Tottenham's path to the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League has been a story of team over individuals, but there's no ignoring the fact that one man, in particular, played a huge part in their progression - Son Heung-min. The South Korean striker has been a revelation for Spurs this season as he's written his name into Tottenham folklore as the first man to hit the back of the net at the club's brand new stadium, and also as the man who helped fire the club into this stage of Europe's top club competition for just the second time in their history. READ MORE: Son shines for Spurs as Aguero squanders spot kick in enthralling all-English UCL QF 1st leg Son netted a crucial goal in the first leg against Manchester City at home, then scored twice more at the Etihad Stadium as Spurs stunned City to make it through to the last four, where they'll face Dutch side Ajax. Also on rt.com Spurs knock out Man City on away goals after seven-goal Champions League thriller Son's … [Read more...] about Son Heung-min: 5 things you need to know about S. Korean star who fired Spurs into UCL semis
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Four things you need to know about Matcha
Four things you need to know about Matcha BelfastTelegraph.co.uk Whether you've seen it sprinkled on a doughnut or you've spotted it on sale at your local coffee shop, matcha seems to be everywhere right now. https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/food-drink/four-things-you-need-to-know-about-matcha-37928464.html https://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/life/features/article37928463.ece/f37ef/AUTOCROP/h342/2019-03-19_lif_48862170_I1.JPG Email Whether you've seen it sprinkled on a doughnut or you've spotted it on sale at your local coffee shop, matcha seems to be everywhere right now. The trendy ingredient is taking over Instagram with food bloggers and baristas finding inventive ways to mix it into all kinds of weird and wonderful recipes. The millennial-approved superfood has actually been around for centuries and comes from the same camellia sinensis plant as green tea. Matcha beverages go through a completely different farming process though, making them much stronger in flavour … [Read more...] about Four things you need to know about Matcha
Ten things you need to know about Macclesfield Town
Brackley Town will travel to Macclesfield for their first ever appearance in the second round of the FA Cup this Saturday. Saints made it to this stage thanks a memorable victory over League One Gillingham at St James Park and Jon Brady’s side will fancy their chances against a Macclesfield side who are a mere 12 league places above Brackley in the football ladder. Here are ten things you need to know ahead of the tie:1. Izak Reid made 146 football league appearances for Macclesfield Town between 2006 and 2011 before switching to Morecambe and now Brackley Town. This places Reid in Macclesfield’s top ten all-time list for appearances in the football league. 2. In the 19th century Macclesfield was world-renowned for its silk production and hence the Town’s nickname, The Silkmen. While The Blues, The Reds and The Magpies lamely describe their team’s strip, others to match The Silkmen’s more interesting link to local industrial heritage include The … [Read more...] about Ten things you need to know about Macclesfield Town
Five things you need to know ahead of Leeds United’s Championship clash with Swansea City
0 Have your say Leeds United host Swansea City in the Championship on Wednesday evening at Elland Road - but what are the key things you need to know? Leeds United line-up - Bielsa's names it early (again)Marcelo Bielsa once again took the step of naming his United line-up during his pre-match press conference ahead of the game.There will be one change to the Whites starting XI as Pablo Hernandez comes in for Jack Clarke after the 18-year-old fell ill at Middlesbrough on Saturday. Clarke was taken to hospital after collapsing on the bench at the Riverside during the second half of the 1-1 draw and hasn't training this week as he undergoes more tests to figure out the issue.Here's how Bielsa says Leeds will line-up: Casilla, Ayling, Jansson, Cooper, Alioski, Phillps, Klich, Roofe, Pablo, Bamford, Harrison.What Marcelo Bielsa has said about Swansea City...“For me, Swansea are a big team. They’re a team who haven't used their full potential so … [Read more...] about Five things you need to know ahead of Leeds United’s Championship clash with Swansea City
Christian Pulisic: 6 things you need to know about the most expensive US player ever
American superstar Christian Pulisic hit the headlines on Wednesday when it was announced that he had signed for Chelsea in a huge $73 million deal from Borussia Dortmund. The 20-year-old playmaker is staying with Dortmund on loan before joining the London club this summer, where the eyes of the footballing world will be watching as he embarks on the latest chapter of his career in the English Premier League. Also on rt.com Chelsea sign Pulisic for $73mn in highest ever fee for US player Here are six things you need to know about Chelsea's new superstar signing: 1. HE IS THE SHINING STAR OF UNITED STATES SOCCER He broke onto the scene as a talented teenager and captured the US Soccer Young Male Athlete of the Year in 2016, then won the senior honor the following year. 2. CHELSEA WILL ACTUALLY BE HIS SECOND ENGLISH CLUB The American starlet kicked off his football career in England with non-league outfit Brackley Town. He credits his time with the National League North side … [Read more...] about Christian Pulisic: 6 things you need to know about the most expensive US player ever