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News.com.au
16-07-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Hawthorn great and Norm Smith medallist Cyril Rioli set for shock return
AFL great Cyril Rioli will make his first public football comeback since his messy exit and prolonged absence from the game when he runs out in the reborn EJ Whitten Legends Game. After a six-year break, the charity match is returning in August with a raft of big names locked in, including Rioli and Gary Ablett Jr. Rioli, a four-time premiership player and Norm Smith Medal winner, was unveiled as the All Stars' No.1 pick on Tuesday morning. The selection of the former excitement machine is a positive sign after he was involved in a lengthy battle with his former club Hawthorn over historical claims of racism, including some levelled at his premiership coach Alastair Clarkson that were first raised in 2022. The matter involved mediation and court proceedings before being settled by the Human Rights Commission in May without a determination of the allegations. Rioli has played several matches in the Northern Territory but has lived a concealed life since his premature retirement. Another all-time great in Gary Ablett Jr was named Victoria's No.1 pick. All Stars coach Shane Crawford said he was looking for a 'bums on seats player' and found the perfect type in his former premiership teammate. 'We thought we might go with Kane Cornes when they said (Gary) Ablett Jr so we could tag him,' Crawford told SEN. 'Our No.1 pick, we want to have fun, we've gone the ultimate 'No.1 bums on seats player'. 'A player with one of the all-time great highlight reels in the history of the games and that is Cyril Rioli.' There was a report earlier this year that Rioli pondered an AFL return under coach Alastair Clarkson when he accepted the role as North Melbourne coach.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
AFL great's exile set to end
AFL great Cyril Rioli will make his first public football comeback since his messy exit and prolonged absence from the game when he runs out in the reborn EJ Whitten Legends Game. After a six-year break the charity match is returning in August with a raft of big names locked in including Rioli and Gary Ablett junior. Rioli, a four-time premiership player and Norm Smith Medal winner, was unveiled as the All Stars' No.1 pick on Tuesday morning. The selection of the former excitement machine is a positive sign after he was involved in a lengthy battle with his former club over historical claims of racism including some levelled at his premiership coach, Alastair Clarkson, first raised in 2022. The matter involved mediation and court proceedings before being settled by the Human Rights Commission in May without a determination of the allegations. Rioli has played several matches in the Northern Territory but has lived a concealed life since his premature retirement. Another all-time great in Gary Ablett Jnr was named Victoria's No.1 pick. All Stars coach Shane Crawford said he was looking for a 'bums on seats player' and found the perfect type in his former premiership teammate. 'We thought we might go with Kane Cornes when they said (Gary) Ablett Jnr so we could tag him,' Crawford told SEN. 'Our number one pick, we want to have fun, we've gone the ultimate 'No. 1 bums on seats player'. 'A player with one of the all-time great highlight reels in the history of the games and that is Cyril Rioli.' There was a report earlier this year Rioli pondered an AFL return under coach Alastair Clarkson when he accepted the role as North Melbourne coach. Rioli's return never eventuated but he will lace up the boots at Marvel Stadium for the charity match which will be played on Thursday, August 28.
Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
How to watch Soccer Aid 2025: TV channel and live stream for charity match today
Star studded: Joe Hart and Tyson Fury will be among those appearing at Soccer Aid (©UNICEF/Soccer Aid Productions/Stella Pictures) Soccer Aid returns to Old Trafford today as England eye a seventh win over the World XI. It is the 14th instalment of the annual charity match, which has raised over £106million for UNICEF since its inception in 2006. Advertisement CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW SOCCER AID LIVE! This year's fundraising is already underway, as Sam Thompson carried the match ball from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford, raising over £1.5m in the process. As ever, a crop of former footballers will take the field, with the likes of Wayne Rooney, Gary Neville, Paul Scholes, Nemanja Vidic, and Edwin van der Sar all set to participate. An impressive lineup of celebrity guests has also been assembled. Former One Direction star Louis Tomlinson will appear alongside distance runner Mo Farah, pop star Tom Grennan, and radio host Roman Kemp. Comedians Lee Mack and Paddy McGuinness will both attend, with boxer Tony Bellew also set to make an appearance. Advertisement Harry Redknapp will again take to the England dugout, while World XI will be headed up by Peter Schmeichel and Robbie Keane. Read the full squad lists here. England halted World XI's run of five straight wins last year, winning 6-3 at Stamford Bridge with Joe Cole, Ellen White, Steven Bartlett, Jermaine Defoe, and Theo Walcott all on the scoresheet. Eden Hazard scored a free-kick for the World XI on his return to West London. How to watch Soccer Aid 2025 TV channel: Soccer Aid 2025 will be broadcast live and free-to-air on ITV1 in the UK, with coverage starting at 6pm BST. Live stream: The match will also be available to stream online via ITVX. Live blog: You can also follow the action with Standard Sport's LIVE blog.
The Sun
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney lands new job working alongside fellow Premier League icon
MANCHESTER UNITED legend Wayne Rooney has landed a new job which will see him work alongside a fellow Premier League icon. Wazza, 39, has been on the hunt for a fresh gig after departing Plymouth Argyle at Christmas. 6 6 The Red Devils icon managed just five wins in 25 games over a seven-month period. And it marked another underwhelming dugout performance following spells at Derby, DC United and Birmingham. Rooney has since enjoyed spending time as a pundit, working on Amazon Prime while featuring on the Stick to Football podcast. He also captained and managed England at Soccer Aid earlier this month, scoring the fastest goal in the charity match's history before ex-United teammate Carlos Tevez banged in four to hand victory to a World XI. However, Rooney is now truly back in the beautiful game after landing a new job. But it is not another managerial stint for England's former captain. Instead, Rooney has linked up with a luxury training camp for children called Football Escapes. The company organises half-term retreats for kids and their parents in exotic locations like Cyprus, Portugal and the Maldives. The children get to spend their time playing football and learning from legends like Rooney. While parents have plenty of free time to rest and relax by the pool. Wayne Rooney names three players Man Utd should sign this summer including transfer for iconic former star 6 Now, Rooney will get his boots back on for an October retreat to Dubai, having previously worked for them during an event in February. He will teach aspiring youngsters the ropes alongside a fellow Premier League icon in ex-Tottenham and England defender Michael Dawson. But training with Rooney doesn't come cheap. Football Escapes are advertising a seven-day stay for a family of four at the 5-star Jumeirah Beach Hotel for £8499 on their website – and that's BEFORE flights. A statement read: 'By popular demand, Wayne Rooney will be returning to Dubai, alongside Michael Dawson, for a week of Football Escapes magic this October Half Term, 20th - 24th October 2025. 'The kids will train daily, in their personalised kit, with our ambassadors and UEFA-qualified coaches, building their confidence and their skills with coaching from none other than Wayne Rooney. 'Including daily coaching from Wayne Rooney, a signed shirt, our incredible Parents' Match, a medals ceremony to round off the week, and of course a stay for you and your family at the world class Jumeirah Beach Hotel Resort in Dubai.' 6 6
The Sun
16-06-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Tyson Fury sends message to Carlos Tevez after World XI star bagged four goals in Soccer Aid
CARLOS TEVEZ rolled back the years at Soccer Air - leaving boxing superstar Tyson Fury lost for words. The World XI FC beat Team England 5-4 in Sunday's charity showpiece at Old Trafford. 2 Fury co-managed a Three Lions side featuring stars such as Wayne Rooney, Jermain Defoe and Alex Brooker. But it was Argentine striker Tevez, 41, who showed he was still a fox in the box 16 years on since leaving Man Utd. England led 3-0 when Tevez was introduced by World XI coach Peter Schmeichel. Tevez was met by a barrage of boos from the Old Trafford terraces. He infamously swapped the red half of Manchester for the blu e in 2009. Tevez proceeded to smash in four goals to turn the game on its head, cupping his ear to the Stretford End. Celebrity chef Big Zuu later popped up with a dramatic winner for World XI. Despite the loss, Fury - who dropped the F-bomb live on TV - took to Instagram on Monday to send his congratulations to Schmeichel's side. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK He said: "Morning run in the bay. After a long and busy day yesterday, managing England. "We did not get the result we wanted, but everybody played well and played hard and we raised a lot of money for a great cause. Tyson Fury heads off to business meeting still wearing Primark Soccer Aid suit after F-bomb live on ITV So, I am very proud of everybody who took part. "And well done to everybody... especially Carlos Tevez! "Wow. Banging in hat-tricks and stuff. He has still got it. "Had a fantastic day. Big shout out to all the organisers at UNICEF and Soccer Aid. "But here we are today, back in the bay, back in good old Lancashire... keeping it real!" Tevez spent 8 seasons in the Premier League between 2006 and 2013, playing for West Ham, United and City. He won three league titles - two with United, one with City - as well as an FA Cup, Champions League and League Cup. Sunday's Soccer Aid raised over £15million for UNICEF.
