Archive May 23, 2025

Welsby hat-trick helps Saints thrash Giants

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Huddersfield (0) 4

Tries: Bibby

St Helens (22) 46

St Helens continued their recent dominance over Huddersfield Giants with a 46-4 victory which eased the pressure on boss Paul Wellens.

Jack Welsby scored a hat-trick, Tristan Sailor and Curtis Sironen grabbed two tries each and Lewis Murphy also got on the scoreboard on a stunning night for Saints.

Jack Bibby scored the hosts’ only points on a chastening night for the Giants.

Victory for Saints means they have scored a cumulative 86 points over the course of their past two matches having thrashed Catalans 40-0 last week.

Sailor got them going inside 10 minutes and the visitors never looked back. Welsby put in the assist for the try having combined with Jonny Lomax in the build-up.

The Giants’ tough start was compounded when Taane Milne was sent to the sin bin for a professional foul for denying Sironen a clear try.

Moments later, Sironen got on the scoresheet and made them pay, touching down from Lomax’s searching kick, while Welsby added the fourth on 26 minutes in similar fashion from Morgan Knowles’ grubber kick.

Lomax thought he added a fifth just before half time, but video referee Marcus Griffiths judged that he failed to ground Welsby’s kick. and Saints frustration was exacerbated when Alex Walmsley was sent to the bin for a professional foul of his own.

On his return, Walmsley put in an excellent defensive effort to hold up Tui Lolohea and soon after the visitors extended their lead when Sailor turned defence into attack to feed Welsby who raced clear.

Huddersfield pulled a try back through Bibby but Saints denied them any more momentum minutes later when Murphy showed great hands to touch down after swift passing from Lomax and Welsby.

Huddersfield: Lolohea; Swift, Milne, Halsall, Gagai; Clune, Rush; King, Woolford, Greenwood, Rushton, Bibby, Cudjoe

Interchanges: Golding, Wilson, Burgess, Hewitt; Bibby.

St Helens: Welsby; Sailor, Percival, Cross, Murphy; Lomax, Whitby; Walmsley, Clark, Delaney, Sironen, Knowles, Lees

Interchanges: Mbye, Paasi, Stephens, Dagnall; Burns.

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Arsenal ‘Humble’ But ‘All-In’ For Women’s Champions League Final

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Renee Slegers, the coach of Arsenal, stated that her team would remain modest as they prepare for their Saturday women’s Champions League encounter with reigning champions Barcelona.

Arsenal reached the final in 2007 with their first victory, while the Catalan giants have won the competition three times and six of the previous seven finals.

Arsenal hope to be the sand in the gears of the Lisbon showpiece despite the fact that Barcelona are on the verge of a repeat of the quadruple from the previous season.

We will demonstrate courage tomorrow, Slegers said at a press conference, “We respect Barcelona as a team, they are really, really difficult (to face).”

We are very humble for the occasion, but we also want to win, and we must find a way to win. ”

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The 36-year-old coach, who took over Arsenal’s season after being appointed in October, warned her team to always be on the lookout for their formidable opponents.

We need to be switched on, disciplined, and courageous, and we must also believe in ourselves, Slegers said.

It’s just been so much work, but it’s all of us, the people who have done this for such a long time, to put ourselves in a position to play this game tomorrow.

We are so excited about the challenge that we will face tomorrow and how well-prepared we will all be for it. ”

Alessia Russo, the team that won the 2007 UEFA Women’s Cup, shared a lunch with the Arsenal squad earlier this week, and the player described it as having a “special” time.

The forward, who was named the football writers’ women’s player of the year earlier this month, acknowledged that any player who plays for Arsenal is aware of how successful it is and how ambitious it is to compete with the best.

We are aware of what has come before us as well, and we had lunch with some of the 2007 winners earlier this week, so understanding what it still means to them is truly special. ”

  ‘Our standard’

The 26-year-old England international has scored seven Champions League goals, finishing only behind Claudia Pino, who also leads the competition.

We are aware that Barcelona is a strong side and consistently has won.

We are capable of doing what we can as a team, and I have full faith in us. ”

In the first leg of their semi-final tussle, Arsenal lost to record-eight-time champions Lyon, but the team recovered with a remarkable 4-1 victory in France to reach the final.

Russo said, “We have spoken about belief a lot as a team, and we have also discovered a lot of ways to win this season.”

It has been a year of learning and highs and lows.

We want to keep that performance in Lyon as a benchmark for the rest of our industry.

We wanted to compete in the final because it was unique and it was a result that we needed to perform without any other options. ”

Kim Little scored the first game of the season between these teams in 2012, when Arsenal won 7-0.

The Scottish midfielder, 34, claims, “I don’t have many memories from the games, but I do remember that my friend Jenny (Beattie) scored and that I also did in one of them.”

Tomorrow, I’m hoping to make more (memories). ”

Gov Mutfwang Lifts Mining Suspension On 159 Companies

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Executive Order 001 of 2025, which temporarily suspended all mining activities in the state’s 17 local government areas, has been reviewed by the state governor, Caleb Mutfwang.

Governor Mutfwang addressed journalists at the Jos Government House, saying that the decision to suspend mining activities was not taken lightly and didn’t intend to endanger or impede people’s legitimate means of livelihood.

“I am fully aware that Plateau State has been a pillar of Nigeria’s mining history since 1902,” he said. The Plateau’s large-scale mining industry was a result of the province’s efforts to stimulate economic growth, industrial development, job creation, foreign exchange earnings, and infrastructure expansion, the governor claimed.

The governor expressed concern about the high percentage of young people who have given up their education to work in artisanal mining because the unfortunate trend has exposed them to exploitation, drug abuse, prostitution, and potentially life-threatening health risks.

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Following thorough screening and verification, 159 businesses were given the go-ahead to resume mining operations in the state in light of the recommendations of the technical committee.

These include 118 tin sheds/buying centers across the state, 15 small scale mining leases, 15 exploration licenses, five artisanal and small-scale mining permits, one quarry lease, and six mining companies with licenses.

The governor advised anyone who has not received the committee’s approval to stay away from all mining sites because all non-compliant operators will be subject to a full suspension.

Al Hilal prepare £80m Fernandes bid – Saturday’s gossip

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Bruno Fernandes and Florian Wirtz would prefer to join Liverpool over Bayern Munich, according to Al Hilal’s £80 million offer, and Emiliano Martinez looks set to leave Aston Villa.

Bruno Fernandes, 30, is one of the few Portugal internationals at Old Trafford who could demand a sizable transfer fee, according to Al Hilal, who are preparing an £80 million offer to sell him. Football Insider

Next week is the deadline for Fernandes to decide whether he wants to leave Manchester United and agree to a £200 million deal with the club. (Mail)

Fernandes could become a major player at Bayern Munich, but the transfer fee United might want could prove to be a hindrance. (Teamtalk)

Alejandro Garnacho, 20, is becoming more likely to leave Manchester United this summer after becoming dissatisfied with his position under Ruben Amorim. (ESPN)

After being dropped for the Europa League final defeat to Tottenham, Garnacho’s representatives are scheduled to speak with Manchester United about his future. (Telegraph requires a subscription)

Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is a midfielder for England who will likely be sold by Manchester United as a way to relieve their financial strain. (Sun)

If Bayer Leverkusen leaves him for Germany, midfielder Florian Wirtz, 22, would rather move to Liverpool rather than Bayern Munich. (Athletic – A subscription required)

Kaoru Mitoma, 28, a winger from Brighton and Japan, is regarded as a viable substitute for Wirtz, according to Bayern Munich. (Sky Germany)

Real Madrid design Alexis Mac Allister to replace Croatia international Luka Modric, 39, who is leaving this summer. (Spanish phrase for “fichajes”)

About a potential sale of Slovenian international Benjamin Sesko, 21, RB Leipzig have spoken with Arsenal’s newly appointed sporting director Andrea Berta. (Sky Sports Germany, German)

Real Madrid’s Cristian Romero, 27, may leave Spurs this summer, with Spanish clubs keeping an eye on his situation. Football Insider

Despite failing to qualify for European football next season, Wolves and Brazil’s Matheus Cunha, 25, is still content to join Manchester United this summer. (Sky Sports)

With Saudi Pro League teams interested in the Argentina international and Manchester United, Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 32, is set to leave the club. (Teamtalk)

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Al Hilal prepare £80m Fernandes bid – Saturday’s gossip

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Al Hilal prepare an £80m offer to sign Bruno Fernandes from Manchester United, Florian Wirtz would prefer to join Liverpool over Bayern Munich, while Emiliano Martinez looks set to leave Aston Villa.

Al Hilal are preparing an £80m offer to persuade Manchester United to sell their captain, Bruno Fernandes, 30, with the Portugal international one of the few players at Old Trafford that could demand a hefty transfer fee. (Football Insider)

Fernandes has been set a deadline of next week to decide if he wants to leave Manchester United and sign a deal worth £200m with the club from Saudi Arabia. (Mail)

Bayern Munich could launch a blockbuster move for Fernandes although the transfer fee United would want may prove to be a stumbling block. (Teamtalk)

Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho, 20, is increasingly likely to leave Manchester United this summer after becoming disillusioned at his role under head coach Ruben Amorim. (ESPN)

Garnacho’s representatives are set to hold talks with Manchester United to discuss the Argentine’s future after he was dropped for the Europa League final loss to Tottenham. (Telegraph – subscription required)

Manchester United also look set to sell England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, in a bid to ease financial pressure on the club. (Sun)

Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz, 22, would prefer to move to Liverpool instead of Bayern Munich if he leaves Bayer Leverkusen this summer. (Athletic – subscription required)

Bayern Munich believe Brighton and Japan winger Kaoru Mitoma, 28, is a viable alternative to Wirtz. (Sky Germany)

Real Madrid view Liverpool and Argentina midfielder Alexis Mac Allister as the natural successor to Croatia international Luka Modric, 39, who is leaving the Bernabeu this summer. (Fichajes in Spanish)

RB Leipzig have been in contact with Arsenal’s newly appointed sporting director Andrea Berta about a potential deal to sell 21-year-old Slovenia striker Benjamin Sesko. (Sky Sports Germany – in German)

Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, 27, could depart Spurs this summer with clubs in Spain keeping a close eye on the Argentina international’s situation. (Football Insider)

Wolves and Brazil forward Matheus Cunha, 25, is still happy to join Manchester United this summer despite their failure to qualify for European football next season. (Sky Sports)

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, 32 is set to leave the club with Saudi Pro League teams and Manchester United interested in the Argentina international. (Teamtalk)

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Lebanon launches process to disarm Palestinian factions in refugee camps

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For the first time in a long time, a joint Lebanese-Palestinian committee has convened to discuss how to disarm the groups that are held by Palestinian factions in Lebanon’s refugee camps.

Nawaf Salam, the prime minister of Lebanon, and the Lebanese-Palestinian Dialogue Committee, a government agency that serves as an intermediary between Palestinian refugees and officials, met on Friday.

Participants “agreed to launch a process for the disarmament of weapons according to a specific timetable,” according to the group.

Additionally, it stated that it intended to “enhance the economic and social rights of Palestinian refugees.”

A source within the Lebanese government’s 12 official refugee camps, which house numerous Palestinian factions, including Fatah, Hamas&nbsp, Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and a number of other organizations, could start in mid-June.

The camps are under Palestinian control, but Lebanese authorities still maintain control over them, according to a decades-old agreement.

The Lebanese government is under increasing international pressure to stop the Iran-aligned Hezbollah, which fought a war with Israel last year.

The message is clear, he said. According to Zeina Khodr, a journalist from Beirut, “Lebanon is moving forward with monopolizing arms in the hands of the state,” there is a new era, a new balance of power, and a new leadership in the country.

She said that the next step in the process of dismantling Hezbollah’s military infrastructure in southern Lebanon “has already begun,” and that it will focus on destroying Palestinian groups in camps before addressing the issue of Hezbollah’s weapons in the rest of the nation.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas visited Lebanon earlier this week and stated in a speech that the camps’ weapons “hurt Lebanon and the Palestinian cause.” Abbas is the leader of the Palestinian Liberation Organization.

Palestinian factions won’t use Lebanon as a launchpad for attacks against Israel, according to Abbas’s and Joseph Aoun’s visit, and weapons will be consolidated under the Lebanese government’s control.

Numerous groups reportedly sounded opposed to disarmament, according to Al Jazeera’s Khodr.

There are many armed groups, including Hamas and [Palestinian] Islamic Jihad, who believe in an armed conflict with Israel, she said.