Mohamed Salah was dropped for the team’s 2-0 victory over West Ham, according to head coach Arne Slot, but he later claimed that the striker responded as a “top professional” once the news began to surface.
Despite domestic leagues rejecting the idea for the greater game, FIFA is set to continue with plans to have VAR checks on corner kick awards at the 2026 World Cup.
The International Football Association Board (Ifab), which determines the game’s laws, agreed that VAR could be expanded to include incorrectly displayed second yellow cards that result in red cards at an Ifab meeting in October.
However, Fifa’s proposal to review corners was rejected, so next summer, the world’s governing body will need to successfully conduct a trial in the US, Mexico, and Canada.
Fifa has consistently applied trials to its competitions, but the measures will be discussed further at the upcoming Ifab meeting in January.
It could use the same mechanism to begin reviewing corners, such as semi-automated offside technology and referees announcing VAR decisions to the crowd.
As part of a more thorough review of VAR protocol, Fifa’s head of referees Pierluigi Collina has backed the change.
Collina is willing to go further, noting that the VAR may be able to quickly fix any errors.
However, he won’t receive his wish for them to be reviewed in the future unless Ifab changes its mind.
There is real opposition to anything that could worsen the delays caused by VAR, and all leagues are under pressure to do so.
Former Ifab board member Mark Bullingham, the head of the Football Association, has previously stated his opposition to it to BBC Sport.
Due to the relatively few second yellow cards in a season, the VAR’s decision to assess incorrectly issued second yellow cards is likely to be approved right away, especially given how few of them are in a game. In the Premier League, there are ten corners on average per game.
Domestic leagues face a real problem with resources, especially as you drop down the tiers, whereas Fifa has the option to appoint as many video referees as it wants for its showpiece event.
In group-stage games at the World Cup in 2022, five players worked in the VAR room, compared to the norm for domestic competitions, which had only two.
Fifa appointed an offside VAR, a support VAR, and a support assistant VAR in addition to the assistant VAR.
Fifa can also ensure that domestic leagues have access to the necessary cameras to make quick decisions.
The ball’s connected technology, which is not available to leagues, would allow the VAR to know when the ball touched it last in close situations.
For domestic leagues, nothing could be replicated of this.
Even at the Premier League level, cameras have proven problematic to capture every goal line. When the VAR failed to have the evidence that the ball was out, this was the case with Newcastle’s contentious winning goal against Arsenal two years ago.
The Scottish Premiership, the Dutch Eredivisie, as well as the second divisions in Germany, France, Italy, and Spain would all be required to check corners in the protocol if they were added.
Because leagues lack the tools to make quick, uniform decisions, it would cause significant delays.
A referee cannot alter a restart decision, even if they realize it is incorrect after play is resumed, one of the laws of the game’s fundamentals that applies to all levels.
The game must then continue once the corner has been taken and the play has ended.
Every corner will have to be reviewed by the VAR, which will, in the majority of cases, be clear.
Fifa believes it has the resources to make all decisions quickly, from VARs to cameras to ball technology.
It will depart from VAR protocol, which only considers red cards, red cards, and mistaken identity in four distinct areas. The list of corners being awarded is expected to grow in the World Cup next year.
If only the VAR had checked the award of corners that directly lead to goals, it might be that the attacking team would have taken it as short knowing that the VAR would have disallowed a corner kick if the referee had known.
After I’m A Celeb said goodbye to its third star, we want to know who you want to be crowned king or queen of the jungle. The winner will become the new reigning champ after McFly singer Danny Jones took home the crown last year.
As we approach the final week of I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Vogue Williams has been evicted from camp, following Eddie Kadi and Alex Scott in leaving the Jungle and crossing the iconic bridge back to reality.
This comes after Vogue bickered with Angry Ginge over the washing up. He said people should use containers to use less cups, and she responded: “People have the right to have a clean bowl in the morning and a clean whatever they want in the afternoon and a clean one in the evening.” If you can’t see the poll, click here.
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After leaving, she later told Ant and Dec that she thought some people weren’t pulling their weight in the camp and that she didn’t understand “cupgate,” where you wash up containers and can wash cups as well.
Fans of I’m A Celeb were also fed up with Angry Ginge and Aitch for complaining about the washing machine. One person said, “Ginge talking about a potential victory here. attempting to appear workhy and wingebag.
Another added, “Ginge and Aitch can’t do any wrong because they’re in the jungle, so wouldn’t keeping the same utensils be unhygienic”? It might be difficult to keep track of what insects will land on it, and who knows what will happen. None of the other dishwashers expressed any complaints.”
Some praised Vogue for her time spent in camp, one of the late arrivals along with Tom Read Wilson. The trial with the balls trying to knock her over will be Vogue’s most cherished memory, according to one fan. She received 11 stars for her physical condition. Respect”.
Eddie Kadi and Alex Scott leave the jungle in style on Vogue. Some fans were surprised by this because Eddie and Alex weren’t always fans’ favorites, but neither one of them was.
During the show this year, fans have accused Jack Osbourne of ‘bullying’ Ruby Wax, and others, including Alison Hammond, have said they feel his erratic and intense behaviour is a sign that it is too soon for him to be on the show.
On I’m a Celeb, Jack recently discussed the loss of his father, Ozzy Osbourne. Ozzy had a heart attack earlier this year, and he passed away. The Black Sabbath singer’s final performance was only a few minutes away.
Kelly Brook and Martin Kemp are regarded as the least likely candidates to take the role of King or Queen of the Jungle this year now that Vogue has left.
Another star will be walking across the iconic bridge again tonight and, with just days to go until the series 25 winner is crowned, we want to know who you think should be King or Queen of the jungle. Vote in our poll to have your say in the comments below.
Despite the scrutiny that followed them on the Ashes tour, England captain Ben Stokes insists that his side will continue to enjoy being in Australia.
In the lead-up to the second Test in Brisbane, local media reported that England players, including Stokes, were riding public scooters without helmets, an offense that is punishable by a fine in Queensland law.
The most recent reports come after England’s first Test appearance in Perth was closely watched closely. The players were followed through the airport, on golf courses, and on an aquarium-related excursion.
Australia is “the best country to tour on a cricket-related note.” There are a lot of activities available. You can explore the area and discover unique features that only Australia can offer, such as fantastic golf courses, coffee shops, and restaurants for lunch.
Being able to “free your mind” and “enjoy yourself” is “one of the most important things” for players in a tour environment, Stokes continued.
England faced criticism for their approach on the field, activities off it, and decision not to send any of their first-Test XI to an England Lions game in Canberra following a crushing defeat in Perth, the first two-day Ashes Test for 104 years.
England was called “arrogant” by former Australia pace bowler Mitchell Johnson, to which Stokes responded, “I’d rather words like rubbish.” I’m not too sure about that, but it’s haughty.
One of the most well-known cricketers in the world is All-Star Stokes. In 2017, the 34-year-old was subject to intense media scrutiny after being accused of affray in a car accident outside a Bristol nightclub.
Stokes was ultimately found not to be guilty, but he also missed the 2017-18 Ashes tour.
Some of England’s players are currently touring Australia and participating in their first Ashes series.
“Those conversations took place as a group before we left,” said Stokes. It’s not unexpected,” he said.
When we arrived, we felt it. From 8 am to 8 am, cameras were standing in front of the hotel, following us around the golf course, and even when we had lunch.
“I’ve worked in the media’s very, very bad side. I understand.
Nobody is using the footage or photos in any way that is inappropriate. Making sure young people are enjoying traveling to such a fantastic country as Australia.
Prior to the Ashes tour, England’s in 2021 and 2022 were subject to Covid restrictions, which meant players had no choice but to play cricket.
According to England batter Ollie Pope, “locking your doors and not coming out of your room is the unhealthy thing to do,” as we saw in the Covid times on Wednesday.
I’m a pretty private person, said Australia’s fast bowler Scott Boland. I enjoy having a camera in my face all the time when I can return home.
When asked whether the media attention should go against the grain or against the grain, Stokes responded, “A little bit of both. Because I appear to be appearing in the press every four days, my sponsors will be happy.
“It will probably continue the entire tour,” she said. I don’t think it’s wrong to go out and spend your time on a golf course, eating coffee or lunch, or riding a scooter.
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Beginning on Thursday, England will attempt to bring the Ashes series level with a day-night Test at the Gabba, which has been their home ground since 1986.
While Australia are without opener Usman Khawaja due to his back spasms, the tourists have selected all-rounder Will Jacks to replace injured fast bowler Mark Wood.
England will break on the Sunshine Coast before the third Test in Adelaide will begin on December 17 (23:30 GMT 16 December), regardless of the outcome of the second Test.
And Stokes claimed that Stokes’ team won’t use the urn’s creation of a siege mentality as an additional motivating factor.
The skipper said, “That could be quite a dangerous place to get your mind at.”
“We go out there because we want to defeat Australia.” When you focus on the reason you are playing against the entire world, you are taking your mind off of the significance of your feelings.
“I suppose that’s how I view everything.” I train because… What makes us make our decisions? That’s all right if there’s a reason for doing what you’re doing for the benefit of what you’re doing instead of for external reasons.
England’s intense media scrutiny in Australia is not unusual.
After local media whipped up the headbutt controversy between Jonny Bairstow and Cameron Bancroft, Stokes was speaking in the same Brisbane hotel where eight years prior, cricket director of cricket Andrew Strauss claimed England were not “thugs.”
Players from Australia also get unwanted attention. Cricket Australia recently requested that local media avoid “door-door” players arriving at airports.
Evidently, the tone of the coverage between the two teams varies, and a lot of negativity comes out of England, which is not helped by their victories and performances on the field or the “Bazball” mantra that seems to irritate the Aussies.
No one can anticipate England or any other touring nation to be practicing day and day. Players who don’t play cricket regularly should do so in their spare time.
Many English players also play golf, but Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Jamie Smith, and Shoaib Bashir are just a few examples.
Golf is a sport that Australians play. Before the Perth Test, Usman Khawaja’s actions were criticized. The Australians also benefit from returning home after each test.
The attention that has come out of England was excessive, and there has been no justification for the hordes of arrogance. Despite the fact that it has been noted that Alex Carey did some excellent coverage after the Bairstow stumping at Lord’s two years ago.
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Following a significant protest in the capital Sofia against the proposed tax increases, which led to clashes between police and demonstrators, Bulgaria’s government announced it is retracing a planned budget.
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Meghan Markle’s winter wardrobe has long been coveted by fashion fans, with her polished style frequently documented at public appearances and events. Those looking to recreate the Duchess of Sussex’s look without the designer price tag are in luck, because I’ve found a high-street piece that is perfect for replicating her elegant style on a budget.
The Darted Revere Collar Longline Coat, from Marks and Spencer, bears striking resemblance to a formal camel coat worn by Meghan back in January 2020 for a visit to Canada House. Meghan’s exact ‘Sable’ coat came from high-end fashion brand Reiss and would have cost hundreds of pounds – but M&S’ take on the outerwear number is priced at a much more affordable £70.
A longline coat is a timeless wardrobe staple, said to bring ‘understated style’ to a wardrobe. They’re ideal for those dressier occasions when a puffer coat simply won’t do, with fans of the jacket saying it ‘looks and feels more expensive’ than its price tag.
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Cut in a regular fit, it features a smart revere collar, two waist flap pockets – just like Meghan’s Reiss number – and front darts to ‘create a flattering shape’. Available in sizes six to 24, it comes in petite and regular lengths, though taller shoppers may be disappointed it doesn’t come in a longer version, too.
Coming in a neutral ‘caramel’ tone, the jacket will pair beautifully with almost anything, whether it’s jeans and a jumper for a weekend coffee date, or over a festive party outfit. This style of jacket is immensely popular year on year, which means they’re never in short supply on the high street, either.
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At New Look, their Camel Single Button Lined Coat has been reduced from £50 to £35, providing a purse-friendly outerwear option. One shopper said of the jacket: “It was a really nicely made coat, with full lining, but the fabric was heavier than I wanted. Nice and warm if that’s what you are looking for.”
Meanwhile, with chocolate brown being one of the major colour trends this season, there’s the Chocolate Brown Formal Funnel Neck Coat at Next for £88. It features a funnel neck, a button-through fastening, and a belted waist, creating a smart and timeless silhouette that’s perfect for formal occasions.
Back at M&S, many have praised the ‘slimming’, ‘cosy and smart’ coat. It earned a 4.4 star-rating based on over 60 reviews, one of which read: “Lovely coat, exact colour I wanted, looks and feels more expensive.”
One fashion fan loving all the brown shades this season added: “I am very into browns, camels and all shades of brown this year so bought this to go with skirts and trousers.”
“I’ve been looking for a smart winter coat for ages,” said another. “I’m only 5′ tall and every coat I tried just swamped me. This coat, in petite, is a perfect length, it’s warm, cosy and smart and at only £70 is terrific value for money. This will be a wardrobe staple for many a year I’m sure.”
Many shoppers, however, have complained about the coat’s popper-style fastening as opposed to traditional buttons. One said: “Although I dislike the stud fastenings, the overall fit and quality are excellent.”
“Have been looking for a camel coat for while this one fits the bill perfectly the only criticism is the poppers would have preferred buttons,” said another.
