23/08/2023 Football
23/08/2023 Football – Some games are being played today. In the Europa Conference League, Hibernian takes on Aston Villa.
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23/08/2023 Football – Europa Conference League – Hibernian v Aston Villa
Captain John McGinn returns to face his former club as Aston Villa takes on Hibernian in their first European tie since 2010. Villa’s Lee Johnson expects his team to shine as underdogs against the favorites, emphasising individual brilliance.
Facts
- ⚽ Hibernian vs Aston Villa in Europa Conference League play-off.
- 🏟️ Venue: Easter Road, Edinburgh
- 📅 Date: Wednesday, 23 August
- 🕒 Kick-off: 17:45 BST
- 📺 Coverage: Watch on BBC Scotland & BBC iPlayer, listen on BBC Radio Scotland Extra/DAB/810MW, live text commentary on BBC Sport website & app
- 💬 Lee Johnson encourages Hibs to use their “individual brilliance” against favoured Aston Villa in the first leg of the play-off.
- 💪 Hibs progressed through two qualifying rounds; Villa begins its first European campaign in 13 years.
- 🗣️ Johnson sees an opportunity to enhance Hibs’ reputation by competing against strong Villa.
- ✨ Johnson acknowledges the challenge but emphasizes Hibs’ attributes and confidence.
- ⚽ Emotional return to Easter Road for Villa captain John McGinn, who previously played for Hibs.
- 🏆 Unai Emery draws inspiration from Villa’s 1982 European Cup victory to create new history in the Europa Conference League.
- 🏆 Emery’s successful history includes Europa League wins with Sevilla and Villarreal.
- 🤕 Hibs’ Doyle-Hayes could return from injury; Dylan Vente fine after facial injury; Dylan Levitt’s ankle injury not as severe as first thought.
- 🇮🇹 Nicolo Zaniolo might make his Villa debut after joining on loan from Galatasaray.
Hibernian v Aston Villa: Hosts urged to show ‘individual brilliance’ in upset bid – BBC Sport
23/08/2023 Football – Other Sports
OTHER FOOTBALL – WEDNESDAY 23 AUGUST
1:30am UK WED / 8:30pm ET TUE
COPA SUDAMERICANA – Corinthians v Estudiantes
Australia – beIN Sports 3
Canada – beIN Sports
Indonesia – Mola TV
MENA – beIN Sports 1 English
New Zealand – beIN Sports NZ
USA – beIN Sports
4:00am UK WED / 11:00pm ET TUE
MEXICAN LIGA MX – Juarez v Pumas
USA – Fox Sports 1
4:00pm UK / 11:00am ET
SOUTH AFRICAN PREMIERSHIP – Richards Bay v Sundowns
South Africa – Supersport PSL
5:00pm UK / 12:00pm ET
THE WOMEN’S CUP – America de Cali v AC Milan
Malaysia – W-Sport
South Africa – W-Sport
6:15pm UK / 1:15pm ET
SOUTH AFRICAN PREMIERSHIP – CT City v Sekhukhune
South Africa – Supersport PSL
7:45pm UK / 2:45pm ET
SCOTTISH SWPL – Glasgow City v Motherwell
UK – Recast
7:45pm UK / 2:45pm ET
SCOTTISH SWPL – Spartans v Celtic
UK – Recast
8:00pm UK / 3:00pm ET
THE WOMEN’S CUP – Atletico Madrid v River Plate
Malaysia – W-Sport
South Africa – W-Sport
11:00pm UK / 6:00pm ET
COPA SUDAMERICANA – Botafogo v Defensa y Justicia
Australia – beIN Sports 3
Canada – beIN Sports
Indonesia – Mola TV
MENA – beIN Sports 1 English
New Zealand – beIN Sports NZ
USA – beIN Sports
23/08/2023 Football Gossip & News
- Liverpool’s Bid for Andre: Liverpool’s £25.6 million offer for Brazilian midfielder Andre, 22, has been declined by Fluminense. The club wants to keep the player until the end of their league season in December.
- West Ham and Mohammed Kudus: West Ham hasn’t given up on acquiring Mohammed Kudus, a 23-year-old Ghanaian midfielder from Ajax, despite their initial bid being rejected. A second bid of £35.8 million was also turned down.
- Manchester City’s Potential Deal: Manchester City is considering reviving an £80 million deal for Brazilian midfielder Lucas Paqueta, 25, from West Ham. This is pending an FA investigation into alleged betting rule violations by the player.
- Fiorentina’s Ultimatum to Sofyan Amrabat: Fiorentina has given Sofyan Amrabat, a 27-year-old Moroccan midfielder, until Friday to decide on his future. Liverpool, Manchester United, and Atletico Madrid have shown interest in him.
Player Status and Contracts
- Ryan Gravenberch’s Uncertain Future: Ryan Gravenberch, a 21-year-old midfielder from the Netherlands, faces an uncertain future at Bayern Munich.
- Arsenal’s Stance on Gabriel: Arsenal has informed Saudi Arabian suitors and Real Madrid that their 25-year-old Brazilian defender Gabriel is not for sale.
- Bernardo Silva’s New Contract: Bernardo Silva, 29, has extended his contract with Manchester City until June 2026.
More Transfer Talks
- Chelsea’s Interest in Folarin Balogun: Arsenal is demanding £50 million from Chelsea for 22-year-old United States striker Folarin Balogun.
- Roma and Romelu Lukaku: Roma’s general manager has flown to London, sparking rumors of talks with Chelsea for 30-year-old Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku.
- Everton’s Plans: Everton has decided not to pursue Chelsea’s 22-year-old England winger Callum Hudson-Odoi but is in talks with Southampton for 27-year-old Scotland striker Che Adams.
Other Notable Mentions
- Leicester City and Crystal Palace: Kelechi Iheanacho, a 26-year-old forward from Nigeria, is a top target for Crystal Palace.
- Leeds United and Glen Kamara: Leeds United has agreed on personal terms with 23-year-old Finland midfielder Glen Kamara and is in talks with Rangers over the fee.
Wednesday’s gossip: Andre, Lukaku, Paqueta, Amrabat, Gravenberch, Gabriel, Silva – BBC Sport
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