious about me WHAT'S YOUR BIGGEST ICK? Someone who's childish Jamie NAME: Jamie Rhodes AGE: 26 OCCUPATION: Electric Engineer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Bubbly, cheeky, outgoing, good face card and a nice bum. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I'll be in amongst the drama! It's a once in a lifetime opportunity, I'm gonna take it by the horns and go for it. NAME: Ty Isherwood AGE: 23 OCCUPATION: Site Engineer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I go off energy, if we vibe. I've typically dated brunettes, tanned, nice teeth with a nice smile. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? A head turner! I get along with lads easily and like to make people laugh. NAME: Cacherel 'Cach' Mercer AGE: 24 OCCUPATION: Professional Dancer WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? Someone who's emotionally intelligent, beautiful, charismatic, caring, affectionate, and I'd say an intro extrovert. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I think I'm gonna get into trouble, I feel like I'll be the joker of the group! I'll also be the person people come to for advice… and a bit of eye candy at the same time. NAME: Emma Munro AGE: 30 OCCUPATION: Hydrogeologist WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I don't actually have a type. I would say athletic always, I like a man who's in shape, big muscles, six pack, I'm not fussy. WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? Honest, straight talking, and direct. NAME: Boris Vidović AGE: 28 OCCUPATION: Model WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I don't have an exact type, if her energy matches my energy, that's what I like. Besides that; a beautiful smile, a nice figure, and a great personality. I want someone around me that I can laugh with 24/7. If she can roast me, I love her already! WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I'm going to be the chilled guy, who likes to have a laugh, I'm a joker. I'm originally from Ljubljana and have lived in Dubai for a while, so I'll bring the international flavour. I give good positive vibes and good energy. ......................................................................................................................... NAME: Angel Swift Angel AGE: 26 OCCUPATION: Aesthetics Practitioner and Salon Owner WHAT ARE YOU LOOKING FOR? I'm ready to make memories with someone, go travelling with them and fall in love WHAT KIND OF ISLANDER DO YOU THINK YOU'LL BE? I feel like people have been getting their heads turned very easily. I do feel like I have quite a good chance of turning someone's head.
