• LIVERPOOL 2020/21 SEASON RATINGS: Jurgen Klopp 5 - The 53-year-old did not cope with the defensive injury crisis. He allowed Dejan Lovren to be sold and not replaced, meaning that the squad was left with just three front-line centre-backs. Then he tried to solve the back-four problems by using midfielders. That affected the balance of the side. Once he deployed dedicated, albeit inexperienced, centre-backs and returned Fabinho to the midfield, things improved. Rival managers came to terms with his tactics and Klopp was slow to adapt. Things got back on track in the last month of the season but even then the team were living on a knife-edge. Getty
    LIVERPOOL 2020/21 SEASON RATINGS: Jurgen Klopp 5 - The 53-year-old did not cope with the defensive injury crisis. He allowed Dejan Lovren to be sold and not replaced, meaning that the squad was left with just three front-line centre-backs. Then he tried to solve the back-four problems by using midfielders. That affected the balance of the side. Once he deployed dedicated, albeit inexperienced, centre-backs and returned Fabinho to the midfield, things improved. Rival managers came to terms with his tactics and Klopp was slow to adapt. Things got back on track in the last month of the season but even then the team were living on a knife-edge. Getty
  • Alisson Becker 7 - The goalkeeper endured a difficult season. He was injured early on and did not exude the same sense of security he displayed in his previous two campaigns. Off the pitch he suffered personal tragedy when his father died in a fishing accident in Brazil. He finished on a high, however, scoring arguably the most important goal of Liverpool’s season, a stoppage time header against West Bromwich Albion that kept the team in Champions League contention. AFP
    Alisson Becker 7 - The goalkeeper endured a difficult season. He was injured early on and did not exude the same sense of security he displayed in his previous two campaigns. Off the pitch he suffered personal tragedy when his father died in a fishing accident in Brazil. He finished on a high, however, scoring arguably the most important goal of Liverpool’s season, a stoppage time header against West Bromwich Albion that kept the team in Champions League contention. AFP
  • Trent Alexander-Arnold 8 - The first item on the agenda of opposition managers is straightforward: ‘Stop Alexander-Arnold.’ How often is a full-back the focus of rival teams’ gameplans? The 22-year-old had some flat performances but he continues to provide much of the creative spark for the side. His defending was pretty good, too, given the insecurity at centre-back. A candidate for the club’s player of the year. Reuters
    Trent Alexander-Arnold 8 - The first item on the agenda of opposition managers is straightforward: ‘Stop Alexander-Arnold.’ How often is a full-back the focus of rival teams’ gameplans? The 22-year-old had some flat performances but he continues to provide much of the creative spark for the side. His defending was pretty good, too, given the insecurity at centre-back. A candidate for the club’s player of the year. Reuters
  • Nathaniel Phillips 6 - Jurgen Klopp was reluctant to use the 24-year-old when the defensive injury crisis hit, preferring to shift Fabinho and even Jordan Henderson into the back line. When Phillips got his chance you could understand the manager’s logic. He is raw and does not have an elite defender’s skillset. Yet the centre-half has shown character and drive to win over his critics. He may not be the long-term answer but he has given everything and emerged with credit. Reuters
    Nathaniel Phillips 6 - Jurgen Klopp was reluctant to use the 24-year-old when the defensive injury crisis hit, preferring to shift Fabinho and even Jordan Henderson into the back line. When Phillips got his chance you could understand the manager’s logic. He is raw and does not have an elite defender’s skillset. Yet the centre-half has shown character and drive to win over his critics. He may not be the long-term answer but he has given everything and emerged with credit. Reuters
  • Rhys Williams 6 - The 19-year-old was given his chance because of injuries and that is a double-edged sword. He has had the opportunity to learn on the job but has been without a senior partner to help guide him through. In this context his progress has been admirable. At times all of his inexperience showed and a season or two developing outside the spotlight will probably do him good. AFP
    Rhys Williams 6 - The 19-year-old was given his chance because of injuries and that is a double-edged sword. He has had the opportunity to learn on the job but has been without a senior partner to help guide him through. In this context his progress has been admirable. At times all of his inexperience showed and a season or two developing outside the spotlight will probably do him good. AFP
  • Andrew Robertson 7 - The Scot suffered from a concerted attempt by Liverpool’s opponents to shut down the crossing threat from the full backs. His rampaging runs forward were not as effective as in the previous couple of seasons. Nevertheless, the 27-year-old did not let it affect his work ethic. He was as industrious and competitive as ever. No cause is ever completely lost when Robertson is on the pitch. AFP
    Andrew Robertson 7 - The Scot suffered from a concerted attempt by Liverpool’s opponents to shut down the crossing threat from the full backs. His rampaging runs forward were not as effective as in the previous couple of seasons. Nevertheless, the 27-year-old did not let it affect his work ethic. He was as industrious and competitive as ever. No cause is ever completely lost when Robertson is on the pitch. AFP
  • Fabinho 8 - The Brazilian was superb when drafted into defence as the centre-back injuries piled up but his absence from the midfield hurt the side. That showed when he returned to a more natural position and the team improved immeasurably. At his best the 27-year-old sets the tempo, gets the ball forward quickly and breaks up danger. He put the team before his personal interests and did the dirty work when asked. Getty
    Fabinho 8 - The Brazilian was superb when drafted into defence as the centre-back injuries piled up but his absence from the midfield hurt the side. That showed when he returned to a more natural position and the team improved immeasurably. At his best the 27-year-old sets the tempo, gets the ball forward quickly and breaks up danger. He put the team before his personal interests and did the dirty work when asked. Getty
  • Thiago Alcantara 7 - The 30-year-old ended the season well but took a long time to grow into his role after arriving from Bayern Munich last year. His passing ability has never been in question but even now he is lagging a little behind the pace of the Premier League. Even experienced campaigners need time to adjust to English football and every sign suggests Thiago will be significantly better next season. Getty
    Thiago Alcantara 7 - The 30-year-old ended the season well but took a long time to grow into his role after arriving from Bayern Munich last year. His passing ability has never been in question but even now he is lagging a little behind the pace of the Premier League. Even experienced campaigners need time to adjust to English football and every sign suggests Thiago will be significantly better next season. Getty
  • Georginio Wijnaldum 7 - The Dutchman’s contribution to the team has often gone unnoticed but he has always provided a crucial element of balance to the side. Colleagues benefit from the effort put in by the 30-year-old. The knock-on impact of injuries at the back meant the midfield was frequently disjointed. Wijnaldum worked to find some coherence and was not always successful this season. Liverpool will miss him when he’s gone. Reuters
    Georginio Wijnaldum 7 - The Dutchman’s contribution to the team has often gone unnoticed but he has always provided a crucial element of balance to the side. Colleagues benefit from the effort put in by the 30-year-old. The knock-on impact of injuries at the back meant the midfield was frequently disjointed. Wijnaldum worked to find some coherence and was not always successful this season. Liverpool will miss him when he’s gone. Reuters
  • Mohamed Salah 9 - Strikers who score 30 times in a season are rare. Goalscorers who visibly unnerve defences are even more unusual. Opponents cannot switch off for a moment when the Egyptian is on the pitch. Even in matches when he does not score, he creates space and opportunity for his teammates. His frustration shows when things are not working out but this is an indication of his will to win. Getty
    Mohamed Salah 9 - Strikers who score 30 times in a season are rare. Goalscorers who visibly unnerve defences are even more unusual. Opponents cannot switch off for a moment when the Egyptian is on the pitch. Even in matches when he does not score, he creates space and opportunity for his teammates. His frustration shows when things are not working out but this is an indication of his will to win. Getty
  • Roberto Firmino 5 - The Brazilian finished the season with some of his old flourish but for much of the campaign he was sub-par. His confidence appeared to be low and although his movement was still good, his ability to knit together attacks faltered. The 29-year-old is another who has suffered from rival sides coming to terms with Liverpool’s style of play. He will need to adapt or his place in the team will be under threat. Getty
    Roberto Firmino 5 - The Brazilian finished the season with some of his old flourish but for much of the campaign he was sub-par. His confidence appeared to be low and although his movement was still good, his ability to knit together attacks faltered. The 29-year-old is another who has suffered from rival sides coming to terms with Liverpool’s style of play. He will need to adapt or his place in the team will be under threat. Getty
  • Sadio Mane 7 - The Senegalese rarely hit the expected heights during the campaign and for long stretches looked weary. He told a French TV channel this month that it was the “worst season of my career.” His exasperation has been clear at times but his efforts have not slackened. Certainly, Salah should be grateful for his presence. Mane stretches defences and they have to account for him at all times. Getty
    Sadio Mane 7 - The Senegalese rarely hit the expected heights during the campaign and for long stretches looked weary. He told a French TV channel this month that it was the “worst season of my career.” His exasperation has been clear at times but his efforts have not slackened. Certainly, Salah should be grateful for his presence. Mane stretches defences and they have to account for him at all times. Getty
  • Diogo Jota 7 - The Portuguese had a sensational start to his Anfield career and provided a fourth option up front. A knee injury in December slowed his progress and by the time he returned the season had spun out of control. There were many positive signs during his truncated campaign and even though there is work to be done to get him fully integrated into the team, Liverpool can be optimistic about the 24-year-old’s future impact. AFP
    Diogo Jota 7 - The Portuguese had a sensational start to his Anfield career and provided a fourth option up front. A knee injury in December slowed his progress and by the time he returned the season had spun out of control. There were many positive signs during his truncated campaign and even though there is work to be done to get him fully integrated into the team, Liverpool can be optimistic about the 24-year-old’s future impact. AFP
  • James Milner 6 - The 35-year is a model of consistency. He slots in anywhere his manager asks and was particularly effective off the substitutes’ bench to shore up the team. Age is beginning to catch up with him but his experience is invaluable. He will increasingly become a bit-part player and he is not the man to call on for a flash of creative genius but Milner is always primed for battle. AFP
    James Milner 6 - The 35-year is a model of consistency. He slots in anywhere his manager asks and was particularly effective off the substitutes’ bench to shore up the team. Age is beginning to catch up with him but his experience is invaluable. He will increasingly become a bit-part player and he is not the man to call on for a flash of creative genius but Milner is always primed for battle. AFP
  • Curtis Jones 6 - The 20-year-old brings something different in midfield. He is prepared to run at defences. His energy is boundless. The downside is that he is still developing his ability to judge situations on the pitch and he has made poor choices on occasion. The Scouser has not been helped by the constant changes in midfield. In a more settled side with a more defined role he will thrive. He was good this season but will get much better. Reuters
    Curtis Jones 6 - The 20-year-old brings something different in midfield. He is prepared to run at defences. His energy is boundless. The downside is that he is still developing his ability to judge situations on the pitch and he has made poor choices on occasion. The Scouser has not been helped by the constant changes in midfield. In a more settled side with a more defined role he will thrive. He was good this season but will get much better. Reuters
  • Jordan Henderson 7 - The captain is not the most flamboyant midfielder but his combination of leadership, nous and workrate make him one of the most important players in the side. The groin injury in February that ended his campaign was a huge blow. He is 31 next month and may see less playing time as Klopp rejigs his tactics next season but he remains one of Liverpool’s standout characters. Reuters
    Jordan Henderson 7 - The captain is not the most flamboyant midfielder but his combination of leadership, nous and workrate make him one of the most important players in the side. The groin injury in February that ended his campaign was a huge blow. He is 31 next month and may see less playing time as Klopp rejigs his tactics next season but he remains one of Liverpool’s standout characters. Reuters
  • Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain 5 - His season did not get started until December and then never really got going. Despite all the shuffling in midfield, he was largely consigned to the bench. More than most, Oxlade-Chamberlain needed playing time. Instead he had to make do with late cameos. It is most likely he will exit Anfield this summer. The suspicion is that even after this difficult campaign any buyer would get a bargain. Getty
    Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain 5 - His season did not get started until December and then never really got going. Despite all the shuffling in midfield, he was largely consigned to the bench. More than most, Oxlade-Chamberlain needed playing time. Instead he had to make do with late cameos. It is most likely he will exit Anfield this summer. The suspicion is that even after this difficult campaign any buyer would get a bargain. Getty
  • Naby Keita 3 - In a season of many disappointments, Keita was close to the top. He has been at Anfield for three years and has struggled with the physicality of English football. This had to be his year. It was not. The worst moment came in the away leg against Real Madrid when he was substituted three minutes before half time. That did not seal his fate but the 26-year-old has never lived up to expectations. A summer departure would be no shock. AFP
    Naby Keita 3 - In a season of many disappointments, Keita was close to the top. He has been at Anfield for three years and has struggled with the physicality of English football. This had to be his year. It was not. The worst moment came in the away leg against Real Madrid when he was substituted three minutes before half time. That did not seal his fate but the 26-year-old has never lived up to expectations. A summer departure would be no shock. AFP
  • Joel Matip 5 - When he was on the pitch the 29-year-old played well. The problem is that it is impossible to rely on the centre-back for any length of time. Liverpool were foolish to let the transfer window close with only three front-line central defenders and Matip was the least secure of that trio by a long shot. You don’t have to be top class to contribute, you just need to be fit. For long stretches the centre-back was neither. Getty
    Joel Matip 5 - When he was on the pitch the 29-year-old played well. The problem is that it is impossible to rely on the centre-back for any length of time. Liverpool were foolish to let the transfer window close with only three front-line central defenders and Matip was the least secure of that trio by a long shot. You don’t have to be top class to contribute, you just need to be fit. For long stretches the centre-back was neither. Getty
  • Xherdan Shaqiri 4 - The Swiss was never going to start on a regular basis. He is not good enough to break into the front line and does not fit into the midfield. The best he could hope for was coming off the bench. When he was picked in the first XI, he did not show enough to retain his place. Off the bench he was busy but mostly ineffective. He is among of number of the squad who should have been offloaded last summer. Getty
    Xherdan Shaqiri 4 - The Swiss was never going to start on a regular basis. He is not good enough to break into the front line and does not fit into the midfield. The best he could hope for was coming off the bench. When he was picked in the first XI, he did not show enough to retain his place. Off the bench he was busy but mostly ineffective. He is among of number of the squad who should have been offloaded last summer. Getty
  • Ozan Kabak 5 - The Turk was one of the late-January defensive panic buys. Ben Davies, a centre-back who arrived the same week, was mere window dressing and has not played a game. Kabak got his chance. At first he looked as if he was in over his head but he improved. It is arguable whether he has sufficient class to develop enough to fill Liverpool’s needs but he is only 21. He did enough to suggest there might be scope for growth. AFP
    Ozan Kabak 5 - The Turk was one of the late-January defensive panic buys. Ben Davies, a centre-back who arrived the same week, was mere window dressing and has not played a game. Kabak got his chance. At first he looked as if he was in over his head but he improved. It is arguable whether he has sufficient class to develop enough to fill Liverpool’s needs but he is only 21. He did enough to suggest there might be scope for growth. AFP
  • Divock Origi 3 - Another of those players who overstayed their welcome at Anfield. The Belgian should have been a classic ‘Plan-B’ centre forward but his abilities never matched the level of his teammates. His tendency to slow down attacking play meant his arrival on the pitch felt more like throwing in the towel than throwing on a goal threat. He probably should have been offloaded after his goal in the 2019 Champions League final. This summer will see his exit. Getty
    Divock Origi 3 - Another of those players who overstayed their welcome at Anfield. The Belgian should have been a classic ‘Plan-B’ centre forward but his abilities never matched the level of his teammates. His tendency to slow down attacking play meant his arrival on the pitch felt more like throwing in the towel than throwing on a goal threat. He probably should have been offloaded after his goal in the 2019 Champions League final. This summer will see his exit. Getty
  • Joe Gomez 4 - It was a huge blow when the 24-year-old picked up a long-term injury on England duty in November. He had not had the finest start to the season – he was awful in the 7-2 defeat by Aston Villa at Villa Park – but his partnership with Van Dijk during the title-winning campaign was very solid. This is his second serious knee injury – he suffered cruciate damage five years ago. That is not good for a player who is so young. Reuters
    Joe Gomez 4 - It was a huge blow when the 24-year-old picked up a long-term injury on England duty in November. He had not had the finest start to the season – he was awful in the 7-2 defeat by Aston Villa at Villa Park – but his partnership with Van Dijk during the title-winning campaign was very solid. This is his second serious knee injury – he suffered cruciate damage five years ago. That is not good for a player who is so young. Reuters
  • Neco Williams 5 - The 20-year-old experienced some tough times when he was drafted into the team. The right-back has lots of promise but was thrown into the side too early in his development. Even so, he showed signs that he could grow into the role. He will improve for the experience but is not ready for regular first-team action at this stage of his career. AFP
    Neco Williams 5 - The 20-year-old experienced some tough times when he was drafted into the team. The right-back has lots of promise but was thrown into the side too early in his development. Even so, he showed signs that he could grow into the role. He will improve for the experience but is not ready for regular first-team action at this stage of his career. AFP
  • Virgil van Dijk 5 - The injury to the Dutchman in October was a turning point for the season but assuming his return will be a panacea for Liverpool’s problems requires a leap of faith. The centre-back was on the pitch for the 7-2 defeat by Aston Villa and the team’s problems in 2021 ran deeper than the injuries. He will be 30 by the time the new campaign kicks off and Klopp needs Van Dijk to be somewhere near his best when the action starts anew. PA
    Virgil van Dijk 5 - The injury to the Dutchman in October was a turning point for the season but assuming his return will be a panacea for Liverpool’s problems requires a leap of faith. The centre-back was on the pitch for the 7-2 defeat by Aston Villa and the team’s problems in 2021 ran deeper than the injuries. He will be 30 by the time the new campaign kicks off and Klopp needs Van Dijk to be somewhere near his best when the action starts anew. PA
  • Adrian 3 - The Spaniard stood in for Alisson when the Brazilian was injured in the early part of the season and it became obvious that he was not up to the task. Since then the 34-year-old has been marginalised. He will be moved on swiftly in the summer. Reuters
    Adrian 3 - The Spaniard stood in for Alisson when the Brazilian was injured in the early part of the season and it became obvious that he was not up to the task. Since then the 34-year-old has been marginalised. He will be moved on swiftly in the summer. Reuters
  • Caoimhín Kelleher 6 - The 22-year-old stepped up when Alisson was injured and leapfrogged Adrian for the role of second-choice goalkeeper. The Irishman proved a good shot-stopper, was composed on the ball and displayed few nerves. Klopp no longer needs to panic when Alisson gets a twinge. AFP
    Caoimhín Kelleher 6 - The 22-year-old stepped up when Alisson was injured and leapfrogged Adrian for the role of second-choice goalkeeper. The Irishman proved a good shot-stopper, was composed on the ball and displayed few nerves. Klopp no longer needs to panic when Alisson gets a twinge. AFP
  • Konstantinos Tsimikas 3 - The Greek was brought in to provide back-up for Robertson but has hardly been seen, even though the Scot has looked exhausted. It can take Klopp a long time to trust players – Robertson hardly got a look-in for his first five months at Anfield – but the 25-year-old has had suspiciously little action. The only conclusion is that the manager thinks he is not good enough. Getty
    Konstantinos Tsimikas 3 - The Greek was brought in to provide back-up for Robertson but has hardly been seen, even though the Scot has looked exhausted. It can take Klopp a long time to trust players – Robertson hardly got a look-in for his first five months at Anfield – but the 25-year-old has had suspiciously little action. The only conclusion is that the manager thinks he is not good enough. Getty

Football

Liverpool 2020/21 season ratings: Mohamed Salah 9, Jurgen Klopp 5, Roberto Firmino 5

A season of struggles for Jurgen Klopp's side before a late rally in the Premier League

Tony Evans

May 25, 2021

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Liverpool were top of the table in December before the wheels came off their Premier League defence.

Injuries, particularly to first-choice defensive pairing Virgil van Dijk and Joe Gomez, took their toll and Jurgen Klopp's side really started to struggle.

The 7-2 defeat at Aston Villa in October - the heaviest loss suffered by any reigning Premier League champions - proved to be an omen for what lay ahead.

A horrible run of six defeats at Anfield between January and March - including against relegated Fulham and arch rivals Everton - saw the Reds slip down the table.

A 3-1 drubbing at Real Madrid was the end of their Champions League hopes at the quart-final stage, and a League Cup penalty shootout loss to Arsenal and FA Cup reverse at Manchester United meant a trophyless season.

However, a welcome change in Premier League form saw Liverpool sneak back into the top four, and their place in next season's Champions League was confirmed with a victory over Crystal Palace on the final day of the season.

Above is a picture gallery of the Liverpool squad who played five games or more and their ratings for the 2020/21 season. To move on to the next picture, simply click on the arrows or scroll through on your device.

PFA Team of the Year: David de Gea, Kyle Walker, Jan Vertonghen, Nicolas Otamendi, Marcos Alonso, David Silva, Kevin De Bruyne, Christian Eriksen, Harry Kane, Mohamed Salah, Sergio Aguero

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All times UAE ( 4 GMT)

Friday
Saint-Etienne v Montpellier (10.45pm)

Saturday
Monaco v Caen (7pm)
Amiens v Bordeaux (10pm)
Angers v Toulouse (10pm)
Metz v Dijon (10pm)
Nantes v Guingamp (10pm)
Rennes v Lille (10pm)

Sunday
Nice v Strasbourg (5pm)
Troyes v Lyon (7pm)
Marseille v Paris Saint-Germain (11pm)

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Milestones on the road to union

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October 26: Bahrain withdraws from a proposal to create a federation of nine with the seven Trucial States and Qatar. 

December: Ahmed Al Suwaidi visits New York to discuss potential UN membership.

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March 1:  Alex Douglas Hume, Conservative foreign secretary confirms that Britain will leave the Gulf and “strongly supports” the creation of a Union of Arab Emirates.

July 12: Historic meeting at which Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid make a binding agreement to create what will become the UAE.

July 18: It is announced that the UAE will be formed from six emirates, with a proposed constitution signed. RAK is not yet part of the agreement.

August 6:  The fifth anniversary of Sheikh Zayed becoming Ruler of Abu Dhabi, with official celebrations deferred until later in the year.

August 15: Bahrain becomes independent.

September 3: Qatar becomes independent.

November 23-25: Meeting with Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Rashid and senior British officials to fix December 2 as date of creation of the UAE.

November 29:  At 5.30pm Iranian forces seize the Greater and Lesser Tunbs by force.

November 30: Despite  a power sharing agreement, Tehran takes full control of Abu Musa. 

November 31: UK officials visit all six participating Emirates to formally end the Trucial States treaties

December 2: 11am, Dubai. New Supreme Council formally elects Sheikh Zayed as President. Treaty of Friendship signed with the UK. 11.30am. Flag raising ceremony at Union House and Al Manhal Palace in Abu Dhabi witnessed by Sheikh Khalifa, then Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi.

December 6: Arab League formally admits the UAE. The first British Ambassador presents his credentials to Sheikh Zayed.

December 9: UAE joins the United Nations.

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Traits of Chinese zodiac animals

Tiger:independent, successful, volatile
Rat:witty, creative, charming
Ox:diligent, perseverent, conservative
Rabbit:gracious, considerate, sensitive
Dragon:prosperous, brave, rash
Snake:calm, thoughtful, stubborn
Horse:faithful, energetic, carefree
Sheep:easy-going, peacemaker, curious
Monkey:family-orientated, clever, playful
Rooster:honest, confident, pompous
Dog:loyal, kind, perfectionist
Boar:loving, tolerant, indulgent   

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Paatal Lok season two

Directors: Avinash Arun, Prosit Roy 

Stars: Jaideep Ahlawat, Ishwak Singh, Lc Sekhose, Merenla Imsong

Rating: 4.5/5

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Two products to make at home

Toilet cleaner

1 cup baking soda 

1 cup castile soap

10-20 drops of lemon essential oil (or another oil of your choice) 

Method:

1. Mix the baking soda and castile soap until you get a nice consistency.

2. Add the essential oil to the mix.

Air Freshener

100ml water 

5 drops of the essential oil of your choice (note: lavender is a nice one for this) 

Method:

1. Add water and oil to spray bottle to store.

2. Shake well before use. 

While you're here
Her most famous song

Aghadan Alqak (Would I Ever Find You Again)?

Would I ever find you again
You, the heaven of my love, my yearning and madness;
You, the kiss to my soul, my cheer and
sadness?
Would your lights ever break the night of my eyes again?
Would I ever find you again?
This world is volume and you're the notion,
This world is night and you're the lifetime,
This world is eyes and you're the vision,
This world is sky and you're the moon time,
Have mercy on the heart that belongs to you.

Lyrics: Al Hadi Adam; Composer: Mohammed Abdel Wahab

While you're here
Ovo's tips to find extra heat
  • Open your curtains when it’s sunny 
  • Keep your oven open after cooking  
  • Have a cuddle with pets and loved ones to help stay cosy 
  • Eat ginger but avoid chilli as it makes you sweat 
  • Put on extra layers  
  • Do a few star jumps  
  • Avoid alcohol   
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U19 World Cup in South Africa

Group A: India, Japan, New Zealand, Sri Lanka

Group B: Australia, England, Nigeria, West Indies

Group C: Bangladesh, Pakistan, Scotland, Zimbabwe

Group D: Afghanistan, Canada, South Africa, UAE

UAE fixtures

Saturday, January 18, v Canada

Wednesday, January 22, v Afghanistan

Saturday, January 25, v South Africa

UAE squad

Aryan Lakra (captain), Vriitya Aravind, Deshan Chethyia, Mohammed Farazuddin, Jonathan Figy, Osama Hassan, Karthik Meiyappan, Rishabh Mukherjee, Ali Naseer, Wasi Shah, Alishan Sharafu, Sanchit Sharma, Kai Smith, Akasha Tahir, Ansh Tandon

While you're here
The specs: Macan Turbo

Engine: Dual synchronous electric motors
Power: 639hp
Torque: 1,130Nm
Transmission: Single-speed automatic
Touring range: 591km
Price: From Dh412,500
On sale: Deliveries start in October

Profile

Name: Carzaty

Founders: Marwan Chaar and Hassan Jaffar

Launched: 2017

Employees: 22

Based: Dubai and Muscat

Sector: Automobile retail

Funding to date: $5.5 million

ESSENTIALS

The flights 
Emirates, Etihad and Swiss fly direct from the UAE to Zurich from Dh2,855 return, including taxes.
 

The chalet
Chalet N is currently open in winter only, between now and April 21. During the ski season, starting on December 11, a week’s rental costs from €210,000 (Dh898,431) per week for the whole property, which has 22 beds in total, across six suites, three double rooms and a children’s suite. The price includes all scheduled meals, a week’s ski pass, Wi-Fi, parking, transfers between Munich, Innsbruck or Zurich airports and one 50-minute massage per person. Private ski lessons cost from €360 (Dh1,541) per day. Halal food is available on request.

The Specs

Engine 3.8-litre, twin-turbo V8

Transmission: eight-speed automatic

Power: 582bhp (542bhp in GTS model)

Torque: 730Nm

Price: Dh649,000 (Dh549,000 for GTS) 

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