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Europa League

Europa League hiện cũng đang là một giải đấu nhận được nhiều sự quan tâm của đông đảo fan hâm mộ bóng đá thế giới. Bởi  giải đấu có sự góp mặt của các ông hoàng xuất hiện, cạnh tranh nhau khốc liệt. Hãy cùng 90phut tv tìm hiểu rõ hơn về giải đấu này.

Europa League là gì?

Europa League được biết đến là giải bóng đá thường niên thuộc cấp câu lạc bộ ở khu vực Châu Âu. Giải đấu này được tổ chức Liên đoàn bóng đá châu âu (UEFA) đảm nhiệm tổ chức. Tiêu chí đáp ứng đủ đủ điều kiện tham gia là các đội tại các giải quốc nội cũng như cúp quốc gia.

Europa League là gì

Hiện tại nó đang được xem là giải đấu hạng hai dành cho các câu lạc bộ châu  âu, lớn xếp dưới UEFA Champions League ( thường gọi là cup C1). Do đó Europa League có tên là Cúp C2. Tiền thân của sự kiện này chính là UEFA Cup và được thành lập vào năm 1971. Đến mùa giải 2009/2010 được đổi tên thành UEFA Cup.

Theo đánh giá trong quá khứ, UEFA Cup và Champions League được nhận định là một sự kiện thể thao hấp dẫn. Mặt khác, cúp C2 cũ còn được gọi là Cúp các câu lạc bộ đoạt cúp bóng đá khu vực Châu âu (UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup. Nhưng vào năm 1999, giải đấu đã bị hủy bỏ và hợp nhất thành Europa League.

Năm 2009, UEFA tiến hành sáp nhập với Intertoto Cup. Từ đó mở ra một giải đấu bóng đá lớn hơn. Với việc mở rộng vòng bảng và làm thay đổi toàn bộ tiêu chí tham dự đã giúp chúng ta biết đến Cúp C2.

Những sự thật thú vị về giải đấu đỉnh cao Europa League

Người hâm mộ bộ môn túc cầu châu Âu hẳn đã biết rõ về giải đấu này.  Tuy nhiên, đối với fan hâm mộ trong làng bóng đá trên toàn thế giới thì còn rất nhiều điều thú vị về cúp C2 chưa khám phá hết.

Lịch sử Europa League

Ernst Sanmen người đất nước Thụy Sĩ và Sir Stanley Rous người Anh, Ottorino Barassi người Ý sáng lập ra giải đấu này. Đến tháng 4 năm 1995, Intercity Expo Cup chính thức được hành lập và tổ chức tại 10 thành phố châu âu, có sự tham gia của 10 đội.

Sự kiện đầu tiên kéo dài suốt 3 năm từ 1955 đến 1958. Trải qua hơn 10 năm thì bóng đá được đã dần đổi tên thành UEFA Cup. Lúc này cái tên đã trở nên phổ biến hơn.

Năm 1999 đến 2000, giải đấu này chính thức bị đình chỉ. Sau đó được hợp nhất thành Cúp C3 một giải đấu có cùng tên với UEFA Cup. Thời điểm đó, điều kiện tham gia cuộc thi cũng có chút thay đổi cho các đội châu âu tham dự là phải đoạt được chiếc cúp quốc nội.

Giai đoạn năm 2009 đến 2010, số lượng câu lạc bộ tham dự UEFA Cup đã tăng lên là 48. Cuối cùng, sự kiện bóng đá đình đám trên thế giới này đã được đổi tên thành Europa League.

Quy định thể thức thi đấu

Hiện tại thì mỗi liên đoàn trong 55 thành viên UEFA sẽ có đến 3 đại diện, duy nhất có Liechtenstein là có 1 đội tham dự. Tại vòng bảng sẽ bao gồm 48 đội bóng tham gia, trong đó có những đội vượt qua vòng loại và thua ở vòng play-off Champions League.

Quy định thể thức thi đấu

Sau đó 48 đội bóng này sẽ được chia thành 12 bảng, nhất nhì mỗi bảng sẽ được tham dự vòng knock-out. Tại vòng knock-out sẽ có 32 đội, 24 đội nhất nhì các bảng sẽ cùng với 8 đội đứng thứ 3 vòng bảng Champions League bước vào tham dự sự kiện.

Những đội bóng tham dự mùa giải sẽ thi đấu nhiều trận hơn so với Champions League. Cúp C2 thường sẽ bao gồm vòng loại, vòng bảng, vòng 1/16, vòng 1/8, trận tứ kết, bán kết và cuối cùng là chung kết.

Nhạc hiệu trước thi đấu

Cũng giống với giải đấu UEFA Champions League, tại sân vận động trước khi mỗi trận đấu diễn ra sẽ phát lên một bản nhạc hiệu. Từ năm 2009, bản nhạc hiệu của sự kiện này do Yohann Zweig sáng tác.

Europa League. thường phát hành bản nhạc đó trước lễ bốc thăm vòng bảng năm 2009. Đến năm 2015, cuộc thi bóng đá này chính thức thay đổi với phần nhạc nền mới do Michael Kadelbach là nhạc sĩ sáng tác. Hiện tại, thì giải đấu đang sử dụng nhạc nền mới do Massive Music sáng tác.

Thành tích “đáng gờm” của những đội tham dự Europa League

Europa League quy tụ nhiều đội bóng mạnh

Europa League là một giải đấu bóng đá quốc tế danh tiếng, nơi các đội bóng châu Âu cạnh tranh để giành danh hiệu. Thành tích của các đội tham dự có thể thay đổi qua từng mùa giải và giai đoạn khác nhau. Dưới đây là một số đội bóng sở hữu thành tích “đáng gờm” = ấn tượng trong lịch sử bóng đá:

Sevilla: 6 lần vô địch – 2006, 2007, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020

Liverpool: 3 lần – 1973, 1976, 2001

Juventus: 3 lần – 1977, 1990, 1993

Inter Milan: 3 lần – 1991, 1994, 1998

Atletico Madrid: 3 lần ��� 2010, 2012, 2018

Borussia Monchengladbach: 2 lần – 1975, 1979

Tottenham Hotspur: 2 lần – 1972, 1984

Feyenoord: 2 lần – 1974, 2002

IFK Goteborg: 2 lần – 1982, 1987

Real Madrid: 2 lần – 1985, 1986

Parma: 2 lần – 1995, 1999

Porto: 2 lần – 2003, 2011

Chelsea: 2 lần – 2013, 2019

Với những thông tin chia sẻ trên anh em đã có những cái nhìn tổng quan hơn về giải đấu bóng đá Europa League.

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Michelle Dee achieved victory in the 'Best National Costume' category at Miss Universe 2023.

Michelle Dee, representing the Philippines in Miss Universe 2023, has achieved remarkable success by winning not just one but four special awards at the event in El Salvador. She secured the Carnival Cruise Award, topped the No. 1 Fan Vote, and was a Gold winner in the Voice for Change Award along with contestants from Angola and Puerto Rico, earning a substantial cash prize of $12,000 (approximately P665,000). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Philippines (@themissuniverseph) Additionally, ABS-CBN reported that the Miss Universe Organization declared on November 24 that Michelle Dee also triumphed in the Best National Costume category, as voted through the Choicely app. Her costume, designed by Michael Barassi, featured expansive airplane wings adorned with the colors of the Philippine flag and a mural showcasing the country's most popular tourist destinations, aligning with the national tourism slogan #LoveThePhilippines. This costume choice also reflected her role as an Air Force reservist, complemented by a captain's hat.

Michelle Dee expressed the significance of her National Costume on Instagram, highlighting its embodiment of the Philippines' resilience, radiance, and readiness to engage with the world. The costume's design incorporated the traditional “solihiya” pattern, a staple in Philippine tropics, celebrating the nation's unity and artistry. Dee's achievements and her representation of the Philippines at the Miss Universe 2023 pageant have been a source of pride and congratulations. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Miss Universe Philippines (@themissuniverseph) Read the full article

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The Evolution of Australia Football League live match data: A Comprehensive Analysis

1. Introduction: Understanding the Australia Football Live League

The Australia Football League (AFL) is one of the most popular sports leagues in Australia. The league has a long and rich history, stretching back more than 100 years. For those who are just beginning to learn about the AFL, it can be a challenge to understand the rules, the teams, and the players.

However, once you have a basic understanding of the AFL, it can be an incredibly exciting and rewarding sport to watch and follow. In this blog, we will provide an introduction to the Australia Football League, including a brief history of the league, its structure, and the teams that compete. By the end of this article, you will have a better understanding of the AFL and be ready to start enjoying the sport.

2. A Brief History of the Australia Football League

The AFL has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s when football clubs began to form across Australia. In 1896, the Victorian Football League (VFL) was established, which later became the Australian Football League in 1990.

Over the years, the league has gone through many changes, including adding teams from different states, which has helped to make the sport truly national. Today, the AFL consists of 18 teams, with 10 from Victoria, two from South Australia, two from Western Australia, and one each from Queensland, New South Wales, Tasmania, and the Northern Territory.

The league has seen many iconic players throughout its history, with names like Gary Ablett Sr., Ron Barassi, Leigh Matthews, and Nick Riewoldt among the greats. Some of the AFL's most famous teams include the Collingwood Magpies, Carlton Blues, Essendon Bombers, and Richmond Tigers.

The AFL season typically runs from March to September, culminating in the Grand Final, which is one of Australia's most watched television events and regularly draws over 100,000 fans to Melbourne's iconic MCG stadium. The AFL also hosts several other significant events throughout the year, including the annual Brownlow Medal ceremony, which awards the best and fairest player of the season.

Today, the AFL is one of the most exciting sports leagues in Australia, with millions of fans tuning in to watch games each week. As the league continues to grow, so too does its popularity, with new teams and players joining the AFL every year, ensuring a bright future for the sport in Australia.

3. Teams and Players in the Australia Football League

3. Teams and Players in the Australian Football League

The AFL is comprised of 18 teams, each with a unique history and fanbase. Here is a brief overview of each team:

- Adelaide Crows: Based in South Australia, the Crows have won two premierships and boast legendary players like Andrew McLeod and Mark Ricciuto.

- Brisbane Lions: Formed in 1997 from a merger between the Brisbane Bears and Fitzroy Football Club, the Lions have won three premierships and have fielded greats like Michael Voss and Jason Akermanis.

- Carlton Blues: One of the oldest clubs in the league, the Blues have won 16 premierships and celebrated players like John Nicholls and Stephen Kernahan.

- Collingwood Magpies: One of the biggest clubs in the league, the Magpies have 15 premierships and have been home to legendary players like Nathan Buckley and Dane Swan.

- Essendon Bombers: With 16 premierships, the Bombers are one of the most successful teams in the league and boast greats like James Hird and Matthew Lloyd.

- Fremantle Dockers: Based in Western Australia, the Dockers are the youngest team in the league and are still searching for their first premiership.

- Geelong Cats: The Cats have won nine premierships and are known for their fierce rivalry with fellow Victorian club, Collingwood. Legendary players include Gary Ablett Jr. and Mark Blicavs.

- Gold Coast Suns: One of the newest teams in the league, the Suns were formed in 2010 and are still searching for their first premiership.

- Greater Western Sydney Giants: Also formed in 2010, the Giants have yet to win a premiership but have big names like Jeremy Cameron and Toby Greene on their roster.

- Hawthorn Hawks: With 13 premierships, the Hawks are one of the most successful clubs in the league and have fielded legendary players like Leigh Matthews and Jason Dunstall.

- Melbourne Demons: Another of the oldest clubs in the league, the Demons have won 12 premierships and boast greats like Ron Barassi and David Neitz.

- North Melbourne Kangaroos: With four premierships, the Kangaroos are one of the smaller clubs in the league but have had legendary players like Wayne Carey and Glenn Archer.

- Port Adelaide Power: Based in South Australia, the Power have won one premiership and have produced great players like Warren Tredrea and Chad Wingard.

- Richmond Tigers: With 13 premierships, the Tigers are one of the biggest clubs in the league and have fielded greats like Royce Hart and Kevin Bartlett.

- St Kilda Saints: Despite not winning a premiership since their inception in 1897, the Saints have had legendary players like Lenny Hayes and Nick Riewoldt.

- Sydney Swans: Formerly known as the South Melbourne Swans, the Swans have won two premierships and have boasted players like Adam Goodes and Paul Kelly.

- West Coast Eagles: Based in Western Australia, the Eagles have won four premierships and have fielded great players like Chris Judd and Dean Cox.

- Western Bulldogs: With two premierships, the Bulldogs have been home to legendary players like Doug Hawkins and Chris Grant.

These teams are made up of talented athletes who train rigorously to compete every season. The Australian Football League is a celebration of Australian culture and history, and continues to captivate fans with its dynamic gameplay and excitement.

4. The Business Side of AFL: Finances and Sponsorships

The financial aspect of the AFL is just as important as the gameplay itself. The league is funded through various sources including ticket sales, merchandise sales, and sponsorships. These funds are then distributed amongst the clubs to cover expenses such as player salaries, travel costs, and team facilities.

One of the primary sources of revenue for the AFL is sponsorships. Major brands such as Toyota, Coca-Cola, and McDonald's are among the league's top sponsors. These companies provide financial support to the league in exchange for branding and advertising opportunities during games and events.

Team sponsorship is also a significant component of the AFL's financial structure. Each team has partnerships with local and national companies, with logos and branding prominently displayed on the team uniforms and throughout team facilities. These sponsors often provide financial support for team operations and events, and in return receive advertising exposure to the team's fan base and beyond.

Another important source of revenue for the AFL is broadcasting rights. The league has lucrative deals with major television networks and streaming services to televise games and provide online access to live and recorded games. These deals provide significant revenue for the league and its teams and help to expand the AFL's reach beyond Australia to international audiences.

Overall, the business side of the AFL is crucial to the success and sustainability of the league and its teams. Strong financial support from sponsors and revenue streams like broadcasting rights ensure that the AFL can continue to grow and provide entertainment to fans around the world.

5. AFL Broadcasting and Media Coverage

The AFL has a massive following across Australia and beyond. In recent years, the league has expanded its reach beyond traditional television broadcasting. It has evolved to include football livestreaming, social media coverage, and other innovative digital media approaches.

The AFL has a strong media presence that covers a broad range of media platforms. Television broadcast is still the primary source of media coverage, with major networks such as Channel 7, Foxtel, and Kayo providing comprehensive coverage of the games.

The AFL utilizes social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to complement television broadcasting. These platforms deliver real-time updates, highlights, and commentary, keeping the fans connected throughout the season.

Livestreaming has become increasingly popular lately. Subscription-based streaming services such as Kayo, Telstra TV, and Foxtel Go offer fans access to watch the games live and on-demand. This approach serves Australians outside of the country as well, where they can stream and watch live games online.

AFL also produces a wide range of content, including documentaries, podcasts, and video clips, available for fans on the league's website and social media platforms. This content provides fans with behind-the-scenes access, interviews with players and coaches, and various insights into the league.

In conclusion, AFL's media coverage is multi-faceted, reaching a diverse and large audience globally, including die-hard AFL fans and casual viewers. Keeping up with modern times, the AFL utilizes various media forms, ensuring its fan base stays engaged and excited throughout the season.

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Binibini 32 and her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume

Behold your #Binibini32 Danica Acuña of Romblon and her Bb. Pilipinas National Costume created by Michael Barassi: PERLAS NG SILANGANAN (Notes from the designer) Cerulean is the water that drapes the archipelagic province of Romblon. And this deep sky-blue hue hides within its chest pearls—pure, incorruptible, and wise as the queen who wears this attire. Miss Romblon wears the color of the waters…

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The Launch of Philippine Fashion Revolution

Dress up and witness one of the much-awaited fashion show of the year. Philippine Fashion Revolution is ready to give you quality entertainment with a purpose to highlight indigenous culture and prime products of of the Philippines.

The fashion show will be on September 22-23 in SMX Aura. It will be an extraordinary show with over 60 designers and 120 models. It is going to give guests a taste of indigenous weaves inspired by different regions of the Philippines.

This event was launch at Lynn Bentsen Talent & Fashion Academy last August 29, 2019 with a remarkable fashion show.

I am totally impressed of all the outfit that has been showcased during the launch. The design were all unique and sophisticated. There are unusual designs that totally represents the iconic products of our country. This kind of event doesn't only market what the Philippines has to offer but also emphasize why the country is worth bragging for.

Here’s a complete list of designers that will be participating during the Philippine Fashion Revolution.

Nina Corpuz, Ole Morabe, Pencil Diestra, Peter Lim, Pat Santos, Philip Torres, Rafael Gonzalez, Ronaldo Arnaldo, Unity Ong Tan Ka, Veejay Floresca, and Edgar Madamba.

They will be joined by Card Arcita, Bobby Syah, Bernard Escalona, Enoc Aliga, Fanny Serrano, Erjohn Dela Serna, Garvy Terrado, Francis Calaquian, Gener Gozum, Gil Granado, Happy Andrada, Jay Sustiguer, Jasmine Castelo, Harvic Dominguez, Jinggo Inoncillo, Julius Tarog, Joebee Henson, M Barretto, Joseph Palma, Mark Yaranon, Mars Silud, Michael Barassi, Mikaelah Michelle, Levenson Rodriguez, Dexter Alazas, Herbert Custodio, Kirby Cruz, Pristine De Guzman, Geoffrey Zordilla, and Mikee Andrei She. Rounding off the list are Glenn Lopez, Gil Macaibay, Jennica Castro, Marjorie Lee Gumabay, Santa Emmanuelle, Richie Bondoc, Ray Lazaro, Roel Rosal, and Melvin Lachica.

The show will be directed by prominent Fashion Show directors Cata Figueroa Jr and Raymond Villanueva.

The event was capped off with a question and answer.

Philippine Fashion Revolution is brought to you by Lynn Bentsen Talent & Fashion Academy. If you need help in basic fundamentals in modeling, Lynn Bentsen Talent & Fashion Academy offers workshops on ramp modeling, acting and many more. Call 7459533 and 09274276459 for more details.

You can be a part of this fabulous event on September 22 and 23, 2019 at SMX AURA!

For interested parties, contact our marketing partner:

PMCM Events Management

Mobile: (0917) 834-4978

Office #: (02) 501-0029 loc. 1000

Email: pmcm.events@gmail.com

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Summary of the week

By Auriane Leffray. 

·         An additional step has just been taken in the vaccine race. It was the American firm Pfizer that finally broke away first, announcing on Monday that its vaccine candidate developed in partnership with the German BioNTech showed a 90% effectiveness against Covid-19. The performance is well above the 50% rate required by global health agencies to achieve epidemic control. No concerns about the safety of the vaccine were raised.

 ·         The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a ceasefire agreement on Monday under the aegis of Russia. He confirmed the Azerbaijani victories after six weeks of conflict in Nagorno-Karabakh, a pro-independence region of Azerbaijan populated almost exclusively by Armenians. Several hundred demonstrators invaded the headquarters of the Armenian government to protest against the signing of this agreement. But the Armenians do not intend to leave their houses to Azerbaijan. They decided to burn them.

In the village of Charketar, residents burned down their homes before the arrival of the Azerbaijanis.

·         Human rights lawyer Hanane al-Barassi murdered in Libya. She was shot dead in her car on Tuesday 10 November in the street in Benghazi. She was 46 years old. A media figure in Libya, she gave a voice to women victims of violence on social networks. She also ran a local women’s rights association. The day before her death, she said on social media that she would publish a video exposing the corruption of Saddam Haftar, son of the leader of the Libyan national army, Khalifa Haftar. Amnesty International denounced the assassination.

·         Joan Mir is crowned World Champion at the end of the Grand Prix of Valencia, in the Queen’s category after her seventh place in the GP. At 23, the Spaniard won this title for his second season.

 ·         On Sunday, Lewis Hamilton won his 94th F1 Grand Prix in Turkey and a seventh F1 World Title. He tied Michael Schumacher’s record. However, it wasn’t going well for the British rider who was only 6th on the grid and lacked performance.

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yall. i have to update my muses list bc bash and like 9 others arent on it yet but what the fuck. list is long af so its under a read more jfc

ace watson -- charlie hunnam fc

adrienne bellefontaine -- dove cameron 

aiden lawrence -- dom sherwood 

ainsley reign -- emeraude toubia 

amber kirkpatrick - lily aldridge 

anders hoffman - justin baldoni 

annette nyxton -- taylor momsen fc 

atticus cruz -- ricki hall fc 

avery carver -- lights fc 

beau bloom -- alex pettyfer fc 

bernie st james - emmy rossum 

bradley locke -- taron egerton fc 

bryce neville -- jack falahee 

cain danvers --  dudley o'shaughnessy fc 

callum gallagher -- nicholas hoult 

charles fitzgerald -- jesse williams 

constantina helveticus -- shannyn sossoman 

corey west -- dylan o brien 

damien montgomery -- roman reigns 

daniel marcello -- tom hardy fc 

daniel montgomery -- aaron taylor johnson 

dante montgomery -- dwayne johnson 

darin montgomery -- ezra miller 

darla montgomery - alexandra daddario 

davis silva -- jussie smollett fc 

declan o'ryan -- louis tomlinson 

dexter mason - jai courtney 

dmitri "dima" Igorevich -- jack falahee fc 

draven gallagher -- ed skrein 

dustin sinclair -- taron egerton fc 

dwight vitti -- mgk fc 

eggsy unwin -- taron egerton 

eliza wallin - ksenia solo 

emilie carmichael -- taylor hill fc

Emilie von Laurer - cleo watterstrom 

emerson shaffer - colin o'donoghue 

ethan barassi -- cole sprouse fc 

evelyn mccallister -- saiorse ronan 

falcon amici -- mgk fc 

fernando mccray -- jason momoa fc 

francesca bloom  --  zoey deutch 

frankie mattiace  --  ashley frangipane 

gideon driscoll  --  diego barrueco 

gunner whitman -- taron egerton 

haiden bell - harry shum jr 

ham watson  --  luke hemmings 

harlee grant -- rena lovelis 

hudson cooke -- darren criss 

ira larsson -- rena sofer 

isabella tiszman  --  nina dobrev 

ivan montgomery -- jason isaacs 

jaelynn abbott -- jasmine sanders 

jaime wright -- ashton irwin fc 

james madison -- corey taylor fc 

jamie west -- kellan lutz 

jasmine lalaurie -- barbara palvin fc 

jax watson  --  hunter parrish 

jeremy bowman-- tom hardy fc 

jericho gonzalez -- william levy 

joel roberts -- michael b jordan 

jonathan wild - steven yeun 

jude mccormick - prince royce 

juniper brown -- carlson young 

kai backchan - sendhil ramamurthy 

kieran carr -- samira wiley 

kirill mazalin -- jensen ackles 

kolya mazalin  --  ashton irwin 

kylah harper -- grace phipps 

leonora wade -- jessica parker kennedy fc 

leon stone -- miles teller 

leviticus james - lou taylor pucci 

lilianna poole -- annasophia robb 

lily cohen -- taylor momsen 

lina cameron  --  alexandra daddario 

lincoln sharpe -- taron egerton 

lip watson -- chad michael murray 

london bradshaw - john boyega 

luciano deveraux -- pierson fode fc 

lucinda wilkes -- barbara palvin fc 

maria desenclos -- ana de armas 

marquis shay -- eiza gonzalez fc 

matthew schultz -- taron egerton 

michael wysocki -- ian somerhalder 

monica wade - zoe kravitz 

nathaniel price -- dylan o brien 

nicholas sweet -- jesse lee soffer 

nicole varanni -- barbara palvin 

niels baker -- stephen james fc 

nix moore - ryan hurst 

noah brooks -- dylan obrien fc 

odie bryan - bryshere gray 

oliver veres  --  luke hemmings 

orion brooks -- matt sanders fc 

orion sage -- gerard way 

oz bryant -- jeremy jordan fc 

patrick moran -- noel fisher fc 

quintin bellefontaine -- dom sherwood fc 

rhett harmon -- josh dun fc 

riley st james -- chris wood 

river kirby -- symphani soto 

roman hylton -- jonathan groff fc 

ronin pierston -- dom sherwood 

ryleigh james  --  hannah marks 

sameer baqri -- zayn malik fc 

samuel fisher --  matthew daddario 

sebastian booker -- michael fassbender 

sergei angelov  --  taron egerton 

skye grant -- nia lovelis 

sonya whithouse -- maria brink 

stefania putnam -- sara fabel fc 

stella veres  --  barbara palvin 

summer lewis -- barbara palvin 

tatum underwood -- ashley moore 

trinity dupont  --  kaya scodelario 

valentino neville -- douglas booth fc 

valya mazalin  --  ksenia solo 

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Overflow crowd expected for Richards’ funeral

LOU RICHARDS always attracted a crowd in life, and he has done it again in death, with hundreds of mourners flocking to Melbourne’s rainy CBD to farewell the football legend.

The much-loved Collingwood and media figure has been honoured with a state funeral service at St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday.

A who’s who of football, media and government representatives have assembled to pay their respects, including AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan, AFL Legend Ron Barassi and greats Kevin Sheedy and Neil Roberts.

Watch: From the lips of Lou

The Collingwood contingent is led by president Eddie McGuire and includes coach Nathan Buckley, previous coach Mick Malthouse, past president Allan McAlister and greats Kevin Rose, Peter McKenna and Des Tuddenham, and also in attendance were luminaries such as Victoria Police chief commissioner Graham Ashton, federal Health Minister Greg Hunt, Victoria’s Emergency Services Minister James Merlino and former Victorian Premier John Brumby.

The McGuire family outside St Paul’s. Picture: Getty Images

Richards died peacefully on Monday May 8, aged 94, prompting an outpouring of both sadness and celebration for a unique man who lived an extraordinary life.

As expected, Richards’ funeral service was more joyous than sombre.

Richards’ daughter Nicole Morrison gave the gathering an insight into Richards the father: “He loved us, and he spoilt us, he supported us, and most of all, gave us the most wonderful life. There was fun and laughter and never a dull moment.

“He challenged you and nurtured you. He was firm but fair when we were young, and became our best friend once he knew we were ready to make good life choices.”

Nathan Buckley and Collingwood CEO Gary Pert. Picture: Getty Images

McGuire said that when he reflected on Richards “and his amazing journey from the Depression-era backstreets of Collingwood to the premiership captain on the MCG, the King of Moomba, and the greatest star in the biggest game in town, the media”, he was reminded of the last stanza of Rudyard Kipling’s poem If, which reads:

If you can talk with crowds and keep your virtue, Or walk with Kings—nor lose the common touch, If neither foes nor loving friends can hurt you, If all men count with you, but none too much; If you can fill the unforgiving minute With 60 seconds’ worth of distance run, Yours is the Earth and everything that’s in it,

And—which is more—you’ll be a Man, my son!

“And what a man,” McGuire declared. “What a family.”

A feisty rover, Richards followed a long line of family members to represent his beloved Magpies, playing 250 games and kicking 423 goals from 1941-55, and captaining the club to the 1953 premiership.

But it was his ubiquitous presence in the media – on television, radio and in print – that lifted Richards to true superstardom.

Former North Melbourne administrator and friend Ron Joseph alluded to Richards’ healthy ego when he said: “Lou was right. He said his funeral would be bigger than Texas.”

On Richards not being an official Legend in the Australian Football Hall of Fame, Joseph summed up the feelings of many when he asserted: “Lou is a legend. In fact, he is bigger than a legend.”

Former Channel Nine colleague and close friend Tony Jones said: “We as a city, a state and a nation, are all the better for knowing him.”

After the service, Collingwood players and coaches formed a guard of honour outside the cathedral for the motorcade, which passed by the Lou Richards statue at the Holden Centre.

AFL/VFL greats Bobby Skilton and Michael Malthouse. Picture: Getty Images

Your memories of ‘Louie the Lip’

A Magpie legend, TV trailblazer and great entertainer – there weren’t many like Lou Richards

We asked for your favourite memories of Richards, from his 250-game playing career to his time as a Thursday night TV fixture on League Teams, and beyond.

Here are some of your best stories.

I witnessed Lou drinking out of Haydn Bunton’s boot

Lou said that Swan Districts, coached by Haydn Bunton Jnr, couldn’t win the 1961 WAFL Grand Final against massive favourites, Polly Farmer’s East Perth.

He said he would drink milk from Bunton’s boot if the Swans won. The Swans won their first flag and I was at Bassendean Oval on Sunday as an 11-year-old to celebrate and to witness Lou drinking out of Haydn Bunton’s boot.

– Brent Watkins, Scarborough WA

The day Peter Landy chased him from the commentary box

As 12-year-olds, myself and mates at the Escort Cup matches at VFL Park used to delight in taunting Peter Landy about his ceramic-looking hairpiece.

Lou, overhearing, said: “Ha, it certainly hasn’t moved and we’re in an Arctic gale …”.

Landy then spat the dummy, lurched up from the commentary box and gave chase.

– Adrian Thomas, Frankston Vic

He delivered a reverse stab drop kick onto my chest from 20m

I met Lou as a 13-year-old on entry to the VFL to watch North v South Melbourne in 1977. He took the time to entertain myself and a couple of mates plus deliver a reverse stab drop kick by the heel of his foot sharp onto my chest some 20 metres away.

I’m still amazed by this skillful act 40 years later.

And who can ever forget his entertaining hosting of the Colliwobbles burial at Victoria Park in November 1990?

What a lovable character!

– Steve Miller, Palmwoods Qld

What did they make of Louie the Lip in Saudi Arabia?

I remember the replay of the 1977 drawn Grand Final. As North were warming up there was an onscreen roll of the countries to which it was being beamed over satellite. For some reason, Saudi Arabia made an imprint.

When the camera came to the gigantic Mick Nolan, Lou said: “and have a look at big Mick Nolan, ‘the Galloping Gasometer’. You need a roadmap and a waterbag just to walk around him”.

The whole family just lost it, and I remember us wondering what they made of that comment in Saudi Arabia. Vale, Louie the Lip.

– Steve Shanahan, Sydney NSW

Drinks in the World of Sports dressing room were unforgettable

Together with four other guys, I was one of the World of Sports ‘Beat The Champ’ quiz men in summers between 1964 and 1976.

After the show was over, all involved would adjourn to the dressing room where Gordon, Lou’s barman from the Phoenix Hotel, was charged with ensuring nobody’s beer glass was ever empty.

Talking with those sporting legends was unforgettable. Fantastic memories.

– Fred Ford, Blackburn Vic

A coiner of nicknames

[I loved] his nicknames for players. ‘The Macedonian Marvel’ for Peter Daicos. ‘Lethal’ Leigh Matthews. ‘The Flying Doormat’ for Bruce Doull, ‘the Galloping Gasometer’ for Mick Nolan, ‘the Flying Dutchman’ for Paul Van De Haar … and the list goes on.

I was too young to see him play, but he was a great commentator who brought fun and a light heartedness to the sport.

– Michael Langlois, Sunnybank Qld

Dusting Collins St on his hands and knees

I will always remember Lou as one of the greats in our game. He was the real kiss of death.

I remember he once said, if the Magpies lose this game I will dust Collins Street with a feather duster. And he did, on hands and knees.

What a man he was.

– Ted Drew, Coffs Harbour NSW

Rowing Billy Goggin across the Barwon

Besides World of Sport on Sundays, and League Teams, Lou was the voice of footy for me in the 1970s and ’80s.

I can still remember him rowing Geelong coach Billy Goggin across the Barwon River.

Thank you Lou Richards, you are a legend.

– Darren Ward, Geelong Vic

There was nothing better than watching Lou and the gang every Sunday

[Loved the] Sunday Footy Show, especially Lou’s handball segment. Can we bring this back?

There was nothing better than watching Lou and the gang on every Sunday, and in his memory we should all remember to be more like him.

– Gabriel Garivaldis, Caulfield North Vic

Piggybacking ‘the Galloping Gasometer’

My favourite memory of Lou? Piggybacking Mick ‘the Galloping Gasometer’ Nolan on the steps of the North Melbourne Town Hall after a bet with Jack Dyer.

My first reaction on hearing of his passing? Like I felt when John Lennon died. A large chunk of my youth has now been taken away.

Rest in peace, Lou. Hate Collingwood but always admired you and what you stood for. 

– Phil Rowan, Banyo Qld

• Obituary: 170cm Lou, a giant on and off the field

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