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      World Cup-style added time set to be brought to Premier League from next season in huge shake-up to rules

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      WORLD Cup-style time-keeping could be agreed by football’s law-makers today – signalling a major change in the Prem next year.England’s World Cup opener against Iran saw 27 minutes of added time across both halves, with an average “ball in play” of 58 minutes across the 64 matches.
      The Premier League is set to introduce World Cup style added timeCredit: Getty
      The change could come in from next seasonCredit: Reuters
      And the successful stance is one of three options to address time-keeping to be discussed by the law-making International FA Board at its business meeting at Wembley today.
      New PGMOL chief Howard Webb received the green light to stick with the approach in operation since the start of the season when football resumed at Christmas after the six-week Qatar break.
      That has seen referees urged to clamp down on time-keeping and add some extra time but has not addressed the issues with the ball in play for an average of just 54 minutes and 16 seconds.
      The IFAB – made up of the four Home Associations and four representatives of Fifa – will discuss the World Cup style stricter calculation of playing time as one of the debate points.
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      More consistent application of the current laws, including penalising goalkeepers who hold the ball for more than six seconds, is another option.
      Both of these ideas will not require Law changes but a more rigorous application of the existing statutes.
      But the third idea, of a stop-start clock operated by an independent time-keeper with a ball in play minimum of 60 minutes each match, would require a fundamental change in one of the key Laws.
      It would also further divide the top level of the game from grassroots football.
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      SunSport reported how Ifab bosses will address the “grey area” of offside, brought under further scrutiny by the Bruno Fernandes goal in the weekend’s Manchester derby.
      There will be an update on the Far East trial of Arsene Wenger’s proposed “daylight” offside Law as well as the success of the Semi-Automated Offside Technology applied in Qatar.
      And while final decision for next season will not be made until the AGM back at Wembley in March, Prem bosses are likely to be given a steer over whether they will be allowed to trial temporary concussion substitutes next term, as they have requested alongside France’s ligue 1 and the MLS. More

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      Man Utd ‘hold Denzel Dumfries transfer talks’ with Inter willing to let Netherlands World Cup right-back go for £35m

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are holding transfer talks with Inter Milan over a move for Denzel Dumfries, according to reports.The full-back gave his reputation a boost with consistent performances for Holland during the World Cup.
      Denzel Dumfries is in talks with Man Utd over a move to Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      And he is once again being linked with a move to the Premier League.
      Dumfries, who is an attacking right-back, is available for only £35m, according to Italian publication Tuttomercato.
      The 26-year-old has been at Inter Milan since 2021 but the Serie A club are believed to be open to a sale.
      They are already in discussion with Man Utd, according to the report, while Chelsea are also interested amid Reece James’ frustrating injury issues.
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      United have been having to deal with injuries at right-back themselves after Diogo Dalot limped off during their Carabao Cup clash against Charlton.
      He then missed Saturday’s Manchester derby win over City.
      Meanwhile, Dumfries was left on the bench during Inter’s 1-0 league victory over Hellas Verona.
      The Dutchman had been ever-present in Serie A until that game, making 17 appearances, laying on two assists and chipping in with one goal.
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      Dumfries had been even more impressive in Qatar for his national team.
      The defender caught the eye with his marauding runs from deep and got a goal and two assists in five games.
      Along with Dalot, United have Aaron Wan-Bissaka as an option for right-back.
      He has been linked with a return to Crystal Palace but has in recent weeks been getting more football under Erik ten Hag More

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      World Cup’s hottest fan Ivana Knoll shows curvy figure in another revealing swimsuit after posting Miami nightclub video

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      THE “World Cup’s hottest fan” Ivana Knoll has revealed another stunning swimsuit after a night partying in Miami.The Croatian model keeps fans updated with her every move across her Instagram page.
      Ivana Knoll stunned fans with her latest swimsuit pic, shared with her 3.6m Instagram followersCredit: Instagram
      Knoll’s followers have been loving her cheeky bikini snapsCredit: Instagram
      Knoll was enjoying herself out in MiamiCredit: @knolldoll
      And her millions of followers have been served up a treat in recent days after Knoll revealed her breathtaking bikini photoshoot.
      But there was more to come and the beauty, who became popular for her eye-catching outfits during the World Cup, has shared another eye-popping picture.
      Wearing a dark blue swimsuit, Knoll shows off her incredible figure in another stirring snap.
      While her back faced the camera, she looks over her right shoulder and away from the sea, visible in the background.
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      Another picture shows Knoll from a slightly more withdrawn distance as she once again glances over her shoulder in the revealing swimsuit.
      The snaps come after she enjoyed a night out in Miami.
      Knoll used her Instagram story to show followers all the adventures from her fun evening.
      She danced wildly in front of the camera in a packed nightclub while wearing a white crop top.
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      Not for the first time this year, Knoll has been enjoying a night outCredit: @knolldoll
      It’s been the latest episode in an exciting year for Knoll.
      She began 2023 partying with Jamie Foxx after attending a New Year’s Eve bash.
      Knoll was also pictured hugging music star Drake as she made an appearance at Leonardo DiCaprio’s party. More

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      Neymar is the biggest flop in the history of football and Brazil ace has made fun of PSG fans, rants French journalist

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      NEYMAR has been dubbed the “biggest flop in football history” by a French journalist.This comes after the Brazil superstar was unable to stop the Parisians from slipping to a second Ligue 1 defeat of 2023 on Sunday.
      Neymar was slammed after his performance in the defeat at RennesCredit: Getty
      Neymar and Co lost 1-0 at Rennes and are suddenly just three points above second-place Lens, who beat them on New Year’s Day.
      The Brazilian ace yet to find the net in three games since returning from the World Cup after once again drawing blank at Roazhon Park.
      But the 30-year-old has still generally been a good servant for PSG since his record move from Barcelona in 2017.
      Neymar has won 12 trophies during his time at the Parc des Princes and has been directly involved 188 goals in 167 games since his £198m switch from the Nou Camp.
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      Regardless, journalist Daniel Riolo has still ripped into the Brazilian superstar.
      Speaking on After Foot on RMC: “He had half a good season because he was preparing for the World Cup, he was just in training.
      “There, it’s over. He starts because Galtier, the great revolutionary with Campos, leaves him on the pitch.
      “Do we realise that Neymar, in terms of recruitment and salary, is the biggest flop in the history of football?
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      “I can’t think of a bigger flop for what it cost, it’s horrible.
      “Let PSG stop. And we are thinking about the idea of ​​extending Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos.
      “But extend Messi for 20 years, give him a box and he will come to the stadium when he is a grandfather.
      “Let’s extend Neymar and give him 15 years of salary at the point where we are.” 
      Next up for Neymar and his PSG team-mates is a clash with a familiar face in Cristiano Ronaldo, who’s set to make his Saudi debut in a friendly for a combined Al-Nassr and Al-Hilal XI, on Thursday. More

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      Watch Sergio Aguero SCORE in first game since retiring with heart condition then copy pal Messi’s celebration

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      SERGIO AGUERO scored in his first game back since his retirement and copied best friend Lionel Messi’s goal celebration.The 34-year-old was forced into hanging up his boots due to heart problems in December 2021.
      Sergio Aguero scored in his first appearance back after retiringCredit: Twitter – @KingsLeague
      Aguero copied Lionel Messi’s celebration from the World CupCredit: Twitter – @KingsLeague
      Lionel Messi did the celebration versus the NetherlandsCredit: Getty
      But now he is back playing for his own Kings League franchise called KuniSports.
      The competition, organised by Gerrard Pique, involves seven-a-side teams led by former professionals and influencers as they battle it out for victory.
      Aguero proved that he’s still got it, scoring a fantastic goal as his side eventually lost on penalties to Porcinos FC.
      The ex-Manchester City striker chested down a long ball and swivelled before firing into the bottom corner with his weaker left foot.
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      A thrilled Aguero ran away and decided to copy Messi’s cupped ears gesture from the World Cup.
      The Argentina legend did the celebration after he scored in the quarter-final against the Netherlands.
      It became one of the best remembered moments of the tournament in Qatar, with it being directed at Dutch boss Louis van Gaal.
      This was because of the way he treated Juan Roman Riquelme, one of Messi’s idols, when he was Barcelona manager, often not playing him and criticising the signing.
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      Aguero and Messi are best pals and the retired star was heavily involved in Argentina’s World Cup victory, partying with the team and he was often seen around the dugout.
      The Kings League is a new venture created by ex-Barca defender Pique.
      It enjoyed a good start at the weekend, sending social media into a frenzy as everyone was talking about the masked player on one team.
      The man behind the disguise is a current LaLiga star and he wore ‘Enigma’ on the back of his shirt.
      As for Aguero, he will not just feature in the Kings League, he is also expected to play in a friendly for Ecuadorian side Barcelona SC later this month.
      Lionel Messi and Sergio Aguero have been friends for yearsCredit: Getty More

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      World Cup’s hottest fan Ivana Knoll stuns in revealing swimsuit on holiday in the Maldives sending fans into meltdown

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      IVANA KNOLL has stunned her fans with a recent upload on her Instagram.The model, often known as the “World Cup’s hottest fan”, uploaded an unseen picture from a holiday in the Maldives.
      Ivana Knoll shared this picture of herself in MaldivesCredit: Instagram @knolldoll
      It appears to be from the same trip that this snap came fromCredit: Instagram @knolldoll
      The picture of the Croatian football fan lying on the side of a pool in a tight black swimsuit.
      She shared the picture with her 3.6million Instagram followers and the loved them as the post was liked over 68 thousand times in one hour.
      On commented: “Goddess! But you already know that.”
      A second wrote: “You are GORGEOUS Ivana!”
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      A third said: “Bombshell alert!”
      A fourth added: “You are a star.”
      Another said: “Ready for tonight’s miss universe 2022 pageant?”
      Knoll rose to fame during the World Cup in Qatar after she was spotted wearing revealing outfits, despite the country’s modesty rules.
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      She traveled to the World Cup to support her nation Croatia, for which she argues is it’s “biggest fan”.
      Since her appearance in Qatar, she has claimed that football stars have slid into her messages after spotting her.
      Earlier this week she showed off her figure by posting a video of herself in a bikini on social media.
      Knoll also wowed fans recently as she revealed that former world heavyweight champion boxer Wladimir Klitschko is her secret crush.
      She shared the picture in her InstagramCredit: Instagram @knolldoll
      She attracted attention during the World Cup in QatarCredit: Getty
      During which she often wore revealing outfitsCredit: PA More

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      Man Utd fans sing X-rated chant at Kalvin Phillips in Manchester derby after City ace returned from World Cup overweight

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans mocked Kalvin Phillips by singing an X-rated song about his weight.Phillips was criticised by his own manager Pep Guardiola for returning from the Qatar World Cup “overweight”.
      Manchester City’s Kalvin Phillips warms up at Old TraffordCredit: AFP
      United fans used the dig as ammunition during the Manchester derby at Old Trafford.
      According to journalist Andy Mitten, supporters in the Stretford End chanted to Phillips: “Get your t**s out for the lads.”
      They then followed it up with a chant against his old side Leeds, who they said are “falling apart again.”
      Phillips, 27, was left out of City’s squad after returning back from the winter World Cup.
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      And when asked why, Guardiola responded: “He’s not injured – he arrived overweight.
      “I don’t know [why]. He didn’t arrive in the condition to do training sessions and to play.”
      Phillips faced a period on the bench for City but his boss’ swipe appeared to have motivated him.
      Guardiola said: “He has the perfect body now – so sexy. We will see for the weekend.’
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      “He has spent the first part of the season out with surgery to arrive for the World Cup – and did everything to get to the World Cup.
      “It’s not just about just being fit you also have to understand what we want to do, the movements etc.
      “So that means, as quick as possible, because Rodri cannot play all the games, so as quick as possible he he will play.
      “But I’m happy that yesterday for example Kalvin trained really well and sooner or later he will play.”
      Phillips came on for the last four minutes when City beat Chelsea 1-0 at Stamford Bridge and was on the end of similar stick.
      But Guardiola responded: “He has a big sense of humour. It was funny from the Chelsea fans.”
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      Martinez faces punishment for World Cup final antics as Fifa open proceedings against Argentina for ‘rule breaches’

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      FIFA have launched an investigation into Argentina’s behaviour in the World Cup final. Football’s governing body announced it has “opened proceedings” against Lionel Messi and Co for potential violations of Fifa’s disciplinary code.
      Argentina were crowned champions in QatarCredit: Getty
      Emiliano Martinez’s conduct in Qatar was criticised by manyCredit: Getty
      But his tactics paid dividendsCredit: Alamy
      During the award ceremony Martinez made a crude gestureCredit: Getty
      And his controversial antics carried on during the celebrations in ArgentinaCredit: @ESPNFC
      The statement read: “The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has opened proceedings against the Argentinian Football Association due to potential breaches of articles 11 (Offensive behaviour and violations of the principles of fair play) and 12 (Misconduct of players and officials) of the FIFA Disciplinary Code, as well as of article 44 of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Regulations in conjunction with the Media and Marketing Regulations for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, during the Argentina v. France FIFA World Cup final.”
      Following their dramatic shootout victory over France in the final, many were critical of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
      Martinez used the dark arts to get into the heads of the French players – a tactic which ultimately paid dividends as his nation won the shootout.
      But it was his antics after the final whistle which caused the most controversy.
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      During the award ceremony, Martinez made a crude gesture with the Golden Glove award.
      In the celebrations in the dressing room, Martinez also called for a minute’s silence for Kylian Mbappe.
      This continued at the trophy parade back in Argentina.
      The ex-Arsenal stopper was spotted holding a baby doll with a picture of Mbappe’s face.
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      And now, almost one month after the final, Argentina’s FA could face a sizeable fine over their conduct.
      Argentina was not the only nation in Fifa’s cross hairs following the tournament.
      Sanctions have already been levelled towards Mexico due to discriminatory chanting, which resulted in an £88,000 fine and the order to play one game behind closed doors.
      Serbia and Ecuador also faced punishment, with both being hit with partial stadium closures for breaching the discrimination clause, though Serbia also broke the misconduct clause.
      This also landed Serbia a fine of £44,000, while Ecuador were handed a fine just under £18,000.
      2018 finalists and third placed nation Croatia have also had an investigation opened against them for their own conduct against Morocco.
      The charges against Croatia refer to “potential violations of articles 13 (discrimination) and 16 (order and security at matches) of the Fifa disciplinary code.”
      Tottenham star Cristian Romero hit back at critics of Argentina’s antics.
      In an interview with Sky Sports, he said: “Yes (people make too much of it). Only because people just see the photos.
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      “People don’t think about what was said before for us to get to this point. Against Holland, they spoke too much before actually entering the pitch and we were annoyed with that.
      “They said we lacked respect but that’s not true. You can understand what would go on to happen.” More