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 January 9.FootballGareth Bale announced his retirement from football.RecommendedCharity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aideUkraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow liveTributes were paid to Bale from around football.Kylian Mbappe – and Gary Lineker – backed Zinedine Zidane after French Football Federation president Noel Le Graet’s “disrespect”.Arsenal’s “Never Red” campaign against knife crime returned in the FA Cup.Southampton put their new signing through his paces.A familiar name celebrated the start of his Stoke career.CricketKevin Pietersen was back in South Africa.American footballDamar Hamlin enjoyed his Buffalo Bills side’s win over the New England Patriots.Kick return hero Nyheim Hines paid tribute to his ‘dawg’.JJ Watt could not find the words as he retired.DartsRecommendedErik ten Hag ‘annoyed’ at Arsenal loss as he urges Man United to ‘change mentality’Brendan Rodgers sees his long-term future at LeicesterPep Guardiola: Touchline bust-up with Mikel Arteta could happen sooner or laterGerwyn Price had his ear defenders with him.More aboutPA ReadyGareth BaleGary LinekerArsenalGerwyn PriceWalesTottenham HotspurOneSouthampton FcSpursSon Heung-minRafael Van Der VaartPremier LeagueZinedine ZidaneUEFALAFCSouth AfricaFrench Football FederationTheo HernandezFranceStoke1/1Gareth Bale announces retirement from football – Monday’s sporting social Gareth Bale announces retirement from football – Monday’s sporting socialGareth Bale has hung up his football boots (Nick Potts/PA)PA Wire ✕Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this articleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.SubscribeAlready subscribed? Log inMost PopularPopular videos Sponsored FeaturesVoucher CodesNike Discount CodeExtra 10% Nike discount code for studentsFootasylum Discount Code20% off selected items with this Footasylum discount codeNew Balance Discount Code15% off when you sign up - New Balance newsletter discountVery Discount CodeExtra 20% off selected fashion and sportswear at VeryQVC discount codeAt least 15% off beauty items at QVCIndy / CompareCompare UK Broadband DealsCompare broadband packages side by side to find the best deal for youCheap Broadband Deals 2023Compare cheap broadband deals from providers with fastest speed in your areaFibre Broadband Deals January 2023All you need to know about fibre broadbandBest Apple iPhone Deals in the UK January 2023Compare iPhone contract deals and get the best offer this JanuaryCompare Mobile Phone DealsCompare the best mobile phone deals from the top networks and brands Get in touchContact usJobs Our ProductsSubscribeRegisterNewslettersInstall our appArchiveOther publicationsInternational editionsIndependent en EspañolIndependent ArabiaIndependent TurkishIndependent PersianIndependent UrduEvening StandardNovaya GazetaExtrasPuzzlesAll topicsVoucher codesCompareIndependent AdvertisingSyndicationWorking at The IndependentLegalCode of conduct and complaintsContributorsCookie policyPrivacy noticeUser policiesModern Slavery Act Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inCloseUK EditionChangeUS EditionAsia EditionEdición en EspañolSubscribe{{indy.truncatedName}}Log in / Register {{#items}}{{#stampSmall}}{{/stampSmall}}{{#stampClimate}}{{/stampClimate}}{{#stampPremium}}{{/stampPremium}}{{title}}{{#desc}}{{desc}}{{/desc}}{{#children}}{{title}}{{/children}}{{/items}}Indy100Crosswords & PuzzlesMost CommentedNewslettersAsk Me AnythingVirtual EventsCoursesVouchersCompare✕Log inEmail addressPasswordEmail and password don't matchSubmitForgotten your password?New to The Independent?RegisterOr if you would prefer:SIGN IN WITH GOOGLEWant an ad-free experience?View offersThis site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy notice and Terms of service apply.Hi {{indy.fullName}}My Independent Premium Account details Help centre Logout @keyframes spin{0%{transform:rotate(0)}to{transform:rotate(1turn)}} Stake
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 January 9.FootballGareth Bale announced his retirement from football.RecommendedCharity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aideUkraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow liveTributes were paid to Bale from around football.Kylian Mbappe – and Gary Lineker – backed Zinedine Zidane after French Football Federation president Noel Le Graet’s “disrespect”.Arsenal’s “Never Red” campaign against knife crime returned in the FA Cup.Southampton put their new signing through his paces.A familiar name celebrated the start of his Stoke career.CricketKevin Pietersen was back in South Africa.American footballDamar Hamlin enjoyed his Buffalo Bills side’s win over the New England Patriots.Kick return hero Nyheim Hines paid tribute to his ‘dawg’.JJ Watt could not find the words as he retired.DartsRecommendedErik ten Hag ‘annoyed’ at Arsenal loss as he urges Man United to ‘change mentality’Brendan Rodgers sees his long-term future at LeicesterPep Guardiola: Touchline bust-up with Mikel Arteta could happen sooner or laterGerwyn Price had his ear defenders with him.More aboutPA ReadyGareth BaleGary LinekerArsenalGerwyn PriceWalesTottenham HotspurOneSouthampton FcSpursSon Heung-minRafael Van Der VaartPremier LeagueZinedine ZidaneUEFALAFCSouth AfricaFrench Football FederationTheo HernandezFranceStoke1/1Gareth Bale announces retirement from football – Monday’s sporting social Gareth Bale announces retirement from football – Monday’s sporting socialGareth Bale has hung up his football boots (Nick Potts/PA)PA Wire ✕Subscribe to Independent Premium to bookmark this articleWant to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Premium subscription today.SubscribeAlready subscribed? Log inMost PopularPopular videos Sponsored FeaturesVoucher CodesNike Discount CodeExtra 10% Nike discount code for studentsFootasylum Discount Code20% off selected items with this Footasylum discount codeNew Balance Discount Code15% off when you sign up - New Balance newsletter discountVery Discount CodeExtra 20% off selected fashion and sportswear at VeryQVC discount codeAt least 15% off beauty items at QVCIndy / CompareCompare UK Broadband DealsCompare broadband packages side by side to find the best deal for youCheap Broadband Deals 2023Compare cheap broadband deals from providers with fastest speed in your areaFibre Broadband Deals January 2023All you need to know about fibre broadbandBest Apple iPhone Deals in the UK January 2023Compare iPhone contract deals and get the best offer this JanuaryCompare Mobile Phone DealsCompare the best mobile phone deals from the top networks and brands Get in touchContact usJobs Our ProductsSubscribeRegisterNewslettersInstall our appArchiveOther publicationsInternational editionsIndependent en EspañolIndependent ArabiaIndependent TurkishIndependent PersianIndependent UrduEvening StandardNovaya GazetaExtrasPuzzlesAll topicsVoucher codesCompareIndependent AdvertisingSyndicationWorking at The IndependentLegalCode of conduct and complaintsContributorsCookie policyPrivacy noticeUser policiesModern Slavery Act Thank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inCloseUK EditionChangeUS EditionAsia EditionEdición en EspañolSubscribe{{indy.truncatedName}}Log in / Register {{#items}}{{#stampSmall}}{{/stampSmall}}{{#stampClimate}}{{/stampClimate}}{{#stampPremium}}{{/stampPremium}}{{title}}{{#desc}}{{desc}}{{/desc}}{{#children}}{{title}}{{/children}}{{/items}}Indy100Crosswords & PuzzlesMost CommentedNewslettersAsk Me AnythingVirtual EventsCoursesVouchersCompare✕Log inEmail addressPasswordEmail and password don't matchSubmitForgotten your password?New to The Independent?RegisterOr if you would prefer:SIGN IN WITH GOOGLEWant an ad-free experience?View offersThis site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy notice and Terms of service apply.Hi {{indy.fullName}}My Independent Premium Account details Help centre Logout @keyframes spin{0%{transform:rotate(0)}to{transform:rotate(1turn)}} Warriors