Reaction to England squad and Mbappe gets his jab – Tuesday’s sporting social
The best of the day’s social media posts from the sporting world.
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Your support makes all the difference.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.
Former England defender Rio Ferdinand was delighted for one newcomer.
The players reacted.
Chunks was gutted.
Erling Haaland was grateful for picking up the Bundesliga Player of the Year award.
One of Liverpool’s greatest nights.
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.
Germany got their man.
Luka Modric signed a new deal at Real Madrid.
Ismaila Sarr is a man of many talents.
Cricket
Sam Billings loved his return to Kent.
Stuart Broad wanted answers.
Kate Cross returned to action.
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.
Tennis
Let the games begin!
Boxing
Josh Taylor reflected on the best night of his life.
MMA
Khabib Nurmagomedov said hi.
Rugby League
George Williams attempted to clear his name.
John Bateman hit back at the critics.