“I don’t know the reason why he went” – Liverpool legend Robbie Fowler claims Reds are ‘missing’ player they sold in the summer

Robbie Fowler believes Liverpool are feeling the effects of Luis Diaz’s departure, arguing that the winger’s absence has contributed to the club’s inconsistent start to the season.

After three-and-a-half seasons at Anfield, Diaz joined German giants Bayern Munich in July 2025 in a deal worth £65.5 million. Interestingly, the Reds seemingly didn’t sign a replacement for the Colombian international during the summer transfer window, as none of their new recruits included a winger.

After winning the Premier League title last season, Liverpool have endured a topsy-turvy 2025-26 campaign and currently sit eighth in the league table. Amid their struggles, Fowler said his former side are ‘missing’ Diaz.

“I don’t know the reason why he went, but it looks as though he wanted to go because it was a very quick sale, wasn’t it?” Fowler told Metro. “That tells you he probably wanted to, but for me he was probably one of Liverpool’s standout players last year. So, I’m actually genuinely surprised that not more has been made of how much Liverpool are missing him.

“Because when you look at Liverpool and certainly the tough start they’ve had, they maybe struggled to break teams down when teams have sat and kept that low block. Luis Diaz is one of those players who can unlock defenses. So, I think they have genuinely missed him.”

During his time at Liverpool, Diaz won the Premier League, the FA Cup, and two Carabao Cups. He scored 41 goals and provided 23 assists in 148 appearances across all competitions.

### Fowler Wants Former Liverpool Star Sold in the Summer to Prove Selling Him Was a Mistake

Fowler also spoke about Tyler Morton, who came through the ranks at the Merseyside club. The young midfielder was sold to Olympique Lyon in the summer in a deal worth £15 million.

Fowler pointed out that Morton wasn’t used much last season, suggesting that the player might not fit into the Dutch manager Arne Slot’s philosophy. However, he opined that the academy graduate is a ‘good player,’ expressing his desire to see him succeed at his current club.

“There’s no doubt that he’s good enough because he has played in midfield at Liverpool before,” Fowler said. “But you’ve got to be honest and say, the manager didn’t really play him much last year. So certainly not under this manager could you see him coming back. This is my opinion.

“What I see with Tyler Morton, I do think he’s a good player, but the manager never played him much last year. So that tells you something about, not his performances, but his type of game. It might not fit into what the manager wanted.

“I genuinely hope he does [prove them wrong to have sold him] because he is a local lad who’s obviously come through the ranks. I’m like that with every player who comes through from the academy. I always want to see him do well, I genuinely do.”

Morton made his debut for the Reds during Jurgen Klopp’s tenure and made just five appearances under current manager Arne Slot last season.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/football/news-i-don-t-know-reason-went-liverpool-legend-robbie-fowler-claims-reds-missing-player-sold-summer

Antetokounmpo, Bucks square off against the Cavaliers

**Milwaukee Bucks (8-6, Seventh in Eastern Conference) vs. Cleveland Cavaliers (9-5, Third in Eastern Conference)**
*Location: Cleveland*
*Date & Time: Monday, 7 p.m. EST*

### Game Preview:

The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Milwaukee Bucks in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup on Monday night. The Cavaliers currently hold a 9-5 record, placing them third in the Eastern Conference, while the Bucks sit just behind at 8-6, seventh in the conference.

Cleveland has been strong against division opponents, boasting a 3-0 record. The team averages 27.6 assists per game, led by Donovan Mitchell, who contributes an average of 5.4 assists. On the other side, Milwaukee has gone 2-1 against division teams and ranks seventh in the Eastern Conference. The Bucks average 26.8 assists per game, with star player Giannis Antetokounmpo leading the charge at 7.1 assists per game.

The Cavaliers also excel in converting three-pointers, averaging 16.0 made threes per game this season — which is 3.7 more than the 12.3 three-pointers the Bucks allow opponents to make per game.

In terms of scoring, Milwaukee averages 118.4 points per game, slightly higher than the 116.9 points the Cavaliers concede to opponents.

This game marks the second meeting of the season between these two teams. Cleveland won their first encounter on October 26, defeating Milwaukee 118-113. Donovan Mitchell led the Cavaliers with 24 points, while Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 40 for the Bucks.

### Top Performers:

– **Cleveland Cavaliers:**
– *Evan Mobley* is shooting 46.8% from the field and averaging 19.2 points per game.
– *Donovan Mitchell* has been impressive over the last 10 games, averaging 30.0 points per game.

– **Milwaukee Bucks:**
– *Giannis Antetokounmpo* is putting up stellar numbers with 32.6 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game.
– *AJ Green* is also contributing significantly, averaging 15 points over the past 10 games.

### Last 10 Games Stats:

– **Cavaliers (6-4):**
– Average 122.0 points, 45.3 rebounds, 28.6 assists, 9.3 steals, and 6.7 blocks per game.
– Shooting 44.5% from the field.
– Opponents average 118.6 points against them.

– **Bucks (5-5):**
– Average 116.9 points, 39.1 rebounds, 26.7 assists, 7.5 steals, and 4.4 blocks per game.
– Shooting 49.4% from the field.
– Opponents average 119.8 points against them.

### Injury Report:

– **Cavaliers:**
– Jaylon Tyson: Day to day (illness)
– Max Strus: Out (foot)
– Darius Garland: Day to day (toe)

– **Bucks:**
– Kevin Porter Jr.: Out (ankle)
– Taurean Prince: Out (neck)

This highly anticipated game promises to be a competitive battle in the Eastern Conference as both teams aim to improve their standings. Be sure to catch the action live on Monday at 7 p.m. EST from Cleveland.
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/antetokounmpo-bucks-square-off-against-070252546.html

😬 Italy facing the play-offs? Draw, opponents and schedule: all the details

A true sporting miracle. That’s how one could describe the 9-goal victory margin that was enough—using a hyperbole—for Gattuso’s Italy to overtake Norway at the photo finish in the 2026 World Cup qualification group and secure a ticket to the final phase of the prestigious competition.

While waiting for tonight’s match at San Siro, the Azzurri’s minds are already in Zurich, where the draw will determine their playoff path in March. They hope to break the spell and end the curse after two consecutive eliminations in the playoffs—first at the hands of Sweden and then North Macedonia—which caused Italy to miss the last two World Cups, Russia 2018 and Qatar 2022.

### How do the World Cup playoffs work?

The playoffs will assign another 4 spots to Europe, in addition to the 12 group winners from the qualification rounds. In contention are the 12 group runners-up plus the four best Nations League teams that didn’t qualify directly.

### Who qualifies directly for the 2026 World Cup?

In addition to Norway, who are on the verge of mathematical qualification, France and England are flying directly to the World Cup. Keep an eye on Spain, Germany, Denmark, Belgium, Croatia, Netherlands, and Switzerland—all ready to secure their direct ticket to America.

### Date and seeding for the draw

The playoff draw is scheduled for Thursday, November 20 in Zurich at 1:00 PM. Italy will be in the top seed due to their ranking, alongside Turkey, Poland, and Ukraine (if they remain ahead of Iceland).

The other eight runners-up will be placed in the second pot (currently Wales, Scotland, Hungary, Czech Republic) or third pot (Slovakia, Albania, Bosnia, Kosovo) depending on the ranking.

### Who could Italy face?

Among Italy’s possible opponents is Sweden, who famously eliminated the Azzurri coached by Ventura in 2017.

### When and where are the playoffs played?

The playoffs are scheduled for March 26 and 31, 2026. Gattuso’s national team would play a single-leg semifinal at home against a fourth-seeded team, “repechaged” among the winners of the 2024/25 Nations League. If they advance, the Azzurri would face a second or third-seeded team in the final.

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https://sports.yahoo.com/article/italy-facing-play-offs-draw-070900954.html

Autonomous Drones, AI Fighter Jets: Europe’s Defense Revolution

A quiet revolution is reshaping Europe’s defense industry. From AI-driven fighter jets to autonomous drones and battlefield analytics, artificial intelligence is redefining how nations prepare for conflict.

Bloomberg’s Tom Mackenzie explores the startups, policies, and technologies powering a $720 billion transformation in European defense. This seismic shift not only enhances military capabilities but also signals a new era in the future of security.

Discover how innovation and strategic investment are driving this change, positioning Europe at the forefront of defense technology in an increasingly complex global landscape.

(Source: Bloomberg)
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/videos/2025-11-16/autonomous-drones-ai-fighter-jets-europe-s-defense-revolution

Yala Addresses Liquidity Crisis Amid Suspicious Activities

**Yala Blockchain Faces Liquidity Crisis and Suspicious Activity in YU Stablecoin**

The Yala blockchain platform announced on November 16 that it is addressing liquidity concerns and suspicious activities involving its YU stablecoin, with an investigation currently underway. This issue highlights vulnerabilities within DeFi protocols, raising growing concerns about security and liquidity in the crypto markets—especially following a substantial depegging of the YU stablecoin.

### Yala’s Liquidity Shock: Borrowing Patterns Under Scrutiny

Yala reported significant liquidity disruption after YAM Protocol issued warnings about suspicious borrowing behavior within the Yala market on Euler. Notably, all available USDC was borrowed despite high-interest rates and subsequent non-repayment. In response, the Euler team set the lending limit on Yala’s market to zero, effectively impeding withdrawals.

> “We have observed suspicious on-chain borrowing activity that led to 100% fund utilization in Yala’s USDC pool on Euler,” stated the Yala team.

### Market Data and Critical Challenges

Yala now faces critical challenges as a result of these events. For context, in May 2025, the stablecoin USDX faced a similar liquidity crisis due to problematic borrowing behaviors in its markets—drawing parallels to the current situation unfolding with Yala.

Recent data from CoinMarketCap shows that Yala’s stablecoin YU holds a market price of $0.96, marking a 4.28% decline over the past 24 hours. The market capitalization stands at $85,978,165, with a 24-hour trading volume surging by 115.90% to $909,202.74.

### Looking Ahead

These recent developments underscore the ongoing challenges DeFi projects face in maintaining liquidity and stability. Yala’s investigation remains active, as the platform works to restore trust and stabilize its markets.
https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/tech/yala-addresses-liquidity-crisis-amid-suspicious-activities/

Valentina Shevchenko vs. Zhang Weili full fight video highlights

**Valentina Shevchenko vs. Zhang Weili: Full Fight Highlights – UFC 322 Co-Main Event Recap**

Watch the thrilling full fight video highlights from the highly anticipated UFC 322 co-main event between Valentina Shevchenko and Zhang Weili, held Saturday night, November 15, at Madison Square Garden in New York City. This electrifying bout aired live on ESPN+ pay-per-view and featured two of the fiercest competitors in women’s MMA.

### Official Result:
**Valentina Shevchenko def. Zhang Weili**

### Fight Overview:

Valentina Shevchenko (26-4-1) and Zhang Weili (27-3) squared off in a gripping battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Referee Marc Goddard officiated the contest, a showcase of technical striking and dominant grappling.

### Round 1:

The action opened with Zhang landing a solid right hand, drawing first blood. Shevchenko remained composed, patiently staying still before delivering a sharp body kick. She lunged forward with a left hand, initiating an exchange, and when Zhang rushed to grapple, Shevchenko countered with a knee to the body and secured a takedown.

On the ground, Zhang locked her arms to prevent Shevchenko from posturing up, but the champion methodically worked to pass guard. Once back to her feet, Shevchenko landed another debilitating knee to Zhang’s body followed by a perfectly timed spinning elbow—caught just as Zhang moved in to clinch.

They wrestled along the fence, where Shevchenko muscled Zhang down to side control, unleashing short ground-and-pound strikes and controlling the round emphatically.

*MMA Fighting scores Round 1: 10-9 for Shevchenko.*

### Round 2:

Shevchenko initiated with leg kicks as Zhang kept pressing forward. Zhang attempted a spinning backfist but fell short. Shevchenko responded with a slick 1-2 combination before sneaking in another knee to the body and wrestling Zhang down again.

Shevchenko advanced to side control, working smartly to secure a crucifix position. Zhang fought hard to escape but was visibly expending energy from the bottom as Shevchenko maintained masterful top control, handing Zhang virtually no openings.

Despite Zhang’s effort to regain guard, Shevchenko passed again and delivered punishing shoulder strikes from top.

*MMA Fighting scores Round 2: 10-9 for Shevchenko.*
*Overall score after two rounds: 20-18 Shevchenko.*

### Round 3:

Zhang tried to mix things up, but Shevchenko’s sharp body kicks and measured distance control kept her on the defensive. Zhang’s attacks, including punches and a body kick, either missed or landed lightly.

Shevchenko caught a kick, secured a body lock, and brought Zhang back down. With about 90 seconds remaining, Shevchenko stalled in Zhang’s half guard, continuing to dominate the pace and position.

*MMA Fighting scores Round 3: 10-9 for Shevchenko.*
*Overall score after three rounds: 30-27 Shevchenko.*

### Round 4:

Shevchenko’s body kicks landed loudly, visibly affecting Zhang. A powerful high kick temporarily pushed Zhang back, allowing Shevchenko to loosen up on her feet.

She landed knees, elbows, and a front kick, consistently targeting Zhang’s midsection. Zhang managed a body kick, but every forward movement was met with precise counters, including a clean right hand.

Late in the round, Shevchenko caught another kick and took Zhang down once again, maintaining half guard control to close out another dominant round.

*MMA Fighting scores Round 4: 10-9 for Shevchenko.*
*Overall score after four rounds: 40-36 Shevchenko.*

### Round 5:

Despite fatigue, Zhang continued to push forward, but Shevchenko responded to every flurry by clinching and controlling the action. After a brief grappling stalemate in the center of the octagon, Shevchenko secured a body lock takedown once more.

On top, Shevchenko’s heavy control left Zhang with limited energy and options. The champion dominated from start to finish on the ground, effectively neutralizing Zhang’s offense throughout.

### Final Thoughts:

Valentina Shevchenko showcased why she’s one of the most skilled and well-rounded fighters in women’s MMA history. Her striking precision, grappling dominance, and fight IQ were on full display, securing a decisive victory over the formidable Zhang Weili. This bout at Madison Square Garden will be remembered as a masterclass performance by Shevchenko.

For more detailed live coverage and updates, be sure to check out our live blog below.

*Stay tuned for upcoming fight announcements and more exclusive UFC content.*
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/valentina-shevchenko-vs-zhang-weili-050156957.html

‘GOAT:’ Fighters react to Valentina Shevchenko’s title defense vs. Zhang Weili at UFC 322

MMA Junkie provided live coverage of UFC 322, featuring round-by-round analysis of every fight.

At the event, Valentina Shevchenko added another impressive achievement to her all-time resume by defeating fellow legend Zhang Weili to defend her women’s flyweight title.

Shevchenko (26-4-1 MMA, 15-3-1 UFC) secured a lopsided unanimous decision victory over former two-time strawweight champion Weili (26-4 MMA, 10-3 UFC) in the co-main event held at Madison Square Garden in New York.

Below, check out the top X (formerly Twitter) reactions to Shevchenko’s dominant title defense against Weili at UFC 322.
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/goat-fighters-react-valentina-shevchenkos-050519793.html

Best Crypto to Buy Now as Traders Eye Dogecoin Recovery Following Elon Musk’s Tweet

Elon Musk reignited Dogecoin fever after tweeting, “It’s time,” instantly reminding the crypto world of his famous 2021 promise to send “a literal Dogecoin to the literal moon” through SpaceX’s DOGE-1 mission. However, this time, the market did not respond as expected.

Crypto prices fell sharply, with Bitcoin dropping toward the $94,000 level, pushing sentiment into Extreme Fear. This broad market pressure held Dogecoin (DOGE) back and pushed traders to search for stronger opportunities. Although Musk’s tweets often attract liquidity into meme coins, DOGE remains stuck below the $0.20 zone during the crash.

Because of this, traders are now looking for the best crypto to buy—focusing not on DOGE itself but on alternatives that can capture sidelined momentum and offer higher upside. Maxi Doge (MAXI) fits this shift by giving traders a utility-backed meme option at presale pricing, while DOGE struggles to move.

### Dogecoin Slips as Musk’s New DOGE-1 Hype Fails to Spark a Rally

Elon Musk’s long-running fascination with Dogecoin has often been the strongest force behind its price action. His public mentions played a major role in the meme coin’s massive 13,000% run in 2021. Musk has called himself “The Dogefather,” changed his X bio to “Former CEO of Dogecoin,” praised DOGE as “the people’s crypto,” and even joked that it could become the currency of Mars.

Because of this history, traders closely monitor every comment he makes about the DOGE-1 mission. Planned by Canadian research firm Geometric Energy Corporation and funded entirely with Dogecoin, the DOGE-1 mission aims to gather lunar data and broadcast ads back to Earth. However, the mission has faced several delays. Initially scheduled for late 2023, it now targets a launch in the second half of 2026, according to Geometric CEO Samuel Reid.

In the past, a post from Musk would have sent DOGE climbing. This time, however, the token failed to react to the renewed hype and instead dropped about 10%, falling from roughly $0.19 to $0.16 during a market-wide crash. Buyers continue to defend this range, and volatility remains elevated. This muted reaction shows that broader market pressure has grown strong enough to outweigh even Musk’s usual ability to spark a rally.

### Dogecoin Price Prediction

Dogecoin (DOGE) has struggled to build momentum in 2025, with several sell-offs pushing its price below $0.17 and leaving it weaker than the broader market over the past month. The downturn intensified after a major corporate setback: CleanCore Solutions, a company holding a large DOGE treasury position, saw its stock plunge nearly 78% in a month due to heavy quarterly losses and DOGE’s declining price.

CleanCore’s shares, trading under the ticker ZONE on the NYSE American, fell to a record low of $0.3818, adding even more negative pressure to sentiment around the meme coin.

Despite this corporate-driven selling, on-chain data shows that Dogecoin continues to defend the $0.16 support zone. Buyers repeatedly step in at this level, which analysts now view as the key area DOGE must hold to attempt a recovery toward the $0.20 region.

While price action may look muted, analyst group Bitcoinsensus highlights a strong long-term reason for optimism. Their research shows Dogecoin is once again following its historical cyclical pattern—a structure that has repeated cleanly across past market cycles. DOGE often spends long stretches moving sideways with little excitement, but once the broader bull market takes off, it typically delivers its biggest gains in the late stages of the cycle.

Bitcoinsensus notes that Dogecoin has “never deceived” during late-cycle surges, suggesting another major rally could form once broader market strength returns.

However, for investors who do not want to wait for DOGE to complete its slow cyclical breakout, the strongest upside right now comes from low-cap alternatives.

### Dogecoin Weakness Pushes Investors Into Maxi Doge’s High-Growth Presale

Maxi Doge (MAXI) is quickly emerging as one of the best low-cap meme coins to buy right now. It offers traders a fresh alternative to Dogecoin and checks every box for a strong meme project—including humor.

Maxi Doge leans into a loud, high-energy theme built around a gym-lover, leverage-addicted Doge mascot, making it a perfect fit for traders who live on charts and caffeine. The project treats MAXI as a lifestyle token rather than a typical meme coin. It appeals to traders seeking big gains without whale-level capital.

Maxi Doge builds a community focused on shared strategies, fun challenges, trading contests, and a “never skip leg day” mindset. MAXI runs as an ERC-20 token on Ethereum and gives holders access to staking rewards, trading competitions, and partner events with futures platforms.

The project has already raised $4 million, while the token is still priced at only $0.000268. If meme coins remain active, MAXI looks ready to move higher once it lists.

Many crypto analysts have started paying attention to Maxi Doge, which is rare for a new project. Borch Crypto even called MAXI one of the best cryptos to buy for a possible 100x return after launch.

The token also offers strong staking rewards during the presale, giving holders up to 77% APY. Around 9.8 billion tokens are already locked, indicating that many buyers plan to hold long term instead of selling immediately.

With strong staking, growing hype, and steady fundraising, MAXI stands out as one of the most promising meme coin presales in the current market.

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https://bitcoinethereumnews.com/crypto/best-crypto-to-buy-now-as-traders-eye-dogecoin-recovery-following-elon-musks-tweet/

How social media reacted to No. 13 Utah’s win over Baylor

Not everything was pretty for No. 13 Utah in its 55-28 win over Baylor at McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas. The Utes, however, rode the back of multiple long scoring plays to secure another dominant victory, marking their third straight win.

While the game left a bitter taste in some respects, it also provided an enticing glimpse into the future of the Utah offense. Standout performances from players like Byrd Ficklin and Wayshawn Parker highlighted the team’s offensive potential moving forward.

Here’s a sampling of how social media reacted to Utah’s impressive win.
https://sports.yahoo.com/article/social-media-reacted-no-13-040205883.html

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