Showing posts with label Luis Diaz. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Luis Diaz. Show all posts
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LUIS DIAZ MAKES TOUCHING TRIBUTE TO FORMER LIVERPOOL TEAMMATE DIOGO JOTA AS HE SCORES FOR BAYERN MÜNCHEN ON DEBUT
Luis Diaz paid tribute to Diogo Jota by emulating his celebration after scoring for Bayern Munich in the Franz Beckenbauer Supercup.
The winger has made his first competitive appearance for Bayern following a £65.5million transfer from Liverpool earlier in the summer.
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| Diaz made a touching tribute to his former teammateCredit: Getty |
After Harry Kane put them ahead against VfB Stuttgart, Diaz scored in the second half with a header from Serge Gnabry's cross.
He then performed the video game celebration that Jota iconically did before he and his brother Andre Silva tragically died last month.
Diaz and Jota made 73 appearances together for Liverpool and won the Premier League title at Anfield last season.
They also collected winners' medals in the FA Cup and Carabao Cup.
Darwin Nunez also did the celebration for Liverpool in a pre-season friendly against Preston North End.
Although Jamie Leweling netted late on for Stuttgart, the goals from Kane and Diaz were enough for Bayern to win 2-1.
Their victory has come on a weekend full of tributes for Jota and Silva after they passed in a car accident in Spain.
Paying tribute to Jota and Silva
Liverpool, for whom Jota scored 65 goals in 182 matches, unveiled fan mosaics for the brothers before their 4-2 win against Bournemouth.
'DJ 20' was raised in The Kop, whilst the Sir Kenny Dalglish Stand held up 'AS 30'.
Supporters inside Anfield also performed an emotional rendition of 'You'll Never Walk Alone' before a period of silence
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| Diaz and Jota both had hugely successful spells at LiverpoolCredit: AFP |
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| Anfield commenced the weekend's tributes to Jota and SilvaCredit: Getty |
Liverpool fans then chanted 'Oh he wears the number 20' during the 20th minute of the match.
At full-time, Mohamed Salah appeared to be fighting back tears amid the poignant occasion.
Jota joined Liverpool in 2020 from Wolves, where he netted 44 times in 131 outings.
The club also prepared tributes for him and Silva at Molineux ahead of their Premier League fixture against Manchester City.
A large tifo of Jota was displayed before kick-off with a banner that read 'We'll remember you when you walk in fields of gold'.
Wolves then played his favourite song, Fields of Gold by Sting, on the speakers inside the ground.
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| Wolves also paid their respects with an impressive displayCredit: AFP |
Similar to Liverpool, fans applauded him during the 18th minute in reference to the shirt number he wore for the club.
Liverpool recently announced that the no. 20 shirt has been retired across all levels at the club in tribute to Jota.
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Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Friday, 6 September 2024
GALATASARAY PLOTTING SURPRISE CASEMIRO TRANSFER SWOOP WITH MAN UNITED OPEN TO OFFLOADING BRAZILIAN AFTER NIGHTMARE PERFORMANCE AGAINST LIVERPOOL
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Casemiro has reportedly made a decision on his Manchester United future as Galatasaray plot a move for the Brazilian after Liverpool nightmare.
- Casemiro was poor against Liverpool
- His mistakes led to two of the goals
- United are ready to ship him to Turkey
WHAT HAPPENED?
Casemiro's standing at United has come under scrutiny after his disappointing performance in United’s 3-0 defeat to Liverpool on Sunday. The 32-year-old was replaced at half-time after costly errors contributed to Liverpool's first two goals, both netted by Luis Diaz. This lacklustre display has cast doubt on Casemiro's future at Old Trafford and he could be shipped away to Galatasaray, according to ESPN. The report adds that United have been open to Casemiro's exit throughout the summer.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Since his high-profile transfer from Real Madrid in 2022, where he was acquired for £60 million ($79m), Casemiro has been one of United’s top earners, with weekly wages reportedly exceeding £300,000 ($394,000). Galatasaray's interest may present a viable option for both parties, but the financial aspects of such a deal remain complex. The Brazilian’s substantial salary could pose a significant hurdle for the Turkish side and a potential loan deal might hinge on United's willingness to cover a portion of his wages.
DID YOU KNOW?
Casemiro's position as a regular starter at United is further threatened by the arrival of Manuel Ugarte. The Uruguayan was brought in on deadline day for an initial €50m (£42.3m/$55m) fee from Paris Saint-Germain, adding depth and competition to United’s midfield. Although Ugarte was not eligible to play against Liverpool due to registration issues, he will be available for selection after the international break.
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WHAT NEXT?
As the Turkish transfer window remains open until September 13, Galatasaray will continue to assess their options, with Casemiro seemingly at the top of their list. A move to Turkey could offer a fresh start and a new challenge for the waning Brazilian while for Galatasaray, it would represent a significant coup, after getting on board Victor Osimhen from Napoli, in their efforts to build a competitive squad.
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Monday, 20 November 2023
Wednesday, 4 October 2023
PGMOL RELEASES VAR AUDIO FROM SPURS V LIVERPOOL
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Process leading to incorrect offside decision against Luis Diaz not being overturned explained as well as PGMOL statement
Referees' body PGMOL has released the full audio from the VAR hub relating to the Luis Diaz goal that was incorrectly disallowed in Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool on Saturday.
Monday, 31 January 2022
Sunday, 30 January 2022
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