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Jordan Henderson: I strongly believe that me playing in Saudi Arabia is a positive thing THE ATHLETIC SAYS The Premier League– and Champions League-winning captain, who had long been an advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, has been questioned by many for moving in July to play in a country that criminalises homosexuality. Many felt the England international put the vast amounts of money on offer from Saudi Arabia ahead of his morals. Henderson has not spoken about the move but today, for the first time, he explains the thinking behind his decision and answers the criticisms aimed at him. He also…

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Jordan Henderson: I wouldn’t disrespect Saudi Arabia religion and culture by wearing Rainbow Laces ES SAYS Jordan Henderson has confirmed he would not risk disrespecting “the religion and culture in Saudi Arabia” by wearing rainbow laces or a rainbow captain’s armband. In an extensive interview with The Athletic, the former Liverpool captain has addressed his controversial move to Al-Ettifaq. Henderson has been a vocal advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, and his move to a country which criminalises homosexuality prompted widespread criticism. Henderson, in an interview with Liverpool’s matchday programme in October last year, said of wearing Rainbow Laces: “I have regularly…

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Jordan Henderson DEFENDS his £700,000-per-week move to Saudi Arabia and claims it isn’t money-motivated… as he faces tough reception on return to England duty DAILY MAIL SAYS Former Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has revealed why he left Anfield this summer – claiming his ‘value had shifted’ and wasn’t guaranteed regular minutes under Jurgen Klopp – but insisted joining Al-Ettifaq was not about the money. The England midfielder signed for the Saudi Arabian outfit – managed by Reds legend Steven Gerrard – this summer and has received huge criticism over his move to the Middle East – where he is reportedly…

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Jordan Henderson claims he didn’t “feel wanted” at Liverpool – but move ‘not about money’ THIS IS ANFIELD SAYS Jordan Henderson has spoken for the first time about the reasons for his move to the Saudi Pro League and responded to criticism he received for his decision. Henderson ended his 12-year spell at Liverpool by joining Steven Gerrard at Al-Ettifaq in a deal said to be worth around £12 million. The move was a controversial one, with the 33-year-old previously vocal in his support for LGBTQ+ communities only to switch to a country in which being part of those groups…

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Antony: Brazil drop Manchester United winger after abuse allegations Manchester United player Antony has been dropped from the Brazil national squad following allegations of abuse by his former girlfriend. The Brazilian football federation said Antony, 23, has been withdrawn after “facts became public” that “need to be investigated.” The allegations were published in the Brazilian news outlet OUL on Monday. Antony has denied the allegations made by his ex-partner. Police in both Sao Paulo and Greater Manchester are investigating the claims. “I can calmly state that the accusations are false and that the evidence already produced and the other evidence…

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Times Sport – Sancho’s attack on Ten Hag Catch up on all today’s back pages here – the latest from the weekend’s Premier League action, the US Open and more.  Jadon Sancho’s reaction to Man Utd boss Erik Ten Hag’s comments feature on the back page of the Times. Sancho said on social media he had been made a “scapegoat”. He’s clearly not happy – he pinned his post to the top of his feed on X, formerly known as Twitter. There’s also a report on Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp insisting Mohammed Salah is not for sale. Jadon Sancho: Erik…

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Telegraph Sport – Sancho swipe at Ten Hag Catch up on all today’s back pages here – the latest from the weekend’s Premier League action, the US Open and more.  Jadon Sancho hits back at Erik ten Hag: ‘I’ve been made a scapegoat’ TELEGRAPH SPORT SAYS Jadon Sancho took the extraordinary decision to hit back at his own manager after Erik ten Hag dropped him from the Manchester United squad and accused him of not performing in training. Ten Hag did not even include Sancho on the bench for United’s 3-1 defeat by Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium when his…

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Star Sport – Rant and Dec Catch up on all today’s back pages here – the latest from the weekend’s Premier League action, the US Open and more.  Arsenal’s new hero Declan Rice bags winner in double late heartbreak for Man Utd DAILY STAR SAYS Arsenal sensation Declan Rice announced himself as a club hero after bagging the stoppage-time winner against Manchester United. The £105million summer signing scored an emphatic goal in the 96th minute to make it 2-1, before Gabriel Jesus sealed the victory with a third. The Gunners seemed to be heading towards another disappointing draw with the…

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Mirror Sport – £105m? Bargain! Declan is priceless Catch up on all today’s back pages here – the latest from the weekend’s Premier League action, the US Open and more.  Declan Rice explains Arsenal belief that led to highly-charged celebrations after Man Utd win MIRROR SPORT SAYS Declan Rice has revealed the threat of already falling out of the title race fueled Arsenal’s highly-charged celebrations after their win over Manchester United. The Gunners came agonisingly close to winning the title last season, but a draw against Fulham last week brought an end to their 100 per cent record this term.…

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Arsenal v Man Utd: Police investigating after Roy Keane allegedly assaulted at Emirates An investigation is underway into an alleged assault of former footballer and Sky Sports pundit Roy Keane at the Emirates Stadium following Man United’s 3-1 loss to Arsenal.  Footage online shows pundits Micah Richards and Roy Keane involved in an altercation with an individual. Keane – a former Man United player – was the alleged victim of an assault. Sky Sports says Richards was “acting to defuse a situation”. Micah Richards, 35, and Roy Keane, 52, were working on Sky Sports’ coverage of the Premier League game.…

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