Chelsea will be missing Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana for their upcoming Premier League match against Liverpool. Both players received their fifth yellow cards of the season during the 1-1 draw with Nottingham Forest, resulting in an automatic one-match suspension. The match at Stamford Bridge featured a 20-man brawl, during which James Ward-Prowse was sent off for Nottingham Forest, and six Chelsea players received yellow cards. Additionally, Chelsea may face a £25,000 fine for failing to control their players.
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Manchester United assistant coach Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly having doubts about potentially replacing Erik ten Hag in the Premier League, according to Goal. Van Nistelrooy is considered the frontrunner to take over from his fellow Dutchman, who is currently under significant pressure. Despite being a leading candidate, Van Nistelrooy has reservations about stepping into the role. Ten Hag brought the former PSV manager on board this summer as part of his revamped coaching staff. However, following the Red Devils’ loss in three of their first six Premier League matches, Van Nistelrooy’s name has surfaced as a possible replacement. Reports…
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has withdrawn from Germany’s squad for their upcoming Nations League matches in October due to a knee injury. Havertz has been in excellent form at the start of the 2024/25 season, playing a key role in Arsenal’s strong performances in both the Premier League and Champions League. The former Chelsea attacker scored his fourth goal in as many games during Arsenal’s 3-1 victory over Southampton at the Emirates, bringing his tally to six goals in all competitions this season. However, his injury will be a concern for manager Mikel Arteta, with Arsenal’s title push set to…
Erik ten Hag has confirmed that Manchester United’s senior officials continue to back him as manager following a goalless draw with Aston Villa on Sunday. Despite mounting pressure at Old Trafford, Ten Hag’s side managed to secure a point in a sluggish contest against Villa, who struggled to find inspiration after their Champions League victory over Bayern Munich. Manchester United now sit 14th in the Premier League, marking their worst start to a season since 1989, with just two wins in their first seven matches. When asked about his relationship with top INEOS executives, Ten Hag reiterated that he remains…
The top five favorites for this year’s Ballon d’Or have been ranked. In a recent fan vote on the official Ballon d’Or website, Manchester City midfielder Rodri came in fourth, receiving just 6.6% of the votes from football supporters worldwide. According to Torizone, the 2024 Ballon d’Or award ceremony is set to take place in Paris on October 28. Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. topped the fan vote on the official France Football website, garnering an impressive 64.6% of the votes. He is widely regarded as a strong contender for the award after playing a pivotal role in Los Blancos’…
Vinicius Jr. and Dani Carvajal of Real Madrid both sustained injuries during their 2-0 victory over Villarreal on Saturday. The La Liga champions secured the win with goals from Federico Valverde and Vinicius. However, shortly after scoring, the Brazilian winger left the field while clutching his shoulder. Moments later, Carvajal was stretchered off due to a serious knee injury. In his post-match comments, Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti said, “Dani Carvajal has suffered a serious knee injury. We’re all very sad.” Regarding Vinicius, he added, “Vinicius Jr. is in pain and will undergo tests in the next few hours. His neck…
Bruno Fernandes has expressed his gratitude to Manchester United fans for their support during what he called “one of the hardest” moments of his career, following two red cards in consecutive matches. The Red Devils captain received a red card for a challenge on James Maddison during the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur; however, his suspension was later overturned on appeal. He was dismissed again in the subsequent match, receiving a second booking in the 3-3 draw with Porto on Thursday. United manager Erik ten Hag is under significant pressure due to a poor start to the season, with reports…
AC Milan striker Tammy Abraham has expressed his desire to visit Nigeria again, highlighting his strong connection to the country through his upbringing. Born in Camberwell, London, to Nigerian parents, Abraham holds fond memories of his time in Nigeria. Despite choosing to represent England at the international level, he remains deeply connected to his Nigerian roots. In a recent interview with Milan TV, Abraham shared:”I have a few Nigerian friends. I grew up in an area with many Nigerians. I was raised with that culture, I’ve been to Nigeria, and I hope to go back soon. My mom often cooks…
Mateo Kovacic stated that Manchester City must adapt to life without Rodri after he scored twice in their tense 3-2 victory over Fulham on Saturday. The Cityzens had to work hard for their three points at the Etihad Stadium, with Andreas Pereira putting Fulham ahead in the first half before Kovacic’s brace helped the hosts take the lead in the second half. Jeremy Doku and Rodrigo Muniz also scored, rounding off the scoring, but the win keeps City just one point behind league leaders Liverpool and level with Arsenal, ahead in second due to a superior goal difference. Rodri will…
Real Madrid vice-captain Dani Carvajal suffered a horrific leg injury during their 2-0 victory over Villarreal on Saturday night. Carvajal, who played the entire match as goals from Federico Valverde and Vinicius Junior secured the win, was left in visible agony after a late collision with Yeremi Pino in stoppage time. The right-back had to be stretchered off the field and will now undergo medical tests to assess the extent of the injury. This adds to Real Madrid’s injury woes, with manager Carlo Ancelotti already missing David Alaba, Thibaut Courtois, and Brahim Diaz. Vinicius Junior, who scored a stunning goal…
Kano Pillars head coach Usman Abdallah has confirmed that Super Eagles stars Ahmed Musa and Shehu Abdullahi have joined the team and are in contention for Sunday’s NPFL match against Sunshine Stars. Abdallah revealed that both players have been training with the squad for some time. Ahmed Musa, who has been without a club since leaving Sivasspor, sparked rumors of a return to the Nigerian league last month, hinting at a reunion with Kano Pillars. “Musa has been training with the team for a while now,” Abdallah said. Shehu Abdullahi, who left Levski Sofia in 2023, has also been without…
Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi has reportedly “rejected” the opportunity to join Manchester United during the international break, as the Premier League club considers replacing Erik ten Hag. Despite signing a new contract this summer, Ten Hag’s position at Old Trafford is under threat after a disappointing start to the season. Inzaghi has made a strong impression during his managerial career, guiding Lazio back to the Champions League before moving to Inter Milan, where he won the Serie A title, two Coppa Italias, and reached the Champions League final. According to SportItalia, senior Manchester United officials approached Inzaghi about taking…
Liverpool duo Alisson and Alexis Mac Allister will undergo further assessments after being substituted due to injuries during the 1-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Saturday. Diogo Jota’s goal secured the win at Selhurst Park and maintained Liverpool’s position at the top of the Premier League as they head into the October international break. However, manager Arne Slot’s satisfaction was dampened by injuries to two key players in his starting lineup. Alexis Mac Allister was substituted at halftime, while Alisson left the pitch late in the second half with a suspected hamstring issue. A statement from Liverpool confirmed: “Alisson Becker…
According to Bild journalist Sten Hornig, Arsenal is now facing heightened competition from Manchester United and Manchester City in their pursuit of highly-rated Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško. Arsenal has long admired the talented forward and made a strong attempt to sign him during the last transfer window. However, despite their best efforts, Šeško opted to stay at RB Leipzig, where he felt he could further develop in a stable environment. Although Arsenal was disappointed with his decision, they chose not to pursue other strikers, signaling their intention to revisit their interest in the 20-year-old next summer. The Gunners believe that…
Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has expressed his relief on social media following the Court of Arbitration for Sport’s (CAS) decision to reduce his doping ban from four years to 18 months. On Friday, CAS announced that Pogba’s suspension would now be 18 months, effective from September 11, 2023. The Frenchman had originally received a four-year ban from the Italian National Anti-Doping Tribunal in February. With the reduced ban, Pogba will be eligible to return to competitive football on March 11, 2025, just four days before his 32nd birthday. In his statement, Pogba said: “Finally, the nightmare is over. I can…
Lee Carsley believes Jadon Sancho has “huge potential” to return to the England squad after a successful summer move to Chelsea. Sancho, who had fallen out of favor at Manchester United following a public dispute with Erik ten Hag, spent much of the 2023/24 season on loan at Borussia Dortmund. He had a strong campaign in Germany, helping Dortmund reach the Champions League final and making 14 Bundesliga appearances. A permanent return to Old Trafford was unlikely, with United making it clear they were open to selling Sancho. His move finally materialized on deadline day, as he joined Chelsea on…
Arne Slot has addressed the challenge of finding the best role for Darwin Nunez, as the forward continues to struggle for a regular place in Liverpool’s starting lineup. Nunez has made seven appearances for the Reds so far in the 2024/25 season, including four in the Premier League, with three of those coming off the bench. While Diogo Jota appears to be Slot’s preferred striker, Nunez has yet to secure a consistent spot, often limited to cup games or late substitutions. A potential role for Nunez on the left wing is available, but with Luis Diaz in excellent form and…
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has acknowledged that he is not the one responsible for making the final decision on manager Erik ten Hag’s future. Ten Hag, who survived a review of his position over the summer, is facing significant pressure after a poor start to the season, with fans calling for his dismissal following just three wins in the team’s last ten games. When asked by BBC Sport if he still supports Ten Hag, Ratcliffe replied: “I don’t want to answer that question. “I like Erik. I think he’s a very good coach, but ultimately, it’s not my…
Enzo Maresca has downplayed Chelsea’s chances of challenging Arsenal and Manchester City for the Premier League title, stating that his side is not yet ready to compete at that level. Despite a surprisingly strong start to the season, with Chelsea sitting fourth in the table—just one point behind Arsenal and City and two behind leaders Liverpool—Maresca believes it’s too early to consider them as genuine title contenders. “I don’t think we can compete with City and Arsenal,” Maresca said in a press conference. “We are not ready. City have had the same manager for nine years, Arsenal for five. Competing…
Real Madrid defender Antonio Rudiger has shared insights on the challenging task of facing Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, stating that only two center-backs can effectively stop the Norwegian goal-scoring sensation, as reported by Metro. In a recent interview, Rudiger referred to Haaland as an “absolute beast” due to his remarkable physicality and power. With an impressive tally of 10 goals in just six Premier League games, Haaland has left defenders scrambling for solutions. Having faced Haaland four times, Rudiger admitted he has struggled to contain the 24-year-old. “When I see his goals, if you put a high cross to the…