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Zinedine Zidane Insists 'Reaction' Was Most Important in 2-2 Gladbach Draw

News Tottenham will be looking to rid themselves of a woeful showing at Bramall Lane on Thursday evening as they host a confident Everton side on Monday night. There was a sense of injustice to the Lilywhites going into the half-time break at Sheffield United 1-0 down, but a monstrosity of a defensive display in the second period overshadowed any previous VAR/handball law misdemeanours. Spurs had a potential equaliser ruled out due to Lucas Moura's 'handball' in the build up The 3-1 defeat all...
Original author: James Cormack

'Willian has done absolutely nothing for Arsenal!' - Hartson singles out 'poor' Gunners midfielder

Not long ago, it was looking a near certainty that Willian's time at Chelsea was coming to an end. After seven years at the club, it appeared as though the pair were unable to agree a new contract, with his current deal having expired on 30 June (although he has signed a short-term extension to keep him in west London until the completion of the current campaign). Indeed, his comments in February weren't so much as a hint, but rather a very open remark about his future. The 31-year-old...
Original author: Adam Aladay

Igor Stimac: India deserved more against Nepal

lues Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta has outlined the mentality he expects from his squad, as uncertainty continues to reign supreme over the futures of Mesut Ozil and Matteo Guendouzi. Ozil has not featured since the Premier League restarted, apparently due to a back injury. Guendouzi, meanwhile, has been omitted since he grabbed Neal Maupay by the throat following the Gunners' last gasp defeat to Brighton last month. Matteo Guendouzi has not played since this scuffle with Neal Maupay Arteta...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Quique Setien Insists Antoine Griezmann Is 'Fine' Amid Rumoured Barcelona Discontent

Barcelona boss Quique Setien has insisted there are no problems with Antoine Griezmann, despite reports suggesting that the forward is considering his future at the club. Griezmann has been afforded just 10 minutes of action in Barça's last two games, including a 60 second cameo against former club Atletico Madrid. It's been a frustrating debut season for Antoine Griezmann It is the latest blow in what has been a frustrating debut season for the 29-year-old. The player's agent supposedly...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

An Ode to Fernando Torres’ Scintillating First Season With Liverpool

It’s exactly 13 years ago to the day since Liverpool fans’ love affair with Fernando Torres began. Sadly, the love affair had somewhat of a sour ending, as El Nino did the unthinkable and swapped Anfield for Stamford Bridge (though the move saw the Merseysiders fund a move for Andy Carroll - what more could you want?!). Despite the tainted end, Torres’ time in a Liverpool shirt was a truly memorable period and is one that will go down in Premier League history. With his signature look of...
Original author: Ross Jackson

An ode to Fernando Torres’ scintillating first season with Liverpool

Remembering El Nino's first season in English football, where multiple records were broken and the Spaniard stole the hearts of the Anfield faithful
Original author: Ross Jackson

'Why shouldn't we aim for the final?' - PSG win proved Man Utd's Champions League credentials, says Solskjaer

Chelsea have already begun assembling a frightening squad for the defence of their WSL title. Having remained unbeaten all season as they were narrowly crowned champions of England via points-per-game, Chelsea have already recruited former Bayern Munich captain Melanie Leupolz and exciting young winger Niamh Charles as they prepare to do it all over again next season. A gauntlet has been thrown down by Emma Hayes' side, but Manchester City have demonstrated that they are more than up for the...
Original author: Ali Rampling

Common Goal launches Anti-Racist Project with Zack Steffen & more

nale Hold your horses, folks! German football hasn't finished quite yet. Although the title was all but wrapped up, as a result of Joshua Kimmich's genius with seven matchdays remaining, the race for Champions League places and relegation dogfight between Fortuna Dusseldorf and Werder Bremen meant the recent conclusion to the 2019/20 Bundesliga campaign was an enthralling one. And now we've got a DFB-Pokal final to enjoy. Bayern celebrating their eighth consecutive Meisterschale Germany's...
Original author: James Cormack

LIVE: Manchester City vs Lyon

News In-form Newcastle United host West Ham United at St James' Park on Sunday afternoon, with the Magpies looking to make it six games unbeaten in the Premier League. Steve Bruce's side recorded an impressive 4-1 victory over relegation threatened Bournemouth last time out, in what was their second league win since the restart. A joy to behold. ? pic.twitter.com/KzjXVTe6Rj — Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) July 1, 2020 As for the Hammers, their survival hopes were given a major boost after they...
Original author: Robbie Walls

Brentford boss Frank extends deal to 2027

Kepa Arrizabalaga claims his tag as the most expensive goalkeeper ever has had no effect on his Chelsea performances, adding that he doesn't see it as a burden. The Blues’ number one has come in for criticism since his £71m move to Stamford Bridge in 2018, with backup goalkeeper Willy Caballero occasionally given the nod ahead of him. The 25-year-old Spaniard's attitude was called into question last season after he refused to be substituted in the League Cup final, leading to a standoff with...
Original author: Ross Jackson

Mexico name Araujo in squad for crucial WCQs

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has refused to rule out the Blues further strengthening their attacking options this summer. The west Londoners have already drafted in Ajax's Hakim Ziyech and RB Leipzig star Timo Werner in deals worth up to a combined £86m. Timo Werner officially joined Chelsea alongside Hakim Ziyech on July 1 However, Chelsea have been heavily linked with Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz and are understood to be a potential destination for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang - if the Gabonese...
Original author: James Cormack

Mamelodi Sundowns request date change for Caf Champions League clash against CR Belouizdad

lans Dean Henderson, who is currently on loan at Sheffield United from Manchester United, has encouraged his parent club to give David de Gea another opportunity - but the shot-stopper has also hinted that his long-term future may not be at Old Trafford if he isn't given a chance soon. The 23-year-old has been in sensational form for the Blades this season, and remains in contention to pick up the Golden Glove award at the end of the season - having picked up 11 clean sheets so far in 2019/20....
Original author: Adam Aladay

Real Madrid-linked Kounde in no rush to leave Sevilla

Jurgen Klopp has revealed that he has no plans to join another club when his Liverpool contract expires in 2024. Klopp ended the Reds' 30 year wait for a top flight title last month, having previously lifted the Champions League in 2019. During his time at the club the German has also built up a strong rapport with the club's fans and the city of Liverpool itself, as he explained in a recent interview with the Daily Mirror. Jurgen Klopp has turned Liverpool's fortunes around since arriving at...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Tottenham Reject Juventus' Proposed Tanguy Ndombele & Aaron Ramsey Swap Deal

Deal Tottenham have rejected a surprise swap deal offer from Juventus, involving midfielder Tanguy Ndombele and former Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey. With the financial constraints placed on clubs as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, players trading places could become all the range this summer. Juventus have already pulled off the first exchange of the summer, with Arthur Melo moving to Turin from Barcelona and Miralem Pjanic plus cash going in the opposite direction. Juventus have had their...
Original author: Ali Rampling

The 5 Best Attacking Midfielders in the World - Ranked

As youngsters, we all wanted to score the goals. Mind you, not everyone was cut out to do it, and eventually you'd just be happy to play. But there was always one position that, regardless of your own role, was always one we truly admired: the attacking midfielder. It was them who offered something nobody else in the team could. Tasked with providing the creativity in the final third, laying on that killer pass and drifting in between the lines, there was always an element on envy at just how...
Original author: Ross Kennerley

Back to work! Bellingham, Salah head list of stars reporting for preseason

mphs Real Madrid's players and coaching staff will not receive any bonuses even if they win La Liga and/or the Champions League this season - with this agreement being reached as part of the decision to reduce salaries. The financial impacts of the coronavirus pandemic have been well-documented in recent weeks and months, and it has been no different for Real Madrid. The club confirmed in April that players and coaches had agreed to wage cuts of around 10%. This would have risen to 20% had the...
Original author: Adam Aladay

Women's World Cup 2023: Team of the last 16

Everton look set to rival Arsenal this summer for the signature of out-of-favour Manchester City defender John Stones . The England international has struggled for fitness this term and has made only 12 Premier League appearances. An ankle injury, meanwhile, picked up before Project Restart has meant Stones hasn't played a single minute for Pep Guardiola since City's return to action last month. Stones has endured injury woes this term He wasn't in the squad for the victories over Arsenal and...
Original author: James Cormack

Wolves hire O'Neil as coach after Lopetegui exit

Xavi has agreed a deal to replace Quique Setien as Barcelona manager at the end of the season, according to reports in Spain. Setien replaced Ernesto Valverde in the Camp Nou hot seat back in January but his future is already subject to intense scrutiny. Barça currently trail Clásico rivals Real Madrid by four points in the La Liga title race, while there has also been reports of senior player unrest at the club. Xavi is currently in charge of Qatari side Al-Saad According to Mundo Deportivo...
Original author: Matt O'Connor-Simpson

Dwight Yorke on Mason Greenwood's Breakthrough & the Areas Man Utd Should Strengthen to Challenge for Titles

tles Exclusive - As one of the finest strikers the Premier League has seen, if anyone is going to offer Mason Greenwood advice on how to manage his career, then Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke is among them. Netting 65 goals in 152 appearances for the Red Devils, the Trinidadian striker is well versed in the art of scoring. The 48-year-old sat down with 90min to discuss a variety of topics regarding his former side, including what sort of character Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is, where United...
Original author: Ross Kennerley

Predicting the Rest of the 2019/20 Premier League Golden Boot Race

With the Premier League back in (almost) full swing and nearing the end of the most bizarre of 2019/20 season, the Golden Boot Race is heating up. Here's a predicted at how the final top scorer standings will look... 13. Tammy Abraham Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham Current Tally: 13 goals in 28 appearances Remaining Fixtures: Watford (H), Crystal Palace (A), Sheffield United (A), Norwich (H), Liverpool (A), Wolves (H) Chelsea’s go-to goalscorer earlier on, Abraham probably overachieved in the...
Original author: Jamie Spencer

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