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da winzada777： Leeds United stumbled to a 2-2 draw against Watford on Good Friday, the underwhelming Whites bailed out by Mateo Joseph managing to score late on to steal a share of the points.

da esoccer bet： Without that vital goal finding the back of the net, Daniel Farke's promotion chasers would have fell to their first Championship defeat of the calendar year.

This up-and-down collective display at Vicarage Road could see Farke chop and change his XI for the visit of Hull City to nearby West Yorkshire tonight, with Liam Cooper in grave danger of being axed after a horror show in Hertfordshire.

Liam Cooper's performance vs Watford in numbers

Drafted into the starting lineup to make up for the absence of Ilia Gruev, with Ethan Ampadu then pushed into defensive midfield, Cooper will be fearing that Farke won't be as keen tonight to keep him in his starting XI after his disastrous showing against the Hornets.

The decorated Whites servant is in danger of tainting his long and celebrated time at Elland Road with displays like these, the 32-year-old ran ragged by Emmanuel Dennis up top for Tom Cleverley's men for the second Watford strike of the night.

Moreover, the seasoned centre-back would end up squandering possession 11 times in total playing out from defence before being substituted off on the 64th minute mark.

In stark contrast, his centre-back partner in Joe Rodon would give up possession just three times whilst Ampadu would manage to come away from the 2-2 affair with an 87% pass accuracy next to his name.

It was no surprise, therefore, to see Cooper's performance receive pelters after the game was up.

LeedsLive journalist Beren Cross would dish out a 4/10 rating post-match to the Scotsman, describing his display as contributing to a 'disjointed' Whites look at Vicarage Road.

The logical switch now would see Ampadu return to the heart of defence alongside the popular Tottenham Hotspur loanee, with Cooper then left to make up the numbers on the bench for Farke's men against the Tigers.

Cooper's numbers vs Watford

Minutes played

64

Touches

49

Accurate passes

29/40 (73%)

Tackles

0

Duels won

4/6

Possession lost

11x

Stats by Sofascore

This could well be the beginning of the end for Cooper's Leeds career, unfortunately, with the Leeds number six's contract coming to an end very soon in June.

Liam Cooper's future at Leeds

Cooper starting against the Hornets was only the 32-year-old's eighth start of the season in the Championship and only his 15th appearance to date in the league overall.

To say he's fallen down the pecking order would be an understatement when you examine how effective of a defensive duo Rodon and Ampadu have become over the waning centre-back getting minutes.

Cooper has only contributed to just two clean sheets too when playing this season for a Leeds side that have the sternest defence in the division, with 30 goals shipped from 39 games so far.

It will obviously be a sad severing of the ties if Cooper isn't kept on past this summer, but with this showing against Watford still fresh in the minds of Whites fans, it might well be what needs to be done so not to damage his career at Elland Road further.

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Ewie Cronje, the former Free State Cricket president and father of the late South Africa captain Hansie Cronje has died. Cronje was suffering from stomach cancer. He was 80.Cronje played 27 first-class matches for Free State between 1960 and 1971 but was better known for his time in administration. He played a leading role in establishing and growing cricket at the University of the Free State and went on to become president of Free State Cricket Union, a position he held between 1983 and 1990. Cronjé was a mentor to some of the province’s high-profile players including Allan Donald, Corrie van Zyl and Boeta Dippenaar.He stood by Hansie during the match-fixing scandal in the year 2000 and though Hansie was banned from all forms of cricket and died two years later, Ewie continued to work in the development of the game. In 2012, Cronje was honoured by Cricket South Africa, who presented him with the Khaya Majola Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of his years of service to the game.Cronje’s health deteriorated steadily this year and he was unable to speak when former cricket boss Dr Ali Bacher contacted him late last month to mend their relationship. Bacher told the weekly Afrikaans newspaper that the coronavirus pandemic prompted him to reach out to Cronje, who he had not spoken to in almost two decades. Though Cronjé could not respond, he was able to listen to Bacher and his family reported that his response was emotional.That was three weeks ago, when Cronje was described as seriously ill. At 2.05pm on Monday, he passed away.With South Africa still under a strict lockdown and restrictions in place on the number of people who can gather, the family have opted not have a funeral at this stage. Cronje is survived by his wife San-Marie, his son Frans and his daughter Hester.

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da realsbet： Com três defesas na disputa de pênaltis, Diego Alves foi o herói do Flamengo na conquista do bi da Supercopa do Brasil. O fato do camisa 1 ter brilhado, contudo, não chega a ser uma surpresa. Jogador do Rubro-Negro desde 2017, o goleiro chegou ao Ninho do Urubu com a fama de pegador de pênaltis, afinal, na Espanha, levou a melhor sobre Lionel Messi, Neymar e Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ao todo, Diego Alves já defendeu 40 cobranças de pênaltis em sua carreira.

Com as cobranças de Mayke, Gabriel Menino e Luan, são 11 defesas do goleiro pelo Flamengo em 39 penalidades cobradas, um aproveitamento de 28,2%.

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da dobrowin： Revelado no Atlético-MG, Diego Alves já mostrou essa qualidade pelo Galo, nas duas temporadas que atuou pelo clube. Foram apenas 61 jogos, nos quais o goleiro fez duas defesas em sete cobranças (28,57% de aproveitamento).

Negociado com o Almería, Diego passou a defender o clube espanhol em 2007 e teve um desempenho excepcional nos pênaltis: defendeu 10 dos 18 cobrados contra sua meta (55,55%).

Em 2011, passou a defender o Valencia. As boas atuações no futebol da Espanha também o levaram à Seleção Brasileira. No clube que mais defendeu na carreira, por ora, foram 15 pênaltis defendidos em 31 batidas (48,38%).

Nos dez anos em que atuou na Espanha, somando suas passagens por Valencia e Almería, Diego Alves defendeu 25 pênaltis em 49 cobranças, tendo Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo e Neymar entre os adversários que venceu no duelo.

Assim, Diego éo goleiro que mais defendeu penalidades na história da La Liga.

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da blaze casino： A sexta-feira (26) de futebol será agitadas por partidas nos campeonatos aqui no Brasil. Pela segunda fase da Copa do Brasil, o Corinthians enfrenta o Retrô, de Pernambuco, às 21h30, no estádio Elcyr Resende de Mendonça, em Saquarema, estado do Rio de Janeiro, com transmissão do canal Premiere.

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Pela rodada do Campeonato Carioca, Fluminense e Volta Redonda entram em campo, às 16h00. A transmissão será feita pelo pay per view do estadual.

Confira abaixo os principais confrontos do dia e a programação de transmissão:

15h30 – Ypiranga-AP x Santa Cruz
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15h30 – Jaraguá-GO x Manaus
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16h00 – Fluminense x Volta Redonda
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21h30 – Corinthians x Retrô-PE
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Glasgow Rangers face a quick turnaround from their midweek victory at Ibrox over Ross County as they travel to Perth to face St Johnstone in the Premiership this afternoon.

Philippe Clement’s side have yet to drop points in the league this year and the momentum is certainly with the Gers as they look to secure a first title since the 2020/21 campaign.

With the fixtures coming thick and fast, the Belgian manager may look to make a change or two to his starting XI to take on the Saints.

Rangers team news vs St Johnstone

The 49-year-old coach spoke to the media prior to the match today as he gave an update on the squad, saying:

“Rabbi (Matondo) has a small muscle issue, why he was changed at HT. He had a scan and will miss this game, I think he will be back short-term.”

Aside from this, there are no new injury issues thankfully, but that won't mean Clement will rest on his laurels ahead of what could be a tricky test in Perth.

Tom Lawrence started the tie against Ross County and was impressive, yet his recent injury issues indicate that he should be dropped to the bench given the sharp turnaround in games and this could see a first Premiership start for Mohamed Diomande.

Mohamed Diomande could be ideal for John Lundstram

Against County in midweek, Lundstram dropped slightly deeper and allowed Lawrence freedom to roam, culminating in the Welshman succeeding with 100% of his dribble attempts, taking six shots and making two key passes during the tie.

Diomande could provide a similar attacking output should he start against the Saints. The 22-year-old arrived off the bench against the Staggies and completed 100% of his passes, made one key pass and took 14 touches.

The 6 foot maestro could benefit from playing the full 90 minutes as he works his way back up to match fitness and his statistics during the opening half of the season for FC Nordsjaelland.

Indeed, the “aggressive” midfielder – as so dubbed by analyst John Walker when profiling him last month – created three big chances and averaged 1.1 key passes per game in the Danish top flight, while his passing was also impressive, averaging an 89% pass success rate per game.

These statistics were clearly enough to see Clement make a move to bring him to Ibrox and, although it will take a few weeks for him to get up to speed with Scottish football, initial signs are promising.

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With a plethora of options to choose from with regard to who partners Lundstram in the midfield, it is certainly a nice problem for Clement to have and this could see him rotate players on a regular basis.

A trip to Perth is never easy, but it will be a good match for Diomande to be thrown into and, with the experience of Lundstram alongside him, there is no doubt the Ivorian can perform well.

Three points is all that matters for the Ibrox side as they look to keep up with Celtic at the summit of the league.

Leeds United correspondent Phil Hay has dropped a worrying injury claim regarding winger Jack Harrison ahead of Sunday’s crucial clash with Brighton.

The Lowdown: Marsch’s comments

Harrison was withdrawn in the first half of the 3-0 defeat to Chelsea on Wednesday evening. Jesse Marsch admitted after the match he was hoping the injury wasn’t too serious, describing the issue as a ‘contusion’ that ‘limited him from moving’.

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The 25-year-old, described as a ‘big influence’ by Marcelo Bielsa, has missed just three Premier League games all season and none under Marsch but was due to have a scan on Thursday morning.

However, it looks as if he could join a number of senior stars on the sidelines due to injury and suspension for the final home game of the campaign.

The Latest: Hay’s claim

Hay shared a story for The Athletic following another night to forget for Leeds against Thomas Tuchel’s side. When it came to injuries, he stated that Harrison is ‘probably beyond Marsch’s reach for the meeting with Brighton’.

Raphinha was also taken off with a slight hamstring concern in the second half, but that was thought to be simply as a precaution.

The Verdict: What next?

Leeds are running out of time, games and players in their attempts to avoid the drop, so should Harrison miss out on Sunday, Marsch will be left with limited resources in attack on what would be another big blow.

Providing Raphinha makes it, he could be the only senior wide man available at Elland Road. Youngsters Joe Gelhardt and Sam Greenwood, who are suited to more central roles, could be Marsch’s only options.

An even narrower formation could be deployed as a result, and who knows, Patrick Bamford may make a timely return to the squad in a rare injury boost, should he return to team training today as expected.

In other news: Phil Hay says £15k-p/w Leeds man will now leave Elland Road over the coming weeks. 

Leeds United correspondent Beren Cross has provided a positive injury update regarding star striker Patrick Bamford.

The Lowdown: Bamford’s season to forget

Bamford has managed just seven starts in 2021/22 due to ankle, hamstring and foot problems, with the 28-year-old completing 90 minutes on just four occasions.

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He netted 17 times last season compared to just two goals during the current campaign, with his latest setback coming last month.

The forward ruptured his plantar fascia against Wolves on March 18, but it looks as if he is making positive progress ahead of a return prior to the end of the season.

The Latest: Cross shares Thorp Arch update

Jesse Marsch has previously stated that he is ‘optimistic’ Bamford would be able to return for the final two games against Brighton and Brentford, fixtures which could be huge in the club’s attempts to avoid the drop.

Cross shared a story regarding Bamford on Wednesday morning, suggesting he ‘is due out on the pitches again this week’, describing a return to the training ground as the ‘breath of fresh air’ Marsch needs.

The Verdict: Fingers crossed

Hopefully, Leeds will manage to pick up some unlikely points over their next three games with Manchester City, Arsenal and Chelsea, three of the current top four, to take them close to the magic 40-point mark.

They currently have a five-point gap over Everton and are three points clear of Burnley, so there’s every chance Leeds will still need something against Brighton and Brentford.

Bamford could well be involved if that is the case, and it looks as if he is on track for a May 15 return, should he take to the Thorp Arch training pitches over the coming days.

In other news: Radz and 49ers will now reward Marsch if he keeps Leeds up by moving for 29-goal forward. 

Liverpool are keen on signing “highly unpredictable” centre-forward Victor Osimhen from Serie A side Napoli this summer in a deal that could be worth £80m.

What’s the word?

According to the Daily Express, Liverpool are among several clubs to be interested in signing the player who is open to a move away from Naples.

Fellow Premier League side Arsenal are also interested in signing him so they may have a fight on their hands for his signature. Osimhen has been in top form this season and Napoli think now is the right time to cash in on that.

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It’s thought a mammoth fee of £80m could be enough to prise him away from Italy.

Their own Haaland?

He’s a player that Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp will be excited about, and if he can get him ahead of one of his Premier League rivals then it will be an even bigger coup.

The report states that representatives of the player have been allowed to speak to interested clubs and get the ball rolling over a possible deal. While the player is open to moving to England, he wants to be playing Champions League football, and with Liverpool now guaranteed to be playing in Europe’s premier competition next season they have an advantage over the Gunners when it comes to negotiating.

With striker Divock Origi set to leave Merseyside this summer, and with Mohamed Salah still not having signed a new deal, there will be space in Liverpool’s forward line for a new arrival.

Osimhen could be the perfect fit. The Nigerian is currently top scorer for the Italian side this season with 17 goals in 29 appearances, these have been crucial for the clubs fight to secure a Champions League place. They currently sit third in the league table.

When you compare him to other players in his position, in Europe’s top five leagues over the last year, the results are impressive. The 23-year old ranks in the top 5% for non-penalty goals and in the top 3% for goals per shots on target.

With that in mind, it’s hardly a surprise that FB Ref’s similar players model puts him alongside a certain Erling Haaland and it’s clear to see why with just 0.9 separating them when it comes to their shot-creating actions per 90 minutes. There is just one carry in possession of the ball separating the duo too, demonstrating that they were both rather comparable when it comes to their forward play.

This proves that he is deadly with every chance he gets and rarely misses a goal scoring opportunity. He can be a huge asset to Liverpool and they need to secure his services before one of their rivals do.

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Getafe's president has hinted that Mason Greenwood could be returning to the La Liga club next season amid links to Serie A.

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• Greenwood impresses for Getafe
• Man Utd exit likely
• Getafe president issues update

• WHAT HAPPENED?

  Angel Torres has named the United outcast in his plans for the 2024-25 season despite nothing concrete emerging about his future. Greenwood has been heavily linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer, with Juventus and Lazio also touted as possible landing spots.

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  The Red Devils have reportedly set an asking price in the region of £33 million (€40m/$43m) for Greenwood this summer, following his loan spell at Getafe during the 2023-24 campaign. Greenwood scored five goals and added one assist in 18 appearances for the Madrid club.

• WHAT TORRES SAID

  “We have 15 in the squad plus Greenwood, who we hope to give good news about soon and I hope will stay another year,” Torres said at a Getafe kit launch.

  “As the press says, there are many offers and we will abide by what Manchester United say. It looks like he will continue for another year. Every day that passes there are more possibilities but you have to be cautious.”

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  WHAT NEXT FOR GREENWOOD?

  Whether or not Greenwood does return to Getafe remains to be seen. Torres has outlined that nothing will come to fruition until after Euro 2024 is finished and has also hinted at further incomings, even if Greenwood does arrive.

  “If everything goes well we need 10 players,” Torres added. “We have to make the team. We have to strengthen the team a lot and make a new project. We are going to wait for the Euros to finish and then the rush will come.”

Former Chelsea boss Emma Hayes' impact is already being felt with the USWNT ahead of this summer's Olympics tilt.

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Hayes swapped Chelsea for the USWNTHas already overseen two friendly winsUSWNT aiming for fifth gold this summerWHAT HAPPENED?

Hayes took the helm in the USA after winning seven WSL titles with Chelsea and has already led her new side to 4-0 and 3-0 friendly wins over South Korea as they gear up for this summer's Olympics in Paris. Her start has caught the eye of a former World Cup winner in Heather O'Reilly.

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O'Reilly told the : "I know it's a quick transition and [Hayes] hasn't had much time with them, but she's a winner, she's a competitor and so is the team. And so I think that it could be the perfect marriage of her coming in and this time of the national team."

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Hayes has taken charge of the USWNT at a time of transition, as the nation looks to rebuild following their last-16 exit to Sweden in the 2023 World Cup. The likes of Megan Rapinoe, Julie Ertz and Sam Mewis have all retired from the international game, as Hayes looks to bring forward the next generation of talent.

O'Reilly added on the new era: "People are flying on all cylinders.'Things are kind of like, I don't want to jinx it, but things are in a pretty good place. People seem to be sharp, scoring goals in a lot of different ways, Good variety. So I think they're in a good place and I'm looking forward to it."

WHAT NEXT FOR THE USWNT?

All eyes on are this summer's Olympic tournament in Paris, where the U.S. have been drawn against Zambia, Germany and Australia in Group B. Hayes' side face warm-up matches against Mexico and Costa Rica before their tournament opener on July 25.