Google is ramping up its push into smart glasses and augmented reality headgear, taking on rivals Apple and Meta with help from its sophisticated Gemini artificial intelligence. The internet titan on Thursday unveiled an Android XR operating system created in a collaboration with Samsung, which will use it in a device being built in what is called internally "Project Moohan," according to Google. The software is designed to power augmented and virtual reality experiences enhanced with artificial intelligence, XR vice president Shahram Izadi said in a blog post. "With headsets, you can effortlessly switch between being fully immersed in a virtual environment and staying present in the real world," Izadi said. "You can fill the space around you with apps and content, and with Gemini, our AI assistant, you can even have conversations about what you're seeing or control your device." Google this week announced the launch of Gemini 2.0, its most advanced artificial intelligence model to date, as the world's tech giants race to take the lead in the fast-developing technology. CEO Sundar Pichai said the new model would mark what the company calls "a new agentic era" in AI development, with AI models designed to understand and make decisions about the world around you. Android XR infused with Gemini promises to put digital assistants into eyewear, tapping into what users are seeing and hearing. An AI "agent," the latest Silicon Valley trend, is a digital helper that is supposed to sense surroundings, make decisions, and take actions to achieve specific goals. "Gemini can understand your intent, helping you plan, research topics and guide you through tasks," Izadi said. "Android XR will first launch on headsets that transform how you watch, work and explore." The Android XR release was a preview for developers so they can start building games and other apps for headgear, ideally fun or useful enough to get people to buy the hardware. This is not Google's first foray into smart eyewear. Its first offering, Google Glass, debuted in 2013 only to be treated as an unflattering tech status symbol and met with privacy concerns due to camera capabilities. The market has evolved since then, with Meta investing heavily in a Quest virtual reality headgear line priced for mainstream adoption and Apple hitting the market with pricey Vision Pro "spacial reality" gear. Google plans to soon begin testing prototype Android XR-powered glasses with a small group of users. Google will also adapt popular apps such as YouTube, Photos, Maps, and Google TV for immersive experiences using Android XR, according to Izadi. Gemini AI in glasses will enable tasks like directions and language translations, he added. "It's all within your line of sight, or directly in your ear," Izadi said. gc/dwIn the latest update on the Beijing real estate market, a significant surge in the transaction volume of second-hand houses has caught the attention of industry experts and market observers. This uptick in activity has sparked various interpretations and speculations about the underlying trends and implications for both buyers and sellers in the capital city.
CARSON — It was the perfect start to the perfect end of the 2024 season for the Galaxy. Within the first 15 minutes, just barely enough time after the pregame festivities, the Galaxy seized control, first with Joseph Paintsil’s opening goal, followed by Dejan Joveljic for a quick two-goal lead. From there, the Galaxy, who had been known to run up the scoreboard, dug in and eventually saw a 2-1 win, claiming the club’s sixth MLS Cup title, Saturday at Dignity Health Sports Park in front of 26,812. This was the Galaxy’s first MLS Cup appearance since 2014. After going unbeaten at home in the regular season, the Galaxy is now unbeaten (4-0) at home in MLS Cups. Last year at this time, the Galaxy was well into their offseason rebuilding project. The 2023 regular season was dismal, finishing in 13th place in the Western Conference, but before contending for the MLS Cup, the Galaxy had to win its offseason. And that’s what they did, with the acquisitions of goalkeeper John McCarthy and defender John Nelson and the signings of Designated Players Paintsil and Gabriel Pec. The moves, coupled with the re-emergence of Joveljic and fiery Riqui Puig paid dividends during the season. One question for Saturday was how the Galaxy would replace Puig, who suffered an ACL injury in last week’s conference final win against Seattle. In stepped Gaston Brugman, who hadn’t appeared in the starting lineup since Oct. 5 and had just three starting assignments since September. Brugman assisted on Paintsil’s opening goal, slotting a ball from midfield through the defense right to Paintsil in the ninth minute. Joveljic made it 2-0 in the 13th minute. The Red Bulls received a lifeline in the 28th minute on Sean Nealis’ goal after the Galaxy failed to clear a corner kick. The Red Bulls had a stretch of four consecutive corner kicks later in the half to test the Galaxy’s structure, but weren’t able to break through. Related Articles The Red Bulls, seeking their first MLS title, received a bit of bad news before the game as center back Andres Reyes was removed from the starting lineup due to an illness. This was the first MLS Cup appearance for the Red Bulls since 2008. The Red Bulls were the seventh seed in the Eastern Conference and recorded three consecutive upsets to advance, knocking second-seeded Columbus in the first round, sixth-seeded New York City FC in the conference semifinal and third-seeded Orlando City in the conference final. More to come on this story.
After striking twice in the first 13 minutes of the final with goals from their star forwards, the Galaxy nursed their lead through a scoreless second half to raise their league’s biggest trophy for the first time since 2014. MLS’ most successful franchise struggled through most of the ensuing decade, even finishing 26th in the 29-team league last year. But the Galaxy turned everything around this season with a high-scoring new lineup that finished second in the Western Conference and then streaked through the playoffs with a whopping 18 goals in five games to win another crown. Sean Nealis scored for the seventh-seeded Red Bulls, whose improbable charge through the playoffs ended one win shy of its first Cup championship. With the league's youngest roster, New York fell just short of becoming the lowest-seeded team to win MLS' playoff tournament under first-year German coach Sandro Schwarz. Galaxy goalkeeper John McCarthy made four saves to win his second MLS title in three seasons. He was the MVP of the 2022 MLS Cup Final for the Galaxy's crosstown rival, Los Angeles FC. The Galaxy won this title without perhaps their most important player. Riqui Puig, the playmaking midfielder from Barcelona who ran their offense impressively all season long, tore a ligament in his knee last week in the Western Conference final. Puig watched the game in a suit, but his teammates hadn't forgotten him: After his replacement, Gastón Brugman, set up LA's opening goal with a superb pass, Paintsil held up Puig's jersey to their fans during the celebration. Paintsil put the Galaxy ahead in the ninth minute when he ran onto that sublime pass from Brugman and pounded home his 14th MLS goal — including four in the playoffs — in the Ghanaian forward's outstanding first season. Just four minutes later, Joveljic sprinted past four New York defenders and chipped home the 21st goal of his outstanding year as the Galaxy's striker. Nealis got New York on the scoreboard in the 28th minute when he volleyed home a ball that got loose in LA's penalty area after a corner. The Galaxy's usually shaky defense gave up another handful of good chances before reaching halftime with a tenuous lead. The second half was lively, but scoreless. Red Bulls captain Emil Forsberg hit the outside of the post in the 72nd minute, while Gabriel Pec and Galaxy substitute Marco Reus nearly converted chances a few moments later. The ball got loose again in the Galaxy's penalty area in the third minute of extra time, but two Red Bulls couldn't finish. The Galaxy bench rushed onto the field and prematurely celebrated a victory in the seventh minute of injury time, only to be herded back off for another 30 seconds of play. The Galaxy finished 17-0-3 this season at their frequently renamed suburban stadium, where the sellout crowd of 26,812 for the final included several robust cheering sections of traveling Red Bulls supporters hoping to see their New Jersey-based club’s breakthrough on MLS’ biggest stage. The Galaxy’s Greg Vanney became the fourth coach to win an MLS title with two clubs. The former Galaxy player also won it all with Toronto in 2017. The club famous for employing global stars from David Beckham and Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Robbie Keane and Javier “Chicharito” Hernández rebuilt itself this season with lesser-known young talents from around the world. The Galaxy signed Pec from Brazil and the Ghanaian Paintsil out of Belgium, and the duo combined with incumbent Serbian striker Joveljic to form a potent attack that could outscore almost any MLS opponent. But the Galaxy also relied heavily on Puig, their Catalan catalyst and one of MLS’ best players. Puig stayed in last week's game after injuring his knee, and he even delivered the decisive pass to Joveljic for the game’s only goal. AP soccer: https://apnews.com/soccerNEW YORK (AP) — He's making threats, traveling abroad and negotiating with world leaders. Donald Trump has more than a month and a half to go before he's sworn in for a second term. But the Republican president-elect is already moving aggressively not just to fill his Cabinet and outline policy goals, but to achieve those priorities . Trump has threatened to impose a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, prompting emergency calls and a visit from Canada's prime minister that resulted in what Trump claimed were commitments from both U.S. allies on new border security measures. The incoming president has warned there will be “ALL HELL TO PAY" if, before his inauguration on Jan. 20, 2025, Hamas does not release the hostages being held in Gaza . He has threatened to block the purchase of U.S. Steel by a Japanese company, warning "Buyer Beware!!!” And this weekend, Trump was returning to the global stage, joining a host of other foreign leaders for the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral five years after it was ravaged by a fire. On Saturday, he met with French President Emmanuel Macron — joined at the last minute by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — and had plans to see Britain's Prince William also in Paris. Absent in Paris: lame duck President Joe Biden, who has largely disappeared from headlines, except when he issued a pardon of his son , Hunter, who was facing sentencing for gun crimes and tax evasion. First lady Jill Biden is attending in his place. “I think you have seen more happen in the last two weeks than you’ve seen in the last four years. And we’re not even there yet,” Trump said in an over-the-top boast at an awards ceremony Thursday night . For all of Trump's bold talk, though, it is unclear how many of his efforts will bear fruit. The pre-inauguration threats and deal-making are highly unusual, like so much of what Trump does, said Julian Zelizer, a political historian at Princeton University. “Transitions are always a little complicated in this way. Even though we talk about one president at a time," he said, “the reality is one president plus. And that plus can act assertively sometimes." Zelizer said that is particularly true of Trump, who was president previously and already has relationships with many foreign leaders such as Macron, who invited both Trump and Biden to Paris this weekend as part of the Notre Dame celebration. “Right now he’s sort of governing even though he’s not the president yet. He’s having these public meetings with foreign leaders, which aren't simply introductions. He's staking out policy and negotiating things from drug trafficking to tariffs," Zelizer said. Trump already has met with several foreign leaders, in addition to a long list of calls. He hosted Argentinian President Javier Milei in Florida at his Mar-a-Lago club in November. After the tariff threat, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made a pilgrimage to Mar-a-Lago for a three-hour dinner meeting. Canadian officials later said the country is ready to make new investments in border security, with plans for more helicopters, drones and law enforcement officers. Last Sunday, Trump dined with Sara Netanyahu, wife of the Israeli prime minister. Incoming Trump aides have also been meeting with their future foreign counterparts. On Wednesday, several members of Trump's team, including incoming national security adviser Mike Waltz, met with Andriy Yermak, a top aide to Zelenskyy, in Washington, as Ukraine tries to win support for its ongoing efforts to defend itself from Russian invasion, according to a person familiar with the meeting. Yermak also met with Trump officials in Florida, he wrote on X . That comes after Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, traveled to Qatar and Israel for high-level talks about a cease-fire and hostage deal in Gaza, according to a U.S familiar with the efforts, meeting with the prime ministers of both countries. There is no prohibition on incoming officials or nominees meeting with foreign officials, and it is common and fine for them to do so — unless those meetings are designed to subvert or otherwise impact current U.S. policy. Trump aides were said to be especially cognizant of potential conflicts given their experience in 2016, when interactions between Trump allies and Russian officials came under scrutiny. That included a phone call in which Trump's incoming national security adviser, Michael Flynn, discussed new sanctions with Russia’s ambassador to the United States, suggesting things would improve after Trump became president. Flynn was later charged with lying to the FBI about the conversation. Trump’s incoming press secretary Karoline Leavitt said that, “All transition officials have followed applicable laws in their interactions with foreign nationals.” She added: “World leaders recognize that President Trump is returning to power and will lead with strength to put the best interests of the United States of America first again. That is why many foreign leaders and officials have reached out to correspond with President Trump and his incoming team.” Such efforts can nonetheless cause complications. If, say, Biden is having productive conversations on a thorny foreign policy issue and Trump weighs in, that could make it harder for Biden “because people are hearing two different voices” that may be in conflict, Zelizer said. Leaders like Russia's Vladimir Putin and Netanyahu may also anticipate a more favorable incoming administration and wait Biden out, hoping for more a better deal. It also remains unclear how extensively the Biden administration has been kept apprised of Trump transition efforts. Although there is no requirement that an incoming administration coordinate calls and meetings with foreign officials with the State Department or National Security Council, that has long been considered standard practice. That is, in part, because transition teams, particularly in their early days and weeks, do not always have the latest information about the state of relations with foreign nations and may not have the resources, including interpretation and logistical ability, to handle such meetings efficiently. Still, the Biden and Trump teams have been talking, particularly on the Middle East, with the incoming and outgoing administrations having agreed to work together on efforts to free hostages who remain in held in Gaza, according to a U.S. official, who, like others, was not authorized to comment publicly about the sensitive talks and spoke on condition of anonymity. That includes conversations between Witkoff and Biden’s foreign policy team as well as Waltz and Biden national security adviser Jake Sullivan. Last month, Biden administration officials said they had kept Trump’s team closely apprised of efforts to broker a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah on the Israel-Lebanon border. “I just want to be clear to all of our adversaries, they can’t play the incoming Trump administration off of the Biden administration. I’m regularly talking to the Biden people. And so, this is not a moment of opportunity or wedges for them," Waltz said Friday in a Fox Business interview. But when it comes to immigration, Biden administration officials haven’t been entirely in the loop on discussions around how to execute on Trump’s pledge to deport millions of migrants, according to four administration officials with knowledge of the transition who spoke on condition of anonymity. That’s not terribly surprising given how differently the teams view migration. Trump’s team, meanwhile, is already claiming credit for everything from gains in the stock and cryptocurrency markets to a decision by Walmart to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion policies Trump opposes. “Promises Kept — And President Trump Hasn’t Even Been Inaugurated Yet,” read one press release that claimed, in part, that both Canada and Mexico have already pledged "immediate action” to help “stem the flow of illegal immigration, human trafficking, and deadly drugs entering the United States." Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stopped short of saying Trump mischaracterized their call in late November. But she said Friday that Trump “has his own way of communicating, like when we had the phone call and he wrote that we were going to close the border. That was never talked about in the phone call.” Earlier this week, Mexico carried out what it claimed was its largest seizure of fentanyl pills ever. Seizures over the summer had been as little as 50 grams per week, and after the Trump call, they seized more than a ton. Security analyst David Saucedo said that "under the pressure by Donald Trump, it appears President Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration is willing to increase the capture of drug traffickers and drug seizures that Washington is demanding.” Biden, too, tried to take credit for the seizure in a statement Friday night. ___ Associated Press writers Matthew Lee, Aamer Madhani, Colleen Long and Ellen Knickmeyer in Washington and Mark Stevenson in Mexico City contributed to this report.
Five people are on a growing list of candidates running to be the next chair of the Democratic National Committee, but one of them is getting a lot of attention: former Baltimore Mayor and Maryland Gov. Martin O’Malley. At a time when the party is still reeling from losing the White House and both chambers of Congress, the next DNC chair will be tasked with leading Democrats out of some deep introspection and into action. As O’Malley said Sunday, it’s not just a messaging problem that caused Democrats to lose. “It’s deeper than that,” he said Sunday morning on CNN’s “Inside Politics.” A “twice impeached, convicted felon is the person who we lost the hardest-working Americans to, and many of them that voted for him also agreed that he’s a pretty bad person. So this is not some moment for a caretaker DNC chair. Instead, we need a change-maker.” But how will O’Malley, who recently resigned as the head of the Social Security Administration to run for DNC chair, be the change-maker he says the party needs? He outlined a few steps on CNN and MSNBC: —A messaging shift to focus on winning back the working class and younger voters —Tactical changes in how Democrats deliver their messages —Boosting Democratic voter registration —Defending voting rights —Have a 57-state-and-territory strategy —Recruit candidates to run from the courthouse to city hall to the U.S. House —Reconnect with people’s concerns In an interview on MSNBC’s “Inside with Jen Psaki,” he compared the next DNC chair to a “wartime leader” and an “operational turnaround leader.” O’Malley also complained about the Democratic Party’s missteps. “One of the biggest wastes in our party is not the hundreds of millions we spent on ads that didn’t work, but it’s failing to tap into the great new leaders we have out there — many of them already serving as mayors, as governors, state treasurers, lieutenant governors,” O’Malley said. “We almost treat them like they’re not allowed to be at the big person table at Thanksgiving.” He also emphasized the need for a better communications strategy, claiming the party needs to create a center for digital communications excellence within the DNC. “Our candidates should not have to rely on their brother-in-law’s best guess as to where to place Facebook ads,” O’Malley said. “We should be able to provide the best marketing analytics, the best technology, the best techniques, so that our candidates can actually communicate that economic message.” On both CNN and MSNBC, O’Malley repeatedly highlighted the importance of Democrats reclaiming the economic message. “We have to return to the strength that is our party’s strength since the 1930s, which is that we are about the economic security of every man, woman and child in the nation,” he said on MSNBC. “And when we do those things, we can accomplish many other progressive goals, but first we have to reconnect with people’s concerns.” After painful November losses, O’Malley sees a party on the verge of some big wins if Democrats are willing to be aggressive. “The Democratic National Committee needs to figure out whether we want to mess around or whether we want to be ruthless about winning the next elections. I vote for winning elections,” he said. He listed multiple opportunities for wins: 36 governor’s races in two years, special elections, a chance to win back the House in 2026 and have House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jefferies as the next speaker. Though O’Malley is among five candidates running for DNC chair, he seems to be the one getting the most airtime, appearing for multiple television interviews in the last couple weeks. The election will be held Feb. 1 to replace outgoing DNC Chair Jaime Harrison. In addition to O’Malley, the other candidates include nonprofit executive-turned-Senate hopeful Robert Houton; author and former presidential candidate Marianne Williamson; Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party chair Ken Martin; and Wisconsin Democratic Party chair Ben Wikler. Houton, a Bethesda resident, won less than 1% of the Maryland Senate primary vote while making the fentanyl crisis central to his campaign. In a letter to DNC members, Houton said he would be “a fighter with passion and integrity to speak boldly and lead.” He told Democrats he grew up in Massachusetts and was inspired by the late U.S. Sen. Ted Kennedy from his home state. “In my formative years, my parents instilled in me the meaningful impact public service holds for my life of service to others,” Houton said. “I have never deviated from this calling.” He cited his deep faith and Catholicism in helping him to bring optimism and energy to the DNC. Williamson, the only woman running for DNC chair and the most recent candidate to jump into the race, said the Democratic Party has lost its connection with millions of Americans. She described the party as “a tarnished brand” in an interview with ABC News. In an exclusive interview with Newsweek, she said, “Many people are afraid of change. I think what Democrats should be most afraid of right now is not changing.” ©2024 Baltimore Sun. Visit baltimoresun.com . 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The influencer's rise to fame has not been without its challenges, as they have faced criticism and backlash from conservative factions who are uncomfortable with their unconventional approach. However, this pushback has only fueled their determination to continue pushing the envelope and expanding their edgy universe even further.The collapse of the Assad regime serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of power and the unpredictable nature of political upheaval. It underscores the importance of addressing grievances and fostering inclusive governance to prevent such catastrophic outcomes in the future. The lessons learned from the downfall of the Assad regime must be heeded to ensure a more stable and just future for the people of Syria and beyond.This tragic incident serves as a wake-up call for both massage therapists and clients alike. Therapists must adhere to professional standards and guidelines, ensuring that they provide safe and appropriate treatment to their clients. Clients, on the other hand, must communicate openly with their therapists about their health conditions, preferences, and any discomfort experienced during the session.
As the footballing world watches with bated breath, the clash between Manchester City and Barcelona promises to be a thrilling encounter, filled with drama, intensity, and the unpredictable nature of the beautiful game. Whether it be through moments of brilliance or unexpected heroes emerging, one thing is certain – football will continue to captivate and inspire fans around the world, injury setbacks notwithstanding.Analysts attributed Maogeping's remarkable debut to a combination of factors, including strong investor interest, positive market sentiment, and robust financial performance. The company's unique business model, coupled with its solid growth prospects, struck a chord with investors looking for opportunities in the market.
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, four ancient wooden tablets have been unearthed in South Korea, shedding new light on the historical and cultural connections between Korea and China. Dating back thousands of years, these wooden tablets are believed to have been used for writing and communication, as they are engraved with a multitude of Chinese characters.In the photos, Wu Jinyan can be seen wearing a long, flowing white dress that gracefully accentuates her baby bump. Her hair cascades down in loose waves, framing her delicate features, while her eyes sparkle with joy and anticipation. The snowy backdrop creates a serene and enchanting atmosphere, enhancing the ethereal beauty of the actress.
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Another important element of China's position on China-South Korea relations is the recognition of the importance of regional stability and security. China has emphasized the need for cooperation between China and South Korea on issues such as North Korea's nuclear program, maritime security, and the promotion of economic development in the region. By working together, China and South Korea can help to address shared challenges and promote peace and prosperity in Northeast Asia.Dejan Kulusevski rescued a point for Tottenham on Ange Postecoglou's Glasgow return in an entertaining 1-1 draw with Rangers in the Europa League. The former Celtic manager arrived at Ibrox with an out-of-form, injury-hit side and was fortunate to leave without defeat after an unconvincing performance that leaves them winless in five games. Postecoglou brought Kulusevski on at half time and he fired into the bottom right corner at the end of a well-worked move to keep Spurs in the hunt for automatic qualification, but they still needed a superb late save from Fraser Forster to deny Cyriel Dessers a winner. Player ratings: Rangers: Butland (7); Tavernier (7), Souttar (6), Propper (7), Jefte (7); Bajrami (7), Raskin (7), Diomande (7); Cerny (7), Igamane (8), Ridwan (7). Subs: Balogun (7), Barron (6), Sterling (6), Dessers (6), Fraser (n/a) Tottenham: Forster (8); Porro (6), Dragusin (6), Gray (6), Udogie (6); Bissouma (6), Bentancur (6), Maddison (6); Johnson (6), Son (6), Werner (4). Subs: Kulusevski (8), Solanke (7), Sarr (6), Bergvall (5) Player of the Match: Fraser Forster Rangers had led when Hamza Igamane tucked home from James Tavernier's smart pass behind the Tottenham defence just two minutes into the second half, and had the ball in the net late on when Dessers turned in from an offside position. The hosts deserved to be ahead having had the better of the first half. Forster tipped over Nedim Bajrami's shot and also denied Vaclav Cerny twice. Trending Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player The visitors had only one shot on target - a tame effort from close range - during the first half, with the misfiring Timo Werner lacking confidence in front of goal, while the offside Brennan Johnson was somehow denied by Jack Butland's point-blank save. Rangers were dealt a blow when John Souttar was forced off injured in the 35th minute but they head into Sunday's League Cup final against Celtic with confidence after another promising display. Also See: Live Europa League table Europa League results Stream Sky Sports with NOW Get Sky Sports on WhatsApp Postecoglou: An important point but Werner performance unacceptable Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Tottenham head coach Ange Postecoglou said: "A tough game, as expected, obviously with the atmosphere in the stadium. The first half was pretty tight with no clear-cut for either side. "When they score straight after half-time the energy levels obviously go up and it's going to be a tough one to claw back, but I thought we worked our way back in well. "The substitutes made a difference and we scored a good goal, had other good moments and a great save by Fraser [Forster] at the end. In the context of where we are in Europe, an important point." On Timo Werner's performance: "He wasn't playing anywhere near the level he should. When you've got 18-year-olds [playing] it's not acceptable to me and I said that to Timo. He's a senior German international. "The moment we're in right now, it's not like we've got many options. I need everyone to at least be going out there trying to give the best of themselves. His performance in the first half wasn't acceptable." Boyd: Were Spurs trying? Sky Sports' Kris Boyd: "Philippe Clement will be the happier of the two managers. The financial gulf between the two teams is absolutely huge. That doesn't mean to say you can't go and get a result, and Rangers have shown that tonight. "It took a terrific finish from Kulusevski when he came on to get Tottenham the equaliser, but Rangers, throughout the game, caused problems. They played really, really well, had some great individual performances. Nicolas Raskin was excellent in the middle of the pitch, Jefte and Ridvan Yilmaz. "Tottenham, at some stages in that match, you just thought to yourself, are they actually trying? Are they working hard? Because everything was so slow, even going to close Rangers' players down, they just looked off it. "I get that they've got a lot of injuries, but that should give others an opportunity to show they're good enough to be at the club and forget about the ones that are injured. "There are lots of top talented players in that Tottenham team that are missing, but I didn't think they'd done enough to win the game tonight, that's for sure." Kulusevski: Everyone needs to do more Tottenham goalscorer Dejan Kulusevski speaking to TNT Sports: "Rangers played very well, we struggled a bit. We didn't play well enough to win the game. Rangers played a perfect game, it's a beautiful stadium, the fans helped them a lot. "I wanted to change something, to make something happen and I succeeded once but not enough today. It's always important to score but we've got to start winning games now. It's time to win on Sunday. "Everybody needs to do a little more than we're doing now." Clement: We should have won Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Rangers manager Philippe Clement said: "They took the challenge with both hands, they grabbed it and showed what we wanted them to show everybody. "I still leave now thinking we should have won, we deserved to win the game but I think it was a very good advertisement for Scottish football to compete with a Premier League team at full strength. "I want that mentality within my squad - that they were not satisfied with the point, they felt they were really close to winning." On John Souttar's injury: "It's not a good thing when you have to come off in the first half but we'll find more in the coming days." What's coming up in the Europa League? Tom from Southampton became a millionaire for free with Super 6! Could you be the next jackpot winner? 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Widely regarded as one of the greatest footballers of all time, Lionel Messi's exceptional speed, dribbling ability, and vision have made him a nightmare for defenders around the world. Isco recalled the countless times he has faced Messi in El Clásico clashes, where the Argentine maestro's unpredictability and clinical finishing have left a lasting impression. Despite his best efforts to contain Messi, Isco admitted that the Barça star's genius on the ball always poses a significant challenge.
Return of Taylor Rapp should help a leaky Bills pass defense against Aaron RodgersMaresca led the Foxes to the Sky Bet Championship title last season before joining Chelsea over the summer. Leicester famously toasted their improbable Premier League success in 2016 with an impromptu bash at Vardy’s house. But the venue for last April’s party was not at the striker’s abode, but at Maresca’s house when the players turned up unannounced at 2am. Maresca recalled: “The best present I had from last season was when we got promoted and they arrived at my home. All the team. “This showed the connection between the players; they could go for a party at a different place but they all arrived at my home. It was a fantastic connection and I will always be thankful for them. “I was at home celebrating with my staff and my family and about two o’clock in the morning all the squad was there. We celebrated all together. Last night at Enzo’s 🏡 💙 pic.twitter.com/dqP8BFsDn3 — Leicester City (@LCFC) April 27, 2024 “When I was a player and I won things I never thought to go to the manager’s home. That shows the connection.” Similarly to when they clinched the Premier League crown, Leicester were not actually playing when they found out they were promoted after Leeds lost at QPR. “To be honest I was at home watching the game and when it finished all the staff came over – and later the players,” added the Italian. “They didn’t knock on the door, they were in the garden and knocked on the window. What time did they leave? I don’t remember.” Vardy might not be having a party at the end of this season but he is still banging in the goals at 37 and Maresca rates the striker even more highly than England’s two top goalscorers – Harry Kane and Wayne Rooney. “People don’t realise how good he is,” added Maresca. “I know England have been quite lucky because of Kane and Rooney, this type of striker, they are fantastic. “But Jamie is, if you ask me, the best one.” Maresca returns to the King Power Stadium for the first time with Chelsea on Saturday, but he will be without captain Reece James due to a hamstring problem.Vikings Likely To Let Sam Darnold Leave, Re-Sign Daniel Jones Next Year?