Omar Berrada’s transition from Manchester City to Manchester United as CEO involved a focus on maintaining a sensible wage structure, with City resisting pressure from players and agents for salary increases. Berrada’s task at United included lowering the wage bill, starting with the departures of high-earning players such as Marcus Rashford and Antony, with Casemiro likely to follow suit. The club aims to address the issue of overspending on wages and improve performance on the pitch under Ineos’ ownership, despite previous controversial decisions, setting a new precedent for financial responsibility.
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Kneecap say ‘statements aren’t aggressive’ after denouncing Israel at Coachella
Belfast rap group Kneecap faced criticism from US conservatives and Sharon Osbourne for their pro-Palestine statements during their Coachella performance on April 18. The group, known for their political messages, chanted "free, free Palestine" and displayed bold statements on stage, including accusations of genocide by Israel and condemnation of US support for Israeli actions. In response, Kneecap argued that their remarks were not aggressive compared to the violence inflicted on Gaza. Full Article
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