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The Manchester United Lineup That Should Start Against Crystal Palace

Manchester United missed the opportunity to jump ahead of both Chelsea and Leicester in the hunt for Champions League places after drawing against Southampton in their last Premier League outing. It was a huge chance for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side after a top four finish, never mind a top three finish, once looked so unlikely. The fact they didn’t take advantage now puts significant pressure on the team to get a win away at Crystal Palace on Thursday. United also have an FA Cup semi-final...
Original author: Jamie Spencer

Hakim Ziyech Names Chelsea Idols & Reveals Admiration for Frank Lampard

pard Chelsea's new signing Hakim Ziyech has given a revealing interview as a Blue, discussing the Stamford Bridge legends he admires, his expectations under coach Frank Lampard and what he hopes to produce during his time in west London. The 27-year-old agreed a move from Ajax to the Premier League in February and supporters have been waiting with great anticipation to watch the classy attacking midfielder in action ever since. Looking good, Hakim! #CHENOR pic.twitter.com/QLl0Pr1ZFN — Chelsea...
Original author: Max Cooper

The 10 Best Left-Wingers of All Time - Ranked

We've been spoiled over the years with some rather splendid wide forwards. For those who hark for yesteryear when football was a simper game, with harder challenges and pints allowed in stands, the one thing you can't argue with is that the modern era has had its own share of fine left wingers. Don't agree? Tough, because 90min have compiled the ten best ever to grace the game in this 'ere list for you, and there is nothing that can be altered. It's final. However, that shouldn't be of any...
Original author: Ross Kennerley

Atletico Madrid Target Emiliano Buendia Insists He's Happy at Norwich

Emiliano Buendia has insisted his focus remains solely on finishing the season well with Norwich, refusing to be drawn on rumours linking him with Atletico Madrid. The Canaries' relegation to the second tier was confirmed after a crushing 4-0 home defeat to West Ham, with the club left with just two fixtures to play in the English top flight this season. Despite going down with a whimper, Buendia has attracted the gaze of a few clubs across Europe, with La Liga giants Atletico among them,...
Original author: Ross Kennerley

Leeds Forced to Sign Jean-Kévin Augustin on Permanent Deal if Promoted

Leeds United have a clause in Jean-Kévin Augustin's loan deal which will see him join the club on a permanent basis should they get promoted to the Premier League. The forward spent the second half of the season on loan from RB Leipzig, but his move proved unsuccessful, playing just 48 minutes in three Championship appearances. Leeds had hoped when they brought Augustin in that he would add some goals to the side, following Eddie Nketiah's return to Arsenal. However, the Frenchman did not have...
Original author: Max Haley

Leicester's James Maddison and Ben Chilwell Still Doubtful for Sheffield United Clash

Brendan Rodgers has revealed James Maddison and Ben Chilwell are still doubts for Leicester's vital game against Sheffield United on Thursday night. Maddison has not played since the 2-1 loss at Everton in early July due to a hip problem, while Chilwell has been absent following the 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace three days later with a heel injury. Leicester are already without central defender Çağlar Söyüncü after his red card at Bournemouth, while Ricardo Pereira remains a long term...
Original author: Max Haley

World Cup 2022: Official Fixture Dates, Kick Off Times & More

More World Cup 2022 is just around the corner! Ok, so it may be a couple of years off - and we may have Euro 2020 still to contend with first, but these things creep up on you quicker than you realise. And the greatest tournament in international football felt a whole lot closer on Wednesday afternoon, when FIFA announced the dates, locations and schedule for the entire Qatar World Cup. ? 2022 #WORLDCUP MATCH SCHEDULE ? ? It all starts in Qatar on Monday 21 November 2022 ? ?️?...
Original author: Max Cooper

Man City Consider Triggering Douglas Luiz Buy-Back Clause to Boost Midfield

Manchester City are considering re-signing midfielder Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa this summer, with manager Pep Guardiola a huge fan of the 22-year-old Brazilian. City inserted a buy-back clause into the £15m deal when they sold him a year ago and are now weighing up whether to trigger it, regardless of whether Villa remain in the Premier League. Douglas Luiz joined Aston Villa for £15m in 2019 Luiz was officially a City player for two seasons after arriving from Vasco da Gama in 2017 but...
Original author: Jamie Spencer

The Barcelona Lineup That Should Start Against Osasuna

Quique Setien's side face Osasuna on Thursday night, knowing that failure to win will hand the league title to Real Madrid. Despite a 10-game unbeaten streak, the Catalan giants have seen their arch rivals create a four point gap at the top of the table with just two games remaining. Saul Niguez's brace of penalties saw Barcelona drop points Barcelona will rue a disappointing June, which saw them record draws against Sevilla, Celta Vigo, and Atletico Madrid. However, July has been more...
Original author: Charlie Stewart

Adam Lallana Opens Talks With Burnley & Brighton Over Summer Transfer

fer Premier League duo Burnley and Brighton are both in talks with Liverpool star Adam Lallana, as they jostle to snap up the midfielder on a free transfer this summer. The 32-year-old joined the Reds back in 2014, but he is set to end his six-year stay at Anfield at the end of this season, with the intention of remaining in the English top flight for the foreseeable future. Lallana in action for Liverpool against Chelsea earlier this season In fact, Lallana is known to be the target of several...
Original author: Max Cooper

David Alaba's Stance on Premier League Move Amid Man City and Chelsea Interest

Bayern Munich defender David Alaba does not want to join Manchester City or Chelsea this summer, according to reports in Germany. The Austrian defender secured an eighth straight Bundesliga title with Die Roten recently and his performances at centre-back played a key role in his side's late season success. Despite this, Alaba is said to be considering his future. The defender's current deal expires in 2021 and, unsurprisingly, a number of heavyweight sides have been credited with an interest...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Assessing Where Valencia's Top Players Should Go as Los Che Plan Clear-Out

Valencia are in disarray right now. Just a few weeks after manager Albert Celades was sacked it has now emerged that no fewer than 12 first-team players have been told to find a new club. That's quite the summer clearout. According to Goal, club captain Dani Parejo, midfield destroyer Geoffrey Kondogbia and front man Rodrigo are among those who have been given a friendly shove towards the exit door. The news will have clubs across Europe purring as they look for good value in what is bound to...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

David Alaba's Stance on Premier League Move Amid Man City and Chelsea Interest

Bayern Munich defender David Alaba does not want to join Manchester City or Chelsea this summer, according to reports in Germany.
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Juventus eye four MLS youngsters

Earn Borussia Dortmund pulled out all the stops in order to land Birmingham City prodigy Jude Bellingham, with the youngster set to earn roughly €3m (£2.7m) per year with the German giants. Despite only recently turning 17, Bellingham has been a regular for Birmingham in 2019/20, making 41 appearances in all competitions - operating primarily as a central midfielder, but also further up the field as well. The Englishman's displays have led to much interest in his services, with a number of top...
Original author: Adam Aladay

UEFA demand a say over FIFA World Cup plans

iams Manchester United left-backs Luke Shaw and Brandon Williams are both doubts for Thursday night’s crucial Premier League fixture against Crystal Palace, with manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirming the pair are still suffering the effects of injuries suffered in Monday’s Southampton. Shaw was forced off in the second half when he appeared to painfully roll his right ankle, while Williams, who replaced him as a substitute, suffered a nasty cut during an aerial challenge. He too was withdrawn...
Original author: Jamie Spencer

Newcastle sign Anthony Gordon from Everton

The upcoming Premier League transfer window will open for 10 weeks from 27 July to 5 October. The delayed 2019/2020 season had raised questions over how the summer transfer deadline would be affected. However, an agreement has now been reached between Premier League shareholders, subject to approval from FIFA. Premier League Shareholders have agreed on the dates for the Summer 2020 Transfer Window The window will open for 10 weeks, starting 27 July and ending 5 October Full details:...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Nemanja Matic Revival Must Not Stop Man Utd Signing Another Midfielder This Summer

Despite looking as good as sold heading into the January transfer window after making just three appearances until the turn of the new year, Nemanja Matic has enjoyed an extraordinary turnaround of form at Manchester United. The Serbian has hulked up and forced himself back into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's plans at United, becoming key to his side's run of 18 games unbeaten that stretches back to January. While many see January signing Bruno Fernandes as the new cult of personality behind United's...
Original author: Mitch Wilks

Frank Lampard Has Mixed Feelings After Narrowly Chelsea Beat Norwich 1-0

Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has said that he wants ‘more’ from this team following Tuesday night’s 1-0 Premier League win over Norwich, but is prepared to wait for it because just getting the result is the most important thing at this stage of the season. With only two games of the league campaign left to play, Olivier Giroud’s solitary goal in first-half stoppage time was enough to consolidate Chelsea’s grip on third place and massively boost their chances of qualifying for the Champions...
Original author: Jamie Spencer

Arsenal Target Thomas Partey 'on the Verge' of New Atletico Madrid Contract

Atletico Madrid star and long-term Arsenal target Thomas Partey is now on the verge of signing a new contract, rejecting the opportunity to move to the Premier League, according to a report from his home country. The Gunners' desire to recruit the Ghana international has been well-documented, with rumours circling regarding a big-money move ahead of the 2020/21 campaign. Club Atletico de Madrid v RCD Mallorca - La Liga However, Mikel Arteta's dreams of adding Partey to their ranks may have...
Original author: Max Cooper

Chaos & Division at Barcelona as Hierarchy Is Split Over Possible Xavi Appointment

ent Another day, another drama at Barcelona. The Catalan giants are having to come to terms with the thought of missing out on the Liga crown for only the fourth time in ten years, and Quique Setien's fate as Barcelona boss is subsequently hanging by a thread. Much will depend on their performances in the Champions League in August, where La Blaugrana must overcome a stubborn Napoli side in the Round of 16 second leg, having drawn 1-1 in Naples earlier this year. And with the domestic title...
Original author: Max Cooper

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