Friday, 30 January 2015
Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich pay tribute to Junior Malanda ahead of Bundesliga clash
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- Wolfsburg were competing in first match since Junior Malanda's death
- Malanda died in a car crash on January 10 while travelling as a passenger
- A large 'Forever In Our Hearts' banner was placed in home stand
- Wolfsburg defeated Bayern Munich 4-1 to claim all three points
Wolfsburg
and Bayern Munich paid tribute to Junior Malanda ahead of the
top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash at the Volkswagen Arena on Friday
night.
Malanda tragically died in a car accident on January 10 while travelling as a passenger on a motorway in North Rhine-Westphalia.
Wolfsburg's
players - including Malanda's compatriot Kevin De Bruyne - looked
extremely emotional as they remembered their former team-mate.
Wolfsburg and Bayern Munich pay tribute to Junior Malanda before Friday night's match
A banner which read 'Forever In Our Hearts' was placed in one of the main home stands before the match
Wolfsburg starlet Malanda was tragically killed in a car accident on January 10
The Wolves were taking part in their first competitive match since Malanda's death due to Germany's lengthy winter break.
Fans,
players and officials paid tribute to Malanda by applauding in unison
before observing a minute's silence in memory of the 20-year-old.
A
large banner which read 'Fur Immer in Unseren Herzen' which translates
to 'Forever In Our Hearts' had been placed in one of the main home
stands at the stadium.
Wolfsburg supporters also held up No 19 posters, which relates to Malanda's squad number at the club.
Former Chelsea midfielder Kevin De Bruyne looked emotional as he paid tribute to his former team-mate
The
home side took the lead after just four minutes when Bast Dost netted
an early opener past Manuel Neuer after latching on to a pass from De
Bruyne.
Dost
doubled the scoreline shortly before the interval by hitting a
beautifully-struck shot which nestled in Neuer's goal after clipping the
woodwork.
De
Bruyne looked to the sky after scoring his side's third in the 53rd
minute before Juan Bernat pulled one back for the Bundesliga champions.
The
Belgium international ensured his side claimed all three points by
grabbing his second goal of the match with 17 minutes left on the
clock.
Wolfsburg supporters also held up No 19 posters to represent Malanda's squad number at the club
A Wolfsburg supporter pays tribute to the 20-year-old midfielder during the Bundesliga match
Malanda died on January 10 while travelling as a passenger on a motorway in North Rhine-Westphalia
'He's an incredible person': Emma Willis gushes about her husband Matt... as she deems the McBusted hunk 'f***ing messy'
They've been blissfully married for almost seven years and are the proud parents of two children.
And
Emma Willis, 38, has opened up about the secrets behind the success of
her marriage to McBusted star Matt Willis, 31, in the upcoming March
issue of Cosmopolitan.
The
TV personality said: 'I'm a worrier. I worry about everything – I worry
about the kids, my family, my health, Matt’s health. I always think the
worst – and he keeps me calm, he’s really optimistic.
Wedded bliss: Emma Willis has opened up about her marriage to Matt Willis in he new issue of Cosmopolitan
'He’s
a constant support with everything. When I thought about sacking it all
off, he was like, "Don’t be ridiculous, just stick with it." It’s
everything about him: he’s an incredible person.'
But
now that his music career has been revived, thanks to the formation of
McBusted, the stunning brunette admitted that new challenges have been
presented at home.
'Not
having your family together is hard,' she said. '[With him away
touring] it felt relentless and I’ve never had to deal with that before,
because I met him when Busted ended.
Key to career success: The stunning TV personality also spoke about her career success in the interview
'It
was such a shock to the system, but we’ve always said you’ve got to take
the opportunities while they’re there and get through it.'
Coming soon: The March issue of Cosmopolitan will go on sale from February 3
That said, the Birmingham native pointed out that there's room for improvement when it comes to her handsome husband's tidiness.
'Bills,
washing… he’s just s**t at that stuff,' she told the publication,
adding: 'He’s f***ing messy! This morning I counted seven pairs of his
shoes in the hallway – who needs that many shoes by the door?'
Having
enjoyed a huge surge in popularity thanks to her hosting gig on Big
Brother and, subsequently, The Voice, Emma isn't taking one moment of
her soaring career for granted.
'It’s
lovely I have Big Brother and The Voice, so that’s two regular jobs I
love,' she said. 'But even before then, when I wasn’t working and I
couldn’t find work, if something was offered to me and it didn’t feel
right, I wouldn’t take it.
'And
I probably should have, because I wasn’t earning any money of my own –
Matt was keeping me! But I just didn’t want to sell out.'
For
further exclusive content, please go to
www.cosmopolitan.co.uk/emmawillis. The full interview appears in the
March issue of Cosmopolitan, on sale 3rd February. Also
Tiger Woods hits worst ever round as a professional with nightmare 11-over par second round in the Phoenix Open
- Previous worst round was an 81 at the Open Championship in 2002
- Tiger Woods set to miss consecutive cuts for the first time in his career
- Struggled to two-over-par 73 in the opening round of the Waste Management Phoenix Open on Thursday
- The American is playing his first PGA Tour event of the season
Tiger
Woods’ much-heralded return to action ended in abject failure yesterday
as he shot his worst round as a professional to miss the cut by a
country mile at the Waste Management Phoenix Open.
While
Woods’ attendance at the event came with a fanfare and a record crowd,
his 11-over-par round of 82 matched the miserable wet weather at TPC
Scottsdale.
It
was just the 13th time in his career that Woods had missed the cut in a
professional event and it left him last on the early second-round
leaderboard — exactly where he finished at his own World Challenge event
in December on his comeback from injury.
Woods searches for his stray ball in a cactus at the Phoenix Open as his dismal start to 2015 continues
Tiger Woods looks on pensively during the second round of the Waste Management Phoenix Open
The 14-time major winner struggled in Phoenix on the back-nine, shooting his equal worst nine-hole 44
Woods,
who struggled last year after having back surgery in March and took
four months off from August to fully recover, expected to be a little
rusty.
But
he had not planned on propping up the 132-man field, especially after
comments before the tournament about feeling as good as ever under the
direction of new swing consultant Chris Como.
The
39-year-old hit a triple bogey, two double bogeys, six bogeys and just
two birdies to close on 13-over-par. It was so bad that all he could do
was try to laugh it off. ‘I’m just doing this so I don’t get fined,’
Woods joked in reference to Seattle running back Marshawn Lynch’s
infamous line at a Super Bowl media day this week.
‘We
all have days like this. Unfortunately mine was in a public setting.
But even on bad days like this you just have to keep fighting.’
Woods plays a difficult shot on his knee (left) and reacts after playing a stray shot (right) in Phoenix
Woods
put most of the blame on adapting to changes in his swing. He said: ‘I
was caught between patterns, old pattern, new pattern.
'I got it better on my back nine and hit some better shots, but I’ve still got a lot of work to do on it.’
So much so that Woods suggested he may skip tomorrow’s Super Bowl in Phoenix and instead practice at home in Florida.
WOODS' WORST PROFESSIONAL ROUND SCORECARD
Here is the scorecard (He started on the back-nine) from Woods' second round in Phoenix:
The 39-year-old takes time to consider his shot having shot a nightmare 44 back-nine at the Phoenix Open
That's a Pure And Simple look! Make-up free Myleene Klass is a far cry from her usual glamorous self in black glasses and jogging bottoms
Myleene Klass is rarely seen with a hair out of place.
But on Friday afternoon, the 36-year-old looked a far cry from her usual glamorous self.
As
she made her way through the streets of north London, the make-up free
star was sporting an eye-catching, yet bizarre mismatched ensemble.
What happened? Myleene Klass looked a
far cry from her usual glamorous self when she stepped out in Friday in a
bizarre mismatched ensemble
Myleene
wore a pair of dark grey jogging bottoms, which for some reason she
thought would look even more stylish by tucking them into her faded
brown leather ankle boots.
The pretty caramel blonde completed her outfit with a baggy tee and a bright mint green biker jacket.
She then accessorised with a pair of geek chic black rimmed glasses and a frayed suede shoulder bag.
Fashion-loving
Myleene has been pictured on a string of occasions recently, seeming to
prefer a more casual look to her trademark red carpet ready appearance.
Change of heart? Fashion-loving
Myleene has been pictured on a string of occasions recently, seeming to
prefer a more casual look to her trademark red carpet ready appearance
Keeping cosy: The classical pianist
opted for comfort over casual when she stepped out in her snug coat,
ankle boots and bobble hat as she wandered around Highgate, north London
on Monday morning
She
was last seen out on Monday looking completely prepared for the cold as
she wandered around Highgate, wrapping up warm in a padded coat and a
bobble hat.
The presenter and singer wasn't taking any chances with the weather, prioritising warmth over style in her seriously snug look.
Myleene wore a navy padded jacket over a khaki polo neck, pairing the outfit with black skinny jeans and chunky ankle boots.
She wore her ombre locks in two youthful plaits, covering up with a navy bobble hat for extra warmth.
Keeping it casual: Myleene wore her hair in two plaits and was dressed down in jeans
Chelsea vs Manchester City: How do the two teams compare ahead of the Premier League top-of-the-table clash?
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- Chelsea host Manchester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (5.30pm)
- Blues can extend lead at the top of the Premier League to eight points
- Visitors can reduce deficit to just two points with victory at the Bridge
- Here, Sportsmail's Jamie Redknapp gives his verdict on both sides
Chelsea
host Manchester City in this weekend's huge top-of-the-table clash at
Stamford Bridge on Saturday - and these two sides have been impressive
in the Premier League this season.
The
Blues are without the injured Cesc Fabregas and the suspended Diego
Costa, while Manuel Pellegrini's men are missing Yaya Toure who is still
at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Here,
Sportsmail's Jamie Redknapp picks the strongest possible XIs available
for both sides and gives his verdict on which team is better...
The clash between Jose Mourinho and Manuel Pellegrini's sides could potentially decide the league title
Chelsea are sweating on the fitness of star midfielder Cesc Fabregas ahead of the clash
Manchester City midfielder Yaya Toure (left) is currently on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations
Diego Costa will be absent from the Chelsea starting XI after being banned for three matches
CHELSEA (4-2-3-1)
THIBAUT COURTOIS 9
The best keeper in the league. His ability and calmness are outstanding for his age.
His concentration is so good and he makes saves when needed.
Thibaut Courtois (left) saves a shot from Liverpool's Alberto Moreno in the Capital One Cup semi-final
BRANISLAV IVANOVIC 8.5
One of the best right backs the Premier League has seen.
Powerful, influential and a monster at set-pieces. He has become an absolute warrior.
Branislav Ivanovic is one of the best right backs the Premier League has ever seen
KURT ZOUMA 8
A young man with a big future.
Prone to a mistake but has incredible pace, a good leap and can be a powerhouse with more confidence and experience.
Kurt Zouma is prone to a mistake but has incredible pace, a good leap and is a powerhouse
JOHN TERRY 9
Having one of his best seasons for Chelsea.
New signings have breathed life into him and his understanding of the game is still exceptional.
Chelsea skipper John Terry (left) is having one of his best seasons after gaining a new lease of life
CESAR AZPILICUETA 8
Does a good job defensively but playing a right-footer at left back means you lose a bit going forward.
His battle with Jesus Navas should be a great contest.
Cesar Azpilicueta (right) does a good job defensively for Chelsea but struggles going forward from left back
RAMIRES 8
Something of a bit-part player this season but plays at great pace and loves getting after people.
Big role in stopping David Silva.
Ramires (left) has been a bit-part player this season but has great pace that can be utilised
NEMANJA MATIC 9
Has become vital in that ‘Claude Makelele’ role, but there is more to his game.
He has a cultured left foot and with no Cesc Fabregas he can help keep up the tempo.
Nemanja Matic has become vital in defensive midfield for Chelsea but can also dictate the game's tempo
OSCAR 8.5
A bit disappointing against Liverpool but he works hard and is the first to go and press to win the ball.
He’s a real goal threat, too.
Oscar works hard, is the first to press the ball for Chelsea and is a real threat in front of goal for the Blues
EDEN HAZARD 9
Hazard can decide this game but because we know what he can do I would like to see more from him, certainly in terms of variety.
Eden Hazard (left) can be the player to decide this game due to his pace, trickery and finishing prowess
WILLIAN 8
Has
great skill and a fine work ethic Jose Mourinho has helped instil, but
with the way he can go past players I would like to see more end
product.
Willian has a fine work ethic that Jose Mourinho has instilled in him and will run tirelessly for his side
DIDIER DROGBA 8
Was a 10/10 player but time has ticked on.
He can provide a focal point at set-pieces but can he still score in the big games? Just ask Manchester United.
TOTAL: 93/110
Didier Drogba can provide a focal point at set pieces for Chelsea and could turn back the clock on Saturday
Manager: JOSE MOURINHO 9
His record speaks for itself, though he has not won a trophy for two years. That will change this season.
He gets the best out of people and his team are in a great position to win the title. Now they just have to do it.
Jose Mourinho's record speaks for itself - he gets the best out of players and wins big matches
MANCHESTER CITY (4-4-1-1)
JOE HART 8.5
Recovered well after a tough spell last year and up there with the best, though not quite at Courtois’ level.
Will be keen to atone for a mistake here last season.
Joe Hart (left) endured a tough spell last year but is still up there with the best keepers in the league
PABLO ZABALETA 9
I love him. He’s the sort of player every youngster in the country should watch as he gives 100 per cent in every game.
His will be a great battle with Hazard.
Pablo Zabaleta (centre) is an almost ever-present starter in the Manchester City first XI
VINCENT KOMPANY 9
If we were doing this last year he is a 9.5, but at the moment he is struggling for form and fitness.
He’ll be pleased to see Diego Costa is not playing.
Vincent Kompany (left) is struggling for form and fitness at the moment but is a class act
MARTIN DEMICHELIS 8
When he arrived here everyone, including myself, questioned him.
But he has adapted and has been City’s most consistent defender this season.
Martin Demichelis endured a tough start to his City career but is their most consistent defender this season
GAEL CLICHY 7.5
Faced one of his most difficult periods a few months ago when he was short of confidence.
But has come through it and provides a good contest out wide.
Gael Clichy (left) faced a difficult period a few months ago when he was short of confidence
JESUS NAVAS 8
Seems to be a Pellegrini favourite but doesn’t do enough for me.
Can catch pigeons with his pace but will need it to help out Zabaleta against Hazard.
Jesus Navas (centre) seems to be a Pellegrini favourite but he doesn't offer enough around the park
FERNANDO 8
Plays a similar role to Fernandinho, but neither are in Matic’s league.
In some games he will run through brick walls for you but in others he has less impact.
Fernando is inconsistent - sometimes in runs through brick walls but other games he has less impact
FERNANDINHO 8
Brilliant last year and one reason why City won the title.
Fernando’s arrival unsettled him and they have not clicked. But without Yaya, options are limited.
Fernandinho (right) was brilliant last year as City won the title but has been unsettled this campaign
JAMES MILNER 8
Enjoying one of his best seasons.
When everyone is fit, he might not make City’s best side but has a top work ethic and is now a go-to player for Pellegrini.
James Milner (left) has a top work ethic and he is now a go-to player for Pellegrini
DAVID SILVA 9.5
My favourite player on the pitch. Might not grab the headlines but I would pay to watch him every day.
Chelsea will fret over him more than anyone else.
David Silva (left) may not grab the headlines but he is the player who makes City tick
SERGIO AGUERO 9.5
When fit, Aguero is a 10/10 player.
He struggles coming back from injuries but has two games under his belt and can decide this game in an instant.
TOTAL: 93/110
Sergio Aguero is a 10/10 player when he is fit but he is struggling to return to top form after injury
Manager MANUEL PELLEGRINI 8.5
Won
the title last season but that was more down to his squad - and I still
feel there are more questions around him than answers. His players love
him but there will be no love lost with Mourinho on Saturday.
Manuel Pellegrini's side will fall eight points behind Chelsea if they lose at Stamford Bridge on Saturday
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