Juan Mata bids farewell to Manchester United – Thursday’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 June 2.
Football
Juan Mata became the latest Manchester United player revealed to be leaving Old Trafford this summer.
Juan has a message for us all 🤳❤️#MUFC | @JuanMata8 pic.twitter.com/U0TOFgq8X1
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 2, 2022
Thank you for everything, @JuanMata8 — you'll be missed 🔴#MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) June 2, 2022
Paul Pogba showed solidarity with Jesse Lingard after their exits were announced on Wednesday.
My bro ❤️🤝 🙏🏾 @JesseLingard pic.twitter.com/K5fvKaFqxN
— Paul Pogba (@paulpogba) June 2, 2022
Rio Ferdinand celebrated landing an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list.
It’s an absolute honour to be recognised on the Queens Birthday Honours List 🎖
Growing up in Peckham, I never dreamt this would ever be a possibility so to be recognised with this honour is surreal.
It’s a proud day for me & my family!
Thank You ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Ae6QttYNKV— Rio Ferdinand (@rioferdy5) June 2, 2022
Wales star Gareth Bale was delighted to be given an MBE.
Receiving an MBE in the Queen’s Birthday honours list is a very proud moment for my family and I. To be given this news as we prepare to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee makes it feel even more special.
— Gareth Bale (@GarethBale11) June 2, 2022
Mohamed Salah was coming to terms with Liverpool’s loss in the Champions League final.
I cannot express in words how much we wanted to bring that trophy back to Liverpool but in the end we couldn’t. I cannot thank the fans enough for your support. It has been a very long season but a part of me wishes the next one starts again tomorrow. pic.twitter.com/6ECyIL0AHN
— Mohamed Salah (@MoSalah) June 2, 2022
While the European champions were busy building for next season by signing Antonio Rudiger from Chelsea.
I'm proud to announce that I'll be joining @RealMadrid 🙏🏾💪🏾🙌🏾 I'm super excited for all the challenges ahead and can't wait to play my first games for this huge club. #HalaMadrid #AlwasyBelieve #Hustle pic.twitter.com/zol5Z0NJbe
— Antonio Rüdiger (@ToniRuediger) June 2, 2022
Sergio Aguero toasted Argentina’s victory over Italy in the Finalissima match at Wembley, tweeting: “My brothers. I love you, thanks for sharing this moment with me.”
Mis hermanos , Los amo y gracias por compartir este momento conmigo . 😁❤️ pic.twitter.com/OfYd7VyWdb
— Sergio Kun Aguero (@aguerosergiokun) June 1, 2022
Bastian Schweinsteiger reserved praise for centre-back colossus Giorgio Chiellini despite Italy’s defeat.
It's no secret I've always been a great admirer of Giorgio @chiellini. He‘s a true leader & an incredibly good defender who has never pushed himself to the fore. Yesterday's game was his final one wearing the @Azzurri shirt. What a player, what a career for 🇮🇹. All the best! 👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/GWjKveUjLe
— Bastian Schweinsteiger (@BSchweinsteiger) June 2, 2022
Thanks Bastian for these wonderful words! Really appreciate! 😃 https://t.co/55qBWHMMfo
— Giorgio Chiellini (@chiellini) June 2, 2022
Cricket
Kevin Pietersen wished the new-look England set-up well before the first Test against New Zealand got under way at Lord’s.
The biggest GOOD LUCK to Englands red ball outfit today, as they begin a new era under new leadership.
Bowl fast & straight, play straight and smack it out the ground, catch all your catches! 👊🏽— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) June 2, 2022
If the shoe fits…
🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻 https://t.co/X2wHo5wkVc
— Ben Stokes (@benstokes38) June 2, 2022
…and the cap.
What a moment for Matthew Potts 🤩
He receives his maiden Test cap from former England quick Steve Harmison 🧢#ENGvNZ | #WTC23 pic.twitter.com/vKfPwiCv89— ICC (@ICC) June 2, 2022
Ben Stokes and his team were thinking about former England international Graham Thorpe, who has been unwell, as they stepped out.
Our captain has a message as he walks out for his first toss.
We are all with you, Thorpey ❤️#ENGvNZ pic.twitter.com/frhlvtmU2q— England Cricket (@englandcricket) June 2, 2022
Sam Billings appreciated the Lord’s tribute to the late Shane Warne.
Incredible tribute to Shane Warne during the lunch break 😢
What a man— Sam Billings (@sambillings) June 2, 2022
Tennis
Iga Swiatek was celebrating reaching the final in Paris.
You've earned it, Iga 👍#RolandGarros | @iga_swiatek pic.twitter.com/QaHWSpPxb9
— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2022
See you on Saturday 😊#RolandGarros pic.twitter.com/yCBExyPDvz
— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2022
And Coco Gauff.
The youngest finalist at #RolandGarros since 2001 👏@cocogauff battles past Martina Trevisan 6-3, 6-1 to book a meeting with Iga Swiatek. pic.twitter.com/85F4HNtLRB
— Roland-Garros (@rolandgarros) June 2, 2022
Golf
Bubba Watson shared an injury update.
Whelp! Looks like my knee will keep me out longer than hoped. Having my meniscus repaired tomorrow and should be swinging a club again by fall. It’s the best long term solution so I can keep playing for years to come. I appreciate any prayers y’all wanna send my way! 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/9zd4ujppAl
— bubba watson (@bubbawatson) June 1, 2022
Gridiron
Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers were on the golf course.
W! 🗣@AaronRodgers12 pic.twitter.com/QpyA7ay7Y7
— Tom Brady (@TomBrady) June 2, 2022
