Cyclocross Veteran Toon Aerts Embraces New Challenge as Oldest Giro d'Italia Debutant
At 32, cyclocross specialist Toon Aerts makes his Giro d'Italia debut with Lotto Intermarché, discovering the unique demands of a Grand Tour on the road.
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At 32, cyclocross specialist Toon Aerts makes his Giro d'Italia debut with Lotto Intermarché, discovering the unique demands of a Grand Tour on the road.
Cyclocross specialist Toon Aerts, 32, prepares for his first Grand Tour appearance at the Giro d'Italia with team Lotto Intermarché. He shares his packing essentials and thoughts on the upcoming challenge.
At 37, Ivan Perisic remains a key player for PSV, using unique training methods like altitude simulation. The Dutch club even had to fend off Inter Milan's winter interest in the Croatian veteran.
SC Freiburg fans stormed the pitch in jubilation after the club secured a place in a European final, with players declaring their intent to win the trophy. The victory marks a significant achievement for the Bundesliga side.
Eight teams compete for final spots in Europa League and Conference League semi-finals. Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to advance.
Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to reach the Europa League and Conference League finals. A preview of Thursday's decisive second-leg matches.
Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits in Thursday's Europa League and Conference League semi-final second legs. Follow all the action live.
Aston Villa takes a commanding 2-0 lead over Nottingham Forest in the Europa League semi-final, putting them on the verge of the final. Belgian stars Tielemans and Onana feature in the match.
Eight teams clash in decisive Europa League and Conference League semi-final second legs. Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to reach the finals.
Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits in Thursday's Europa League and Conference League semi-final second legs. Follow all the action live.
Aston Villa faces a 1-0 deficit against Nottingham Forest at the break in their Europa League match. Belgian internationals Youri Tielemans, Amadou Onana, and Matz Sels are involved, raising questions about their potential presence in the final.
Aston Villa must overturn a 1-0 deficit against Nottingham Forest in the Europa League return leg. Belgian internationals Tielemans, Onana, and Sels feature in the high-stakes encounter.
Four clubs, including Aston Villa and Shakhtar Donetsk, must overturn first-leg deficits to reach the Europa League and Conference League finals. A look at the crucial Thursday night ties.
Follow the Europa League and Conference League semi-final second legs as Aston Villa, SC Freiburg, RC Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk seek to overturn first-leg deficits. Key match updates include Palace vs Shakhtar and an early red card for Braga.
Aston Villa must overcome a 1-0 first-leg deficit against Nottingham Forest in the Europa League final return match. Belgian internationals Youri Tielemans, Amadou Onana, and Matz Sels are key figures for their respective sides.
AC Milan faces a pivotal decision on Christopher Nkunku's future, while Bayern Munich's pursuit of Anthony Gordon hits a financial roadblock. Analysis of the latest transfer market developments.
The legendary Belgian squad from the 1986 World Cup gathered in Tubize to celebrate four decades of Casa Hogar, a social project they founded during the tournament.
The legendary Belgian squad from the 1986 World Cup gathered in Tubize to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Casa Hogar, the social project they founded in Mexico. Emotional reunion highlights unbreakable team bond.
Youri Tielemans is the only Belgian set to start for Aston Villa in their Europa League match against Nottingham Forest. Amadou Onana is injured, while Matz Sels will be on the bench.
Aston Villa fielded no Dutch players while Morgan Gibbs-White played through a head wound in the Europa League quarterfinals. Four teams fight for final spots.