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City celebrate and Ronaldo wants a response - Saturday's sporting social

sportsmole.co.uk, 25 September 2021, 18:20
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.

Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from September 25.

Football

City's players loved their win at Chelsea.

— Jack Grealish (@JackGrealish) September 25, 2021

— Jack Grealish (@JackGrealish) September 25, 2021

Rio copped some flack from the City fans.

Cristiano Ronaldo wanted a response from Manchester United.

Wilfried Zaha was on target.

Aston Villa matchwinner Kortney Hause breathed a sigh of relief after conceding a late penalty.

Injured team-mate Leon Bailey was desperate for the final whistle.

Gary Lineker saw the bigger picture after Bruno Fernandes' penalty miss.

Allan Saint-Maximin was ready.

Len Ashurst's former clubs paid tribute after his death aged 82.

Boxing

Anthony Joshua fitted in a late trim.

Deontay Wilder made a promise.

Ricky Hatton wished his son well.

Tennis

Serena Williams had a beach day.

Cricket

Tim Bresnan and Warwickshire hit back at the haters.

Chris Woakes loved the Bears' title win.

Kevin Pietersen felt the heat.

25 September 2021
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Result: Queen's Park stay top after edging past Peterhead
Scottish League One leaders Queen's Park were given a scare by Peterhead but a late Jack Thomson goal managed to seal a 3-2 win for the Spiders.
25 September 2021
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Manchester United 'still waiting on Paul Pogba contract decision'
Manchester United are reportedly still waiting to learn whether Paul Pogba intends to sign a new deal at Old Trafford.
25 September 2021
goal.com
Gyasi and Spezia bow to Kessie and Milan in Serie A
The Ghana winger was on the losing side when the Little Eagles and the Rossoneri came face to face in league action
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
David de Gea disagrees with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over Man Utd defeat to Villa
Manchester United number one David de Gea explained that the Red Devils can have 'no excuses' after they were beaten in controversial fashion by Aston Villa at Old Trafford. United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer bemoaned the fact Kortney Hause's last-gasp header was not chalked off for offside after he felt that Ollie Watkins was standing in De Gea's line of sight.
25 September 2021
goal.com
PSL Wrap: McCarthy's AmaZulu finally win as SuperSport United maintain unbeaten run
Goal collate all the action witnessed on Saturday apart from the Orlando Pirates vs Mamelodi Sundowns match
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Martinez's unseen Ronaldo challenge before Fernandes' penalty miss
Emiliano Martinez's mind games were in full swing as Manchester United waited to take a potentially match-saving penalty against Aston Villa on Saturday afternoon. The Red Devils were awarded a spot kick during the dying seconds at Old Trafford, a gilt-edged chance to equalise after Kortney Hause headed Villa in front minutes earlier.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Russell Martin hails 'unsung' Swansea midfielder Flynn Downes
Swansea head coach Russell Martin hailed Flynn Downes after the midfielder was at the heart of their first home victory of the season.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Fulham boss Marco Silva claims Bristol City's equaliser was 'clearly offside'
Fulham boss Marco Silva was adamant that Kasey Palmer netted Bristol City's point-saving goal from an offside position.
25 September 2021
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Lee Bowyer hails 'improving' loan keeper Matija Sarkic after Birmingham draw
Birmingham boss Lee Bowyer hailed the performance of 'improving' keeper Matija Sarkic, after his side were held to a 0-0 draw by Preston.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
David Moyes: West Ham against Leeds a great football game for the neutral
West Ham boss David Moyes said his side's last-gasp 2-1 Premier League win at Leeds was thrilling viewing for the fans, but not for either manager.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Scott Parker praises character of Bournemouth players following Luton victory
Scott Parker praised his team's character after Bournemouth's unbeaten start to the Championship continued with a 2-1 win over Luton which saw them go top.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
New boss Steve Cooper encouraged by display as Nottingham Forest hold Millwall
Head coach Steve Cooper pledged that there is more to come from his Nottingham Forest side after seeing them hold Millwall to a 1-1 draw in his first game in charge.
25 September 2021
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Slavisa Jokanovic hails Sheffield United's character after late win over Derby
Sheffield United boss Slavisa Jokanovic praised his team's character and personality after they recorded a 1-0 victory over 10-man Derby following a late penalty from Billy Sharp.
25 September 2021
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Brendan Rodgers hails 'superb' Jamie Vardy after double salvages Leicester draw
Boss Brendan Rodgers praised evergreen Jamie Vardy after he salvaged a point for Leicester.
25 September 2021
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Tony Mowbray hails dazzling Ben Brereton Diaz after Cardiff are humbled
Tony Mowbray praised the 'extraordinary' workrate of Ben Brereton Diaz after the striker hit a hat-trick in Blackburn's 5-1 crushing of Cardiff.
25 September 2021
goal.com
Oshoala bags brace as Barcelona destroy Valencia
The Super Falcons captain scored in each half as Jonatan Giraldez's women continued their perfect start in the Primera Division
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Steve Bruce feels the frustration as Newcastle pay for missed chances at Watford
Steve Bruce was left to lament missed chances after Ismaila Sarr's equaliser denied Newcastle their first win of the Premier League season with a 1-1 draw at Watford.
25 September 2021
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Robbie Neilson hails his side's summer recruits after Hearts brush aside Livington
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson hailed Barrie McKay and Cammy Devlin after his summer recruits shone in the 3-0 victory over Livingston.
25 September 2021
talksport.com
Paolo Maldini's son Daniel scores in first Serie A start for AC Milan
The Maldini legacy at AC Milan continues as Daniel, son of Paolo, scored in his first Serie A start for the club.
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Newcastle boss Steve Bruce sends message to fans after failure to win at Watford
Steve Bruce insists Newcastle's "performance was terrific" despite the Magpies being held to a 1-1 draw with Watford in the Premier League. Sean Longstaff fired the visitors ahead in the first half at Vicarage Road, but in-form Hornets ace Ismaila Sarr equalised in the 72nd minute. Newcastle had more shots and more shots on target than their hosts, but they failed to capitalise in the absence of striker Callum Wilson, who is out until next month with a thigh injury.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Stoke City
Stoke boss Michael O'Neill felt his side failed to hit their heights in their 2-0 win at home to Hull.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
James McPake insists Rangers keeper Jon McLaughlin should have been sent off
Frustrated Dundee manager James McPake felt Rangers goalkeeper Jon McLaughlin should have been sent off after the champions held on for a 1-0 win at Dens Park.
25 September 2021
goal.com
Video: Watch Paolo Maldini's son Daniel score his first goal for AC Milan on full Serie A debut
Daniel Maldini has followed in his father and grandfather's footsteps by scoring his first goal for AC Milan. The 19-year-old, son of Rossoneri legend Paolo and grandson of former Milan defender and coach Cesare, headed in the opening goal as his side beat Spezia 2-1 on Saturday. Attacking midfielder Maldini's goal comes on his first Serie A start for the San Siro outfit, having only made appearances in the bench in the Italian top-flight previously.
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
5 EFL talking points including Cooper's Forest bow and brotherly competition
It's been another busy day across the EFL. In total there were 33 games taking place and plenty of headlines were thrown up. There have been some stand-out results such as Blackburn Rovers' 5-1 evisceration of Cardiff City. Ben Brereton Diaz led the way for Rovers with a hat-trick against Mick McCarthy's, who have now lost three in a row.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Kelty Hearts remain unbeaten at top of table after beating Stranraer
Kelty Hearts kept themselves top of cinch League Two with a 1-0 win over Stranraer to extend their unbeaten run to eight games.
25 September 2021
goal.com
Baba Rahman sees yellow again as Reading floor Middlesbrough in close battle
The 27-year-old Black Star pulled off another solid display alongside Nigeria's Tom Dele-Bashiru and help the Royals past Boro
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Billy Sharp seals win for Sheffield United over Derby after Kelle Roos red card
Sheffield United recorded a 1-0 victory over 10-man Derby following a late penalty from Billy Sharp.
25 September 2021
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Result: Tony Watt snatches Motherwell victory against Ross County
Tony Watt's late strike earned Motherwell a 2-1 victory over Ross County and sent them into the top three of the cinch Premiership.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Troy Deeney rattles crossbar as Birmingham held to goalless draw by Preston
Troy Deeney was denied by the crossbar as Birmingham were forced to settle for a point from a goalless draw at home to Preston.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Michael Gardyne bags late winner as Inverness stay top of Championship
Michael Gardyne's 81st-minute winner saw Inverness overcome Queen of the South 2-1 to remain at the cinch Championship summit.
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Tottenham chief Paratici moves for January transfer reunion with Juventus star
Tottenham are considering a January move for Juventus forward Dejan Kulusevski. Spurs' new managing director of football, Fabio Patrici, is a hug fan of the 21-year-old Swede and is keen to be reunited with him, having taken him to Turin during his time as director of football at Juve. Kulusevski, who has won 15 caps for Sweden, has struggled to nail down a starting berth for the Italian giants this season after making 47 appearances in all competitions last time out.
25 September 2021
mirror.co.uk
Leeds chief slams Klopp and Liverpool in wake of Elliott horror injury
Leeds United managing director Angus Kinnear has railed against Jurgen Klopp as the fallout of Harvey Elliott's injury and Pascal Struijk's red card continues to unfold. Struijk was shown a straight red card after a challenge on Elliott during the Premier League clash between Leeds and Liverpool earlier this month.
25 September 2021
goal.com
Super Eagles' Aribo on target as Rangers humble Dundee United
The visitors were able to hold onto the slim lead for the better part of the first half and in the subsequent half to collect three points
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Steve Cooper takes charge for first time as Nottingham Forest draw with Millwall
Nottingham Forest made an encouraging start under new manager Steve Cooper as they played out a 1-1 draw with Millwall at the City Ground.
25 September 2021
talksport.com
Arsenal legend says club 'need an identity' and must recruit like Liverpool and Leicester
Arsenal's recruitment has been singled out as the biggest reason for the club's current malaise by Gunners legend and former academy director Liam Brady.
25 September 2021
sportsmole.co.uk
Result: Ayr held to goalless draw by Morton
Ayr were held to a goalless draw by Morton in their cinch Championship match at Somerset Park.
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