According to reports, Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Brentford on Saturday did not sit well with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS. During the match, the Red Devils faced significant pressure, allowing Brentford 31 attempts on goal while managing just 11 attempts themselves. Mason Mount’s late goal appeared to secure a victory for Brentford, only for Kristoffer Ajer to score in the 99th minute, resulting in a draw. The Telegraph noted that this performance was met with disappointment by Ratcliffe and those associated with INEOS. This marks the second time this season that Ratcliffe has been particularly dissatisfied with a result,…
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Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti acknowledges that his team will enjoy a slight advantage over Manchester City in their upcoming Champions League quarter-final due to their lighter schedule. Los Blancos are set to face the reigning European champions in the last eight, with the first leg scheduled at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday, April 9th, followed by the return fixture at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, April 17th. However, City boss Pep Guardiola expressed frustration last week over the fixture arrangement, citing their congested Premier League schedule compared to Madrid’s nine-day rest period between matches. “We play Aston Villa at…
David Moyes has thrown his support behind Kalvin Phillips to demonstrate his value to West Ham United fans after the midfielder became embroiled in a confrontation with supporters. Phillips, who arrived on loan from Manchester City in January with hopes of revitalizing his career, has faced a challenging spell at West Ham. Following the team’s 4-3 defeat to Newcastle United over the weekend, Phillips was subjected to criticism from a fan, being labeled as “useless” as he boarded the team bus. In response, Phillips raised his middle finger at the offending supporter—a gesture that Moyes has moved to defend. “Kalvin…
Southampton manager Russell Martin has played down the likelihood of director of football Jason Wilcox leaving the club amid interest from Manchester United. Despite United’s offer of 12 months’ salary in compensation, Southampton has rejected the approach. Wilcox reportedly tendered his resignation to Southampton in hopes of facilitating a move to Old Trafford. Southampton is said to be disappointed not just by the compensation amount offered but also by the timing of United’s approach. Martin’s team is currently engaged in a promotion battle to the Premier League but suffered a significant setback with a late 3-2 defeat to title contenders…
Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly has issued a plea to fans, urging them to exercise patience as the club navigates through its current challenges and embraces its long-term vision. Since his arrival at Stamford Bridge alongside Clearlake Capital, Boehly has served as chairman and has witnessed a significant downturn in results. Chelsea finished 12th last season and currently sits in 11th place this year, prompting frustrated fans to voice their discontent with anti-Boehly chants during matches. In an interview with Forbes, Boehly acknowledged the prevailing sentiment among supporters but emphasized the importance of staying committed to the club’s ongoing project. “We…
The football world is teeming with both rising talents and established stars. But who leads the pack in terms of transfer value? Here’s an overview of the 10 most valuable footballers, as per Transfermarkt. 1. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid): At just 20 years old, this English midfielder tops the list with an impressive valuation of 180 million. His remarkable performances and youthfulness make him highly coveted. 2. Erling Haaland (Manchester City): The Norwegian striker continues to shine, maintaining his dominance with an outstanding goal-scoring record at Manchester City. 3. Kylian Mbappe (Paris Saint-Germain): 4. Vinicius Junior (Real Madrid): Vinicius Jr.…
The player, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, was observed sitting on the bench for Côte d’Ivoire during the AFCON final, contravening CAF regulations. The pertinent rules state: “Any nation found to have included an ineligible player in the championship match is subject to the cancellation of the match or expulsion.” Ultimately, despite this violation, the hosts emerged victorious over Nigeria with a score of 2-1, thanks to a goal by Haller. In response to this incident, CAF released a statement, stating: “Ivory Coast fielded an ineligible player, prompting us to notify them that the match must be replayed.…
Arsenal’s recent goalless draw against Manchester City could potentially offer them a boost in their Premier League title aspirations, as City faces the prospect of a worst-case scenario suspension. During Sunday’s match, Manchester City struggled to find the net against Arsenal, missing several key players such as Ederson, John Stones, and Kyle Walker. Despite their defensive challenges, City’s inability to score, managing only one shot on target, marked their first home Premier League game without a goal since October 2021. With City now three points behind the league leaders, the possibility of a second consecutive Treble remains on the cards.…
Ahead of Chelsea’s upcoming clash with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge on Thursday evening, there are concerns regarding the visitors’ injury situation. Manchester United could potentially be without seven key players for the fixture. In their recent match against Brentford, both Raphael Varane and Victor Lindelof were substituted, raising doubts about their availability for the Chelsea encounter. While Lisandro Martinez made a return from injury during that game, the fitness of Jonny Evans remains uncertain after missing the Brentford draw due to injury. Additionally, Anthony Martial, Altay Bayindir, Tyrell Malacia, and Luke Shaw are all confirmed absentees for the game…
Barcelona’s standout player, Pedri, envisions his team facing off against the Premier League champions, Manchester City, in this season’s UEFA Champions League final. However, the Spanish international expressed his preference for a clash against Real Madrid. Barcelona has progressed to the quarterfinals and is set to take on French Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain later this month. The first leg of the quarterfinal tie is scheduled for April 10 at the Parc des Princes, with the return leg at the Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on April 16. When asked about his prediction for the Champions League final this season, Pedri…
Watford striker Troy Deeney has put forward a suggestion regarding who could potentially succeed Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool. Klopp, who announced his decision to take a sabbatical in January, will depart Anfield at the end of the season, following a highly successful nine-year tenure with Liverpool. Consequently, Liverpool has been on the lookout for his replacement. During an interview with talkSPORT, Deeney mentioned Gary O’Neil as a possible candidate for the managerial role at Liverpool once Klopp departs. Deeney emphasized the importance of inheriting a squad accustomed to winning, comprising international players. He suggested that Liverpool might benefit from having…
The Turkish Football Federation has established a panel to adjudicate on the involvement of Bright Osayi-Samuel and other players and officials in a post-match altercation. Super Eagles wingback Bright Osayi-Samuel faces disciplinary action in Turkey for his part in a post-match confrontation with Trabzonspor fans. The Turkish Football Federation (TFF) disclosed this on Monday, April 1st, indicating that Osayi-Samuel, along with two other Fenerbahce players, will appear before the panel. The incident occurred on March 17th following a fiery Super Lig encounter where Fenerbahce clinched a 3-2 victory against Trabzonspor. Trabzonspor supporters stormed the pitch after the final whistle, targeting…
Manchester United’s defender, Raphaël Varane, has shared insights into the repercussions of experiencing multiple concussions throughout his career. The 30-year-old expressed that these concussions have “taken a toll on his body.” Speaking with L’Equipe, Varane disclosed that he persisted through numerous matches for both club and country while grappling with the aftermath of head injuries. The former French international, who retired from international football in February 2023, recounted getting concussed during a 2014 World Cup round-of-16 encounter against Nigeria. Varane admitted to completing the match almost on “autopilot,” acknowledging uncertainty about his ability to respond if spoken to at the…
Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino has attributed his side’s lack of intensity without possession as the decisive factor in their 2-2 draw with 10-man Burnley on Saturday. Despite Cole Palmer twice giving the Blues the lead at Stamford Bridge following Lorenz Assignon’s dismissal, the hosts were unable to hold on as goals from Josh Cullen and Dara O’Shea saw them settle for a point. With Chelsea recording 33 shots, including 13 on target, and amassing 4.26 expected goals (xG), Pochettino expressed disappointment in their inability to capitalize on their dominance. “I’m very disappointed with the way we managed the situation…
Carlo Ancelotti has sought to ease concerns regarding the potential departure of star forward Vinicius Junior from Real Madrid due to the racist abuse he has faced during his time in La Liga. Vinicius has been a target of racist incidents from opposition fans in Spain in recent seasons, with notable occurrences during matches against Osasuna and Valencia in recent months. The Real Madrid player was unjustly cautioned by referee Juan Martinez Munuera for protesting against the racial abuse from Osasuna fans, sparking speculation about his future at the club. Addressing the issue ahead of Madrid’s fixture against Athletic Club,…
Reports from Spain suggest that star striker Robert Lewandowski has rejected a lucrative contract offer from Saudi Arabia to remain at Barcelona. The Poland international, who joined Barca in the 2022 summer transfer window, played a pivotal role in securing the club’s first La Liga title in four years during his debut season, netting an impressive 23 goals in the league and 33 in all competitions. However, his second season at the club saw a dip in his goal-scoring form, with Lewandowski managing just two goals in 11 games before the turn of the year. Amid rumors surrounding his future…
Liverpool surged to the top of the Premier League standings with a resilient comeback, securing a 2-1 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion on Sunday. The visitors stunned Anfield early on, as Danny Welbeck found the net just 87 seconds into the game with a superb strike at the Kop end. However, Liverpool rallied swiftly, applying pressure on Brighton and crafting numerous chances, albeit failing to convert due to erratic finishing. Mohamed Salah, in particular, squandered several opportunities, including a close-range volley that sailed over the bar. Nevertheless, Liverpool’s persistence paid off as Luis Diaz capitalized on a defensive lapse…
Jurgen Klopp applauds Dominik Szoboszlai’s moment of brilliance, which orchestrated Liverpool’s winning goal against Brighton and Hove Albion on Sunday afternoon. Liverpool secured a crucial three points in the Premier League title race, ahead of Man City and Arsenal’s top-of-the-table clash, clinching a 2-1 victory over Brighton with goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah. Despite an early setback with Danny Welbeck’s stunning strike giving Brighton the lead within 90 seconds at Anfield, Liverpool managed to equalize before halftime through Diaz. Salah then finished off a delightful move involving Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister to seal the win. In an…
Rodrygo Goes shines with a remarkable brace as Real Madrid seals a commanding 2-0 victory over Athletic Club in La Liga on Sunday evening. The Brazilian sensation ignited the scoreboard within the first ten minutes, unleashing a sensational strike into the top corner, before sealing the deal with a composed finish into the bottom left corner late in the second half. With this crucial win, Madrid edges closer to clinching the La Liga title, boasting an eight-point lead over Barcelona as they enter the final eight gameweeks of the 2023/24 season. Here’s how the game unfolded: Real Madrid asserted dominance…
Countdown to Euro 2024 in Germany has commenced, yet the celebration won’t include some of football’s brightest stars. Injuries, suspensions, and qualification disappointments have kept these notable names from gracing the summer spectacle on German soil. Here’s a detailed look at 10 players unlikely to feature on the German pitches: 1. Thibaut Courtois (Belgium) 2. David Alaba (Austria) 3. Gavi (Spain) 4. Reece James (England) 5. Paul Pogba (France) 6. Sandro Tonali (Italy) 7. Sven Botman (Netherlands) 8. Ben White (England) 9. Erling Haaland (Norway) 10. Viktor Gyokeres (Sweden)