Arsenal’s standout player, Jorginho, has recently proposed to his girlfriend, Catherine Harding, in a romantic gesture. The 31-year-old former Chelsea midfielder went down on one knee, surrounded by red roses and candles, accompanied by the melodies of a violinist. The couple, who initiated their relationship in 2020, has a three-year-old son named Jax together. Jorginho’s proposal featured a heartwarming neon sign that read ‘Will you marry me?’ beneath a large heart crafted from flowers, with the floor adorned with affectionate photographs of the couple. During the proposal, Jorginho, born Jorge Luiz Frello Filho Cavaliere OMRI, donned a stylish black suit,…
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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta anticipates the involvement of Gabriel Martinelli in Sunday’s Premier League encounter against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Gunners aim to reclaim the top spot at the Emirates Stadium, but their position might be challenged if Liverpool prevails over Manchester United in the weekend’s late fixture. Although Martinelli played 69 minutes in Arsenal’s recent 1-0 loss to Aston Villa, he was absent in the midweek clash against PSV Eindhoven. Arteta addressed concerns about Martinelli’s well-being during a pre-match press conference, confidently assuring Arsenal supporters of his availability. “He’s feeling good. He’ll be in contention,” remarked Arteta when…
Tottenham Hotspur increased the pressure on Steve Cooper with a 2-0 triumph over Nottingham Forest on Friday night. Despite Spurs dominating possession, the match at the City Ground proved challenging, with Ange Postecoglou’s team resiliently securing three crucial points. Cooper’s Forest have now suffered five defeats in their last six matches, inching dangerously close to the relegation zone, with a precarious five-point cushion above the bottom three. In the early stages, Tottenham nearly took the lead when Dejan Kulusevski’s pass found Son Heung-min, whose close-range attempt was thwarted by Matt Turner’s leg just three minutes into the game. Forest opted…
Casemiro is set to depart from Manchester United in January, having acknowledged that his future lies away from Old Trafford, according to sources from 90min. The 31-year-old made a high-profile arrival in August 2022, securing a four-year contract with United in a deal valued at up to £60 million from Real Madrid. Initially, Casemiro showcased promising performances at Old Trafford, notably organizing the team’s midfield and contributing crucial late-winning goals. In January, manager Erik ten Hag praised Casemiro, describing him as “magnificent” for his defensive prowess and ability to distribute the ball effectively. Casemiro’s standout moment came with the opening…
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has confirmed that Robert Sanchez will be unavailable for the upcoming match against Sheffield United. The Spanish goalkeeper sustained a knee injury during Chelsea’s 2-0 defeat to Everton at Goodison Park, leading to his substitution after 83 minutes. Djordje Petrovic, a summer signing, made his Premier League debut as a replacement for Sanchez. Pochettino expressed the severity of Sanchez’s injury, ruling him out for the Sheffield United clash. Despite Sheffield United securing their first win under Chris Wilder in the previous game, they currently occupy the bottom position in the Premier League. Pochettino shared his thoughts…
The Premier League faces the risk of losing an additional Champions League spot for the upcoming season, following the premature exits of Manchester United and Newcastle United in the current campaign. Both teams concluded at the bottom of their respective groups, leading to their exclusion from European competition altogether. Starting from the next season, the Champions League will expand to 36 teams, with two European leagues receiving extra slots. This means that the fifth-placed team in the Premier League for this season could secure an automatic qualification to the Champions League. However, UEFA determines the allocation of these additional places…
Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo has disclosed that he considers French stars N’Golo Kante and Paul Pogba as his football idols. Caicedo expressed the significance of the shirts worn by Pogba and Kante, describing them as particularly special to him. In an interview with Sky Sports leading up to Chelsea’s Premier League home match against Sheffield United, Caicedo expressed his admiration for the duo. He shared, “N’Golo Kante and Paul Pogba were my idols in football. I loved watching them.” Recalling his early experiences playing in his neighborhood, Caicedo mentioned learning a great deal from playing with his older brother’s friends.…
Ahead of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 fixtures, here are the current leading goal scorers in the competition. Erling Haaland from Manchester City, Rasmus Højlund from Manchester United, and Atletico Madrid’s duo Antoine Griezmann and Álvaro Morata are at the forefront of the 2023/24 UEFA Champions League top scorers chart following the conclusion of the group stage on Thursday night. Among the quartet, Griezmann was the only one to find the net on Matchday 6, scoring a goal in Atletico Madrid’s 2-0 home victory against Lazio, bringing his tally to five goals. 2023/24 Champions League top scorers: -…
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has been exonerated of a Football Association charge regarding his comments after the team’s 1-0 loss to Newcastle United last month. Arteta expressed strong discontent when Anthony Gordon’s 64th-minute goal was upheld, despite three separate VAR checks for potential out-of-play incidents, a foul, and an offside in the build-up. “It’s a disgrace. It’s embarrassing. That’s how I feel and that’s how everybody feels in that [dressing] room,” Arteta stated at the time. The FA initially charged Arteta with a breach of Rule E3.1. However, an independent commission, following an investigation that included Arteta attending a personal…
Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland, and Kylian Mbappe are set to contend for this year’s FIFA Best Men’s Player Award, as disclosed by FIFA on Thursday. This mirrors the same trio that claimed the top spots in the Ballon d’Or voting. The Women’s Best Player shortlist features Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí and Jenni Hermoso, along with Linda Caicedo from Colombia. Haaland played a pivotal role in Manchester City’s triumphant season, securing the treble with victories in the Champions League, English Premier League, and FA Cup. Messi and Mbappe clinched the Ligue 1 title with Paris Saint-Germain, although their Champions League journey concluded…
Former Tottenham Hotspur player Darren Bent has asserted that Manchester United is too large a club for manager Erik ten Hag and has encouraged the Dutchman to step down from his position at Old Trafford. Bent’s remarks follow Manchester United’s recent 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday. The team’s elimination from the Champions League saw them finish at the bottom of Group A, accumulating four points from six games, with one win, one draw, and four losses in the group stage. Expressing his opinion on Ten Hag, Bent stated on talkSPORT: “He’s not up…
Rebecca Welch is set to make history as the first woman to officiate a Premier League match, having been appointed as the referee for the clash between Fulham and Burnley on Saturday, December 23. The 40-year-old previously achieved a landmark in EFL history by refereeing a game in April 2021 and subsequently took charge of a men’s FA Cup fixture nine months later. Additionally, Welch served as the fourth official during Manchester United’s 1-0 victory over Fulham in November, marking the first instance of a woman assuming this role. Welch’s upcoming role in the Fulham vs. Burnley match at Craven…
Graham Potter is set to make a managerial comeback, following his departure from the role of Chelsea head coach eight months ago, as reported by 90min. Despite signing a five-year contract last September to replace Thomas Tuchel, Potter was let go in April after a disappointing record of only 12 wins out of 31 games. Since leaving Chelsea, Potter has reportedly turned down opportunities from Lyon and Leicester, and dismissed links to Championship side Stoke City. However, the latest information suggests that he is now gearing up for a return to management in 2024. Recent reports have linked Potter to…
Eddie Howe conceded that the Champions League exit left Newcastle United “absolutely devastated.” The team aimed to secure a spot in the knockout stages with a victory over AC Milan at St James’ Park, contingent on Paris Saint-Germain failing to win against Borussia Dortmund. PSG drew 1-1 in Germany, leaving the door open for Newcastle to qualify alongside Dortmund. Despite Joelinton’s first-half goal igniting hope, Christian Pulisic and Samuel Chukwueze’s efforts secured a 2-1 win for Milan, breaking Newcastle hearts. Speaking to TNT Sports post-game, Howe reflected, “I thought there were some really good bits; we were dominant at times…
Graham Potter, the former manager of Brighton and Chelsea, is reportedly in consideration to take over at Manchester United, according to The Sun. However, any significant decisions, including the status of current manager Erik ten Hag, will be deferred until the formalization of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 25% investment. Ratcliffe is expected to establish a new footballing department upon completion of the investment, as reported by The Independent. In the January transfer window, Jadon Sancho and Donny van de Beek are the most likely players to depart from Old Trafford, with Manchester United open to offers for Casemiro and Raphael Varane,…
Liverpool suffered a defeat against Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League on Thursday night. However, despite the loss, they secured progression to the competition’s last 16 as group winners, having already secured their place before the match. Mohamed Amoura and Cameron Puertas scored crucial goals for Union, securing their spot in the Europa Conference League after clinching third place in the group by beating LASK in the final standings. Jarell Quansah managed to equalize for Liverpool, but Union’s overall performance deserved more goals. The game unfolded with Liverpool dominating possession, but the heavily rotated side, with nothing at stake, struggled…
Liverpool’s young talent, Fabio Carvalho, has communicated to his parent club his desire to terminate his season-long loan at RB Leipzig, as reported by 90min. Having initially joined Liverpool as a teenager in 2022 following a standout season during Fulham’s Championship promotion campaign, Carvalho made 21 appearances for the Reds across all competitions. Seeking more regular playing time, the 21-year-old attacker moved to Germany for the current season. However, Carvalho’s expectations for significant opportunities with Leipzig have not materialized. As the Bundesliga approaches its winter break, Carvalho has only started once in the league and has not featured at all…
Real Madrid’s midfielder, Jude Bellingham, isn’t daunted by the immense pressure associated with the historic figures who have graced the Bernabeu before him; instead, he welcomes it. Surpassing even the expectations set by his €134m price tag, Bellingham has broken records previously held by Madrid legends Cristiano Ronaldo and Alfredo Di Stefano. Upon his arrival in the Spanish capital, comparisons naturally arose with another great, Zinedine Zidane, as Bellingham inherited the iconic number five shirt once worn by the 1998 Ballon d’Or winner and three-time FIFA World Player of the Year. The choice of the number, unusual for attacking players,…
Raphael Varane’s contract with Manchester United is set to expire at the conclusion of this season, contrary to the previously believed summer of 2025. While Varane’s current deal includes a 12-month extension option until 2025, its activation rests with the club; if untriggered, Varane could become a free agent as early as June. Despite the high-profile unveiling in 2021, Varane’s future at Old Trafford is uncertain, marked by his recent absence from the starting lineup. The preference for right-footed center-back Harry Maguire and the elevation of summer arrival Jonny Evans have pushed the 30-year-old French international down the pecking order.…
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has expressed sympathy for Chelsea star Nicolas Jackson, stating that the Senegal international appears nervous. Gary Neville has criticized Jackson, suggesting that he is not at the level required to lead Chelsea and has also criticized Mykhailo Mudryk for his underwhelming start with the Blues. It’s worth noting that Jackson made the move to the west London club from Villarreal in La Liga before the 2023-24 season. Despite scoring seven goals in 18 appearances across all competitions for Mauricio Pochettino’s side, the 22-year-old has displayed signs of inconsistency and a lack of composure. During an episode…