Michael Hussey was a thorn in England’s side all day as Australia took hold of the First Ashes test in Brisbane.

18 jun Michael Hussey was a thorn in England’s side all day as Australia took hold of the First Ashes test in Brisbane.

» 1 England’s barmy army Former England all-rounder gives his view on day two of the First Test at the Gabba. Michael Hussey was a thorn in England’s side all day as Australia took hold of the First Ashes test in Brisbane. James Anderson was the pick of bowlers with figures of 2-40 in what proved to be a tough day for England’s fielders. Simon Katich also scored well but was caught and bowled by Steve Finn for 50.

Brad Haddin remains at the crease with Katich as rain brought an early finish to proceedings. Australian captain Ricky Ponting was dismissed by James Anderson for just 10. There was much for England to be positive about though as early wickets in tomorrows’ opening session will leave Andrew Strauss’ men in control at the Gabba. » » Eden Hazard is fully focussed on Chelsea and has not discussed a potential move to Real Madrid, according to team-mate Willian.

Blues forward Hazard, whose contract expires in summer 2020, has been heavily linked with a move to Real following the reappointment of Zinedine Zidane as head coach. 2 Willian and Hazard have been playing together since 2013 The 28-year-old has previously described the Spanish club as his “dream” move and labelled former France midfielder Zidane his “idol”. But Willian insists Belgium international Hazard is not allowing his mind to wander.how to use 1xbet bonus

The Brazilian said: “No doubt, he’s focussed here. “He’s never said something about Real Madrid or stuff like this. He just wants to continue to play for Chelsea.” Chelsea are currently in Ukraine preparing for the second leg of their Europa League last-16 tie with Dynamo Kiev 2 Zidane is back in the hot seat at Real Madrid for a second spell While Willian insists Hazard is not distracted, he refused to rule out a potential move for the former Lille man, who arrived at Stamford Bridge in 2012. “First of all, I hope he stays with us.

But in football you never know what can happen,” said Willian, who helped the Blues build a 3-0 aggregate lead by scoring against Dynamo last week. “Of course, Eden is a fantastic player, one of the best players in the world. He’s my friend, one of the best players I’ve played with in my whole career. “I just have to say I hope he stays with us. That’s it.” LATEST CHELSEA NEWS latest Man United target Dutch defender, Spurs to sell Rose and sign Sessegnon ‘i was fed up’ The reason why Chelsea midfielder Jorginho nearly quit football STAYING PUT Gonzalo Higuain will see out his contract at Juventus, agent confirms frank talks Derby looking to take advantage of Chelsea’s delay in appointing Lampard SILVER LINING Ex-Hazard team-mate says losing him not a complete disaster for Chelsea TEAM-UP Lampard could hire Mourinho as ‘adviser’ if he takes Chelsea job, suggests ex-Blue DROG BACK Lampard set for Chelsea job and wants to bring club legend back with him Spanish expedition Rating the 23 players to move from the Premier League to Real Madrid REVEALED Every Premier League team’s most likely signing this summer Starlets Top 50 young players revealed, with Arsenal, Chelsea and Man United featured Good fit ‘Right time’ for Frank Lampard to take Chelsea job, says ex-Blues boss WILL YOU SIGN? Chelsea forward Willian close to agreeing new two-year deal – reports Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri said he was unconcerned by the speculation about Hazard and only wishes to retain players committed to the club. “At the moment, I didn’t speak with Eden about Zidane so I don’t know,” said the Italian. “I am not worried because you know very well my opinion – I want in my team only the players who want to play for Chelsea, so I cannot be worried.” «