Messi’s Maradona love and Hamilton misses England – Wednesday’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 November 4.
Football
Lionel Messi wished Diego Maradona “all the strength in the world” and sent him “a hug from the heart”.
A post shared by Leo Messi (@leomessi) on Nov 4, 2020 at 5:41am PST
A must watch.
Me and Robbo. Our own IGTV series. Episode 1 drops tomorrow. #Wingmen
A post shared by Trent Alexander-Arnold (@trentarnold66) on Nov 4, 2020 at 7:58am PST
Sergio Ramos celebrated his 100th Real Madrid goal.
1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ × #HalaMadrid pic.twitter.com/zhp71gFJK2
— Sergio Ramos (@SergioRamos) November 4, 2020
FIFA wished Luis Figo a happy 48th birthday.
🎁 Happy birthday, @LuisFigo!
🏆 Did you know he won the #U20WC in 1991 with @selecaoportugal on home soil? 🇵🇹 pic.twitter.com/deuGcngklv
— FIFA.com (@FIFAcom) November 4, 2020
There was also a birthday in the Mourinho household.
My baby girl is 24 today 🎂❤️🥂❤️
A post shared by Jose Mourinho (@josemourinho) on Nov 4, 2020 at 12:39am PST
Jose was in good spirits on the training putch.
The boss 👊#UEL ⚪️ #COYS pic.twitter.com/isZGJB5IJD
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) November 4, 2020
Mesut Ozil continued to work hard despite his Arsenal omission.
Stay dedicated. #gymsession #M1Ö pic.twitter.com/kwWBtRTHRM
— Mesut Özil (@MesutOzil1088) November 4, 2020
David Beckham shared an insight into the time he spent with the Chelsea Pensioners this week.
A post shared by David Beckham (@davidbeckham) on Nov 4, 2020 at 1:03am PST
Christian Fuchs and Luke Ayling discussed the latter’s dive.
Penalty all day 😳🤦🏼♂️. Top man mate. All the best for the rest of the season 💙💙 https://t.co/zwWxiZr4Fn
— Luke Ayling (@lukeayling_8) November 4, 2020
Wilfried Zaha felt the cold.
Temperature drop ❄️ pic.twitter.com/1QxJjb4EE6
— Wilfried Zaha (@wilfriedzaha) November 4, 2020
Sergio Aguero built up his fitness.
A post shared by Sergio Leonel Agüero (@kunaguero) on Nov 4, 2020 at 8:58am PST
Glen Johnson reminisced about being allowed to play golf whenever he wanted.
unfortunatley will not be doing this for a while #goodtimes #golf #lads pic.twitter.com/CzBNgvkDDi
— Glen Johnson (@glen_johnson) November 4, 2020
What an achievement!
A post shared by England football team (@england) on Nov 4, 2020 at 12:37am PST
An amazing feat from James Coppinger, too.
They all count, @Coppinger26!
2005 ⚽️✅2006 ⚽️✅2007 ⚽️✅2008 ⚽️✅2009 ⚽️✅2010 ⚽️✅2011 ⚽️✅2012 ⚽️✅2013 ⚽️✅2014 ⚽️✅2015 ⚽️✅2016 ⚽️✅2017 ⚽️✅2018 ⚽️✅2019 ⚽️✅2020 ⚽️✅
A goal in every league season since 2005!#EFL | @drfc_officialpic.twitter.com/znhEyBLmpL
— EFL (@EFL) November 4, 2020
Formula One
Lewis Hamilton revealed he misses England.
Cricket
The IPL was over for Jos Buttler and Jofra Archer.
A huge thank you to everyone involved with @rajasthanroyals.
A frustrating season on the pitch but many more great friendships and memories made and a special family atmosphere.
We will reflect, improve and go again! pic.twitter.com/8J1GX7HDCX
— Jos Buttler (@josbuttler) November 4, 2020
Thank you @rajasthanroyals for making this year a special one 💗 pic.twitter.com/sapqkeFGOu
— Jofra Archer (@JofraArcher) November 4, 2020
Eoin Morgan visited Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Lovely morning in the beautiful Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque 🕌
A post shared by Eoin Morgan (@eoinmorgan16) on Nov 4, 2020 at 1:27am PST
Sam Curran finally chilled with his girlfriend.
2 months later – Chill time with Is☀️ 🎉
A post shared by S A M C U R R A N (@samcurran58) on Nov 4, 2020 at 5:12am PST
Virat Kohli will have Pep Guardiola in his corner soon.
🗣️ "I want to learn your game. Promise me it's going to happen!"@ManCity manager Pep Guardiola is determined to learn about cricket from one of the best, Virat Kohli 🏏
🎥 @cornerstoneway pic.twitter.com/X6r1oHUjEg
— ICC (@ICC) November 4, 2020
Ollie Pope said goodbye to Surrey team-mate Morne Morkel.
Sad to see @mornemorkel65 leaving the club. One of the greats🙌🏻 pic.twitter.com/BeTqYWlEV2
— Ollie Pope (@OPope32) November 4, 2020
Darren Gough and Kevin Pietersen teed it up.
A post shared by Darren Gough MBE (@darrengough44) on Nov 4, 2020 at 5:11am PST
The perfect weather in Dubai for golf and @dubaicreekgolf it’s soooo good! #PlayWell #SwingWell
A post shared by Kevin Pietersen 🦏 (@kp24) on Nov 4, 2020 at 6:08am PST
Swimming
Sharron Davies stayed up for the US election.
Well ‘hello’ to all those staying up To watch & those working shifts thru the night too pic.twitter.com/5kKRM65pew
— Sharron Davies MBE (@sharrond62) November 4, 2020
MMA
Conor McGregor as humble as ever.
A post shared by Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) on Nov 3, 2020 at 11:24pm PST
Crushing the kick pad. #BetWhenIGetcha
A post shared by Conor McGregor Official (@thenotoriousmma) on Nov 4, 2020 at 7:38am PST
Tennis
A beautiful workout setting.
Sunset Workout for a Good Night Sleep🌅🌌 pic.twitter.com/ZUrVbmuyYQ
— Belinda Bencic (@BelindaBencic) November 4, 2020