In a captivating clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City and Chelsea played out a 1-1 draw in their league fixture. With both teams harboring ambitions of securing crucial points in their pursuit of league success, the match promised high stakes and intense competition. The first half unfolded with a flurry of excitement, keeping spectators on the edge of their seats. Despite Manchester City dominating possession, Chelsea, buoyed by their recent good form, took the initiative with relentless attacks, creating more scoring opportunities. The breakthrough moment arrived courtesy of Raheem Sterling, who capitalized on Nicolas Jackson’s assist to give Chelsea…
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Napoli manager Walter Mazzarri has stated that Victor Osimhen is not fully prepared for action, as reported by DAILY POST. Osimhen resumed training on Friday following his involvement in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Despite this, the 25-year-old was absent from the matchday squad as Napoli secured a 1-1 draw against Genoa on Saturday. The striker is currently prioritizing training to regain full fitness after playing seven games in one month in Cote d’Ivoire. Mazzarri admitted that the influential forward is not completely fit, and playing him against Genoa would have posed a risk. According to Mazzarri, “According to…
Real Madrid is reportedly strategizing to accommodate Kylian Mbappe’s potential arrival in the upcoming season. As the Spanish giants aim to secure Mbappe on a free transfer after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) expires, they are contemplating the departure of 23-year-old winger Rodrygo. Rodrygo, known for his dynamic and immense talent as a winger, has displayed glimpses of his potential during his tenure in Spain. However, the prospect of acquiring a player of Mbappe’s caliber, especially without a transfer fee, seems to necessitate significant concessions. According to reports from Mundo Deportivo via Express Sport, Real Madrid may opt to…
Chelsea is prepared to meet Victor Osimhen’s full release clause, amounting to £111 million (€130 million), and is planning to engage in discussions with Napoli regarding payment terms and structure, as reported by Rudy Galetti in Italy. Arsenal is also expressing interest in Osimhen and can offer the Nigerian international the opportunity for Champions League football, according to Gazzetta dello Sport in Italy. Napoli is concerned about potentially losing not only Osimhen but also Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who is a target for Barcelona, as reported by Il Mattino in Italy. Liverpool is intensifying its pursuit of Bayer Leverkusen center-back Piero Hincapie…
Carlo Ancelotti frequently praises Antonio Rudiger as “a warrior,” a description he often falls back on for the Real Madrid center-back. Raised on the tough concrete pitches of south Berlin, Rudiger earned the childhood nickname ‘Rambo’ for his likeness to the iconic warrior. However, Ancelotti’s reliable defender has been sidelined with an injury in recent weeks. Real Madrid is currently dealing with the absence of both center-backs who started the 2022 Champions League final. Eder Militao suffered an ACL tear in the first game of the season, and David Alaba joined him in the treatment room after sustaining a similar…
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has expressed concerns about sporting director Dan Ashworth potentially joining Manchester United and taking with him knowledge of the club’s transfer plans and recruitment information. Ashworth is in talks to join Manchester United from Newcastle, and with the incoming shareholders INEOS looking to appoint him as the club’s first-ever sporting director. With a successful track record at West Bromwich Albion, Brighton & Hove Albion, and now Newcastle, Ashworth has earned recognition as one of football’s top talent-spotters. During a press conference ahead of Newcastle’s 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, Howe addressed the worry of losing Ashworth…
According to Super Eagles head coach Jose Peseiro, Victor Osimhen possesses the qualities needed to thrive in top-tier European clubs. Although Osimhen recently extended his contract with Napoli, there are expectations of a potential departure this summer. The 25-year-old is being considered as a potential replacement for Kylian Mbappe at Paris Saint-Germain, with interest also coming from Chelsea and Arsenal. Peseiro commended Osimhen’s versatility and skill set, emphasizing his capability to excel in any team worldwide. The coach praised Osimhen’s awareness in the penalty area, aerial prowess, and offensive abilities. In an interview with the Daily Post, Peseiro highlighted that…
In the 97th minute, Robert Lewandowski converted a penalty to secure a 2-1 victory for Barcelona against Celta Vigo on Saturday. The Poland international, who had earlier opened the scoring just before halftime, initially missed the penalty, but a retake was granted as Vicente Guaita was deemed to have left his line early. Lewandowski capitalized on the second chance, securing the crucial win for Barcelona. Throughout the match, both teams had opportunities to clinch victory, but it was Barcelona who emerged triumphant when the final whistle blew, keeping their title aspirations alive by a narrow margin. Vitor Roque, operating on…
Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has described Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo as ‘selfish.’ According to Rooney, Ronaldo’s primary focus is on scoring goals, in contrast to his rival Lionel Messi, who strives to create goal-scoring opportunities for teammates. In a recent interview, former Chelsea winger Eden Hazard claimed to be a superior ‘pure footballer’ compared to Ronaldo. Rooney, in a conversation with YouTubers Lyes Bouzidi and CultureCams, supported Hazard’s statement, emphasizing the difference in mindset between Ronaldo and players like Messi and himself. Rooney expressed, “So, for instance, Cristiano Ronaldo, his mindset is goals. He doesn’t care about anything…
Manchester City can attribute their 1-1 draw with Chelsea on Saturday to Rodri, whose late goal salvaged a crucial point. Despite a smart first-half strike from former City player Raheem Sterling putting Chelsea in the lead, Rodri’s late goal masked over an unusually lackluster performance from Pep Guardiola’s team. Erling Haaland had two excellent headed chances and missed another opportunity, highlighting City’s struggles throughout the game. Here’s how the match unfolded: In the first two minutes, Julian Alvarez struck wide as City started energetically. Haaland then missed a header that should have been an easy tap-in. Chelsea posed a threat…
Tottenham slipped out of the top four as Joao Gomes scored twice, securing a deserved 2-1 victory for Wolves in north London on Saturday afternoon. Wolves took the lead on the stroke of half-time when Gomes headed in from a corner. Dejan Kulusevski leveled proceedings with a smart finish early in the second half. However, a burst of pace from Pedro Neto allowed Wolves to counter, and Gomes arrived in the box to smash in the winner, solidifying their position in the top ten. In the build-up to the match, both teams faced injury setbacks. Tottenham was without influential full-backs…
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has acknowledged that it was his “responsibility” that Cole Palmer opted to leave the club for Chelsea last summer. Despite Palmer’s 41 senior appearances for City over three years, the 21-year-old sought more regular playing time, prompting his decision to move on. City secured a substantial £42.5 million fee for Palmer, who had limited first-team experience. At Chelsea, Palmer has thrived, contributing to a total of 21 goals and assists in 28 games and earning a place in the senior England squad. Guardiola explained the circumstances leading to Palmer’s departure, stating, “If Palmer had the…
Arsenal delivered a resounding 5-0 victory against Burnley at Turf Moor on Saturday afternoon, closing the gap to just two points behind league leaders Liverpool. The opening salvo came in the fourth minute when Martin Odegaard, receiving a pass from Gabriel Martinelli, unleashed a superb low drive into James Trafford’s bottom corner. Shortly before halftime, Bukayo Saka doubled the lead with a confidently converted penalty after Lorenz Assignon’s foul on Leandro Trossard in the box. The second half saw Arsenal extend their dominance with Saka securing his brace within minutes of the restart. The 22-year-old capitalized on Odegaard’s precise through…
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) is reportedly eyeing Barcelona midfielder Gavi for their summer transfer plans as they brace for the departure of Kylian Mbappe, according to sources. Mbappe has communicated his intention to leave PSG this summer, a move that would save the club approximately €200 million (£171 million) annually. However, a legally binding agreement between Mbappe and the club ensures PSG’s financial protection in the event of his departure, with the player set to return around €80 million (£69 million). In anticipation of the substantial funds becoming available, PSG has compiled a list of potential targets for the upcoming transfer…
Mauricio Pochettino asserts that he has not made any changes to Enzo Fernandez’s role in Chelsea’s team, despite a notable improvement in the Argentine’s performance. Throughout the season, Fernandez’s impact has faced scrutiny, with accusations that Pochettino’s utilization of the 23-year-old contributed to Chelsea’s struggles, highlighted by instances of him being caught too high on the pitch. However, in recent weeks, Fernandez’s influence has undergone a positive transformation. Not only has he become more involved in Chelsea’s build-up play, but he has also showcased a goal-scoring prowess, finding the net four times in 2024 already. When questioned about the perceived…
Tottenham Hotspur head coach Ange Postecoglou has dismissed rumors linking him to the Liverpool managerial position. With Jurgen Klopp set to depart Anfield at the end of the 2023/24 season, Liverpool has compiled a shortlist of potential candidates, including Bayer Leverkusen’s Xabi Alonso and Postecoglou, who is a lifelong Liverpool fan. Addressing the speculation in a press conference, Postecoglou stated, “I may be on a shortlist, [but] I don’t want to comment on that because it’s not a consideration in my current priorities, both personally and professionally.” When asked if he might stay at Tottenham despite the Liverpool interest, given…
The prolonged wait has come to an end, unveiling the not-so-secret departure of Kylian Mbappe from Paris Saint-Germain at the conclusion of the season. Mbappe, who previously surprised many by opting for a new deal in Paris over a speculated move to Real Madrid in 2022, has now communicated his intention to leave PSG this summer to Nasser Al-Khelaifi. The focus shifts to PSG’s next steps, with an internal list of potential replacements already in the works, featuring names like Marcus Rashford and Victor Osimhen. However, the enormity of filling Mbappe’s void is acknowledged, and PSG appears inclined to transition…
Liverpool’s pursuit of the Premier League title has suffered a significant setback as Alisson reportedly sustains a fresh hamstring injury. Scheduled to face Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium in Saturday’s early kick-off, Liverpool is expected to navigate the match without their starting goalkeeper. As per The Mirror’s report, Alisson incurred a hamstring injury during training, ruling him out of the clash against Brentford. The Brazilian faces a race against time to regain fitness ahead of the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea on the following Sunday. Additionally, Liverpool hosts Luton Town on Wednesday in their last Premier League game before…
Manchester United has reportedly reached out to Bayern Munich regarding the potential acquisition of striker Mathys Tel, as per a German report. Tel, set to turn 19 in April, is in his second season with Bayern since joining from Rennes in 2022. Despite limited appearances in Bavaria, he has attracted attention from clubs across Europe. According to Sky Sports Germany, Manchester United has made contact with Bayern about the availability of the Frenchman. Two other unnamed Premier League clubs have also recently inquired about Tel. United’s pursuit of a new forward has been publicly acknowledged, with manager Erik ten Hag…
Former Chelsea and AS Roma manager, Jose Mourinho, has endorsed Portugal as his pick to win Euro 2024. Scheduled to take place from June 14 to July 14 this year, with Germany as the host nation, Mourinho shared his predictions on the Vibe with Five podcast on Thursday. He also identified England, featuring talents like Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, among the favorites to clinch victory in Germany. “It is a very good generation,” Mourinho remarked. “They [England] got to the Euro [2020] final, they can do it. “The mentality of the guys who have gone abroad, Bellingham for example,…