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Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup kicks off in Abu Dhabi

ABU DHABI: The Jiu-Jitsu President’s Cup 2023 kicked off at the Mubadala Arena in Zayed Sports City on Friday with preliminary round competitions in the U-14 and U-16 divisions showcasing the skills of male and female athletes from various clubs and academies across the UAE. Al-Ain and Sharjah Self-Defense Sports Club secured their place in the finals for U-14 boys, while Baniyas and Sharjah Self-Defense made it to the finals in the girls’ division.

Guardiola says Walker cannot play in City’s current system

MANCHESTER, England: Kyle Walker is set to have only limited game time at Manchester City for the rest of the season because manager Pep Guardiola said the England right back is ill-equipped to play in the team’s new system. Guardiola has been playing a three-man defense, pushing one of the full backs in a central-midfield role alongside Rodri. That has been John Stones in recent weeks, meaning Walker — who isn’t as technically strong on the ball — has mostly been a substitute despite being a key member of City’s success in recent years.

Pep Guardiola reveals doubts over Kyle Walker's future, says he 'cannot' play in Manchester City's current system

Kyle Walker's mysterious absence from the Manchester City starting XI in recent weeks has been explained by manager Pep Guardiola, in brutally honest fashion. Explaining his preference for John Stones on the right side of defence in five of City's last seven matches, Guardiola said «the reason why is tactical.» Ad Expanding on the point, Guardiola continued: «He (Walker) cannot do it. To play inside you have to make some educated movements.» Premier LeagueMan City star Grealish 'felt sick all morning' and at half-time during Liverpool win01/04/2023 AT 15:16 Guardiola was making reference to his tactical tweak of pushing Stones into midfield, alongside Rodri.