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Djibril Cisse Explained Man City 2012 Premier League Celebrations
Djibril Cisse has explained why he was seen celebrating with Manchester City players after they won the Premier League and QPR survived relegation back in 2012.
The Cityzens claimed their first-ever Premier League title in stunning fashion after coming from 2-1 down with two goals in injury time, including the famous Sergio Aguero strike in the final seconds of the game.
That goal sparked crazy scenes at the Etihad Stadium with fans running onto the pitch to celebrate, but it was also noted at the time that QPR players were seen celebrating on the pitch.
Wayne Rooney recently stated that he felt the situation was dodgy, admitting that he believes in the conspiracy theory that QPR helped Man City to win the league that day after they found out they were safe from relegation following results in other games.
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Rooney believes that goalkeeper Paddy Kenny should have done better for a couple of the goals that went in on the day, but there has also been more said on the incident.
Joey Barton saw red in that game, and Rooney has suggested that he may have done it as he was an ex-City star and wanted to help out his old club in their chase for a league title.
It was also recently mentioned by Mike Dean, the referee at the Etihad on the day, that he found it baffling that after Man City scored the equaliser, QPR already knew they were safe from relegation and immediately kicked the ball straight back to City from the kick-off.
The scenes after the game also sparked confusion as QPR stars were seen celebrating on the pitch despite the late defeat, with France international striker Cisse seen alongside Samir Nasri dancing and cheering after the full-time whistle.
That has become a memorable image from the game, one that Rooney and fans have never forgotten about, but Cisse has now moved to set the record straight about the situation.
Cisse Explains Nasri Celebration After Man City vs QPR in 2012
After being singled out by Rooney for his celebrations at the full-time whistle, Cisse fired back and gave his side of the story for why he was alongside Nasri in that way.
“I was celebrating with Samir Nasri, my friend of 15 years.
“I didn’t care about Man City — I was just happy for him and relieved that we stayed up.”If we’d wanted them to win, we would’ve let them score 4-0 or 5-0, but we didn’t.
“We fought hard, and we had a strong team out there. It wasn’t our fault United lost the title. They dropped points all season.”
Whether Cisse is being honest, nobody but him will ever know, but it’s clearly something that Manchester United and others found strange at the time, and it’s something we’re unlikely to ever see again in the Premier League.
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Tottenham Set to Make Offer to Sign Koln Star Said El Mala
Tottenham are set to make a concrete offer to sign a new forward in the summer transfer window, according to reports from Germany.
In the opening weeks of the summer, Tottenham heavily focused on strengthening their defence after a disappointing few years.
Marcos Senesi and Andy Robertson both arrived at the club on free transfers, adding experience and defensive solidity to Roberto De Zerbi’s side.
Attention has quickly turned to strengthening their midfield and attack, with Spurs looking to bring in reinforcements in multiple positions this summer.
After finishing 17th in the Premier League two seasons on the bounce, new additions are needed, especially if they want to help De Zerbi fully implement his style of play.
Tottenham Set to Make Offer for New Forward
According to a report from Bild in Germany, Tottenham are set to make a concrete offer to sign Koln forward Said El Mala in the summer transfer window.
De Zerbi is believed to be very fond of the attacker, who enjoyed a phenomenal season in the Bundesliga despite being just 19 years old.
El Mala, who has been described as a ‘one in a million talent’, contributed 17 goals and assists combined in what was his first season playing top-flight football.
El Mala’s versatility could attract Tottenham to the German youngster. He’s predominantly played on the left-hand side of attack during his career, but can also play on the right, through the middle as a number 10, and even as a centre forward.
The 19-year-old was close to joining Brentford, but he has informed the club that he doesn’t want to join, despite having an agreement. That means his future is completely open again.
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Tottenham Working on Multiple Deals
GIVEMESPORT sources have confirmed that Tottenham are willing to pay in the region of £85m to sign Newcastle United midfielder Sandro Tonali in the summer transfer window.
De Zerbi in particular is pushing to bring the Italian midfielder to North London, with Spurs already holding talks with Tonali.
Spurs have also reached an agreement with Brighton over a move to sign Jan Paul van Hecke in a £52m deal.
Tottenham certainly aren’t messing around after already bringing Senesi and Robertson to the club as they look to head back in the right direction after a difficult couple of years.
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England’s 11 For 2026 World Cup Opener vs Croatia ‘Leaked’

England’s starting XI for their 2026 World Cup opener against Croatia has been leaked with the match just a few hours away.
The Three Lions, considered one of the favourites to win this summer’s competition in North America, will get their campaign underway on Wednesday evening when they take on Croatia at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The starting 11 that Thomas Tuchel will field for the match against Vatreni has now been leaked, with the German making some big calls.
According to talkSPORT, Jordan Pickford will be the man between the sticks. There’s no surprise there, with the Everton stopper widely expected to be England’s starting goalkeeper throughout the tournament.
The supremely talented Nico O’Reilly will start at left-back, while Chelsea captain Reece James will start on the opposite side.
Perhaps surprisingly, Marc Guehi will start the match on the bench, with John Stones and Ezri Konsa preferred in the centre of defence.
As expected, Declan Rice and Elliot Anderson will start in the middle of midfield. There were huge question marks as to who would start as the number 10, but it is Jude Bellingham who has reportedly been given the nod over Morgan Rogers.
Anthony Gordon will start on the left wing, while, surprisingly, Noni Madueke will start instead of Bukayo Saka on the right of England’s three-man attack. Saka has been dealing with an Achilles issue in the last few months.
Harry Kane was always going to be in the lineup and he starts up front. The 32-year-old, who was sensational for Bayern Munich this season, will be integral to England’s hopes at this summer’s tournament.
More to follow…
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Man Utd to Miss Out on Osasuna Winger Victor Munoz to Newcastle
Manchester United look set to miss out on one of their targets with a Premier League rival now in advanced talks to secure his signature.
Unfortunately for United, they will be competing with a host of Premier League sides when it comes to new additions in the summer transfer window.
The World Cup adds a new dimension to the window, with players competing at the tournament likely to attract interest from a number of different sides due to there being so many eyes on them.
Players that perform well at the tournament often get big moves in the summer window, with scouts from clubs all around the world attending.
One player starring at the World Cup was a target for United, but it appears that he is now going to join one of their Premier League rivals.
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Man Utd to Miss Out on Target
According to a report from Caught Offside, Osasuna winger Víctor Munoz is in advanced talks to join Newcastle United in the summer transfer window.
Manchester United were reportedly one of the sides interested in signing Munoz, but his priority has always been game time. Newcastle have made a strong case that he will play regularly.
Newcastle are set to pay in the region of £35m, prioritising a move to sign a winger after Anthony Gordon was sold to Barcelona.
Munoz, described as ‘elite’, didn’t appear to be a huge priority for Manchester United, but it could have been a smart deal at a reasonable price.
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Man Utd Focusing on Midfield Additions
Manchester United are clearly looking to prioritise midfielders in the summer transfer window.
Reports have suggested that they are seriously pushing to bring West Ham star Mateus Fernandes to the club, while they have also agreed a deal to sign Ederson from Atalanta.
United are believed to have pulled out of the race to sign Newcastle midfielder Sandro Tonali and Elliot Anderson.
It appears that Fernandes and Ederson could be the two targets for the midfield position, but there is still a chance they look to bring in a third before the window closes.
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