Reaction to England squad and Mbappe gets his jab – Tuesday’s sporting social
Sports stars and clubs across the world continue to provide an insight into their lives on social media.
Here, the PA news agency looks at some of the best examples from May 25.
Football
England named their provisional 33-man Euro 2020 squad.
Ahead of naming his final #EURO2020 squad next week, Gareth Southgate has selected 33 players to join up with the #ThreeLions from this weekend as our preparations for this summer's tournament get under way.
— England (@England) May 25, 2021
Three new faces have been included in Gareth Southgate's provisional #ThreeLions squad!
Well done, lads 👊 pic.twitter.com/qS5ouBXNJO
— England (@England) May 25, 2021
Former England defender Rio Ferdinand was delighted for one newcomer.
Boom 💥 Congrats @BenG0dfrey thoroughly deserved! https://t.co/V9XdbsKKLL
— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) May 25, 2021
The players reacted.
🏴 🙌🏼 amazing feeling https://t.co/vNrrfxK1RZ
— sam johnstone (@samjohnstone50) May 25, 2021
No matter what happens in the coming weeks, I’m so honoured to be called up to the provisional squad. Haha I’m lost for words ❤️🦁🦁🦁 @England pic.twitter.com/rIORjeteEN
— Aaron (@AaronRamsdale98) May 25, 2021
Chunks was gutted.
Gutted… https://t.co/grlJWhLWqP pic.twitter.com/XpBjBOC2vd
— Chunkz (@Chunkz) May 25, 2021
Erling Haaland was grateful for picking up the Bundesliga Player of the Year award.
One of Liverpool’s greatest nights.
The night we made it 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆#UCLFinal pic.twitter.com/ZzfoSxizoJ
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 25, 2021
Cristiano Ronaldo reflected on his season.
As did Leeds winger Raphinha.
Tottenham recalled signing Gareth Bale.
John Terry saluted Aston Villa’s youngsters.
Kylian Mbappe got his vaccine.
Romelu Lukaku was relaxing.
Reaching out to the homies for a lil vacation 🤫 pic.twitter.com/fuStKEYhOu
— R.Lukaku Bolingoli9 (@RomeluLukaku9) May 25, 2021
Germany got their man.
BREAKING: Hansi #Flick will become the new Germany national team head coach following @EURO2020 ✍️#DieMannschaft pic.twitter.com/2CpxjIsQSn
— Germany (@DFB_Team_EN) May 25, 2021
Luka Modric signed a new deal at Real Madrid.
Ismaila Sarr is a man of many talents.
Chauffeured to the @premierleague by the £80m player! pic.twitter.com/MgPOGpMOt1
— Ben Foster (@BenFoster) May 25, 2021
Cricket
Sam Billings loved his return to Kent.
Stuart Broad wanted answers.
Need more details. Where, length, club, wind, celebration 🏌️ 🙌 https://t.co/LUXPNpGZmK
— Stuart Broad (@StuartBroad8) May 25, 2021
Kate Cross returned to action.
Good to be back 💃🏽🙌🏼 https://t.co/QbnrJaO2SM
— Kate Cross (@katecross16) May 25, 2021
As well as cricket, Cross appears to like Alex Hartley and food.
Formula One
Lewis Hamilton remembered George Floyd on the anniversary of his death.
— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) May 25, 2021
Tennis
Let the games begin!
Choose your side. Team WORLD & Team EUROPE. pic.twitter.com/kaB3v74JdH
— Nicholas Kyrgios (@NickKyrgios) May 25, 2021
Boxing
Josh Taylor reflected on the best night of his life.
An Absolutely Indescribable feeling. My whole life of hardwork, dedication & many sacrifices over the years paid off. Best night of my life. 🌍👑🏴🌪 #UNDISPUTED pic.twitter.com/owxCgZgxBJ
— Josh Taylor (@JoshTaylorBoxer) May 25, 2021
MMA
Khabib Nurmagomedov said hi.
Rugby League
George Williams attempted to clear his name.
FALSE. I text to explain my mental well-being to the welfare manager? I asked for a release weeks ago for the end of the season… Not once did I ask for a immediate release but Instead of supporting me the club kicked me out the door. Plus I’ve not even signed the release 🤔 https://t.co/CeXBFkXWsA
— George Williams (@George7Williams) May 25, 2021
John Bateman hit back at the critics.
Couldn’t cut it……LOL
Good night mate 😘 https://t.co/ss2racI6Ec pic.twitter.com/0kB9JcQ2bG
— John Bateman (@johnbateman1) May 25, 2021
